Keyshia Ka’Oir Defends Gucci Mane Amid Backlash Over 1017 Records Artists’ Demise. The untimely death of 1017 Records rapper Enchanting has sparked significant backlash towards label boss Gucci Mane, igniting a heated debate over his responsibility for the well-being of his artists.
Following the tragic news of Enchanting’s death from an accidental overdose, critics have pointed fingers at Gucci Mane, recalling the multiple 1017 artists who have either died from drug overdoses or are currently incarcerated. In defense of her husband, Keyshia Ka’Oir took to social media to plead with the public to “leave her husband alone,” insisting he has no control over his signees’ personal choices.
On Gucci Mane’s tribute post to Enchanting, born Channing Nicole Larry, a commenter criticized the rapper, saying, “At some point Gucci has to take some accountability because what type of leader are you if you can’t talk some sense into your artist.” The commenter continued, “1 or 2 artists crashing out is one thing but this is starting to become a pattern.”
Ka’Oir responded emphatically,
“Leave my husband alone! He signs these artists to help them & give them a better life! I wish it wasn’t like this! Chant we love you baby girl!”
Another supporter echoed Ka’Oir’s sentiment, arguing that the artists are responsible for their own decisions and lifestyles, which often include ongoing street conflicts and substance abuse.
A spokesperson for Enchanting confirmed that the Texas star died on June 11 from an accidental overdose, noting that she was struggling with withdrawal from a drug addiction in her final days. Fellow Texas rapper Lil CJ Kasino expressed his grief on Instagram, sharing that Enchanting had been taken off life support and praising her dedication to her music career.
Enchanting’s death is the latest in a troubling series of tragedies for 1017 Records. In 2022, rapper Big Scarr died from an overdose on prescription pills, and several other label artists, including Pooh Shiesty, Foogiano, Hoodrich Pablo Juan, and Mac Critter, are currently incarcerated.
Gucci Mane addressed the challenges faced by his artists in a recent episode of his wife’s podcast, All Things Keyshia Ka’Oir. Reflecting on his own past of frequent incarcerations, he expressed a desire to help artists who come from similar backgrounds of poverty and hardship. “I try help those artists I see a lot of myself in,” he said. “You have to ride out through their little bumps, and I feel if I’m not helping them, who else gonna help them?”
Despite the criticisms, Gucci Mane remains committed to giving opportunities to artists who others may overlook due to their criminal records. “I’m not tryin’ to sign the guys who don’t need no help; I’m signing the guys who don’t nobody wanna sign,” he said during an appearance on The Morning Hustle show last October.
Last year, Joe Budden criticized Gucci Mane’s A&R skills and the state of 1017 Records, suggesting that the label’s issues reflect broader problems in the music industry. Budden pointed to the unprecedented number of deaths, shootings, and incarcerations in the rap community over the past decade, calling for a closer examination of how and why artists are signed.
In response to Budden’s critique, Gucci Mane defended his approach, emphasizing his commitment to giving chances to those who need it most. “Like, I’m not tryin’ to sign the guys who don’t need no help; I’m signing the guys who don’t nobody wanna sign,” he reiterated.
As the debate continues, the music community grapples with the complex issues of artist management, personal responsibility, and the pervasive challenges faced by those coming from different and difficult backgrounds.
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