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1:41
Guest Host Introduction
2:12
Discussion on Graffiti and Fashion
4:18
Finding Vintage Clothing and Online Engagement
5:20
Work Experience and Education
6:22
Personal Style and Clothing Line
7:25
Rap Career and School Experience
8:27
Finding One's Passion and Purpose
8:57
Appreciation for Complex Music
9:28
Authenticity and Experimentation in Art
9:59
Revisiting Old Work and Appreciation for Legacy
10:29
Experimentation and Authenticity in Music
11:01
Initial Discussion of JLo Song and Record Label Issues
12:03
Writer's Rights and Sony Deal
13:05
Parting Ways with Jay-Z and Dame Dash
14:07
London Incident and Black Hand/Rockefeller Deal
15:08
Sony and The Rock's history and impact
16:11
Personal experiences with Sony and The Rock
16:43
Hypothetical scenario of signing to The Rock earlier
17:45
Comparison with other artists and their experiences
18:16
Counting Bars with Kanye West
18:48
Loyalty and Career Decisions
19:51
Dame Dash Music Group and Contract Issues
20:21
Chris Lighty's Actions and Career Impact
21:25
Respect, Fear, and Hurt
21:56
Chad as a Father Figure
22:27
Learning and Growth with Chad
23:30
Finessing Fear for Advantage
24:01
Initial Issues with 50 Cent and G-Unit
24:35
Challenges in the Industry due to 50 Cent's Polarizing Presence
25:06
Frustration with Lack of Support and Opportunities
25:36
Perception of G-Unit as a Threat due to 50 Cent's Influence
26:38
Initial beef with Chaz and 50, never personal
27:41
Chaz and 50's beef would have been unified without it
28:45
Going to 50's office, trying to fix the issue
29:18
Approaching the Office Building
29:48
Meeting with Front Desk Lady
30:18
Tension and Uncertainty
31:21
Finding a Safe Position
31:53
Initial attempt to resolve conflict and personal feelings
32:23
Frustration with past attempts to resolve conflict and desire for mutual understanding
32:55
Encounter with Yayo and attempts to resolve conflict through intermediaries
34:26
Comparing Brooklyn and Queens Rap Scenes
34:58
Lack of Collaboration between Brooklyn and Queens Rappers
35:28
Ideal Lineup for a Queens Tour
36:00
Additional Artists to Consider for the Queens Tour
36:31
Headlining Act Suggestions for the Queens Tour
37:35
Giving Flowers and Appreciation to Listeners
38:05
Personal Reflections on the Show and Appreciation for Listeners
38:36
Naivety and Festival Style Concerts
39:07
Generational Hip Hop and Summer Jam
39:38
Performing in a Billionaire's Living Room
40:09
Concerts and Parties
41:12
Drinking Game and Personal Stories
42:14
Red Carpet and Liquor at Awards Shows
43:48
Personal Experiences with Celebrities and Parties
44:22
Music Industry and Artistic Comparisons
46:57
Growing Up in the Hood and Studio Life
47:28
Rap Influences and Comparisons
48:32
Personal Connection to Lost Boys and Southside
49:02
Impact of Personal Experiences on Artistic Choices
49:33
Comparing Biggie and Big L, Ice Cube and Scarface
50:35
Meeting Scarface and considering his offer
51:06
Scarface's proposal to take him on tour
51:36
Regretting not taking Scarface's offer
52:09
Comparing to Nelly's success
52:47
Reflecting on past successes and failures
53:18
Discussing a potential collaboration with Funk Flex
53:49
Molly M, Lloyd Banks, and Tony Yayo's Relationship
54:20
Personal Experiences with Mary and Brooklyn
55:24
Arch Nemesis and High School Experience
56:26
Recommendation and Bias towards Nature
57:29
Claiming Rap Influences and Mob vs Mop
58:33
Initial Comparison of Missy Elliott and Lauren Hill
1:00:07
Story about a Fight with Buster
1:01:41
Confrontation and Security Intervention
1:02:12
Initial Conflict and Security Intervention
1:03:45
Escalation and Physical Altercation
1:04:17
Reflection on Past Conflict and Respect for Opponent
1:04:48
Discussion of Influences and Collaborative Music
1:09:27
Inspiration and Shoutouts
1:10:30
Career Reflections and Business Wisdom
1:11:00
Mentorship and Career Advancement
1:12:00
Celebrating Success and Newfound Confidence
1:12:31
Buying a House with Rap Money and Street Credibility
1:13:03
Understanding the Business Side of Rap and Forbes Recognition
1:13:35
Empowerment through Business Knowledge and Structured Deals
1:14:06
Independence in the Music Industry and Avoiding Bad Deals
1:15:07
Bad Loans and Marketing Deals
1:15:38
Major Labels in a Different Time Frame
1:16:09
Independence and Lack of Benefits
1:16:40
Bad Deals and Financial Consequences
1:17:14
Manager's Advice and Choosing Homies Over Money
1:17:44
Rockefeller and the Ghost of Rockefeller
1:18:47
Initial Contract Signing and Disappointment
1:19:18
Traveling with the Group and Private Jet
1:20:22
Fighting on a Private Jet
1:21:27
Post-Fight Reflections and Japan Trip
1:22:32
Jay and Dame's Relationship
1:22:32
Trying to Get Me Caught
1:23:04
Me and Dame Got Close
1:23:36
New Armadale Liquor
1:24:09
Industry and D Dash Das
1:24:40
Collective Dislike of Industry
1:26:14
Polarizing Artists and Gatekeeping in the Industry
1:26:46
Struggling to Relax and Stop Working
