Machine Gun Kelly, better known as MGK, recently took to social media to express his gratitude towards Juicy J after they reconnected at Coachella over the weekend.
It was a moment of nostalgia for MGK, who was a surprise guest during Three 6 Mafia’s set at the famed festival. Behind the scenes, MGK posed for a photo with Juicy J, which a fan later shared on social media. This prompted the Cleveland rapper to reminisce about their past.
“Juice believed in me 2011 before the world did,” MGK said. He recounted how Juicy J was the first rapper to collaborate with him, even sharing a blunt and laying the groundwork for MGK’s breakout song “Wild Boy.” This track sampled a chorus from their previous collaboration on Juicy’s mixtape.
More than just a reunion with Juicy J, Coachella marked MGK’s first public steps since celebrating the birth of his daughter with Megan Fox. “She’s finally here!! our little celestial seed,” MGK announced, sharing images of their newborn’s tiny hand on Instagram. Born on March 27, their daughter’s entry into the world was accompanied by a custom musical score crafted by MGK, his in-house team, and notable collaborators like Travis Barker.
Fox’s Instagram post announcing the pregnancy and referencing a past miscarriage added an emotional layer to the couple’s joy. She used MGK’s track “Last November,” which deals with themes of loss and mourning from their shared experience. This song, part of MGK’s 2022 album “Mainstream Sellout,” had evolved from earlier compositions, reflecting their journey through grief.
Rumors of a split between MGK and Fox had swirled late last year, but appear to have been speculative. MGK, after stepping away from social media for nearly two months, returned with a fresh look and a well-timed jab at misinformation, questioning how “sources say” could be true when, according to him, nothing was said.
MGK’s recent activities show how music and personal connections intertwine in his life. By honoring Juicy J and celebrating his growing family, he’s giving fans a glimpse into both his professional and personal transformations.
