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YNW Melly

YNW Melly is the stage name of Jamell Maurice Demons, an American rapper and singer from Gifford, Florida.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

YNW Melly is the stage name of Jamell Maurice Demons, an American rapper and singer from Gifford, Florida. He became known for songs such as "Murder on My Mind" and later faced major legal proceedings after being charged in a double-murder case. He has remained in custody during the case's ongoing litigation.

Early life and music career

YNW Melly is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter from Gifford, Florida. He gained recognition through online releases and songs that brought him wider attention in the late 2010s.

In 2019, Demons was charged with two counts of first-degree murder related to a 2018 shooting. Public reports describe the case as ongoing, with earlier trial proceedings ending in a mistrial and later dates being rescheduled.

Public recognition

He is most closely associated with tracks including "Murder on My Mind," "Mixed Personalities," "Suicidal," and "223's." These songs are the main entries cited in the available results as his best-known work.

Key facts

  • Born Jamell Maurice Demons on May 1, 1999.
  • Known for singles "Murder on My Mind", "Mixed Personalities", "Suicidal", and "223's".
  • Charged in 2019 with two counts of first-degree murder in a 2018 shooting.
  • Remained in custody as of 2026, with a retrial scheduled for January 2027.

Frequently asked questions

Who is YNW Melly?
YNW Melly is the stage name of Jamell Maurice Demons, an American rapper, singer, and songwriter from Florida.
How old is YNW Melly?
He was born on May 1, 1999, which makes him 27 years old as of 2026.
What happened to YNW Melly?
He was charged in 2019 with two counts of first-degree murder in connection with a 2018 shooting, and the case has continued through ongoing court proceedings.
Is YNW Melly still in jail?
Search results indicate that he has remained in custody while the case continues, with a retrial delayed to 2027.
What is YNW Melly's real name?
His real name is Jamell Maurice Demons.
When is YNW Melly's trial?
Available results say the retrial is currently scheduled for January 2027, though court dates can change.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/YNW_Melly
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, occupation, stage name, and overview of legal case and career.
  2. Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/YNW_Melly
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, charges, trial timeline, and custody status.
  3. NBC Miami — https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/rapper-ynw-mellys-retrial-in-double-murder-case-pushed-back-to-2027/3674874/
    Supports: Retrial pushed to January 2027, custody status, and case background.
  4. Famous Birthdays — https://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/ynw-melly.html
    Supports: Age, birth date, birthplace, and public recognition.