Capo Says He Was Misunderstood and Knows How to ‘Turn Negatives Into Positives’
Jim Jones has spoken out about the unexpected backlash he received after claiming he was more successful and relevant than Nas, admitting he underestimated fans’ fierce loyalty to the Queensbridge legend.
In a recent appearance on Angie Martinez’s IRL podcast, the Dipset rapper explained that his comments stemmed from a viral clip comparing the two artists’ relevance. “I didn’t start it,” Jones said. “A young man was asked who’s more relevant, Jim Jones or Nas? That went super viral. Then everyone jumped on it.”
Jones defended his stance by pointing to his deep understanding of internet culture. “I know how to go viral… One click away from making me some money,” he said, referencing his music, label, and presence on social platforms. “I’m worried about myself when I make these moves.”
Addressing the reaction directly, he added, “I didn’t know how many people loved Nas like that. People went crazy. But that’s hip-hop.”
Despite the controversy, Nas has yet to respond publicly. Meanwhile, Jones remains unfazed, standing by his accomplishments and emphasizing that turning controversy into opportunity is part of his strategy.