Zambia’s vibrant hip-hop scene is reeling after an alleged physical altercation between rap heavyweight Slap D and buzzing street rapper Y Celeb.
According to multiple eyewitnesses, a heated exchange between the two artists backstage at a recent event escalated when Slap D allegedly slapped Y Celeb during a confrontation. The rumored incident follows weeks of subliminal disses between the two through lyrics and interviews, with tensions reportedly boiling over during the weekend.
Insiders claim the feud has been simmering for some time, fueled by perceived disrespect from recent verses believed to contain indirect shots. Slap D, the face of XYZ Entertainment, is said to have interpreted one of Y Celeb’s lyrics as a direct challenge, prompting him to confront the 408 Empire affiliate.
The situation allegedly turned physical when the conversation spiraled into shouting and a reported slap was delivered by Slap D — leaving Y Celeb shocked and social media in a frenzy.
Fans have taken to X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and TikTok to share mixed reactions. While some are backing Slap D’s response as “hip-hop justice,” others are urging both artists to handle beefs lyrically, not violently.
A Divided Fanbase
- “This isn’t how legends handle beef,” one fan wrote.
- “Slap D defended himself, period. Don’t dish it if you can’t take it,” countered another.
- Others have called for a peaceful resolution, fearing the incident could spiral and influence younger artists negatively.
While neither artist has officially commented on the altercation, the Zambian music industry is watching closely. Will this result in diss tracks? A public apology? Or a sit-down? One thing is clear: Zambian hip-hop just got a whole lot louder.