Jay-Z Album Rumors Spark Frenzy as Elliott Wilson Denies Diss Track Speculation

Over the weekend, whispers about a potential new Jay-Z album sent fans into a frenzy after Akademiks TV shared a message from an anonymous source on X. The source claimed to have attended a private Roc Nation karaoke event in New York and revealed “word on the street Hov got a new album coming up including a diss song.” While the rumor was enough to get fans hyped, it seems like those hoping for a diss track shouldn’t hold their breath.

Elliott Wilson, a prominent voice in hip-hop media, quickly poured cold water on the diss track speculation. Taking to X earlier today, Wilson wrote, “Hov diss track rumor is [cap].” While he didn’t elaborate on his source, his statement was enough to divide fans.

Some followers remain skeptical, believing that if Jay-Z does release new music, it could still include subliminal shots. “Word, but if he has new music, people are for sure getting shot at lol,” one fan joked. Others dismissed the idea, saying, “Does anyone want or expect an old billionaire to diss someone else?”

Even without a diss track, a new Jay-Z album would undoubtedly generate massive excitement. While fans wait for confirmation on whether Hov has something cooking, it’s clear the legendary rapper is still making headlines. Recently, Jay-Z and his Team ROC organization filed legal action against the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department and local government over allegations of delayed police records amid claims of civil rights violations and corruption. “This filing is because human beings with badges have betrayed the public’s trust,” said Dania Diaz, Managing Director of Team ROC, in a statement to NBC News.

Whether or not a new Jay-Z album is on the way, one thing’s for sure—when Hov speaks, the world listens.