Guitarist Lost It At Lil Wayne’s Disrespect For Eddie Van Halen’s Guitar
via Steve Terreberry / Youtube
It’s common to see respect for great musicians and their distinctive instruments as sacred ground. When two musical cultures unexpectedly collide, it may startle the industry and spark heated discussions among both fans and musicians. A similar situation happened when Lil Wayne, the renowned rapper, and Steve Terreberry, a well-known guitarist and YouTube personality, found themselves on opposite sides of a musical argument.
The Disrespectful Incident
The incident in question took place during an episode of Terreberry’s YouTube series, Lil Wayne vs. Steve Terreberry, in which the two artists engaged in a friendly discussion about their respective musical backgrounds. The conversation took an unexpected turn when Lil Wayne casually dismissed the significance of legendary guitarist Eddie Van Halen’s iconic “Frankenstrat” guitar.
In the video, Lil Wayne, seemingly unimpressed by the guitar, commented that Van Halen’s contribution to music was exaggerated and that he himself could have made a similar instrument. This casual dismissal of a guitar that has become a rock and roll history symbol raised eyebrows among music enthusiasts and ignited a passionate response from Terreberry.
As Lil Wayne continued to express his opinions, Terreberry’s face displayed a mixture of disbelief and outrage. He passionately defended Van Halen’s legacy, emphasizing the incredible skill and innovation that Van Halen brought to the world of guitar playing. Terreberry, a dedicated guitarist himself, went on to explain the significance of the “Frankenstrat” guitar and its role in shaping the sound of rock music.
Watch the video below.