Could the stars be aligning for a dramatic resurrection of old feuds amid the chaotic cosmos of celebrity culture? Well, it seems that’s just what’s happened as Chopper, the former Bad Boy artist known for his unforgettable moments on Making the Band 2, has decided to poke the bear that is Stevie J once again. During a recent chat with The Art of Dialogue, Chopper laid bare his frustrations over Stevie’s comments about the show’s infamous “cheesecake walk”—a moment that still sends ripples through the hip-hop world two decades later. There’s something oddly cosmic about venturing into long-buried grudges and personal claims, as if Saturn’s retrograde has us all reflecting on unresolved tensions. Chopper’s feelings of disrespect are palpable; they resonate deeply in a world where reality TV drama has often overshadowed the art itself. And just when you thought it couldn’t get juicier, he’s dropped a bombshell that could leave fans guessing—did he really have a fling with Stevie J’s girlfriend back in the day? Buckle up, because this saga is far from over, and the energy surrounding it is electrifying, just like the unpredictable shifts of the universe!
Chopper has revived a long-dormant feud with music producer Stevie J, revealing a personal claim that’s reignited interest in the behind-the-scenes drama of Making the Band 2. The former Bad Boy artist, once a rising star under Diddy’s watch, spoke candidly during a recent interview with The Art of Dialogue. His frustration stemmed from Stevie J’s recent comments mocking the reality show’s infamous “cheesecake walk,” a moment that has lived in hip-hop lore for over two decades.
The New Orleans rapper said he felt deeply disrespected by Stevie J’s tone, especially given the years that have passed since the show aired. For Chopper, the mockery wasn’t about nostalgia—it felt like a targeted slight against his character. “I felt disrespected,” Chopper said plainly. “I never did Stevie J anything for him to speak on me like that.”
Then came a jarring revelation. Chopper claimed that during a trip to Puerto Rico in 2003, he had a sexual relationship with Stevie J’s then-girlfriend. He didn’t name the woman, but “let that blow your mind” fueled speculation referring to rap star Eve. Eve was reportedly in a relationship with Stevie J at the time and known for her chart-topping 2001 single “Let Me Blow Ya Mind.” The timing of the alleged encounter coincided with the height of Making the Band 2’s drama, when creative tensions, clashing egos, and pressure from reality television produced combustible moments both on and off-screen. Chopper insists that his anger wasn’t directed at Da Band or the cheesecake stunt itself, but rather at Stevie J’s dismissive attitude.
The explosive claim turned social media into a battleground of speculation. Some defending Chopper’s right to defend his name while others questioned the motivation behind the timing. Still, the interview stirred memories of the intense environment created by Diddy’s reality series. Making The Band reality show shaped careers but left emotional scars in its wake. Chopper’s statement reminded fans that the wounds from reality TV’s golden era haven’t fully healed. His words also reveal how unresolved tension and personal pride continue to shape the legacy of Making the Band.