Tweetback: Rappers Saying Sorry on Twitter

Shia LaBeouf could lift some of these rapologies, too.

Shia LaBeouf - Over the last few weeks, actor/director Shia LaBeouf has found himself in hot water over claims that he plagiarized a recent film and then that he plagiarized subsequent apologies for his initial transgression. On Monday, in his latest lifted apology, the 27-year-old used Gucci Mane’s words as his own, writing, in part, "Im addicted to lean & that s--t ain’t no joke. I can barely remember all the things I’ve done & said." Shortly after that, he borrowed from Kanye West, tweeting, "I WILL APOLOGIZE TO TAYLOR 2MRW. WELCOME TO THE REAL WORLD!!!! EVERYBODY WANNA BOOOOO ME BUT I’M A FAN OF REAL POP CULTURE!!! NO DISRESPECT." If Shia wants to keep using rappers’ Twitter apologies as his own, here are ten from which he can choose. (Photo: John Ricard / BET)

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Shia LaBeouf - Over the last few weeks, actor/director Shia LaBeouf has found himself in hot water over claims that he plagiarized a recent film and then that he plagiarized subsequent apologies for his initial transgression. On Monday, in his latest lifted apology, the 27-year-old used Gucci Mane’s words as his own, writing, in part, "Im addicted to lean & that s--t ain’t no joke. I can barely remember all the things I’ve done & said." Shortly after that, he borrowed from Kanye West, tweeting, "I WILL APOLOGIZE TO TAYLOR 2MRW. WELCOME TO THE REAL WORLD!!!! EVERYBODY WANNA BOOOOO ME BUT I’M A FAN OF REAL POP CULTURE!!! NO DISRESPECT." If Shia wants to keep using rappers’ Twitter apologies as his own, here are ten from which he can choose. (Photo: John Ricard / BET)

2 Chainz, ‏‪@2chainz - Tweet: "Congrats to ‪@iamdiddy on the launch of revolt! Revolution is now being televised!"While Diddy shares his dad's influence on his success, 2 Chainz salutes the half a billi boss for revving up his Revolt network.  (Photo: Bennett Raglin/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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2 Chainz - In 2013, after missing a scheduled performance at Drake’s OVO Fest in Toronto, 2 Chainz expressed his remorse on Twitter: "Dear Toronto, u guys r beautiful people here, but the over exaggerated harassment, kept me for 2hrs, & I missed OVO. Apologies to @Drake & fans" (Photo: Bennett Raglin/BET/Getty Images for BET)

50 Cent - In 2012, 50 Cent got into it with an online instigator and tweeted "you look autistic" at him. After the backlash that came from that, Fif apologized for his words: "I realize my autism comments were insensitive, however it was not my intention to offend anyone and for this I apologize." (Photo: Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images)

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50 Cent - In 2012, 50 Cent got into it with an online instigator and tweeted "you look autistic" at him. After the backlash that came from that, Fif apologized for his words: "I realize my autism comments were insensitive, however it was not my intention to offend anyone and for this I apologize." (Photo: Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images)

Who Know? Rookie of the Year: Action Bronson - Armed with his Ghostface-influenced flow, numerous buzz-worthy mixtapes, including Blue Chips, and his hit EP Saaab Stories, Action has gone from his full-time gig as a chef to cooking up quite a buzz.  (Photo: Gary Miller/FilmMagic)

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Action Bronson - Action Bronson caught some heat for what he was posting on Instagram a while back, so the New York MC launched his apology on his other social networking account: "WELL THANKS TO YOU F----N HERB C--KSUCKERS MY INSTAGRAM IS NOW NO LONGER. IM NOT EVEN MAKING A NEW ONE F--K YOU. Na I’m bulls------g It was me. F--k Instagram and f--k Sensitivity." (Photo: Gary Miller/FilmMagic)

Timbaland - Though he initially voiced his displeasure with Chris Brown’s Aaliyah collaboration "They Don’t Know," Timbaland used Twitter to clarify his feelings: "i want 2 publicly apologize 2 my lil homie @chrisbrown 4 my statements on revolt regarding the Aaliyah collaborations. i actually like the song wit him n Aaliyah, its just when you are talking about babygirl its a very sensitive subject with me. so the people who not only worked with her but grew a bond so tight we are like family so im very over protective over her. I have mad luv 4 my dude @chrisbrown." (Photo: Candice Lawler/BET)

