Complex's

Everyday Struggle

November 18, 2019

Jay-Z Upset w/ Kaepernick?, Meek Mill's Top 5, Nicki's Flowers Long Overdue? | Everyday Struggle

On Tuesday’s (Nov. 19) episode of #EverydayStruggle, Wayno and DJ Akademiks kick off the show discussing Colin Kaepernick’s recent NFL workout and the controversy that has surrounded the former NFL player since he decided to cancel the original training location of his workout. Ak and Wayno also discuss Jay-Z being ‘upset’ with Colin’s actions and J. Cole’s support of the quarterback. Soon after, the EDS duo determines the fate of some recently released tracks from Future, A Boogie wit da Hoodie, Trippie Redd, Blac Youngsta and Flipp Dinero in their ‘Brick, Hit or Wait on it’ segment. Afterwards, DJ Akademiks goes through the sales numbers of last week’s album releases and upcoming projects. Next, the EDS squad shares their views on Meek Mill’s Top 5 rappers of his generation, which includes Jay-Z, Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, Jadakiss and DMX.  To close out the show, the guys weigh in on Ebro’s recent tweet regarding the celebration of Nicki Minaj’s reign and how ‘she brought women in rap back!!’ in their ‘Big Facts or B.S.???’ segment.

SHARE THIS VIDEO

Episodes

More Shows Like This

  • Complex Current
  • Complex World
  • Rules to This Sh!t
  • Blueprint
  • Couch Classics
  • Mostly Football
Everyday Struggle
Everyday Struggle is a daily hip-hop debate show where internet sensation DJ Akademiks and hip-hop veteran Wayno square off on the biggest topics in music and pop culture, moderated by journalist Nadeska Alexis. The hosts bring their fans an in-depth look into the biggest stories in the hip-hop community with commentary, exclusive content, and a behind-the-scenes look at one of the biggest shows in rap. Popular segments throughout the show include The Review, AK by the Numbers, Heat Check, Struggle Mail and more. Conversations and opinions are of the hosts and are not representative of Complex or their guests. Notable celebrities on the show have included 21 Savage, Vince Staples, 2 Chainz, Jeezy, SZA, Erykah Badu, Tory Lanez, and spawned viral moments with rappers like Lil Yachty, Soulja Boy and the Migos. The show launched in April 2017 and airs Monday through Thursday on Complex.