Joe Budden Responds to the Shade
New York, NY – The drama in the hip-hop world just got messier after Joe Budden clapped back at Yung Miami with some harsh words about her solo career. The tension between the two escalated after Yung Miami threw shade at Budden’s recent gold plaque achievement for his 2003 hit “Pump It Up,” and now, the former rapper-turned-podcaster is firing shots of his own.
Yung Miami’s Initial Jab
The beef started when Yung Miami, one half of the City Girls, took to Twitter to poke fun at Budden’s long-awaited plaque. “A gold plaque in 2024? What’s next, a BET award for best throwback?” she tweeted, setting social media ablaze. Fans quickly caught on, interpreting her tweet as a not-so-subtle dig at Budden’s relevance in today’s music scene.
Joe Budden Slams Yung Miami’s Solo Career
Not one to let a diss slide, Joe Budden used his platform on “The Joe Budden Podcast” to hit back at Yung Miami, and he didn’t hold back. “It’s funny how people wanna laugh at a gold plaque when they can’t even drop a solo album that charts,” Budden said, throwing direct shade at Yung Miami’s solo efforts. “City Girls might be popping, but let’s talk about your solo career. Oh wait, there isn’t one.”
Social Media Erupts
As expected, Budden’s comments sent the internet into a frenzy. Fans of both artists quickly jumped in, with #JoeVsYungMiami trending as people took sides. Some praised Budden for his brutal honesty, while others came to Yung Miami’s defense, arguing that she’s doing just fine without needing solo success. “City Girls got the streets, Joe just got the studio,” tweeted one fan.
Celebs Weigh In on the Feud
The industry couldn’t resist chiming in on the beef. Rapper Cardi B threw her support behind Yung Miami, tweeting, “Solo or not, sis got hits! Keep doing you, Yung Miami!” Meanwhile, Charlamagne Tha God took a more neutral stance on “The Breakfast Club,” saying, “Joe’s got a point about solo careers, but let’s not act like City Girls ain’t holding it down.”
Yung Miami Claps Back
Unfazed by Budden’s criticism, Yung Miami quickly responded on Instagram Live, saying, “Joe, keep my name out your mouth. I’m getting money, City Girls is getting money, and we ain’t worried about no washed-up rapper who’s just mad he’s not in the game anymore.” Her confident clapback only fueled the fire, with fans applauding her for standing up to Budden.
What’s Next for Joe Budden and Yung Miami?
With neither Budden nor Yung Miami backing down, this beef shows no signs of cooling off. As the two continue to exchange jabs, fans are left wondering if this will escalate into a full-blown feud or if they’ll eventually squash the beef. One thing’s for sure: both Joe Budden and Yung Miami know how to keep their names in the headlines, and the drama isn’t over yet.
The Bottom Line
As the hip-hop world watches this latest clash, it’s clear that both Joe Budden and Yung Miami are masters of stirring the pot. Whether it’s about plaques, solo careers, or staying relevant, these two aren’t afraid to speak their minds—and that’s what keeps fans tuning in. Stay tuned for the next chapter in this ongoing saga!
