Rapper Hurricane Chris has called out 50 Cent, accusing the New York rapper and entrepreneur of exploiting his hometown of Shreveport, Louisiana. Following the “Humor & Harmony” music and comedy festival hosted by 50 Cent, Hurricane Chris took to social media on August 18 to express his frustration, alleging that the event overlooked local talent while favoring outsiders.
In a heated Instagram post, Hurricane Chris questioned how someone like 50 Cent, who is a prominent figure in hip-hop, could host an event in Louisiana without involving local legends. “How can you throw a concert in Louisiana and not book any Louisiana legends or put money in their pockets?” Chris said. He went on to accuse 50 Cent of prioritizing police payments over investing in the local community, saying, “You paid the police a half a million dollars and could’ve invested that into the youth.”
The Shreveport rapper further criticized 50 Cent’s inner circle, claiming that many of those involved in organizing the event are from New York and have little understanding of Shreveport’s needs. In his caption, Chris wrote, “The people around 50 Cent are from New York, even the ones who live in Shreveport.
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They are gatekeeping and blocking opportunities for those who could actually make a difference here.” He added that his city is struggling with poor education, daily violence, and disconnected youth, all of which he believes could be addressed with the right investments.
Hurricane Chris also challenged 50 Cent to learn more about the community and its issues, suggesting that those advising him are out of touch with Shreveport’s realities. Despite his criticism, Chris acknowledged that he respects 50 Cent’s business acumen, but he believes the rapper is being misled by people who do not have the community’s best interests at heart.
The post sparked a debate in the comments, with some fans pointing out that Louisiana artists like Fredo Bang and Master P were present at the festival. However, Chris dismissed these arguments, insisting that Shreveport has its own artists who deserve recognition. In response, 50 Cent trolled Hurricane Chris, leading to another round of exchanges between the two rappers.
The situation highlights ongoing tensions between national figures and local artists when it comes to representing and supporting regional talent. As the debate continues, it remains to be seen whether 50 Cent will respond to Hurricane Chris’s challenge to engage more deeply with Shreveport’s community.
