Florida rap star Kodak Black is known for saying outlandish comments, but defending slavery might be the “Zeze” hitmaker’s most controversial yet.
The December 16 clip spread across social media shows the Florida rapper speaking directly to followers, while unsure if he’s impaired, delivering an unfiltered rant that touched on slavery, Black identity, and his own condition. Members of his entourage appear nearby holding prescription bottles, including one left uncapped, adding to the unease surrounding the footage.
In the video, Kodak presents his comments as brutal honesty rather than provocation. “Black people, bruh, we pussy as fuck, bruh,” he says, framing himself as someone willing to say what others avoid.
He follows by addressing African heritage, adding, “I love y’all from Africa, too,” before criticizing Africans who, in his words, “act like y’all better than muthafuckas.” The contradictions land fast, without pause or reflection.
Kodak then turns to slavery, delivering remarks that sparked immediate backlash. “Y’all Africans should have never sold n***as, bruh,” he says, referencing the transatlantic slave trade.
Seconds later, he adds, “I’m not mad at slavery ’cause white people was slaving people, too.”
Kodak Black Defends Slavery
The line drew sharp criticism for appearing to dismiss the racial violence and generational trauma tied to American chattel slavery. Before Kodak Black, Kanye West made a viral public statement about slavery in 2018.
As the clip continues, Kodak repeatedly acknowledges his condition. “Stay up man, I’m lit,” he says, smiling through slurred speech.
His focus soon drifts to an unconfirmed liquid substance he appears to be consuming. “I ain’t gonna lie, though, that shit taste good as fuck,” Kodak says, grinning. “That bitch so good bro.”
The comments, paired with visible prescription bottles, raised alarms among fans and observers. The clip would receive mixed reactions from fans.
Near the end of the video, Kodak shifts again, describing physical discomfort. “I was burping the other night,” he says. “Like, I had some shit that was stuck in my throat.” The admission only deepened concern about his health and substance use.
The moment fits a familiar pattern in Kodak Black’s career. His raw, impulsive persona has fueled both acclaim and criticism. Black’s issues with substance abuse have been well-documented.
Others view it as reckless and damaging, especially given the historical weight of his words. As the video continues to circulate, it highlights how quickly a single moment can dominate the conversation around an artist.
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