A new Verzuz battle is brewing and this time, hip-hop icons Nelly and Ludacris will go head to head.
Legendary producers Swizz Beatz and Timbaland made the epic announcement on Instagram Live following Saturday’s first female battle between Jill Scott and Erykah Badu, who’s battle brought in an impressive 750k viewers, with even Michelle Obama tuning in.
“Ludacris called me and said he wanted the smoke,” Swizz revealed, while Tim responded, “Nelly want the smoke with Ludacris!”
Nelly’s biggest records defined an era, with his catalog including hits “Hot in Herre,” and “Air Force 1’s,” while Ludacris sports an impressive film and music career with several chart topping hits including “Move B****” and “Stand Up.”
The heavyweights will face off in the IG battle on Saturday, May 16th in what is sure to become one of the most epic battles in the Verzuz series.
Who will you be rooting for?