Not because of people showing off on social media. But the companies certainly used that as a scapegoat for the real reason, which is commercial real estate
you know what made the J Cole/Kendrick/Drake/Big Sean/Wale era so elite? They all made music that felt like coming-of-age.
Relatable storytelling and hunger for success. Everything felt perfect for ppl in late high school/in college/going into adulthood.
When the youth had their blog era movements poppin, he wouldn’t pass them the baton, effectively smothering NY’s Rap sound, legacy & buzz. Joey BA, FB Zombies, Skyzoo, French & Max, Smoke Dza etc. The city requested them but he refused. Talkin bout he only plays “the big leagues”
People debating this in the quotes. But two things can be true: he is indeed a cog in the capitalist machine, and that can feel soul sucking and depressing. However, this is still a comfortable life that is desirable for most people, especially if you grew up poor
And maybe you don’t want a dumb dumb on your side. I get it. But idk there are a lot of young boys who hear that and CAN’T critically think yet and that only aims them in one direction
Unfortunately the “all men suck” branding just isn’t good for getting men to ally with you. Yes, the reasonable and rational men know you aren’t talking about them. But maybe it’s time to realize most men aren’t reasonable and rational
I will always talk about Bush's disastrous policies. Wars in Iraq and Afghanistan that killed many, Abu Ghraib torture (led to radicalization that birthed ISIS), PATRIOT act, 2008 recession, Katrina response
You don’t have community because you aren’t a good community member. You don’t host events, you don’t know how to cook, you don’t know how to dance, you don’t know how to sing, and you aren’t doing anything to learn. You can’t tell stories or jokes.