Lil Yachty is making bold claims about his wealth compared to other big names. Here are the highlights:
Lil Yachty, an Atlanta-born rapper, made a splash with his latest single, ‘Hate Me.’ In the song, he claims he’s richer than your favorite rapper and even challenges, ‘If I’m not, then, God, kill my momma.’
Fans reacted quickly. One posted a screenshot of Yachty’s reported $8 million net worth on X (formerly Twitter), comparing it to Kendrick Lamar’s $90 million and Playboi Carti’s $20 million.
In response to critics, Yachty tweeted that he made $8 million in his first eight months of rapping back in 2016. He criticized fans for believing everything they read online, saying, ‘In real life, shit is different, I’m tellin u.’
Yachty’s collaboration with Ian also stirred some controversy. Ian, a white teenage rapper from Dallas dressed in a college prep style, raps like an Atlanta trap artist. The duo faced criticism from fans and raised eyebrows throughout the industry.
Despite the backlash, Yachty has not shied away from speaking his mind. He previously criticized hip hop’s state of affairs, calling it ‘a lot of quick, low-quality music’ and lacking originality. He emphasized the need for risk-taking, saying, ‘I’d rather take the risk than take the L.’
Love him or hate him, Lil Yachty definitely knows how to get people talking.
