Young M.A Says She's "Absolutely" Important To The Music Biz [Video]

Rap newcomer Young M.A‘s not shying away from her star power. The New York rapper has addressed the lane she is paving for both men and women.

Approached by a paparazzo this week, M.A spoke on feeling like she’s making a positive impact on the music biz and younger generations.

Rapper Young M.A is not only super popular … she’s proud to be a role model for young gay people trying to find themselves. The openly gay artist — who is CRUSHING 2016 with her hit “Ooouuu” — seemed happy she’s inspiring the next generation. “Absolutely,” M.A said when asked if she feels like she’s important to the music biz. (TMZ)

In a new ELLE feature, Young talks about avoiding the stereotypical female appearances during her youth.

The real Young M.A doesn’t do makeup, even on camera. In the throwback childhood photo she chose to be her first-ever Instagram post, she wears a full football uniform and a giant smile. “Sometimes I question why I was born this way. I never wanted to wear skirts or shoes, makeup, nails, dresses, or even wear my hair a certain way,” the caption reads. “I always wanted to wear sneakers, stud earrings, hair in a ponytail, and play with the boys. I never wanted to be a cheerleader, I wanted to play football. I always wanted to be the boy doll. I never understood it until I got older and realized this is just who I was meant to be and I am proud of who I am.” (ELLE)

Over the past couple weeks, Young M.A has fueled romance rumors with vixen Tori Brixx.