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Busta Rhymes, with his renowned fast-paced delivery, at ‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’ gave a different spin to it, and it is now being talked about everywhere for the past weeks just because of the excellent and sharp performance that he has rendered. The iconic figurative genius together with his electrifying performance succeeded in evoking his unrivaled talent and magnetism among the spectators which resulted in a huge flow of appreciation and nostalgia on the internet.
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The official ‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’ Instagram account admits, ‘we are still thinking about’ the flawless performance of Busta Rhymes at the event. And they are definitely not the only ones. The clip featuring the rapper’s signature speed and precision is met with the most different reactions from the spectators ranging from sheer amazement to humorous inter-generational comparisons.
The audience to a very large extent was in agreement that the skill should be recognized. One viewer poetically exclaimed that Busta was ‘cleaner than the Board of Health’ and most of the audience seemed to share this opinion. Not only did the user praise the performers for their looking good, but also said that they had been so classy and clean as an added bonus. This point made by the first user was very much to the point as others said that they were with him as well and that they valued the formal, polished way in which Busta brought the stage.
The rap performance also posed a big question about the standard of rap artists. One Turkish fan made a very clear and forceful hint, saying in English which he had translated from his own language, ‘the ones we have don’t even sing properly, look at theirs.’ This was a part of a larger discussion where Busta’s rap fans would compare him with artists in their local area thus highlighting his global standard. One user also jokingly remarked about the physical effort, ‘I am afraid I will get out of breath just listening,’ and at the same time it was a compliment to the the rappers’ incredible lung capacity and control.
The vintage factor was very strong. ’25 years later, and the man can still sing the same tune and rock the crowd.’ one user said and concluded with trophy and crown emojis. It is a very bold statement about the stay of the talent in the industry, which is primarily based on the newcomers. Busta Rhymes did not simply perform a song; he taught a masterclass in consistency and showmanship that goes beyond generations.
The main performers were also acknowledged for their contributions to the success of the performance. ‘Spliff Star as a hype man should be in the curriculum’ was what a person with very discerning eye for detail commented. Now, while that may be a long-time associate of Busta’s, he has already been recognized as one of the best hype men who can elevate a performance from good to great in tandem with a very good performer just by playing this chemistry and foundational role in the performance. These are not mere tiny details—they were the custom-made suit, the perfect timing of The—they were the elements of the partnership that finally led to the moment being considered among the highlights of New Year’s celebrations.
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Among the audience, there were a few viewers of younger generation who joked that they could not figure out the lyrics but still enjoyed the rhythm, yet the overall reaction was deep respect. The rapper’s pure artistry and talent took the audience hostage and made them forget about the noise that surrounded the music industry and reminded them why Busta Rhymes is still a hip-hop legend. The performance was a huge and loud reminder of the artist’s power to live up to the Ivory Tower of rap even if it was just for that night and in front of the ‘Rockin’ Eve’ crowd. The conversation opened by the performance is just the right way to honor an artist who, even after decades of conquering the career ladder, still can command the stage and captivate the audience with only a mic and his impeccable technique. In a recent powerful reflection, he declared 2026 is time to go. His career has also seen exciting new chapters, like when Busta Rhymes and Swizz Beatz announced a new collaboration. Through it all, he has shared a powerful message declaring God is the greatest, and has even been part of a tense viral exchange with a fan.
