Controversy Erupts as Joe Budden Criticizes NBA YoungBoy’s Music, Prompting Strong Reactions

Joe Budden expressed disdain for NBA Youngboy‘s music during a recent podcast episode, igniting a strong reaction from the rapper and Birdman.

In the podcast’s latest episode “Malcolm On Ice,” Joe heavily criticized NBA YoungBoy’s music, describing it as “horrible” and “really, really, really, really bad!!!”

Joe clarified that his criticism wasn’t personal but rather portrayed YoungBoy as a tool used by his record label to flood YouTube with frequent releases targeting young, impressionable audiences.

These comments prompted a rare response from the normally reclusive rap star, who has been under house arrest in Utah.

YoungBoy pointed out that despite the criticism, his music continued to perform well on streaming platforms, sharing an Apple Music screenshot of his latest album’s “Decided 2” achievements.

He also challenged Joe to an in-person interview at “Grave Digger Mountain,” but the confrontational tone and choice of location suggested potential hostility.

Birdman, considering YoungBoy as both a younger brother and a collaborator, used Instagram to issue threats to Joe in defense of YoungBoy.