Mal from the New Rory & Mal podcast is standing firmly behind Drake, even if it means choosing the biggest rapper in today’s hip-hop over JAŸ-Z, formerly Jay-Z.
During a recent episode of New Rory & Mal, Kareem Biggs’ younger brother sparked discussion after revealing where his loyalty would lie if Drake and Jay-Z ever faced off in a rap battle. The admission caught co-hosts off guard given Mal’s longstanding connection to Jay-Z and the Roc-A-Fella family.
Mal would explain his reasoning while also crediting both artists’ accolades.
“I might have to ride with my man Drake,” he said.
His co-hosts quickly reminded him of his close ties to Jay-Z. Mal acknowledged the Brooklyn rap icon’s place in his life but made it clear that his support would remain with Drake.
“That’s big bro, that’s family,” Mal said of Jay-Z. “But [Drake’s] my man. I gotta ride with my man.”
While Mal favored Drake in the imaginary showdown, he stressed that any battle should remain centered on lyrical competition rather than personal attacks.
Mal From New Rory & Mal Admits He Will Side With Drake In Possible Feud Against JAŸ-Z
“I’m with it if it remains rap and respectful,” he explained. “I’m not with the corny, just make up anything and say anything bullsh– that we witnessed two years ago.”
The conversation later shifted to Hov’s headline-grabbing freestyle performance at the 2026 Roots Picnic. According to Mal, he initially missed the moment because he was focused on the NBA playoffs rather than social media.
That’s when Drake stepped in.
“The funny sh– about all of this is Drake is the one that told me about this freestyle,” Mal revealed.
After checking his phone during a break in the game, he discovered several messages from the rapper. One text immediately caught his attention.
“Yo, but what’s up with the hair?” Drake allegedly wrote, joking about Jay-Z’s appearance during the performance.
Mal said he had not yet seen any photos or footage when Drake reached out. The exchange added another layer to the ongoing conversation surrounding Jay-Z’s Roots Picnic freestyle. It quickly became a major talking point in hip-hop, reigniting the debate about Drizzy, Jigga, and rap competition.
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