"Jay-Z noted that the four pillars of hip-hop—breakdancing, graffiti, DJing, and battling—have drifted from the center of the culture, with breakdancing now an Olympic sport and graffiti losing its prominence. He remarked, 'You don't even know the DJ for half of the artists anymore.'"
"He lamented the impact of stan culture, stating, 'Now, people that like Kendrick hate Drake, no matter what he makes. It's like an attack on his character.' He emphasized that the fun of rap battles has diminished due to social media's influence."
"Jay-Z expressed concern over the content of diss tracks, saying it has gone 'too far' by 'bringing people's kids in it' and 'trying to tear down people's lives.' He believes this has created a counterproductive climate in rap."
Jay-Z discusses his return to the stage and shares insights on hip-hop culture, including the decline of the four pillars: breakdancing, graffiti, DJing, and battling. He highlights the negative impact of stan culture on fan dynamics, particularly in the rivalry between Kendrick Lamar and Drake. Jay-Z expresses concern over the aggressive nature of diss tracks and the personal attacks that have emerged. He also addresses the relationship with J. Cole, emphasizing the importance of music production in the current climate.
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