In a world where celebrities often tiptoe around controversy, one rapper has always been unapologetically honest. Azealia Banks, known for her fiery personality and unfiltered opinions, recently took to Instagram to share her thoughts on none other than the Queen Bee herself, Beyoncé.
Known for her chart-topping hits and dazzling performances, Beyoncé has long been an inspiration to fans around the globe. However, it seems that Azealia Banks isn’t buying into the hype anymore.
The controversial recording artist took to Instagram to make it clear that she wouldn’t have hesitated to take legal action if Beyoncé had decided to sample her beats on the highly-referential album, “Renaissance.”
In an Instagram comment, Azealia Banks responded to a fan who suggested that Beyoncé should have used some of Banks’ beats for the dance-heavy ‘Renaissance.’ Her reply was nothing short of bold and unapologetic, stating, “She knew better. Because I would have sued her, Sony, Columbia, Parkwood, Tidal, AND Blue Ivy. I would have sued the fake Basquiat dreads right off Jay’s head. I’m not the one.”
In a series of Instagram stories that had her followers buzzing, Banks held nothing back as she took on the pop icon, attacking her in a different way.
“I never in a million years thought Kim K would look healthier, more alert, more sober, and overall happier and in control of her sh*t than Beyoncé,” Banks candidly wrote. The rapper compared Beyoncé to reality star Kim Kardashian, expressing her surprise at seeing the latter appear more content and in charge of her life.
But Banks didn’t stop there. She went on to critique the once-powerful image she had of Beyoncé, claiming she now seems “obviously sad” when seen with her husband, Jay-Z. “Hate comparing, but Bey really dropped the ball on the aspirational pieces,” she continued. It’s clear that the rapper believes Beyoncé’s aura of power has dimmed over the years, leaving her feeling disillusioned.
Banks didn’t shy away from addressing the elephant in the room either. The state of Beyoncé’s relationship with Jay-Z was on her radar, and she didn’t mince her words. “Dead a** mean this with the most love ever, it’s time for you to get some NEW DK, so you can have some new energy and inspiration!!! That JAY-Z dk is out of steam, honey. Leave his deflated ass where he is, he would do it to you,” she said, offering some unsolicited advice to the star.
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It’s not the first time Azealia Banks has courted controversy with her candid remarks. Her no-holds-barred attitude has landed her in hot water on multiple occasions, but she remains unfazed by the critics. Love her or hate her, one thing’s for sure—she knows how to keep things interesting.
