Swizz Beatz Vs. Tumbaland: Verzuz Rematch
Verzuz co-founders Swizz Beatz and Timbaland took to the Verzuz stage with an official rematch on Sunday night. The battle featured many of their great hits. In addition, the battle was a celebration of their career successes including how Verzuz has become a major music platform.
Swizz Beatz Takes Jab at Justin Timberlake
Following Timberland’s strategic dropping of hit songs “Sexyback” and “Cry Me a River” in the Verzuz mix, Swizz Beatz immediately voiced his criticism.
“He needs to acknowledge his love for Black culture and be present on this stage…you took from Black culture, now contribute to it! Join Verzuz and embrace the Black culture!”
Timbaland Defends Justin Timberlake
During the live battle, Timbaland argued, “But uh…you did go a little hard on my brother JT, though,” referring to his comments on Sunday.
Beatz responded by justifying his comments considering how well the songs flowed through the battle.
Beatz explained, “Look man, I had to go hard,” Swizz said. “You heard how them songs were sounding on that stage? It was like JT was in the building. I was like, ‘Man!’”
“You know it’s hip hop,” he added. “And I was just having fun. I don’t got no problem with JT, I don’t got no problem with nobody. We just having fun. It’s called Verzuz. You know, we doing our thing. Shoutout to JT. We can’t wait to get you on stage having fun cause you deserve it too.”
Major Black Culture Contribution
Swizz meant no harm in sharing his thoughts. He simply highlighted how the platform serves as a chance for the greatest Black musical acts to deliver their best hits. It’s a creative battle – a modern way of celebrating Hip Hop and R&B. Beatz and Timbaland surely put in their work for the culture.
