After causing a social media frenzy when Jim Jones recently called himself a better rapper than Nas, the conversation continued over on Shannon Sharpe and Chad ‘Ochocinco’ Johnson’s ‘Nightcap’ podcast. Shannon wasn’t here for Jim’s claims AT ALL! Chile the two even began roasting each other, with Shannon saying Jim wasn’t big enough to be on his main podcast, ‘Club Shay Shay.’ Here’s what went down…
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Jim Jones & Shannon Sharpe Exchange Words Over “Best Rapper” Remarks
On Saturday, June 21, Jim Jones appeared on Shannon Sharpe’s ‘Nightcap’ podcast and immediately doubled down on his claim that he’s out-rapping Nas right now. Shannon wasn’t having it, stepping up to defend Nas. But Jim was ready for this argument as he accused Shannon of purposely “capping.” Jim added that despite his controversial comments, he was still a bigger Nas fan than the former NFL star.
“I’m going to sing more Nas records than you!” Jim told Shannon, then turned to Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson, saying, “He don’t even know about rap, he’s just doing it for the views to get Jim Jones on here and get him hot.”
That remark lit a fire under Shannon! He took Jim’s “get him hot” jab as shade, thinking Jim meant his platform needed the boost. “Get him hot? You better check the podcast space,” Shannon snapped, seemingly flexing his podcast credits. “This the biggest podcast you EVER been on!” When Jim tried to switch up the topic and asked Shannon to name one Nas track, Unc wasn’t letting it slide.
Jim stayed cool, telling Shannon he was clearly in his feels. But Unc kept the pressure on, saying Jim ain’t even on Nas’ level to get an invite to ‘Club Shay Shay.’ “You not there yet, bro, slow down,” Shannon said, adding, “You might outrun me, but you can’t out talk me!”
Shannon Sharpe & Jim Jones went at it then made up on Night Cap pic.twitter.com/ARtQUjVwAn
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Shannon And Jim Signed Off On A Friendly Note
Before the episode wrapped, Shannon made sure to clear the air and be honest with Jim. He let the rapper know that their debate over Nas wasn’t that deep before giving the New York emcee props for his legacy. “We had a blast going back and forth about Nas, Jadakiss, and you,” Shannon said.
“But, bruh, you stand the test of time, you do what you do, you’re great at what you do, and I appreciate you taking the time out of your busy schedule tonight to come on with Ocho and I and talk about all things. I had a great time.”
Ochocinco co-signed, calling their spicy exchange “iconic,” which got Shannon chuckling. By the end, the energy had shifted to nothing but love, proving they could throw jabs and still dap it up.
Here’s What Jim Previously Said About Nas’ Music
So, here’s how the Jim Jones vs. Nas debate started. Jimmy hopped on Fat Joe and Jadakiss’ ‘Joe and Jada’ podcast earlier this month. During their chat, Jim said he’s got a better catalog and more Billboard entries than Nas. The Dipset MC was responding to a viral clip from a 22-year-old fan, who swore Jim’s influence and chart success trump Nas’ legacy. And Jim was leaning all the way into it, telling the world to “pull up Nas’ Billboard entries, then pull up mine!”
He then doubled down, saying, “My son can’t name one Nas record,” pointing to a generational gap where he feels his music connects more with the youth. He gave props to Nas as an idol from his high school days, admitting he was a “superior Nas fan” back in the ‘90s, but added, “Your idols become rivals.” While Jim insisted he’s not throwing shade, he’s hyping up his own gold and platinum records, claiming he’s been “spanking” the game with or without Dipset.
Jim Jones goes off after a kid on Instagram compared him to Nas, and says: pull up Nas’ Billboard entries, then pull up mine.
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— The Art Of Dialogue (@ArtOfDialogue_) June 19, 2025
