Bow Wow is making waves with his latest social media outburst, claiming that several rappers owe him money, per HipHopDX. On Thursday (May 30), the rapper and actor took to X (formerly Twitter) with a fiery post, hinting at an imminent exposé of those indebted to him.

 

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“yo! yall think 50 [Cent] gotta long list of rappers owing him money??!!! IMA START NAMING RAPPERS THAT OWE ME AND BEEN RUNNING OFF WITH THE PAPE FOR 3 yrs!” Bow Wow declared. He referenced his role in the 2002 basketball film, adding, “Dont let that like mike sh-t fool you! I WANT MY MONEY!!!! ima start naming u n-ggas.”

This statement mirrors 50 Cent’s notorious reputation for publicly calling out debtors like Diddy, Irv Gotti, and Jeezy. Bow Wow seems poised to follow in those controversial footsteps, ready to air his grievances and settle old scores.

Despite Bow Wow's assertive claims, he himself has faced accusations of financial misconduct. Last year, a ten-year-old girl's family sued him for $15,000, alleging that he accepted payment for a feature but never delivered. The lawsuit claimed the girl sent Bow Wow $3,000 via Cash App, but he failed to fulfill his promise, leading to damages totaling $15,000 including costs and attorney fees.

Bow Wow denied these allegations, stating on social media, “D pippin done got yall again huh? [laughing emoji] i dont conduct business on apps. I do NOT use or have cash app. So if you aint call management and send a wire .. you def was NOT dealing w me.” He advised fans to be cautious about who they send money to online, asserting this was the third time someone impersonated him for financial gain.

A History of Financial Drama

Ironically, Bow Wow's history with financial disputes isn't new. Back in 2019, he found himself owing money to none other than 50 Cent. The drama began when comedian Lil' Duval called out Bow Wow for using 50 Cent's cash to shower strippers at Atlanta’s Allure club. 50 Cent joined the fray, confirming that Bow Wow owed him money from that night and even told his producer Jermaine Dupri that he's barred him from partying with 50.

Bow Wow retaliated, insisting he didn’t owe anyone money. He took to social media to post videos addressing the issue, defending his actions and trying to clear his name. Despite his efforts, the incident left a stain on his financial reputation.

Now, with his recent outburst, Bow Wow seems ready to turn the tables and put other rappers in the spotlight for their financial failings. The question remains whether he will follow through on his threats or if this is merely a bluff to draw attention.

Fans and critics alike are watching closely, waiting to see if Bow Wow will indeed name names and hold his debtors accountable. The potential fallout could be significant, adding another chapter to his tumultuous career in the rap game. Whether he can leverage this moment to his advantage or it backfires remains to be seen.

In the world of hip-hop, where money and reputation often go hand in hand, Bow Wow's bold move could either cement his legacy as a formidable figure or further entangle him in controversy. Only time will tell if he will emerge victorious in this financial feud or if it will spark new rivalries and challenges in his journey.