Dame Dash Exposes Biggie & Diddy for Copying Him and JAY-Z – Shocking Details Revealed!
Dame Dash, the co-founder of Roc-A-Fella Records, recently claimed that The Notorious B.I.G. and Diddy “copied” him and JAY-Z back in the mid-1990s, causing friction between the two camps. Speaking on political commentator Patrick Bet-David’s PBD Podcast, Dash reflected on his label’s rise to fame and their relationship with Bad Boy Records.
He mentioned that Biggie was someone he used to smoke with and revealed that there were suspicions of Biggie and Diddy copying the Roc-A-Fella crew. Dash stated that they felt Biggie and Puffy would see them in the club, and the next day, a record would be made. The lifestyle of hustling and making connections was key to Roc-A-Fella’s success, and Dash believed that Biggie and Puffy were copying their style.
Despite initial confrontations and tensions, Dash mentioned that they eventually became cool with Biggie and his crew. The narrative of artists biting each other’s styles is not new in the hip-hop industry, with Jay-Z himself being accused of biting Biggie by Nas in the past.
JAY-Z has always paid tribute to Biggie in his music, citing him as a major influence on his work. He explained that quoting Biggie in his rhymes was a way to keep his friend’s memory alive and honor his legacy in the music industry. This homage extends even further, as Jay-Z stated that he takes Biggie with him everywhere he goes, referencing him in his performances and acknowledging his impact on his own career.
Overall, the dynamic between Roc-A-Fella Records, Bad Boy Records, and the influence of legends like The Notorious B.I.G. and JAY-Z highlights the interconnectedness and influence within the hip-hop community. These stories of imitation, rivalry, and respect contribute to the rich tapestry of the genre’s history and evolution over the years.
