^ no actually, you were right. the only time i wouldve said DMX could compare to jay-z is in 1998, It's Dark And Hell Is Hot. Dont get me wrong, I like X and thinks hes alright, but Jay-Z IS better. He's deeper, more intelligent, has a better flow, and is better lyrically (im talking in terms of metaphors, poetry, not rhymes). Hes more consistent too.