Lil Baby Accused of Exaggerating Revenue Claims for New Weed Strain WHAM
Lil Baby, the chart-topping rapper, is making headlines—but not just for his music. This time, he’s under scrutiny for allegedly inflating the revenue figures of his new weed strain, WHAM, launched under his brand, The Holding Company. While the rapper claims massive success for the product, some fans and critics aren’t buying it.
The $30.4 Million Revenue Claim Sparks Doubts
On January 14, Lil Baby’s The Holding Company announced that its WHAM cannabis line had generated a staggering $30.4 million from over 327,000 orders in just two weeks since its launch. The announcement, accompanied by a revenue graphic, quickly gained attention after being shared by Akademiks on social media.
However, fans were quick to question the validity of the claims. Comments pointed out discrepancies in the graphic, such as inaccurate fonts and unrealistic calculations.
- One fan remarked: “This isn’t a real Shopify screenshot lol. Font is incorrect.”
- Another added, “You Can’t Sell US Bullshit… We know the prices… $30 million divided by $2,000 per lb means he sold 15,000 lbs in 15 days… Yeah, AIGHT.”
- A third noted, “If you’re gonna lie, at least make it believable. Shit don’t even make sense.”
Music Success Continues with WHAM Album
While the success of his cannabis line is under scrutiny, Lil Baby’s music career is soaring. His latest album, WHAM, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for the week ending January 18, beating heavyweights like Bad Bunny, SZA, Kendrick Lamar, and Sabrina Carpenter.
This marks Lil Baby’s fourth No. 1 album, following It’s Only Me, The Voice of the Heroes (with Lil Durk), and My Turn. Released on January 3, WHAM features collaborations with Travis Scott, Future, Young Thug, GloRilla, Rod Wave, Rylo, and 21 Savage.
Upcoming Album: Dominique
Lil Baby isn’t stopping there. Just weeks after WHAM’s release, the Atlanta rapper is gearing up to drop another album titled Dominique.
Taking to Instagram on January 12, Lil Baby shared impressive stats for WHAM and teased the upcoming release:
“See yall again in a couple weeks. ‘Dominique’ The Album 2-?-25.”
Lil Baby first announced the dual-album release strategy during an appearance on Lil Yachty’s A Safe Place podcast in December. He explained how the two albums differ:
- WHAM is focused on the “young n****a” lifestyle: fast cars, jewelry, money, and a party vibe.
- Dominique is more introspective and personal, reflecting a new chapter in Lil Baby’s career.
“I hate the word vulnerable, but I’m gonna be more open to my fans and my audience,” Baby said.
The Bigger Picture
While Lil Baby’s WHAM strain faces skepticism, his dominance in music remains undisputed. With his latest album already a hit and another on the horizon, he continues to solidify his status as one of the biggest names in hip-hop.
Whether the claims about WHAM’s revenue are true or not, Lil Baby’s hustle is undeniable, and fans will be watching closely as his 2025 unfolds.
