Kanye West and Jay-Z's collaborative album "Watch The Throne" has been referenced in various contexts, with some outlets suggesting that Jay-Z has taken subtle shots at other artists, including Kanye West, in his lyrics. There are also reports of Jay-Z changing lyrics about Kanye West during a recent performance. The status of the relationship between Kanye West and Jay-Z is unclear, with some indications of tension and others of nostalgia and potential future collaboration.