David Bridges
“I might swerve, bend that corner, woah” has captivated TikTok users over the past week. This trending audio snippet comes from a new track by up-and-coming rapper LiAngelo Ball. It appears that ‘Tweaker’ might have been the catalyst for LiAngelo reportedly securing a lucrative seven-figure record deal with Def Jam and Universal Music Group, signaling a significant milestone in his music career.
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Details of LiAngelo Ball’s Record Deal and Its Implications
On January 13, ESPN reporter Shams Charania broke the news of LiAngelo Ball’s alleged record deal via X (formerly Twitter). According to credible sources, this deal is valued at a staggering $13 million, with $8 million guaranteed. Furthermore, LiAngelo retains ownership of his music and his label, Born To Ball Music Group, according to reports from Genius. Notably, Charania also mentioned that LiAngelo is already preparing to release a follow-up single to ‘Tweaker,’ indicating a promising start to his music career.
Public Reactions to LiAngelo Ball’s Music Career Shift
LiAngelo Ball has recently transitioned from a focus on professional basketball to pursuing a career in music. As the middle sibling among the Ball brothers, with Lonzo as the eldest and LaMelo as the youngest, he has faced challenges in maintaining a place on an active NBA roster, having had brief tenures with the Pistons, Hornets, and the G League’s Greensboro Swarm. This shift showcases his determination to carve out a new path in the competitive music industry.
‘Tweaker’ was released on January 3 and gained remarkable traction, reportedly reaching the top 10 for streamed songs on Spotify within just five days, as highlighted by ESPN. The song has already amassed over 1.3 million streams on the platform, a significant achievement for a new artist. Such rapid success underscores the power of social media in propelling emerging artists into the spotlight.
In the comments section of The Shade Room’s Instagram post, fans expressed their enthusiasm over the reported value of LiAngelo Ball’s record deal. The mother of Ball’s son, Miss Nikkii Baby, expressed her joy with the comment, “Yesss so happy for my love.”
Twitter user @1jhead remarked, “Two sons in the NBA, one son getting a music deal, Lavar winning!” highlighting the family’s achievements in sports and entertainment.
“Off one song? Lmao you know what? Hell yeah,” commented @ogtropicc, reflecting the surprise and excitement surrounding the deal.
“I don’t wanna hear y’all keep saying these labels ain’t got no money. They just gave one man $13 million. Gelo just saved the rap game lol,” added @whoisclayjames, emphasizing the financial aspects of the music industry.
“Nz really joked that man to a 13 million dolla bag. The internet is the most powerful force in all of existence,” stated @williehyn, underlining the influence of social media in shaping public perception.
“Y’all laughed when he didn’t make it to the league! LAUGH NOW,” wrote @spinninboutkai, pointing out the unexpected turn of events in LiAngelo’s career. As of now, LiAngelo Ball has not publicly confirmed or denied any details about the record deal on his social media, but congratulations are in order for his impressive accomplishment!
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