Killer Mike says his arrest at the 2024 Grammys has placed him in pretty good company.

The rapper and activist was led away by police after winning three awards for reportedly knocking down a security guard at the Feb. 4 ceremony, but continued his victory lap Monday on The View by telling viewers that all his heroes have been in handcuffs.

Although the rapper said that he cant discuss his recent arrest too much since the legal matter is ongoing, he briefly spoke about the incident after View co-host Sunny Hostin brought it up.

I think that backstage was overcrowded, the winners were exuberant, and I think security got a little overzealous, Killer Mike said . Its water under the bridge for me, but I like to say all my heroes have been in handcuffs.

Malcom [X], Martin [Luther King Jr.], [Nelson] Mandela, Medgar [Evers], the rapper continued. I walked out with the same dignity and respect that I walked in with. And I would implore people to just take that from it. Dont dwell on the bad stuff.

Killer Mike has been one of the most politically outspoken rappers of his generation. He has brought attention to social justice and civil rights issues, including redlining and police brutality , and previously endorsed Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) to lead the country.

Killer Mike swept all three categories he was nominated in at the Grammys and won Best Rap Album for Michael, and Best Rap Song and Best Rap Performance for Scientists & Engineers. The father of four was handcuffed moments later.