Kanye West is back in the spotlight, igniting another controversy with his recent remarks.
- In a fiery livestream, Kanye criticized the rapping skills of hip hop giants Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole.
- He made bold claims about their music, dubbing Kendrick’s work a mere imitation and dismissing J. Cole’s music entirely.
- Kanye alleged Kendrick’s latest album draws too much inspiration from West’s own work, sparking debates.
- Despite Kanye’s public disdain, both Kendrick and J. Cole have chosen not to respond to his claims.
Kanye West has yet again stirred the pot in the hip hop world, targeting Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole during a livestream. He didn’t hold back, expressing his strong dislike for their music. “I hate J. Cole,” Kanye bluntly stated, dismissing the North Carolina rapper’s work altogether.
West didn’t stop at J. Cole. He went on to claim that anyone who lists Kendrick as a favorite rapper doesn’t understand real rap music. His comments didn’t stop there.
A part of his rant focused on Kendrick’s previous album, accusing it of mimicking Kanye’s own ‘The Life of Pablo’. He drew parallels between the two albums, stating that the drums and song approaches were too similar.
West further criticized the rap skills of both artists, suggesting their music lacks the special ‘sauce’ that he perceives as essential.
Social media buzzed with reactions. Some were quick to defend Kendrick and J. Cole, while others engaged in heated debates about Kanye’s criticism. Despite the uproar, neither Kendrick nor J. Cole have addressed Kanye’s comments.
Earlier in the year, Kanye announced his distaste for J. Cole’s music on social media, claiming it was unbearable once past adolescence. He even shared how he told Drake that supporting J. Cole was damaging to hip hop.
In the ongoing saga of hip hop rivalries, Kanye West remains a controversial figure, unafraid to voice his contentious opinions.
