Days after YMCMB boss Lil Wayne apologized, for his controversial lyrics on Future’s song “Karate Chop,” PepsiCo has severed ties with the rapper. Wayne referred to beating someone during a sexual act and says he wants to do as much damage as was done to Till.

 PepsiCo said in a statement late Friday that Wayne’s “offensive reference to a revered civil rights icon does not reflect the values of our brand.” They declined to provide any further comment on any current promotions it might have in the market with Wayne.

A publicist for Lil Wayne, Sarah Cunningham, said that the split was due to “creative differences” and that it was an amicable parting.  “That’s about all I can tell you at this time,” she said.

It took several months, but Lil Wayne has finally apologized to the family of Emmett Till for his offensive lyrics on Future’s song, “Karate Chop.”

Till’s family recently decided they would rally for Mountain Dew to drop Lil Wayne over the offensive lyrics. Learning from what Reebok did to Rick Ross under pressure — Lil Wayne’s camp quickly put out the apology written below.

Dear Till Family:

As a recording artist, I have always been interested in word play. My lyrics often reference people, places and events in my music, as well as the music that I create for or alongside other artists.

It has come to my attention that lyrics from my contribution to a fellow artist’s song has deeply offended your family. As a father myself, I cannot imagine the pain that your family has had to endure. I would like to take a moment to acknowledge your hurt, as well as the letter you sent to me via your attorneys.

Moving forward, I will not use or reference Emmett Till or the Till family in my music, especially in an inappropriate manner. I fully support Epic Record’s decision to take down the unauthorized version of the song and to not include the reference in the version that went to retail. I will not be performing the lyrics that contain that reference live and have removed them from my catalogue.

I have tremendous respect for those who paved the way for the liberty and opportunities that African-Americans currently enjoy. As a business owner who employs several African-American employees and gives philanthropically to organizations that help youth to pursue their dreams my ultimate intention is to uplift rather than degrade our community.

Best,

Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr.
Lil Wayne