In a recent interview with internet personality Theo Von, Post Malone expressed his admiration for Young Thug, calling him “my favorite lyricist and melody maker, like of all fking time.” He reminisced about the first song he heard featuring Young Thug and PeeWee Longway, titled “Loaded,” stating, “I was like ‘What the fk, these melodies [are] insane.’ He goes to such crazy f**king places… [that] the natural mind doesn’t go.” Post Malone emphasized his support for Young Thug by declaring, “Free Young Thug” during the conversation.
Fans reacted to Post’s comments with mixed feelings. One fan remarked, “Thug great but him being yo favorite lyricist is nuts,” while another noted Young Thug’s impressive ability to adapt melodies and his growth as an artist, referencing his album “Punk” and his cover of Elton John’s “Rocketman.”
Young Thug, known for his unique voice and genre-blending style, has made significant contributions to trap, pop, and hip-hop. He is currently facing legal challenges related to his highly publicized YSL trial, which began after his arrest on May 9, 2022.
Post Malone and Young Thug previously collaborated on the 2019 track “Goodbyes,” where they explore themes of tumultuous relationships. The song features lyrics reflecting emotional struggles, with Post Malone singing about his desire to move on while Young Thug’s verse adds a contrasting perspective.
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Despite his hip-hop roots, Post Malone has recently shifted his focus towards country music, as evidenced by his latest album, F-1 Trillion: Long Bed, which includes collaborations with top country artists like Morgan Wallen and Luke Combs. While he initially gained fame with his breakout hit “White Iverson,” he has distanced himself from the hip-hop genre in recent projects, although he has collaborated with numerous hip-hop stars, including DaBaby and 21 Savage.