From: www.sohh.com

Rap pioneer Rakim recently shared his thoughts on Jay-Z being a popular candidate for the "Greatest Rapper Of All-Time" title and how Hov's success is a key sign of his talent.

Rakim also compared Jay's achievements to his own, which date back to the mid-1980's.

Artists like Mos Def have questioned Hov's "Greatest Rapper Alive" title in the past and compared him to Rakim's lyrical talent.

Cash Money Records' Baby also said his artist, Lil Wayne, has more talent and selling-ability than Jay in a recent interview.

Hov recently spoke on why calls himself the "Best Rapper Alive."