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Yo Gotti Delays His New Album ‘CM10’ After The Murder Of His Late Rival, Young Dolph

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Fans are convinced that Memphis rapper Yo Gotti delayed the release of his new double album CM10 out of deference for his late rival Young Dolph, who was murdered in their shared hometown earlier this month. Gotti, who had been hyping the new project’s release planned for this Friday, November 25, instead posted on Instagram announcing that it had been given a “new date” and advising fans to “stay tuned.”

The double project is to consist of two albums, Free and Game, according to Gotti’s Instagram post announcing the release last week. “I’m going against what everybody told me,” he wrote. “‘Dropping 2 Albums on the Same day DONT MAKE SENSE.’ Me: I’m an Ex-Drug Dealer Turned Executive NONE OF THIS SH!T MAKES SENSE.”

Some fans quickly expressed their belief that he’d delayed the album as a result of the recent murder of his fallen foe Dolph, with whom he’s feuded for the past five years. Their feud extended to their respective label crews, Collective Music Group and Paper Route Empire, to the point that Gotti’s Memphis restaurant was temporarily shut down by police after Dolph’s death as a precaution. Although the two rappers have traded musical insults over the years, fans think that Gotti is using the additional time to remove references to Dolph — either out of respect or self-preservation — to avoid speaking ill of the dead.

Yo Gotti Delays His New Album ‘CM10’ After The Murder Of His Late Rival, Young Dolph

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Fans are convinced that Memphis rapper Yo Gotti delayed the release of his new double album CM10 out of deference for his late rival Young Dolph, who was murdered in their shared hometown earlier this month. Gotti, who had been hyping the new project’s release planned for this Friday, November 25, instead posted on Instagram announcing that it had been given a “new date” and advising fans to “stay tuned.”

The double project is to consist of two albums, Free and Game, according to Gotti’s Instagram post announcing the release last week. “I’m going against what everybody told me,” he wrote. “‘Dropping 2 Albums on the Same day DONT MAKE SENSE.’ Me: I’m an Ex-Drug Dealer Turned Executive NONE OF THIS SH!T MAKES SENSE.”

Some fans quickly expressed their belief that he’d delayed the album as a result of the recent murder of his fallen foe Dolph, with whom he’s feuded for the past five years. Their feud extended to their respective label crews, Collective Music Group and Paper Route Empire, to the point that Gotti’s Memphis restaurant was temporarily shut down by police after Dolph’s death as a precaution. Although the two rappers have traded musical insults over the years, fans think that Gotti is using the additional time to remove references to Dolph — either out of respect or self-preservation — to avoid speaking ill of the dead.

Yo Gotti’s ‘Prive’ Restaurant’ Was Briefly Shut Down As A ‘Precaution’ After Young Dolph’s Death

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On Wednesday, the music world was shocked by the news that Memphis rapper Young Dolph was shot and killed in his hometown of Memphis. He was gunned down outside of Makeda’s Butter Cookies on the city’s Airways Boulevard. Shortly after the shooting, reports arrived that Prive Restaurant, which is owned by Dolph’s longtime foe and fellow Memphis native Yo Gotti, had been shot up. This was quickly denied by police officers, but they still took the step to briefly shut down the restaurant after the shooting. Yasser A. Kishk of Memphis’ Fox 13 confirmed the news and revealed it came as a result of Dolph and Gotti’s past interactions.

In a tweet, Kishk wrote Memphis police “shut down Prive and businesses nearby as a precaution since @YoGotti has connections with the business and past interactions with now dead rapper Young Dolph.” It’s unknown if any threats were directed at Gotti or the business.

Dolph and Gotti’s beef goes back to 2016 when Dolph released his mixtape King Of Memphis, a title that Gotti and other Memphis rappers took as an insult. Afterward, the duo traded shots at each other through songs, on social media, and in interviews. Its peak came in 2017 when Gotti’s associates, which included rapper Blac Youngsta, were arrested in connection to a shooting of Young Dolph. Over a hundred shots were reportedly fired at Dolph’s SUV, which was outfitted with bulletproof panels. Youngsta and Gotti’s other associates were later released due to a lack of evidence. Police have yet to mention anyone as a suspect in Dolph’s death.

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Yo Gotti Is Now A Major League Soccer ⚽ Team Owner

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Yo Gotti is now officially a co-owner of the D.C. United Major League Soccer team. The Memphis rapper credits his son for introducing him to the sport. Yo Gotti Soccer Takeover Yo Gotti, whose real name is Mario Mima, is now part of an ownership group that includes Joe Mamo, Adam Gerry, and Jake Silverstein.  […]

Yo Gotti Is Now A Co-Owner Of The MLS’ D.C. United Team

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Yo Gotti has already impressed as a business owner thanks to the Collective Music Group (CMG), the label he founded back in 2013. Now the rapper is bringing his business talents to the sports world: He just became a co-owner of the Major League Soccer’s D.C. United team. While financial details were not shared, the move, as originally reported by The Washington Post, gives Gotti and his group — which includes Adam Gerry, Joe Mamo, and Jake Silverstein — between five and six percent ownership of the team. In a press release, the rapper shared his excitement for his new involvement with the soccer team.

“I was introduced to the game by my son and watched how quickly it has grown in our country, so I’m honored to join the D.C. United ownership group,” Yo Gotti said in a statement. “I’ve long admired Jason Levien and Steve Kaplan’s ambition and entrepreneurship and look forward to collaborating with them — and the entire ownership group — to further elevate D.C. United’s commitment to connecting soccer, entertainment, community, and culture.” He added, “Together, we’re going to enhance fan experience and bring new and exciting events to Audi Field.”

D.C. United’s chairmen Jason Levien and Steve Kaplan also spoke about Yo Gotti’s ownership group joining the team. “As D.C. United continues to grow, it was important for us to add a diverse blend of experience and expertise to our ownership group to further elevate our business,” they said. “We are really excited about the knowledge and know-how that this group of investors brings to our club. As we continue to evolve, we are confident the expanded ownership group will help us to further engage our fanbase — both existing and new, create additional forms of entertainment and ultimately deliver a pathway for success for our club both on the pitch and in the community.”

You can view Gotti’s Instagram post celebrating the move above.