Instagram/Jay-Z Music Jay-Z defends his billionaire status, arguing morality, not money, defines a person. He challenges the idea that wealth equals corruption. March 25, 2026 AceShowbiz - Jay-Z has publicly declared he will no longer apologize for his billionaire status, emphasizing that morality-not money-is what truly defines a person. In a candid interview with GQ, the renowned hip-hop mogul challenged the widespread belief that accumulating wealth inherently equates to corruption. With an estimated net worth of $2.