DaBaby Explains Why He Only Gave Boys $4 For Candy: "I Ain't Cuss 'Em Out"

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The rapper recently caught heat for not giving the boys more money, but DaBaby returned with an explanation.

An interaction between DaBaby and boys selling candy has caused the rapper to receive the wrath of the internet. A couple of boys wanted to make some quick cash so they told DaBaby that they would sell him their boxes of candy for $200. The rapper learned that the candy was going to $2 each and after doing a bit of math, the total came up to over one hundred bucks. However, in order to teach them a lesson, DaBaby instead only gave them $4.

The internet was swift with its backlash against the award-winning rapper and, in turn, DaBaby sat down with Complex News to explain why he opted to not give the boys more money.

It was suggested that DaBaby was trying to teach the boys a lesson about greed. "Absolutely, that's exactly what happened," said the Rap star. "Anytime I buy something from somebody else in there I buy the whole thing. Especially when it's kids. I give them the opportunity, just make it make sense why you want $200 for this. You tell me, 'Man, I usually charge somebody this for the whole box. I'm just gon' charge you $2 all the way down.' I'da looked at him, gave him a thousand dollars."

Although he may not have handed over the money they wanted, DaBaby said he respected their hustle. "I ain't cuss 'em out and this and that," he said. "I gave them knowledge and bought one piece of candy from each of them and closed the door." Still, people continue to debate the rapper's decision. 

Watch DaBaby explain himself below.

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Erika Marie is a seasoned journalist, editor, and ghostwriter who works predominantly in the fields of music, spirituality, mental health advocacy, and social activism. The Los Angeles editor, storyteller, and activist has been involved in the behind-the-scenes workings of the entertainment industry for nearly two decades. E.M. attempts to write stories that are compelling while remaining informative and respectful. She's an advocate of lyrical witticism & the power of the pen. Favorites: Motown, New Jack Swing, '90s R&B, Hip Hop, Indie Rock, & Punk; Funk, Soul, Harlem Renaissance Jazz greats, and artists who innovate, not simply replicate.
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