The long-simmering tension between NLE Choppa and NBA YoungBoy has boiled over again in 2025.

Choppa’s new diss track “KO” fires direct lyrical shots at YoungBoy, calling out what he sees as toxic influence on youth culture — while visually referencing 2Pac and Michael Jackson to make his message unmistakable.
The release has revived one of hip-hop’s most polarizing rivalries and stirred reactions from fans and even YoungBoy’s family.

The Diss Track “KO”: Lyrical & Visual Breakdown

In “KO,” NLE Choppa takes his feud to a new level, sampling 2Pac’s “Hit ’Em Up” instrumental — one of rap’s most notorious diss tracks.
He raps pointedly:

“YoungBoy what? This the big-boy league / I put one up in your gut under the Jesus piece / You poison the youth, nothing positive you do.”

The music video adds theatrical symbolism.

• Choppa channels Michael Jackson’s “Smooth Criminal” aesthetic — white suit, choreography, and cinematic lighting.

• He then mirrors Tupac Shakur — from iconic bandana styling to visual recreations of 2Pac’s bold swagger in “Hit ’Em Up.”

• According to HotNewHipHop, Choppa’s performance serves as both homage and challenge: “If you call YoungBoy the new 2Pac or MJ, then I’ll show you what that looks like for real.”

The result: a layered artistic jab questioning YoungBoy’s self-image and fan worship.

Why Choppa Took Aim Again

The feud’s roots stretch back to 2022, when Choppa agreed with a critical tweet about YoungBoy’s “demon time” lyrics and later claimed it wasn’t meant personally.

YoungBoy, however, took offense — releasing “Know Like I Know” with thinly veiled threats toward Choppa. Now, years later, Choppa says “KO” is a response not to old beef but to the “false idolization” of YoungBoy by new fans calling him the “new Tupac” or “hip-hop’s Michael Jackson.” By impersonating both icons, Choppa flips the narrative — suggesting YoungBoy doesn’t live up to that legacy.

Family Enters the Chat: YoungBoy’s Mother Responds

The conflict deepened when a post attributed to YoungBoy’s mother surfaced on X (formerly Twitter).
She reportedly wrote:

“How are you gonna hate from outside the arena? You can’t even fill one up.”

While not yet verified by major outlets, the comment — echoing the famous “You can’t even get in!” meme — has been widely shared among fan accounts and interpreted as a defense of her son’s dominance and concert success.
If authentic, it underscores how the beef has moved beyond music and into family territory, something common in today’s hyper-personal rap landscape.

NBA Youngboy’s mom, Sherhonda Gaulden, reacts to NLE Choppa’s YB diss song “KO”

“How are you gonna hate from outside the arena. You can’t even [fill] one up.” pic.twitter.com/6xw5qCWYRy

— RichAndRay (@RichAndRay33) October 31, 2025

 

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Cultural Meaning & Symbolism

Choppa’s video transforms a diss track into a cultural statement.

• Michael Jackson represents artistic mastery and universal fame.

• Tupac embodies truth-telling, authenticity, and defiance.
  By embodying both, Choppa positions himself as heir to artistry + revolution, implying YoungBoy only imitates surface aggression.
  Meanwhile, YoungBoy’s silence may be strategic — letting his massive streaming power and loyal fan base speak louder than words.

Fan Reactions & Online Buzz

Social platforms have exploded with debate:

• Choppa’s fans praise the production, symbolism, and message.

• YoungBoy’s supporters label it “clout chasing” and promise retaliation.
  Clips comparing Choppa’s “KO” visuals with MJ’s “Thriller” and 2Pac’s “Hit ’Em Up” are trending across TikTok and Instagram, while #YoungBoyVsChoppa trended on X hours after release.

What Comes Next

• Possible Response Track: If YoungBoy fires back, fans could witness another classic rap-battle cycle.

• Public Statements: Either rapper could escalate the feud via interviews or livestreams.

• Collaborations & Alliances: Watch whether artists from their respective circles take sides, echoing past feuds like Drake vs. Meek Mill or 2Pac vs. Biggie.

Whether this stays lyrical or spills into social drama, the tension has already reshaped 2025’s hip-hop discourse.

Conclusion

The renewed NLE Choppa vs. NBA YoungBoy feud merges music, symbolism, and media spectacle.
Choppa’s “KO” positions him as both critic and competitor, taking on not just a rival but a cultural myth around who represents the next Tupac or Michael Jackson.
With family comments adding emotional fire, fans are watching closely — waiting to see whether YoungBoy will respond or let silence serve as power.