He is the latest in a new lineup of underground artists who prioritize shock value over the music itself. When you listen to a 2Slimey song, you are met with a barrage of sounds, and at a certain point, it all sounds a little bit ridiculous. While some young rap listeners love this new sound, others find it absolutely repulsive.

2 Slimey found that out the hard way over the weekend as he was a contestant on PlaqueBoyMax’s “Song Wars” series. 1300Saint, Slayr, and many others participated in this weekend’s edition of the contest. For those unaware, “Song Wars” features artists playing a new song for an ensemble of judges. Whoever has the best song wins the weekend.

Southside, DJ Akademiks, BruceDropEmOff, and ImDontai were just some of the judges this week, and it was here where they were introduced to 2Slimey’s sound. As you will see in the clip below, they were not feeling it at all.

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2Slimey Is Not For Everyone

In fact, the vast majority of the judges gave the song a 0/10. Akademiks was the only person willing to show a little bit of grace here. He gave the artist a 5/10. It isn’t a passing grade, but it’s still significantly better than a zero.

Meanwhile, 2Slimey was so upset with the situation that he decided to completely abandon the call altogether. At one point, he gave up, and PlaqueBoyMax was taken aback by the fact that the artist had left the call.

When you make music like 2Slimey, you have to realize that at some point, not everyone is going to love you. Perhaps this will be a life lesson going forward.

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“When n****s started trolling, I do sh*t that a n***a wish he could do. Walk through your neighborhood,” Buck responded in a video online. “Walk through your hood first. You wanna play all these gay ass jokes and sh*t. Walk through your neighborhood and let’s see how the folks treat you with no security… I ain’t got nothing to say to you. I’m getting money in my hood. You ain’t even funny no more. We all know you’re a joke.”

50 ended up sharing Buck’s video on his own Instagram page, writing: “Look at this punk ass we know you like them boys BUCK. Brorilla like the girls, that’s a better fit around here PUNK! You in your hood because, you broke boy.” Tony Yayo chimed in with a comment, adding: “We be in Southside all the time.”

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Who Is 50 Cent Beefing With?

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Young Buck is far from the only artist 50 Cent is feuding with on social media. He’s also been trading shots with Maino since he and the rest of the Let’s Rap About It podcast crew criticized his Netflix docuseries, Sean Combs: The Reckoning. After trading several shots online, Maino targeted 50 on his “Bleed Like Us” diss track, last week.

T.I. and his family have also been beefing with 50 Cent. That drama began when T.I. claimed that 50 was to blame for a potential Verzuz match between them falling through. He discussed the situation on an episode of Million Dollaz Worth of Game. 50 responded by calling him and his family out in numerous posts on social media.

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Although Blueface was not knocked out, he did lose by decision, in what was a pretty obvious result. However, after the event, the rapper was quite salty about what went down. In fact, he accused Adin of rigging the fight so that he could make more money.

It was a hefty accusation that was made on the live broadcast. Adin was clearly upset with the allegation, as he immediately fled the interview with Blueface and spoke to Chibu instead. Ultimately, the integrity of Brand Risk Promotions has been put into question, and some are wondering if Blueface has a point.

DJ Akademiks, on the other hand, isn’t so easily convinced. During a stream this weekend, Ak spoke about the fight, and shot some bail Adin’s way.

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Blueface Upset With Adin Ross

In the video clip above, Akademiks suggests that the reason why Blueface lost is actually very simple. He was out of shape and didn’t take the fight seriously. Chibu was all over social media training for the big fight. Meanwhile, Blue was taking it easy, and it showed once everyone got into the ring with one another.

At the end of the day, these fights are pure spectacle and are not made to truly showcase the best that boxing has to offer. The Adam22 fight from a few months ago is the perfect example of this phenomenon.

Whether or not Blueface gets back into the ring is something that still remains to be seen. However, there are certainly a few challengers out there who could be perfect for Blue. Whether or not he wants to work with Adin Ross again is something that still very much remains to be seen. At this point, it feels like the relationship is completely tainted.

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In fact, the actress and Pamela Abdy, the co-CEO of Warner Bros, were being physically blocked off by this security guard. That would be annoying already. However, making matters worse was that this male guard reportedly put hands on Taylor in the process.

As you can hear in the video caught by Live Bitez, the 35-year-old was pretty angry. “You’re a man putting your hands on a female,” Taylor says. “You’re very rude…” She then turns her attention to another woman, who seemingly had an issue with the singer calling out the security employee.

