Rick Ross reacted publicly after being referenced on Drake’s latest release, ICEMAN, one of three albums issued on Friday, May 15. The response arrived quickly and unfolded largely on social media, where Ross engaged with commentary surrounding the track “Make Them Pay” and addressed podcasters Rory and Mal, both known for their longstanding support of Drake. The exchange added another layer to an already familiar back-and-forth between the two artists.
Ross’s remarks appeared in the comments section of a Complex Instagram post discussing the album. “The glazer university,” he wrote. “Let’s all leave little mans alone now. He did it, he dropped three mid projects. It was fun while it lasted. You’re washed.” He later promoted his memoir before continuing his criticism, including pointed comments directed at Rory and Mal that circulated widely online.
In a follow-up message, Ross escalated his language while addressing the pair more directly. “Rory and Mal, get off your knees,” Ross said. “Get the testicles out of your mouth now. I don’t know which one the white one or the Black one. Y’all both the same. Rory and Mal, the glazers. How y’all feel now? Drake just committed suicide. I’m sure he’ll retire next month. How is his lawsuit doing? I don’t know, guys. I didn’t listen to YouTube Man last night. I’m just going by what you guys say… We up again, baby. […] The throat goats are in the building, guys.”
Drake and Rick Ross Trade Shots as Rap Rivalry Spills Online
On ICEMAN, Drake includes references to Ross that touch on shifting alliances and professional loyalty, themes that have surfaced repeatedly during recent disputes in hip-hop. The track also contains a line referencing streamer Adin Ross: “I was aiding Ross with streams before Adin Ross had ever streamed.”
With both artists continuing to trade remarks publicly, the situation remains fluid. Neither has indicated a willingness to step back, and the exchange now sits within a broader pattern of ongoing rap industry rivalries being carried out in real time online.
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