Rick Ross on Pooh Shiesty/Gucci Mane Case

The hip-hop community is buzzing following the serious allegations that Pooh Shiesty may have kidnapped Gucci Mane in connection with a contract dispute. Amidst the uproar, veteran rapper Rick Ross has offered his thoughts, urging for a more business-minded approach rather than resorting to violence.

Ross’s Take: No Winners in This Scenario

Reacting to the news via his Instagram Story, Rick Ross expressed his disappointment, stating, “I don’t like it for either side.” He emphasized that Gucci Mane, also known as Guwop, “most definitely didn’t deserve that,” while also expressing a desire “not to see this for the little homie Pooh Shiesty.”

Ross specifically addressed the alleged motive behind the incident: using it to get Pooh Shiesty out of his contract with Gucci Mane’s 1017 Records. While this motive hasn’t been officially confirmed, Ross used the situation to highlight the importance of education and negotiation in the music business.

The Power of Negotiation

“This is when n***as got to be educated and understand. In business, you got to negotiate,” Ross advised. He elaborated on how artists should approach contract disputes, suggesting that if an artist’s value increases significantly, they should renegotiate terms rather than resorting to drastic measures. “If you signed for $100K and now you got 10 Ms on the table, it’s time to negotiate… Everybody wins, let’s go. That’s how it’s got to go.”

He firmly stated that trying to “muscle your way out of no s**t in no business” doesn’t work and applies to all parties involved. Ross believes that education and understanding business practices are crucial for aspiring artists to avoid such pitfalls.

Hopes for Future Success

Ross, who has a history of fostering relationships within the industry, shared his desire to see young Southern artists succeed. He recalled past efforts to mediate between artists like Yo Gotti and Guwop, aiming to plant seeds for future collaboration and understanding, even if immediate solutions weren’t possible.

His hope is for artists to eventually achieve financial success and potentially even tour together, like a CMG and 1017 tour. “When it comes to business, let’s negotiate. N***as can’t take [it to] the streets. N***a gon’ get a life sentence with that bulls**t. Let’s get to the B’s,” Ross concluded, emphasizing the severe consequences of resorting to illegal activities.