AceShowbiz - Bobby Shmurda has publicly blamed Jay-Z’s attorney for his prison sentence, sparking controversy on social media.

On June 2, the Brooklyn rapper posted a series of messages on his Instagram page accusing Jay-Z’s Roc Nation lawyer, Alex Spiro, of being responsible for his incarceration. In these detailed posts, Bobby Shmurda claimed he was pressured into accepting a plea deal connected to a 2014 gun case.

To recap the timeline, the rapper pleaded guilty in September 2016 to third-degree conspiracy and weapons possession charges. He received a seven-year prison sentence but was released in February 2021 after serving six years.

Bobby Shmurda described the situation as an abuse of power, noting the disparity between his own youth and background and the influence of the powerful individuals involved. He emphasized that at the time of the plea deal, Jay-Z was a 40-year-old billionaire, while he was a 19-year-old from a disadvantaged neighborhood.

According to Bobby Shmurda, he informed Alex Spiro that he was forced into the plea, but the judge disregarded his claims and sentenced him to prison. He also mentioned plans to appeal the decision.

Further, Bobby Shmurda alleged that after his release, he was still tied to a major label deal during his incarceration, which he claimed kept him from releasing music for six years. He criticized the situation as unfair treatment by a billion-dollar company, highlighting that he was the only artist held under contract while imprisoned for such an extended period.

In his posts, Bobby Shmurda expressed frustration over ongoing attempts to diminish his career through negative press and alleged "shadow banning," which he said has limited the exposure of his music and content.

XXL magazine has reached out to representatives for Jay-Z and Alex Spiro for comment on these accusations, but no responses have been reported as of now.

This social media outburst follows a previous incident where Bobby Shmurda criticized Jay-Z’s performance at the 2026 Roots Picnic. Bobby Shmurda expressed disappointment in Jay-Z’s freestyle, which referenced various artists including Drake, Tory Lanez, Nicki Minaj, Ye, and Dame Dash. He suggested that Jay-Z is experiencing an identity crisis and mocked his attempts to remain relevant.

The Brooklyn rapper’s harsh words indicate a clear rift between him and Jay-Z, signaling ongoing tension within the hip-hop community.

Fans and observers are awaiting further developments, especially responses from the parties involved, as these allegations bring renewed attention to Bobby Shmurda’s legal history and his relationship with major industry figures.

This article is based on reporting originally published by Xxlmag.