Benzino Claps Back at 'Neck' Jokes After Eminem Diss
While he didn't directly mention Eminem, the Detroit rapper had previously taken shots at Benzino's physique.
In the clip, Benzino passionately defends himself, asserting:
I got a neck, everybody has a neck. It's what the head sits on.He goes on to compare himself to former NFL player Shannon Sharpe, highlighting that Sharpe also has a robust neck but doesn't face the same level of criticism.”
- Benzino
Benzino Addresses Criticism Over His Neck:
The renewed attention on Benzino's neck comes in the wake of Eminem's recent diss track, "Doomsday Pt. 2," where Eminem humorously questions Benzino's neck's existence. This jab reignited the long-standing feud between the two artists, dating back to the mid-2000s.
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In response, Benzino fired back with his own diss track, "Vulturious," where he delves into personal attacks against Eminem, including speculation about his se*uality and references to the death of Eminem's friend and collaborator, Proof.
This exchange of diss tracks escalated further with Benzino's follow-up track, "Rap Elvis," where he questions Eminem's connection to Detroit and his status in the hip-hop community.
Despite the back-and-forth between the two artists, Benzino's frustration with the ongoing jokes about his neck remains a prominent issue. The constant scrutiny over his physical appearance has clearly taken a toll on him, prompting him to address the issue directly in the interview clip.
As the feud between Benzino and Eminem continues to play out in the public eye, it's evident that both artists are not backing down anytime soon. However, Benzino's latest response sheds light on the toll that such ridicule can take on an individual's mental well-being, highlighting the need for empathy and understanding in the realm of hip-hop beef.