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Chapters & Sections (257)

00:00 Intro Music and Opening Remarks chapter 1
00:00 Music Intro and Host Greeting
01:11 Early Career Highlights and Wave Culture chapter 1
01:11 Discussion of Wave Riders and Rave Culture
02:20 Focus on Production and French Influence chapter 1
02:20 Survivor Mindset and Career Resilience
03:28 Creation of Super Thug and Industry Impact chapter 1
03:28 Super Thug Creation and Its Dual Nature
04:34 Collaborations, Sampling, and Creative Process chapter 2
05:05 Sampling Debates and Anniversary Projects
05:36 Collaboration with Harry Frost and Production Choices
06:12 Studio Dynamics and Artist Relationships chapter 3
06:12 Negotiations Over Beats with Ross and Drake
06:43 Creative Tensions in the Studio
07:18 Early Solo Production and Personal Style
07:48 Song Development and Feedback Loop chapter 1
07:48 Feedback from Puff and Industry Perspectives
08:55 Song Playbacks and Emotional Reactions chapter 2
08:55 Reaction to a Played Track
09:22 Discussion of Song Playbacks and Emotional Impact
09:57 Studio Motivation and Personal Anthem Creation chapter 2
09:57 Motivation for Studio Sessions
10:03 Feeling of Being an Underdog in the Industry
10:29 Navigating Legal Turmoil and Career Pressure chapter 1
10:29 Impact of Legal Issues on Career Trajectory
11:04 Collaborations, Rumors, and Geographic Transitions chapter 3
11:04 Rumors About Collaborations and Geographic Challenges
11:39 Transition from New York to Atlanta
12:09 Strategic Release of Southern-Influenced Tracks
12:39 Strategic Moves to the South and Management Changes chapter 1
12:39 Management Shift to the South and New Releases
13:14 Song Production Conflicts and Financial Disputes chapter 3
13:14 Conflict Over a Verse Payment with Gucci
13:38 Negotiating Money Back and Finalizing the Track
14:52 Resolution of Dispute and Future Collaboration Plans
16:01 Early Career Challenges and Personal Reflections chapter 3
16:01 Discussion about Assistant Work and Industry Dynamics
16:33 Career Experiences with Deb and Personal Growth
17:05 Deb's Influence on Career Direction
17:35 Music Production, Album Releases, and Label Discussions chapter 4
17:35 Music Production and Album Release Process
18:09 Artist Recognition and Fan Appreciation
18:39 Album Release Details and Label Collaboration
19:13 Label Branding and Album Artwork Discussion
19:47 Sober Living, Relationships, and Professional Boundaries chapter 3
19:47 Sober Living Practices and Lifestyle Changes
20:17 Maintaining Relationships While Sober
20:51 Professional Boundaries and Client Work Ethics
21:57 Health Crisis, International Tours, and Personal Milestones chapter 3
21:57 Health Crisis and ICU Experience
22:27 International Tours, Contracts, and Personal Milestones
23:32 Health Recovery and Album Promotion Challenges
24:06 Substance Use and Health Consequences chapter 2
24:06 Liver Damage from Drug Use
24:41 Mixing Pills, Adderall, and Alcohol
25:16 Alcohol, Adderall, and Blackout Experiences chapter 2
25:16 Blackout Episodes After Mixing Substances
25:48 Challenges of Switching Drinks and Staying Sober
26:18 Personal Sobriety Journey and Relapse Reflections chapter 2
26:18 Experiencing Highs and Emotional Peaks
26:52 Reflecting on Past Substance Use and Recovery
27:26 Music Career Anecdotes and Collaborations chapter 5
27:26 Early Music Studio Experiences in the 90s
27:56 Relationship with Dr. Dre and Early Collaborations
29:05 Potential Signing of Post Malone and Industry Insights
