Yung Joc’s Emotive Instagram Post Gets Support From Soulja Boy, The Game & More

Yung Joc recently showed his tears to the world in an emotive Instagram post on Friday (May 12) that resonated with many fans and industry figures. Moreover, the Atlanta rapper lamented the state of the world today, remarking on senseless violence, division, and drug use ruining lives. Overall, it was a very tough video to watch for its palpable emotions, but he did suggest some hope, unity, and love towards the end of his message. Unfortunately, some online clowned him for posting something like this out of the blue. Furthermore, there were so many more messages of support, sympathy, and respect, some from his hip-hop peers.

“Raw Emotions,” Yung Joc began his post’s caption. “No hiding behind facades. Can I cry in front of the world? Why am I crying? This world is such a wicked place at times. Our kids are dying before they can live in these streets. Our homes are filled with hate because it’s all around us. Destruction is prevalent. Drugs are running rampant in our community. So many are confused. Ascension is a necessity. Let it out in front of the world. Do you ever feel like just letting it all out? Some will laugh and that’s expected. Some will tap in to see if I’m ok and that’s appreciated. I begging for mercy on all of us no soul unaccounted for. I Love You.”

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Yung Joc’s Powerful Post

After his post went viral, Busta Rhymes, Soulja Boy, and The Game were among many to express care for the Bad Boy artist. “We’re here with you and for you King!!” Busta commented under his post. In addition, the California MC left a simple praying emoji in the comments. “You got this,” Soulja wrote to Yung Joc, adding a very important and often overlooked message. “Stay strong and focused. Crying doesn’t make you weak- not being able to express yourself does.”

Hopefully the 42-year-old feels better these days and felt that wave of support as powerfully as others witnessed his emotions. These may be famous figures, but they go through many of the same emotions, struggles, and fears we do. With this in mind, make sure to check in on your loved ones every once in a while. The difference is more than we can imagine. With that in mind, stay logged into HNHH for the latest news and updates on Yung Joc.

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Yung Joc Breaks Down While Discussing Modern Life

The modern world is a tough place to be. Everything costs too much, the political chasm has never been wider. Furthermore, there’s an ongoing pandemic that’s killed millions and the oxy epidemic of the 2010s has become the fentanyl epidemic of the 2020s. While there are those who try to see the positives in the world, but for many, the world has become a dark and inhospitable place.

Someone who seems particularly effected is rapper Yung Joc. Joc is best known for singles like “It’s Going Down” and two albums from the mid 2000s that both peaked at #3 in the charts. Additionally, Joc shared a message of support, posting a black and white video of him praying with the caption, “f you’re in need of a miraculous breakthrough copy this reel and pass it on”.

Yung Joc Shares Emotional Video

Young Joc took to Instagram to share the effect that the modern world has had on him. “Raw Emotions…….. No hiding behind facades…….Can I cry in front of the world? Why ami crying. This world is such a wicked place at times…. Our kids are dying before they can live in these streets… Our homes are filled with hate because it’s all around us.. Destruction is prevalent…. drugs are running rampant in our community…… So many are confused….” However, he wasn’t finished, “Ascension is a necessity…….. Let it out in front of the world…….. do you ever feel like just letting it all out? Some will laugh and that’s expected… Some will tap in to see if I’m ok and that’s appreciated….. I begging for mercy on all of us no soul unaccounted for…. I Love You 🙏🏾.” Furthermore, the message was accompanied by another black-and-white video of Joc crying.

Furthermore, a number of users praised Joc for his bravery to share it. “Crazy thing is ….if he decided to take his life or if he died all of the people laughing would be the first to post a long ass paragraph like they knew him w a pic literally posted on their page smh.” Additionally, they continued. “We never know what a person is going through. Empathy is lacking on the realest shit these days. Maybe this is a cry for help. If Joc is your dog the best u can do is check on your boi. 💕🫶🏾🌸Feel better Joc,” reads a comment with over 500 likes.

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T-Pain Songs: Top 10 Best, Ranked

T-Pain rose to fame in the early 2000s with his signature use of Auto-Tune. He has released numerous hit songs and collaborated with several notable artists in the music industry. From classic hits like “Buy U a Drank” to newer tracks like “Up Down (Do This All Day),” T-Pain’s discography is full of catchy hooks and standout productions. Whether you’re a long-time fan or just discovering his music, these ten tracks are a great starting point for exploring T-Pain’s music.

