Instagram/Joey Bada$$ & J. Cole & J Music Joey Bada$$ explains why lyrical rappers avoid collaborations: fear of being outperformed on their own tracks. He uses JID as a key example. March 25, 2026 AceShowbiz - Joey Bada$$ recently shared his thoughts on why many lyrical rappers steer clear of collaborations, suggesting it's due to fear of being outperformed on their own tracks. On March 24, the Brooklyn rapper took to Twitter to discuss the topic sparked by Jaÿ-Z's comments about hip-hop collaborations and battle rap culture.