The drama between DaBaby and Brandon Bills, the brother of DaBaby’s ex, DaniLeigh, has escalated to new heights. Last Wednesday, Brandon Bills requested a $4 million judgment against DaBaby after suing him for assault and battery. However, DaBaby isn’t taking the legal battle quietly.
Last night, DaBaby dropped a scathing diss track aimed directly at Brandon Bills, taking the feud from the courtroom to the studio. The track is already generating buzz online, with fans and critics alike dissecting every bar. DaBaby shared the track on Twitter, making it clear that he’s ready to address the situation head-on.
Listen below. The track adds another layer of intensity to an already heated dispute, leaving fans wondering what will happen next in this ongoing saga.
Last year, singer DaniLeigh’s brother, Brandon Bills, took legal action against her ex, rapper DaBaby, following a highly publicized altercation at a Los Angeles bowling alley. The incident, which occurred in 2022, involved DaBaby and his entourage allegedly attacking Brandon, leading to a civil lawsuit that has since intensified.
Now, Brandon is seeking a multi-million dollar settlement, demanding over $4 million in damages. According to court documents obtained by In Touch, Brandon is asking for $2 million in general damages and an additional $2 million in special damages.
The road to serving DaBaby with the legal papers has proven challenging. Brandon reportedly hired a private investigator and a process server to track down the rapper, but both efforts were unsuccessful. As a result, the judge approved an alternative method, allowing Brandon to post an advertisement in a newspaper to officially notify DaBaby of the lawsuit.
As of now, a judge has yet to rule on Brandon’s demand for the multi-million dollar settlement.
DaBaby responded to Soulja Boy’s Instagram live shade. Soulja Boy has been in the news recently for several things. The most recent issue came up on his Instagram live stream, where he went on a lengthy rant against social media personality and comedian B. Simone. During the rant, he took a swipe at DaBaby, seemingly unprompted.
“You’re mad because I turned you down […] I’m not DaBaby,” said Soulja Boy at the end of the clip. DaBaby responded to the comment on his Instagram story, posting a now-infamous still from Soulja Boy’s 2019 Breakfast Club interview. The “Draaaake?” meme. Fans had thoughts on the interaction. “Please don’t unthaw DaBaby. He was doing good and being unproblematic,” said one user. “Now Soulja, I don’t think you want beef wit that man. Him and 50 neck and neck wit petty,” said another user. “This ain’t one you wanna play with, Soulja. DaBaby is everything he rap about,” said a third.
Soulja Boy has had an interesting last few weeks. He took shots at Drake for “disappointing” him during the battle with Kendrick Lamar. Fans viewed it as an attempt to drum up publicity for his new album, which releases on July 28. Drake mentioned him, seemingly in response to Soulja’s X rant, in an unreleased song with Lil Yachty, which Twitch streamer Kai Cenat previewed on Wednesday. In the same Instagram live stream as his B. Simone rant, Soulja mentioned that he couldn’t figure out if Drake was “showing love” or dissing him.
DaBaby has had a quiet 2024. He released a handful of singles and freestyles, but has not announced a new album or anything past that. He seems to be intent on staying away from controversy after a tumultuous 2021 that his career is yet to recover from. However, Soulja Boy’s comment may be what causes him to find himself back in beef. It remains to be seen if one picture is the extent of DaBaby’s response, or if the two famously petty rappers will end up in a lengthier back and forth.
Rapper DaBaby has accepted a plea deal in his 2020 felony battery case, avoiding jail time for an incident in which he allegedly sucker-punched Gary Pagar, the owner of a home where he was shooting a music video.
TMZ reports that while DaBaby was not present in the L.A. County court on Thursday, he pleaded guilty to misdemeanor battery through his lawyer, Blair Berk. As part of the plea deal, DaBaby was sentenced to one-year probation and time served. Additionally, he was ordered to pay $10,000 in restitution, maintain a distance of 100 yards from Pagar, and refrain from possessing firearms and deadly weapons during his probation period.
The incident in question took place during the filming of the “Play U Lay” music video, which featured DaBaby, Jake Paul, and Stunna 4 Vegas. According to Pagar, a confrontation occurred when he arrived on the scene, resulting in him losing a tooth. DaBaby has claimed that Pagar used racist language during the altercation.
Despite the plea deal, legal battles between DaBaby and Pagar are not over. Pagar is still pursuing a lawsuit against DaBaby for fraud, breach of contract, and battery.
