Boosie Badazz isn’t one to shy away from expressing his opinions, and he’s done it again. In a recent Instagram Live session that took place on Sunday (August 13), the artist behind the hit “Wipe Me Down” took a bold stance, claiming that R. Kelly would have outperformed Michael Jackson in a Verzuz battle. This statement has sparked quite the debate among music enthusiasts and fans.
During the live session, Boosie confidently asserted, “Nobody got more hits than R. Kelly. You gon’ have to put him in a Verzuz with Spotify. He would dog Michael Jackson.” The rapper didn’t hold back, emphasizing that he believed R. Kelly’s catalog of hits surpasses even that of the legendary Michael Jackson. He challenged the audience with questions like, “How many Michael Jackson songs you know and how many R. Kelly songs you know?” Clearly, Boosie’s perspective was firmly in favor of R. Kelly’s musical prowess.
Boosie’s conviction in his opinion was evident as he continued, “That n**ga would smoke Michael, real talk. Ain’t nobody got more hits than Kellz.” He also acknowledged the complexities surrounding R. Kelly’s current situation, suggesting that people might not be fully honest about his talents due to the controversies he’s been involved in.
This isn’t the first time Boosie has defended R. Kelly. In June of 2022, when R. Kelly was sentenced to 30 years following his conviction on s*x trafficking and racketeering charges, Boosie publicly voiced his dissent. Comparing R. Kelly’s sentence to those given for other crimes, Boosie pointed out that while R. Kelly’s actions were undeniably wrong, they didn’t involve murder or aggravated rape. He also placed some blame on the parents of the individuals involved.
Boosie’s plea for a reconsideration of R. Kelly’s sentence was met with controversy and mixed reactions. He argued for a balance between consequences and the possibility of rehabilitation, suggesting that a shorter sentence could provide R. Kelly with an opportunity to make a positive impact by warning young girls about potential predators.
As Boosie continues to share his perspectives on various topics, his recent claims about R. Kelly’s hypothetical Verzuz battle with Michael Jackson have certainly ignited conversations about the artists’ legacies and the subjective nature of comparing their musical achievements.