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Jay-Z Reveals Kanye's Coldplay Collab Jealousy
10 Oct
Summary
- Jay-Z discussed Kanye West's feelings about his Coldplay collaboration.
- West expressed his frustration in the song 'Big Brother'.
- Jay-Z understood West's feelings but questioned ownership of artists.
Jay-Z has revealed the details behind Kanye West's feelings regarding a collaboration with the band Coldplay. During his docuseries, 'JAY-Z in 8,' the rapper discussed how West perceived his musical partnership with Coldplay's Chris Martin. West expressed his frustrations on his 2007 track 'Big Brother,' rapping about his surprise that Jay-Z also worked with the British band.
Jay-Z explained that West felt betrayed by this musical overlap, even confiding in an A&R representative instead of directly addressing Jay-Z. This event is recounted as a significant moment of misunderstanding in their relationship. Jay-Z noted that while he could empathize with West's feelings, he questioned the notion of artistic ownership.
He stated that musicians are free to collaborate with numerous artists, regardless of who initiated a partnership first. Jay-Z suggested that West's reaction stemmed partly from entitlement, emphasizing that no artist can claim exclusive rights over another. The final episodes of 'JAY-Z in 8' are now available.
