Reason claps back at Podcasters for calling Gigi Lamayne a “downgrade”

Reason claps back at Podcasters for calling Gigi Lamayne a “downgrade”! Rapper Reason, now known as Sizwe Alkaline, has fiercely defended his girlfriend, Gigi Lamayne, after a controversial discussion about their relationship surfaced on a podcast.

The drama unfolded when podcasters Thakgi and Sfiso Ndlovu weighed in on Reason’s relationship with Gigi Lamayne, comparing her to his ex-partner, Metro FM host Luthando “LootLove” Shosha.

LootLove and Reason ended their relationship in May 2020, after sharing a long-term partnership and raising their children together. However, in a recent podcast episode, Thakgi and Sfiso made remarks implying that Reason had “downgraded” by moving on with Gigi.

Sfiso: “Do you think he downgraded? From LootLove to Gigi Lamayne?” (laughs)
Thakgi: “In terms of standard, I feel like it’s dropped a bit.”

Reason claps back at Podcasters

Reason Confronts the Podcasters

Unimpressed by the remarks, Reason confronted the podcasters directly, making a surprise appearance during their latest episode. He did not hold back in calling them out for their disrespectful comments.

“So comfortable talking about me that you might as well talk about me while I’m here,” Reason said as he entered their studio.

He then proceeded to question the logic behind their comments.

“Last week, Sfiso made a comment about Gigi being a downgrade, so I came here to understand what that conversation was about. What part of the game is this? What gives anyone the right to call someone a downgrade?”

The rapper further emphasized that relationships are about love, not status or perceived “power.”

“I’m not dating someone because of their powerhouse. I am not dating someone because of what they have. I’m in a relationship with somebody because I love them.”

Challenging the Narrative of “Downgrading”

Reason continued by questioning how people determine whether someone is a “downgrade” or an “upgrade” in relationships.

“You sit here and have the opinion I downgraded. What downgrade? What gives you the right to sit here and discuss another man’s relationship and have the opinion that they are a downgrade? What are you teaching kids here?”

His passionate response raised an important discussion about respect, societal expectations, and the toxic culture of ranking people in relationships.

Podcasters Issue Public Apology

Following the heated exchange, Thakgi and Sfiso realized their mistake and publicly apologized. They admitted that their remarks were inappropriate and hurtful, and they wished that part of the podcast had never been aired.

Reason later shared their apology on his social media timeline, making it clear that he was not one to tolerate disrespect.

“At the end of the day, let it be known I am not the one.”

His response received overwhelming support from fans, who praised him for standing up for his relationship and his girlfriend.

Fans React to Reason’s Response

Social media users applauded Reason for defending Gigi Lamayne and calling out the culture of comparison in relationships.

@LeboTheWriter: “I respect Reason for this. Relationships aren’t about comparing exes and current partners. Gigi deserves respect.”

@HipHopFanatic: “The way people speak about women like they are trophies to be compared is disgusting. Props to Reason for shutting that down!”

@ZuluPrince: “He said what needed to be said. No one should have to defend their partner’s worth to strangers on a podcast.”

Final Thoughts

Reason’s confrontation with the podcasters serves as a reminder that relationships are personal, and public figures should not be subjected to degrading commentary about their romantic choices.

His response not only defended Gigi Lamayne’s dignity but also challenged the harmful mindset of ranking and judging people’s worth based on status or past relationships.

At the end of the day, love is about connection, not comparison—and Reason made that very clear.