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“He put his hands on a female. What is we doing? He literally shoved me… What’s the problem?” Taylor adds, “Everyone’s trying to have a nice time… But when you get to shoving, that’s a different story. Do not touch me…”

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Did Teyana Taylor Win An Oscar?

TMZ also reports that things remained tense as this man kept trying to deny access to the stage. Additionally, the guard even tried to get an apology out of Taylor, but we have to imagine she didn’t acquiesce.

At this time, no rep from the Oscars nor anyone in Taylor’s camp has responded for comment.

But while this confrontation was something she would have liked to avoid, the performer did have a fulfilling evening. While she didn’t take home the Best Supporting Actress award (winner was Amy Madigan), her film, One Battle After Another, took home quite a few trophies.

The final tally was six and included a Best Picture win. One Battle was nominated 13 times, second most behind Sinners which had 16.

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He kicks off the song by remarking that he was “outside” while coming up and not “beefing on computers.” From there, he mentions Wack 100 and No Jumper by name before remarking, “Where these boys at, bet they harmless / That ain’t disrespect, they say it’s content.” He goes on to bring up VladTV and Million Dollaz Worth of Game, among others.

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Why Are Maino & 50 Cent Beefing?

Eventually, Maino drops more shots for 50 Cent, with whom he has been beefing for months. The song’s title appears to reference an upcoming album he’s working on. Their rivalry heated up again last week when Maino released his diss track, “Bleed Like Us.” Their feud stems from an episode of the Let’s Rap About It podcast, when Maino, Jim Jones, Fabolous, and Dave East criticized 50’s Netflix docuseries, Sean Combs: The Reckoning.

When 50 Cent responded by trolling them on social media, the group teamed up for the “Squatter’s Rights” freestyle. 50 eventually returned fire with the music video for his Max B collaboration, “No More Tricks, No More Tries.” Seemingly using artificial intelligence, 50 poked fun at all of the Let’s Rap About It crew. Speaking with TMZ back in December, Maino joked that beefing with 50 Cent has been profitable. “Beefing with 50 is good business,” he remarked. “Numbers is up, podcast is up, engagement is up. I wish I woulda known this a long time ago.”

In addition to the drama with Maino, 50 Cent has also been feuding with T.I. in recent weeks. He dropped an untitled song to address all of the drama on Friday. In the caption, he hinted at having more music in store. He wrote: “I’d Fvck these up if they jump me in real life a bunch of punks. THE ALGORITHM is coming!”

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Genre: Hip-Hop

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Quotable Lyrics From Let Me Through

Bossman comin’ through, it’s a boss comin’ through
Call me Torrence Amiri Hatch, a lot of sauce comin’ through (Woo)
Boosie love to cut that line, so I had to call the crew
Left the house twenty deep, the whole house comin’ through

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Genre: Hip-Hop

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Eleven models deep, the KT line has evolved in ways that have surprised even the most skeptical sneakerheads. Some shoes played it safe, some swung big on design, and a few genuinely challenged the best that Nike and Adidas had to offer.

We ranked all eleven from worst to best, taking into account design, performance, and overall impact on the line. Here is how they stack up.

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11. Anta KT2 (2016)

Coming in at number 11 on the list, the Anta KT2 is where Klay’s signature line started finding its footing. Released in 2016, this was only the second shoe in the KT series, and it already showed real promise.

The Warriors’ colorway seen here is clean royal blue, white, and yellow, hitting all the right notes for any Golden State fan. The zigzag midsole paneling gives it a bold, aggressive look that holds up surprisingly well even today.

Performance-wise, the KT2 was praised for its heel containment and reliable traction pattern. A solid foundation that set the tone for everything that followed.

10. Anta KT1 (2015)

Coming in at number 10, the Anta KT1 is the one that started it all. Released in 2015, this was the shoe that announced Klay Thompson and Anta to the world, and it made a statement doing it.

The Warriors colorway here is loud with the classic royal blue base, neon yellow lacing system, and a translucent outsole that fades from blue to gold. Klay’s signature sits right on the ankle collar, giving it a personal touch that makes it feel special.

For a debut signature shoe, the KT1 had genuine personality and charm that a lot of first efforts simply don’t have.

9. Anta KT11 (2025)

Sitting at number 9, the KT11 is the newest chapter in the line, and it’s already turning heads. This “Bahamas” colorway is genuinely stunning with that aqua teal upper.

It’s paired with a cream midsole and a hot pink cushioning pod, which is one of the most eye-catching color combinations the KT line has ever produced. The low-cut silhouette feels like a modern evolution for the series.

