Fat Joe Speaks Out on Young Thug’s Defense and Legal Precedent

In a recent CNN interview with Gayle King, veteran rapper Fat Joe came forward to defend Young Thug, acknowledging that he himself has fabricated elements in “95 percent” of his songs throughout his three-decade-long career. Expressing concern over the implications of using Thugga’s lyrics against him in the YSL RICO case, Joe deemed it “horrible” and a “travesty.”

Having been a professional rapper for 30 years, Fat Joe opened up about the creative process behind his lyrics, emphasizing that they often reflect his mood at the time of writing rather than factual events. He candidly admitted, “I write like I feel that day. I’m just being creative. You couldn’t build a jail high enough for the lyrics I’ve said on songs, which are all untrue.”

Beyond his artistic persona, Joe underscored his role as a family man and a contributor to his community, highlighting the disparity between his music and his personal life. He lamented the manipulation of lyrics by district attorneys, acknowledging their awareness that the content is rooted in creativity rather than reality.

However, he criticized their willingness to leverage these lyrics to strengthen legal cases, emphasizing the potential harm it can cause to individuals and families.

The Bronx rapper drew attention to the YSL RICO case in Atlanta, expressing deep concern for the six defendants facing potential life sentences based on what he deemed “totally not true” allegations.

Fat Joe argued that the case against Young Thug, utilizing his own lyrics, establishes a troubling precedent in the legal landscape. He stressed that this is the first instance of a high-profile artist having their own lyrics used against them in court, setting a concerning standard that could impact the broader music industry.

Joe concluded by pointing out the broader societal implications of such legal strategies, particularly the impact on established artists. He lamented the targeting of a No. 1 artist like Young Thug, suggesting that the case sets a disturbing precedent for the industry and poses a threat to the artistic freedom of musicians.