NewAge Jerkboy

About

American rapper and pop culture icon widely recognized as "the black hippie rockstar," whose content became a magnet for followers and viral fame. During his life and career, he was known for tracks including "Married to the Game," "Purple in My Cup," and "Florida Jit" as well as studio albums such as "Florida Steppa" and "Varter 8.0."

Before Fame

He grew up amid drugs and gang violence and endured bullying during middle school, eventually finding refuge in skateboarding and music as emotional outlets. After becoming involved in criminal activity that led to his incarceration at age 16, he launched his rap career at 19 by collaborating with prominent artists and briefly forming the group New Age Rockstackz, before releasing his debut solo mixtape, "Wet Universe," in 2016.

Trivia

He earned viral traction in 2017 for starring in a music video for his song, "Married to the Game," in which he sported a white wedding dress while brandishing an assault rifle. His style choices have been compared to the likes of rappers Young Thug and 6IX9INE.

Family Life

He was born Cornelius Better in Fort Lauderdale, FL. His untimely passing at the age of 29 was tragically announced by his manager on The Tippie Toe Podcast in June 2025. 

Associated With

In 2020, he and Lajan Slim collaborated on the track, "My Dawgs."