ScarLip Responds to Viral Video of Boyfriend’s Backhanded Compliment, Defends Relationship
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Bronx rapper ScarLip has recently found herself at the center of a heated online debate following a viral video from her Instagram Live session. The video, which surfaced on August 7, features ScarLip and her significant other engaging in a conversation that quickly took a controversial turn. The interaction, where her boyfriend suggested that she was only “pretty sometimes,” has sparked widespread outrage among her fans and the online community.
During the live session, ScarLip, known for her hit track “She Hot,” was casually chatting with her followers and her boyfriend, who was off-camera. At one point, she playfully asked him, “Do you think I’m pretty, baby?” His initial response was a seemingly complimentary “You’re beautiful,” but he quickly added, “Sometimes.” This remark caught ScarLip off guard, leading her to ask for clarification. “What does that mean?” she inquired, to which he bluntly replied, “It means sometimes, sometimes you’re pretty.”
The situation escalated when ScarLip asked if she looked pretty at that moment. Her boyfriend’s response was even more direct: “No, not right now. Definitely not right now. Definitely not, you lookin’ a lil…” Though he didn’t finish his sentence, the damage was done. ScarLip’s demeanor visibly changed as she attempted to brush off the comment, but the discomfort was evident. She told her viewers, “I’mma get out of here, ya’ll. I don’t feel like going live no more,” before ending the session.
What ? Things are tough rn but we are growing strong SHE HOTTT🔥 https://t.co/kkjlN790Vi
— Scar_lip (@scar_lip) August 7, 2024
The video quickly spread across social media platforms, with many fans coming to ScarLip’s defense. The rapper later addressed the viral clip, sharing a message on Facebook that read, “I have been humiliated; the world is laughing at my relationship.” Despite the backlash and jokes at her expense, a significant portion of the online community rallied around her, offering support and calling out her boyfriend for his insensitive comments.
As the clip continued to make waves online, ScarLip took to X (formerly Twitter) to share her thoughts. Responding to a post from a blogger who highlighted the video, ScarLip wrote, “What? Things are tough right now, but we are growing strong,” while promoting her song “She Hot.” In another tweet, she clapped back at criticism by saying, “Jesus heals the wounded & the blinded,” in response to a suggestion that she needed therapy.
ScarLip also used the viral moment to promote her music further. On Instagram, she posted a video of herself rapping, captioned, “You’re pretty sometimes, nah baby, all year AROUND SHE HOTTT.”
Despite the drama, ScarLip had a significant accomplishment to celebrate this week. The “This Is New York” rapper announced on Instagram that she had completed her education, sharing a photo of herself in a navy blue cap and gown. While she didn’t specify the level of education, the achievement was a bright spot amid the ongoing controversy.
Fans have been vocal about their disapproval of ScarLip’s boyfriend, with many urging her to reconsider the relationship. Some pointed out that her insecurities, which she has openly discussed before, were likely exacerbated by his comments, especially during a live broadcast. ScarLip has previously spoken about facing colorism and the impact it has had on her self-esteem and career. Earlier this year, she addressed the issue on Instagram Live, saying, “People telling me I’m not pretty, and that bothers me a little bit. ‘Cause I believe I’m beautiful.”
As ScarLip continues to navigate the challenges of fame, her fans remain hopeful that she will find the strength to prioritize her well-being and self-worth, whether in this relationship or beyond. For now, the rapper seems determined to keep moving forward, both personally and professionally, despite the hurdles in her path.
Shivam Kumar
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