Soulja Boy found himself in hot water after performing at the Crypto Ball, a controversial event celebrating Donald Trump’s political comeback. As footage from the bash spread online, the rapper faced a storm of criticism for his involvement.

Soulja Boy, along with artists like Snoop Dogg and Rick Ross, performed at the event in Washington, D.C., drawing backlash from fans and social media commentators alike. Many took to Twitter and Instagram, expressing their disappointment and accusing the performers of contradicting their previous criticisms of Trump.

In response to the uproar, Soulja Boy took to Instagram Live to bluntly address the issue. He defended his decision by stating, “They paid me a bag. Obama ain’t never put no money in my pockets. Kamala ain’t never put no money in my pockets. Trump put money in my pockets.” His candid remarks, however, did little to quell the criticism.

Soulja Boy further asserted, “Y’all suck my d*ck. Y’all want me not to answer the phone for the f***king president? This n***a the president of the United States.” He emphasized that it was not even a Trump-specific event but dedicated to crypto, saying, “It was the Crypto Ball for crypto, and I’ll go again.”

Despite his unapologetic stance, the comments section of platforms like Baller Alert was filled with disapproval, with users labeling him as dangerous for doing anything for money. One comment summed it up as, “A man that will do anything for money is a dangerous person,” while another noted, “All money is not good money.”

Soulja Boy wasn’t alone in facing backlash; Nelly, criticized for his planned performance at Trump’s inaugural ball, clarified his intentions by stating, “I’m not doing this for money. I respect the office. It don’t matter who is in office.” This seemed to contrast with Soulja Boy’s monetary motivation, providing a different perspective on artists participating in such events.

Soulja Boy’s bold defense of his Crypto Ball performance shines a light on the ongoing debate about artists’ participation in politically charged events. While some applaud his candidness, others remain unconvinced, highlighting the tension between art, politics, and financial incentives.

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