NBA YoungBoy Says He’s “Following Trump” in New Podcast… And Fans Are Confused
Donald Trump just popped up in hip-hop again — this time through NBA YoungBoy.
During a recent interview with Complex, the rapper opened up about the meaning behind his controversial album title, Make America Slime Again, and his explanation instantly set social media on fire.
“Follow whatever Trump applying in every way. Enforce whatever Trump’s applying. That’s it,” YoungBoy said.
Yes… that’s exactly what he said.
The comment left fans stunned, especially considering YoungBoy’s massive influence on younger audiences and his recent success. Complex just named him Best Rapper Alive, and he is coming off a tour that reportedly broke ticket sales records. Some industry insiders are even comparing his cultural impact to Michael Jackson.
Patrick Hughes, CEO of Foundation Media Partners, praised the rapper’s reach, saying, “NBA YoungBoy is not just an artist; he’s a cultural force.”
Still, YoungBoy’s repeated references to Trump have made many fans uncomfortable.
Earlier this year, on his track “XXX,” he rapped:
“Whatever Trump doin’, b–h it’s good for the youngn’s (All Hail Trump).”
That lyric alone cost him some supporters, and now his latest comments are only adding fuel to the fire.
The timing is also hard to ignore.
Donald Trump pardoned NBA YoungBoy on May 28, 2025, after the rapper had been jailed following his arrest for impersonating pharmacists to obtain prescription drugs. At the time, he was also on house arrest in Utah for gun charges tied to Louisiana.
Many critics believe that pardon is the real reason behind YoungBoy’s public praise of Trump.
But according to the rapper, that’s not true.
YoungBoy insists his support has nothing to do with the pardon and says his comments are being misunderstood. Still, fans are struggling to separate the two, especially when his lyrics and interviews continue to reference the former president.
Social media reactions have been mixed. Some fans say he is entitled to his opinion, while others feel betrayed, saying his message feels disconnected from the realities his music once spoke to.
Whether it’s trolling, loyalty, or something deeper, one thing is clear:
NBA YoungBoy has officially entered the political conversation — and the internet is watching every move.