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The obsession with maintaining a tough image can compel these artists to make reckless decisions—culminating in incarceration or even death for themselves or those around them. Lil Durk's desire to avenge his friend King Von led him down a path of destruction, highlighting the dangers of letting public perception dictate one's actions.
A Pattern of Violence: The Young Dolph Case
The battles fought within the industry are not isolated. Much like the cases of Yella Beasy and Durk, the rivalry between Young Dolph and Yo Gotti ended in tragic violence. Dolph's death was preceded by multiple assassination attempts linked to the rivalry, ultimately reminding the hip-hop community that the consequences of street credibility can be deadly.