Quando Rondo Opens Up About Lil Durk’s Arrest and Reflects on King Von Feud
Earlier this week, DJ Akademiks sat down for an intense interview with Quando Rondo, where they covered a broad range of topics, including the recent arrest of Chicago rapper Lil Durk. The OTF leader was taken into custody last month, facing charges tied to an alleged murder-for-hire plot. The situation escalated when, just hours before Durk’s arrest, five other alleged OTF members were also detained. Authorities believe they were allegedly hired to kill Quando Rondo in what seemed to be an act of retaliation for the 2020 death of King Von.
The tension between King Von’s camp and Quando Rondo’s crew has been well-documented. In 2020, an altercation between the two groups ended in Von’s death, sparking a series of retaliatory actions and ongoing animosity. Durante’s interview highlighted the weight of these events on Quando’s perspective and hinted at regrets about how things have unfolded.
Reflecting on the history, Quando Rondo shared that the disputes, in his eyes, could have been settled differently—through music instead of alleged violence. “At the end of the day,” he expressed, “all this bullsht that we talkin’ about is stpid sht that could have been handled a totally different way. It could have been to the point that a song and three or four million dollars could have came out this sht.”
He emphasized that the rivalry, if managed differently, could have yielded mutual benefits. “It could have got handled in a legit way,” he noted. “In a music way.” This comment shed light on how the rapper now views the circumstances that have shaped his life and career. It’s a stark reminder of the potential losses that arise when conflicts spiral beyond control.
The interview took an unexpected turn when Akademiks used the term “devil’s advocate,” triggering a strong reaction from Quando Rondo. He made it clear that the phrase made him deeply uncomfortable. His response was swift and almost led to him exiting the interview. “Bro, I ain’t gonna lie, I promise you. You even just saying that devil’s name, I want to take these microphones off and walk out that door,” he said firmly. “I can’t let ya slide with that. This some devilish sh*t? Why’d you put the devil name in it, buddy? Boy I’m serious. You gotta take that back. Don’t lose the devils boy.”
The interview was a mix of raw emotion and insights into the turbulent life of Quando Rondo. His reflections underscored not only the ongoing struggles tied to his affiliations and past but also his realization of what could have been done differently. As fans and onlookers dissect this moment, it serves as a testament to the high stakes and dangers that come with fame and street alliances.
