Overview
- The Chicago rapper said he was quitting recording during an Instagram Live on Thursday, calling the music business "full of weirdos and snitches" and saying rap had become too draining.
- Hours after the live session he posted a studio reel that read "I AINT NEVER QUIT @ NOTHING!", a move outlets framed as an apparent retraction of his retirement claim.
- He remains advertised for an October 3 concert in Albany with DaBaby, which highlights the gap between his public announcement and existing performance commitments.
- Herbo told fans he wants to spend more time with his children and fiancee and that he is exploring acting, podcasting, restaurant ownership and investing as possible next steps.
- His statements follow a creative resurgence this year that included June’s Lil Herb: Lil Heroin Edition and interest from Uptown Records, and they leave his long-term role in music unsettled for fans and industry partners.