Max B, the Harlem rapper, marked his first day of freedom on November 9, 2023, after spending 18 years in prison. His release has sparked joy across social media, with many fans sharing clips of him reuniting with family and friends. Embracing his newfound freedom, Max B immediately attended the New York Jets game against the Cleveland Browns at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
In a brief interview shared on Instagram at The People Gallery, Max B expressed his gratitude for being home. “I feel righteous,” he stated, adding, “I’m feeling good, I’m grateful, I’m thankful. God is good.” As he celebrated his release, he also offered fans some fashion advice, emphasizing the importance of authenticity in personal style. “Listen, man, just be yourself. Get what you can afford… And wear what you wear. If it looks good on you, own it.”
Max B, whose legal name is Max Biggaveli, sported a stylish Louis Vuitton outfit while commemorating the reduction of his original 75-year sentence on charges related to conspiracy, murder, and assault. His conviction was vacated following a guilty plea in 2016, leading to his release today.
### A New Chapter and Reconciliation
Looking ahead, Max B is eager to mend fences within the hip-hop community. He recently expressed his desire to resolve past conflicts with fellow rapper Jim Jones, with whom he shares a complicated history. “Listen, Jim said a bunch of hard s**t about me,” he remarked during a phone call from prison. “It’s all good. Listen, man. It’s love, man. I want to start over.”
At 47 years old, Max B reflects on his transformation during his time away. “I’m a new man. I’m a married man. I got four kids. Like, I’m on a whole different time right now,” he shared. As he re-enters the music scene, he invites collaboration from other artists, stating, “Anybody that can keep up with the boss don, anybody that’s an A-lister, anybody that got a sack, look me up. I’ma get you right, I’ma get you wavy.”
Max B’s return to the public eye has energized his fanbase and ignited conversations about his future projects. With a clear focus on family and personal growth, he aims to make the most of this new chapter in his life, both as an artist and as a father.
