Most Talked-About Controversies Linked to Meek Mill
A closer look at the most debated and controversial moments involving Meek Mill.
Meek Mill, born Robert Rihmeek Williams, is an American rapper from Philadelphia. He began as a battle rapper before forming the group The Bloodhoundz. His career gained momentum after signing with T.I.'s Grand Hustle Records in 2008, although he later left without releasing any material. In 2011, he joined Rick Ross' Maybach Music Group (MMG). His performances on MMG's "Self Made Vol. 1" compilation album, particularly the singles "Tupac Back" and "Ima Boss", significantly boosted his recognition and secured him his first Billboard Hot 100 entry.
2007: Original 2007 Case
In 2007, Meek Mill was initially arrested, leading to the legal battles and scrutiny that followed in later years.
2008: Mixtape Releases and Legal Issues
In 2008, Meek Mill continued releasing mixtapes. He was also convicted of possession of drug paraphernalia and a loaded firearm, leading to a prison sentence and probation.
2008: Federal drug and gun charges
In 2008, Meek Mill faced federal drug and gun charges, leading to his probation. This past conviction would later contribute to probation violations in the future.
2008: Conviction on Drug and Firearm Charges
In 2008, Meek Mill was convicted of possession of drug paraphernalia, and second-degree possession of a loaded firearm, resulting in a prison sentence and probation.
2008: Initial 2008 conviction
In 2008, Meek Mill's initial conviction's arresting officer came into question due to credibility issues, cited by the Philadelphia district attorney when petitioning for his release from prison.
January 6, 2013: Cassidy releases diss track "Raid"
On January 6, 2013, Cassidy released a 10-minute-long diss response titled "Raid" in response to a feud with Meek Mill.
May 2013: Probation violation and etiquette classes
In May 2013, Meek Mill was found to have violated his probation for failing to report travel plans and social media postings resulting in death threats to his probation officer. He was ordered to take etiquette classes.
June 2013: Continual failure to report travel plans
In June 2013, the court noted that Meek Mill continually failed to report his travel plans. A deadline was established for etiquette classes, with the judge noting Mill has "a lot of issues".
August 2013: Mentioned in Kendrick Lamar's "Control" Verse
In August 2013, Meek Mill was among the rappers mentioned by Kendrick Lamar in his guest verse on Big Sean's "Control". Lamar proclaimed himself the king of both coasts and threatened to "murder" the mentioned rappers.
September 5, 2013: Meek Mill releases diss record
On September 5, 2013, Meek Mill released another diss record towards Cassidy, titled "Kendrick You Next," despite previously stating "Repo" would be his final diss.
September 9, 2013: Release of "Ooh, Kill 'Em"
On September 9, 2013, Meek Mill released "Ooh, Kill 'Em" as a response to Kendrick Lamar's verse on "Control."
October 2013: Social Media Argument with Wale
In October 2013, Meek Mill initiated a dispute on social media with fellow Maybach Music Group artist Wale for allegedly not supporting him in his feud with Cassidy. He also criticized Wale for not supporting his second studio album.
July 11, 2014: Probation revoked, sentenced to jail
On July 11, 2014, Meek Mill's probation was revoked and he was sentenced to three to six months in jail.
July 2015: Criticism of Drake on Twitter
In July 2015, Meek Mill publicly criticized Drake on Twitter for allegedly not writing his own lyrics, particularly for the song "R.I.C.O." He claimed Drake used a ghostwriter, Quentin Miller, and was upset that Drake didn't promote his album.
July 25, 2015: Drake premieres diss track "Charged Up"
On July 25, 2015, Drake premiered the track "Charged Up" on the Beats 1 OVO Radio Show as a response to Meek Mill's allegations. Drake dissed Meek Mill's sales volume and Funkmaster Flex.
August 2015: Dispute with AR-Ab Escalates
In August 2015, the dispute between Meek Mill and AR-Ab escalated. On August 6, during a performance, Mill responded to AR-Ab's siding with Drake. AR-Ab then released his version of "Back to Back" on August 8, dissing Mill, and Omelly (Meek's cousin) released his version of "Back to Back" dissing AR-Ab.
December 17, 2015: Guilty of parole violation
On December 17, 2015, Meek Mill was found guilty of a parole violation for performing at an Atlanta show for Nicki Minaj's Pinkprint tour, the 2015 BET Awards and American Music Awards without reporting his actions to gain approval.
