Joey Badass is an American multi-talented rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor, best known for blending classic hip-hop with modern rap influences. He co-founded Pro Era in 2011, releasing multiple mixtapes before forming Beast Coast in 2012.
After gaining attention through a viral freestyle, Joey Badass quickly rose to prominence in the underground hip-hop world. His mixtape ‘1999’ and dynamic style set him apart as one of the most influential voices in modern rap.
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Joey Badass, whose real name is Jo-Vaughn Virginie Scott, was born in Brooklyn, New York, on January 20, 1995. He is 29 years old in 2024 and has nicknames like JayOhVee and Jozif Badmon.
Joey is the first member of his Caribbean family to be born in the U.S. His roots trace back to St. Lucia on his mother’s side and Jamaica on his father’s.
He attended Edward R. Murrow High School, initially pursuing acting but shifted his passion to music, specifically rapping, in the 9th grade.
Joey Badass Net Worth
According to multiple online sources, Joey Badass has an estimated net worth of $6 million in 2024. He has built his fortune by combining his music career, acting roles, and business investments.
His acting role in Mr. Robot has expanded his income stream. Additionally, his tours and business ventures, including fashion partnerships and merchandise sales, contribute to his financial growth.
Profile Details
- Real Name: Jo-Vaughn Virginie Scott
- Famous As: Joey Bada$$
- Also known as: JayOhVee & Jozif Badmon
- Date of Birth: January 20, 1995
- Birth Place: Brooklyn, New York City
- Age (2024): 29 years
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
- Nationality: American
- Religion: Christianity
- Profession: Rapper, Actor, Singer, Songwriter
- Dating: Serayah
- Children: 1 (indigo rain)
- Net Worth (2024): $6 million
Physical Appearance
- Height: 6 feet 2 inches
- Weight: 73 kg
- Eye Color: Black
- Hair Color: Black
Girlfriend Seyarah
Joey Bada$$ began his relationship with actress and singer Serayah in 2023. On August 1, 2024, he celebrated her on National Girlfriend Day and wished her a happy birthday through a touching social media post.
At the same time, Serayah confirmed the end of her relationship with Jacob Latimore, who she had been with since 2016. After years of public appearances, the two have officially broken up.
Joey Bada$$ and Serayah are currently enjoying a happy relationship. The couple often shares joyful photos of their moments together on social media.
Daughter Indigo Rain
In 2018, during an interview with Peter Rosenberg, Joey Badass publicly announced the birth of his daughter, Indigo Rain. However, the name of her mother was not disclosed.
Professional Life
From an early age, Joey showed a keen interest in literature and English, turning to writing poetry and songs at the age of eleven. Joey Badass was a key figure in the creation of Pro Era, alongside fellow artists Capital Steez and Powers Pleasant.
After that, a YouTube freestyle video in 2010 led to Jonny Shipes managing him. His first mixtape, 1999, dropped in 2012, which gained critical acclaim and underground popularity.
Joey Badass collaborated with Mac Miller and appeared on A$AP Rocky’s track “1 Train.” In 2013, XXL featured him in its Freshman Class after the release of Summer Knights. He made his acting debut in “No Regrets” in 2014, a short film directed by Rik Cordero.
Before unveiling his debut album, B4.DA.$$, on his 20th birthday, Joey Badass dropped singles such as “Big Dusty,” “Christ Conscious,” and “No. 99.”
Moreover, Joey debuted as Leon in Mr. Robot in March 2016. That May, he released “Devastated,” his highest-charting solo track, which was later certified gold.
In April 2017, he dropped his second album, All-Amerikkkan Bada$$, and joined Logic’s Everybody’s Tour. In 2018, he collaborated with XXXTentacion on tracks like “Infinity (888)” and re-released 1999.
Joey Badass released The Light Pack, a 3-track EP, in 2020 and featured on Phony Ppl’s “On My Shit.” His third album, 2000, dropped on July 22, 2022, with notable features including Diddy and JID. He also launched the 1999-2000 Tour in the same year to promote it.
Social Media Presence
Joey Badass is highly active on social media, with an Instagram account, @joeybadass, where he has amassed over 2.8 million followers. His YouTube channel, Joey Bada$$, has gained 446k subscribers, and over 1.1 million followers on Facebook.
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