{"id":8128,"date":"2025-08-31T19:47:06","date_gmt":"2025-08-31T17:47:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wedodis.co.za\/news\/?p=8128"},"modified":"2025-08-31T19:47:08","modified_gmt":"2025-08-31T17:47:08","slug":"blxckie-addresses-controversy-over-pro-kid-disrespect-claims","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wedodis.co.za\/news\/blxckie-addresses-controversy-over-pro-kid-disrespect-claims\/","title":{"rendered":"Blxckie Addresses Controversy Over Pro Kid Disrespect Claims"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Blxckie has responded to the public backlash regarding comments he made in a recent discussion about the freestyle issue involving K.Keed and DJ Speedsta. The remarks, which included a claim about not rapping over a ProKid track in 2025, were interpreted by many fans and critics as disrespectful to the late hip-hop icon Pro Kid.<\/p>\n

During the interview, Blxckie shared his thoughts on the freestyle segment featured during K.Keed’s visit on DJ Speedsta’s show. His statement, \u201cPersonally, I\u2019m not rapping on a Pro Kid beat in 2025,\u201d swiftly attracted criticism online, with some accusing him of undermining ProKid’s legacy.<\/p>\n

In light of the controversy, Blxckie took to his official X (formerly Twitter) account to provide clarification on the context and meaning behind his remarks. In a post addressing the issue, he referenced an instance involving fellow artist Focalistic, sharing a clip of the rapper freestyling over a beat that he felt was not well-suited for Focalistic\u2019s unique style.<\/p>\n

\u201cNow if they just gave him [Focalistic] a beat that suits what he was doing at the time, which is piano and\/or afro vibes, he would\u2019ve killed it better. That\u2019s all I was saying and y\u2019all just chose to think I\u2019m disrespecting a legend. But that\u2019s fine, I know what I said,\u201d Blxckie expressed in the post.<\/p>\n

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now if they just gave him a beat that suits what he was doing at the time, which is piano and\/or afro vibes, he would\u2019ve killed it better. thats all i was saying and yall just chose to think i\u2019m disrespecting a legend. but thats fine, i know what i said.<\/p>\n

\u2014 somnyama, yena yedwa. (@blxckie___) August 28, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

He highlighted that his statement was not directed at Pro Kid personally, but was instead focused on the disconnect between older beats and contemporary rap styles. Blxckie reiterated that his goal was to illustrate how beat selection can affect the outcome of a freestyle performance, rather than to diminish ProKid\u2019s contributions to South African hip-hop.<\/p>\n

The beat that ignited the discussion was produced by Dome, known for creating the track \u201cUthini ngoPro.\u201d Blxckie directly commented on this in his X post, mentioning that Dome is the only individual who might reasonably take offense regarding his initial statement, as it related to his production work.<\/p>\n

\u201cAlso shout out to my n*gga Dome. He produced the \u2018uthini ngoPro\u2019 beat and so, in my opinion, he is the only n*gga that\u2019s supposed to be upset with me cause I was talking about his beat. But he gets what I was saying. The rest of y\u2019all relax, thanks,\u201d Blxckie wrote.<\/p>\n

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also shoutout to my nigga Dome. he produced the \u2018uthini ngoPro\u2019 beat and so, in my opinion, he is the only nigga thats supposed to be upset with me cause i was talking about his beat. but he gets what i was saying. the rest of yall relax, thanks. pic.twitter.com\/mCO5U5JA25<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 somnyama, yena yedwa. (@blxckie___) August 28, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

This tweet included a screenshot from an article published by The Citizen<\/em>, where Dome provided his insight on the situation. The article indicated that Dome seemed to comprehend the context of Blxckie\u2019s statements and did not publicly express any dissatisfaction with the comments made by the rapper.<\/p>\n

The situation has sparked renewed discussions within the hip-hop community about the importance of heritage and the evolution of South African music. Some argue that younger artists should honor and maintain classic sounds, while others assert that adapting to current musical trends is a natural aspect of artistic development.<\/p>\n

As discussions persist across various social media platforms and in hip-hop circles, Blxckie has reaffirmed his position, clarifying that his comments were meant to promote musical alignment rather than to show disrespect toward Pro Kid.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n