Once Crunk Kings, The Ying Yang Twins Are Back and Better Than Ever!

In the early 2000s, hip-hop pulsated with infectious beats and energetic lyrics — many of which hailed from the Ying Yang Twins. The dynamic duo was made up of Kaine and D-Roc — also known as Eric Jackson and D'Angelo Holmes.

From Atlanta, their unique style and undeniable stage presence propelled these southern rappers to the forefront of the crunk movement. With hits like "Whistle While You Twurk," "Salt Shaker," and "Wait (The Whisper Song)," the Ying Yang Twins left quite an impression on the music scene in the 2000s.

So, where are they now? They give Distractify an update on new music, their 2025 tour, and their decades-long partnership.

Fast forward to the present day, and the Ying Yang Twins find themselves in a new chapter of their careers. The duo is set to go on tour, joining Trey Songz, Omarion, Bow Wow, Plies, Boosie, and more on The Millennium Tour 2025.

"We're hitting the road in March and April for The Millenium Tour in cities like Louisville, Detroit, Brooklyn, New Orleans, Fort Worth, Atlanta, and more," the Ying Yang Twins told Distractify while promoting their partnership with Twix. "It's all about bringing the energy to the fans and celebrating what's next for us."

They continued, "Fans better be ready to party — bangers, energy, and some surprises. Favorite track to perform? Hard to pick, but you know the classics always hit."

To understand the impact of the Ying Yang Twins, we need to revisit their chart-topping hits that defined an era. "Whistle While You Twurk," their debut single in 2000, served as the precursor to a string of successes. "Salt Shaker" in 2003, a collaboration with Lil Jon, catapulted the Ying Yang Twins to national acclaim and they dominated clubs and airwaves alike.

The provocative hit "Wait (The Whisper Song)" from the 2005 album floored us all, and there was a time when you couldn't walk into a club without hearing the song.

Each song not only contributed to the soundtrack of the early 2000s but also solidified the Ying Yang Twins' status as pioneers of the crunk movement.

So, can Ying Yang Twins fans expect another collab with Lil Jon in the near future?

"Lil Jon is always family. Never say never to a new collab," they shared. "If the vibe's right, you know we'll make it happen. Stay tuned!"

The Ying Yang Twins have been working together for over two decades, and while they may not be related by blood, the duo are brothers in more ways than one.

"We are brothers in spirit, for sure. Truthfully, music brought us together, but it's the journey that made us family. We met, we clicked, and the rest is history," the Ying Yang twins told us.

"Our success is rooted in collaboration and a deep respect for each other's unique energy and strengths. We’ve mastered the art of balancing our roles, trusting one another to shine in our own ways. It's this synergy that's fueled our connection and kept our momentum going strong for two decades."