29:35 Mentorship and Support for Emerging Artists
30:08 Touring, Mixtapes, and Creative Collaborations
31:12 Reintroducing Artists and Early Influences chapter 2
31:12 Reintroducing Artists After Missteps
31:38 Personal Connection to Kiss and Early Verse
32:16 Mentorship and Supporting New York Talent chapter 4
32:16 Mentoring New Artists in the Bronx and Brooklyn
32:41 Encouraging Emerging Talent Through Collaborations
33:07 Defining New York Drill vs. Chicago Drill
33:33 New York Drill’s Unique Sound and Flow
33:53 Defining New York Drill and Its Identity chapter 3
34:12 Spotlighting Emerging Artists from the Bronx
34:33 Collaborations with CJ and Executive Production Roles
35:00 Story of Working with Ross Elliott and Maybach Music
35:28 Collaborations, Remixes, and Executive Production chapter 2
35:28 Video Production Experience in Backyard Settings
36:12 Discussion About Fake Watches and Jewelry Exchanges
36:38 Personal Anecdotes About Gifts and Jewelry chapter 1
36:38 Personal Reflections on Early Jewelry and Trade-ins
38:24 Confrontation Over Fake Watches chapter 2
38:24 Attempt to Resolve Watch Dispute
38:54 Accusation of Fake Watches and Emotional Response
39:29 Discussion of Fraud and Personal Experience chapter 2
39:29 Explaining the Fraudulent Watch Situation
40:04 Attempt to Resolve and Call for Replacement
40:39 Early Career and Mentorship with Akon chapter 2
40:39 Early Career with Akon and Mentorship
41:42 Discussion of Early Collaborations and Influences
42:15 Versus Battles and Song Selection Strategy chapter 5
42:15 First Versus Battle Concept Development
42:46 Planning the Versus Format and Platform
43:47 Choosing Opponents for Versus Battles
44:18 Perspective on Song Selection and Competition Strategy
44:53 Discussion of Hip-Hop Legacy and Personal Influences
45:59 Early Conversation and Ambiguous References chapter 2
45:59 Ambiguous References to New York Culture
46:33 Uncertain Predictions About a Locking Situation
47:04 Discussion of Rivalry and Historical Context chapter 4
47:04 Mention of Historical Rivalry Between Artists
47:39 Personal Anecdote About a City Event
48:12 Discussion of Past Beef and Social Media Impact
48:45 Reflection on a Significant Historical Moment
49:19 Reflection on Conflict Resolution and Personal Safety chapter 4
49:19 Attempt to Resolve Conflict with Max and Jim
49:49 Discussion of a Post-Interview Interaction
50:19 Contemplation on the Nature of Beef and Public Reaction
50:49 Broader Reflection on Entertainment and Personal Safety
51:20 Broader Industry Perspectives and Life Lessons chapter 3
51:20 Industry Examples of Conflict Management
51:50 Personal Experience with Violence and Its Consequences
52:20 Discussion of Broader Industry Challenges
52:54 Encounter with Roxy Reynolds chapter 2
52:54 Confusion About Roxy's Identity
53:25 Discussion of Porn Star Naming Practices
54:00 Birthday Gift and Discussion of Roxy's Fame chapter 2
54:31 Birthday Gift to Roxy Reynolds
55:04 Roxy's Fame and Testing in the Industry
55:58 Music References and 50 Cent Conversation chapter 2
56:11 50 Cent Music Appreciation
56:44 Comparison to Tyler Perry and Hip‑Hop Culture
57:20 Violence in New York and Tribute Video chapter 3
57:20 Gun Incident in New York Parking Lot
58:26 Police Response and Tribute Video Production
59:32 Reflection on New York Respect and Career Longevity
1:00:33 City Dynamics and Artist Pressure chapter 2
1:00:33 City-Specific Challenges for Artists
1:01:34 Impact of Tragedy on Artist Mindset
1:02:08 Preaching Advice to Artists and Personal Reflections chapter 3
