Joey Bada$$

Personal context

Summary

Joey Bada$$ is a rapper, actor, and Pro Era co-founder known for his 1999 mixtape, All-Amerikkkan Bada$$, and acting roles in Mr. Robot and Power Book III: Raising Kanan. His work often draws on ’90s hip-hop, while All-Amerikkkan Bada$$ addresses racism, police brutality, systemic oppression, and Donald Trump. In interviews, he has said he used that album to speak for black youth and educate listeners; he also donated to Communities United for Police Reform and has supported youth and community programs. No public statements on DEI, LGBTQ advocacy, or party affiliations are on record.