Scam Likely

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"Scam Likely"
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Single by Jaydes
from the EP !?
ReleasedDecember 31, 2021
Genre
Length1:25
Songwriter(s) Jayden Dumont
Producer(s) MexikoDro

"Scam Likely" is a single by American rapper Jaydes, released as the third track of his first extended play (EP) !? (2021). Written by Jaydes, it was described by critical commentary as an homage to the popularity wave of plugg music. The track had later gained traction online.

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Background and reception

"Scam Likely" had garnered virality online, [2] [3] on streaming platforms such as SoundCloud. [4] Alphonse Pierre of Pitchfork had commented on the song, expressing that it was a stray away from Jaydes' typical musical style. [1] Alongside the song's use of a mid-2010s MexikoDro beat. [1] The track explores themes of money, relationships, and reputation on a trap instrumental. [5]

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References

  1. 1 2 3 Pierre, Alphonse (January 7, 2022). "Listen to jaydes "Scam Likely": The Ones". Pitchfork. Retrieved August 28, 2025.
  2. "Who is Jaydes? details about the SoundCloud rapper emerge as mugshot goes viral following arrest". The Express Tribune. November 11, 2024. Retrieved August 28, 2025.
  3. "Rapper Jaydes on the run after attempted murder accusation". The Express Tribune. November 8, 2024. Retrieved August 28, 2025.
  4. Gibson, Precious (November 10, 2024). "Underground Artist Jaydes Arrested for Brutally Stabbing Woman Who Rejected His Advances". BallerAlert. Retrieved August 28, 2025.
  5. Pierre, Alphonse (January 14, 2022). "The Euphoria Teens' Taste in Rap Is Ridiculous". Pitchfork. Retrieved April 15, 2025.