MattyBRaps Biography: Age, Height, Girlfriend, Career, YouTube Rapper, 15M Subscribers, & 2026 Update

Matthew David Morris, known worldwide as MattyB or MattyBRaps, burst onto the internet at just seven years old with a remix of Justin Bieber’s “Eenie Meenie.” What started as a kid having fun with his cousin MarsRaps turned into a phenomenon — 15 million YouTube subscribers, billions of views, and a career spanning over 15 years. From viral covers to original hits like “On My Own” and “Monsters,” MattyB grew up on camera, navigated the pressures of child fame, and emerged in his 20s as an independent artist charting his own path. As of 2026, he’s releasing music monthly, exploring faith-based themes, and still connected to the fanbase that watched him grow up.

Quick Facts

Similar names trending in the same space: MarsRaps (cousin and early collaborator), Matt Ox, Lil Tecca, The Kid LAROI, NLE Choppa, DDG, JoJo Siwa (frequent collaborator), Haschak Sisters (duet partners on “Little Bit”).

Early Life & Education

Matthew David Morris was born on January 6, 2003, in Duluth, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta. He grew up in a tight-knit, creative household as the youngest of four brothers — Blake Jr., John Michael, and Josh — with a younger sister, Sarah Grace, arriving later. His father, Blake Morris Sr., is a record producer, songwriter, and investor who became his son’s manager and business partner. His mother, Tawny, managed the home and supported the boys’ creative pursuits.

Music entered Matthew’s life early. His father’s work in the industry meant instruments and recording gear were always around. By age five, Matthew was mimicking rap verses he heard on the radio. At seven, with his cousin Mars (James Marsden) behind the camera, he filmed his first cover — a kid-friendly remix of Justin Bieber’s “Eenie Meenie.” The video exploded. Within a week, it had half a million views. The comments asked for more. So they kept going.

Matthew attended Wesleyan School in Peachtree Corners, Georgia, balancing classes with a skyrocketing YouTube career. His parents made education non-negotiable. While other kid influencers burned out, the Morris family built a structure: school first, content second. That discipline kept him grounded through the peak fame years of 2012–2016, when he was hitting the Billboard Social 50 Chart at #11 and appearing on Today and The Wendy Williams Show.

Career Journey

The Viral Kid Era (2010–2014)

MattyBRaps launched on May 31, 2010. The formula was simple: clean, kid-friendly remixes of chart-topping hits. “Love the Way You Lie,” “Just the Way You Are,” “Grenade” — each cover racked up millions of views. By August 2014, the channel crossed one billion total views. He was 11. The fanbase, dubbed “BBoys” and “BGirls,” was fiercely loyal. Media outlets called him the “Justin Bieber of YouTube.”

Original Music & Mainstream Breakthrough (2015–2018)

In 2015, MattyB dropped his debut EP Outside the Lines — four original tracks including “My Oh My” and “New Kids.” It proved he could write, not just cover. The 2016 single “Can’t Get You Off My Mind” hit 35 million views. Then came “On My Own” (144M views) and “Gone” (128M views), cementing him as a legitimate artist. His 2016 memoir That’s a Rap, co-written with Travis Thrasher, gave fans a behind-the-scenes look at growing up famous.

The Quiet Years & Education Focus (2019–2022)

As a teenager, Matthew stepped back. Uploads slowed. He focused on high school, faith, and figuring out who he was without the camera. In a 2023 TikTok, he admitted fame “almost ruined my life” — the pressure of millions watching his every move, the identity crisis of outgrowing the “kid rapper” label. He graduated Wesleyan School in 2021. The silence wasn’t quitting. It was recalibrating.

Independent Artist Renaissance (2023–Present)

2023 marked the return. MattyB reappeared on TikTok with a beard, longer hair, and a new sound — mature, introspective, often faith-centered. The “CG5” trend video went viral: “Everyone says I sound like MattyBRaps… because it IS me.” Fans were stunned by the transformation. Since then, he’s released music monthly: “Shadows!” (4.6M views), “Closer” (2.7M), “Fool” (2025), “Bad Guy,” “Heartbreak” (2026). He launched The Matthew Morris Show podcast, interviewing creators like Ivey Meeks. No major label. No manager besides his dad. Full creative control.

