Jim Jones was all set for a showdown with Kanye West, but things took an unexpected turn.
It’s no secret that Jim Jones and Kanye West were once close collaborators, mingling from Los Angeles to Japan. They were deep into not just music but the fashion world as well. However, the relationship soured swiftly, with Kanye famously flaming Jim in one of his social media outbursts. “FUCK JIM JONES,” Kanye ranted, even accusing the Harlem rapper of not knowing how to make a PDF. This led to some tense back-and-forth.
In a recent chat with Angela Yee on her show, Way Up With Yee, Jim let loose on Kanye’s antics. “Boy got a little screws loose,” Jim said with a smirk, hinting at Kanye’s attention-seeking behavior. Yet, despite the drama, Jim conceded that Kanye is a genius in the business world. “He’s smart… he knows how to sell some stuff,” Jim admitted, even if Kanye’s fashion sense left something to be desired.
Their partnership had produced undeniably impressive marketing strategies, filling stadiums with eager fans. Jim noted, “I would trade all my fashion flyness to figure out how to turn this into a billion-dollar business.” His respect for Kanye’s entrepreneurial skills was clear.
But the goodwill didn’t erase their disputes. Jim recounted how Kanye, in a fit of bravado, challenged him to a fight. Jim was game, ready to meet Kanye in Los Angeles for a quick 31-second match—a friendly yet competitive exchange. But Kanye backpedaled, texting Jim that it was just venting.
Despite the friction, both artists have had successful careers, albeit on different paths. Their tale of friendship-turned-feud remains a fascinating chapter in the ever-evolving world of hip-hop.
Though Jim and Kanye’s partnership hit a snag, their story shows the twists and turns of high-stakes friendships in the spotlight.
