In a surprising revelation during the latest episode of 'New Rory & Mal', podcaster Mal declared his allegiance to Drake over Jay-Z in a hypothetical rap battle. Mal, who is related to Roc-A-Fella Records co-founder Kareem 'Biggs' Burke, acknowledged his family ties to Jay-Z but insisted, 'I gotta ride with my man' when it comes to Drake. He stressed the need for respectful competition, stating he would not support any personal attacks reminiscent of the previous Drake/Kendrick feud. Additionally, Mal recounted a humorous exchange with Drake, who texted him about Jay-Z's hairstyle during a recent performance. This conversation occurred while Mal was distracted by a basketball game and unaware of the unfolding rap dynamics. The discussion gained traction as Jay-Z recently delivered a notable freestyle at the Roots Picnic, where he addressed several prominent figures in the hip-hop community, including Drake. Mal's comments have ignited conversations about loyalty and the nature of competition in the rap industry.