SlimeLife Shawty in the Spotlight: Testimony in the Young Thug Case Sparks Controversy
On Wednesday, SlimeLife Shawty became a significant talking point within the hip-hop community after taking the stand in the ongoing trial against Young Thug. In a moment that surprised many, the rapper admitted that he initially treated YSL (Young Stoner Life) as a gang upon joining. This admission, along with a reading of a redacted social media message, stirred confusion among the defense team, prompting them to request a mistrial based on Shawty’s testimony.
As with other artists who have testified in the YSL case, SlimeLife Shawty faced ridicule and mockery online in the aftermath. However, rather than remain silent, he decided to clap back, taking to his Instagram Stories to express his frustrations. He posted an ominous message that simply read, “Y’all so dumb,” before elaborating in a longer post, claiming that he did not snitch on Young Thug, despite his testimony. “Ain’t have to tell on nobody, duck n**ga,” he wrote, asserting that those who were happy about his situation were merely reveling in his struggles.
SlimeLife Shawty directed his comments toward specific individuals, threatening to tag them in a follow-up post, stating, “I can @ both u duck n**gas and make y’all remember.” After throwing out a few more threats, he attempted to shift the tone, concluding with a more positive note: “I’m chillin tho I luv you all.”
While SlimeLife Shawty may not be a household name for many outside the ongoing legal drama, his involvement in the YSL case has been significant. He was arrested alongside Young Thug and the rest of the YSL crew in 2022. Reports indicate that Shawty took a plea deal similar to that of fellow YSL artist Lil Duke, which resulted in their sentences being reduced to time served.
The reactions to Shawty’s testimony and subsequent social media activity have been mixed. Some Instagram users showed support for him and his claims of not snitching, while others suggested that his career might be over following these events. Once considered one of the most promising artists on the YSL label, Shawty’s future seems uncertain in light of the RICO charges that have plagued the label.
Joe Coscarelli, a reporter for the New York Times, noted that Shawty was among the artists with the most career momentum before the legal troubles emerged, second only to Gunna. Unlike Gunna, who has managed to maintain a successful career post-indictment due to his prior hits, SlimeLife Shawty may face a more challenging path to relevance.
As the trial continues, it remains to be seen how SlimeLife Shawty’s testimony and the surrounding controversy will affect his career moving forward. The hip-hop community will undoubtedly be watching closely as events unfold, eager to see if Shawty can reclaim his momentum or if the shadow of the YSL case will linger over his future.