1:02:08 Giving Advice to Young Artists
1:02:44 Artists' Reactions to Preaching
1:03:15 Personal Reflections on City Life
1:04:16 The Role of Drama in the Music Industry chapter 1
1:04:16 Handling Drama and Beef in the Industry
1:05:19 Song Creation vs. Performance chapter 2
1:05:19 The Value of Making a Hit Record
1:07:00 Creative Process vs. Performance Focus
1:08:05 Album Release and Production Challenges chapter 2
1:08:05 Album Delay and Track Listing Changes
1:09:10 Artist Collaboration and Album Drop Strategy
1:10:45 Streaming Platforms and Artist Intentions chapter 1
1:10:45 Streaming Shuffle Feature Debate
1:11:20 Drinking Game Segment with Guests chapter 4
1:11:20 Introduction to the Drinking Game
1:12:03 Game Rules and Participant Choices
1:14:12 Continued Game Play and Drink Challenges
1:16:34 Final Rounds and Closing Remarks
1:19:55 Transition Between Record Labels chapter 2
1:19:55 Label Switch from Endoscope to Epic
1:21:13 Personal Reflections on Label Experience
1:22:19 Discussion of African Music and Cultural Practices chapter 2
1:22:19 African Music Influence and Afrobeat Discussion
1:22:49 Eating Customs in North Africa
1:23:57 Social Media, Collaboration, and Content Sharing chapter 2
1:23:57 Social Media Etiquette and Content Sharing Rules
1:25:44 Collaborations with Other Artists and Video Projects
1:27:29 Alcohol Consumption, Party Culture, and Artist Anecdotes chapter 4
1:27:29 Party Culture and Alcohol Consumption Stories
1:28:54 Celebrity Drinking Rituals and Anecdotes
1:31:01 Music Production, Beats, and Artist Mentions
1:33:26 Fashion, Accessories, and Brand References
1:34:35 Discussion of Loyalty and Responsibility Themes chapter 3
1:34:35 Exploring Loyalty vs. Responsibility
1:35:06 Debating the Best Answer in a Question Prompt
1:35:55 Creative Collaboration with Kanye and Niles
1:36:26 Collaborative Creative Process and Field Work chapter 3
1:36:26 Field Shooting Experience at an Airfield
1:37:00 Team Dynamics and Property Discussions
1:38:07 Acknowledgement of Contributions in a Community
1:38:38 Acknowledgement, Respect, and Community Building chapter 1
1:39:08 Respect and Positive Energy in Conversations
1:40:52 Creative Inspiration and Sampling in Hip‑Hop chapter 1
1:40:52 Sampling Culture and Homage in Hip‑Hop Production
1:45:17 Early Conversation and Casual Banter chapter 3
1:45:17 Host Greeting and Guest Arrival
1:45:47 Light‑Hearted Talk About Hollywood Experiences
1:46:18 Mention of Iggy and Cabo Connections
1:47:30 Discussion of Music Production and Collaborations chapter 4
1:47:30 Discussion About Lockjaw Project
1:48:52 Clarification on Kodak References
1:49:27 Talk About Platinum Status and Collaborations
1:51:04 Sample Search for Album Track
1:51:36 Studio Stories and Sample Hunt chapter 3
1:51:36 Studio Experience with Hitmaker
1:53:25 Story About Studio Visit and Sample Delivery
1:54:31 Discussion of Racist Dog Anecdote
1:56:45 Reflections on Identity and Regional Influence chapter 2
1:56:45 Reflection on Bronx Identity and Music Style
1:58:22 Closing Remarks About Regional Pride
1:59:28 Artist Reflections on Fame and Legacy chapter 2
1:59:28 Discussion About Being a Bad Boy and Comparisons to Past Artists
2:00:03 Homage to Influential Musicians and Album Release Strategies
2:00:39 Personal Connections to Influential Figures chapter 2
2:00:39 Personal Reflections on Fame and Family Influence
2:01:20 Encounter with High-Profile Artists and Celebrity Culture
2:01:56 Experiences with Reality Television and Public Perception chapter 2
