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Cody Johnson claims that if all goes as planned, he and his wife Brandi are just about three months away from welcoming their third child and first baby boy into their family. The couple announced the big news back in May when they stepped onto the red carpet for the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards. While posing for photos, it was evident that Brandi had a baby bump showing through her silky gown.
According to Johnson, this surprise red carpet announcement was all his idea.
“Jessie, my publicist, best publicist in the world. She’s like, ‘We need to figure out a way to release this.’ And I was like, ‘I think when she shows up at the ACMs and she looks like she’s smuggling a volleyball in her dress, it’s gonna be pretty obvious’… what better way to do it,” the Texas native told host Cody Alan on SiriusXM’s The Highway.
That same night, he also dropped the news that they are expecting a son. The couple are already parents to two daughters – Clara Mae, born in 2015, and Cori, who arrived in 2017, meaning this will be the first little boy to join their family.
Inside The Big Night
Cody Johnson appeared to be overjoyed to learn the gender, but he was more excited about the fact that their little one got to be a part of that memorable night. Johnson went into the 2025 ACM Awards the most nominated Texas artist with seven nods, which marks the most ACM nominations he’s received in one single year. He was also tied with Morgan Wallen for the most nominations of any male artist this year. In the end, he took home the win for Song of the Year for his song “Dirt Cheap.”
“He’ll grow up and be like, “Oh, I was there.” I’m like, “Yeah, you were there when I won Song of the Year,” Johnson said of his baby boy. “But we’re extremely happy. October 25th is kind of our projected, but we’ll see. This, you know, it never really goes as planned.”
The Moment Johnson Learned Of The Pregnancy
Before the world knew about their big secret, Brandi had to come up with a way to tell her other half. Johnson explained that the clever way she went about it was simple yet effective and allowed them to celebrate as a family.
“So Brandi did this weird thing where she was like, she texted me, she ran to town and she’s like, ‘Hey, can you come out to the barn and help me unload my truck?’ And I was like, ‘Okay.’ Like, you know, I go out there and it’s this like little bitty box and I’m like, ‘You 100% could have done this yourself.’ And so I unload the box and she’s like, ‘Oh, and I do have one more thing in there if you can get that.’ And I’m like, ‘Okay.’ It’s this little bitty box,” Johnson recalled. “I unload it and I’m trying to figure out what’s going on. And she’s like, ‘Oh, by the way, here you can have this too.’ And it was a pregnancy test.”
Telling Their Girls
After the initial shock settled in, Cody Johnson says his first thought was when they were going to let their girls in on the exciting news. It turned out that he wasn’t the only one who was beyond excited about their upcoming arrival.
“I’m like, ‘Are we gonna tell the girls? Like, when do we tell them? Are we waiting?’ You know. And Clara, my oldest, we call her the cry police because if you ever like tear up over a movie or something, she’ll look you up and down. She’s like, ‘Are you crying?’…yeah, I was crying…And she burst into tears, happy though, ‘Oh my God, I’m gonna be a big sister.’ And then Cori does it too, so that’s awesome.”
He continued, “They’re all, they keep calling it our baby. ‘Well when our baby gets here, when our baby we are.’ And I’m like, ‘This is not a we, y’all are still kids.’ But then it hit me. I’ve built in babysitters. Clara’s 10, Cori’s eight. So like, this boy is screwed.”
Daydreaming About Life With A Little Boy
The “I’m Gonna Love You” singer is already daydreaming about all the stuff he’s gonna get to do with their little boy. Growing up, he says he didn’t have the chance to live the cowboy life right away, so now that the baby’s being born into right onto a ranch, he’s pumped to get to share that way of life with his son.
“I didn’t get to live the cowboy life for a long time. I had to kind of earn my way to the point where I could afford to say, ‘We’re gonna go buy a ranch and we’re doing this,’” Johnson explained. “So the fact that he’s gonna be born on, you know, into a cattle ranch, that’s gonna be cool, man. He’s gonna be the little, I promise you, the little buckaroo riding around with six shooters on.”
Cody Johnson and his wife’s love story began back when they were teenagers. She actually spotted him first, back when he was still riding bulls, and it took a few years before he noticed her and they finally met. Once they did, things moved fast. They moved in together just a month after their first date and got engaged a year later. They’ve been married since 2008.
