The hip-hop community is abuzz after DJ Akademiks put Jay-Z on blast for the recent announcement of Kendrick Lamar headlining the Superbowl halftime show. The controversial radio host did not hold back in his criticism of Jay-Z, accusing him of betraying the culture and selling out for a chance at commercial success.

In a fiery video posted to his social media, DJ Akademiks slammed Jay-Z for allegedly prioritizing his own financial interests over the integrity of hip-hop. He claimed that by allowing Kendrick Lamar to perform at the Superbowl halftime show, Jay-Z was endorsing a system that has historically excluded black artists and marginalized their voices.

Fans of both Jay-Z and Kendrick Lamar have taken to social media to weigh in on the debate, with many expressing disappointment in Jay-Z’s decision. Some have even called for a boycott of the halftime show in protest of what they see as a betrayal of the culture.

As the controversy continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Jay-Z will respond to the backlash from DJ Akademiks and the hip-hop community at large. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.