Known for his dynamic presence in the rap scene, the artist behind hits like “Suge,” “Baby Jesus,” “Today,” and “Up The Street” has made a significant mark in hip-hop. Before rising to fame, he dropped the mixtape Billion Dollar Baby in 2017, which helped set the stage for his growing popularity. His real name is Jonathan Lyndale Kirk, though fans often refer to him simply as DaBaby—yes, that’s right, DaBaby has become a household name in modern rap.
DaBaby grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina, raised by his mom alongside two older brothers. Life hasn’t always been easy for DaBaby; he faced personal loss when his older brother, Glen Johnson, passed away in 2020—a moment that deeply affected him. On the family front, DaBaby shares a daughter with a woman named Meme, and over time, he’s also stepped into a fatherly role for Meme’s son.
As of now, DaBaby is a proud dad to three daughters and a stepson, Caleb, who was born in October 2013. Family clearly plays a big role in DaBaby’s life, both on and off the mic. In past years, DaBaby was also linked romantically to R&B singer DaniLeigh, drawing media attention due to their high-profile relationship. Through music and personal journey alike, DaBaby continues to evolve—not just as an artist, but as a man shaped by experience, responsibility, and resilience.
Back in November 2018, he took to Instagram to confirm something pretty serious—namely, that he had been involved in a violent incident at a Walmart that ended in a fatality. It was a shocking revelation, and he didn’t hold back when sharing the truth. He made it clear through his post that this wasn’t just a minor altercation; it was a deadly one. People were stunned, naturally, but he felt it was important to be transparent. After all, when something like that happens, the public tends to find out one way or another. So, he chose to come forward himself. His account gave some insight into what went down, though details remained limited. Still, the fact that he acknowledged his involvement spoke volumes. It showed a level of accountability many wouldn’t have expected. And honestly, it changed how a lot of people saw him moving forward.