The country superstar is currently on the road, with a slew of dates in the fall, two of which fall on the weekend of their baby’s due date. However following an October 31 show in Gonzales, LA, Johnson only has two more dates on the books for 2025, leaving him plenty of time to spend at home as they adjust to becoming a family of five.
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Walker Hayes has found himself to be at a turning point in his life where he’s still figuring out how to raise his house full of kids while simultaneously battling with the emotions that came with losing his father. He reveals that these two experiences have forced him to reflect on moments that have shaped not just his outlook on his life journey, but also his latest set of music.
“I think you can tell I’m in the middle of losing my dad and raising kids. I’m at that corner of the road in life when you’re looking back on your childhood – you can see it as clear as you ever have – but you’re looking down the barrel of raising kids and keeping your family together,” he shared honestly in a new Instagram post.
As a result of this current journey that Hayes is working his way through, he has built a brand-new album that he says is “very reflective” of his past, present and future and the new perspective he’s discovered through this chapter of reflection.
“The songs have this ‘in retrospect’ feeling, and then also, ‘what does the future look like? How do I do this?”
His new album, 17 Problems, is set to drop August 22 via RCA Records. This collection of songs is expected to be made up of unfiltered stories and raw emotions that stem from personal trials and triumphs in Walker Hayes’ life. He’s caught between feeling closer to his past and facing the weight of an uncertain future and rather than deliver a polished highlight reel, 17 Problems embraces the doubts, memories, and the tough questions.
The first taste of that the project arrived with “17 Year Old Problems,” a stripped-down, emotional track that finds the Alabama native looking back on his teenage years and the problems that now seem so menial.
This marked the first new music from Hayes so far this year, and there’s plenty more on the way. The remaining 15 tracks are still under wraps, but he’s made it clear how grateful he is for the collaborators who helped bring the project to life.
“So grateful for all the writers that contributed to this project. I’m not the easiest writer to write with,” he joked in a new post. “but all of these folks were extremely patient and contributed so much to each of these songs. It was extremely difficult to narrow down the final 17 but I love every one on this project. Creating with people constantly reminds me how creative God is. Write a song with someone and you will learn so much about each other. So much gratitude for kindred spirits that wake up wanting to chase a song every single day. It is torture at times but we are suckers for the pain. Big shout to the writers! 🙏💪”
Walker Hayes is currently serving as direct support on Brad Paisley’s Truck Still Works World Tour, with dates running through August 3.
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Post Malone and Jelly Roll are inviting fans to relive the magic of Post Malone Presents: The BIG ASS Stadium Tour with the release of a brand-new live music video for their duet, “Losers.”
The pair just released the clip, which was filmed during the tour’s stop in Seattle, Washington on June 26. Fans can be seen singing along in the audience as the pair delivers the uplifting live performance. Additional clips from backstage and outside the venue are interspersed throughout the video. Click below to watch.
This trek was Post’s biggest tour yet, with record-breaking ticket sales and attendance, headline stops at iconic U.S. stadiums, and over $170 million in gross revenue. He also set the record for the highest-grossing single-day event in Idaho history.
After the tour wrapped at San Francisco’s Oracle Park, Jelly Roll took a moment to share his gratitude for Post Malone in a heartfelt Instagram post.
“Dear Austin, I say this on stage in some way every night, but man, being on this tour with you has been unreal,” he began. “I have never had more fun in my life. The energy of the people is incredible. You can feel the love reverberate around the stadium every night. And that’s a testament to the spirit you embody and what you’ve done. I am honored to be opening up for you every night, I’m honored to call you brother and blessed to watch you perform every night.”
He went on to praise his friend for allowing others to feel seen.
“The genuine gratitude you have for everything is infectious. The world is yours young man, keep kicking its ass for the rest of us. You are making all your fellow outcasts and losers proud Posty. Thank you [for] the opportunity, I don’t take it for granted so I laugh, dance and sing from the soul every night,” he concluded.
“Losers” is featured on Post Malone’s debut country project, F-1 Trillion, which arrived on August 16, 2024. The song is an anthem for the underdogs of the world.
