Here Is What 50 Cent Had To Say About Jay-Z’s New Album “4:44”

50 Cent at the "Power' photocall at the 57th Festival of Television in 2017
50 Cent at the "Power' photocall at the 57th Festival of Television in 2017. Photo by Alberto Terenghi/IPA/REX/Shutterstock (8873452g)

Legendary hip-hop icon 50 Cent has never been shy about sharing his opinion – even when it comes to the work of his close friends and peers.

The most recent subject of the rapper’s musings has been Jay-Z’s recent album 4:44, which quickly amassed praise from critics and fans alike following its surprise release last summer.

While far from family-friendly, 50 Cent’s unofficial review of the record generally appeared to agree with its positive reception.

“I listened to that 4:44. I thought it was alright. I liked the s***,” begins 50. “But I’mma keep it a hundred, [the album] was a little too smart. I felt like I was supposed to be wearing like, glasses and tie like a sweater around my waist. It was like Ivy League s***.”

Say what you will, 50 Cent certainly does have a way with words.

The rapper-turned-entrepreneur also went on to discuss the relationship between up-and-coming hip-hop stars and more established acts, such as himself and Jay.

“You can’t be the best rapper at 47 because the new [rappers] are here. They coming with new s*** going on,” he said, humbly advocating for older acts to leave room for newcomers.