AceShowbiz - YoungBoy Never Broke Again is contemplating stepping away from his music career, revealing in a recent interview that his motivation to continue is driven mainly by his children and the impact he has on others.

In a cover story published by i-D Magazine on October 6, 2026, the Baton Rouge rapper opened up about his current mindset towards his career. He expressed a strong desire to quit music altogether but acknowledged that his legacy and responsibility to his family keep him going for the time being.

YoungBoy Never Broke Again shared that his focus is no longer on personal success or financial gain but rather on making people happy and leaving a lasting mark through his children. This perspective highlights a shift from his earlier ambitions, emphasizing the importance of his family over his career achievements.

This is not the first time YoungBoy has hinted at retirement. Back in August, during an interview with Funny Marco, he indicated that the music portion of his career would soon come to an end. He mentioned having only “one or two” albums left to release and confirmed plans for just one more tour in his lifetime.

Despite these plans, 2026 has been a productive year for YoungBoy Never Broke Again. He released two projects: Slime Cry in January and ML2 in June. Additionally, he made several notable guest appearances and saw success with his documentary American YoungBoy, which generated over $1 million in its first week at the box office.

While YoungBoy is ready to step back from the music industry, his influence remains strong, and his connection to his fans and family continues to play a critical role in his decisions. For now, he is choosing to stay active in music, but his future moves suggest a winding down of his career on his own terms.

This article is based on reporting originally published by Xxlmag.