“This one’s for the Losers/ The outcasts and the sinners/ The ain’t-never-been-no-winners/ Let’s hear it for the losers/ Ain’t got nowhere to fit in/ There’s a place you can always get in (oh, oh/ You might be lonely, but you’re never alone/ You’re right here where you’re supposed to be/ Right here with all the losers/ The ones like you/ And the ones like me,” they sing.
F-1 Trillion also features collaborations with Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, ERNEST, Lainey Wilson, Blake Shelton, and more.
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Lady A’s Hillary Scott is officially a mom of four! According to People.com, Hillary and her husband, Chris Tyrrell, welcomed daughter Selah Jean, on Friday, July 25.
Following her birth, the couple told the publication, “We are over the moon to introduce you to Selah Jean! She was born 7/25/25.”
Selah Jean joins big sisters Eisele Kaye, 12, and twins, Emory JoAnn and Betsy Mack, 7.
“She has filled our hearts with joy and her sisters are already the BEST helpers,” they added.
Of her unique name, Hillary, 39, and Chris, told People, “Her name means ‘pause and reflect’ and ‘god is gracious,’ and in the few short days she’s been here with us, we can already see that she embodies both of those phrases.”
Hillary announced her pregnancy in mid-February on social media, revealing that her fourth daughter was on the way.
“Chris, Eisele, Emory, Betsy, and I are overjoyed to report that this summer our family will be made complete with the most precious little SISTER joining the family. I’m dusting off that Maternity bin from the storage room ONE more time,” she wrote.
In the message, signed ‘Tyrrell Family of SIX,’ she expressed her gratitude to God and her husband for helping raise their four little girls.
“4 daughters. 🥰 We are thankful that God has entrusted us with a household of little ladies, and I couldn’t be happier that my husband continues his streak as the absolute BEST girl dad, in my opinion,” she wrote. “We have been looking forward to this day and covet your prayers for a continued safe and healthy journey getting her here.”
Throughout her pregnancy, HIllary documented her growing belly on social media, sharing sweet snapshots with her husband and children. In addition to playing a few shows with her Lady A beandmates while pregnant, Hillary also enjoyed a family babymoon in Florida, where they visited six parks in four days, including Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom, Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios.
“So many laughs, very few tears, and countless JOY and blessings all around! My Mama’s heart is overflowing—and now we settle in to summer break and awaiting the arrival of sweet little sister,” she wrote reflecting on their family vacation.
Now, Hillary will enjoy time with her newborn daughter until Lady A embarks on their first-ever Christmas tour. The just-announced trek will kick off December 5 and Atlanta, Georgia and run through December 23, with a trio of shows at Nashville’s famed Ryman Auditorium.
The tour is in support of Lady A’s On This Winter’s Night: Volume 2, set to release on Sept. 26. Serving as both a companion and refresh of the original On This Winter’s Night, the new album and tour will feature holiday favorites and brand-new festive originals.
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On July 26, Jason Aldean took the stage at the Utah First Credit Union Amphitheater in Salt Lake City as part of his current headline run, the Full Throttle world tour. As the night came to a close, Aldean treated fans to a rare and special moment by inviting his two youngest children, Memphis, 7, and Navy, 6, up on stage for a final goodbye.
A clip of this heartwarming moment was captured and shared to TikTok by 93.3 The Bull, giving fans a glimpse into the personal side of the country star’s tour life on the road. In the video, Aldean is seen holding his kids close while encouraging the massive crowd to cheer for his special guests. Both Memphis and Navy gave a shy wave to the fans before Aldean scooped them up and led them offstage.
Also waiting in the wings was Aldean’s wife, Brittany, who was captured in another fan video watching the sweet family moment unfold. With his children safely by her side, Aldean turned back to the audience for one last wave as his band’s powerful guitar and drum solos faded, signaling the official end of the show.
@933thebull @Jason Aldean brings his kids out on stage in Salt Lake City with 93.3 The Bull #jasonaldean #utah #concert ♬ original sound – 93.3 The Bull
This was a rare moment for the country star as his children aren’t often seen joining him on stage. Aldean’s other half also gave fans a peek into their life on the road with a carousel of photos on Instagram from their recent “western weekend.” Among the images was a heartfelt shot of their children sharing the stage with their dad at another show, showcasing the close-knit family relationship they have on and off the stage.
