Bow Wow has officially retired from rap on Sunday.
The once childhood rap superstar embarked on what might be his last tour in the beginning of August. The tour is taking place in Australia, stopping in cities such as Canberra, Newcastle, and Melbourne. After performing at a club called Alumbra, Moss shared photos on social media with a surprise message to his fans.
"Retirement only means that it is time for a new adventure" over 10 million sold. This the last one. THANK YOU pic.twitter.com/XnWldHxYrB
— Shad Moss(Bow Wow) (@smoss) August 7, 2016
"I always said years ago i'd retire from music before 30. I just cant see myself at 30 years old rapping" pic.twitter.com/U7Fs4R6WMf
— Shad Moss(Bow Wow) (@smoss) August 7, 2016
"Made over 20 million off rap. Why be greedy? Im good with everything i accomplished. I made it to the white house" pic.twitter.com/bSnDdG7cRF
— Shad Moss(Bow Wow) (@smoss) August 7, 2016
It’s not shocking news that he retired due to his struggling presence in the rap game in the past few years. Bow Wow exploded onto the scene in the early 2000’s releasing several platinum and gold albums alongside his mentor Jermaine Dupri. He’s starred in a handful of movies including the cult classic Like Mike. As he grew older his rap career fell flat, but he still had a few noticeable moments including singing with Young Money and Face Off with Omarion.
When he first announced his retirement many saw an opportunity to throw shade.
Tryna figure out what Bow Wow's retiring from, cause music retired from him about a decade ago.
— Hushard Benedict (@DatMichCray) August 7, 2016
"Is Bow Wow retitred?" – No one
— AMBA ÛTIGE (@Blkgy) August 7, 2016
Bow wow said he retiring from Rap today……Honestly thought he retired 10 years ago maybe it's just me
— BRICK OWENS (@My_Fish_Died) August 7, 2016
But the hardcore fans that grew up with Bow Wow’s music and career weren’t having it. They quickly came to his defense on Twitter.
Bow Wow retired and we didn't get Beware of Dog 2 smh. Is there no justice in this world.
— IV (@Dxrrick) August 7, 2016
Bow Wow got more platinum albums & sold out tours then your favorite rapper stop the hate
— Music is Life (@Music_orNothing) August 7, 2016
Bow Wow's "announcement" isn't really an announcement. More like an acknowledgment.
— Pretty_MusAKAl (@PoisedNPearls) August 7, 2016
If hip hop had a logo it should be Bow Wow. Mr. BET himself
— Thinzel Washington (@Sherlockhomeboi) August 7, 2016
There is some light at the end of the tunnel. Thank you for Beware of Dog, Bow. It’s a classic no matter what anyone else thinks.
