DMX Vs Jay-Z - What Really Happened?

 

DMX and Jay-Z have a turbulent history that dates all the way back to 1993. What started as a rap battle would become a friendship and then turn sour. Today we deep dive into DMX and Jay-Z's full history and how this beef came about.

Tupac VS Mobb Deep - What Really Happened

 

Everybody knows about Tupacs Beef with Biggie, Jay-Z, Nas, Bad Boy etc. But there's very little coverage on what went down between Pac and Mobb Deep. This was the era that made me fall in love with hip hop as a child.

Jay-Z B-Sides Concert

 

Re-live Jay-Z's inaugural TIDAL aptly titled 'B-Sides' concert where Hov ran through deep cuts, B-sides and rarely performed joints to a packed NYC crowd. Jay-Z unexpectedly turned in a contender for his top five performances at Webster Hall's B-Sides 2 show.

Top 5 Most Jay-Z’s Controversial Moments

 

There have been multiple instances in Jay-Z’s career where he has made headlines for the wrong reasons, either with fans, other rappers, in-laws, or even his wife.

Below, we’ve listed out the top five most controversial moments Hov has endured, ranking them from least significant to most.

Kendrick Lamar or J. Cole?

 

The Wrap Up Magazine is back with another round of Celebrity Match Ups. This time they return with a versus between Kendrick Lamar and J.Cole. Who would you pick as the best artist?

Dame Dash Talks Nas Destroying Jay-Z

 

Dame Dash recently sat down on the That's F***ed Up podcast, where he spoke about Jay-Z and Nas' famous battle, which Dame says Jay lost. 

While speaking about "Super Ugly," Jay-Z's response to Nas' "Ether," Dame explained, "Jay’s response was terrible. The thing is, we had first hit him with the joint at Summer Jam that was kinda hard, the ‘Takeover.’ But when [Nas] came with the ‘Ether,’ I was kinda hype because he said my name. I was like, ‘I guess I’m in a rap record.’ But the response, I wasn’t there for the response." 

Charleston White Talk Jay-Z, R Kelly, and DMX

 

Many people who have collaborated with the disgraced singer in the past have joined the #MuteRKelly movement, meanwhile, others assured that they been hopped on the wave decades ago when his pedophilia was made public knowledge.

What Was Prodigy Beef with Jay-Z & Nas?

 

American rapper Albert Johnson, better known by his stage name Prodigy, was born on November 2, 1974 in Hempstead, New York. His greatest professional successes were accomplished as one half of the hip hop duo Mobb Deep.

But almost as much as writing great rhymes, Prodigy loved a good rap beef. His career was filled with battles against many of the greatest rappers of all time, and he usually gave as good as he got.

Jay-Z Talks Being as Successful as Eminem

 

Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z would be considered by many as one of the biggest artists of all time. At one point, however, he felt his contemporary Eminem was bigger than he was. But after working with the diamond-selling artist, Jay-Z saw what that kind of fame did to Eminem. And it was something that Jay-Z wanted no part of.

Jay-Z believed that Eminem bested him when they originally collaborated.

Fredro Starr Says Jay Z is the Best Rapper Alive

 

In this clip, Fredro Starr reacted to Shirley Ju bringing up Jay-Z's verse on Pusha T's "Neck and Wrist," and as the song had just been released at the time of the interview, Fredro hadn't gotten a chance to listen. 

Jay Z Talks Beef With Mobb Deep

 

Jay-Z has become one of the biggest legends in the history of hip-hop, but that definitely doesn’t mean everyone has to like him. He’s been no stranger to a big list of feuds, with people from Nas to Tupac. There’s a reason for that. He hasn’t always been a titan of the industry like he is now. 

Ed Lover Talks Nas and Jay-Z Battle

 

In this clip, Ed Lover shared his thoughts on some of the biggest debates in hip-hop, starting off with who won the battle between Nas and Jay-Z. Ed explained that he thinks Nas "spanked" Jay-Z, adding that "Ether" was harder than "Takeover," because Nas focused solely on Jay-Z. 

Jay-Z Is Now the Most-Nominated Artist in Grammys History

 

Jay-Z is still making history by the numbers. Jay-Z made Grammys history with his three nominations on Tuesday, becoming the most-nominated artist ever with a grand total of 83 nominations and solidifying his and Beyonce’s status as music royalty.

Irv Gotti Talks Relationship With Jay-Z, And Nas

 

Irv Gotti spoke about when he tried to sign Nas to Murder Inc. but said he ultimately regretted the decision due to bad timing. While Nas flirted with signing to Murder Inc., 

Snoop Dogg To Join Def Jam label

 

Snoop Dogg is getting ready to bark out orders at Def Jam Recordings — he's joining the label as an executive creative and strategic consultant.

How Eminem Inherited Beef With Ja Rule

 

Unlike some of Eminem’s other feuds, he didn’t poke fun at or diss Ja Rule in a track first. The beef was initially between Ja and 50 Cent, however, the two rap giants can’t even agree on how it began.

Jay-Z And Nas Team For Epic Video

 

On Friday, April 30th, Hype Williams will premiere a new music video for the song “Sorry Not Sorry” starring Jay-Z, and Nas.

This is an incredible feat as both rappers are considered in different rap genealogies to be the best rappers to ever touch the mic and there have been rumors of friction between camps dating back to the late 90s or early 2000s.

Key Moments In Hip-Hop History

 

Hip hop is more than music; it’s a cultural movement that incorporates different elements of art. Before there was Lil Yachty, Young M.I.A., or YNW Melly, there was a world of hip hop artist who's name rain supreme even still today.

Back when music was real, artist had the opportunity to shine in their own distinctive way. Rap is one of the most distinctive features of hip-hop. Rappers use rhythm, lyrics, and vocal tone to express themselves. The best rappers are distinguished by their “flow” – the way the words run together without the performer getting tongue-tied.

Jay-Z, Diddy, Nas back McGuire for NYC mayor

 

Hip-hop legends Jay-Z, Diddy and Nas endorsed banker Ray McGuire for New York City mayor. The three entertainers praised McGuire in a video posted on YouTube.

“People come from all over the world and say, ‘If I can make it here, I can make it anywhere.’ That’s the idea that we are trying to protect," Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter said. Sean “Diddy” Combs said that over the last 30 years, McGuire “was always talking about the people.”

Would You Like To See A Nas And Jay-Z Collaborate Again?

 

The history of Jay-Z and Nas beef will be talked about for years to come. It seems like it was just yesterday when Nas and Jay-Z were involved in the what some may call the greatest Hip-Hop battle of all time.

It seems that Jay-Z and Nas have put all of that behind them. In 2006, Nas was good enough for Jay-Z to sign him to a $3 Million dollar record deal. Even Fat Joe and Jim Jones have a long-standing history with JAY-Z, having beefed with him in the early 2000s.

Until we hear otherwise, let's look at past Jay-Z and Nas collaborations and beef and talk in today's terms. What if they were to collaborate again in the near future. Do you think they would produce there best work yet? Or do you feel it would only end up as it did the first time?

Comment your answers and thoughts on the comment section below!

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