In the world of hip hop, emotions are running high as Jermaine Dupri criticizes Drake for missing the Lil WeezyAna Festival.
- Dupri couldn’t contain his disappointment and took to social media to voice his opinions.
- The highlight of the event was the reunion of the Hot Boys, which hadn’t happened in nearly 25 years.
- Lil Wayne was honored with the key to New Orleans, creating a heartfelt moment.
- Drake, however, chose to be courtside at a Toronto Raptors game instead.
Jermaine Dupri, the renowned founder of So So Def, is known for speaking his mind. Recently, he turned his attention to Drake, who was noticeably absent from Lil Wayne’s Lil WeezyAna Festival in New Orleans. Instead of attending, Drake was seen courtside at a Toronto Raptors game, engaging in playful banter with player DeMar DeRozan.
Dupri wasn’t shy about his feelings. On social media, he expressed amazement at the Southern Hip Hop showcase, writing, “This is amazing !! Southern HipHop at its best.” He expressed disbelief about Drake’s absence, stating, “I can’t believe Drake missed that, couldn’t have been me.” These remarks highlighted Dupri’s passion for the genre and the event.
The festival marked a significant moment in hip hop history, featuring a long-awaited Hot Boys reunion. For the first time in nearly a quarter of a century, Lil Wayne, Juvenile, B.G., and Turk performed together. The group delivered iconic tracks like “Get Your Roll On,” “I Need a Hot Girl,” and “Neighborhood Superstar.”
Notably, the festival also saw appearances from Cash Money founder Birdman and producer Mannie Fresh. They joined the stage to deliver another rendition of “I Need a Hot Girl,” highlighting a long-awaited Cash Money reunion. Years of feuds and legal disputes made this an unparalleled moment in music history.
Adding to the emotional energy of the night, Wayne received the key to New Orleans and learned that the city would soon have its own Walk of Fame, with him as one of the first honorees. He was visibly moved, tearfully accepting the accolades from Master P and New Orleans’ Mayor LaToya Cantrell.
Meanwhile, Drake’s focus was on making headlines in Toronto. Beyond the game antics, he jokingly threatened to tear down a potential DeRozan banner at the arena. The NBA star responded passionately, ensuring that the exchange became a topic of conversation both in and out of the sports world.
In the end, while Jermaine Dupri and others celebrated a historic night for hip hop, Drake opted for a different kind of spotlight.
