Ye Reflects on Drake and Jay-Z, Calls Drake Best by Numbers and Jay-Z Greatest by Inspiration in Unreleased 2022 Interview
Ye Defines Drake as the Best by the Numbers and Jay-Z as the Greatest by Inspiration in Unreleased Interview
In a recently unearthed interview from 2022, Kanye West, also known as Ye, shared his unique perspective on the legacies of two of rap’s most influential figures: Drake and JAY-Z.
The interview, conducted with political commentator Candace Owens, offers a rare glimpse into West’s views on the industry’s power dynamics and the impact of its leading artists.
Ye articulated a distinctive distinction between the two rappers, labeling Drake as the “best rapper ever by the numbers” and JAY-Z as the “greatest rapper ever by the inspiration.”
According to West, Drake’s impressive sales and chart records solidify his position as a top performer in terms of commercial success.
On the other hand, JAY-Z’s influence on the culture and his ability to inspire others place him in a different category of greatness.
“Drake is the best rapper ever by the numbers. JAY-Z is the greatest rapper ever by the inspiration.”
Ye Explains Why Drake and Jay-Z Are ‘The Greatest Ever’ in Different Ways:
Ye speaking on Drake and Jay-Z in a previous unreleased 2022 interview with political commentator Candace Owens.
“Drake is the best rapper by the numbers. Jay-Z is the greatest rapper ever by the inspiration.”
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Ye explained. Owens, who interviewed West, concurred with his assessment, highlighting JAY-Z’s business acumen and his knack for communicating the underlying codes of success in the industry.
Beyond his comments on Drake and JAY-Z, Ye also touched on his complicated relationship with his longtime collaborator, JAY-Z.
He made headlines with a provocative remark about Beyoncé, suggesting that she should allow JAY-Z more freedom to explore other aspects of life.
The interview sheds light on the complex dynamics of the rap game and the different ways in which success and influence are perceived.
Kanye West’s candid reflections offer fans and industry insiders a deeper understanding of how he views the contributions of his peers and the broader impact of their work.
As the conversation continues about the greatest rappers of all time, Kanye West’s insights provide a thought-provoking perspective on the criteria that define success and greatness in the rap industry.
