Jay-Z Says Calling All Billionaires Bad Is ‘Like A Cop-Out’

Jay-Z, the world's wealthiest musician, recently pushed back on arguments that billionaires are inherently bad in a GQ interview. He stated that linking a person's morality to their money is a "cop-out," arguing that morality isn't defined by a dollar amount and that those with more money can do more good. Jay-Z also criticized the demonization of billionaires without addressing systemic issues. Forbes estimates Jay-Z's $2.8 billion net worth largely stems from his liquor businesses, including Armand de Brignac and D'ussé, along with Roc Nation, his music catalog, art collection, and stakes in Uber and Tidal. His wife, Beyoncé, was also named a billionaire by Forbes. During the interview, Jay-Z discussed a sexual assault lawsuit, which was dropped after an NBC News report questioned the plaintiff's account. He expressed "uncontrollable anger" over the ordeal and refused to settle. He also criticized the intensity of the Drake-Kendrick Lamar feud and defended the Super Bowl halftime show selections of Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny. Jay-Z is preparing for a return to the stage with shows at Yankee Stadium in July, commemorating anniversaries of his albums "Reasonable Doubt" and "The Blueprint."