Ice Cube has sounded off along with his ideas on whether or not he believes 2Pac‘s “Hit ‘Em Up” is a better diss track than his 1991 song “No Vaseline.”
During a recent conversation with DJ Whoo Kid, the West Coast rap legend scoffed at a ranking of the “Most Unforgettable Diss Tracks in Hip Hop History,” by The Root, in which “No Vaseline” was listed in third place while 2Pac’s “Hit ‘Em Up” sat properly within the primary spot.
“How’s 2Pac number one when he needed help on that record?” questioned Cube. “Me, ‘No Vaseline,’ one MC. I love Nas but it’s not,” he shortly segued because the host interjected to tell him of who occupied second place: Nas with “Ether.”
“Took out four n-ggas and the manager. I mean, damn! Got to give me credit for that,” continued Cube of the observe, which took purpose at his former N.W.A groupmates Eazy-E, Dr. Dre, MC Ren and DJ Yella, in addition to their supervisor, Jerry Heller.
“[The] group was over. I don’t know if they made another record after that. So, nah man. Sorry!”
Check out the interview under.
Ice Cube’s feedback obtained a lukewarm reception on social media as individuals started to chime in after a clip from his interview resurfaced by way of The Art of Dialogue on Twitter.
“Why is this even a discussion,” stated DJ Quik, whereas fellow Cali rapper Glasses Malone confirmed a united entrance with the Straight Outta Compton MC, saying: “agreed top 3 diss records of all time 1. no vaseline 2. ether 3. hit me up.”
Why is that this even a dialogue
— Dj Quik (@djquik) July 23, 2023
agreed
prime 3 diss data of all time
1. no vaseline
2. ether
3. hit me up https://t.co/7yH7lrtzQP— Glasses Malone 🏴☠️ (@gmalone) July 22, 2023
Cube’s discontent concerning how he feels others have considered his contributions to Hip Hop has lengthy been vocalized.
Earlier this 12 months, the rap veteran took situation with Billboard’sTop 50 Greatest Rappers of All Time record, demanding that his placement on the record proved the publication “ain’t Hip Hop.”
TMZ Hip Hop caught up with Cube as he was leaving Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in February, and Cube at first didn’t appear to be phased by his rating because the 18th best rapper of all time.
“Who?” he requested rhetorically when the reporter talked about Billboard‘s record. “I don’t fuck with Billboard or the editor. Billboard ain’t Hip Hop so their opinion don’t matter. So who gives a fuck?”
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Cube then argued that his Mount Westmore up to date Too $hort not being included on the record was undoubtedly an undeserved snub.
“It’s an irrelevant list,” he continued. “It’s like assholes: everybody got one and they all stink.”
Billboard‘s 50 best rappers record was topped by JAY-Z, with the publication citing his business success, essential acclaim, cultural affect, entrepreneurial achievements and profession longevity, alongside along with his uniquely “regal-scented rhymes that speak to the struggle.”
Following Hov was Kendrick Lamar (No. 2), Nas (No. 3), 2Pac (No. 4), Eminem (No. 5), The Notorious B.I.G. (No. 6), Lil Wayne (No. 7), Drake (No. 8), Snoop Dogg (No. 9) and Nicki Minaj (No. 10), making her the highest-ranked feminine on the record.
The heavily-debated record additionally featured Kanye West, Andre 3000, Rakim, LL COOL J, Black Thought, Scarface, 50 Cent, Missy Elliott and plenty of extra.
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