Irv Gotti Calls Out Ashanti Over Contract Release, Claims He Didn’t Ask for Money
The ongoing tension between Irv Gotti and Ashanti has resurfaced once again, with the Murder Inc. founder publicly addressing their history and claiming that he released the R&B singer from her contract without asking for a dime. Gotti, known for his unfiltered takes on the industry, made it clear that despite their past business and personal drama, he let Ashanti walk away from Murder Inc. on her own terms.
“I didn’t ask for a dollar. I let her out of her contract because that’s who I am,” Gotti said in a recent interview, making it sound like he took the high road in their split.
This statement, however, is just the latest addition to their decades-long drama, which has included claims of betrayal, romantic entanglements, and public disputes over music ownership.
The History of Irv Gotti & Ashanti’s Drama
Irv Gotti and Ashanti were once one of the most successful duos in hip hop and R&B, dominating the early 2000s with a string of hits under Murder Inc. Records. With songs like Foolish, Rock Wit U, and Always On Time, Ashanti became a superstar, and much of that success was credited to Gotti’s production and business vision.
However, things began to unravel in the mid-2000s when the federal government launched an investigation into Murder Inc. over alleged connections to criminal activity. While Gotti was ultimately cleared of all charges, the controversy damaged the label’s reputation, leading to a decline in Ashanti’s involvement with the company.
Personal Drama & Betrayal Claims
Things got even more complicated when Gotti, in multiple interviews, claimed he and Ashanti had a romantic relationship while she was signed to Murder Inc. His 2022 appearance on “Drink Champs” ignited major backlash after he gave explicit details about their alleged past, saying he was “heartbroken” when she moved on and started dating Nelly.
Ashanti has never confirmed a romantic relationship with Gotti and has often brushed off his comments, making it clear that she wants to focus on her music rather than old drama.
Ownership & Masters Battle
One of the biggest disputes between Gotti and Ashanti has been over her music rights. As a result, Ashanti announced plans to re-record her debut album, following a strategy used by artists like Taylor Swift to regain control over their masters. Gotti, however, made it clear that he wasn’t happy about this move, calling it a “scam” and claiming that she was trying to cut him out of the legacy they built together.
Despite all the public back-and-forth, Gotti now claims that he let Ashanti go without demanding money, suggesting that he acted in good faith. However, given their rocky history, it’s unlikely that this will be the last time their drama makes headlines.
Where Do They Stand Now?
With Ashanti recently reuniting with Nelly and focusing on new music, she seems to have moved past her Murder Inc. era. Gotti, on the other hand, continues to speak on their past, ensuring that their complicated history remains a hot topic in hip hop. Whether they will ever reconcile remains uncertain, but for now, their feud continues to be one of hip hop’s most talked-about industry breakups.
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