“As long as people will clap for you, pop out & give them something to clap for” The criticism of Jay Z feels misplaced. Hip hop doesn’t have an age limit, & wisdom doesn’t come with an expiration date. What we saw at Roots Picnic was competition at its highest level—a legend responding when his name was called, and the culture stopping to listen. If the passion still burns, the performance still moves people, and the crowd still wants more, why should anyone walk away before they’re ready? thepivot on youtube & streaming platforms. #ThePivot #JayZ #RootsPicnic #HipHop #TooOld