50 Cent claims Jay-Z’s success is tied to Beyoncé and their marriage

50 Cent has stirred controversy with his claim that Jay-Z’s success is largely due to his marriage to Beyoncé. During an appearance on the FLAGRANT podcast with Andrew Schulz, the rapper jokingly referred to their union as a “marriage contract,” implying that Jay-Z’s accolades surged after their marriage. “He started getting Grammys left and right,” 50 Cent said, noting that Jay-Z had only one Grammy before Beyoncé but now has over 20.

As the panel reacted with laughter, Schulz pressed 50 Cent, asking if he genuinely believed the “marriage contract” was the reason for Jay-Z’s success. 50 Cent affirmed his stance, saying, “Absolutely. He’s been treated differently.” His remarks have sparked debate online, with some fans criticizing him for focusing on Jay-Z. “Between 50 and Dame, I don’t know who talks about Jay more,” one commenter joked.

This reaction is part of a larger trend, as 50 Cent has frequently made pointed remarks about Jay-Z. Recently, he addressed ongoing rape allegations surrounding Jay-Z, maintaining that their dynamic is competitive rather than personal. Despite this, many fans question his motives, given his consistent jabs at the Roc Nation head.

The FLAGRANT interview also covered other topics, including Kendrick Lamar, adding to the conversations sparked by 50 Cent’s appearance. Some viewers have expressed frustration with his focus on gossip instead of music. “I wish 50 would make some good music again instead of gossiping all the time,” one fan commented.

Jay-Z has not publicly responded to the claims, leaving 50 Cent’s latest remarks to fuel further speculation and debates in the hip-hop community.