Joe Budden has fired back at Adam22’s recent rap debut diss. Adam22, known for his podcasting rather than rapping, made headlines with his attempt to take on the retired rapper.
During a cypher uploaded to YouTube, Adam22 took direct shots at Budden, referencing his past hits and questioning his career choices.
Adam22’s Daring Debut
Adam22 emerged as a surprise contender in the rap scene with his freestyle debut. His lengthy verse was packed with jabs at Joe Budden.
One of the standout lines was, “‘Pump It Up’ the last time I heard Joe rap / That old ass throwback finally got his gold plaque.” This referenced Budden’s breakout hit from 2003, which recently received a gold plaque.
Joe Budden’s Immediate Reaction
Joe Budden didn’t hold back in his response. On X, formerly known as Twitter, he simply replied with, “Lol.” This was soon followed by another tweet: “Adam aside, it’s tough out here for a lot of folks… do everything you can.”
These tweets encapsulated Budden’s dismissive attitude towards Adam22’s attempt to provoke him.
The History of Their Feud
The animosity between Budden and Adam22 isn’t new. Their contentious relationship has been brewing for a while. Adam’s previous controversial actions have only fueled the fire.
Last year, Budden confronted Adam about allegations of inappropriate relationships with underage girls. During an episode of Conversation Lovers Only, Joe grilled Adam on the issue.
A Heated Confrontation
Budden didn’t mince words, saying, “You knew what you were doing, so I got away from her.”
Adam defended himself by arguing that he did nothing wrong, as the girl was of legal age when they reconnected.
The heated conversation left a lasting mark on their relationship, with Budden questioning Adam’s morals.
Further Incidents
Earlier this year, Adam22 intensified their feud by stating that Budden is not part of the “big three” in Hip Hop media.
Adding fuel to the fire, Adam posted a video partying in New York City while a Budden diss track played. “Going to your opp’s home strip club and playing the most disrespectful diss track ever made about them is nasty work,” he taunted on X.
A Battle of Words
Both personalities have used social media as their battleground. Adam’s freestyle debut was just another chapter in their ongoing saga.
The public nature of their feud has captivated fans and drawn significant attention, making every interaction newsworthy.
The Impact on Their Careers
Budden’s reputation as a retired rapper and influential media personality remains intact despite Adam22’s diss.
Meanwhile, Adam22’s foray into rap, though unexpected, has succeeded in garnering him more attention. His willingness to engage in high-profile feuds has kept him in the spotlight.
Joe Budden and Adam22’s exchange highlights the power of social media in modern feuds.
While Budden maintains his composure, Adam22 continues to push boundaries, ensuring their conflict remains a topic of interest.
