LL Cool J recently addressed the long-standing rumors about a supposed rap battle between himself and Jay-Z in a parking lot. During an interview with Charlamagne Tha God to promote his new album, LL set the record straight about his alleged beef with Hov.
Contrary to popular belief, LL Cool J revealed that the battle did happen, but it wasn’t as grand as the rumors suggested. He clarified that he did not use a verse from his song “Funkadelic Relic” during the battle, and instead, he ran out of rhymes. LL, who was already an established artist at the time, mentioned that Jay-Z was still trying to secure a record deal, making the match-up unfair.
During the interview, LL Cool J recounted the encounter with Jay-Z, explaining how he saw Jay flashing money in a club to get his attention. LL acknowledged that he was albums deep into his career while Jay was still an up-and-coming artist. He shared how Sauce Money, a member of Jay’s crew, started rapping, prompting LL to respond with a few rhymes and a snippet from his song “Ain’t No Stopping This.”
LL admitted that he was caught off guard and out of rhymes when Jay-Z started rapping, emphasizing that he was not fully prepared for a rap battle. Despite the rumors, LL Cool J made it clear that he wasn’t eager to engage in a lyrical showdown, especially with an artist like Jay-Z.
In conclusion, LL Cool J debunked the myths surrounding the supposed battle with Jay-Z, shedding light on what really happened during their encounter. He emphasized that while the battle did occur, it was not as dramatic as some had portrayed it to be, and he had already established himself as a seasoned artist at the time.