Canadian artist John River claims PartyNextDoor threatened him over creative ideas he allegedly copied for a Drake collaboration.
- The controversy revolves around the upcoming album ‘$OME $EXY $ONGS 4 U.’
- River accuses PartyNextDoor and OVO members of inquiring into his creative process.
- Freddie Gibbs also accuses Drake and PartyNextDoor of copying his album imagery.
- The allegations against PartyNextDoor remain unaddressed publicly as the album release approaches.
In an unexpected twist worthy of a drama series, John River has come forward with claims that PartyNextDoor has been less than original with his work. River alleges that the artist threatened him to pay respect, hinting at industry blackballing if he didn’t comply.
With the much-anticipated album ‘$OME $EXY $ONGS 4 U’ about to drop, controversy has already taken center stage. The album cover, which features the iconic Marilyn Monroe towers of Mississauga, has sparked these accusations from River.
Allegedly, PartyNextDoor, along with members of the OVO label, had detailed discussions with River about his music video ‘Hope City II,’ which prominently features the same towers. These discussions raise eyebrows as these towers conveniently appear on the duo’s album cover.
According to an Instagram post by River, the discussions weren’t breezy. He described a lengthy two-hour conversation with PartyNextDoor, which included a direct quote: ‘Why are you getting this attention instead of me?’ indicating the tension in their interaction.
In yet another twist, Freddie Gibbs has also accused the duo of lifting imagery from his 2022 album ‘$oul $old $eparately.’ He humorously remarked on social media, ‘Damn they even stole the rabbits too. I’m flattered,’ adding more fuel to this fiery dispute.
Despite these serious allegations from both River and Gibbs, PartyNextDoor has remained silent on the matter. The lack of response leaves fans and the industry buzzing with anticipation, not just for the album, but for what unfolds next in this unfolding narrative.
As the album drops, all eyes are on PartyNextDoor to see if he will address the swirling accusations.
