Crank That
Why is Kevin Yu's nickname "Soulja Boy"? The answer might surprise youuuuuu
Justin Casterline
This weekend, Kevin Yu captured his first PGA Tour title, outlasting Keith Mitchell to win the 2024 Sanderson Farms Championship. Yu's maiden victory in the big leagues introduced many to the 26-year-old Taiwanese pro and his instantly iconic nickname "Soulja Boy." But why does Yu share an alias with the 2007 club-rap banger "Crank That (Soulja Boy)"? The answer might surprise youuuuuu.
Back in the spring, Yu announced plans to use the song, which begins with an unforgettable "Yuuuuuu," as his walk-up music at the Zurich Classic. Yu even gave the world a preview of his new anthem during a Players Championship practice round that week. Needless to say, it slapped.
Yu went on to fire a 62 and a 64 and finish T28 in New Orleans a few weeks later, which was good enough to establish proof of concept. Now with a win under his belt and some bread in his bank, it seems like Soulja Boy is here to stay. KEVIN YU, TELL 'EM!!