Rick Ross Recognizes Rapper BigXThaPlug As A “Yung Rozay

Miami rapper and mogul Rick Ross has publicly endorsed Dallas-based artist BigXthaPlug, announcing an upcoming musical collaboration and comparing the rising star to a younger version of himself.

During an interview with Complex journalist Jordan Rose, Ross revealed that BigXthaPlug will be featured on a new single titled Livin’ Large. The track is scheduled for release on May 15, 2026.

Livin’ Large will also be included on Ross’s forthcoming album, Set In Stone, which is slated for release on June 12, 2026. This project marks the first professional collaboration between the two artists.

The Yung Rozay Co-sign

Ross provided a significant professional endorsement by referring to BigXthaPlug as Yung Rozay. The term Rozay has served as a long-standing nickname for Ross, and the comparison suggests a high level of respect for the Texas rapper’s current trajectory and ambition.

When asked by Jordan Rose about other artists he had been working with for his new project, Ross immediately highlighted BigXthaPlug. He explained that the collaboration felt natural based on the artist’s professional conduct and his influence in the rap scene.

Shout out to BigXThaPlug, 600. His whole movement. I love how he movin’ just as a young hustler. I see a Yung Rozay in him.

Rick Ross

Ross further noted that the partnership just made sense because of how BigXthaPlug has managed his rise in the industry.

Rise of BigXThaPlug

BigXthaPlug has emerged as one of the fastest-rising rap stars in the South. His growth is attributed to a combination of a booming voice, undeniable charisma, and the use of vivid street narratives in his songwriting.

The artist experienced a successful 2025, a year that included the achievement of platinum plaques. He expanded his musical reach with a country debut project titled I Hope You’re Happy.

For the Dallas rapper, appearing on Set In Stone represents more than a standard guest feature. It serves as a powerful validation from one of hip-hop’s most successful moguls, who sees in BigXthaPlug the same hunger and ambition that characterized his own ascent to stardom.