All The Best Bars From Jay-Z's Roots Picnic Freestyle DECODED
Jay-Z unleashes lyrical fire, addressing critics & defending his family's legacy in a surprise freestyle performance.
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Jay-Z shut down social media this weekend after making a surprise appearance at the Roots Picnic and debuting a brand new freestyle packed with subliminal shots, bold declarations and reminders of why he’s still one of hip hop’s most feared lyricists. The rap icon also had fans talking about a new look, stepping onstage with a full afro that immediately sparked conversation online alongside the bars themselves.
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But it wasn’t just the hairstyle that grabbed attention. Throughout the freestyle, Jay appeared to address several people who have publicly criticized, challenged or accused him in recent years. From Drake and Kanye West to Tory Lanez, Jaguar Wright and Dame Dash, Hov used the moment to fire back at critics while defending his legacy, his family and the Roc Nation empire. We broke down some of the most talked about lines and what they appear to mean.
Check out a few stand out bars below.
