DDG Addresses Paycheck to Paycheck Living Claims Amidst Online Criticism
Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr., known widely as DDG, stirred controversy during a Twitch livestream on April 20, 2025, when he claimed that he lives paycheck to paycheck in order to sustain his lavish lifestyle. The 27-year-old internet personality’s comments fueled speculation regarding accusations that he artificially inflated his view counts on YouTube.
Debunking the Accusations
During his stream, DDG refuted rumors of “buying”views, emphasizing that while he currently earns a substantial income, this was not always the case. He shared insights into his financial situation, noting that his high living expenses force him to continually create content. As he articulated:
“I have to make money (as) my bills are high… My bills high as sh*t. Like n**ga, I don’t work, I’m gonna go broke ASAP. Like, n**ga, I have to work. I don’t have a choice.”
DDG elaborated on the pressures of his financial obligations, referencing multiple properties, vehicles, and responsibilities to his family, including his young son, Halo.
Public Reaction and Criticism
The livestream clips rapidly gained traction on social media, precipitating a wave of backlash regarding his financial management. One user quipped:
“Bro needs to learn a little about frugality.”
Netizens continued to voice their opinions, with one commenting:
“If you can’t put your luxurious life aside to be in a position that you can’t ever be broke that’s on you,”
and another adding:
“Living check to check and you’re not poor…that’s a literal self-made problem.”
Comments regarding his previous offer to give away Brazilian Butt Lifts (BBL) last October further aggravated criticisms.
“Why is he giving away free BBL to random women???”
Another user remarked:
“Ya believe anything these streamers say. Whole time he just clip farming content.”
Clarifying His Financial Status
In response to the escalating criticism, DDG took to another livestream, clarifying his financial circumstances. He refuted the notion that he had bought views, asserting that his passion for content creation on YouTube and Twitch was pivotal in maintaining his lifestyle. He specified:
“I spend a lot of money. And when you spend money, you make money. That’s just how it goes.”
In his subsequent session, DDG addressed various comments, including questioning his son’s extravagant birthday gift of a Ferrari F8. He denied purchasing the vehicle, explaining it was merely for photo opportunities, stating:
“Why would I buy a 1-year-old a Ferrari?”
Setting the Record Straight
During his livestream, DDG insisted, rather emphatically:
“I’m nowhere near broke, not even close. I can literally not stream for years, not post for years, not drop music for years… and not be broke.”
He expressed that he disliked flaunting wealth and insisted his lifestyle was sustainable based on his income. Moreover, DDG recently jested during a podcast appearance about his financial aspirations, claiming he aspired to reach a net worth of $100 million.
“Yeah, I’m a Libra though, (We) be lying and sh*t.”
As of now, DDG has not provided any further updates regarding his financial situation.