Young Thug’s dad, Jeffrey Williams Sr., has some strong words for Atlanta’s music community.
- He’s frustrated with local artists who disappeared during Thug’s legal troubles but now seek the rapper’s attention.
- Williams Sr. demands accountability for not defending Thug’s rights while he was behind bars on RICO charges.
- He openly questions why these artists were absent during critical moments for his son.
- Williams Sr. also disapproves of probation conditions barring Thug from Atlanta, his hometown.
Jeffrey Williams Sr. expressed his dismay on the Nothing But the Truth Podcast, calling out Atlanta artists who failed to rally around Young Thug during his legal struggles. He believes these artists were conveniently absent when Thug needed them most.
Williams Sr. accuses these so-called ‘influencers’ of being more interested in their own relevance than genuinely supporting his son. He highlights their sudden interest in Young Thug now that he’s out of jail, questioning their motives.
Sharing a specific incident, Williams Sr. recounts how an unnamed artist promised to help but ultimately did nothing when approached for an event related to Young Thug’s label, YSL. This lack of follow-through left a bitter taste in his mouth.
Speculation arises that the mentioned artist could be southern rap legend T.I., who posted pictures with Thug shortly after his release. However, Williams Sr. did not confirm any names, emphasizing the broader issue.
Besides expressing disappointment in Thug’s peers, Williams Sr. criticizes probation conditions preventing his son from returning to Atlanta. He finds it unfair that Thug must leave the place he’s always called home.
According to Williams Sr., removing Thug from Atlanta feels like an unjust punishment, as it strips him of his roots and community. ‘To see her take the man away from where he’s from, to have to go live somewhere else, that’s offensive to me,’ he stated.
Williams Sr. insists on integrity and true support for Young Thug as he navigates his legal challenges.
