Just weeks after his latest album MASA stormed the top 10, NBA YoungBoy joins forces with DJ Khaled for a surprise 13-track mixtape titled DESHAWN, out August 12. Named after the rapper’s middle name, DESHAWN marks the first official collaboration between the Louisiana star and the Miami hitmaker, setting the hip-hop community abuzz with anticipation.
Lineup Highlights & Cameos
DESHAWN includes one guest appearance from Kevin Gates on the track “Trap Out” — a notable moment as the two Baton Rouge artists publicly reconcile. DJ Khaled curates the project, lending his signature flair to the mixtape’s flow and structure, though he doesn’t feature vocally.
First-Week Performance
Despite electric buzz, DESHAWN opened modestly, selling approximately 11,000 album-equivalent units in its first week. It debuted at #135 on the Billboard 200, a notable dip compared to YoungBoy’s previous commercial peaks.
Contextual Snapshot
Earlier this summer, YoungBoy released MASA, which debuted at #6 on the Billboard 200, moving nearly 49,000 units with around 69 million on-demand streams.
This contrast highlights the artist’s dynamic 2025 release schedule—pairing a top-charting album with a lean, collaboration-based mixtape. Cultural Impact & Tour Plans
Even with less commercial weight, DESHAWN has generated cultural excitement—especially among loyal fans drawn to its Baton Rouge roots and no-frills tracklist. DJ Khaled’s hosting chops add further clout to the moment.
Meanwhile, YoungBoy continues his tour in support of MASA, kicking off in September with a 27-city lineup featuring acts like DeeBaby, EBK Jaaybo, and K3.
