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The overwhelming fan consensus, including from viewers identifying as New York natives, gives the battle to Hitman Holla. His aggressive delivery, memorable punchlines, and commanding stage presence created a dominant performance that overshadowed Rich Dolarz's material, despite Dolarz having some well-received lines.
In a foundational 2009 clash on Street Status, Hitman Holla delivered a star-making performance against New York's Rich Dolarz in front of a roaring St. Louis crowd. From the jump, Holla's signature aggression and showmanship were on full display, with a mix of hard-hitting bars and relentless energy that many fans still point to as a prime example of his style.
Rich Dolarz, stepping into hostile territory, earned respect for his composure and landed some clean punches, most notably a clever scheme about not walking anywhere. However, he couldn't match Holla's momentum or the overwhelming hometown support. The battle is remembered as a clear victory for Hitman, a performance that showcased the charisma and power that would define his career, leaving little doubt in the minds of viewers who won, even over a decade later.
- Fans overwhelmingly praised Hitman Holla's energetic performance and aggressive delivery as the deciding factors in the battle.
- Rich Dolarz's 'you can tell by the way I walk' scheme was widely quoted and respected as a clever moment.
- Hitman's punchlines, particularly the 'Mariah Carey/Cannon' bar, are frequently cited as classic and memorable.
- Viewers consistently refer to the battle as a classic, returning to watch it many years after its release.
- A recurring observation among viewers was that Rich Dolarz's flow and delivery sounded very similar to Murda Mook.
- Some fans felt the hometown St. Louis crowd was overly biased, giving an outsized reaction to all of Hitman's bars.
- Rich Dolarz's repeated use of 'chill, chill' to control the crowd was noted by some as becoming repetitive.
- A few comments questioned the fairness of the round timers, suggesting Hitman was given more time to rap.
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