Rapper Chika Criticized For Calvin Klein Ad; Wale, T.I., & More Come To Her Defense

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Chika
They weren't having it.

Rising rapper Chika may not be a household name, but she's been praised by some of our favorites as one of their favorites. You may remember when 22-year-old emcee went viral after freestyling over Kanye West's "Jesus Walks" following the Chicago rapper's Trump endorsements, and since that time she's gained popularity and received co-signs from celebrities like Jada Pinkett Smith, Erykah Badu, Diddy, Wale, and T.I. Chika continues to grind and work on her music, and she's even acquired a Calvin Klein endorsement deal that landed her on a billboard, however, not everyone thought it was something to be celebrated.

A social media influencer on Twitter shared a photo of Chika's Calvin Klein ad with the caption, "Why do we need the morbidly obese to speak the truth in their Calvins? Out of all the black plus-size models that exist, you just had to pick the one that looks 5 minutes from diabetes to promote unhealthy living, Calvin Klein? You should be ashamed. 🤦🏽‍♀️."

Chika offered up a response by replying, "Someone’s mad they’re not on a Billboard. 🥺." She shared a screenshot of the brief exchange on Instagram and followed up with a few extra thoughts on the criticism. "Anyways, i didn’t post this cuz i’m upset. i just wanted to say that i have a great life and God smiles on me cuz ugly b*tches like this exist," she wrote. "It’s only fair. keep going. your bad karma is paying my bills."

A few famous friend slid in her comments to offer their support. T.I. wrote, "Tell em KING said 🖕🏽🖕🏽🖕🏽🖕🏽," and Reggie Bush added, "People love to hate got damn! You a queen period! 👑." Wale said, "F*ck them sis and I mean that with everything in my heart," while Black Lightning star Nafessa Williams wrote, "You are beautiful. As. F*ck. 💪🏾." Even actress Sophia Bush left her two cents: "Beyonce said it best, 'your best revenge is your paper.' F*ck that chick and cash your checks you LEGEND!!! ♥️" 


About The Author
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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