I thought his solo debut, College Dropout, was enjoyable. It hasn't proven to be something lasting, that I've listened to much since it came out, but it was fairly good, poppy hip-hop.
Comments like the one linked in the OP are just his attempts to stir the pot, keep attention on him. Like a carnival barker. I don't hate him for it, nor do I respect it. I think it's silly but harmless.