The surprise of the evening was the appearance of Jay-Zwho joined his wife on stage to interpret classics such as “Crazy in Love” and “Drunk in Love”, remixed with “partition”. However, attention focused on the interpretation of “N – S in Paris“, an emblematic theme of your collaboration with Kanye West.
In an unexpected turn, and according to videos recorded by Fans, Jay-Z modified a crucial part of the letter. Instead of the original line, “Just Might Let You Meet Ye,” The rapper changed the reference to his former partner for: “Just Might Let You Meet Bey.”
This subtle but significant alteration did not go unnoticed. It was interpreted as an answer to the attacks spilled by Kanye West against the children of Beyoncé and Jay-Z months ago. In a series of publications in X (formerly Twitter), West questioned the intellectual capacity of Sir and Rumi, the couple’s minor children, generating generalized outrage.
Although West gave apologies, he later retracted them in an interview with DJ Akademiks, generating even more controversy. This led to Beyoncé and Jay-Zaccording to nearby sources, were “discussing the best way to handle the situation, either privately or legally.“The couple refused to tolerate statements considered” vulgar and offensive. “
The relationship between Jay-Z and Kanye West, which began in 2000, has had its ups and downs over the years. In 2017, Jay-Z described his link to New York Times as “complex”, recognizing the existence of “certain unacceptable events” while claiming the presence of a “genuine love.” The modification of the letter in “N -S in Paris” adds a new chapter to this complex story.
The reactions to the change of lyrics have been diverse. While some see it as a justified response, others consider it unnecessary gesture. The truth is that this episode has revived the debate on the limits of artistic expression and the consequences of public statements, especially in the digital world.
