Latto finds herself in hot water as a tweet from 2015 resurfaces, revealing derogatory remarks and insults toward the Asian community. In the tweet that recently caught attention, the “Big Energy” rapper uses offensive language and stereotypes, disparaging Asian culture. The controversy comes at a crucial time, as Latto’s collaboration with BTS star Jung Cook on a new single will soon release, leading to heightened scrutiny and criticism from fans and social media users alike.
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The resurfaced tweet from May 26, 2015, has stirred outrage among online communities. Latto’s derogatory comments include phrases like “you be cooking cats and dogs” and nonsensical words resembling Japanese sounds, accompanied by emojis portraying Asian cultural elements. The tweet has sparked a backlash against the rapper, with many condemning her insensitive remarks and calling for accountability.
Despite the tweet being over eight years old, social media users have seized the opportunity to highlight the importance of addressing and condemning racial stereotypes and hate speech. The hashtag #stopasianhate began trending as people shared their disappointment in Latto’s past behavior and expressed concerns about how such comments can impact perpetuating harmful stereotypes.
One fan took to the comments to suggest the rapper’s demise by saying, “Her downfall is happening.”
The timing of this controversy is particularly sensitive, given that Latto recently collaborated with Jung Cook from the internationally acclaimed K-pop group BTS. The collaboration, set to release on July 13, has now been overshadowed by the resurfaced tweet, causing some fans to question the appropriateness of the collaboration and calling for Jung Cook to reconsider working with the Columbus native.
Commenters in the aftermath of the resurfaced tweet expressed their disappointment and frustration, with some even predicting a potential downfall for Latto’s career. However, as of now, Latto has not issued an apology or addressed the controversy publicly, leaving fans and critics awaiting her response.
Latto’s past tweet resurfaces, reigniting a firestorm of criticism and demands for accountability. The derogatory language and stereotypes used in the tweet have led to widespread condemnation and a reevaluation of the rapper’s actions.
The repercussions of this controversy threaten to overshadow her upcoming collaboration with BTS star Jung Cook, as fans question the appropriateness of their partnership in light of Latto’s offensive comments.
In April 2023, Latto released “Put It On The Floor,” which included a reference to Coi Leray’s petite body size. The diss sparked controversy and drew strong reactions from Coi Leray, who openly expressed her dissatisfaction with the disrespect.
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