URL: Ultimate Rap League Los Angeles, California, United States Dec 7, 2018

Young KannonvsPass

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AI Verdict

Verdict
Winner
55% confidence
Score
21

This was a highly debatable and stylistically contrasting battle that split the fanbase. While Kannon's high-energy first and third rounds landed well, the consensus is that Pass delivered the single best round of the battle in his second, packed with haymakers like the 'AK under my bed' and 'Chicago known for dying' bars. The third round was the swing, and Pass's consistency and potent material appeared to edge out a very narrow victory in the eyes of a slight fan majority.

Round-by-Round
Kannon came out with incredible energy and a high volume of punches, setting the tone early. Fans felt he clearly took this round by overwhelming Pass from the start.
Rd 2Pass
This was the consensus round of the battle. Pass delivered a vintage performance with memorable, hard-hitting bars that fans repeatedly quoted, including his 'AK under the bed' and controversial Chicago lines. Considered a classic round by many.
Rd 3Pass
The most debated round of the battle. Both rappers had solid material, but neither landed a clear knockout. Pass's angles and direct talk, combined with some fans feeling Kannon's material dipped slightly, allowed him to narrowly edge the round and the battle.
Analysis

In a battle hailed by fans as a showcase for two of the culture's most underrated talents, Young Kannon and Pass delivered a debatable classic that split the building and the comment section. The matchup was a pure clash of styles, pitting Kannon's relentless, punch-heavy offense against Pass's veteran pen and direct, conversational attack. Kannon exploded out of the gate, with many giving him the first round on aggression and volume alone.

However, Pass fired back with a legendary second round, landing haymaker after haymaker that fans are still quoting today. With the battle tied heading into the final round, both MCs left it all on the stage in a third that was too close for many to call. Ultimately, it was a preference battle, but the massive impact of Pass's second round performance gave him the slightest of edges in a battle where both competitors earned their respect.

01Pass's bar, 'When my son was born I had an AK under my bed... he wasn’t scared of Monsters,' was widely praised as one of the best lines of the battle.
02Pass delivered a highly controversial line aimed at Kannon's hometown: 'Y'all Chicago niggas ain't known for shooting, y'all known for dying,' which created a major moment.
03Young Kannon's opening round was noted for its aggressive energy and rapid-fire punchlines, immediately putting Pass on the defensive.
04Fans frequently mocked Young Kannon's 'Wakanda' themed basketball jersey, with many joking it cost him the battle before he even rapped.
What fans loved
  • Fans overwhelmingly celebrated Pass's second round as a masterclass in lyricism and hard-hitting bars.
  • Many viewers praised the battle as a dope, underrated clash of styles between two respected MCs.
  • Young Kannon's high-energy first round was consistently highlighted as his best of the night.
  • Pass's 'AK under the bed' line was cited by numerous fans as the best bar of the entire battle.
Criticisms
  • The winner was highly debated, with many calling the battle a 2-1 either way, depending on fan preference.
  • Viewers widely criticized the event's production, pointing to poor audio quality and mic issues that particularly affected Pass's rounds.
  • Young Kannon's choice of a 'Wakanda' themed jersey became a running joke among fans in the comments.
  • Several fans felt the battle was ultimately forgettable despite having strong moments.

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