Quick answer: Texas rapper BigXthaPlug told Shannon Sharpe on Club Shay Shay that he was "like 479 lbs" and has dropped "over 100 pounds," according to the clip's published description. He also said he still performs the way he did at "that same 470 something pounds."
Also known as / Real name: Xavier Landum (Wikipedia) (Rolling Stone) (NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)
Video: BigXthaPlug Was 479 Pounds... Now He's Lost 100+ by Viral Podcast Shorts on YouTube.
What BigXthaPlug said about his weight
The Short comes from a full Club Shay Shay episode titled "BigXthaPlug On Losing 100 LBS, Fatherhood, Money, Family, Kevin Gates, Shaboozey & Texas Rap." In the clip, the Dallas rapper gives Sharpe the numbers directly: a peak around 479 pounds and a loss of more than 100.
The striking part is his point about performing. Per the description, he says his stage energy hasn't changed from when he was "470 something pounds," pushing back on the idea that the weight was holding his shows back.
Why the story connected with fans
Big name, big frame and big voice have been part of BigXthaPlug's image since his breakout. Weight loss stories from rappers draw attention because they are personal and public at once. Fans had noticed his change in photos and on stage, and this interview put his own numbers on it. The full episode also covers fatherhood, money and family, which frames the weight loss as part of a bigger life change. The clip itself does not detail the method he used, so this article doesn't speculate.
Who is BigXthaPlug?
BigXthaPlug is a rapper from Dallas, Texas, known for hits like "Mmhmm" and for his deep, slow delivery (Wikipedia). In the full episode he also talks about Texas rap, Kevin Gates and Shaboozey.
Where to watch the full interview
The Short was posted by Viral Podcast Shorts, crediting Club Shay Shay and Shannon Sharpe. Watch the full episode on YouTube.
FAQ
How much did BigXthaPlug weigh? He told Shannon Sharpe he was "like 479 lbs" at his heaviest, per the clip description.
How much weight has BigXthaPlug lost? He said he has lost "over 100 pounds."
What is BigXthaPlug's real name? His real name is Xavier Landum, according to Rolling Stone, NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth and Wikipedia.