Hot 97’s Funk Flex recently unleashed a pointed critique aimed at Shyne, accusing the former Bad Boy artist-turned-politician of embellishing details in the trailer for his upcoming documentary.
The radio personality didn’t hold back, expressing his frustrations during his show on Saturday (October 26), a clip of which was shared by The Art Of Dialogue on X (formerly Twitter).
“This has been bothering me for weeks,” Funk Flex started, diving into the issues he has with Shyne’s portrayal of events from his past. Addressing Shyne directly, Flex said, “I’m gonna keep it real. Shyne, I love you, but you’re a stone-cold liar.”
He alluded to an alleged altercation involving Shyne and D Rock at a studio years ago, suggesting that Shyne’s connection to Bad Boy Records shielded him from consequences. Flex implied that had Shyne signed with any other label, he might not have been treated so leniently.
Flex went on to question Shyne’s motivations, highlighting his presence in a trailer scene where he appears alongside Diddy, despite their tumultuous past. “If you hated Puff so much, why were you in that trailer when he got the key to the city?” Flex asked, questioning Shyne’s narrative of victimhood.
The DJ continued his verbal takedown, hinting that Shyne’s decision to brandish a firearm in the infamous 1999 nightclub incident, which led to his 10-year prison sentence, was driven by fear rather than bravery.
“You pulled that gun because you were scared,” Flex asserted, criticizing Shyne for what he claims was a choice born out of cowardice.
Taking things further, Flex promised he would be closely scrutinizing Shyne’s documentary, expressing doubt about the authenticity of Shyne’s story. “I’m going to wait for that documentary to drop and destroy you,” he vowed.
According to Complex, Flex also shared insights into the 1999 incident, suggesting that Shyne knowingly instigated the altercation and subsequently tried to shift blame onto others.
In a particularly heated moment, Funk Flex added, “If none of you veterans are gonna check this bozo, I’m gonna check him.” He speculated that many others felt similarly, claiming, “Everybody in that documentary wanted to spit in Shyne’s face.”
Flex wrapped up his message by casting doubt on Shyne’s musical legacy, suggesting that Shyne’s popularity at the time was largely due to his vocal resemblance to the late Notorious B.I.G. “You thought you could step out here, sound like Biggie, and not be held accountable,” he concluded.
As Shyne’s documentary prepares for release, it remains to be seen if he’ll address Funk Flex’s scathing remarks or choose to let the film speak for itself. With such strong accusations surfacing, the documentary is likely to generate even more intrigue and intense debate among hip-hop fans.
