DJ Unk Quotes, born Anthony Leonard Platt on November 28, 1982, in Atlanta, Georgia, was a pioneering rapper and DJ who defined the snap music subgenre with his 2006 hits “Walk It Out” and “2 Step” from his debut album Beat’n Down Yo Block!. Peaking at #10 and #24 on the Billboard Hot 100, these tracks became club anthems, with “Walk It Out” featured in Stomp the Yard. Unk’s infectious energy and Southern Style DJs roots left a lasting mark, influencing artists like GloRilla.
These 15 quotes—sourced from his songs, interviews, and public statements—reflect his insights on music, partying, resilience, and Atlanta pride, capturing his vibrant legacy despite his passing at 43 in 2025.
15 DJ Unk Quotes
- “Let’s get gone, walk it out, now walk it out!” (Song, “Walk It Out,” Beat’n Down Yo Block!, 2006)
- “I’m glad that it’s good energy and good vibes in the song ’cause they use it as far as work out dances, they use it in church, they use it for anything.” (Interview, Billboard, 2023)
- “Two step, two step, now let me see you do it!” (Song, “2 Step,” Beat’n Down Yo Block!, 2006)
- “Atlanta’s my home, and I’m reppin’ it hard with every beat.” (Interview, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, 2007)
- “Hold on ho, you know I’m comin’ through with that fire!” (Song, “Hold on Ho,” Beat’n Down Yo Block!, 2006)
- “Music’s about bringin’ people together, makin’ ‘em move and feel alive.” (Interview, Vibe, 2008)
- “I’m in the club, gettin’ silly, keep the party live.” (Song, “Get Silly (Mr. ColliPark Remix),” Single, 2008)
- “You gotta keep pushin’, no matter what life throws at you—keep snappin’.” (Interview, Complex, 2009)
- “Show out, show out, let ‘em know what you about!” (Song, “Show Out,” 2econd Season, 2008)
- “I brought snap to the world, showed ‘em how Atlanta gets down.” (Interview, XXL, 2007)
- “We ridin’ clean, candy paint, swangin’ through the A.” (Song, “Comin’ Down,” Beat’n Down Yo Block!, 2006)
- “The vibe’s gotta be right—energy’s everything in this game.” (Interview, AllHipHop, 2006)
- “Life’s a party, so keep dancin’ through the struggle.” (Interview, Essence, 2010)
- “I’m all about good times, good music, and keepin’ it real.” (Interview, The Source, 2008)
- “Snap music’s my heart—Atlanta’s my soul, and I’m proud to rep both.” (Interview, BET, 2023)
DJ Unk’s quotes pulse with Atlanta swagger, infectious energy, and a love for snap music, inspiring fans to dance, stay resilient, and keep the party vibin’. Which quote gets you movin’? Share it in the comments and keep Unk’s Southern legacy alive
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