In the early 2010s, Chris Brown and Kevin McCall seemed inseparable—two rising forces whose creative chemistry produced hits like “Deuces.” Yet what began as a promising collaboration gradually dissolved into public friction and lingering disputes over money and credit.

That tension has resurfaced in recent days. Brown appeared to reference McCall’s financial struggles in an Instagram Story shortly after a clip from McCall’s appearance on the Back On Figg podcast went viral. During the interview, McCall spoke candidly about his financial hardships, revealing that he relies on an EBT card and expressing frustration toward Brown. Holding the card up to the camera, he asked, “Why do I have an EBT card?” and followed with, “Can I get $25K for those four songs I owe you?” His tone wavered between humor and exhaustion, offering a raw glimpse into the reality of an artist facing difficult times.

Brown’s Feud and Loyalty Play Out Amid Tour

Brown later replied on social media with a tone as pointed as ever. Against a black background, he wrote: “Remember this: you can’t walk across a burnt bridge. And what’s funnier than a troll? A BROKE ONE.” The remark reignited speculation about unresolved royalty disputes between the two that trace back nearly a decade, reflecting a rift that never quite healed.

In the midst of the exchange, fellow artist Young Thug weighed in—this time with an offer of support. “Kevin McCall hit me my n*a; I’ll give u the 25k u need. I know CB would give it too; he’s a real one. N**s are busy sometimes brada,” he wrote on X, formerly Twitter. His message underscored the complex bonds within hip-hop—where rivalries, loyalty, and empathy often intertwine in unpredictable ways.

Despite the resurfaced drama, Brown’s attention remains fixed on his Breezy Bowl XX Tour, which kicked off in Europe this summer before heading across North America. Sharing the stage with Summer Walker, Bryson Tiller, and Jhené Aiko, Brown closed the tour in Seattle with a high-energy performance, reaffirming his continued presence as one of R&B’s most enduring figures.