Love and Hip Hop Atlanta never fails to serve up drama, and this time it’s between Erica Mena and Spice, and things got heated. Erica went as far as calling Spice a “blue monkey” and expressed a wish for her demise. Meanwhile, Spice didn’t hold back either, making comments about Erica’s motherhood. To understand why their relationship soured, let’s rewind a bit.
Erica and Spice were once on good terms, but the rift started when Spice began siding with Erica’s ex-husband, Safari. Erica and Safari’s marriage was tumultuous, characterized by infidelity on Safari’s part while Erica was pregnant. She endured immense stress alone in the hospital while Safari was out partying. Erica publicly criticized Safari for neglecting his parental responsibilities and was further incensed when she learned he was dating another Love and Hip Hop Atlanta cast member, Amara La Negra.
Interestingly, Amara later revealed that her relationship with Safari was purely for the show’s ratings, adding a layer of irony to the situation. Nevertheless, this upset Erica, and Spice found herself caught in the crossfire due to her friendships with both Amara and Safari.
Erica felt betrayed as she believed Spice was taking Safari’s side. Spice even engaged in conversations with Safari, who painted himself as a victim, claiming Erica was still involved with him despite her public accusations. He even provided proof of paying child support, further complicating the situation.
And so, Spice began to perceive a different side of things. Not only that, but Safari was among those who reached out to check on her while she was in the hospital, teetering on the brink of death at one point. Safari was deeply affected by this, expressing how he couldn’t bear losing Spice. Erica felt a twinge of resentment because she didn’t receive the same level of attention or concern from Safari when she was in the hospital alone with their baby. She questioned why Safari was so invested in checking up on Spice. Safari went as far as to send voice notes of Erica speaking ill of Spice directly to Spice herself. This revelation caused Spice to reconsider her opinion of Erica; initially, they had been on good terms, but Spice started to perceive Erica as two-faced, realizing she had been speaking negatively about her behind her back.
Erica, however, attempted to portray herself as innocent, still adopting a victim mentality. She sought sympathy and support from others, expecting Spice to side with her due to their shared experiences of divorce and single motherhood. However, Spice couldn’t bring herself to trust Erica, sensing insincerity in her actions. This marked the beginning of escalating tension between them.
In one particular confrontation, Erica explained to Spice her frustration with Safari showing more concern for Spice, who was just a friend, than for Erica, his wife at the time. Erica compared their situations, prompting Spice to question why Erica felt the need to make such comparisons. Spice challenged Erica, asking why she thought she was the only one who could feel hurt in that situation. Spice pointed out that Erica seemed to believe she was the only woman to ever experience divorce and single motherhood, whereas Spice had been navigating those challenges for 14 years.
Welcome to the club. I’ve been handling it for a while. About 16 years,” Erica revealed, shedding light on her journey as a single parent. This statement included her oldest son, someone she seldom mentions or showcases. Erica clarified that her oldest son prefers to stay away from the limelight of reality TV, prompting her to shield him from public exposure. Consequently, she tends to focus more on her children with Safari. However, there have been speculations regarding Erica’s involvement in her son’s life. Although unverified, insinuations have surfaced suggesting her absence from her son’s life. Notably, a leaked text exchange between Erica and Safari hinted at a lack of interaction between Safari and Erica’s oldest son during their three-year relationship. This raises questions about Erica’s level of involvement in her son’s upbringing.
Spice’s reaction to Erica’s statement about single parenthood sparked controversy. Spice remarked, “Your son doesn’t even like you. He isn’t a part of your life.” While Spice’s frustration may have fueled her comment, crossing boundaries concerning children is widely frowned upon. Erica’s explosive reaction ensued, leading to a heated exchange between the two, with hurtful remarks exchanged.
The altercation exposed deep-seated animosity, with Erica resorting to racially charged insults towards Spice. Erica’s behavior revealed underlying racist sentiments, despite her attempts to align herself with black culture. This incident isn’t isolated; Erica has a history of derogatory remarks towards black individuals, further confirming her biased views.
Critics attempt to justify Erica’s actions, citing Spice’s initial comment about Erica’s son. However, this doesn’t excuse Erica’s racially insensitive outburst. The incident sheds light on Erica’s true beliefs and prejudices towards black people, highlighting the need for accountability and education on racial sensitivity.
However, Erica’s reaction, including her racist outburst and death wish towards Spice, was unnecessary. Engaging in such behavior doesn’t rectify the situation. It’s noteworthy that while some criticize Spice for mentioning Erica’s son, they fail to hold others on the show to the same standard. Erica has faced similar criticisms from Stevie J and Scrappy in the past, yet her response wasn’t as hostile, likely because they’re men. Her disproportionate hostility towards Spice exposes underlying anti-black sentiments. While Spice isn’t blameless, Erica’s behavior has revealed her true feelings. Safari’s revelation about Erica’s trash-talking behind Spice’s back lends credibility to Spice’s past rant against her. Erica’s actions are unacceptable, especially considering she herself has biracial children yet uses derogatory terms against black people. It’s time to stop associating with racists, especially those who have mixed-race children. Share your thoughts on this matter in the comments section below. Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and share this video if you found it meaningful. Thank you for watching, and until next time, take care. Goodbye.