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If you’ve been on TikTok or Twitter, you might have seen the word “opp” and wondered what it means. Opp is short for opposition and refers to someone you’re in conflict with. In this article, we’ll teach you everything you need to know about the word “opp,” including its slang meaning, origins, how to use it yourself, and any additional meanings associated with the term.
Opp Slang Meaning
“Opp” is short for opposition or opponent and is another word for enemy. Originally an AAVE term associated with hip hop and gang culture, many rappers popularized the term, causing it to go viral. Now, it is a popular slang term on social media sites like TikTok, Twitter, and Instagram.
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Opp Slang Origins
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Drill artist Chief Keef used “opp” in his 2011 song “John Madden.” Chief Keef is a Chicago-based rapper, known for his popularization of Chicago drill, a sub-genre of trap music. His song “John Madden” is the earliest known usage of the abbreviation “opp,” in which he writes, “We don’t f*** with opps.” The song was uploaded to YouTube in October 2011 and has since reached over 16 million views. [3] X Research source
- Because Chief Keef is from Chicago, many believe the slang term “opp” originated in the Chicago area, though this hasn’t been confirmed.
- Chief Keef used the term again in his 2013 track “Citgo,” which currently has over 30 million views. Another rapper, Lil Reese, also included the word in his song “Us.”
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Other rap artists popularized the term in 2016. By 2016, Chicago drill had gone viral, and in turn, many popular rap artists included “opp” in their own music, allowing the term to reach bigger audiences. Some of these artists include Travis Scott, Playboi Carti, and Lil Uzi Vert. [4] X Research source
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Opp entered mainstream slang by 2018. In 2018, rappers like Cardi B and Young Thug tweeted using the word “opp.” From there, the term went viral, and people have continued to use it across social media like Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. [5] X Research source
- The term may have also gone viral on TikTok in part because of K-pop star Jimin (of BTS), whose single “Set Me Free pt. 2” featured the lyrics, “I never stop, f*** all your opps, finally free.” [6] X Research source
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- Some slang terms with similar meanings include “hater” and “snitch.” Additionally, if someone is your opp, you may have “beef” with them. [9] X Research sourceThanks
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