And Hi C Scandal | Loonie

The "scandal" involving Filipino rappers and (of Dice & Hi-C) is largely considered an "urban legend" in the local hip-hop scene, often resurfacing due to references in battle rap and music. Key Context & "Interesting Feature"

The rumor revolves around an alleged "scandal" video involving the two artists. While no such video has ever been proven to exist, the situation is notable for how it has been integrated into their work:

The Song "XXX": Loonie released a track titled "XXX" featuring Hi-C in 2010. The song’s title and collaboration were seen by fans as a clever way to "troll" or capitalize on the rumors circulating at the time.

Battle Rap Ammo: The alleged scandal has been used as "personals" (insults) against Loonie in various FlipTop battles. Rappers like Badang have frequently referenced it, leading to public friction and Hi-C threatening legal action for defamation.

Loonie's Response: Loonie addressed the rumors in his song "Final Word", essentially dismissing them as baseless. Legal & Personal Fallout

Hi-C's Stance: Hi-C has consistently denied the existence of any such video, calling it a fabrication. In late 2025, she took to social media to announce she was filing cases against those continuing to spread the rumor, specifically naming Badang.

Persistent Myths: Despite the lack of evidence, the "legend" persists because it has been discussed for over a decade in podcasts and rap battles. loonie and hi c scandal

Watch Loonie and Hi-C collaborate on their track "XXX," which many fans believe was a response to the rumors: Loonie - XXX (ft.HI-C) YouTube• Aug 15, 2010 XXX (feat. Hi-C) - Loonie - SoundCloud

The "Loonie and Hi-C scandal" refers to the controversial arrest and subsequent legal battle involving two of the Philippines' most respected hip-hop figures: Loonie (real name Marlon Peroramas) and his close collaborator, Hi-C (real name Christopher Hao).

Here is a breakdown of the scandal, the facts of the case, and its impact on the local music industry.

The Legacy: Why This Scandal Still Matters

Fifteen years later, why do we care about a juice box?

  1. It exposed the media circus. The press spent three weeks analyzing a cardboard box. It was a precursor to the hyperventilating, click-driven coverage of modern politics.
  2. It defined the Chrétien persona. The "Tough Little Guy from Shawinigan" who fights with coins and drinks juice boxes became a folk hero. It cemented his legacy as an unpolished, authentic fighter.
  3. It marked the end of an era. Within 18 months, Chrétien had retired and Day was gone. The old-school brawling politics gave way to the more disciplined, sterile Harper era.
  4. It’s a lesson in perception. Depending on your political stripe, the story changes. Liberal: "A ridiculous overreaction." Conservative: "A violent PM who got away with assault."

Version A (The Alliance/RCMP Report): The Juice Box Assault

According to Stockwell Day and his staff, the altercation turned physical. As Day tried to walk away, he claims Chrétien grabbed him by the arm, spun him around, and stabbed him in the chest with an object.

What was that object? A 250-milliliter box of Hi-C orange drink. The "scandal" involving Filipino rappers and (of Dice

Day told the RCMP that Chrétien used the juice box like a "knife," jamming its sharp corner into his sternum. Day also claimed that Chrétien pushed him and shouted, "You want to fight? Let’s go outside."

To prove the assault, Day’s staff pointed to a small red mark on his chest. They argued that the waxed cardboard corner of a juice box was capable of causing bruising. The RCMP was called. A 911 transcript from the Hill showed a security officer reporting a "physical altercation" involving "a juice box."

The Canadian Alliance press machine went into overdrive. They released photos of the Hi-C box (which Chrétien had allegedly been drinking from) and photos of Day’s reddened chest. The headline wrote itself: The PM attacked the opposition leader with a children's lunchbox snack.

Option 2: Satirical / Social Media “Tea Thread” (Twitter/Reddit Style)

🧵 The Loonie & Hi-C Scandal: A Thread (You won’t believe #3)

1/12: Okay so you remember the Loonie, right? Canada’s $1 coin with the bird. And Hi-C, the energy drink/streetwear brand that Gen Z loves for no reason. They did a collab. It went bad. REAL bad. 🧵👇

2/12: The collab: A limited-edition Loonie with a Hi-C orange wave on the back. Only 1M minted. Meant to promote “Canadian hustle culture.” Sounds harmless, right? WRONG. It exposed the media circus

3/12: Day 1: Someone on TikTok scratches the Hi-C Loonie with a knife. ORANGE POWDER comes out. Not rust. Not paint. Freeze-dried Hi-C mix. THE COIN WAS EDIBLE (technically).

4/12: Day 3: Kids start licking Loonies. Hospitals report 14 cases of “coin tongue” – a metallic/orange residue reaction. Health Canada steps in.

5/12: Day 5: A leaked internal email from the Mint: “We did not approve the juice infusion. Hi-C modified the alloy without notice.” Hi-C replies: “It’s not a bug, it’s a flavor feature.”

6/12: Day 7: The real scandal. Someone finds a batch of Hi-C Loonies that don’t have a loon. They have a picture of a guy named Craig from Hi-C’s logistics team. Craig is just smiling. No one knows why.

7/12: The RCMP seizes 40,000 “Craig coins.” Craig is now in witness protection (allegedly). Hi-C deletes their Instagram.

8/12: The kicker? The original Loonie bird design was copyrighted. Hi-C never paid the artist. The artist? A 74-year-old retiree in Nova Scotia who now owns the rights to Craig’s face.

9/12: Final body count: 3 arrests, 1 bird sanctuary defunded, and a Tim Hortons location in Moncton now only accepts American quarters.

10/12: The Loonie is fine. Hi-C rebranded as “Low-C” and sells keto gummies. But every so often, someone finds a Craig coin in their change. And they just… know.