YNW Melly is an American rapper best known for his breakout hit, "Murder on My Mind." He rose to popularity in the late 2010s for his melodic fusion of rap with introspective and often controversial themes.
Jamell Maurice Demons, known professionally as YNW Melly, was born on May 1, 1999, in Gifford, Florida. He began uploading original music to SoundCloud at the age of 15, cultivating a style that combined singing and rap with deeply personal and often gritty subject matter. His lyrics frequently explore crime, hardship, mental health, and the struggle of growing up in a challenging environment.
Melly gained national attention with his single "Murder on My Mind," which was initially uploaded to SoundCloud in March 2017 and later featured on his debut full-length project, I Am You, released in 2018. The track became a viral success, notable for its haunting melody and emotionally raw storytelling. Its official music video, released in August 2018, garnered tens of millions of views, solidifying his presence in the rap community.
His ability to blend AutoTuned harmonies with emotionally charged lyrics has drawn comparisons to artists who explore similar themes of trauma and duality. The introspective nature of his music often addresses psychological and emotional struggles—topics that resonated widely with young audiences.
| Net Worth 2021: | 100 thousand |
