Kai Cenat claims Twitch blocked him from streaming Rolling Loud due to "too many viewers"

Popular Twitch streamer Kai Cenat has alleged that the platform denied his request to stream Rolling Loud performances, citing his massive viewership as the primary reason. In a recent live stream, Cenat shared his frustrations, explaining how the decision feels unfair.

"Chat, I cannot react to anything Rolling Loud related or Amazon Music related," Cenat said, recounting Twitch’s response. “They said... bro, this is the exact words, my n***a... ‘Because you have a lot of viewers.’ So, like, everybody else can react to it but me.”

Rolling Loud is one of the largest hip-hop music festivals in the world. Founded in 2015, the festival showcases some of the biggest names in rap and hip-hop alongside up-and-coming artists. It has expanded globally, with events in cities like Los Angeles, New York, Toronto, and international destinations such as Europe and Asia.

Cenat expressed confusion over the decision, arguing that allowing him to stream the event would provide greater exposure to the festival. “I would think it’s good for the festival. But all the festivals are not allowing me to react to this s**t because I pull in more viewers, and it fks up their s**t,” he said.

The streamer clarified that Twitch itself isn’t directly to blame, noting that the concern lies with potential DMCA strikes and copyright issues from event organizers. "The people would DMCA me, copyright me... and I would lose my vibe, and I would lose my channel," Cenat explained.

Cenat’s claims highlight ongoing issues with copyright restrictions for creators, particularly those with large platforms. He suggested that while smaller streamers may be able to share such content, his significant reach complicates matters for festivals and their partners.

Cenat, who recently announced he has a girlfriend, continues to navigate the challenges of being one of Twitch’s most prominent creators while balancing personal and professional growth.