Soulja Boy Calls Out The Copycats On “Be Like Me”

Soulja Boy is back with “Be Like Me,” a new track built around one of the biggest themes of his career: his influence on hip hop. The veteran rapper has spent years pointing out the artists and trends he believes were inspired by his early work, and he brings that same message to his latest release.

Over a familiar Soulja Boy flow, the rapper makes it clear that he believes plenty of artists have followed his blueprint. His confident delivery gives the song a direct feel, while the subject brings attention back to his place in hip hop history. Whether listeners agree with every claim or not, Soulja Boy’s impact during the LimeWire and early blog era remains an important part of his story.