1:27:20
Tours, Merchandise, and Making Money
1:28:20
The Easier Path to Independence Today
1:29:23
Joe Button's Retirement and Impact on the Industry
1:29:53
Sony's Treatment of Joe Button and the Artist's Response
1:30:25
The Style Controversy and Its Consequences
1:30:55
Nostalgia and the Current State of the Industry
1:31:26
Personal Experiences and Reflections
1:33:01
Growing Up in New York and Finding Purpose
1:34:03
The Importance of Authenticity in Music
1:35:07
Receiving Guidance and a Mission from God
1:40:51
Faking Relationships and TV Production
1:42:22
Personalities and Manipulation
1:42:55
Conversations and Drama
1:43:58
Reality TV Production and Storytelling
1:44:28
Avoiding Drama and Married Couple Social Life
1:44:58
Personal Enjoyment of No Drama and Hanging Out with Like-Minded People
1:45:29
Growing Up and Leaving Immature Behavior Behind
1:46:00
Staying True to Oneself and Not Fronting for Others
1:46:30
Not Getting Distracted by Drama and Staying Focused on Goals
1:47:34
Financial Priorities and Vacation Planning
1:48:07
Sharing Personal Travel Experiences and Recommendations
1:49:08
Discussing Hip-Hop Culture and Travel
1:50:12
Favorite Travel Destinations and Cultural Experiences
1:52:17
Meeting the Warlord and Gang Leader
1:52:50
PO Water Test and Brush with the Belt
1:53:23
Question about LeBron Doctor and Reg Artist
1:53:51
Chillar Shower and Waterproofing
1:54:23
Getting Back What's Fake
1:54:55
Twitter and Mean People
1:56:04
Joke and PO
1:57:14
Importance of Griselda and Movement
1:58:15
Initial Impressions of Benny's Business Structure
1:58:47
Touring and Merchandise Success
1:59:18
Performing in London and Feeling of Recognition
1:59:51
Personal Stories and Reflections
2:00:23
DMX and Unexpected Connections
2:01:26
Comparing Vegas to Other Cities
2:02:00
Investors and Wild Spending in Vegas
2:04:04
Personal Experience with Oysters and Sushi
2:05:06
Oysters and Sushi Preferences
2:05:37
Super Pause in Conversations
2:06:10
Massage and Personal Boundaries
2:07:16
Hair and Massage Experiences
2:08:20
Barber and Hair Conversations
2:09:21
Drake's Public Shoutouts and Private Appreciation
2:09:53
Authenticity in Public Displays of Affection
2:10:24
Business and Networking Over Personal Relationships
2:11:27
Prioritizing Business and Financial Gain
2:11:58
Unresolved Conflict and Personal Growth
2:12:28
Chaz's Influence and Guidance
2:12:59
Petty Differences and Unresolved Issues
2:13:30
Regretting Not Resolving Differences with Chaz
2:14:01
Wishing for Chaz's Guidance and Advice
2:14:32
Difficulty Expressing Love and Emotion
2:15:02
Unconventional Ways of Showing Affection
2:15:33
Regret and Unspoken Words
2:16:04
Black Hand Label and Chaz Williams' Story
2:17:05
Chaz's Gangsterism and Bank Robberies
2:17:37
Chaz's Superhero-like Abilities and Story
2:18:08
Chaz's Life Story and Movie Adaptation
2:18:39
Personal Experiences with Chaz and His Story
2:20:13
Regrets and What Could Have Been Done Differently
2:21:15
Learning the Business Side of Music
2:22:18
Advice to Fans and Appreciation for Support
2:23:22
Considering Alternative Career Paths
2:24:25
Early Exposure to Hip-Hop and Talent Show Victory
2:24:56
Impact of Buster's Influence on Career Choices
2:25:59
Approaching Buster After a Fight
2:26:29
Meeting Hank Shley and Learning About the Music Industry
2:27:00
Writing Songs for Others and Getting Jerked Out of Deals
2:28:01
Experiences with Leaked Tracks and Unpaid Work
2:28:34
Hell Yeah, Going Back to Fix Things
2:29:04
Business and Best Practices in Ghostwriting
2:30:07
Character, Integrity, and NDAs
2:30:39
Personal Experiences with Ghostwriting and Collaboration
2:31:11
Past Experiences and Rejection in the Music Industry
2:32:12
Cisco's early career and influence on the music industry
2:34:18
Victoria Secret and the impact of Cisco's work on society
2:34:48
Cisco's contributions to the music industry and personal experiences
2:35:20
Personal reflections on missed opportunities and collaborations
2:36:21
Mistakes and Learning from Experience
2:36:52
The Myspace Jump Off Song's Unexpected Success
2:37:24
Making Money and Going Viral on Myspace
2:38:27
Online Drama and Beefing with Other Artists
2:40:04
Networking and Relationships in the Industry
2:41:06
Importance of Bonding with Peers and Collaborations
2:43:08
Resilience and Patience in the Face of Adversity
2:43:38
Feeling a Sense of Belonging and Pride
2:44:11
Respect for Nas and Lyrical Ability
2:44:42
Difficulty in Simplifying Complex Thoughts
2:45:13
Appreciation for Slim's Lyrical Ability
2:45:43
Reflection on Appreciation and Understanding
2:47:18
Importance of Appreciation and Gratitude
2:48:20
New Era in Hip-Hop and Changing Times
2:49:24
Hip-Hop's Global Reach and Unity
2:50:26
Evolution of Music and Changing Tastes
2:50:58
Freeway and Ble's Conversation
2:51:29
Album Discussion and Marketing
2:51:59
Bun's Absence on the Album
2:52:30
Grab and Point's Music
2:53:01
Rock and Hip Hop
2:54:04
Final Thoughts on the Album