In a striking video released on March 22, 2025, Chicago drill rapper FYB J Mane revisited a location he claims played a significant role in his past. He took his audience to 62nd and Rose, a well-known spot in Chicago’s South Side, where he says the late Fredo Santana once opened fire on him and fellow rapper FBG Butta. This visit has reignited discussions about the incident, which has become a widely referenced story in drill music culture.
Standing on the porch where he claims the altercation happened, J Mane vividly recounted the night’s events. Pointing to the exact spot, he said,
“We on 62 in Rose right now,””Y’all know that viral story I been telling y’all. This the porch, bro. This where I seen Gyro City rear fall at.”
He then took viewers to a specific alleyway—what he calls “the cut”—where Fredo Santana allegedly positioned himself during the shooting. He repeated:
“Y’all see this cut? This is what Fredo was at. Y’all wanna see what Fredo was at? This what Fredo was at,”
His reference to “Fredo in the cut, that’s a scary sight” is a nod to a famous drill music phrase, emphasizing Santana’s reputation as an imposing figure in the scene.
Despite the moment’s weight, J Mane couldn’t help but reflect on how life had changed since then.
“I was fighting for my life on this porch, bro. Now I’m right here with a smoothie years later. That’s crazy.”
FYB J Mane has repeatedly mentioned this incident in interviews, keeping the story alive in the drilling community. A specific quote from FBG Butta has gained traction over the years:
“Ah, I’m hit… I’m just joking!”
Fans have debated whether J Mane himself was shot, but he clarified in past interviews that he wasn’t.
“People saying I got shot by Fredo Santana—bro, God been with me my whole life. I haven’t been shot. That was Butta,”
He explained in a July 2023 interview.
Even in a December 2024 interview with DJ Vlad, J Mane reaffirmed his claim.
“By the grace of God, I haven’t been shot.”
However, he admitted that others weren’t so lucky that night.
“I ain’t get shot that night, but I was down though… Do your homework, [redacted] was getting hit though.”
Fredo Santana, who passed away in 2018 at 27 years old, remains a respected yet fearsome figure in Chicago drill history. J Mane’s retelling of the incident paints Fredo as an intimidating presence, one that he repeatedly describes with the phrase,
“Fredo in the cut, that’s a scary sight.”
Despite their past tensions, J Mane acknowledged the tragedy of Santana’s death. “He was young, bro. 27. That’s crazy to think about,” he said in an interview. The drill scene is filled with rivalries, but there’s also a deep sense of loss when figures like Fredo pass away.
The drill music movement, which emerged from Chicago’s South Side, is known for its raw and often violent lyrics. It reflects real-life struggles, gang conflicts, and survival stories from the city’s roughest neighborhoods. Terms like “drill” stem from street slang for retaliation or combat, making the music an unfiltered look into a harsh reality.
FYB J Mane’s latest video is more than just a personal reflection—it’s a piece of history for drill music fans. His decision to show the exact locations tied to his story adds authenticity to a tale that has long been debated.
“I’m giving y’all this real Chicago [redacted] right here,”
He said, reinforcing his commitment to keeping the culture’s history alive.
J Mane’s return to 62nd and Rose is a powerful statement. For fans, it’s a rare opportunity to connect a well-known story to a real place and see firsthand where history unfolded.
