Saweetie Speaks Out Following The Viral Video Of Her Elevator Fight With Quavo

Last week, fans were shocked to hear that the music industry’s favorite couple, Saweetie and Quavo, had split. But in the following days, it was made clear that the couple’s relationship wasn’t as happy as they made it seem. After Saweetie publicly called out Quavo for cheating on her, a video surfaced of the two getting into an altercation in an elevator. The video has now gone viral, and Saweetie has finally issued a response.

In a statement given to TMZ, Saweetie notes that the incident had taken place over a year ago, well into their relationship:

“This unfortunate incident happened a year ago, while we have reconciled since then and moved past this particular disagreement, there were simply too many other hurdles to overcome in our relationship and we have both since moved on.”

The original video was security footage from an apartment complex’s elevator. It showed Saweetie taking a swing at Quavo in order to try to get an orange suitcase out of his hands, which TMZ reports contained a gaming console. Quavo ultimately grabbed Saweetie and flung her to the ground before closing the elevator’s doors.

After the video circled the internet, LAPD reportedly opened an investigation. Law enforcement apparently wants to question both of the rappers separately to find out what caused the altercation in the first place. If police find any grounds for criminal charges, they plan to turn the case over to City Attorney, who would determine any charges.

Saweetie is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

21 Savage Secures A Batch Of Gold & Platinum Plaques

21 Savage is easily one of the new generation’s most acclaimed rappers, having built a considerable fanbase since he first arrived onto the scene with the Metro Boomin-produced Savage Mode. Of course, his artistry has evolved since that fateful first release, having delivered several additional projects in Issa Album, the Offset-assisted Without Warning, I Am > I Was, and most recently Savage Mode 2And with a sizable role on the upcoming Spiral soundtrack, 21 Savage’s catalog is already looking to grow.

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Today, 21’s enduring catalog has paid off, with the rapper officially expanding his collection of gold and platinum plaques. A quick gander at the RIAA website indicates that Savage has secured eight new certifications, with five of which being of the platinum variety. For the most part, the songs in question stem from a wide number of his albums. “Bank Account” (6x platinum) is from Issa. “A Lot” (5x platinum) and “Out For The Night” (gold) are from I Am > I Was. “Runnin” (platinum), “Rich N***a Shit (gold), “Glock In My Lap” (gold), “Mr. Right Now” (platinum) are from Savage Mode 2, produced by Metro Boomin. Lastly, “Rap Saved Me” (platinum) is from Without Warning.

In total, 21 is now boasting a sizable tally of forty-one plaques, making him one of hip-hop’s most commercially viable artists by a decent margin. Not too shabby for a rapper who first emerged onto the scene with a hazy, vaguely horror-inspired project — and look at him now. Congratulations to 21 Savage for this latest haul, and may there be many more to come.

Saweetie Sheds Some Light On Her Elevator Fight With Quavo

Since the news broke that Saweetie and Quavo had unfollowed each other on Instagram, the two superstar rappers have experienced a pretty ugly and public breakup. The “Tap In” rapper accused her ex-boyfriend of cheating on her, and Quavo expressed his disappointment in her by clapping back with the vague response, “You are not the woman that I thought you were.” From there on out, things have only gotten uglier, as footage leaked earlier this week that revealed an elevator altercation between Saweetie and Quavo that resulted in punches being thrown and the “My Type” rapper being slammed to the floor. Everyone, from Boosie Badazz to the LAPD, has had something to say about it, but now Saweetie has come forward to shed a bit of light on the situation.

“This unfortunate incident happened a year ago, while we have reconciled since then and moved past this particular disagreement, there were simply too many other hurdles to overcome in our relationship and we have both since moved on,” Saweetie said in an exclusive statement to TMZ. 

Saweetie’s statement to TMZ doesn’t reveal much detail about the nature of her and Quavo’s “unfortunate incident,” so the debate as to whether or not Hip-Hop fans should consider it abuse or a harmless fight will likely continue. However, the Icy Girl’s comment does add some much-desired context to the disturbing video. According to Saweetie, it happened about a year ago, meaning that it wasn’t the final straw in her and Quavo’s relationship.

Quavo and Saweetie attend 2020 Roc Nation THE BRUNCH on January 25, 2020 in Los Angeles, California.
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However, her comment about there being “too many hurdles” between her and the Migos rapper reaffirms that there were several issues in their relationship, with cheating already being revealed as one of them.

Quavo has yet to comment on the infamous elevator video, but fans are desperately waiting for the Quavo Huncho artist to defend himself publicly. Stay tuned for more updates.

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JAY-Z Reveals Tracklist For African-Themed Album?

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New York rap veteran JAY-Z is switching things up. The hip-hop icon is reportedly dropping a new type of collaboration album sooner rather than later – or possibly not? JAY-Z Reveals Tracklist For New Album JAY-Z has revealed an African-themed album dubbed The Ascension. It will be released exclusively through TIDAL and features a handful […]

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Snoop Dogg Is Joining “The Voice”

At this point, it’s really starting to feel like there’s nothing Snoop Dogg can’t do. No matter what endeavor seems to come his way, the Doggfather is generally open to trying it. It’s part of why he’s become one of the most universally beloved rappers of all time, recognizable to all walks of life. Today, it has been confirmed that Snoop will be adding another position to his resume, as he’s officially set to join the upcoming season of The Voice as a Mega Mentor.

