Cam’ron Regrets Agreeing to LOX ‘Verzuz’ Battle: ‘I Was Trying to Be a Team Player’
In a recent episode of the podcast “It Is What It Is,” Cam’ron opened up about his regrets regarding the highly publicized Verzuz battle between his group, The Diplomats (Dipset), and their rivals, The LOX. Reflecting on the 2021 showdown, which took place at The Theater at Madison Square Garden, Cam’ron expressed that he should have declined the opportunity to participate. He revealed that despite initially voicing his reluctance to join the battle, he ultimately decided to go along with it in the spirit of teamwork. “I told n—as, ‘Don’t do the Verzuz,’” Cam’ron recounted, emphasizing that he felt pressured to support his group despite his reservations. This candid admission highlights the internal conflict artists often face between individual instincts and group dynamics.
The Verzuz battle itself became a memorable event in hip-hop history, with The LOX, led by Jadakiss, delivering a commanding performance that culminated in Jadakiss’ powerful freestyle of “Who Shot Ya?” This moment has been widely regarded as a pivotal point in the battle, showcasing the LOX’s lyrical prowess and stage presence. Cam’ron’s retrospective thoughts on the performance suggest that he feels the outcome was not just a defeat for Dipset but a personal misstep in his career. He stated, “It was the wrong decision,” reiterating his discomfort with the experience. This revelation adds a layer of complexity to the narrative surrounding the Verzuz series, where the competitive spirit often leads artists to confront their own vulnerabilities.
As the hip-hop community continues to celebrate the Verzuz platform for its ability to bring artists together and showcase their legacies, Cam’ron’s reflections serve as a reminder that even seasoned performers grapple with the pressures of collaboration and public perception. His experience resonates with many who have faced difficult choices in their careers, making his story relatable beyond the realm of music. You can catch the full discussion in the episode linked below, where Cam’ron and his co-hosts delve deeper into the challenges of decision-making in the spotlight.
Cam’ron
is having second thoughts about taking part in the
Verzuz
battle
between
the Diplomats
and
the LOX
.
During a recent episode of
It Is What It Is
, Cam,
Ma$e
, Maurice Clarett and host Treasure “Stat Baby” Wilson were discussing Lane Kiffin’s controversial decision to leave No. 6 Ole Miss as they get ready for the College Football Playoffs for SEC rival LSU and Stat Baby asked the panel if they ever had a tough decision to make. When it was Cam’s turn to answer the question, he brought up the
Verzuz
from 2021 where Dipset lost to the group out of Yonkers.
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“I can name a lot of decisions that wasn’t good ’cause I was trying to be a team player,” Cam’ron answered. “I should’ve never did the
Verzuz
, I told n—as, ‘Don’t do the
Verzuz
.’ I told n—as, ‘I don’t wanna do the
Verzuz
.’ But I’m a team player and it was the wrong decision that I made. No more of that, no more of that, no more of that.”
He later added: “I tried to be team player a lot of times and that’s the first thing that came to my brain when you said, ‘Wrong decisions.” It was the wrong decision.”
Led by Jadakiss, the LOX famously beat the Harlem group consisting of Cam,
Jim Jones
,
Juelz Santana
and Freekey Zekey at The Theater at Madison Square Garden, with Kiss’ “Who Shot Ya?” freestyle being the knockout blow.
You can watch the full episode below.
