Key Glock, the Memphis rapper whose real name is Marquise Caffee, has broken his silence following a reported incident at his album release party. The event, which took place recently, has become the subject of widespread online speculation after footage surfaced appearing to show a shootout at the gathering. As of now, no official police reports or investigations have been confirmed regarding injuries or damages at the party, leaving the details of the event unverified.

The incident comes at a pivotal moment for Key Glock, who is preparing to release his new project, “Project X,” on June 19. He is also building his own label and working to solidify his legacy. This period of professional momentum has been overshadowed by the circulating video, which has drawn comparisons to the tragic history of his cousin and mentor, Adolph Thornton Jr., known globally as Young Dolph. Dolph was a foundational figure in Memphis hip-hop and the founder of Paper Route Empire.

Young Dolph was fatally shot on a November day in 2021 while inside Makeda’s Homemade Cookies in Memphis. Two men, Justin Johnson, also known as Straight Drop, and Cornelius Smith Jr., approached him in broad daylight. Johnson was convicted of first-degree murder and conspiracy, receiving a life sentence plus 35 years. Smith, the second man in the car, cooperated with authorities, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in May 2026, and received a 20-year sentence in exchange for his testimony.
The investigation into Dolph’s murder revealed a broader conspiracy. Testimony pointed to Anthony Mims, known as Big Jook, the brother of rapper Yo Gotti, as the alleged individual who ordered and funded the hit. However, before he could stand trial, Mims was shot and killed outside a Memphis restaurant in January 2024. The case then focused on Hernandez Govan, who was accused of being the middleman who connected the alleged order to the shooters. Govan was charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy.

In August 2025, Hernandez Govan stood trial. The prosecution presented eight witnesses, including Dolph’s sister and head of security, as well as phone records and evidence linking Govan to the crime. However, the defense, led by attorney Manny Aurora, successfully dismantled the case by highlighting inconsistencies in the testimony of Cornelius Smith, who had changed his story multiple times. After approximately three hours of deliberation, a jury of five men and seven women found Hernandez Govan not guilty on both counts. Key Glock has remained focused on his music and legacy, stating that his response to the chaos is to continue building and creating, carrying forward the movement that Young Dolph started.