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Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Detroit rapper Skilla Baby in hospital after ‘targeted drive-by shooting'
Detroit rapper Skilla Baby was reportedly shot in an alleged targeted drive-by shooting on Thursday. The 26-year-old artist, real name Trevon Gardner, was driving in a black SUV on Eight Mile Road in Redford, an inner-ring suburb of Detroit, when he was shot at multiple times, according to local news outlet Fox 2. Multiple sources told the outlet that one of the bullets hit the rapper in the hand, and two grazed him in the head and the back, causing him to crash into a building on the side of the road. He was taken to a local hospital, where he is expected to recover. Click on Detroit spoke to one police source, who claimed that Skilla Baby was driving alone at the time of the shooting. Redford police have launched an investigation into the shooting. As of Thursday night, no suspects had been identified, per Fox 2. The Independent has reached out to the authorities and to Skilla Baby's representative for comment. Following reports of the shooting, several fans flocked to Skilla Baby's Instagram to wish him a quick recovery. 'Heavenly Father please bring this man a safe healing and easy recovery in Jesus mighty name we all pray amen!' one wrote. 'Uh un Trevon you better hang in there,' a second said, while a third begged for him to 'let us know you alive please.' 'I love you heal up,' another added. Skilla Baby has been on the rap scene since 2015, when he decided against attending college, according to Detroit's Metro Times. His dedication to the craft eventually caught the eye of Detroit rapper Sada Baby, who took the then-19-year-old under his wing. 'He found out I was walking to the studio, he made me quit my job,' Skilla told the publication. 'Then I met Juan, who's Sada's manager, and he helped me to the utmost extent. I had stayed with him for a little minute. And Sada was taking me everywhere, to all the shows. Being around Sada did help me.' In 2019, he released his mix tape Push That Shit Out Skilla, which would help him garner a fanbase. The next year, he released his breakthrough track 'Womack,' which he followed up in 2022 with his first major label debut, We Eat The Most, a mixtape that features some of his top hits, 'Icky Vicky Vibes' and 'Tay B Style.' During an interview on Keke Palmer's podcast last July, Skilla boldly disagreed with the idea that Eminem was Detroit's best rapper. 'I don't know because if you think number-wise Eminem is the best Detroit rapper,' he explained. 'But the gag is nobody would say that in Detroit.' A surprised Palmer then asked him to name some of his favorite Detroit rappers. 'I don't know because everybody had their turn being Detroit's favorite rapper,' Skilla responded. 'Sada Baby had his turn, Tee Grizzley had a turn, [42] Dugg had a turn, Babyface Ray had a turn. Veeze is one of Detroit's best rappers now,' he declared. 'Baby Smoove, Big Kizz – a lot of artists had their turn. Rocaine… Everybody had their turn being the best in the city, but what we lack is consistency. Nobody's consistently been Detroit's best rapper.' Turning the conversation back to Eminem, he admitted that while he was a fan of the 'Real Slim Shady' artist as a child, and still is, he didn't think Detroit considered him 'our best rapper.' 'Nobody in Detroit plays Eminem right now,' he argued.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chris Brown Led The Star-Studded Tycoon Music Festival For An Unforgettable Detroit Night
I packed my bags and hopped on a flight Saturday (April 19), and made the journey from New Jersey to Detroit's Little Caesars Arena. While the trip was a bit hectic, it was absolutely worth every mile. I was there for the Tycoon Music Festival, headlined by none other than Chris Brown, with performances from Wiz Khalifa, Gucci Mane, Fabolous, Skilla Baby, and surprise guests like Sexyy Red, G Herbo, Chevy Woods, and Tee Grizzley. From the moment I stepped into the sold-out venue, the energy was electric, and it was clear that most of the crowd had come for one main event. The night kicked off with Skilla Baby, bringing that undeniable Detroit energy to the stage. His set, filled with tracks like 'CFWM' and 'Tay B Style,' set the tone for what was to come. But it was the crowd's spontaneous sing-along to Keyshia Cole's 'Love' that truly showed the connection that Skilla has with his fans. There was an unmistakable sense of hometown pride in the air as Detroit showed love for one of its own. Gucci Mane then hit the stage, delivering his signature energy with hits like 'Pillz' and 'Wasted,' all while his wife, Keyshia Ka'Oir, stood by his side for a special performance of 'Freaky Gurl.' Fabolous, ever the class-act, brought his smooth delivery to the arena, offering timeless classics like 'Can't Let You Go' and 'Breathe,' before the high-energy surprise of Sexyy Red. The crowd went wild as she strutted in a skin-tight bodysuit, twerking and hyping up the audience with her set — which included hits 'Get It Sexyy,' her new track 'Hoochie Coochie' and more fan favorites. Wiz Khalifa followed, bringing a laid-back vibe that was a perfect contrast to the earlier sets. No shirt, spliff in hand, and totally in his element, Wiz made sure the crowd was fully immersed in his trippy world. His 40-minute set, which included 'Mezmorized,' 'We Dem Boyz,' and 'Roll Up,' was filled with those signature Wiz moments, like tossing joints into the crowd, adding to the carefree energy. Closing with 'Young, Wild & Free' and 'See You Again,' he had everyone in the arena singing along, arms in the air, all feeling the collective joy of the moment. Then came the moment everyone had been waiting for. Chris Brown finally took the stage, opening with the high-energy 'Party' and immediately commanding the attention of every single person in the room. His set was a seamless mix of old favorites like 'Yo (Excuse Me Miss)' and 'Poppin',' paired with newer hits like 'Sweet Love' and 'Back to Sleep.' As always, his choreography was impeccable, with his backup dancers providing the perfect complement to his high-energy moves. Watching Breezy perform, with the crowd singing every lyric, was a reminder of just how deeply connected he is to Team Breezy. One of the most memorable moments of his set came when Chris brought out Detroit's own Tee Grizzley to perform their hit 'IDGAF.' The energy went up another notch when Tee dropped his iconic 'First Day Out,' with Chris ad-libbing and even joining in on a few moves, showing love for the city and its talent. But what really stood out to me was the raw emotional connection Chris shared with the audience. As he closed with 'Loyal,' he took a moment to thank the crowd, saying their support will 'never go unnoticed.' In that brief moment, you could feel the genuine gratitude he has for his fans — a reminder of his humility, even at the height of his superstardom. Saturday night undeniably served as a perfect preview of what's to come on the upcoming 'Breezy Bowl' anniversary tour. The energy, the visuals, the choreography — it was all top-tier. Fans seemed even more excited for what Chris Brown has in store for his upcoming anniversary tour. The Tycoon Music Festival was an unforgettable night, leaving many satisfied for what the sixth annual festival brought this time around. The festival was clearly more than just a celebration of beloved music; it was about culture, community, and the way live performances have the power to make you forget about anything else in that moment. From the first note to the final encore, the Tycoon Music Festival was a reminder of the magic that happens when the mic is on and the stage is set. More from Sexyy Red Has Her Own Meet And Greet With Chris Brown At Tycoon Music Fest Chris Brown Accused Of Defamation In Lawsuit Filed By Fan Who Calls Herself His "Wife" Wiz Khalifa Clowned For Claiming Earth Is Flat Despite New Album Cover Featuring Globe
