Lyfe Jennings Claps Back At Mario: "That's Why I F*ck With The Rappers"

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A fan shared a clip of Lyfe singing at a concert and wasn't impressed. Mario also saw the clip and his reaction irked Jennings.

Things are heating up in R&B after a clip of Lyfe Jennings went viral. The veteran singer recently took to the stage to revisit his hits for a crowd of fans, but not everyone was impressed. In videos shared on social media, Lyfe is seen belting out on the microphone while in a fan's face. The person who recorded the clip also expressed their displeasure in a caption.

"I went to see Lyfe Jenningz last night & when I tell you never tf again," the user wrote. "I want my mf money back." The Neighborhood Talk also reposted the video, Lyfe took to the comments to defend himself.

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"Better put some respect on my sh*t," he penned. "Ima whole legend out here Pronto. 80 shows this year alone 80% of em sold out. Go check my new video 'till you gone' it'll explain this gas lighting wit cheap gas ass blog."

Further, the outlet wasn't the only thing Lyfe was upset about. The comment section was flooded with reactions, but it was a face-palm emoji from Mario that prompted Jennings to return.

"That's why I f*ck wit the rappers," wrote Lyfe. "R and b n*ggas be fake AF. So much I could say but my number speak for themselves and my rep do too." It was a response that wasn't lost on Mario.

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"Yo what is this niggas life’s IG, I been tryna find him 🤔 Nah FR help…?" he asked. There hasn't been an update on whether or not the two singers talked out their differences, but Lyfe shared an Instagram post to suggest he didn't appreciate becoming a meme.

Check that out below.

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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.