Jason Aldean has made it known that family is a top priority in his life and he’s lucky enough to often have them out on the road with him. As the kids grow older, the “Whiskey Drink” singer says they are starting to have a better n understanding of his life as a country star.
During a recent interview on The Bobby Bones Show, he opened up about this topic, and joked that despite his nationwide success, he will always be just “dad” to Memphis and Navy.
“I think they get it. I think it’s just different. I mean when they’re your kids, I mean your dad, you may do something cool, but at the end of the day they don’t care,” he told the show’s host, Bobby Bones.
This honest reflection shows how Aldean has learned to balance his role as a father with his life in the spotlight. He also expressed his hope that his children will one day appreciate the life and work he’s put in to set them up for the best possible futures.
“They don’t know any different, to them it’s very normal and whatever. So I hope they think I’m cool and part of the legacy I want to leave is for them and their families and all that stuff. And so if they don’t think it’s cool yet, I hope they will at some point,” he added.
The Georgia native recently announced the expansion of his Full Throttle tour into 2026, with new dates added across New Zealand and Australia.
The international leg will kick off on February 19, 2026 at Spark Arena in Auckland. From there, he will deliver six Australian headlining shows across Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, and more with Corey Kent serving as a special guest.
Jason Aldean’s next stop on the tour will take place at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, on Thursday, August 7.
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The Most Surprising Musical Friendships
Musicians: they’re just like us. They have friendships, fallouts, romances, and make small talk at parties. When it comes to the music industry, it’s always been quite small, which makes it inevitable for the world’s biggest acts to meet, become friends, and – if we’re lucky – collaborate. Below are just some of these surprising musical friendships – from fleeting, backstage hangs to longtime creative partnerships.
Ed Sheeran and Taylor Swift
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Don’t let Sheeran’s look of excited bewilderment fool you, the musical friendship between Ed and Taylor Swift is well documented – from the Folklore star donning an “I <3 Ed” shirt at Sheeran’s 2013 Madison Square Garden show, to the British singer-songwriter supporting Swift on her 2013 tour, to their hilarious banter on social media. Swift perhaps put it best when she told Rolling Stone that Sheeran “is the James Taylor to my Carole King and I can’t imagine a time when he wouldn’t be.”
Lil Wayne and Travis Barker
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When he’s not touring with pop-punk stalwarts blink-182, Travis Barker is rap’s favorite drummer, and Weezy is no exception. Along with sharing their passion for ink, the two are longtime friends and collaborators since 2005. The pair reunited almost 15 years later to launch Barker’s imprint, DTA Records, with the single “Gimme Brain” featuring Rick Ross.
Marc Bolan and Elton John
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While T. Rex’s Marc Bolan only relaxed in Elton John’s grand piano on special occasions, the two artists were great pals in the British rock scene. Elton joined T. Rex on their 1971 Top Of The Pops appearance and penned the song “I’m Going To Be A Teenage Idol” about the glam rocker in 1973. In between that, they were featured in the Ringo Starr-directed concert film, Born To Boogie (pictured here).
Teddy Pendergrass, Meat Loaf, and Debbie Harry
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Did Meat Loaf tell Debbie Harry and Teddy Pendergrass what he wouldn’t do for love? These three disparate artists were brought together through the magic of film – 1980’s Roadie, to be exact. The comedy, which was Meat Loaf’s first starring role, featured a trove of cameos – including one by Harry’s band, Blondie. Pendergrass, meanwhile, contributed the Top 5 R&B hit, “Can’t We Try” to the film’s fantastic soundtrack.
Chuck Berry and Bo Diddley
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Chuck Berry and Bo Diddley were both pioneering artists who transformed the blues into rock’n’roll in the 50s. They were also two of the greatest guitar players – ever. In 1964, the axe-masters teamed up for Two Great Guitars, just one of the highlights of their musical friendships.
Ludacris, Prince, and Dave Chapelle
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While any fan of The Chapelle Show knows that Dave and Prince go way back (and that they both enjoy a mean game of basketball), one really wonders what Ludacris and Prince were discussing at this 2007 NBA All-Star game. In an interview following Prince’s death, however, Ludacris talked about kicking it with the iconic artist: “The thing that a lot of people don’t know was how great his sense of humor was.” Based on Prince’s coy smile in this photo, it looks like the admiration was mutual.
