Young Soldier fights battle of good and evil with new single ‘Back On’

SAN FERNANDO VALLEY, CA – Young Soldier, AKA Young So the Tiger, started playing piano at age 13 and hasn’t looked back since. Today, he’s one of the fastest-rising young talents in the industry, and his new music is lighting up the West Coast in major ways. His latest single “Back On” has a cool West Coast sunny day kind of vibe that’s a perfect introduction to the upcoming warmer months. It’s West Coast Hip Hop that’s full of positivity and as such, it’s not your normal kind of Hip Hop.

“It’s a song about being on the West Coast and living the best life,” Young So said. “The one thing that sets me apart from anyone else out there is that I don’t talk about money or clothes or cars or sex or guns or hoes or jewelry. I talk about the truth of the life we have – the struggles between good and evil and the decisions we make that lead to bad things or good things. I’m more of a spiritual lyricist. You don’t find that often, especially in mainstream music today.”

Originally from New York, Young So and his family moved to California to pursue opportunities in the music industry. He was first introduced to music through his dad who was a DJ for a popular party company. Growing up, he was inspired by music of all styles and sounds until he and his brother – DJ Joey Blaq – started recording together. They created a group called Blaq Ent – a Christian Hip Hop group that helped him hone his craft and understand how to put truth and reality into his lyrics. He still works closely with his brother today and in fact, DJ Blaq was the producer on “Back On.” The single is the first off a forthcoming EP which he plans to drop in the next couple of months.

“For my whole life, I’ve had a military mindset,” he said. “When it comes to this music, I am a soldier. I’m fighting a battle between good and evil with this music. Evil is definitely in control of this industry, and I’m on the side of good fighting with my music. At the end of the day, I hope my music becomes extremely popular, hot and well-liked, but without having the same themes as everyone else. I want to be known as an artist who talks about positivity and good things. And ultimately, I want people to be surprised by my music.”

To listen to Young So’s music or to follow him on social media, please visit:

https://mobile.twitter.com/Youngsothe1
https://www.instagram.com/youngsothetiger/

Views: 41

Reply to This

Best guide to hip hop, soul, reggae concerts & events in San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles & New York City + music, videos, radio and more

Subscribe to E-Blast

WIN TICKETS

Atmosphere
Friday, Feb 13 @ Fox Theater, Oakland

Kamaiyah
Saturday, Mar 14 @ Fox Theater, Oakland

Juvenile
Friday, June 5 @ Fox Theater, Oakland

Connect

Members

Photos

  • Add Photos
  • View All

Latest Activity

Editor's Pick shared their discussion on Facebook
4 hours ago
Editor's Pick posted discussions
7 hours ago
Editor's Pick posted discussions
yesterday
Editor's Pick posted discussions
Saturday
Editor's Pick posted discussions
Friday
Editor's Pick posted videos
Friday
Editor's Pick shared their discussion on Facebook
Friday
Editor's Pick shared their discussion on Facebook
Jan 22
Editor's Pick updated an event
Thumbnail

Feel Good Fridays with Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist at Mad Oak Bar, Oakland

January 23, 2026 at 9pm to January 24, 2026 at 1am
FRIDAY, JAN 23Kick off your weekend at Feel Good Fridays! 🎧 Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist brings the best Hip Hop, Top 40, House & Throwbacks. Come dance and feel the good vibes! 🙌🔥Mad Oak Bar, Oakland •  FREE entry | 21+ | 9pm-1am>> RSVP Here…See More
Jan 22
Editor's Pick posted discussions
Jan 22
TEAM BIGGA RANKIN posted a discussion

OGMillionare Drops High-Octane Anthem “A Town Down”

Get ready to roll through the heart of the A like never before — OGMillionare is back with his latest single, “A Town Down,” a swagger-filled tribute to cruising through downtown Atlanta with the pedal smashed to the floor.Powered by tight, rhythmic flows and a beat that hits like a supercharger, the track captures the grit and glory of the city streets — from Peachtree traffic lights to late-night boulevard stunts.A Soundtrack to Atlanta’s EnergyMore than just a nod to fast cars and flash, “A…See More
Jan 22
Editor's Pick updated an event
Thumbnail

Juvenile at Fox Theater, Oakland

June 5, 2026 from 8pm to 11pm
ENTER TO WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS. WINNER WILL BE DRAWN RANDOMLY AND ANNOUNCED 2 DAYS PRIOR TO EVENT. FRIDAY, JUNE 5 Juvenile's Boiling Point Album Release Tour with The 400 Degreez BandFox…See More
Jan 21

© 2026   Created by Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist.   Powered by

Badges  |  Report an Issue  |  Terms of Service