Fat Joe Declares Himself 'The Blackest'

Fat Joe has once again spoken about his identity, declaring himself "the Blackest" while acknowledging his Puerto Rican and Cuban heritage. He firmly asserted his integral connection to hip-hop's origins, emphasizing his upbringing in the Bronx, the genre's birthplace. He mentioned being raised alongside hip-hop pioneers like Melle Mel and Grandmaster Flash.

During a discussion, Fat Joe dismissed any doubts about his cultural standing, pointing to his brother's past connection to Grandmaster Flash's vinyl crates. He also addressed past debates, defending his assertion that hip-hop's creation was a shared effort between Latino and Black artists. Furthermore, Joe defended his use of the N-word, explaining it stems from his lifelong immersion in hip-hop culture since childhood.