Crunk King Declares Independence: Duke Deuce Exits Quality Control

In a move that's shocked the hip hop world, Memphis monster Duke Deuce has announced his departure from mega-label Quality Control Records. But in an illuminating new interview with Say Cheese TV, the self-proclaimed "crunk star" made it clear this was no disgruntled diva act - it was about taking his full potential to the highest level as an independent ruler.

Speaking with his usual energetic charisma, Deuce affirmed for all that this wasn't a personal judgment on QC heads Coach K and Pee Thomas. "Them my guys, I love 'em," he stated emphatically of the bosses who first championed his diabolical style.

However, having blown up under their banner, from early anthems like "Crunk Ain't Dead" to 2021's breakout full-length of the same name, Deuce made it clear he's come too far to be creatively confined anywhere.

"I ain't just a regular rapper, I'm a crunk star, I'm a rock star - a global artist. You can't put me in the trap box," he declared with a confidence borne of intrinsic vision and undeniable success cementing his claim.

While undeniably sad to lose such a flagship Tennessee talent, QC's massive co-sign and fostering of his early buzz proved the launching pad that's molded Deuce into the master of his own imperium. They undoubtedly wish him luck as he continues breaking new frontiers.

For Deuce, leaving the nest represents taking the reins of his blossoming brand without limits. Freed from contractual constraints, he's energized to grasp all opportunities as his notoriety grows worldwide off viral anthems and electric live shows.

Followers share his palpable thrill, rabid to witness uncaged brilliance as only Duke can deliver it - alone but far from lonely at the top of this self-made empire. No doubt he'll shake things up like never before on his defiant path of independence. The greatest is yet to come from this crunk king’s glittering sovereign realm.