The chances of getting “Watch The Throne 2” have skyrocketed.

Jay-Z recently gave Ye his flowers, and considering the history between the two rap legends, his comments are bound to generate conversation.

During JAŸ-Z in 8, Jay’s new documentary series with Rick Rubin, he described Ye as “one of the most brilliant creatives we’re ever going to see.” It was a short statement, but one carrying decades of creative history behind it.

Ye played an important role in Jay-Z’s musical evolution as a producer before becoming his peer and collaborator. Their partnership eventually produced the 2011 album Watch the Throne, which included massive songs such as “Otis,” “N****s in Paris,” and “No Church in the Wild.” Together, they created a sound and presentation that helped define luxury rap during that era.

Their relationship later became considerably more complicated. The two experienced public tension, personal distance, and years of speculation about whether they remained close. Ye’s controversial behavior added even more baggage to every conversation surrounding a potential reunion.

That context makes Jay’s compliment feel especially meaningful. He did not pretend everything between them was perfect, defend Ye’s controversial decisions, or announce another collaboration. He simply acknowledged what many music fans still believe: Ye possesses a rare creative mind whose influence extends across music, fashion, and popular culture.

Then again, Jay-Z is an extremely calculated dude, so perhaps this was his subtle way of extending a hand toward Ye. Father, please stretch those hands a little further so we can finally get Watch the Throne 2.

Quincy

Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.