Eve is dishing some unexpected tea in her upcoming memoir “Who’s That Girl?”—and it’s about none other than Jay-Z.
Eve’s memoir, set to release tomorrow, dives deep into her experiences in the industry, and let me tell you, it’s juicy. In a recent interview with The Times, she opened up about some of the challenges she’s faced, particularly misogyny. But one story stands out: a phone call from Jay-Z.
According to Eve, Jay-Z called to congratulate her on the release of her debut album “Let There Be Eve… The Ruff Ryders First Lady,” but he had some sobering advice for her. He reportedly told her that female rappers “don’t really do that well.” Ouch. Given that Eve’s album sold 213K copies in its first week and over 2 million to date, it seems she had the last laugh.
This revelation comes amidst ongoing debates in the music industry. Remember Nicki Minaj’s recent comments on the Super Bowl halftime show? She felt Lil Wayne should have taken the stage instead of Kendrick Lamar. This drama opens up old debates between Young Money and Roc Nation fans, and Eve’s story adds another layer.
Fast forward to today, and Eve’s career looks different. She’s not just a rapper; she’s set to be a Scholar-In-Residence at NYU for the academic year. Dean Jack H. Knott expressed his enthusiasm, noting that Eve’s expertise in music, film, and television, as well as her philanthropic efforts, would be invaluable to students.
Eve couldn’t be more excited either. She posted on social media about her new role, saying, “Ya’ll, I can’t believe I am saying this. But I am thrilled to announce I will be joining the 2024-25 Scholar-in-Residence at NYU’s Steinhardt School.” She added that she looks forward to giving people a better understanding of who she is beyond her music.
Eve’s journey from a female rapper warned of impending failure to a respected artist and soon-to-be scholar is nothing short of inspiring. What would she say to Jay-Z now? One can only speculate, but it’s clear that Eve has more than proven her worth in every arena she steps into.
Eve’s experiences remind us that the road to success isn’t always smooth, but resilience and talent can turn any tide. Her memoir promises to offer more insights and surprises.
