T.I. Unleashes On Boosie Badazz For Claiming He's A "Rat"

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T.I. invites Boosie Badazz to read his paperwork after Boosie called him a "rat."

Boosie Badazz and T.I.’s friendship is on the rocks. It began after a snippet of an episode of expediTIously where Troubleman admitted that he pinned a gun charge on his dead cousin. The argument on snitching ensued, which is something that Tip has faced in the past on numerous occasions. However, Boosie, who is the most outspoken anti-snitch advocate, felt confused by the statements. He explained that he's known T.I, for years so he didn't understand why he'd speak on this publicly. “If he did that, you’re a fuckin’ rat, too,” he said. “If you cooperate with law enforcement to get you out of trouble… that means you’re a rat.”

The comments went viral and people, like Terrence “Gangsta” Williams, felt obliged to chime in. Williams, who got out on the First Step Act, faced accusations of snitching after providing prosecutors with information on two deceased suspects in a murder investigation. He stated that Boosie sounded confused by T.I.’s comments, though he did acknowledge that the Louisiana rapper is standing on his beliefs. However, fans have been waiting on a response from T.I. himself.

T.I. Slams Boosie For His Comments

As Boosie’s comments floated across the internet, Tip offered to provide the paperwork to prove that he didn’t snitch. The Paper Trail MC told Boosie that he should “pull up” to address their issues, rather than a public platform. “My number the same & my address the same my n***a. To get on da net & speak on shit you've never spoke to me about is leaving me to believe you been hiding ya heart the whole time,” he said. “I'd NEVER speak 'certain disrespect' on your name/reputation bout a 'IF' homie... da convict code say When in doubt...pull the paperwork out!!! & 'IF' you ain't did that.”

At this point, T.I. continued to explain that Boosie’s opinion of him doesn’t carry weight, especially if he isn’t verifying his information before speaking on it. “So don't wonder no mo' homie.... answer the 'IF'... PULL UP & report back to da rest of these niggaz who opinions matter so much to you. Cause I could Give a Fuck bout what no nigga think bout me!!!” he continued. “So cmon & see what you speaking bout so next time you can speak intelligently. @mamaheliveagain.2.0 I expected more from you. This shit ain't solid. obviously I thought we WAS something we WASNT.” Check out T.I.’s post above.

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