Born in Dallas, Texas, raised in Irving and Arlington, Yung Boss Crook is known as “Crook” to his closest friends. As an only child Crook learned a lot of lessons about being a man through sports and running the streets of Dallas/Ft. Worth. Crook gets his love of music from his mother who often brought him along to her frequent and often choir rehearsals at church. Crook is no stranger to the spotlight. Growing up, Crook chose sports, continuing to write lyrics. Crook never really stopped making music. Throughout college, Crook would often skip classes, test and other events on campus, choosing to practice on his craft. Crook draws inspiration from artist/groups such as Big K.R.I.T., J. Cole, Devin the Dude, Z-Ro, UGK, Outkast, SUC, DSR, Rap-Alot-Records, Nipsey Hustle, T.I., Erikah Badu, Webbie, Twisted Black, Tupac, and many more. Crook has opened up for Z-Ro & Lil Flip, been featured on “Coast to Coast” mixtapes and internet radio. He does it all. Mixing, producing, writing, promotion, marketing, graphic design, and artist management. As Crook would say, "He has the juice," and Crook has no problem letting you know he knows. Crook has nearly 30 releases in 2020 and is already out pacing that mark in 2021 with 2 new singles, “4 U” and “Sì Señor. Yung Boss Crook is putting his stamp on the game and letting everyone know he’s here to stay.