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Joey Badass

Joey Badass is the stage name of Jo-Vaughn Virginie Scott, an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor from Brooklyn, New York.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Joey Badass (stylized as Joey Bada$$) is the stage name of Jo-Vaughn Virginie Scott, an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor from Brooklyn, New York. He is a co-founder and member of the hip-hop collective Pro Era and gained attention with his 2012 mixtape *1999*. His debut studio album, *B4.DA.$$*, was released in 2015.

Early life and background

Joey Badass was born Jo-Vaughn Virginie Scott in Brooklyn, New York, in 1995. Sources describe him as growing up in Brooklyn and later adopting his stage name as a recording artist.

Music career

He began releasing music in the early 2010s and co-founded Pro Era, a hip-hop collective based in New York. His 2012 mixtape *1999* and 2015 debut album *B4.DA.$$* are key releases in his career.

Acting work

In addition to music, Joey Badass has appeared as an actor in film and television. IMDb lists roles including *Creed*, *Mr. Robot*, and *Two Distant Strangers*.

Style and influence

He is commonly associated with East Coast and boom-bap-influenced hip-hop, and several sources note his socially conscious lyrics and underground New York rap roots.

Key facts

  • Born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1995.
  • Uses the stylized stage name Joey Bada$$.
  • Co-founded the hip-hop collective Pro Era.
  • Released the mixtape *1999* in 2012, which brought him wider recognition.
  • Released his debut studio album, *B4.DA.$$*, in 2015.
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Canadian context

Joey Badass has relevance for Canadian readers through his international hip-hop profile and touring appeal, but the provided sources do not indicate a specific Canada-based connection.

Frequently asked questions

What is Joey Badass's real name?
His birth name is Jo-Vaughn Virginie Scott.
When was Joey Badass born?
He was born on January 20, 1995.
Where is Joey Badass from?
He is from Brooklyn, New York, United States.
What is Joey Badass known for?
He is known as a rapper and actor, and as a co-founder of the hip-hop collective Pro Era.
What was Joey Badass's breakthrough release?
His 2012 mixtape *1999* brought him wider recognition.
Has Joey Badass released a studio album?
Yes. His debut studio album was *B4.DA.$$*, released in 2015.

References

  1. Wikipedia (German) — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joey_Badass
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, occupation, Pro Era membership, label association
  2. Wikipedia (Japanese) — https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E3%82%B8%E3%83%A7%E3%83%BC%E3%82%A4%E3%83%BB%E3%83%90%E3%83%83%E3%83%89%E3%82%A2%E3%82%B9
    Supports: Birth date, Brooklyn origin, occupations, Pro Era founding membership
  3. Wikipedia (Croatian) — https://hr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joey_Badass
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, Brooklyn origin, music career timeline, Pro Era, mixtapes
  4. Insomniac — https://www.insomniac.com/music/artists/joey-badass/
    Supports: Pro Era co-founder, 1999 mixtape, debut studio album *B4.DA.$$*
  5. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/joey_badass
    Supports: Actor and rapper profile, Brooklyn birth, career identity
  6. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5352388/
    Supports: Birthplace, acting credits, music artist and actor identification