It’s a lively day on social media as Yung Miami and Joe Budden engage in a playful exchange on X, formerly known as Twitter. The banter kicked off after Budden received a gold plaque from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for his iconic hit, “Pump It Up,” which was released 21 years ago, Complex reported.
Budden celebrates his milestone
“Look at me! Aww, look at that guy! Thank you, thank you! My s—,” Budden exclaimed as he joyfully unboxed his gold plaque in a video shared online. This moment has sparked a wave of reactions, including one from Yung Miami.
Miami’s playful shade
Miami didn’t hold back her laughter, posting six laughing emojis on a repost of Budden’s unboxing clip. Then, a user questioned her reaction.
“B—- cause I can laugh, h–!” she fired back at the user. This exchange only added fuel to the fire of Miami’s and Budden’s friendly rivalry.
“It would be too easy …” Budden teased, in response to Miami’s laughter.
Miami wasn’t done yet. She continued to poke fun, referencing past moments when Budden celebrated her perceived failures.
Miami reflects on her feuds
In a deeper moment, Miami expressed her frustration about “beefing with a whole bunch of men,” hinting at her previous conflicts with DJ Akademiks regarding her relationship with Diddy.
“I’m beefing with a whole bunch of men this is sad 😔 PROTECT BLACK WOMEN‼️‼️” she tweeted at the time.
She also addressed Budden’s comments about laughter being good for the soul, pointing out the hypocrisy in his laughter at her achievements.
“You don’t like the way it feels when someone laughs at your accomplishments, but it’s cool when you do it. It don’t feel good, right?” she replied.
What’s next for Budden and Miami?
As the playful banter continues, fans are eager to see if Budden will respond to Miami’s latest remarks. He hinted at possibly addressing the situation on his podcast, promising to “laugh [tomorrow].”
This exchange between Miami and Budden showcases the fun and competitive spirit of both artists, reminding us that even in the world of music, humor and camaraderie can thrive.