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Joining judges Kelly Clarkson, Nick Jonas, John Legend, and Blake Shelton, Snoop’s position as Mega Mentor will find him advising contestants in the Knockout rounds, which begin on April 19th. For those who don’t know, the Knockout rounds pit one contestant against one of their teammates for a solo performance. For this twentieth season, however, they’ll have the benefit of Snoop Dogg’s tutelage, gleaned from nearly thirty years as a superstar in the music business.

Following the Knockout round, those eliminated will have a chance to be “saved,” with each of the four coaches possessing a single vote. From there, those saved will participate in a high-stakes four-way knockout, prior to which Snoop will have individual coaching and rehearsal sessions with each contestant. It should be interesting to see the perspective he brings to the table, and fans of the rap legend would be wise to check out his appearance when the 20th season of The Voice hits The Knockout Round this April 19th. 

Are you curious to check out Snoop Dogg step into the role of Mega Mentor? In other Doggfather news, look for him to deliver his upcoming studio album From Tha Streets To Tha Suitesas well as the upcoming Mount Westmore project with E-40, Too $hort, and Ice Cube.

Erica Banks Brings Her Viral Hit ‘Buss It’ To A Buoyant ‘UPROXX Sessions’ Performance

When it came to what song to perform for her UPROXX Sessions debut, Erica Banks’s choice was a no-brainer. Her biggest hit to date — and the song that introduced her to the world via a fan-approved TikTok challenge — remains “Buss It,” the Nelly-sampling, bass-heavy, twerk-ready anthem that had fans dropping it low at the Dallas native’s behest. Stopping by Uproxx Studios, Banks brought her signature bold energy to a buoyant performance that proves her personality comes through live even better than it does on the record.

Being signed to 1501 Certified Entertainment — the same label that helped introduce the world to Megan Thee Stallion — brings a fair share of expectations for Banks. As a fellow Texan, her accent, flow, and taste in production have all been compared to the Grammys’ 2021 Best New Artist winner, yet Banks also has to stand out and prove that she’s a completely different artist.

Fortunately, the success of “Buss It” has given her a running start at reaching that goal, while its remix with Travis Scott and her subsequent guest appearance on Yella Beezy’s “Star” took massive strides toward becoming a breakout artist in her own right. With her UPROXX Sessions performance, she takes another step on that journey, strutting with her head held high and showing she’s got the tools to carve out her own lane.

Watch Erica Banks’ buoyant “Buss It” performance above.

UPROXX Sessions is Uproxx’s performance show featuring the hottest up-and-coming acts you should keep an eye on. Featuring creative direction from LA promotion collective, Ham On Everything, and taking place on our “bathroom” set designed and painted by Julian Gross, UPROXX Sessions is a showcase of some of our favorite performers, who just might soon be yours, too.

Erica Banks is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

Nike Gets Restraining Order For Lil Nas X’s Satan Shoes

Nike Gets Restraining Order For Lil Nas X's Satan Shoes

Retail apparel giant Nike is taking a stand. The iconic sports brand has come with legal action in light of “MONTERO” hitmaker Lil Nas X‘s controversial Satan Shoes. Nike Gets Restraining Order Against Satan Shoes Nike has filed a restraining order against MSCHF, the art collective that collaborated with Lil Nas X to make his […]

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Air Jordan 1 High OG “Bred Reimagined” Drops This Fall: Details

One of the most legendary shoes of all time is the Air Jordan 1 High OG. It is a silhouette that can go with virtually any outfit, and over the years, there have been a plethora of great colorways to choose from. The original offerings are always the ones that sneakerheads gravitate to and there is no better example of this than the “Bred” model which was the first colorway worn by Michael Jordan. This is a shoe that lives in the hearts of numerous sneaker fans and in 2021, it will be coming back to the market.

According to @zsneakerheadz on Instagram, the shoe will actually be called ‘ReImagined” and will feature the iconic “Bred” look except the upper will be made entirely of patent leather. This is a material that has been used on Jumpman shoes before but it’s rare we get to see it on such an iconic offering. In the photoshop rendering below, you get a true sense of what the colorway is going to be all about. Overall, it stays true to the original and we’re sure there will be plenty of fans looking to grab a pair.

As for the release date, these are rumored to be dropping on October 23rd of this year although this date is subject to change. Keep it locked to HNHH as we will bring you all of the latest sneaker updates.

NLE Choppa Claims He Was Set Up To Be Arrested

NLE Choppa was arrested on Monday for burglary, possession of a concealed firearm, and possession of marijuana and Xanax. He posted bond and has since returned home, releasing his “First Day Out” freestyle on Thursday. On the same day, the 18-year-old rapper issued a statement on his arrest, claiming that he was set up and promising to beat this case.


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“To begin when you start changing lives and began to stand for something deep in your purpose you become a target to a certain group of people and also the devil,” said NLE Choppa on social media. “During this arrest I was setup, substances were planted on me that I don’t consume/use/own, my name was lied upon, and I was even mistreated in the process. Every media outlet, news channel, and etc covered this story to paint a picture on a new surface I’ve been working so hard to create. This case will be beat and I will walk a free man, remember it’s innocent until proven guilty not guilty until proven innocent. Asking my supporters to stand firm with me and allow God to do his work. Thank you and love y’all dearly.”

Obviously, these are some pretty serious accusations on the part of NLE Choppa. Hopefully, there is an investigation in the works to determine whether the rapper was set up during his recent arrest.

What do you think about NLE Choppa’s statement?