Dating A Rapper In 2020; Luxury, Lessons & Lurkers

In the year 2020, it is safe to say that some of today’s biggest social media influencers are the girlfriends of rap’s biggest names. The most popular of these tastemakers tend to attract a plethora of faithful followers, who envy their lifestyle and the men who may have played a role in providing it. While the optics reek of privilege and luxury, one can only wonder what lies beneath the lavishness.

The perks that come with being the leading lady in a rapper’s life cannot be ignored. While adorned in designer fashion and diamonds fit for Queen Elizabeth, flying private to opulent vacations does not sound half bad. After all, every woman deserves to dwell in such luxuries. And let’s not forget the business opportunities that this title can afford a woman. One post from your man to his massive following, and boom, here comes 30,000 new Instagram followers and a career in social media influencing virtually overnight. If managed properly, the influencer game could maintain a healthy income long after the relationship ends. Not to mention an endless supply of cash that could fund nearly any dream you’ve ever had. Dating a celebrity can also put you in rooms with powerful people worth networking with, a seat at the table if you will.

Dating a rapper while he is unsigned with no real buzz is great until he catches that big break. The newfound glitz and fame, along with the years invested before his success, maybe enough to make the relationship last. But let’s face it, there is no denying that successful rappers will attract an overabundance of women, many of whom are just waiting to be granted the opportunity with him. The social media era has shown us time and time again that the quickest way to clout is to be affiliated with a major artist, especially if there’s a story to be told. Expect whatever DM’s that take place between your boo and whichever pretty woman he gives in to surface expeditiously on your timeline, leaving social media users to voice their unwarranted opinions. But hey, on the bright side, you can most certainly cry in a Rolls Royce, right?

And speaking of strangers’ opinions on the internet, be prepared to be picked apart for anything you say or do. While every critique won’t be negative, any bad hair day or random Keyshia Cole lyric you tweet may turn you into a trending topic. While your supporters will jump to your defense, a thick skin is mandatory to maintain high self-esteem.

With any relationship, ups and downs are mandatory. However, it is essential to recognize whether your heart can handle the luxury, lessons, and frequent lurkers.