"Just stop talking": Netizens react as Young Thug claims he's white on the 'UY SCUTI' cover to become the "biggest" like "Michael Jackson, Eminem"

Young Thug, in a live stream with Adin Ross, unveiled the concept of his most recent album, UY SCUTI. The rapper disclosed that the album cover artwork depicting him as white was an intentional artistic decision, meant to open up a discussion and break the belief.

Young Thug clarified that the reason behind the decision was his intention to become a 'legend,' that he aspired to be like legends such as Michael Jackson and Eminem.

He claims that the visual transformation is based on a bigger vision of establishing his name among the most influential figures in the field of music, and with the help of striking and unusual imagery, he will leave a strong impression on pop culture.

Young Thug explains his album cover was inspired by iconic stars and a desire to reach the top

In a chat with Adin Ross, the artist said the idea for his album cover came from his wish to be one of the top stars in music.

He pointed out that big names like Michael Jackson and Eminem had made a mark worldwide, and he wanted his work to show that kind of big effect. Young Thug said:

"If you wanna be the biggest, go white... I was just thinking like, damn, who the biggest? You got motherf*ckers like Michael Jackson, Eminem..."