Joey Bada$$, known for his stint as Unique on the hit series Power Book III: Raising Kanan, recently spoke out about his departure from the show. While interacting with TMZ alongside his girlfriend Serayah in New York City, the multi-talented artist shared his sentiments regarding his character’s exit and hinted at the challenges of managing his dual careers.
Expressing a mix of disappointment and understanding, the Pro Era MC admitted, “I was very mad. I was upset.” However, he shed light on the intricate juggling act between his rap career and acting commitments that led to his character’s departure. “Unfortunately, I do have two careers that I’m balancing. So I had to go on tour, and we just kinda couldn’t make it work. So they had to take out Unique.”
Despite his exit, Joey Bada$$ hinted at the possibility of a return, suggesting, “Maybe we can start a petition or somethin and tell 50 Cent to bring me back.” His openness to a potential comeback echoes his deep connection with the character and the show’s fanbase.
While the rapper-actor refrained from divulging specifics about his tour, he did offer an eagerly awaited update for his fans regarding new music. “New music is coming, definitely soon. This month, actually. This is my birthday month, so I’m definitely gon’ put something out in a couple of weeks,” shared Joey Bada$$, who is set to celebrate his 29th birthday on January 20.
This revelation serves as exciting news for his dedicated fanbase eagerly anticipating his musical endeavors. As Joey Bada$$ continues to captivate audiences with his artistic versatility, both in the world of entertainment and music, fans are poised for what promises to be an eventful and melodious celebration of his talent this January.