JAY-Z’s current support rate is not particularly high. The Roc Nation founder has been criticized for his decision to have Kendrick Lamar headline the upcoming Super Bowl halftime show. Considering Lamar’s popularity, this makes perfect sense on paper. The problem of course is the location. The Super Bowl will be held in New Orleans next year, and fans believe New Orleans native Lil Wayne should get the job. As a result, various celebrities have come out to criticize Roc Nation. Fat Joe was one of the few who didn’t.
Fat Joe took to Instagram Live on September 10 to clarify this fact. At least, that’s how it seemed to him. The Terror Squad leader praised what JAY-Z and Roc Nation have accomplished over the past five years. Rather than focusing on the negatives, namely the Wayne situation, Fat Joe took a step back and told fans to consider what the halftime show was like before Hoff took over. He noted that prior to Roc Nation’s involvement in 2019, few hip-hop artists had the opportunity to headline.
Fat Joe appreciates everything Roc Nation has done since 2019
Fat Joe has a point. Most of the artists before 2019 came from the rock and pop fields. Since 2019, however, the presence of hip-hop and R&B has been amplified. Arthur performed last year. Weekend 2021. effect. He also points out that people in the hip-hop industry tend to be the most critical of their favorite genres. “Of course, the hip-hop industry loves to attack hip-hop,” he quipped.
Fat Joe has sympathy for Lil Wayne and those who want Wayne to be in the headlines. He just wanted to give Hov flowers as he added to the hip-hop influence during the halftime show. “How about it [this]it wouldn’t be hip-hop if he didn’t perform,” the rapper asserted. “Be careful what you wish for.” The point is worth considering, Wayne may not perform, but quality K. Dot isn’t a bad choice.
About the author
Elias is the music writer for HotNewHipHop. He joined the site in 2024 and covers a wide range of topics including pop culture, movies, sports, and, of course, hip-hop. You can find him publishing for HNHH from Monday to Friday, especially coverage of new albums and singles. His favorite artists are Andre 3000, MF Doom, pre-808 Kanye West and Tyler, The Creator. He likes L.A. hip-hop, but not L.A. sports teams. The first album he bought was Will Smith’s “Big Willie Style,” which he thinks still sounds great.
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