A. Ward speaks on the ongoing ghostwriting conversation surrounding Aye Verb after recent claims involving Mickey Factz and Danja Zone. During this HipHopIsReal interview before his battle at SMACK Volume 12, Ward addresses the integrity of battle rap and why ghostwriting accusations can impact how the culture views legends.
Ward explains why battle rap has always been built on “my bars vs your bars” and why any ghostwriting controversy can raise questions about authenticity within the culture. He also reflects on how these situations affect the way fans and peers may view legacy in battle rap.
This interview was captured live at SMACK VOL. 12 as A. Ward prepared for his battle with Fonz, while also weighing in on one of the most talked-about topics in battle rap right now.
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Does ghostwriting change how you view a legend in battle rap?
