Joe Budden
Joe Budden is a rapper and media personality who first gained recognition with his 2003 hit single "Pump It Up" and later became a key figure in hip-hop podcasting through *The Joe Budden Podcast*. Emerging from the New Jersey hip-hop scene, he has distinguished himself by combining sharp music commentary with personal storytelling, offering nuanced takes on rap culture and industry dynamics. Fans return to *The Joe Budden Podcast* for its unfiltered, often intense conversations that challenge mainstream narratives and spotlight behind-the-scenes artist conflicts. Its defining feature is the raw, unscripted dialogue that fosters a community eager for honest debates about music, artist behavior, and cultural shifts within hip-hop.
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Joe Budden Apologizes to Latto Over Comments About Her Writing and Drake Influence
After Latto shared handwritten lyrics from “Hostage” to defend her pen, Joe Budden clarified his remarks about Big Mama and apologized.
Latto Shows Handwritten “Hostage” Lyrics in Response to Joe Budden Suggesting Drake Writes for Her
The rapper posted timestamped whiteboard lyrics on X, tagging Budden directly after he suggested Drake may have written parts of her album 'Big Mama.'
Joe Budden Responds to Claims Drake’s "Janice STFU" Is About Him: 'I'm That N***a'
Theories have been circulating online that Drizzy's chart-topping track is actually a diss aimed at the rapper-turned-podcaster.
Joe Budden Applauds Drake's 'Iceman' Bounce Back, Doesn't Think He's Playing Victim
The podcaster said that Drizzy sounds more "evolved" on his new album.
Drake's 'Iceman' Album: The Biggest Disses, Subliminals, and More
Drake touches on matters of Kendrick, Cole, Rozay, and more on one of his three new albums.
Joe Budden Responds to Alleged Drake Diss: 'We're Gonna Have to Paywall'
On a leaked track believed to be from Drizzy's 'Iceman' album, the Canadian rapper appears to take shots at Budden, whom he's had problems with in the past.
Joe Budden Talks Possible Drake 'Iceman' Diss, Allegedly Scrapped 'Naked in the Hallway' Reference
"I was so happy that that wasn't coming out," Budden said.
TDE's Punch Tells Joe Budden 'We Don't Bot,' Says 'True Metric Is Seeing People in Them Seats'
The TDE exec also said he's "never" purchased bots.
Complex's Hip-Hop Media Power Ranking Is Ruffling Feathers: Here's What People Are Saying
DJ Akademiks tops the list this year, leading to a slew of reactions from other media figures.
Hip-Hop Media Power Ranking: The 2026 Edition
Complex's fourth annual Hip-Hop Media Power Ranking is here. And in a year with no dominant stars and no breakout moments, the people shaping rap's conversation matter more than ever.
Joe Budden Says Drake’s ‘Iceman’ Is a ‘Make-or-Break’ Moment for the Rapper
Joe Budden says Drake’s upcoming album 'Iceman' is a make-or-break moment, saying the pressure is on following his beef with Kendrick Lamar.
Joe Budden Predicts Drake Will Take Shots at J. Cole, LeBron James on ‘Iceman’
Joe Budden believes Drake could target J. Cole and LeBron James on his upcoming album, 'Iceman.'
TDE’s Punch Fires Back at Joe Budden Podcast Over Album Delay Claims
After comments about Kendrick Lamar’s release gaps, Punch shuts down long-standing rumors about TDE holding back albums.
Joe Budden Says He Was ‘Happy’ J. Cole’s Honda Civic Broke Down: ‘I Jumped for Joy ... Fake Humble’
Budden says Kendrick Lamar’s 'GNX' rollout had more authentic storytelling.
Joe Budden Questions ‘America’s Next Top Model’ Milan Controversy: ‘This Girl Wanted It'
In the series' second cycle, contestant Shandi Sullivan drank, got in a hot tub with a male model, and only remembered fragments of sexual contact while being filmed by producers.
Marc Lamont Hill Claims GloRilla’s Sister Tried to Scam Him for $5K Interview: 'Was on the Verge'
When Hill declined to pay her that much, she allegedly started haggling.
Joe Budden Praises New Weight Loss Drug Zepbound: 'I Love It'
The rapper turned podcaster details using the weight loss medication alongside diet and exercise.
Joe Budden Admits He Carried 40 Percs Daily at the Height of His Addiction
The rapper turned podcaster talked about his near-fatal addiction and the struggle to quit.