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In this full-length interview, B-Lovee talks about growing up in the Andrew Jackson housing projects in the South Bronx while being raised by his mom. He also explains why he dropped out of school in the 9th grade before talking about getting arrested by the police on various occasions. From there, he talks about his friendship with fellow NYC rapper Kay Flock and where his nickname 'Buddy Love' came from, and how it evolved into his stage name.
Later, B-Lovee reflects back on his hit single "IYKYK," and the Wayne Wonder sample that the music is based on. This prompts a discussion about sampling and why it has become such an important part of the music production behind his music. B-Lovee then talks about the bidding war that ensued between major record labels such as Capital, Warner, Columbia and more for his services. He then explains why he decided to sign with Warner, what it was like to receive his first big payday and how the money changed people around him.
As the interview moves along, he talks about working with rappers such as A Boggle Wit Da Hoodie and G-Herbo, before reflecting back on performing at Madison Square Garden with Meek Mill. He also shares his thoughts on the untimely passing of Takeoff from Migos before sharing how many friends/family members he's lost through violence in NYC. Lastly, he talks about how he's managed to avoid beefing with other rappers before he and DJ Vlad discuss Pop Smoke's legacy in Brooklyn Drill.
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