Tia Kemp Puts Looze Cannon On Blast Over Business Dispute

BY Erika Marie
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A potential collaboration has soured, with Tia Kemp accusing Looze Cannon of trying to benefit financially from her likeness.

The jokes appear to have stopped between Tia Kemp and Looze Cannon. Their connection, which seemed to begin as a business opportunity, has turned into a public disagreement over merchandise. Kemp accuses the viral Michael Jackson impersonator of using her likeness without properly compensating her, and she's threatening to involve attorneys if he doesn't remove her image.

Kemp aired her grievances during a social media livestream that Live Bitez reposted on Wednesday (November 4). She explained that the two had been discussing potential business opportunities behind the scenes, but she wasn't pleased with how things were being handled. Her biggest complaint concerned merchandise allegedly featuring her face, which she said Cannon had no business promoting without resolving their financial arrangements.

"Get me off your motherf*ckin' website... off your shirts!" Kemp demanded. She made it clear that her willingness to joke around online shouldn't be mistaken for permission to profit from her image. The outspoken social media personality also warned that she was prepared to involve her lawyers if Cannon didn't comply. Cannon operates a merchandise business through Streetnoise Merch, although the available listings do not establish whether products featuring Kemp were offered for sale.

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Tia Kemp Calls Out Looze Cannon As His Popularity Grows

Cannon, whose real name is Glen Cannon, has become one of TikTok's breakout entertainers through his Michael Jackson-inspired character, Big Michael. His livestreams combine impressions with comedic freestyles, earning recognition from established artists and fellow social media personalities.

According to XXL, Kemp was among the recognizable figures who interacted with Cannon as his online following expanded. His popularity has also attracted attention from Timbaland and Cordae, while his viral "Big Michael Michael" freestyle eventually became an official single. Further, Cannon's growing audience has created opportunities beyond livestreams. He sells branded apparel and other merchandise, making Kemp's complaint particularly relevant to a business he's actively developing. However, her allegations about unauthorized use and unpaid compensation have not been independently substantiated.

The confrontation also comes as Kemp deals with a separate legal dispute involving 50 Cent. The rapper recently filed a $6 million lawsuit accusing her of defamation and harassment involving his son, Sire Jackson. Their increasingly contentious history has led to multiple legal proceedings. In her disagreement with Cannon, however, Kemp is the one threatening legal action.

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About The Author
Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming the Co-Head of Original Content. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, and Amy Luciani—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

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