(AllHipHop News) Rapper Killer Mike has helped unveil a massive drilling machine named in his honor.
A twist on the Run The Jewels star’s stage moniker was submitted online to Atlanta, Georgia city officials as they tried to find a name for a 400-foot long tunnel-boring machine, and “Driller Mike” was selected as the winner of the public contest.
The Hip-Hop star, who campaigned heavily earlier this year for former U.S. presidential candidate Bernie Sanders, admits he was amused by the unlikely honor, which came as quite a surprise.
“I laughed hysterically,” he told The Associated Press. “It was the funniest thing in the world to me. I didn’t take it seriously, because I’m a rapper. Cities don’t associate themselves with rappers. But I’m a business owner, a dad, an active member of politics in Atlanta, so I was honestly honored that people in Atlanta saw fit to name something after me.”
The big drill will help Atlanta authorities dig a tunnel large enough to store a month’s supply of water underground.
Despite being flattered by the drill naming, Killer Mike, real name Michael Render, hopes he will one day be promoted and recognized with a street accolade.
“Before I die, I want a street named after me, maybe Michael Render Way,” he smiled. “But this is a great midlife goal. This is truly an honor.”
