AceShowbiz - 6ix9ine recently stepped out of federal prison after serving a three-month sentence for violating supervised release, and he’s already drawing attention by commenting on ongoing legal drama in the hip-hop community.

During a live stream with Adin Ross on April 3, 2026, 6ix9ine claimed that Pooh Shiesty’s record label paid him to stream music as a way to raise money for the Memphis rapper’s legal defense. According to 6ix9ine, these payments were intended to help cover the substantial attorney fees tied to Pooh Shiesty’s federal kidnapping case.

The allegations come at a tense time, as Pooh Shiesty faces serious charges related to an incident that occurred on January 10, 2026. Prosecutors allege that the Memphis rapper was involved in a kidnapping and robbery at a Dallas recording studio targeting Gucci Mane. Several suspects, including rapper Big30, have been implicated in the case, which reportedly stems from a contract dispute involving Gucci Mane’s 1017 Records label.

Pooh Shiesty is currently facing a potential minimum sentence of five years in prison, with the possibility of life imprisonment if convicted. The severity of the charges makes his legal defense especially crucial.

6ix9ine seems intent on maintaining public interest by weighing in on high-profile legal issues affecting other artists. His recent release from the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn marks a fresh start, contrasting sharply with Pooh Shiesty’s increasingly difficult legal situation.

This development highlights the complicated and often intertwined relationship between hip-hop artists and their legal battles, with financial strategies such as paid streaming becoming part of how some attempt to manage mounting legal expenses.