By Criss
Published on: April 9, 2024
By Sam Moore
In a surprising turn of events, hip-hop heavyweights Joe Budden and Skillz have ignited a heated feud over J. Cole’s recent apology to Kendrick Lamar. The drama unfolded after Budden took to the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) to express his disapproval of Cole’s olive branch to his rap rival.
The Spark: Budden’s Controversial Tweet
Budden’s tweet set the stage for the clash. He boldly declared that the “streets need a body,” implying that Cole’s gesture of reconciliation was unwarranted. The former Slaughterhouse MC, who retired from music in 2018, didn’t mince words. His provocative statement caught the attention of Skillz, known for his Hip Hop Confessions podcast.
Skillz Fires Back: “Wild Take Coming from a Rapper Who Never Caught One”
Skillz wasted no time in firing back at Budden. In a scathing reply, he quipped, “Wild take coming from a rapper who never caught one.” The Virginia native didn’t hold back, taking a direct jab at Budden’s career trajectory and lack of impact.
Budden’s Retort: “No Living Breathing Person Has You as a Better MC Than Me”
Budden, never one to shy away from confrontation, hit back with force. He asserted, “Now Skillz… there is NO LIVING BREATHING person that has you as a better MC than me.” The intensity escalated as Budden continued, “YOU can’t career shame a mosquito with a mixtape. And the one time a year people wanted to hear from you got stolen from you. Go be with your family.”
Skillz’s Counterpunch: “You Can’t Ever Talk Bars with Me”
Skillz wasn’t about to back down. He retorted, “Now Joseph? I have never been punched in the face for any subpar bars either. You have taken more RAP/LIFE L’s than any rapper from Jersey. Go be Wendy Williams, bro.” The reference to Wendy Williams, the controversial talk show host, added an extra layer of spice to the exchange.
The Podcast Showdown
The verbal sparring extended beyond Twitter. Skillz engaged in a separate battle with Joe Budden’s podcast co-host, Officially Ice. The topic? Podcasting itself. Skillz defended his own podcast, emphasizing that it’s all about hip-hop, not celebrity gossip. Officially Ice, however, pointed out the irony of Skillz criticizing podcasting while having his own confession-style show.
The Verdict
As the rap world watches, tensions remain high. Whether this feud will fizzle out or escalate further remains uncertain. One thing is clear: J. Cole’s olive branch has ignited a firestorm, and Joe Budden and Skillz are at the center of it all.
Stay tuned for more updates as this hip-hop saga unfolds. 🎤🔥
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