Bun B Confirms UGK "Verzuz": "Probably Against 8Ball & MJG"

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He says it should take place before Summer.

While the world awaits the Verzuz battle starring Ashanti and Keyshia Cole, Bun B confirms that he has an appearance in the works, as well. Last month, the R&B singers were all set for their monumental moment, and fans came prepared to take a walk down memory lane, but unfortunately, their Verzuz was postponed at the last minute after it was reported that Ashanti contracted COVID-19. As the ladies prepare to reunite for the popular music-centered show this weekend on January 9, Bun B told The Donnie Houston Podcast that UGK is gearing up to face-off with 8Ball & MJG.

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“I’m doing a Verzuz but it’s not Texas-based,” said the rapper as he described it as a "real Verzuz." He added, “I’m doing Verzuz it’ll be UGK probably against 8Ball and MJG... UGK will represent Texas in Verzuz going up against North Mound.” Details regarding when this match-up will take place are unknown, but he suggested that he'll represent himself and the late Pimp C against the Tennessee duo sometime in the Spring. 

Bun B also stated that he's been in talks to appear on Verzuz since its quarantine inception in early 2020 and recently, fans have petitioned for UGK to go up against Outkast-- something he spoke to us about in the above video interview. It looks as if the legendary ATL duo will have to find another opponent. “It’s kind of pushed back," said Bun. "Everything’s pushed back because of the Ashanti and Keyshia Cole [delay] and they’re still trying to find the right times to do a lot of this stuff, but I would imagine before the summer."

Listen to the podcast below and let us know if you're looking forward to this Verzuz.


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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.