YNW Melly whose real name is Jamell Maurice Demons is an American rapper and songwriter known for his unique style, emotional storytelling, and controversial personal life. He is popular for his deep love-sick ballads and “mix of bright harmonies slathered in grit” in addition to his melodic voice.
He is best known for the tracks “Murder on My Mind”, “Mixed Personalities” with Kanye West, “Suicidal” featuring Juice Wrld, and “223’s” featuring 9lokkNine.
YNW Melly’s Bio, Age
Career
YNW Melly began writing and recording songs at a young age, expressing his emotions and experiences in his music. His early tracks gained local attention, and he started to build a small following.
In 2017, Melly caught the attention of the hip-hop community with his debut single “Murder on My Mind.” The song tells a dark story of violence and sorrow through creepy sounds and reflective lyrics. It gained worldwide popularity raising Melly to the top of the growing SoundCloud rap scene. However, the controversies surrounding Melly’s private life overshadowed the song’s success.
In February 2019, Melly was arrested and charged with two counts of first-degree murder in connection with the shooting deaths of his close friends and fellow YNW crew members, Anthony “YNW Sakchaser” Williams and Christopher “YNW Juvy” Thomas Jr. The news shocked fans and the music industry alike, and Melly’s career suffered greatly as a result of legal consequences.
Melly’s fan following kept growing despite the serious accusations, and audiences continued to connect with his music. Even while imprisoned, he managed to release a follow-up effort, “We All Shine,” in January 2019. He first released his mixtape, “I Am You,” in August 2018. These projects showed Melly’s ability to use rap and melodic singing to communicate stories of love, sorrow, and the difficulties he had in his life.
Melly’s legal situation complicated his ability to perform and promote his music, but he maintained a presence through social media and continued to release new tracks, further engaging his supporters. His music videos gained millions of views on YouTube, and he gained a dedicated following on platforms like Instagram and Twitter.
Despite his legal troubles, Melly’s music career reached another peak with the release of his popular single, “Mixed Personalities,” featuring Kanye West. The song’s success showed Melly’s ability to collaborate with established artists and expand his reach beyond the SoundCloud rap scene.
Melly faced both adoration and criticism for his music and lifestyle choices throughout his career. While some praised his emotional authenticity and storytelling abilities, others criticized him for glorifying violence and criminal behavior in his lyrics.
Who is YNW Melly dating?
YNW Melly previously dated Mariah Hamilton. He is single as of 2023.
What is YNW Melly’s Net Worth?
YNW Melly has an estimated Net Worth of $5 million.
Body Measurement
- Height: 5 feet 8 inches
- Weight: 70 kg
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye color: Black