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Lil Baby has made a very bold statement regarding his career, claiming he did not choose rap, rather, it chose him due to the weight of his name. The announcement of the rapper from Atlanta drew quick responses from the crowd with many citing his recent music and even sparking an unexpected debate around another artist.
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The post was short and to the point but full of significance. ‘I Ain’t Choose To Rap It Chose Me , My Name Held Too Much Weight,’ Lil Baby wrote. This is the type of contemplative, bold caption that causes a reaction. And react they did. The comment section turned out to be a rapid-fire zone of admiration for his latest product, pointing out specific songs, and an unforeseen twisting into discussions about other rappers.
A huge chunk of the conversation revolved around his new release, ‘Leaks.’ One user almost vehemently declared, ‘superman was best song on leaks,’ thus initiating a small chain of consensus. Others chimed in with ‘literally’ and ‘exactlyyyy,’ while another contributor added something rather sweet, ‘still cry everyday 4 my big homie,’ showing how music is connected to personal memory. It was pretty clear that they wanted more, as they kept asking questions like ‘Aye wham when you gon’ drop deluxe, cant wait at all’ and ‘Wham x Pluto tape what happened.’
Nevertheless, the discussion took a nasty turn then. One person commented, ‘Pooh Shiesty got shit on lock fr,’ no doubt referring to the Memphis rapper who is presently serving time in jail. This did not go down well with everyone. The response to this comment was, in a way, more intriguing than the original one which was just glorifying. One person replied, ‘why would u get on dat man page and say dat,’ along with crying-laughing emojis. Another user remarked the oddity, ‘like why u get on lil baby post commenting bout pooh shiesty.’ It highlighted a weird habit in the virtual world—using the post of one artist to advertise another, which some people considered either disrespectful or simply confusing. The original commenter was even called ‘fanned out.’
The whole music debate and the minor quarrel continued but a classic, random, internet question was still in the air. Someone just had to ask, ‘What Kinda Pants Them is Twin?’ It’s a reminder that no matter how deep the artistic significance, there is always a person who is worried about the fit.
Lil Baby, whose birth name is Dominique Jones, has definitely built a brand that is seen as having tremendous power in the music industry. His 2020 album ‘My Turn,’ followed by his unbroken hold over the charts, his claim no longer sounds like bragging but a fact that is unfolding. The rapper’s journey from the streets of Atlanta to the top of the charts is a familiar story and thus his statement that he was ‘chosen’ is a narrative that is completely embraced by his supporters who trust him. The comments show that they are actively watching the leaks, the possible partnerships and the next steps, including his recent club appearance.
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The small and surprising incident of Pooh Shiesty being mentioned exposes the tribal nature of music fans online. It is a place where loyalty is asserted and borders are subtly drawn all this happens under the post where the artist in question is reflecting on his destined road. For Lil Baby, the weight of his name not only ensures commercial success but also the very bitter, sometimes overwhelming, and extremely active audience engagement. They are the ones listening, the ones disputing, and they are undoubtedly the ones who are waiting for that deluxe version. This engagement often extends to his collaborations, such as his work with Playboi Carti and 42 Dugg. His recent track, ‘Middle of the Summer’, also sparked significant conversation among listeners.
