Lil Wayne’s Son Declares Playboi Carti the New G.O.A.T. of Hip-Hop

Lil Wayne’s 15-year-old son, Neal Carter, who performs under the name Lil Novi, recently stirred up a buzz in the hip-hop community with his bold claim that Playboi Carti is the greatest rapper of all time, surpassing even his legendary father.

In an interview with Flophouse Atlanta, Lil Novi was asked about his pick for the greatest rapper ever. While he initially acknowledged his father, Lil Wayne, he quickly pivoted to express his admiration for Playboi Carti. “Obviously, my dad,” Lil Novi began, before adding, “But for me, I’d say like because Carti is like the Wayne now. So yeah, Carti.”

When met with skepticism from the host, Lil Novi defended his stance by pointing to Carti’s commercial success and his strong draw as a live performer. “If you really think, he’s there,” Lil Novi insisted. “He’s reached that level. He’s done crazy numbers.”

The interview sparked a mixed reaction on social media. Fans of both Lil Wayne and Playboi Carti had varied opinions. Some were surprised that Lil Novi would place Carti on the same pedestal as his father. One user remarked, “How could he listen to his dad then Carti and determine he’s behind his dad?”

Others speculated that Lil Novi might not be as immersed in his father’s music as the public, acknowledging his dad’s legendary status out of respect. “I can almost guarantee he doesn’t listen to his dad. He doesn’t share the same hype we have, he just knows his dad is a titan in the industry,” another user commented.

However, some younger fans resonated with Lil Novi’s preference for Carti, viewing him as a significant figure in contemporary rap. They argued that Lil Wayne’s music might feel dated to the newer generation, whereas Carti’s style and success are more relevant today.

Lil Novi, the son of singer Nivea, has been making strides in the music industry himself. He shares a striking physical and vocal resemblance to his father and has released several songs on social media platforms, aiming to carve out his own legacy in the hip-hop world.

For a closer look at Lil Novi’s interview and to hear his thoughts on Lil Wayne and Playboi Carti, check out the full video below.