Fat Joe reveals he and DJ Khaled fought over Eminem sneakers

Fat Joe and DJ Khaled are two of hip-hop’s most outspoken sneaker aficionados, and their love for footwear runs just as deep as their music careers. For Fat Joe, sneakers are a lifelong passion rooted in New York street culture, where rare Jordans and classic Air Force 1s became symbols of identity and respect. Over the years, Joe has built one of the most respected sneaker collections in hip-hop, often sharing stories about early releases, priceless samples, and the history behind iconic silhouettes.

DJ Khaled approaches sneakers with the same larger-than-life energy he brings to everything else. Known for his close relationship with Jordan Brand, Khaled has turned his sneaker obsession into high-profile collaborations, particularly with Air Jordan 3s and 5s that reflect his signature “We The Best” branding. His social media presence has played a huge role in showcasing sneaker culture to a global audience, as he regularly unboxes exclusives and celebrates limited drops as major life moments.

Together, Fat Joe and DJ Khaled represent two generations of sneaker love within hip-hop — one rooted in the streets and the other amplified by global influence and branding power. Whether it’s Joe breaking down the cultural significance of a classic pair or Khaled turning a sneaker release into an event, both have helped elevate sneakers beyond fashion into a form of storytelling, legacy, and personal expression within the culture.

During Fat Joe’s recent appearance on Got Sole, the Bronx rapper revealed that one day he and DJ Khaled almost fought over Eminem x Carhartt Jordans: “I needed that black Carhartt x Eminems. He might have had 10 pairs. And for some reason, I couldn’t find my size. And I’m trying to buy it for $30,000. I walk in Khaled’s closet and he wears 11 and half, I’m 12. That man tried to fight me one on one. I was like ‘Yo, Khaled, I’m trying to buy these, let me get one.’ He was like ‘I ain’t giving you s–t.’ He was like ‘hell, nah!’ We were about to fight. He refused.” You can watch the interview below: