Overview
- On a recent episode of the Million Dollaz Worth of Game podcast this week, Max B said he would rank himself immediately after The Notorious B.I.G., Jay‑Z and Nas among New York rappers.
- Max B defended the placement by citing his catalog, mixtapes and the influence of his ‘Coke Wave’ sound as evidence of consistent songwriting and creativity.
- During the broadcast he questioned Big Daddy Kane’s later visibility, saying he hadn’t seen Kane in years, and later posted a follow‑up video calling Kane a disappointment after his third album.
- Established rappers including Fat Joe and Tony Yayo publicly pushed back in livestreams, saying Kane’s contributions and certified records should not be downplayed.
- Fans and social media users reacted with a mix of criticism and jokes, extending the debate across podcasts, livestreams and platforms and underscoring a generational split over how to weigh mixtapes versus classic albums.