Dame Dash recently spilled the beans on a podcast, revealing that both he and Jay-Z were competing for Aaliyah’s heart. Here’s the Tea: Dash initially didn’t see Aaliyah as a romantic interest. He thought of her as a bit of a tomboy. However, one day, he noticed her in a different light and decided to go all out. Unbeknownst to Dash, Jay-Z was also trying to win Aaliyah’s affection. Jay-Z courted her with flowers and other gestures, but it never quite worked out for him. Both Dash and Jay-Z found themselves vying for Aaliyah’s attention. They even ended up in the same house

during a Fourth of July celebration. Aaliyah seemed to lean toward one of them on some days and the other on different days. Ultimately, Aaliyah chose to be with Dame Dash. They were planning to marry before her tragic demise in 2001. Aaliyah’s music continues to resonate, even years after her passing. Her unique style and talent left an indelible mark on the R&B world. Dame Dash and Jay-Z both tried to win Aaliyah’s heart, but it was Dash who captured it. Their love story remains a fascinating chapter in music history, forever tied to the memory of the beloved Aaliyah.