DaBaby Dedicates Lil Wayne-Assisted "Lonely" Visual To Late Brother

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At the conclusion of the video, DaBaby penned a message about why "Mental Health Awareness matters."

He hasn't been as vocal in recent weeks following his Rolling Loud backlash, but the controversy has only seemed to make DaBaby more focused. We all witnessed the rapper endure a heavy set of consequences for his remarks, and his immediate clap back to his critics did not help his cause as he attempted to apologize for the display. We've received a few singles amid the drama, including "Lonely," a track that received help from Lil Wayne, an artist that DaBaby dubbed "the greatest rapper alive."

DaBaby directed the visual where he portrays his version of the Joker. The murderous clown is seen getting arrested at the beginning of the music video and throughout, fans watch as he is incarcerated, undergoing mental evaluations. The introspective track shows the rapper revealing his struggles and at the conclusion of the clip, DaBaby dedicates the imagery to his late brother Glen Johnson. Last year, Johnson took his own life while on Instagram Live.

Mental Health Awareness matters," DaBaby wrote. “100% of us either deal with or know someone who is dealing with issues revolving around mental health on a daily basis. Take a moment after watching this video and check on your loved ones.” 

Check out the music video for "Lonely" and let us know what you think.

 


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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

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