2:01:56 Insights into Reality TV Participation and Media Exposure
2:03:06 Balancing Music Career with Public Image and Personal Relationships
2:04:11 Navigating Media, Relationships, and Personal Privacy chapter 4
2:04:11 Handling Media Scrutiny and Maintaining Privacy
2:05:32 Experiences with Celebrity Encounters and Public Perception
2:06:42 Reflections on Personal Privacy Amidst Media Attention
2:07:51 Comparing Cultural Experiences in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
2:09:02 Rumors About Artist Involvement in Racial Chat Rooms chapter 4
2:09:02 Discussion of Rumors and Social Media Claims
2:09:36 Clarification About Artist's Personal Views on Racism
2:10:06 Reactions to Viral Footage and Public Perception
2:10:44 Social Media Interaction and Speculation About Artist's Actions
2:12:30 Influence of Stylists and Cultural Icons in Music Production chapter 3
2:12:30 Influence of Stylists on Music Culture and Fashion Trends
2:13:02 Mention of Key Cultural Figures Like Slick Rick and Dapper Dan
2:13:43 Discussion of Pink Fashion Trend in Hip-Hop Culture
2:14:14 Artist Rights, Masters Ownership, and Industry Practices chapter 4
2:14:14 Collaboration and Brotherhood Among Artists During Pandemic
2:15:45 Debate Over Artist Ownership of Masters and Re-recording Rights
2:16:20 Legal Frameworks for Re-recording and Publishing Rights
2:17:41 Artist Perspective on Fan Loyalty and Future Projects
2:18:47 Artist Longevity and Album Success chapter 3
2:18:47 Joint Ventures and Label Ownership
2:19:16 Album Longevity and Gold/Platinum Milestones
2:19:56 Mixtape Distribution and NFT Opportunities
2:20:31 NFTs, Crypto, and Music Distribution chapter 3
2:20:31 Music Production and Sample Usage
2:21:01 NFT Sales Strategy for Mixtapes
2:21:39 Art Appreciation and Personal Collection
2:23:35 Fashion, Art, and Cultural Identity chapter 2
2:23:35 Fashion Week Participation and Industry Critique
2:24:05 Cultural Representation in Fashion
2:24:39 Real Estate, Lifestyle, and Personal Reflections chapter 3
2:24:45 Real Estate Investments and Global Properties
2:25:13 Personal Reflections on Success and Journey
2:26:45 Safety, Security, and the Reality of Being a Rapper
2:28:22 Puff and the Legacy of Hip‑Hop Beef chapter 3
2:28:22 Puff’s Reputation and the East‑West Beef Narrative
2:29:32 Impact of the Beef on Hip‑Hop Culture and Streaming Numbers
2:30:02 Security, Loyalty, and the Role of Protectors in the Industry
2:30:38 Personal Struggles, Substance Use and Artistic Growth chapter 2
2:30:38 Early Influences and the Decision to Pursue Music
2:32:17 Substance Use, Mental State, and Creative Output
2:34:29 Production Influences and Musical Style Development chapter 3
2:34:29 Transition from Raw Lyrics to Refined Production
2:35:34 Studying the Jungle Brothers and Early Beat Influences
2:36:11 Incorporating Classic Hip‑Hop Samples into Modern Tracks
2:37:16 Discussion on Focus and Substance Use chapter 3
2:37:16 Initial Conversation about Focus and Music Production
2:37:50 Encouragement to Stay Sober and Focused
2:38:22 Personal Reflections on Substance Use and Career Impact
2:38:58 Reflections on Career Milestones chapter 2
2:38:58 Discussion of Past Successes and Current Challenges
2:39:34 Recounting Early Career Highlights and Influences
2:40:15 Navigating Lifestyle Choices chapter 2
2:40:15 Navigating Peer Pressure and Substance Exposure
2:40:46 Advice on Maintaining Balance While Enjoying Life

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