Jacquees has made a bold statement that’s ruffled a few feathers.
The Cash Money artist took to social media over the weekend to assert that he’s the king of R&B, and from what we can gather, the 23 singer wasn’t talking about ribs and barbeque. “I just want to let everybody know that I’m the king of R&B right now, for this generation. I understand who done came and who done did that and that, but now it’s my turn. Jacquees, the king.” he said.
Some of the Internet raised its digital eyebrow at the boast, while others paid it no attention. Tyrese, however, didn’t take kindly to the assertation. “Ima keep it stack with you,” the Transformers star posted. “The young kings of this generation that’s been running sh*t since day one are Chris Brown and Trey Songz.”
The soul singer continued and accused the Decatur, GA native of employing Tekashi 6ix 9ine tactics. “You got this out of the Tekashi 6ix9ine playbook. Stop trolling, my ni**a. Get back in the booth.”
Tank, having gotten wind of Jacquees’ statements, refuted his “king” claim. “First, R.Kelly is the king of R&B. The accusations don’t disqualify what he’s accomplished. Second, if you can’t go in the studio by yourself and make a hit record, you’re not my king. If you can’t sing it better live, you’re not my king. I appreciate all the talent out there, but we are using the word “king” too loosely.”
J. Holiday noted that Michael Jackson sold 20 million after the release of Off The Wall, and said R.Kelly owns the second spot. Eric Bellinger, while in the studio with Usher, simply panned his camera phone to Usher, who sat quietly in a corner.
Is everyone overreacting? Or should Jacquees not make such bold assertions?
