Rappers are frequently mistaken for one another in the news; the latest mix-up involves rap stars YFN Lucci and Big30. A fan captured the mix-up and shared it across social media following the arrest of Memphis rapper Pooh Shiesty over an alleged kidnapping of Gucci Mane.
On April 2, an Instagram user shared a Story reacting to a segment from WREG News Channel 3 that covered the April 1 arrests of Memphis rappers Big30 and Pooh Shiesty. The broadcast discussed allegations tied to a Jan. 10, 2026 kidnapping case involving Atlanta rap star Gucci Mane.
But viewers quickly noticed a glaring on-screen error.
While discussing Big30’s alleged involvement in the case, the station displayed a photo of Atlanta rapper YFN Lucci instead. The mix-up didn’t go unnoticed among hip-hop fans watching the report circulate online.
The Instagram Story featured the user laughing hysterically at the clip while questioning the mistake. Over the video, the person wrote: “Maneeee this is why I don’t watch the news cause who??? 😂😂😂.”
Rapper YFN Lucci Mistaken For Recently Arrested Rap Star Big30 During Pooh Shiesty-Gucci Mane News Report
The caption captured the disbelief many viewers felt after spotting the incorrect image. The stretched-out “Maneeee” reflects a familiar Southern slang expression often used to signal shock or amusement. In this case, the user appeared stunned that Lucci’s image appeared in a story centered on another rapper.
The second part of the caption, “this is why I don’t watch the news,” reads as a jab at the perceived lack of accuracy in mainstream media reporting. The user’s reaction suggests the visual mistake undermined the credibility of the segment, especially given the seriousness of the allegations discussed.
The final phrase — “cause who???” — paired with three laughing emojis, underscores the absurdity of the moment. The user’s rhetorical question highlights the obvious mismatch between the name mentioned in the report and the face shown on screen.
The moment quickly became another example of how mistakes in televised reporting can turn into viral content within hip-hop communities. For fans familiar with these artists, the incorrect image was immediately recognizable — and instantly meme-worthy.
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