According to DJ Akademiks, the second happened proper in the midst of YoungBoy’s efficiency. State Representative Ingo Willis, Fulton County Commissioner Marvin Arrington, and Fulton County Probate Judge Kenya Johnson shocked the group after they got here onstage to current the award. They credited the Louisiana native for his ongoing neighborhood work and involvement in anti-gun violence initiatives in colleges. The crowd erupted in cheers as YB accepted the respect and thanked the officers for recognizing his efforts to assist others.

Fans on-line, nevertheless, had blended reactions. “N**** been setting the record straight since he been free,” one remark learn. Another added, “This don’t make no sense. Much respect and congrats to him. He’s performing songs that shout guns and violence.. But the cities leaders are honoring him to help lower gun violence.” Some critics additionally questioned why somebody from exterior Atlanta acquired such a uncommon honor when main native acts like Quavo, T.I., Outkast, and Gucci Mane by no means have.

Despite the controversy, the second nonetheless stands as a profession spotlight for YoungBoy. In current weeks, his tour has been filled with each celebration and chaos. Crowds have adopted his each transfer, from followers dashing his automobile in Orlando to heated moments onstage. During one present in South Carolina, a concertgoer threw one thing at him, prompting YB to reply sharply. “Throw one more thing up here, I’ma whoop your a-s boy,” he mentioned. Still, the important thing to Atlanta stays a shining second for him, signaling how far he has come each personally and professionally.