Ari Lennox Shuts Down Person Who Tried To Pit Her Against Chlöe

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A Twitter user cited colorism while talking about the two singers' latest singles, but Ari called the post "negative and counterproductive."

As the saying goes, "there's enough room for everyone to eat" in the industry, and Ari Lennox is not someone who wants her named involved in trashing other artists. The Dreamville star has been riding high through her career as a standout voice in today's R&B scene, and one thing she Ari is known for is praising her peers. She gives flowers to those who have come before her and highlights the talents of R&B artists in this generation of music. However, a social media user attempted to pit her against Chlöe, and Ari wasn't having it.

Last Friday (September 10), both Ari and Chlöe released their singles "Pressure" and "Have Mercy," respectively, and the two tracks have been fan favorites ever since.

A Twitter user shared a few thoughts about the releases and cited colorism in their post. "Chloe's new video has over 5 million views while Ari Lennox who has the better song and more tasteful video hasn't even hit 1 million views yet," the person wrote. "Chloe's light-skinned privilege is showing. Thank God she bussed it down, now she has the attention she's been craving."

Ari was quick to respond. "Please delete this hateful think piece," the singer stated. "It's negative and counterproductive and creating unnecessary backlash for both black women. Chloe and her music video are legendary and on REPEAT over here. Pressure is doing just fine [red heart emoji]." Another person chimed in to remind Ari that colorism in the industry is a problem, but the singer made it clear that this is not one of those times.

"But that’s NOT what this is, Chloe worked incredibly hard and shouldn’t be disrespected. She deserves her flowers. I will not tolerate this divisive sh*t." Check it out below.

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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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