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Behind the Scenes: Creating My Latest Album

Behind the scenes album creation

What's good, Laz Army! Let me pull back the curtain and show you what really goes into creating an album. This ain't your typical recording process—this is medicine meets music, precision meets passion.

The Vision

Every album starts with a vision. For this project, I wanted to merge the discipline I've learned as a physician with the raw energy of Detroit hip-hop. People think being a doctor and a rapper don't mix, but that's exactly why it works. Both require dedication, both require you to cut deep, both require healing.

The Writing Process

I write between shifts, sometimes after 12-hour days in the hospital. That's when the realest bars come out. There's something about seeing life and death up close that makes you write with urgency. No fluff, no filler—just surgical lyricism.

My notepad stays with me everywhere: the hospital, the studio, even during rounds. When inspiration hits, I capture it. A patient's story, a conversation with a colleague, the struggles of balancing two careers—it all becomes fuel for the music.

Studio Sessions

The studio is my second operating room. Same focus, same precision. We spent months perfecting these tracks—layering sounds, adjusting flows, making sure every beat hits like a heartbeat monitor going critical.

I work with some of the most talented producers in the game. We push each other. They bring the heat, I bring the lyricism. We don't settle for good—we operate until it's exceptional.

The Features

Working with legends like Rakim, Rick Ross, and Gucci Mane taught me something crucial: respect the craft, but never lose your voice. Every collaboration on this album was intentional. Each feature brings something unique while maintaining the album's heartbeat.

The Final Mix

Mixing and mastering is where the magic solidifies. It's like post-op care—you've done the surgery, now you make sure everything heals right. We spent countless hours fine-tuning frequencies, balancing vocals, making sure this album sounds pristine whether you're bumping it in your car or through studio monitors.

The Message

This album is about defying definitions. I'm not just a rapper. I'm not just a doctor. I'm both, and I'm showing the world that you don't have to choose between your passions. You can be multidimensional. You can heal and create. You can save lives and make hits.

To everyone grinding, working multiple jobs, pursuing multiple dreams—this one's for you. Stay hungry. Stay disciplined. And most importantly, stay true to who you are.

"Not To Be Defined" - Out Now

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