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Timbaland - Though he initially voiced his displeasure with Chris Brown’s Aaliyah collaboration "They Don’t Know," Timbaland used Twitter to clarify his feelings: "i want 2 publicly apologize 2 my lil homie @chrisbrown 4 my statements on revolt regarding the Aaliyah collaborations. i actually like the song wit him n Aaliyah, its just when you are talking about babygirl its a very sensitive subject with me. so the people who not only worked with her but grew a bond so tight we are like family so im very over protective over her. I have mad luv 4 my dude @chrisbrown." (Photo: Candice Lawler/BET)

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Lil Wayne - Weezy was disappointed in himself for not earning any nominations at MTV’s VMAs or the BET Awards, and so he vowed to his fans he’d work harder in the future: "Noticed I wasn't nominated nor involved n da MTV VMA's nor da BET awards...I apologize to my fans and I promise 2 work harder if it kills me." (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

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Lil Wayne - Weezy was disappointed in himself for not earning any nominations at MTV’s VMAs or the BET Awards, and so he vowed to his fans he’d work harder in the future: "Noticed I wasn't nominated nor involved n da MTV VMA's nor da BET awards...I apologize to my fans and I promise 2 work harder if it kills me." (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Rick Ross - Rozay found himself in hot water in 2013 for his suggestive rape lyric on Rocko’s “U.O.E.N.O.” He tried to calm the storm via Twitter: "I dont condone rape. Apologies for the #lyric interpreted as rape. #BOSS" (Photo: Rick Ross via Instagram)

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Rick Ross - Rozay found himself in hot water in 2013 for his suggestive rape lyric on Rocko’s “U.O.E.N.O.” He tried to calm the storm via Twitter: "I dont condone rape. Apologies for the #lyric interpreted as rape. #BOSS" (Photo: Rick Ross via Instagram)

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Lil Reese - After video surfaced online of Lil Reese beating a female, the Chicago rapper tried to assure he’d changed via Twitter: "Everybody makes mistakes I was out of character & I’ve grown sense (sic) then Don’t judge me for my past i can admit my wrongs and I apologize.#3hunna.” (Photo: Def Jam)

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Lil Reese - After video surfaced online of Lil Reese beating a female, the Chicago rapper tried to assure he’d changed via Twitter: "Everybody makes mistakes I was out of character & I’ve grown sense (sic) then Don’t judge me for my past i can admit my wrongs and I apologize.#3hunna.” (Photo: Def Jam)

Azealia Banks, ‏‪@AZEALIABANKS  - Tweet: "The can definitely didn't hit me.....and I definitely still got paid. More press please, and thank you. -Xx AB"Azealia Banks shuts down all the chatter surrounding a video that surfaced showing an angry "fan" launching a beer can on stage during her recent performance in Australia. Yung Rapunzel caught a fit and stormed off stage, but says she didn’t see a scratch, nor did she leave without collecting that bread.(Photo: Jennifer Graylock/Getty Images for Ferragamo)

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Azealia Banks - Azealia Banks made a habit of Twitter beef early in her career, but one spat that she seems to have ended up regretting involved Kreayshawn: "@KREAYSHAWN I apologize for coming down on you so hard earlier this year." (Photo: Jennifer Graylock/Getty Images for Ferragamo)

Lil B, @LILBTHEBASEDGOD - Tweet: "I LOVE YOU DMX ‪@DMX I LOVE YOU FOR LIFE - Lil B"A few years ago, DMX called Lil B a "lil' b---h" for titling his fifth studio album I'm Gay. While this tweet may serve as further proof for some that the Pack rapper has gone "that way" (as X famously quoted), this is B's attempt to prove that there are no hard feelings and no love was lost. #CantStopHimFromBeingGay #AsInHappy(Photo: Lil B via Instagram)

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Lil B - Since Joe Budden wouldn’t follow him on Twitter a few years back, Lil B decided to launch an attack at the New Jersey MC before having a change of heart: "ur the true legend and for me coming out at u for no reason was a ho move reguardless (sic) if it was for the rap and fun...it aint no regrets its just a learning experience from everything you do." (Photo: Lil B via Instagram)

50 Cent - After becoming frustrated that his song “Girls Gone Wild” with Jeremih was released, 50 Cent spewed venom at his label before taking back his words: "Discovered a computer glitch leaked my song. Sorry to team at interscope for over reacting! I put a lot in to this project but I don’t care if it ever comes out. Jimmy iovine has been like a mentor for me. I just want to stay friends."(Photo: CPA; PacificCoastNews.com)

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50 Cent - After becoming frustrated that his song “Girls Gone Wild” with Jeremih was released, 50 Cent spewed venom at his label before taking back his words: "Discovered a computer glitch leaked my song. Sorry to team at interscope for over reacting! I put a lot in to this project but I don’t care if it ever comes out. Jimmy iovine has been like a mentor for me. I just want to stay friends."(Photo: CPA; PacificCoastNews.com)