The 2016 Class still stands out as one the best all time. At the time, we weren’t sure how to perceive the rappers selected to represent that year in music but, as time has gone by, it has become clear that they were spot-on. Each member the group has gone on to achieve big things, with the exception a select few. , , 21 Savage, , , and more were all named as the hottest rising rappers the year, joining Kodak Black and Lil Yachty. Although Lil Boat and Kodak Black haven’t seen eye-to-eye on everything, the former still wants the best for his classmate.

“FREE DA REAL,” wrote Lil Yachty on Instagram, sharing a photo himself and Kodak Black from their cover shoot four years ago. 

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Kodak Black has been dealing with non-stop legal issues, including his most recent arrest and conviction on firearms charges. The Florida native had reportedly lied about being a convicted felon on documents to procure a gun, which is a crime in the state Florida. He has been .

Lil Yachty isn’t the only person who has advocated for the release the high-prile rapper. Many his peers have also spoken out. 

This week, Black found himself peeved after , “Lemme drive the boat.” He updated his social media pages to state that he was upset, but that he wouldn’t be acting out pocket over it.

Are we finally seeing signs maturation from the young star?