Jacksonville Sheriff Takes Firm Stance Against Yungeen Ace Amid Drill Music Influence Concerns

Yungeen Ace finds himself unwelcome in Jacksonville as Sheriff T.K. Waters raises alarms over the impact of drill music on local violence.

Sheriff Waters recently spoke out against the rising drill music scene in Jacksonville, drawing attention to its alleged role in escalating community violence.

In an interview with journalist Peter Santenello, Waters did not hold back in criticizing the genre, which originated in Chicago and has now found its way to Florida.

"It's spreading down here, too," Waters remarked. "We aim to push them out. There are a few individuals who know they can't stay here. There was a specific song that I won't even name because I refuse to give them credit."

Specifically pointing to Yungeen Ace's controversial track "Who I Smoke," which samples Vanessa Carlton's "A Thousand Miles," Waters expressed deep concern over its content.

"They took her song and turned it into a rap about real people who have lost their lives in Jacksonville, about five or six individuals," Waters explained. "They are identified in that song. This is what drill rap is about. It's senseless, but it leaves an impact as they talk about actual tragedies."

While Yungeen Ace has not faced formal charges in connection to the murder of fellow rapper Foolio, Sheriff Waters emphasized the ongoing surveillance of individuals like Yungeen Ace for the community's safety.

"We are keeping a close eye on Yungeen Ace and similar groups," Waters stated. "He cannot move around Jacksonville unnoticed. This is crucial for the well-being of our community."

The article sheds light on the growing concerns surrounding drill music's influence in Jacksonville and highlights the controversial figure of Yungeen Ace in the local music scene.