DJ Akademiks Responds To NBA YoungBoy Calling Him Out

The long-standing alliance between DJ Akademiks and NBA YoungBoy hit a rough patch this week. The tension surfaced after the media commentator shared a video featuring the rapper’s mother, Sherhonda Gaulden, which sparked a sharp reaction from the Louisiana artist.

The drama began when YoungBoy claimed during an appearance with Funny Marco that he intended to cut ties with his mother. Gaulden quickly hit back on social media, accusing her son of fabricating stories and spreading false narratives about their family dynamic.

Akademiks Defends His Coverage

When Akademiks picked up the clip of Gaulden’s rebuttal, YoungBoy made his frustration clear during another stream with Funny Marco. In response, Akademiks took to his own platform to perform some urgent damage control and explain his side of the story.

Akademiks argued that because the video was already public, he didn't believe he needed prior approval to post it. He mentioned his awareness of the private relationship between the two, noting he felt comfortable sharing the clip based on their history.

Prioritizing the Friendship

Despite his initial defense, the blogger admitted he has no desire to meddle in the sensitive bond between a mother and her child. He emphasized that he views YoungBoy as both a friend and a respected artist, and he is unwilling to let a social media post destroy that connection.

To prove his loyalty, Akademiks announced he would be deleting the controversial video and vowed to avoid the topic entirely moving forward. He framed the move as a gesture of respect toward the rapper's privacy.

What Lies Ahead

It remains to be seen if this peace offering will be enough to settle the score. YoungBoy is currently preoccupied with a significant life transition, including a reported move to South Korea, which may leave little room for industry drama.

Fans are keeping a close eye on the situation to see if the rapper accepts the apology. For now, Akademiks seems intent on keeping one of his most high-profile industry relationships from going up in flames.