Things got heated on Instagram this week as legendary rapper Styles P called out Adam22 for what he perceived as a deeply insensitive joke about a new peace initiative. The target of Adam22’s humor? Bronx rapper Hocus 45th’s “Drop My Flag” challenge.
The “Drop My Flag” Initiative
Hocus 45th launched the “Drop My Flag” challenge with a powerful goal: to combat gang violence by encouraging unity and peace. It’s a movement aimed at inspiring positive change within communities often affected by conflict.
However, Adam22 shared a video where he seemingly mocked the initiative, making light of the idea of putting down flags associated with gang culture. His joke involved a bizarre scenario about being extorted and wanting to “live your truth.”
Styles P’s Fiery Response
Styles P did not hold back his outrage. He took to Instagram to express his disgust, directly addressing Adam22 and anyone associated with him. “Whoever is black and is homeboys with the goofy white boy who mocked putting down the flags for gang members,“ Styles P wrote, clearly incensed. “He must think yall b*tches !!!!.. better g – check that sh*t and tell him Shut his (devil / federal) mouth when he see black men trying to help black babies !!!”
The Ghost-Face Killer continued, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation and the potential harm Adam22’s actions could cause. “I usually stay away from talking about a lot of sh*t … but what he is trying to do and doing represents a different type of evil … yall brothers around him better g check that sh*t are you are even more responsible and accountable than he is .!!! If he don’t make an apology to the culture and race and actually mind his business from this point on every black men that stands with him or besides him is a f*cking coward !”
Adam22 Defends Himself
Adam22 eventually responded in the comments section, attempting to downplay the situation. He claimed it was “a joke about some gay sh*t some dudes did” and accused Hocus 45th of “clout chasing” by taking offense. He even referred to Styles P as “unc.”
However, Styles P was not swayed. He doubled down, stating, “I don’t give two sh*ts about what’s going on with you and hocus .. what you ain’t gonna do is have young kids thinking it ain’t cool to get on the straight and narrow.” He made it clear that his concern was for the message being sent to impressionable youth, not the personal drama between the two men.
What are your thoughts on this exchange between Styles P and Adam22? Do you think Adam’s joke was out of line? Share your perspective in the comments!