When a person begins to inspire individuals from different disciplines, you know they have acquired legendary status. Arguably one of the finest examples is LeBron James. Every age has its icons who serve as role models for future generations. As the world knows the love of LeBron James and music, he once tweeted, “My love for music is INSANE!!!” And a rapper recently paid tribute to ‘The King’ in his rap.

LeBron James has admitted that Michael Jordan is his role model and that he grew up watching his high-flying style of play.

When LeBron James is not making headlines with his perfect plays on the court, he can often be seen enjoying music and even releasing some melodies of his own. He is always ready to support good music and young upcoming talents. In the past, LeBron James and Kevin Durant collaborated on a rap song. Talking about rap songs, Tory Lanez, a Canadian rapper paid an emotional tribute to the Los Angeles Lakers legend.

Recently King James posted a video of him dancing on Tory’s latest release.

LeBron James serves as an inspiration for Canadian rapper Tory Lanez

The Los Angeles Lakers legend can be seen moving in the back seat of his car while the song is playing in the background. The post was like a fan moment for Lanez, he posted a tweet full of emotions. Writing down his thoughts, the rapper paid tribute to his “inspiration”. 

One of the tweet’s standout moments was when Tory revealed to the audience how James served as inspiration for his music. He wrote, “This man genuinely SUPPORTS GREAT MUSIC! In the process of me recording this project … he seen me out and gave me some powerful words that kept me and this album going !!”

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This was not the first time the billionaire sportsman appreciated the rapper’s music. An NBA insider tweeted, “love him or hate him… The Lanez Of Tory consistently makes damn good music” On to which LeBron James commented, “FACTS!!!! He never misses. That boy talented as hell man! Bangers for days!!” These remarks from his role model will undoubtedly serve Lanez as motivation for a long time.

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