DaBaby Doesn't Care What "Bitter B*tches" On The Internet Think Of His Live Shows

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He claims his recent controversy at Rolling Loud Miami was because "the internet done twisted up my mothaf*ckin' words."

Yes, we are once again reporting on DaBaby's now-infamous Rolling Loud Miami moment, but this time, we've all received an explanation from the rapper, himself. The internet has been up in arms about DaBaby's remarks during his performance this past weekend, causing many to call the rapper homophobic while accusing him of perpetuating outdated stigmas associated with HIV/AIDS. 

"If you didn’t show up today with HIV, AIDS, or any of them deadly sexually transmitted diseases that’ll make you die in two to three weeks, then put your cellphone lighter up," said DaBaby during his set. "Ladies, if your pussy smell like water, put your cellphone light in the air. Fellas, if you ain’t sucking d*ck in the parking lot, put your cellphone lighter up."

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The comments caused quite the stir as T.I. supported the North Carolina artist, stating that if Lil Nas X can live in his truth then why can't DaBaby express himself. T.I.'s nemesis Sabrina Peterson came forward to disagree, as did Amber Rose, Love & Hip Hop's Bobby Lytes, and Pose actress Indya Moore. DaBaby shared a brief clip of himself discussing the controversy where he stated that the internet has no business commenting on what he does at his live concerts.

"This weak ass internet sh*t one time and I'mma get back to givin' love to my fans," said DaBaby in his video. "What me and my fans do at the live show, it don't concern you n*ggas on the internet, or you bitter b*tches on the internet. It's not y'all business. What I do for the live show is for the audience at the live show. It'll never translate correctly to somebody looking at a little five, six-second clip from they goddamn crib on they phone. It just don't work like that."

"Regardless of what... the internet done twisted up my mothaf*ckin' words. All my fans at the show, the gay ones and the straight ones, we turned the f*ck up." DaBaby added that there was a male fan with a crop top on rapping along to his lyrics and having a good time, so critics need to "shut the f*ck up," especially those that weren't in attendance.

This doubling down of his comments has caused backlash once again. Watch DaBaby's clip below and read through a few reactions.

About The Author
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.