10. "people are too easily seduced by the idea of ethering in hip hop" In response to In response to 0
i doubt dame dash or anyone who made jay-z as big as he is/was think they can make 'another' hov, thats just a witty play on words. the point is that yes, jay-z helped make himself successful, but he didnt do it alone. he is one of the least grateful artists in recent memory from all accounts. so no one is saying that he wouldnt be shit without them or their input over the years, just that he is what he is, due to the help of those around him. would he be the same artist or have had the same path with others working for/with him? i doubt it. its a lot of hurt feelings that created that line thats been quoted, its not to be taken that literally. rap fans need to stop thinking in such binary terms and falling for one extreme argument over another.