Aqualaskin Fires Shots
Within a blink of an the hip-hop scene ignited as Aqualaskin took direct shots at industry heavyweights Slap Dee and the Apa Ili So gang. The release of “Bladi Spoti,” saw Aqualaskin deliver sharp lyrical jabs that fans and critics immediately identified as shots aimed at Slap Dee and the Apa Ili So gang.
What really caused this aggressive approach from Aqualaskin?, For years, Aqualaskin has been vocal about his frustrations with the industry’s power structure. On ThatZED Podcast He has publicly blamed Slap Dee for the downfall of hip-hop, arguing that the veteran rapper has not done enough to uplift younger artists. As regards to the Apa Ili So Gang, the motive behind the shots is believed to be internal.
“Bladi Spoti” saw Aqualaskin’s aggressive side, fans see this as a necessary competitive move to revitalize the culture. The track is being hailed as a “full activation” of Zambian hip-hop, breaking the long-standing silence of artists who were previously afraid to mention their opps.
Aqualaskin represents a new and more aggressive wave that refuses to stay humble.
Will either the king or the Apa Ili So gang respond? Did Aqualaskin choose his cards right?