10. “Buy U a Drank (Shawty Snappin’)” feat. Yung Joc (2007)

“Buy U a Drank” is a classic T-Pain hit released in 2007. The song featured Yung Joc and was produced by T-Pain himself. The song’s infectious hook and catchy melody made it an instant hit. It was nominated for a Grammy Award and reached the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

9. “I’m Sprung” (2005)

“I’m Sprung” is one of T-Pain’s earliest hits, released in 2005. T-Pain uses his signature Auto-Tune effect for this one. The song’s catchy melody and relatable lyrics about falling in love make it a fan favorite. “I’m Sprung” peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and helped establish T-Pain as a rising star in the music industry.

8. “Bartender” feat. Akon (2007)

“Bartender” is a 2007 hit single from T-Pain’s second studio album, Epiphany. The song featured Akon and was produced by T-Pain himself. The song’s upbeat tempo and catchy hook make it a club favorite. “Bartender” reached the Top 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and helped cement T-Pain’s status as a hitmaker.

7. “Can’t Believe It” feat. Lil Wayne (2008)

“Can’t Believe It” is a 2008 hit single from T-Pain’s third studio album, Thr33 Ringz. The song featured Lil Wayne and was produced by T-Pain and his frequent collaborator, Akon. The song’s infectious hook and Lil Wayne’s verse stand out. “Can’t Believe It” reached the Top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and is still a fan favorite today.

6. “I’m In Luv (Wit A Stripper)” feat. Mike Jones (2005)

“I’m in Luv (Wit a Stripper)” is a 2005 hit single from T-Pain’s debut album, Rappa Ternt Sanga. The song featured Mike Jones and was produced by T-Pain. The song’s catchy hook and Jones’ verse make it a memorable track. “I’m in Luv (Wit a Stripper)” peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and has become a cult classic in the years since its release.

5. “Chopped ‘n’ Skrewed” feat. Ludacris (2008)

T-Pain and his frequent collaborator DJ Montay produced “Chopped ‘n’ Skrewed,” a hit single from T-Pain’s third studio album, Thr33 Ringz, that features Ludacris. They released it in 2008. The song’s slow tempo and unique style make it a striking addition to T-Pain’s discography. “Chopped ‘n’ Skrewed” reached the Top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

4. “Best Love Song” feat. Chris Brown (2011)

T-Pain and his frequent collaborator Young Fyre produced “Best Love Song,” a hit single from T-Pain’s fourth studio album, Revolver, which features Chris Brown. They released it in 2011. This one joins the ranks of T-Pain’s fun, danceable tracks in his catalog. “Best Love Song” peaked at No. 33 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

3. “Booty Wurk (One Cheek at a Time)” (2011)

Young Fyre produced “Booty Wurk (One Cheek at a Time),” a hit single from T-Pain’s fourth studio album, Revolver, that uses a sample from the classic 90s hit “Rump Shaker” by Wreckx-N-Effect. They released it in 2011. The song’s infectious hook and playful lyrics make it a crowd-pleaser. “Booty Wurk (One Cheek at a Time)” reached the Top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

2. “5 O’Clock” feat. Lily Allen & Wiz Khalifa (2011)

T-Pain and his frequent collaborator Young Fyre produced “5 O’Clock,” a hit single from T-Pain’s fourth studio album, Revolver, which features Lily Allen and Wiz Khalifa. They released it in 2011. “5 O’Clock” reached the Top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and has become a fan favorite.

1. “Up Down (Do This All Day)” feat. B.O.B (2013)

T-Pain and hitmaker DJ Mustard produced “Up Down (Do This All Day),” a hit single from T-Pain’s fifth studio album, Stoicville: The Phoenix, that features B.o.B. They released it in 2013. “Up Down (Do This All Day)” reached the Top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and is still a favorite among T-Pain fans.

