Juvenile
Juvenile is a New Orleans rapper who emerged in the late 1990s as a founding member of the Hot Boys and a leading artist on Cash Money Records. His 1998 album *400 Degreez* featured the hit "Back That Azz Up," which helped define the bounce-influenced Southern hip-hop sound and brought national attention to New Orleans rap. His defining feature is the partnership with producer Mannie Fresh, blending vivid street storytelling with the infectious rhythms of bounce music. Fans return to Juvenile’s catalog to trace the evolution of Southern hip-hop, especially how his work captures New Orleans’ unique blend of resilience and celebration, influencing artists who fuse trap beats with regional culture.
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Blueface's Music Royalties Seized to Pay Soulja Boy's Baby Mama $123,000 After Defamation Judgment
A judge has ordered all of the rapper's ASCAP and BMI royalties redirected to Jackilyn Martinez after he ignored her defamation lawsuit.
T-Pain Says He Thought He Had to Be 'Rich' and 'White' to Buy Private Plane
"I didn't think we was allowed," said the artist, who recently surprised his family with a private jet.
T.I. Confirms He Prevented Creed's Scott Stapp From Hurting Himself at Miami Hotel
"Glory goes to God," T.I. said of the incident. "I didn't do anything."
Mannie Fresh Says Cash Money-No Limit Verzuz 'Was Never a Battle'
Juvenile also suggested that ComplexCon wasn't the right crowd for the event.
Juvenile Reveals How He Helped 50 Cent Get Record Deal With Eminem
Juvenile claims he played a key role in connecting 50 Cent with Eminem early in his career.
Juvenile's Wife Shadonna Addresses 'Outrageous' Infidelity Rumor: 'I Have Never and Would Never'
Shadonna Jones, who married Juvenile in 2004, vehemently denied that she would cheat on the New Orleans rapper.
Juvenile Jokes That DMX's Onstage Energy 'Scared' Him
"I never seen nothing like that in my life," Juvie said of DMX's stage presence.
Juvenile Smokes an Astonishing Amount of Weed Every Day, Calls Himself a 'Chronic Smoker'
The "Back That Azz Up" rapper also revealed his favorite munchies food is a Payday candy bar.
Lil Wayne Super Bowl Halftime Show Debate: What Rappers Are Saying About Weezy Not Getting the Gig
Kendrick Lamar has been announced as the next Super Bowl Halftime Show headliner following a blockbuster year that included the No. 1 hit "Not Like Us."
Juvenile Responds to Lil Wayne Not Being Chosen to Perform at Super Bowl Halftime Show: 'My Hatred Is Toward the NFL'
Juvenile is the latest person in the hip-hop community to chime in on the situation.
Juvenile Says ‘F*ck American Airlines’ After He Was Allegedly Kicked Out of First Class
The rapper was allegedly forced to move out of his first class seat, while his wife was allowed to stay put.
Juvenile Recalls E-40 Missing Cameo in “Back That Azz Up” Video After Getting Too Drunk Off ‘Gorilla Milk’
Juvie said there were several other big-name rappers who got too wasted and missed the video shoot.
Juvenile Responds to CNN Panel Roasting Donald Trump’s Comments About Kamala Turning Black: ‘This Sent Me’
Earlier this week, Trump said he didn't know vice president Kamala Harris was both Black and Indian.
Hot Boys (Sort of) Reunite at 2024 Essence Festival
The long-rumored reunion of the iconic Cash Money group didn't live up to expectations, as only Lil Wayne, Juvenile, and B.G. showed up, with the former hopping onstage only after his former bandmates were finished.
Lil Wayne Reacts to Reports of a Hot Boys Reunion: 'They Ain't Told Me Nothing'
The New Orleans rapper said he has no information about the reunion tour and album that B.G. and Juvenile teased earlier this year.
Juvenile Confirms Hot Boys Reunion and New Album: ‘Have Some F*cking Patience’
The quartet disbanded in 2001 with a three-album run.
Juvenile Celebrates 'Monumental Achievement' of Classic '400 Degreez' Album With New Video for Title Track
The 1998 album also featured "Back That Azz Up," recently interpolated by Ye and Ty Dolla Sign.
Juvenile Says He's 'Flattered' by Kanye West and Ty Dolla Sign Interpolating "Back That Azz Up"
"Back That Azz Up" is included on the 'Vultures 1' song "Do It."