Turns out even The Biggest Boss occasionally has to wait at the gate.

A few days ago, social media had a field day after photos surfaced showing Rick Ross waiting for a commercial flight alongside everyday travelers. Given Ross’s larger-than-life image and constant luxury talk, many people were quick to crack jokes and question what happened to The Biggest Boss.

Well, Ross has officially responded.

In a video posted online, the rapper addressed the viral photos directly, saying, “For the ones who wanna know where my jet at, I obviously didn’t get the memo. It’s being updated with Starlink. You know what Starlink is? Yeah, that’s the half-a-million-dollar Wi-Fi.”

Honestly, this might be one of the most down-to-earth things Ross has ever said.

Too often, Ross speaks in a grand, almost mythical third-person style that can make him seem larger than life. This time, though, he simply explained the situation and moved on. No unnecessary flexing, no overcomplicated story, just a straightforward answer that made him seem surprisingly relatable.

The funny part is that there was never really a controversy to begin with. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with flying commercial. Still, when your brand is built around private jets, luxury estates, and endless wealth talk, people are naturally going to notice.

Either way, Ross handled the situation perfectly. He put the jokes to bed and gave fans something to laugh about.

The timing isn’t bad either. With a new album reportedly arriving in mid-July, any publicity is good publicity.

Quincy

Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.