Grasp P has responded to Mia X’s Essence Fest departure with a powerful assertion defending his legacy and fame forward of his farewell efficiency.
Southern rap mogul Grasp P has responded to public claims made by Mia X, the First Girl of No Restrict Data, who earlier this week introduced she would not be acting at Essence Pageant throughout what has been billed as his remaining reside efficiency.
In a prolonged and emotionally charged assertion posted to social media titled “Say Goodbye to the Unhealthy Man,” Grasp P addressed the backlash and what he described as “drama and comedy” surrounding the scenario. With out naming Mia X instantly, he shared his disappointment over the general public nature of the dispute, stating, “I agreed to pay her no matter she requested for. Going to social media after I’ve agreed to do no matter she wished is disappointing.”
The New Orleans rapper defended his legacy, emphasizing his long-standing contributions to the group and artists, who have been as soon as a part of the No Restrict household.
“I’ve been giving again to our communities for over 25 years… put artists on… gave them alternatives that no person else would,” he wrote in a since-deleted Instagram publish. “It’s been over 20 years in the past that these artists have been signed to me, and since then they’ve moved on to different labels. And I nonetheless confirmed love.”
Mia X beforehand defined her resolution to withdraw from the July 6 Essence Fest efficiency, citing miscommunication, lack of rehearsal time, a late contract and disrespect round negotiations. She additionally expressed frustration over being marketed with out her formal settlement, regardless of not finalizing phrases.
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Grasp P, in flip, rejected accusations of disrespect or poor communication.
“How is it poor communication if my administration has been chatting with artists instantly for years and paying them for reveals they’ve booked?” he requested. “And the way is it disrespectful to supply a compensation bigger than regardless of the artist has ever obtained for a present?”
Whereas Mia X framed her assertion round professionalism, transparency and the necessity to shield Black girls in enterprise, Grasp P steered ulterior motives from these round him.
“The disciples did Jesus soiled so I do know what they’ll attempt to do me,” he wrote, including that many individuals have been “solely round you for the advantages.”
The upcoming efficiency, nonetheless scheduled for July 6 at Essence Fest in New Orleans, is being promoted as Grasp P’s farewell celebration—a milestone in a storied profession that remodeled Southern Hip-Hop and empowered quite a few artists.
“I’m specializing in teaching and making a distinction,” Grasp P concluded. “We gon’ flip up yet one more time for Essence. Salute to all my actual Troopers.”
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