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New York rapper 50 Cent recently talked about the status of G-Unit and, notably, how Lloyd Banks and Tony Yayo have taken a backseat to newcomer Troy Ave.
In Fif’s perspective, Troy Ave has relied on the Punchline King and Talk of New York for support in light of recently released tracks.
“They actually like [Troy Ave’s] hype men now,” 50 said to New York’s Hot 97 of Tony Yayo and Lloyd Banks. He was referencing appearances on Troy’s “Show Me Love” and “Your Style,” respectively. “That’s not a shot. They’re there as the supporting cast.” Despite those words, Fif still made it seem like he’s just an elder who wants the best for and out of those he’s watched grow. “They’re like my little brothers,” he added. “I’d like for them to work to sustain their interests in the public.” (MTV)
Curtis Jackson also suggested his influence may be found in Troy’s music.
When it came to Troy Ave, about whom the Queens rapper has been asked plenty in recent weeks, Fif played both sides. “I like the idea of Troy Ave,” he said. “I would want it to work. Just because I want something to happen in the city, period. But in reality I hear a lot of me in Troy Ave.” (MTV)
Earlier this year, Yayo and the fellow New York native dropped their “Show Me Love” music video.
“You can find me in the club, bottle full of bub,” Troy Ave raps on “Show Me Love.” The Brooklyn rapper heads inside the club for the track’s visuals, where he finds more than enough of bubbly to keep the night going. Tony Yayo also shows up for a swig from one of 100 bottles, the VIP service and as girls start getting freaky with each other in the dim light. Can you feel the love yet? (VIBE)
Banks and Ave made headlines last December with the release of their “Your Style” smash.
Troy Ave drops the alternate version of his track with Lloyd Banks, “Your Style”. The original version of “Your Style” appeared on Troy Ave’s White Christmas II mixtape. Earlier this year, we got a mix with no more Drama, re-named “MY Style”, and now we have yet another version of the track. This one comes complete with a new verse, as well as an extended bridge. We’ll assume that this is the final version of the track, which we’re thinking might land on Troy’s album at this point. (Hot New Hip Hop)
Check out 50 Cent’s interview:
