Will Smith’s Involvement in the Joey Badass and Ray Vaughn Beef
The ongoing tension between rapper Joey Badass and Ray Vaughn has taken an unexpected turn with the involvement of a surprising figure—Will Smith. While it remains to be seen whether the actor will jump into the fray, fans are hoping that he doesn’t decide to step into the spotlight to address the two rappers, as they might not be able to handle the heat.
Ray Vaughn recently took to social media to respond to Joey Badass’s latest single, “ABK.” He expressed his disapproval of Joey’s verse by sharing a clip of Will Smith’s “Lunch Break” freestyle, suggesting that the new track sounded eerily similar to Smith’s performance. Vaughn’s reaction was clearly humorous, as he captioned his post with a series of laughing emojis: “That NEW JOEY VERSE ON ABK WAS LIKE😂😂😂😂😂😂😂.”
Vaughn also hinted at a potential follow-up message, writing, “I don’t want nobody in Cali gettin in. Cause he gone cry 20v1.” This statement suggests that he is prepared to take on any challenges that come his way, even if it means facing off against someone from California.
The Release of “ABK” and Joey Badass’s Claims
“ABK” was released on July 17 as the first single from Joey Badass’s upcoming album, Lonely At The Top. On the track, Joey boldly asserts his claim as one of New York’s best emcees, delivering lines such as, “The question rhetorical, who the King of New York is? / If it ain’t me, then who? / I’ma need the proof / If ni**as want to try to dispute, tell them get in the booth.” These lyrics show his confidence and determination to prove himself as a top-tier rapper.
Before the release of the track, Joey shared his thoughts on whether he should rank himself as the best during an interview with TMZ. He stated, “I don’t really think it’s my place to rank myself – you know I’m biased.” However, he also added, “I think that I’m one of the illest, but that’s me and I think I’m supposed to feel like that.”
Joey emphasized that there is still a lot of work to be done, saying, “I definitely think there’s a lot more work to do, and I’m inspired and charged up to do that work so that the world can get in tune with what I already know.”
The Ongoing Rivalry Between Joey Badass and Ray Vaughn
The rivalry between Joey Badass and Ray Vaughn has been going on for months. It began when Joey made a comment about West Coast rap on the song “The Ruler is Back.” Since then, the tension has continued to escalate.
Joey has been actively putting pressure on Vaughn by allegedly filing a trademark for “TDEast,” dissing him during a Red Bull Spiral Freestyle, and even calling out Kendrick Lamar for not providing enough of a challenge. These actions have only fueled the ongoing debate between the two artists.
The Cultural Impact of the Beef
This feud has not only captured the attention of fans but has also sparked discussions about the evolving landscape of hip-hop. The clash between East Coast and West Coast rappers has long been a topic of interest, and this latest conflict adds another layer to that narrative.
As the battle continues, fans are eager to see how both artists will respond. Whether it’s through new music, social media posts, or public statements, the drama shows no signs of slowing down.
With the involvement of figures like Will Smith, the stakes are higher than ever. Fans are left wondering what the next move will be and who will come out on top in this high-stakes rivalry.
