French Montana Sparks Controversy Over Money Dispute with Fat Joe on Podcast
Things got a little spicy on the Joe & Jada Podcast as French Montana took the opportunity to clear the air—and his bank balance. While promoting their latest collaboration, Coke Wave 3.5, French and Max B found themselves in a showdown of sorts with Fat Joe and Jadakiss. What kicked off as a casual chat quickly escalated into a heated debate regarding personnel payments for their iconic 2016 track, “All The Way Up.”
French raised eyebrows when he claimed he never received what he felt was a fair share of the song's publishing profits. This assertion caught Fat Joe off guard, prompting a lively back-and-forth as the two tried to recollect how their earnings were split when the hit was released. French maintained that his cut was significantly lower than anticipated, while Joe defensively suggested that French had indeed received some commission—just not as much as he recalled.
"I had zero publishing on that song," French joked, adding, "I told my lawyer, ‘my brother got me; I don't have to worry about it.’"
The playful, yet pointed exchange revealed the nuance of their financial agreement. Joe claimed he offered French 10 percent, to which French chuckled, retorting, "No, it was 5 percent." The debate continued to morph into a combined math lesson as the duo, along with their intrigued friends, attempted to unravel the actual figures.
The track “All The Way Up,” which soared to become a defining hit for both artists, ruled the airwaves and packed venues, earning multiple accolades. Fans were left astonished by the revelation that unresolved business lingered long after the song's release.
Clips of this unexpected podcast moment swept through social media, sparking fans to weigh in with their thoughts on who was in the right while generating laughter over the complexities of industry accounting. Regardless of whether the calculations ever find closure, one thing remains evident: even timeless classics can come with ongoing financial disputes.
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