This case marks another legal chapter for the North Carolina-bred rapper, whose music career has often been overshadowed by legal troubles and controversies.
DaBaby is taking a firm stance on the fact that he is on another level compared to the competition with “NAN”. This is the Cleveland/North Carolina spitter’s latest single, and it continues his solid run of releases. 2024 has been an especially active year for his solo career but also in terms of his guest work. DaBaby has lent his talents to That Mexican OT on “Point Em Out”, one of the most popular cuts from the latter’s Texas Technician. Also worth noting is his contribution to “Perfect” from Icewear Vezzo’s project, Live From The 6.
On “NAN”, it sees the speedy rapper deliver brags on brags over one of his funkiest beats to date. There is a quirky and glitchy sound effect, in addition to a cartoonish horn-like section that pops in here and there. In terms of the flows, they do feel a little recycled, but they do match the tempo of the instrumental. In terms of the chorus, it is quite repetitive but catchy and it does give off that “I’m the s***” energy. DaBaby first previewed this song on his Instagram back in late June. He shared a wholesome video of his sons dancing and lip syncing the lyrics. Today, he announced that “NAN” was out now, while also leaving with a message. “Woke up feeling good today. From this release forward I’m steppin how I step! ”.
Clutching mine fully when I hop in my V Real n**** baby and I went number 1 Ain’t nan n**** that can pop it like me (go) These n****s stealing my swag (I see it) I ain’t trynna kick it with n****s F*** all that s*** imma need me that bag (yes indeed)
After delivering a titillating rump shaker with “JUDY” last month, eight-time GRAMMY-nominated recording artist DaBaby (South Coast Music Group/Interscope Records) slows down the tempo for his reflective new song “DONE TRYING.” Charged by a heartfelt vocal sample, Baby ruminates on losing his cousin and his tireless work ethic. Though Baby remains steadfast in his goals, he admits he’s only human and has moments when he gets tired. The track’s genuine appeal is felt more in the visual, where Baby’s kids and nephew make cameos as he balances work and family life. “They know I paid them dividends to get they brother dropped / And never sold my soul, I might fuck ’round, be another ‘Pac,” raps Baby on the soul-driven track.
“DONE TRYING” resides on Baby’s three-track EP GHETTO SUPERSTAR, featuring his “GHETTO SUPERSTAR “(FREESTYLE)” and “JUDY” with rising Detroit star Skilla Baby. The three-pack is an appetizer to Baby’s upcoming project, slated to drop this summer.
After delivering a titillating rump shaker with “JUDY” last month, eight-time GRAMMY-nominated recording artist DaBaby (South Coast Music Group/Interscope Records) slows down the tempo for his reflective new song “DONE TRYING.” Charged by a heartfelt vocal sample, Baby ruminates on losing his cousin and his tireless work ethic. Though Baby remains steadfast in his goals, he admits he’s only human and has moments when he gets tired. The track’s genuine appeal is felt more in the visual, where Baby’s kids and nephew make cameos as he balances work and family life. “They know I paid them dividends to get they brother dropped / And never sold my soul, I might fuck ’round, be another ‘Pac,” raps Baby on the soul-driven track.
“DONE TRYING” resides on Baby’s three-track EP GHETTO SUPERSTAR, featuring his “GHETTO SUPERSTAR “(FREESTYLE)” and “JUDY” with rising Detroit star Skilla Baby. The three-pack is an appetizer to Baby’s upcoming project, slated to drop this summer.
DaBaby, in most people’s eyes, has come out with some pretty lackluster projects for the last couple of years. It seems that the consensus, for the most part, is that KIRK was perhaps the most recent offering that had the most memorable cuts. But the Cleveland-born rapper has had a fire lit under him over the last few weeks especially with some viral freestyles over the instrumentals for “Like That” and “Get It Sexyy.” He has always flashed tremendous technical abilities on these off-the-dome sessions, but fans are waiting for an album to replicate what his earlier LPs had. It seems that GHETTO SUPERSTAR: (THE INTRO) has DaBaby rounding back into shape.
Fans in the comment section of his most recent Instagram post are in agreeance that the “ROCKSTAR” hitmaker is just getting ready. DaBaby announced his first album in two years a couple of days ago and teased that three songs would be coming before it. That is where GHETTO SUPERSTAR: (THE INTRO) comes into play. The three lead singles include “DONE TRYING,” “GHETTO SUPERSTAR FREESTYLE,” and “JUDY” with Skilla Baby.
