Shyne, the rapper-turned-politician, is preparing to unveil an eye-opening documentary about his life, revisiting the pivotal moments that shaped his journey, including the infamous 1999 nightclub shooting with Diddy that landed him behind bars.
In a newly released trailer on Monday (October 21), Shyne candidly speaks on the incident, maintaining his innocence and reaffirming his claim of being made the scapegoat. “I was absolutely set up to be the fall guy,” Shyne reflects. “One of the hardest parts was watching everyone else succeed while I spent 10 years in prison. But I moved on.”
The shooting took place on December 27, 1999, at Club New York in Manhattan, following a heated altercation involving the Bad Boy Records entourage and Matthew “Scar” Allen.
Gunfire erupted inside the club, leaving three bystanders wounded. Shyne and Diddy were both arrested after the chaos unfolded, but while Diddy and his bodyguard were acquitted, Shyne faced a different fate.
Shyne was convicted of criminal possession of a weapon, assault, and reckless endangerment, ultimately receiving a 10-year prison sentence. Although acquitted of attempted murder, the rapper served his time and was deported to his home country of Belize after his release in 2009.
In recent weeks, Shyne has been vocal about the lasting impact of the incident on his life, particularly in light of federal charges being brought against Diddy. “I was an 18-year-old kid just trying to make my mother proud, make Belize proud, and show the world my talent,” Shyne explained during a press conference. “I defended him, and he turned around and called witnesses to testify against me.”
He added: “This is someone who destroyed my life. I forgave him and moved on, but let’s not pretend this was a brotherhood or a friendship. He sent me to prison.”
With this upcoming documentary, Shyne is ready to share his side of the story, shedding light on the trials and resilience that have defined his remarkable journey from a rap star to a political leader.
Keep an eye out for its release, as it promises to deliver a compelling narrative that’s been 25 years in the making.