Career Stats

1. YouTube (MattyBRaps): 15M+ subscribers, 4.4B+ total views
2. YouTube (MattyBVlogs): 4.5M+ subscribers, 2B+ views
3. TikTok: 4M+ followers, 30M+ likes
4. Instagram: 3M+ followers
5. Twitter/X: 800K+ followers
6. Billboard Social 50 Peak: #11 (2012)
7. Top Video: “On My Own” — 144M+ views
8. Original Songs Released: 50+
9. Memoir: That’s a Rap (2016)

Personal Life

• Parents: Blake Morris Sr. (father, producer/manager), Tawny Morris (mother)
• Siblings: Blake Jr., John Michael, Josh (brothers), Sarah Grace (sister)
• Girlfriend: Kate Cadogan (together since ~2013, met as kids, still together as of 2026)
• Pets: Family dogs featured in vlogs
• Residence: Atlanta, Georgia area
• Faith: Open about Christian beliefs; recent music reflects spiritual growth

Dating History and Affairs

MattyB has been linked to several names over the years — JoJo Siwa (collaborator/friend), CeCe (rumored), and Kate Cadogan. Only Kate is confirmed. They’ve been together since their early teens, appearing in each other’s social posts for over a decade. No public breakups, no drama. Just a steady, private relationship that survived growing up in the spotlight.

Controversies

None through 2026. MattyB’s career has been remarkably scandal-free. The closest thing to controversy was the 2023 TikTok where he candidly discussed the mental toll of child fame — a vulnerability fans praised, not criticized.

Awards & Achievements

• YouTube Silver Play Button (100K subscribers)
• YouTube Gold Play Button (1M subscribers)
• YouTube Diamond Play Button (10M subscribers)
• Billboard Social 50 Chart Peak: #11 (2012)
• Multiple videos with 100M+ views (“On My Own,” “Monsters,” “Little Bit”)
• Memoir That’s a Rap published by Howard Books (2016)
• Featured on Today, The Wendy Williams Show, WWE Raw

Physical Statistics

• Height: 5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
• Weight: ~140 lbs (63 kg)
• Build: Athletic
• Hair: Brown, often worn curly/longer in recent years
• Eyes: Blue
• Distinctive Features: Beard (since 2023), tattoos (none publicly visible)

Quotes

“Fame almost ruined my life. But gratitude and growth brought me back.”

— MattyBRaps, TikTok (2023)

“I started this when I was seven. Now I’m doing it because I want to, not because I have to.”

— Matthew Morris, The Matthew Morris Show Podcast Episode 1 (2024)

Favorites

• Food: Pizza, Chick-fil-A
• Artists: Justin Bieber, Drake, Lecrae, NF
• Hobby: Skateboarding
• Travel Dream: London, UK
• Sport: Basketball, Soccer
• Book: Bible (frequently referenced in recent content)
• Movie: The Pursuit of Happyness

Earnings

Net Worth: $3–5 million (2026 estimate). Income streams: YouTube ad revenue (estimated $2M+/year across both channels), music streaming royalties (Spotify, Apple Music), TikTok/Instagram sponsorships ($10K–$50K per post), merchandise sales (mattybraps.com), memoir royalties, podcast sponsorships. His father Blake manages business operations through MattyB, LLC, keeping overhead low and margins high.

Interesting Facts

• First YouTube upload: May 31, 2010 (age 7)
• Hit 1 billion total views before turning 12
• Cousin MarsRaps (James Marsden) filmed and produced early videos
• Wrote his first original lyrics at age 8 (“I Believe in You” remix)
• Appeared on WWE Raw as “John Cena Kid” (2011)
• Has a second channel, MattyBVlogs, for daily life content
• Launched podcast The Matthew Morris Show in 2024
• Shifted to faith-based/Christian rap themes in 2023–2026
• Still managed by his father; no outside label or management
• Fanbase calls themselves “BBoys” and “BGirls”

Did You Know Already?

• MattyB’s dad Blake Morris is a record producer who built a home studio for his son’s early recordings.
• His sister Sarah Grace appears frequently in vlogs and challenge videos (“Boom Boom Balloon” has 28M views).
• He once had his “phone number leaked” by JoJo Siwa in a prank video — 75M views.
• The “Heartbreak” single released July 2026 was his first major drop of the year.
• He’s never signed to a major label — fully independent since day one.
• His zodiac, Capricorn, fits: disciplined, ambitious, long-term thinker.

Social Media Links

• Official Website: mattybraps.com
• YouTube (Music): youtube.com/mattybraps
• YouTube (Vlogs): youtube.com/mattybvlogs
• TikTok: @mattybraps
• Instagram: @mattybraps
• Twitter/X: @MattyBRaps
• Facebook: facebook.com/MattyBRaps
• Spotify: MattyB on Spotify
• Apple Music: MattyB on Apple Music

Frequently Asked Questions

Conclusion

MattyBRaps is a rare case: a child star who didn’t crash, didn’t sell out, and didn’t disappear. He paused, grew up, found his faith, and came back on his own terms. From a 7-year-old covering Bieber to a 23-year-old independent artist with 15 million subscribers and a catalog of 50+ original songs, Matthew David Morris proves longevity in the creator economy is possible — if you own your platform and your voice.

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