Each one poses a different vibe, and they all offer an enjoyable experience. “DONE TRYING” sees DaBaby attack a lowkey instrumental where he gets introspective about his rap career. “GHETTO SUPERSTAR FREESTYLE” is all gas and no brakes and “JUDY” is a booty shaking anthem that is ready to dominate the summer. Be sure to check them all out above.
What are your thoughts on this brand-new EP GHETTO SUPERSTAR: (THE INTRO) by DaBaby? Do you think that he is making a valiant effort to change his style, why or why not? Which track is the best out the bunch? Who had the stronger performance on “JUDY” and why? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding DaBaby. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.
DaBaby has one of the steepest falloffs of all time. The rapper was everywhere, then nowhere thanks to some polarizing comments and a general refusal to apologize. He’s attempting a comeback with the EP Ghetto Superstar: The Intro, and the lead single, “Judy,” has already generated a lot of buzz. The single spawned the #JudyChallenge on Instagram and TikTok, and now DaBaby has dropped the official video alongside Skilla Baby. The video delivers on the virality of the song itself, with lots of dancing and goofy expressions from the emcees.
“Judy” is a transparent swing for the fences with regards to landing a summer anthem. The thing is, the music video kind of sells it. The instrumental and the old school sample are infectious, and the visuals match up perfectly. You already know there’s going to be lots of twerking in a song about girls named Judy with big booties. If you didn’t, the chorus gives it away: “If that a*s soft, it ain’t gotta be big (x3).” The music video throws it back to the 90s, with bright clothes and a Miami bass sound that still sounds fresh. DaBaby is the official director on the video, and it’s obvious he was going for a specific, retro feel. It works.
DaBaby brings plenty of charisma in front of the camera, spitting his rapid fire verse amidst a sea of dancers. The rapper’s lighthearted interactions make it easier to overlook the fact that he’s rapping about taking out his ops. “I can’t even imagine a n**ga runnin’ down on me,” he raps with an upbeat delivery. “I get to openin’ up fire, n**ga better not get hit, b*tch.” The guest verse from Skill Baby is a much better match for the instrumental, but “Judy” didn’t go viral because of the bars. It wen viral because it’s a catchy and colorful.
What are your thoughts on this brand-new music video for “Judy” by DaBaby and Skilla Baby? Is the DaBaby comeback in full effect? Do you want to hear a full-length project from DaBaby again? Which rapper had the better verse? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding DaBaby and Skilla Baby. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the music world.
If anybody had to hazard a guess about why beef is so prevalent in hip-hop right now, they might conclude it’s just good business. After all, Future and Metro Boomin’s We Don’t Trust You song “Like That” debuted at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 behind Kendrick Lamar’s fiery challenge to Drake and J. Cole, and J. Cole’s corresponding response, “7 Minute Drill,” debuted in the top five, despite being deleted just a week after its release. So, there might be a method to the mayhem — and apparently, it’s inspiring plenty of imitators, according to DaBaby.
In a recent interview with Shaquille O’Neal (cancel culture ain’t real, y’all), DaBaby maintained that amid all the chaos, he was contacted by another rapper with a business proposition: Start a fake beef to generate buzz. DaBaby didn’t reveal who the other rapper was — only allowing that it was a “lyricist” — and said he turned him down out of respect, not wanting to work his way into a shoot (basically, start off with a fake beef and end up in a real one). However, plenty of fans on Twitter (never calling it “X”) had a theory of the instigator’s identity: Joyner Lucas.
DaBaby says a LYRICIST called him & wanted to create a fake rap beef with him. who y’all think it was ? pic.twitter.com/b8Ktc7ghZB
Enough users have posited Joyner as the culprit that he even felt he had to defend himself in the comments of DJ Akademiks’ post about it. “Man why tf everyone in comments saying it’s me?” he wrote.
Well… It certainly seems like the sort of thing he’d do. We all remember the back-and-forth he got into with Tory Lanez back in 2018, to say nothing of his longstanding beef with Logic, which he admitted in 2020 was caused by “jealousy.” He’s also the rapper who came to public notoriety thanks to high-concept swings like the viral “I’m Not Racist,” which attempted to make sense of recent protests from the perspective of a concerned white observer.
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