LL Cool J has been on a press run these days. He dropped the one “Saturday Evening Particular” and made some controversial feedback relating to Andre 3000’s flute playing. Probably the most hotly-discussed matter a rapper might point out in 2024, although, is the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar battle. LL has a lot to say on the subject throughout a current interview with Scorching 97’s TT Torrez. Not mind-blowing takes when it comes to stance, however nonetheless an enchanting POV from somebody who’s had beef prior to now.
LL Cool J advised Torrez that Kendrick Lamar was the definitive winner within the battle. It is fairly uncontested amongst hip-hop followers, however the rapper did make some extent of giving Drake his props. “Kendrick received the battle. I imply, come on,” he famous. “That’s apparent. That’s a no brainer. And hear, I like Drake. I really like his music, he’s a cool dude. We don’t know one another however I like his music. I’m blissful for him and all the things.” Cool J then made the remark that caught most followers’ consideration. He prompt that the 6 God in the end made a nasty selection when he determined to butt heads with Dot. “Kendrick… that may have been a nasty selection,” he added. “I like him however Kendrick did his factor.”
LL Cool J Nonetheless Thinks Drake Dealt with Himself Effectively
LL Cool J, who has been acknowledged by many as a precursor to Drake’s R&B-leaning sound, broadened the subject. He positioned each Drake and Lamar within the better context of rap historical past, and claimed that each males have secured their place. “It was great for Hip Hop culture, don’t get it twisted,” LL famous. “Each of their names will likely be etched in historical past due to it.” The rapper additionally reminded followers how good the Drake disses had been, even when they had been overshadowed. “Even us simply speaking about it now could be etching it into historical past,” he concluded. “Each of them are tremendous proficient, they each did nice. It ain’t like Drake fully and completely performed himself.”
LL Cool J voicing ardour for hip-hop as a tradition couldn’t have come at a greater time. The rapper-turned-actor is at the moment working on a new album. His first album, truly since, 2013. The album will likely be produced by one other style legend, Q-Tip, and can launch someday within the fall. Curiously, a characteristic on his lead single, Rick Ross, is among the many rappers who declared battle on Drake earlier this 12 months. To be truthful to LL, it is exhausting to keep away from rappers who have not beefed with Drake at this level.
About The Writer
Elias is a music author at HotNewHipHop. He joined the location in 2024, and covers a variety of subjects, together with popular culture, movie, sports activities, and naturally, hip-hop. Yow will discover him publishing work for HNHH from Monday to Friday, particularly with regards to the protection of recent albums and singles. His favourite artists are Andre 3000, MF Doom, pre-808s Kanye West and Tyler, The Creator. He loves L.A. hip-hop however not L.A. sports activities groups. The primary album he ever purchased was Large Willie Model by Will Smith, which he maintains remains to be a fairly good hear.