Jamaican singer Sean Paul has opened up about how his career was affected after rumors of an affair between Beyoncé and himself began to circulate. In a recent interview, he claimed that his relationship with Jay-Z, Beyoncé’s husband, was negatively impacted after the gossip took a toll on his professional life.
Sean Paul, who rose to fame in the early 2000s, admitted that the rumors did not help his career, despite denying any romantic involvement with Beyoncé. The rumors began after the two collaborated on the hit song “Baby Boy” in 2003.
The Jamaican artist, known for his dancehall and reggae-infused music style, explained that the rumors were particularly damaging in the African-American community. He cited the strong fandom associated with Beyoncé and the loyalty of her fans who saw him as a threat to her relationship with Jay-Z.
According to Sean Paul, some people in the industry may have purposefully spread the rumors in an attempt to sabotage his career.
Furthermore, Sean Paul claimed that Jay-Z’s influence within the music industry also played a role in the negative impact on his career. He stated that since Jay-Z was an influential figure, his support or lack thereof could heavily impact an artist’s success.
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