Quincy 042 slams critics: Rapper defends Phyno diss and attacks gatekeepers
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Quincy 042 addressed the backlash following his January 27 diss track against Phyno. The rapper described the song as “free smoke” and criticized industry gatekeepers. He insisted he speaks for the “real streets” and threatened to release a harsher track if provoked further.
Image Credit: Instagram / ValidUpdates CompositeQuincy 042 has fired back at critics who attacked him online. This follows the release of his controversial diss track.
He dropped the song on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. The video quickly sparked anger among Phyno’s loyal fans.
’Ordinary Free Smoke’
Quincy took to Instagram to address the hate. He mocked the sensitive reactions to his “challenge” entry.
He claimed the song was just “ordinary free smoke.” However, the negative feedback surprised him. The rapper noted that fans have been “feeding him tears” since the video dropped.
The artist used a specific beat for the viral video. He recorded over Dremo’s Man2Man open verse instrumental for the track.
Quincy warned fans not to push him too far. He threatened to drop “real smoke” if the dragging continues.
Fighting the Gatekeepers
He also addressed the state of the music industry. Quincy refused to “lick the same asses” as other entertainers.
He criticized “gatekeepers” who ignore the city until it benefits them. He promised to create a path with “no gates” for his talented brothers and sisters.
The Enugu-born rapper labeled himself an activist at heart. He claimed he speaks for the voiceless on the streets.
He admitted he loves his colleagues but called out their wrongs. You can read the shocking diss track details to understand his specific claims.
System Failure
Quincy ended his rant with a curse for the system. He stated that without the people, the system is nothing.
Others have also spoken on the feud. An OAP recently explained why Quincy is really fighting Phyno in a viral post.
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