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Chicago rapper G Herbo made a powerful and unambiguous statement about his career and the hard work behind it when he showed his great patience to the world. He uploaded a message that would soon get the fans interpreting it in a very positive way and moreover support was coming up in the comments section.
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Herbo is quite open about it, no beating around the bush or making it more complicated than it is. He is the one who has gone through it all, from the initial idea to the actual product, so it is like the end of the story for him. G Herbo was usually heard saying, “YOU CANT GET WHERE IM @ ON ACCIDENT,” which was like his own proof. Classic Herbo energy—no frills, just trust. It is not so much a boast as it is a fact, reminding that the high place is not handed out. It is gained.
There was no delay and the response was remarkably positive. His message was lifted up by many and among them were other artists and fans who left their comments below. One of his collaborators no less affirmative than the words, literally exclaimed, “u shinin my boy love dis,” meaning a lot to the supporters who have been there all along. “Gotta put that work in,” was another comment that went along with the main idea of the post, plus a flame emoji for more fire. It’s the global truth that the universe knows and Herbo’s post has, in fact, pointed it out.
Somewhere in between, there were those who wanted to compare Herbo to other artists in the rap game. “The best rapper outta Chicago,” a user wrote, and immediately the friendly debate about city legends was ignited which, of course, is always an attention-grabber. “From 4 minutes of Hell,” another said, sharing a nostalgic reference that was actually great from the neighborhood he was talking about. This linking to his origin story is a huge part of his narrative so his current success is even more justified.
As usual, the talks went in the direction of possible collaborations and this time was not an exception either. “Need you and Sosa on a track!” one fan wishing a new chief-keef partnership begged. This prompted a brief debate among those who were digging into the duo’s past. “They have a couple no?” one asked. “Yes, most recently on the Big Swerve tape,” another responded. It’s a small event that showcases how much people care about the music and the relationships that create a certain scene.
In parallel with all the praises and discussions about the possible artists for the next release, the pitches were not missing. “I do cover art, logos, motion art etc…let’s make some shit happen,” one artist, spotting the opportunity, said. And then there was a bold and straight generational proclamation from another observer: “One Of The Greatest Of Generation.” That is heavy to bear, but it also mirrors the esteem Herbo has.
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One point was repeatedly delivered amidst all this; that was acknowledgment. The acknowledgment of the hard work, the talent, and the way he has already walked through the door and paved a road for himself. G Herbo’s declaration was not only about where he stands right now; it was a homage to the genius behind his success. The audience’s reaction showed that they understand this difference very well. They are not just counting the accolade, but rather recognizing the effort put into the journey. And in a world of overnight success stories, this kind of recognition could be the most authentic thing of all. This dedication is also reflected in his recent work, like the collaboration with Lil Baby. Fans are eagerly awaiting his next move, especially after he began teasing a new album.