Yung Joc Thinks Diddy Outshines Jermaine Dupri In Knowing What’s “Hot”

No one is quite sure when Verzuz will make its triumphant return, but fans are looking forward to Jermaine Dupri versus Sean “Diddy” Combs. This pending match-up has been hyped for years, and while there was a time when a look from the two was just gossip, Dupri confirmed it’s in development. The So So Def hitmaker hasn’t been quiet about wanting to face off with his mogul peer. He’s declared himself the underdog in interviews, but Dupri is insistent that his catalog outweighs Diddy’s heat.

However, Yung Joc takes a different stance. He visited Math Hoffa’s My Expert Opinion and spoke on the two icons. “I always felt like Diddy understood how to go to the next level of what he was doing,” said the Love & Hip Hop star. “JD did, too, but JD again was doing so many other things that he didn’t focus on his artistry as much as Diddy did.” Both Diddy and Dupri helped produce classic hits, but they also saw charting success as artists.

Yung Joc Explains Choosing Diddy

The “It’s Goin’ Down” rapper added, “Diddy kinda stands next to what’s hot.” Joc explained that when Diddy is attached to something, “he makes it hotter.” He said, “[Diddy] will acknowledge what’s hot, and his acknowledgment brings awareness to what’s hot. And he blows it up. In theory, you think of all parties involved, and nine times out of ten, who was the bigger party involved? Diddy. So he understands marketing, and that’s the difference that he got over JD.”

Joc further argued that Dupri “focused on his strengths as a producer and writer.” However, Diddy was more of an artist or “flagship artist of his brand.” The rapper said, “No matter who he had, he’s branded as the flagship of Bad Boy. JD is So So Def, but the other artists were bigger than JD.” Some believe that Joc isn’t as objective as he portrays; although he resides in Atlanta, where Jermaine Dupri is like a music god, Joc was also signed to Diddy’s Bad Boy decades ago.

A Must-Watch Verzuz

ATLANTA – JUNE 18: Jermaine Dupri, Yung Joc, Bryan Michael Cox, Kid Dupri and Bryan J at The Magnum Live Large Project VIP Party at Ventanas on June 18, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Rick Diamond/Getty Images for Trojan)

It will be interesting to see how this Verzuz unfolds. Whatever side you’re hedging your bets on, undoubtedly, both men deserve their flowers. They’ve playfully talked that talk to one another on Livestreams to hype their Verzuz appearance, and Hip Hop is looking forward to it. Check out Yung Joc on My Expert Opinion above.

Yung Joc On T.I. & Boosie Beef: “I Don’t Know What’s Real No More”

The beef between T.I. and Boosie has been quite interesting and volatile to see, but Yung Joc is one of many who are looking at it with more skeptical mindsets. Moreover, the Bronx-born rapper recently appeared on the My Expert Opinion podcast to talk about his thoughts on their spat. On one hand, Joc recongized that both artists stood firmly by their values and held onto their arguments. However, he also acknowledged that there could be something else at play, suggesting that it could all be for show. After all, Tip’s final album is coming soon, and that means a promo rollout is in order.

“So it’s kind of one thing if you my OG, and I can speak out against you, I can’t migrate to another city and link with a n***a who done did the same thing, and not say nothing,” the 42-year-old began. “So that’s the space Boosie in, and he standing on that. I don’t know if for Tip, cause he’s like ‘Man, I thought we were good.’ But then at the end of the day, I don’t know what’s real no more.

Yung Joc Gives His Two Cents On T.I. and Boosie

“They had the joint album,” he continued. “Now T.I. said that he’s gonna do his last album where he be throwing himself as the king. It could be the press for his new album. ‘Cause it was just that fast with him and Boosie. With Boosie doing that, it’s a lot of people who still love Tip in the way that they’re, ‘You know what? With you doing that, bro, we gon’ support this s**t whole 100%.’

“And there’s some people who love Boosie that are like, “You know what? You stood on that, we gon’ support you,’” he continued. “So I don’t know what the f**k. When I think about marketing, when people talk to me about s**t, I always saw it go wrong. I say some s**t in the background and then, when that s**t come out, n***as be like, ‘Bro, how the f**k you knew that?’” Let us know your take in the comments and return to HNHH for the latest on Yung Joc, Boosie, and T.I.

