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Part 17: FBG Young on Early Signs that Lil Jay Might Be in the Closet
Part 1: FBG Young on Starting FBG w/ Duck & Dutchie, Butta Saying DThang Pulled a Gun on Him
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DJ Vlad and FBG Young discussed the changing dynamics of gang affiliations in Los Angeles and Chicago. Vlad highlighted how, in the 1990s, rival gangs such as the Crips and Bloods couldn't collaborate. However, artists like Nipsey Hussle and YG later made strides to unify LA’s music scene. Vlad then pondered the possibility of a similar transformation in Chicago, where notorious gang violence is still rampant. FBG Young agreed that unity is possible with maturity and a shift in mindset, though he noted that Chicago's current climate is worsening with social media amplifying conflicts. They also touched upon the tragic trend of young rappers adopting dangerous lifestyles, yearning for fame, and paying with their lives. Vlad lamented the loss of numerous interviewees to violence, reflecting on the harsh reality that many promising artists never reach their potential. The conversation concluded with a shared hope for change and a safer future for young artists.
