According to Genius , the song is a "diss track" born from NLE Choppa’s real-life breakup with his girlfriend, Mariah.

The music video, directed by @shotbyjolo, hit 5 million views on YouTube within just two days of its release.

The song was released on December 10, 2019, just two days after the death of rapper Juice WRLD. Choppa, who was friends with Juice WRLD, included a shout-out to him in the lyrics, adding a layer of grief to the track. Lyrical Themes: Fame and Survival

In the lyrics, Choppa reflects on the irony of helping a partner gain fame, only to be rejected or "blocked" by them once they achieve it.

Watch the official music video for NLE Choppa's "Famous Hoes" to see how these themes are brought to life visually: NLE Choppa - Famous Hoes [Official Music Video] NLE CHOPPA YouTube• Dec 9, 2019 Cultural Impact

It serves as a reminder of his rapid ascent; he released the song at age 17 during a breakthrough year where he amassed hundreds of millions of views.

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