Streaming Stars: Why Knowing Legends Isn't a Must

The internet was buzzing after comedian Deon Cole pointed out that streamer Kai Cenat didn't seem to recognize well-known Black celebrities during his BET Awards streaming gig. This sparked a debate about whether knowing industry legends is still important in today's digital age. Consequence, a respected figure in the music scene, shared his thoughts on the matter. He revealed that he personally experienced Kai and his friend Rakai dismissing his son, Caiden The Crownholder, as just a rapper, not recognizing his growing popularity on TikTok. This shows a clear disconnect between old-school values and the new wave of internet fame. Many people agreed with Deon's perspective. Consequence, being a veteran in the industry, understands the issue but acknowledges that the current trend favors streaming and clout over traditional industry knowledge. He believes that in this new era, there's not much that can be done to change the focus from streaming to more traditional forms of recognition. The conversation also touched on the BET Hip Hop Awards being canceled in favor of "Love & Hip Hop. " When asked about this, Consequence seemed to imply that it's a sensitive topic, perhaps because of the network's current direction. This debate highlights a bigger question: In a world where streaming platforms and social media dominate, does knowing the legends of the past still matter? Or has the game changed so much that new rules apply?