Rapper That Mexican OT Says He's Unable To Be 'Canceled' While Defending Use Of The N-Word

Texas-born rapper That Mexican OThas recently stirred up controversy among music listeners.

When pressed about his controversial takes during a recent podcast appearance, the "Johnny Dang" performer shrugged off the line of questioning and boldly declared he wasn't afraid of being "canceled."

"I don't think I can get canceled," That Mexican OT, whose real name is Virgil René Gazca, said on the "Lip Service" podcast, adding, "I can’t get canceled because I didn’t sell my music; I sold me."

Gazca further explained that he's unbothered by the thought of negative press due to his loyal fan base.

“These people know who the f-ck I am, and they love me, and they appreciate me. That’s why I can go f-ckin’ jump off a bridge and eat a bowl of sh-t, and they’re gonna f-ckin’ love it.”

He continued: “Even if you don’t agree with what the f-ck I’m saying, there’s a whole world that is behind me. And not only is there a whole behind me, it’s so fearlessly me that you have no choice but to respect it.”

Later, during the conversation, the "Hit List" performer explained why he believes it's okay for him to use racial slurs, specifically the N-word.

“I’m gonna tell you why … I wish there was some Black dudes in here,” he said, looking around the room before spotting one. “OK, we’re gonna use him. What the f-ck are you gonna do about it? And then second of all, I grew up loving these motherf-ckers. I grew up fighting with them. I grew up eating with them. I grew up f-ckin’ doing bad sh-t with them.”

He further attempted to justify his language by explaining that he has Black family members, a connection he seemingly believes excuses the pain his words could cause.

“Even if I wasn’t related to nobody that was Black, I mean, sh-t, it’s what the f-ck I was surrounded by,” he said.

According to Gazca, he doesn't mean any disrespect with his words.

“But if you’re from where I’m from, or anywhere, what the f-ck are you gonna do about it?” he said. “I went to the jungle and earned the lion’s head. And now I’ll dominate anywhere … You will respect me the same way I respect you.”

And this isn't the first time That Mexican OT has defended his reckless statements.

He echoed a similar sentiment during a 2023 podcast, per Complex, saying, “We’re all brown, you know?”

“What the f-ck does Black act like? You tell me what a color acts like, stupid f-ck," he continued. "It’s a culture thing. I feel that’s the best way I can put it.”

In 2024, Beyoncé brought significant new attention to That Mexican OT's career after giving him a shout-out while promoting her three-act project, which currently consists of "RENAISSANCE" and "COWBOY CARTER."

During the promotional run for her project, Beyoncé gave a rare shout-out to the Texas-born rapper, stating simply, "He goes hard!"

After Gazca's comments went viral, social media users swiftly weighed in to express their disapproval.

"Saying 'what are you going to do about it' in a room full of Black men should’ve been grounds to getting JUMPED … cmon now," one user posted.

And another clearly agreed, writing, "'Wtf you gonna do about it' is a HORRIBLE way to justify your use of that word. Some people will take you up on that. Stay humble, stay safe."

"What is non black peoples obsession with saying the n word?" a different commenter asked.

A fourth fan wrote, "Prime example of when y'all let people NOT from our culture just loiter in it!!"

"He’ll never reach the next tier in his career because of this moment," another user predicted. "But I’m sure he has no problem with being a local legend."

"Just because you love us don’t make you us," a person wrote, while another added, "Proximity to blackness does NOT equal permission and cultural entitlement."