In a new interview, the 'Panda' hitmaker claims he 'didn't know' what he was doing when he exposed himself on a flight, which prompted his arrest and subsequent charges.
- Jul 11, 2024
AceShowbiz - When celebrities make headlines for controversial situations, the explanations can sometimes be as shocking and bizarre as the incidents themselves. The latest example comes from rapper Desiigner, who found himself in hot water over an indecent exposure charge following a flight to Japan. His recent interview on the "No Jumper" podcast left many scratching their heads.
In his conversation with Adam22 on the podcast, Desiigner recounted how he was completely out of it mentally during the flight, largely attributing his behavior to a lack of sugar due to his vegan diet. "I didn't know what I was doing, I was fully tweaked out of my mind," the rapper claimed. "When I was vegan, I didn't have enough sugars and stuff like that, so it was like I was out of my body."
He elaborated on his state of mind, noting that he was on medication at the time and had fallen asleep on the plane, only to wake up in a disoriented state, saying, "I'm, like, out of my body saying wild s**t."
Whether or not fans buy his explanation is another story, but it quickly became apparent that opinions were divided.
Desiigner did previously open up about the broader mental health and substance issues he has faced, which he believes led to his inappropriate behavior on the flight. In a statement to TMZ, he said, "For the past few months I have not been ok, and I have been struggling to come to terms with what is going on."
He went on to explain how, during an overseas concert tour, he had to be hospitalized, "They gave me meds, and I had to hop on a plane home."
Desiigner expressed deep regret for his actions, emphasizing the seriousness of mental health. "I am ashamed of my actions that happened on that plane," he continued. "I landed back to the states, and am admitting myself in a facility to help me [and] will be cancelling all of my shows and any obligations until further notice. Mental health is real guys, please pray for me. If you're not feeling like yourself please get help."
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of mental health and the often-unseen struggles faced by public figures. While Desiigner's explanation has puzzled some and drawn criticism from others, his candid account sheds light on the profound impact mental health issues can have on one's actions and decisions. For young fans, his words can be a compelling call to take mental health seriously and seek help when needed.