Yung Joc’s Infamous 3D Tupac Haircut Resurfaces & Twitter Is Still Baffled

Yung Joc always manages to take the internet by storm for the wrong reasons. In the latter half of 2022, he made headlines after sending $1,800 on Zelle before trying to retrieve the funds. Unfortunately for him, the individual ended up blocking him. Then, there was the moment where he ate his words after betting that Tory Lanez would be found not guilty of shooting Megan Thee Stallion. As a result, he kept to his word and shaved his head bald for the Internet to see. 

However, Yung Joc’s hair-dos also manages to capture the attention of Twitter. Previously, he became a meme after showcasing his perm, which continues to live on in Twitter discourse. Still, nothing beats Yung Joc’s 3D Tupac haircut that he revealed a few years ago. The intricate hairdo includes braids tied to the top of his head in a bun, while a portrait of Tupac is edged onto the back. However, he used some of the unbraided hair to give ‘Pac the same hairstyle he had when he played Roland Bishop in Juice

Yung Joc Tupac Haircut Resurfaces

This morning, the barber behind the infamous do took to Instagram to reflect on the viral moment. Rob The Barber shared the video of Joc’s odd tribute to the late rapper, writing, “3D 2Pac portrait haircut on the homie @joclive [Yung Joc] #robtheorginal.” Though the video undoubtedly showcased Rob’s incredible skills as a barber, many still question why Yung Joc thought it would be an effective tribute to a cherished legend in the game.

Following the viral moment in 2019, Joc and Rob The Barber explained to TMZ that it was an incredibly detailed process. Rob said that he used trimmers to carve Tupac’s image with 3D hair to flesh out the image. Meanwhile, he used eyeliner to create facial features. Though an impressive style, Joc said that he needed to shower meticulously and ensure that the steam doesn’t effect the hair-do. 

After the video emerged online, again, Twitter went into a frenzy. Some questioned Job’s sanity, writing, “Man what tf wrong with yung joc ??? I know 2pac pissed.” Another person wrote, “When it comes to hairstyles yung Joc is like 3/89.” Needless to say, there were plenty of people hounding Joc for the wild attempt at paying homage. Check out a few more responses below. 

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Yung Joc Blames Failed 2 Chainz Collab For Fallout With Pierre Thomas

There is much wheeling and dealing in the industry, and Yung Joc recalls a falling out with Pierre “Pee” Thomas. To outsiders, it seems as if the Atlanta music scene is interconnected; everyone knows one another, so it was no surprise that Yung Joc and 2 Chainz were linking in the studio. However, things didn’t go as planned, and Joc detailed the tension that spawned. The Love & Hip Hop star shared his story while visiting the Big Facts Podcast.

As Yung Joc tells it, Quality Control boss Pierre Thomas was instrumental in funding a collaboration between Chainz and Joc. The record was finalized, so to speak, but there were a few hangups regarding clearances. 2 Chainz “gave me a love verse,” said Joc. “I will say that he gave me a love verse and that n*gga was going in. I was still signed and sh*t, so I came back. Me and P did a deal.”

Yung Joc Details The Fallout

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – FEBRUARY 15: Yung Joc and Kendra Johnson attend Hype Hair magazine cover release at Ventanas on February 15, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Joi Stokes/Getty Images)

“So, me and P put up $30,000 to push the record,” Joc continued. “I asked 2 Chainz to do it for me, and I’m a bring him the money and the label going to cut the rest of the check for them. So, I just give you a deposit on the label and cut the check.” Things progressed, but he still couldn’t move forward as expected. “It was time to get all the sh*t going. We got the radio playing it, and you know these markets, you start up a record in certain markets and sh*t. Then, when I’m coming to 2 Chainz, it was like we couldn’t never get the clearance on it.”

There was a holdup because the “label wouldn’t cut the check.” Joc continued, “I was like, ‘Damn, bro, I just need the clearance on this sh*t, like do something.’ So we kept going back and forth with the attorneys. It didn’t quite happen, and that sh*t kind of created a situation with me and P.”

Joc Shares Pierre Thomas’s Response

Ultimately, Thomas was frustrated because of the lack of movement. Joc explained that to Thomas, it felt as if it was a waste of finances. Check out Yung Joc detailing the story on Big Facts Pod above.

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