Katy Perry and Rihanna
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For much of the 2010s, Katy Perry and Rihanna not only dominated the pop charts, but were also the best of friends – vacationing together, inseparable at award shows, and attending each other’s concerts. Rihanna even threw Perry a bachelorette party ahead of her marriage to comedian Russell Brand. While they’ve each embarked on their own pop paths, is it too late for a collab?
Michael Jackson and Steven Tyler
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While schmoozing at Studio 54, Michael Jackson and Steven Tyler could have come up with the ultimate dance anthem: “Moon Walk This Way.” Though that was clearly a missed opportunity, this photo is a prime example of the magic of the fabled NYC club: it could bring together two people who had very little in common – other than fame. Thus, Michael (who was then a squeaky-clean member of the Jackson 5) was hanging out with the frontman of Aerosmith (in all of his rock’n’roll debauchery), and they’re flanked by Studio 54 owner Steve Rubell and Cherrie Currie of the Runaways, to boot.
John Lennon, Harry Nilsson, Alice Cooper, Micky Dolenz, and Anne Murray
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During John Lennon’s 18-month “Lost Weekend” period, he relocated to Los Angeles, where he reconnected with his good friend, collaborator, and soon-to-be roommate, Harry Nilsson. Lennon quickly became an honorary member of “The Hollywood Vampires” – a celebrity drinking club founded by Alice Cooper. Members like Ringo Starr, and The Monkees’ Micky Dolenz frequented Hollywood hot spots, including the Rainbow Room and The Troubadour. On this particular night, the Vampires caught a set from Canadian pop singer Anne Murray, who was likely quite shocked, when she saw her celebrity-filled audience.
John Lee Hooker, Willie Dixon, and Joe Cocker
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While blues legend John Lee Hooker made no secret about his love for “Whiskey & Wimmen,” he also loved collaborating with other artists. Here he is, doing a bit of both – with fellow blues pioneer Willie Dixon and British blues-rocker, Joe Cocker (who grew up idolizing both artists).
Freddie Mercury and Barbara Valentin
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Freddie Mercury had some of the best times in his life in Munich – throwing decadent parties, recording his solo debut, Mr. Bad Guy, and meeting a trove of new friends, including Austrian actress Barbara Valentin. When it came time to shoot the video for Queen’s “It’s a Hard Life,” Freddie invited Valentin to be a part of the cast – as seen in this on-set polaroid.
Boy George and R.E.M.’s Michael Stipe
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“Do you really want to hurt me, Michael?”
“Everybody hurts, sometimes, George.”
Pete Townshend and Toots Hibbert
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In the late 60s, Jamaican band Toots and the Maytals were instrumental in popularizing reggae and ska music across the world. In the mid-70s they joined rock giants The Who on their North American tour. Based on this backstage photo of Pete Townshend and Toots Hibbert, it looks like the two bands – both at the zeniths of their careers – were having the time of their lives.
Snoop Dogg and 2Pac Shakur
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Along with Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg and 2Pac were “two of the best from the Westside” and ran the rap game in the 90s. Snoop says Pac taught him “a different kind of work ethic,” but also passed him his first joint, igniting two opposing forces that would shape the course of Snoop’s career.
Cher, Elton John, and Diana Ross
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While Cher, Elton John, and Diana Ross never did form a Divas Live-style supergroup, this glorious 1975 photo captures the giddy trio at the inaugural (and short-lived) Rock Music Awards ceremony. Elton and Diana co-hosted the raucous awards ceremony, while Cher presented Elton with the Outstanding Rock Personality of the Year award. If anything, this photo proves just how fun – and outrageous – the 70s really were.
Clarence Clemons and George Clinton
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Though E-Street Band sax man Clarence Clemons was never part of the P-Funk universe, you can tell the two were kindred spirits. They also had several bandmates in common: one of Clemons’ earliest gigs was with a New Jersey group Tyrone Ashley’s Funky Music Machine – which featured three of P-Funk’s future founding members.
Herb Alpert and Louis Armstrong
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Both legends in their own right, Herb Alpert and Louis Armstrong performed together countless times over the years. “It was easy to love Satchmo,” said Alpert. “You didn’t have to know a thing about music, all you had to do was be alive.”
