Claressa Shields reached 2.6 million views on her YouTube channel with her song “Party” and celebrated by sharing a dance video on TikTok. The boxer-turned-musician posted the clip earlier this week, writing, “In CELEBRATION OF PARTY GETTING 2.6 MILLION VIEWS ON YOUTUBE! We Must celebrate with A dance!”
Fans responded quickly in the TikTok comments, but not all feedback was positive. One user, @regroupreclaim, who said they had flown to several of Shields’ fights, told her, “I just want her to get a stylist… She fine and dope asf!” Shields replied directly, “I’m not getting a stylist… I’ll use one when I feel like.”
Her replies continued when another user, @blacksnow750, wrote, “Clarissa please leave me alone I’m tired,” to which Shields responded, “Do the challenge or keep scrolling.” When @Dolly asked, “where’s Gervonta when we need him,” Shields answered, “Probably in court…”
The exchange reflects Shields’ willingness to engage with fans and critics alike. She has recently been active on social media, including a now-deleted tweet aimed at rapper Remy Ma. The tweet came after Remy Ma called fellow boxer Alicia Baumgardner the “face” of women’s boxing. Shields wrote, “Man don’t nobody care about that bitter lady jumping up there and yelling that mess,” adding two laughing emojis and the phrase “Go play.”
This week’s dance video marks a rare moment of celebration for Shields outside the ring. The boxer has been building a music career alongside her sports achievements, and the YouTube milestone shows growing interest in her work.
The stylist comment is part of a wider pattern of Shields rejecting outside attempts to shape her image. After rapper Gervonta Davis criticized her appearance at a recent listening event, Papoose fired back at Davis, defending Shields. The stylist suggestion is another instance where Shields has pushed back against unsolicited advice.
Shields’ interaction with her audience remains candid and unfiltered. She doesn’t shy away from criticism but sets clear boundaries on her terms. Her response to the stylist advice signals a desire to maintain control over her presentation rather than conform to external expectations.
Her 2.6 million YouTube views for “Party” show Shields expanding her profile beyond boxing. The dance video captures a moment of personal joy that she shared unguarded on social media, even as she fields commentary from fans and detractors.
According to TheShadeRoom.