Further, that visible cushioning window on the side is a serious flex both visually and performance-wise. It’s too early to give it a definitive spot in the rankings, but first impressions suggest the KT11 might climb this list over time.

8. Anta KT8 (2022)

Landing at number 8, the KT8 is one of the most visually ambitious shoes in the entire line. This “The Bay” colorway is artistic.

Features a full cityscape graphic wraps the lateral panel in purples, blues, and greens, with a gold Anta logo cutting right through the middle of it. It looks like something you’d frame on a wall.

The KT8 was also a significant design departure for the line, drawing comparisons to classic Jordan silhouettes in its construction. The cushioning setup layered multiple foam technologies throughout, and the low-cut profile gave it a sleek, modern feel that translated well both on and off the court.

7. Anta KT6 (2020)

At number 7, the KT6 is arguably the most daring design the line has ever produced. This colorway is absolutely wild in the best way.

A black knit upper sits above a marbled, swirling outsole that looks like liquid frozen mid-motion. The “Nature Flow” strap across the midfoot adds another layer of visual drama. The icy translucent outsole underneath ties the whole thing together beautifully.

The KT6 was a major design reset for the series, introducing a brand new traction pattern and fresh technology throughout. It’s the shoe in the line that takes the biggest creative swings, and it sticks the landing on looks alone.

6. Anta KT4 (2018)

Coming in at number six, the KT4 is one of the most underrated shoes in the entire line. This colorway makes a strong case for it right away. A blacked-out knit upper sits on top of one of the most eye-catching midsoles Anta has ever produced.

That gradient heel unit fading from royal blue to hot pink is genuinely stunning. The sock-like knit construction wraps the foot beautifully and requires almost no break-in time out of the box.

Performance-wise, the KT4 brought a premium feel that surprised a lot of people who had slept on the line. It deserves way more recognition than it typically gets in these conversations.

5. Anta KT5 (2019)

At number 5, the KT5 is the most consistent and reliable shoe the line has ever produced. This colorway shows off the design confidence Anta had developed by this point.

A blacked-out knit upper is loaded with subtle purple speckle detailing throughout. The hexagonal outsole fades beautifully from red to blue, giving it a futuristic look that still holds up today. That blue heel counter jutting out from the back is a bold finishing touch.

On court, the KT5 was praised across the board for its reliable traction, smooth cushioning, and zero weaknesses. If you want to understand what the KT line is all about, this is the purest version of it.

4. Anta KT3 (2017)

At number 4, the KT3 is the shoe that changed everything for this line. This colorway says it all. A head-to-toe orange knit construction fades from bright red down to a clean white outsole.

It is loud, confident, and impossible to ignore. Klay’s signature sits on the heel in a subtle but personal touch. The KT3 was the first model in the line to introduce a full knit upper, and it was a turning point for how people viewed Anta as a brand.

The fingerprint traction pattern that debuted here went on to define the next several models. A genuinely historic shoe in the context of this line.

3. Anta KT7 (2021)

At number 3, the KT7 is the most technically loaded shoe in the entire line. This “Los Angeles Sunset” colorway might be the most beautiful Anta has ever produced.

A soft pink gradient upper fades from blush at the top down to an icy baby blue outsole. The black midsole stripe cutting through the middle adds just the right amount of contrast. It looks like a painting of a California sunset, and it absolutely works.

Beyond the looks, the KT7 packed nitrogen foam, a 3D Hug support system, and a carbon fiber torsion plate into one package. Reviewers called it the elite of the elite for Anta basketball shoes.

2. Anta KT10 (2024)

At number two, the KT10 is the shoe that finally made the mainstream sneaker world pay attention to this line. This colorway is futuristic and confident.

A silver metallic upper fades into a deep royal blue heel, with that oversized cushioning pod glowing underneath. The NitroEdge plate engraved right into the midsole is a clean detail that ties the whole look together.

On court, reviewers called it the best basketball shoe of 2024 regardless of brand. Elite traction, bouncy responsive foam, and a support system that works for any position or play style.

1. Anta KT9 (2023)

At number 1, the KT9 is the best shoe Klay Thompson has ever put his name on. This white and powder blue colorway is the perfect representation of what makes it so special.

It is clean, confident, and effortless looking. The ribbed upper with subtle blue detailing gives it a premium feel that punches well above its price point.

That icy blue cushioning pod in the heel is just a preview of what’s happening underfoot. Reviewers across the board called the nitrogen foam the closest thing to Nike Zoom they had ever tested from a non-Nike brand.

Traction was elite on any surface, stability was best in class, and the fit was dialed in perfectly. The KT9 is the signature line at its absolute peak.

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