January 25, 2016: Dissing 50 Cent on 4/4 EP
On January 25, 2016, Meek Mill dissed 50 Cent, Rick Ross's long-time nemesis, on his extended play, 4/4 (not counting the remix to Drake and Future's "I'm the Plug").
February 5, 2016: Sentenced to house arrest
On February 5, 2016, Meek Mill was sentenced to 90 days of house arrest. He was also sentenced to an extended six years probation.
June 2, 2016: Additional house arrest
On June 2, 2016, Meek Mill was sentenced to eight additional days of house arrest for not completing his required community service hours.
June 30, 2016: Joe Budden Disses Meek Mill and Drake
On June 30, 2016, Joe Budden dissed Meek Mill and Drake on "Making a Murderer, Pt. 1," which was a counter-diss to Drake's "4PM in Calabasas," and also on his guest verse to French Montana's "No Shopping".
September 16, 2016: The Game releases diss track "92 Bars"
On September 16, 2016, The Game released a freestyle, "92 Bars," which was rumored to be a diss towards Meek Mill, leading to an Instagram exchange and subsequent diss tracks.
September 26, 2016: Dispute with Beanie Sigel
On September 26, 2016, a dispute began between Meek Mill and Beanie Sigel after Sigel criticized Mill's intelligence in a radio interview. Shortly after, Sigel was reportedly punched by one of Mill's associates.
December 2016: Shooting outside Connecticut concert
In December 2016, Jaquan Graves was shot and killed in the parking lot outside a Connecticut concert, leading to a lawsuit against Meek Mill and Roc Nation in November 2017.
March 11, 2017: Arrest at St. Louis airport
On March 11, 2017, Meek Mill was arrested at the St. Louis Lambert International Airport in Missouri for allegedly assaulting two employees and was given a court summons.
November 6, 2017: Sentenced to state prison for parole violation
On November 6, 2017, Meek Mill was sentenced to two to four years in state prison for violating his parole and served five months at the State Correctional Institution.
November 2017: Sentenced to Prison for Parole Violation
In November 2017, Meek Mill was sentenced to two to four years in prison for violating parole, which became a highly publicized legal challenge.
November 29, 2017: Lawsuit from family of Jaquan Graves
On November 29, 2017, Meek Mill and Roc Nation were sued by the family of Jaquan Graves, who was shot and killed in the parking lot outside a Connecticut concert in December 2016.
February 2018: Officer under scrutiny for mishandling 2007 case
In February 2018, the officer from Meek Mill's original 2007 case was scrutinized for potential mishandling of the arrest due to a whistle-blower's testimony, leading to an appeal to reverse the conviction.
November 2018: Meek Mill's Interview on 6ix9ine's Arrest
In November 2018, during an interview with Power 106, Meek Mill expressed a desire to warn rapper 6ix9ine, who had been arrested earlier that month on racketeering, weapons, and drugs charges, about the consequences of his actions.
January 2019: Meek Mill Predicts 6ix9ine's Cooperation with Prosecutors
In January 2019, after it was revealed that 6ix9ine would be cooperating with prosecutors in his case, Meek Mill tweeted that he had predicted this outcome and would continually diss him for it.
May 2019: Turned away from Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
In May 2019, Meek Mill was turned away from the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas when attempting to attend a show, leading to allegations of racial discrimination.
May 25, 2019: Intention to pursue legal action
On May 25, 2019, Meek Mill said that he intended to pursue legal action against the Cosmopolitan hotel for racial discrimination; however, he later accepted their apology and dropped the plan.
June 2020: 6ix9ine Criticizes Meek Mill's Protest Song
In June 2020, 6ix9ine criticized Meek Mill for releasing his protest song, "Otherside of America," while not "protesting."
February 14, 2021: Altercation with 6ix9ine outside Atlanta Club
On February 14, 2021, Meek Mill and 6ix9ine had an altercation outside an Atlanta club, during which 6ix9ine mocked Mill for having security and lunged at them, only to be stopped by Mill's security. Both rappers posted videos of the incident.
February 19, 2021: 6ix9ine Releases Diss Track "Zaza"
On February 19, 2021, 6ix9ine released a diss track aimed at Meek Mill titled "Zaza", accompanied by a music video that included a clip of their altercation. In response, Mill issued a cease and desist to 6ix9ine.
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