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LiAngelo Ball is enjoying plenty of success from his “Tweaker” single but it appears that the hooper-turned-rapper has been tweaking for another woman after he got exposed by his ex-girlfriend. Taking to social media, LiAngelo Balls’s ex and mother of his children claimed that GELO left her and their family while sharing he got another woman pregnant.
Nikki Mudarris, 34, also known as MissNikkiBaby on social media, took to her Instagram page in a now-deleted post and put LiAngelo Ball, 26, on complete blast.
“I see everyone has been sending me @gelo cheating on me. I want to clear this up and speak my truth. I am just as surprised as you are. We spent 3 ½ years together, and last week he decided to walk out on his kids and tell me he got someone else pregnant (allegedly) and now is creating a new life with her,” Mudarris wrote on her page last Saturday (Feb. 8).
She added, “The ultimate betrayal is not even the word. My daughter is not even 2 months old, and dealing with this and postpartum is very hard. Please pray for me and my healing because I will get through this. I have to be strong for my kids, but I have absolutely no words.”
Via her Instagram Story feed, Mudarris showed off a new fit and a hairdo, along with messages that make it clear she’s only focused on herself and the former couple’s young children, both of whom are under the age of 2. According to social media, Ball’s new girlfriend, Rashida Nicole, is all over social media addressing Mudarris while GELO has reportedly posted images of the pair online in a show of apparent defiance.
So far LiAngelo Ball, who is slated to perform at NBA All-Star Weekend, has yet to respond to Nikki Mudarris or her missives.
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Cam’ron’s response to LiAngelo Ball’s claim that he’s a better rapper than him? Classic Killa. The Harlem legend isn’t one to let slights slide, especially when it’s coming from someone he feels isn’t quite on his level. On his digital show, It Is What It Is, Cam went in depth, unleashing one of his signature, no-holds-barred clapbacks. He wasn’t holding back, either. “I’m not doing the Tito Jacksons anymore,” he said, referencing the less well-known members of the Jackson family, insinuating that he’s above engaging with someone he sees as a lesser talent.
The shot wasn’t just about LiAngelo’s rap skills—it was about the audacity of a basketball player-turned-rapper coming for the throne. Cam took a moment to get real about what he thought was behind Gelo’s comments, suggesting that the younger Ball might’ve had a few hits to the head from basketball—“I never seen a basketball player/rapper with CTE,” he said, mocking the idea that LiAngelo’s words were coming from anything other than brain trauma. After all, “There is no other way to explain his comments,” according to Cam.
This whole beef started back when Cam made some offhand remarks about LiAngelo and his brothers, Lamelo and Lonzo, which didn’t sit well with Gelo. He clapped back, saying Cam wasn’t even a top 10 rapper, and it’s been on ever since. With Gelo’s recent success in rap, it’s clear that he’s feeling more confident than ever to throw shots at the Harlem icon. But with Cam’s reputation for shut-downs, it’s anyone’s guess how long this back-and-forth will last.
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LiAngelo Ball’s beef with Cam’ron is one of the more unexpected but entertaining hip-hop storylines. It all started last year when LiAngelo, who had been trying to carve out his own lane in rap, made waves by claiming that Cam’ron wasn’t even a top-10 rapper. His bold statement was that, just like Cam never reached the top of the NBA, Cam didn’t reach the top of the rap game either. The shot didn’t go unnoticed, with Cam’ron firing back on his It Is What It Is Podcast, calling out LiAngelo and making light of his career aspirations.
Fast forward to today, and Gelo—who goes by G3 in the rap world—has had a breakout moment with his track ‘Tweaker’, a hit that has garnered attention and placed him in the spotlight. Recently, in an interview, G3 reflected on his past beef with Cam and doubled down on his belief that he’s a better rapper than the Dipset legend. With his recent success and a new deal with Def Jam Records, G3 feels his talent is finally being recognized, and he’s not backing down from his earlier statement.
It’s safe to say that the Ball family’s presence in sports and entertainment is undeniable, and G3 is out to prove that his skills as a rapper are just as strong as his athletic roots. As he continues his press runs, the world is now watching to see how his music career evolves and if he can truly outshine the established rap veterans he once clashed with.
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LiAngelo “Gelo” Ball has officially blessed us with the music video for “Tweaker”.The visual features Gelo cruising down the street in a drop-top, flanked by his brothers, Lonzo and LaMelo. The trio is vibing out to Gelo’s smooth 2000s-style anthem, a moment that feels almost like fate. This viral moment wouldn’t have happened without a little push from the fans, though. Gelo first previewed “Tweaker” on Neon’s streaming show, and after that, the internet went wild, begging him to release it.
The demand was undeniable, and when he dropped the track, the response was electric. The momentum didn’t stop there. Not long after the song’s success, Gelo secured a record deal with Def Jam, one of the biggest labels in the game, and earned a premium slot at Rolling Loud, one of the most prestigious music festivals in the world. Most artists grind for years to get that kind of exposure, but Gelo did it off a single—truly impressive.
Towards the end of the “Tweaker” video, Gelo teases his next single, which promises to be a club banger. With lyrics like “Baby, can you pleeeease, shake that a* for me”*, it’s safe to say we’ll be hearing this one on repeat. Get ready for the ladies to be on their feet, twerking to Gelo’s next hit.
Check out some of the reactions to LiAngelo Ball’s ‘Tweaker’ music video below.
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I might swerve and bend that corner whoaaaa. LiAngelo Ball has had the streets on fire with his 2005 Nelly, Country Grammar resurrection song, ‘Tweaker’. Once Gelo hopped on the streamer, Neon’s show, and previewed the song he instantly had the internet in a frenzy. Through all the memes, there was an audience that actually enjoyed the song. The nostalgia of it, and the triple layering of his vocals gave a Chamillionaire – esk feel to it.
Hot 107.9’s DJ Holiday, Devin Steel, & The Morning Hustle’s Kyle Santillian broke down why people on the internet went from trolling the song to actually enjoying it:
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Now that the record has its own legs, the record labels started calling. Def Jam Records has become the winner of the G3 bidding war. Landing the Ball Brother for $13 Million. Yup, you heard it right, 13 M’s. Not only is LiAngelo now a Def Jam artist, but Rolling Loud has given him a prime spot on the next festival. So make sure to bring your oversized white tee, bandage, & some timbs.
G3’s song “Tweaker” is nowhere near done blowing up. Even though he’s known for basketball, Gelo’s showing off his musical skills too. It’s clear that Gelo’s not just about hoops—he’s out here making moves in the rap game too. The track’s been getting love, and it’s no surprise he’s starting to make waves in the music world. The Cleveland Cavaliers’ locker room was blasting Gelo’s track “G3” while Donovan Mitchell was being interviewed. Players were all singing along, spitting the lyrics like they’d known the song for months. Mitchell couldn’t believe it, and jokingly said, “Yo, y’all already know the words? The song just dropped yesterday!”
Get your money Gelo, we ain’t mad atcha’.
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LiAngelo Ball and his new song “Tweaker” just got another co-sign. During a postgame interview after Milwaukee Bucks and San Antonio Spurs game Wednesday (Jan. 8), Bucks point guard and current consensus best rapper/athlete Damian Lillard was asked by Michael Eaves of ESPN what he felt about the record that’s taking the rap world by […]
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