Dame Dash's "Cheap Teeth" Diss Track Reignites Roc-A-Fella Beef

The recent series of direct provocations began to unfold more overtly in April 2026. On April 22, 2026, during an interview on the "Ghetto Runways" podcast, Dame Dash launched a verbal attack on Cam'ron. He specifically targeted Cam'ron's dental work and fashion choices, referring to him as "Cheap Teeth" and mocking his attire on "It Is What It Is," comparing them to "old school Steve Harvey suits." Dash even challenged Cam'ron to a "dentist for dentist" battle, boasting about his own high-end dental work. Cam'ron responded just two days later, on April 24, 2026, by posting a video on Instagram of Dame Dash performing an "old man dance," a move widely interpreted as a humorous clapback.

The feud escalated further when Jay-Z took the stage at the Roots Picnic in Philadelphia on Saturday, May 30, 2026. During his performance, Jay-Z delivered a freestyle that many listeners and industry observers interpreted as direct disses aimed at Dame Dash. His lyrics included pointed lines such as, "N****s teeth is tumbling out their mouth, and somehow I'm the one who done it," and "That chatty patty is down on his luck again." These lines were widely believed to be references to Dash's recent dental issues and his outspoken nature in public forums.

Dame Dash quickly retaliated against Jay-Z's remarks in an interview with "The Art of Dialogue" on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Dash dismissed Jay-Z's freestyle as "terrible" and "old jokes," stating, "I couldn't hear the lyrics because the hairstyle was crazy. Why would they let him come outside like that. That s–t is funny and there should be jokes for that hairstyle." He went on to mockingly refer to Jay-Z as "Cinnamon Doo Doo" and offered unsolicited advice for future performances, suggesting Jay-Z get a "caesar" haircut and wear a Yankee hat. Dash also claimed that Jay-Z's continued references to him were merely a bid for relevance in the current hip-hop landscape.

Adding another layer to the current situation, Dame Dash has been actively promoting his artist, Nicky Licky, who is featured on the "Cheap Teeth" diss track. Dash controversially described Nicky Licky in a May 28, 2026, interview with Jason Lee, as resembling "a little white lesbian Aaliyah." He defended this comparison, stating, "What I said is she reminds me of a little white lesbian Aaliyah. I never compared her music to Aaliyah. And you don't know Aaliyah. I did." Nicky Licky is currently the main artist Dash is working with and is at the forefront of his new musical endeavors.

This ongoing storyline continues to captivate because it underscores the enduring legacy of Roc-A-Fella Records and the complex personal and professional relationships of its founders. The public fallout, which has included past legal battles such as the June 2021 lawsuit over Dame Dash's attempt to auction an NFT of Jay-Z's "Reasonable Doubt" album, and Dash's reported financial struggles, including the auction of his film company Poppington LLC in December 2025, highlight the deep-seated issues that continue to fuel these public disputes.

The "Cheap Teeth" diss track and the subsequent swift reactions from all parties serve as the latest chapter in a long-running narrative of ambition, perceived betrayal, and the shifting dynamics of power within hip-hop culture. As these titans of the industry continue to air their grievances in public, fans remain tuned in, watching how this storied and often volatile saga will continue to unfold. What's clear is that the history of Roc-A-Fella Records, and its founders, remains an open book, with new pages being written all the time.