Slash and Rod Stewart
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Rod is God and Slash is Slash. When you can go by a single moniker, that’s how you know you’re in good company.
Paul Young, Iggy Pop, Rick James, and David Bowie
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David Bowie and Iggy Pop’s relationship is one of the most fruitful and famous musical friendships in history, gifting us The Idiot and Lust for Life and later Bowie’s Tonight and Never Let Me Down, but just imagine the possibilities if they got Rick James on board for a seriously funky-punk mashup?
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Mariah Carey is out here dodging birthdays and hyping her next album like aging ain’t even a thing. The 56-year-old icon sat down with Harper’s Bazaar UK and basically said Father Time can kick rocks.
“I don’t allow it – it just doesn’t happen,” she said with a grin. “I don’t know time. I don’t know numbers. I do not acknowledge time – I have a new song that starts with that line…”
She’s got her 16th studio album, Here for It All, dropping September 26, and while she’s been in the game for decades, Mariah’s still on her own wavelength.
And if you thought she was gonna play it humble, think again. When asked which artist she looks up to the most, she didn’t even flinch.
“I’m going to have to go with me!” she laughed. And, love her or not, she still cares what people say about her music.
“It’s nice when people say good things and give you a good response, and then if they don’t like it, and they don’t say good things, you have to be able to push that away, let that go, you know? Because why, at this point in my life, would I really be worried about that stuff?”
She also broke down how she deals with the constant public attention. Spoiler: she doesn’t bother with wigs or shades.
“It’s part of my job. What’s the point of a disguise? Just get up, get dressed, go out. If I don’t want to be seen, I’ll stay home,” she said.
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Joyner Lucas was distinctly unimpressed after hearing Skepta’s third diss track aimed at him Monday night (July 28), calling it “easily the worst one” and brushing it off as background noise while plugging his new album.
Dropping “#JuniorsLaw,” Skepta labeled the clash “Easiest clash I ever had #JuniorsLaw OUT NOW,” taking shots at Lucas for “Cosplaying gangster rappers” and accusing him of using the beef to push his album.
He also name-dropped battle rap heavyweights from both sides of the pond, including Hitman Holla, Arsonal and Shotty Horroh to boost his lyrical credibility.
However, Lucas wasn’t impressed.
“Just heard it. No b#######, this one is easily the worst one I heard out of the 3 skippy. Especially the first half. [trash can emoji] Give it up,” he posted.
In a video shared on social media, Lucas gave a live reaction to the track. “I’m over here minding my business, living my best life, and I guess Skippy dropped a new song,” he began. “I guess the n#### just don’t want to die. But I’m a listen to it and I want y’all to listen to this s### with me. If it’s fire, I might respond; you kinda have to. If it’s trash, I’m not responding, I’m just gone end this s###.”
Joyner Lucas Lights A Candle For Skepta
Before even diving into the lyrics, Lucas lit a candle, joking it was for a vigil. As the beat kicked in, he cracked, “That s### sound like some Power Rangers s### already.”
He didn’t make it far before dismissing the production as “horrible” and Skepta’s bars as “trash.” Lucas also took aim at British rap fans, questioning their standards for lyricism.
He ended the video early before lighting his candle. “it’s over skippy,” he wrote. “ADHD 2 out now bruv. Try Trinidad James or suttin.”
it’s over skippy. ADHD 2 out now bruv. Try Trinidad James or suttin.
@Skepta pic.twitter.com/JC6OcJDuH7
— Joyner Lucas (@JoynerLucas) July 29, 2025
This is the third round in a back-and-forth that started when Skepta dropped “Friendly Fire,” calling Lucas a “joke” and questioning his place in U.S. Hip-Hop. Lucas fired back with “Nobody Cares,” mocking Skepta’s career and ties to Drake.
Skepta responded with “Round 2,” boasting about his triple platinum status in the States and mocking Lucas for rapping in third person. Lucas countered with “ROUND 2KO,” and now Skepta has returned with “#JuniorsLaw.”
Skepta’s own review of Lucas’ tracks? “Both his tracks were horrible [vomit emoji]. But his first track was best out the 2.”
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