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Jay Jody Explains Why Freestyle Still Matters For Up-and-coming Rappers. Freestyling keeps coming up in hip hop conversations, and Jay Jody has added a measured voice to the debate. Asked why many new artists do not feel comfortable freestyling, he kept it honest while pushing for growth.
“I say to each their own,” he began, setting a tone of respect. “But you have… dont skip stages if you can, especially if you are on an up-and-coming wave. Just try to.” He then pulled from his own journey. “I hated to freestyle, to be honest with you. But I had to do it.”
For Jay Jody, the point is not to police artists but to protect the spirit that built the culture. “Right now, ain’t nobody forcing me to do nothing, I’ve done my job. But it’s for the culture, so show that you embrace the culture. We need to hear that, especially if you are coming up.”
His remarks arrive at a charged moment. Freestyle has become a norm on DJ Speedsta’s 5FM Hip Hop Nights, where most visiting rappers are asked to jump on the mic. The talk intensified when K.Keed declined to freestyle during her appearance, lighting up timelines and studio hallways alike with arguments about what counts as real artistry, preparation, and respect for the craft.
Jay Jody’s stance lands in the middle ground. He recognises that not every artist thrives in an off-the-top setting, yet he highlights freestyling as a rite of passage that sharpens skill, tests composure, and signals commitment. The message to emerging rappers is simple. You do not have to love it, but you should do it. Treat it like a stage you pass through, a workout that builds stamina before the big leagues.
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Jay Jody Explains Why Freestyle Still Matters For Up-and-coming Rappers. Freestyling keeps coming up in hip hop conversations, and Jay Jody has added a measured voice to the debate. Asked why many new artists do not feel comfortable freestyling, he kept it honest while pushing for growth. Jay Jody Explains Why Freestyle Still Matters For …
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