Questlove Challenges GQ Dubbing Future The "Best Rapper Alive"

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Future's cover feature by Elliott Wilson was revealed this week and has sparked quite the discussion in Hip Hop.

A debate was sparked among Hip Hop fans this week after Future's GQ cover was revealed. The feature was penned by journalist Elliott Wilson who, for the publication, dubbed the hitmaker to be the "Best Rapper Alive," and not everyone agreed with the assessment. While the highlights of the interview were shared throughout several platforms and publications, Rap fans were quick to weigh in about whether or not Future was deserving of such a title. 

Entertainers and artists also shared their thoughts on the discussion, including legendary musician Questlove who kept his words brief while making his presence felt.

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The famed drummer is best known for his work with iconic Hip Hop group The Roots, one of the most respected collectives in the genre. On Twitter, Quest reposted Future's GQ cover with the declaration about the Atlanta star being the "best" in the game, and Questlove added a "." in the caption.

When a fan asked him if that was a "good" or "bad" reaction, Questlove answered by sharing two freestyle videos of Black Thought and the late Notorious B.I.G. Meanwhile, comedian KevOnStage went viral with his TikTok video criticizing Future being named the best rapper and Wilson reposted the clip and added, "Future won a Grammy."

It is a conversation that continues to be heavily debated, so add your thoughts in the comments and let us know if you think Future is the best rapper alive.







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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.