Ali Siddiq Reflects on Tupac’s Persona in Podcast Appearance

LOS ANGELES, CA — Comedian Ali Siddiq made headlines during his recent appearance on Shannon Sharpe‘s “Club Shay Shay” podcast, where he offered a unique perspective on the late rapper Tupac Shakur. Siddiq revealed that he did not view Tupac through the same lens as many others did, particularly ahead of Tupac’s untimely death.

“Yeah, I see who now Tupac, I didn’t know that was him. I didn’t know that was him, he’s a dancer, you know… With Digital Underground. But it wasn’t this, it wasn’t that thug persona,” Siddiq explained. He continued to elaborate, stating, “And how would it be a thug persona to somebody who’s already thugging in the streets. Like I’m already a wild man. So I didn’t see him like everybody else saw him.”

Siddiq’s comments have sparked discussion among viewers, with some questioning his reflections on Tupac’s image. One listener remarked, “How come he didn’t say that when Pac was alive?” while another wondered why people continue to portray Tupac as a hardcore thug.

In addition to discussing Tupac, Siddiq also shared a humorous anecdote from his past involving Lil' Kim. He recalled a bold moment at a club where he attempted to flirt with her. “I was on that Hen. Full of it. Had a Hennessy IV. I’m with Bad Boy – ain’t there. This ain’t no Diddy party,” he remembered, adding, “I get right in Kim’s face, and I said, ‘Biggie dead. What are we doing?’ That’s all I had. It was the Hennessy; it wasn’t me. I apologize, Lil Kim.”

Siddiq’s storytelling resonated with many fans, showcasing his unique humorous take on iconic figures in hip-hop culture.