Teddy Riley Claps Back At Comedian Over "Verzuz" Jab: "You Still Broke"

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Teddy Riley has had enough of the jokes about his problematic sound during his "Verzuz" battle.

Another Verzuz battle is in the books. John Legend and Alicia Keys shared the Instagram Live stage as they played a dueling pianos, performing some of our favorite songs from both of their catalogs. Thousands of fans tuned in for the monumental Juneteenth moment, but when comedian Tony Baker cracked a joke at famed producer Teddy Riley's expense, the music legend wasn't letting it slide.

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If you remember, Teddy Riley participated in a Verzuz performance of his own along with Babyface. Things took a turn when Riley's sound wasn't working properly, so they had to reschedule. The next set went off without a hitch, but Tony Baker is still popping off about Teddy Riley. During the Alicia Keys, John Legend battle, Baker commented, "Teddy Riley pulled up! Let's pray that we don't lose the internet connection."

A few chuckles were made, but Riley bit back. "Tony Baker if you want to continue being funny you got to let Oh jokes become the pass or you will be stuck in the past brother," he replied. "Grow up and get money! Remind you to joke Only makes me money but you still broke." Baker shared the screenshot of Riley's mini-roast with the caption, "Gotdammit. 🤦🏾‍♂️. @theshaderoom TEDDY HAS HAD IT!! His typos deflated the whole assault tho...." Check it out below.


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Erika Marie is a seasoned journalist, editor, and ghostwriter who works predominantly in the fields of music, spirituality, mental health advocacy, and social activism. The Los Angeles editor, storyteller, and activist has been involved in the behind-the-scenes workings of the entertainment industry for nearly two decades. E.M. attempts to write stories that are compelling while remaining informative and respectful. She's an advocate of lyrical witticism & the power of the pen. Favorites: Motown, New Jack Swing, '90s R&B, Hip Hop, Indie Rock, & Punk; Funk, Soul, Harlem Renaissance Jazz greats, and artists who innovate, not simply replicate.
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