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0:03
The Origin of Big Daddy Kane's Name
0:34
Inspiration from Grandmas Cash and Cold Crush
1:36
Meeting Biz Marquee and Battling
3:09
Meeting Biz Marquee and Joining His Battles
4:10
Struggling to Get a Record Deal
5:13
Disillusionment with Modern Battle Rap and Fan Base
6:46
Initial Thoughts on Kendrick and Drake
7:51
J Cole's Lyricism and Personal Favorite
8:53
Backlash on J Cole's Decision to Back Out
9:24
Reflections on the World and Cancel Culture
10:57
Respect for J. Cole's decision to back out of the battle
11:29
Fan base treatment and negativity towards the battle
11:59
Definition of a suck MC and examples
12:30
Ghostwriting in hip-hop and its acceptance
14:37
Initial Thoughts on Hip-Hop and Cultural Significance
15:07
Respect for Drake's Artistry and Performance Skills
15:40
Comparison of Artists, Lyrical Ability, and Cultural Impact
16:10
Appreciation for Lyricists Who Speak to the Soul
16:42
Discussion on Substance, Lyricism, and Greatness in Hip-Hop
19:19
Tupac as a Lyricist
20:23
Defining a Lyricist's Role
20:54
Other Artists' Lyrical Abilities
21:26
J Cole's Lyrical Style
23:29
Lyrical Comparison of Rappers
24:02
Singer Preferences and Individuality
24:32
Respect for Individuality and Personal Taste
25:04
Freestyle Performance and Biggie's Appearance
26:07
Pac's Solo Career and Collaboration with Biggie
27:08
Recalling a legendary night at Madison Square Garden with Brooklyn and Biggie
27:38
Fat Joe's presence on stage at Madison Square Garden
28:09
Cutting off Fat Joe's performance due to time constraints
29:43
Reflection on the situation and its impact on Fat Joe's career
30:14
Fat Joe's forgiveness and ongoing support
30:44
The Origins of the Beef and its Impact on Culture
31:15
A Pay-Per-View Event to Settle the Beef
32:17
The Danger and Unnecessary Violence of the Beef
33:19
Eric B's Attempt to Sign the Interviewee and Suge's Def Jam East
33:50
Meeting with Suge, the Tyson Fight, and Working with Artists
34:53
Initial Meeting with Suge Knight and PO Group
35:24
Conversation about Record Deal and Money
36:28
Declining the Offer and Leaving
37:32
Appreciation for Suge Knight's Opportunity
38:37
Comparing platinum records and the importance of making a name for oneself
39:39
The Outlawz and the Fuji story
40:41
Meeting with SH CU and the East Coast-West Coast beef
41:12
Recording with Tupac in the studio
42:12
Meeting with SH and Hammer's Plans
43:47
Rick James Sample and New Dance
45:51
Unconditional Love and Writing for Hammer
46:22
Finding a Comfortable Flow for Jay-Z's Style
47:56
Jay-Z's Unsuccessful Record Label Shopping Experience
48:27
The Importance of Jay-Z's Unique Style and Timing
49:59
Jay-Z's Flow and Image Issues with Labels
50:30
Meeting Jay-Z and Observing His Growth
51:35
Jay-Z's Intelligence and Ability to Learn from Others
52:39
Nas and Illmatic, Advice and Album Discussion
53:42
Rumors of a Romantic Relationship with Madonna
54:14
Madonna's Acknowledgment and Photo Shoot
55:41
Clearing Up Misconceptions about Madonna