Ice Cube Talks N.W.A., East vs. West, Squashing Beefs, 'Friday,' BIG3

Ice Cube Talks N.W.A., East vs. West, Squashing Beefs, 'Friday,' BIG3

Author: UPROXX February 3, 2020 Duration: 1:30:54
On the 33rd episode of People's Party, Talib Kweli and Jasmin Leigh sit down with rapper, actor, producer, director, writer, sports league founder, and all-around legend among legends: Ice Cube. The conversation covers a multitude of subjects and starts at the beginning -- with the story of Cube growing up with aspirations of playing pro-football before transitioning into one of the most respected, prolific lyricists of all-time. The trio discusses the origins of Ice Cube classics like "Boyz-n-the-Hood" and "It Was A Good Day," the booming growth of the BIG3 basketball league, and emcees who had the most impact on the development of Cube's pen-game.

Each week on People's Party with Talib Kweli, the acclaimed rapper and thoughtful observer hosts a conversation that moves freely between the studio, the street, and the broader world. This UPROXX podcast is built on the premise that music, particularly hip-hop, is never created in a vacuum-it's a direct product of and commentary on the society around it. Kweli brings a lifetime of experience and a genuine curiosity to these dialogues, sitting down with iconic artists, producers, and cultural figures. The discussions are meandering and deep, often starting with a classic record or a career milestone before spiraling into examinations of history, social justice, creative process, and personal philosophy. You'll hear stories from inside the industry, unfiltered opinions on current events, and reflections on how culture shifts and is shifted by the voices in the room. It’s less a formal interview and more like listening in on a crucial, ongoing conversation between peers who have shaped the soundtrack of a generation. The tone is insightful, challenging, and grounded in a real love for the art form. For anyone interested in the forces that shape music and the people who make it, this podcast offers a unique, front-row seat to a party where the guest list is impressive and the talk is always substantive.
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