LiAngelo Ball is making waves in the music industry, stepping off the basketball court and into the recording studio. The former pro hooper has officially signed with Def Jam and Universal Music Group following the meteoric rise of his viral track, “Tweaker.”
While initial reports claimed the deal was worth $8 million, insiders have debunked those figures. According to NBA insider Shams Charania, the real win here is Gelo’s full ownership of his music catalog and the launch of his own label under the Def Jam umbrella… an unprecedented move for a rookie artist.
Gelo’s transition from basketball to rap is proving to be a slam dunk. “Tweaker” has already amassed over 7 million views on YouTube, even without an official music video, and has garnered more than 15 million streams on Spotify.
The track is also a top contender on Apple Music’s trending charts, resonating far beyond the rap community… it’s even making waves in the NBA.
Rappers like Moneybagg Yo and Boosie Badazz have publicly praised the song and expressed interest in collaborating on a remix. Their endorsement, along with “Tweaker’s” impressive performance, hints at a promising future for Gelo in the music scene.
After last playing professional basketball in Mexico in 2024, Gelo is proving his versatility as an entertainer. With a hit song, a record deal, and ownership of his art, he’s redefining what it means to pivot careers… and fans are here for it.
Could this be the start of a chart-topping rap career for LiAngelo Ball? Stay tuned, as this baller-turned-rapper shows no signs of slowing down.
