Los Angeles rapper Rocstar2800 apologized publicly to Blacc Sam, brother to Nipsey Hussle, following a fierce fight during the 1st March 2025 grand opening ceremony of Marathon Burger. What was meant to be a celebratory event became a viral fight, drawing the interest of hip-hop culture and industry players.
The drama played out in front of a huge crowd that had gathered to rally around Marathon Burger, a business established to continue Nipsey Hussle’s business empire. Witnesses say Blacc Sam confronted Rocstar2800 for failing to defend Nipsey when other individuals disrespected him. Things quickly escalated into a fight, with Rocstar2800 calling out Blacc Sam to fight—a spontaneous moment that shocked onlookers.
Social media was not reluctant to post video footage of the altercation. In the videos, Rocstar2800 is agitated, but Blacc Sam remains firm, insisting on protecting his late brother’s legacy.
Instead of handling the situation immediately by offering an apology, Rocstar2800 turned to Instagram, where he posted:
“Damn All Ngga Wanted Was A Burger”
Most took the reply as dismissive, downplaying the gravity of the situation. The post generated backlash, and individuals wondered if Rocstar2800 truly respected Nipsey Hussle and his community contribution.
Thereafter, commenting on the incident and public reaction, Rocstar2800 later made a more sincere statement, where he said:
“I was overwhelmed by a mix of emotions due to the embarrassment I felt. I reacted out of frustration, and that wasn’t the right move. I respect Blacc Sam and what he’s done for Nip’s legacy.”
This apology was a shift in tone, showing that Rocstar2800 recognized his overreacting and attempted to apologize. Publicly confessing his emotions shows he is aware of the seriousness of the situation, particularly given how much respect most people have for Nipsey Hussle and his loved ones.
The altercation and apology have sparked controversy in hip-hop, with many artists and industry professionals weighing in. Wack 100, a veteran music manager and industry pundit, spoke out against Rocstar2800 about the altercation, questioning why things did not escalate further. This sparked further conversation about hip-hop’s culture of beef and the respect with which one should engage in conflict.
Whereas Rocstar2800’s initial response to the altercation seemed defensive, his later apology was a moment of personal growth. The altercation during the Marathon Burger may have started as a heated argument but also presented a teachable moment to the hip-hop community.
