Collaboration Stories

In the lab cooking something epic with Grammy Award-winning Aftermath producer @fredwreck. When legends collaborate, magic happens. Let me take you behind the scenes of some game-changing musical partnerships.

Working with Fred Wreck

Fred Wreck—Grammy Award winner, Aftermath Records legend, the man behind hits for Snoop, Eminem, Dr. Dre, and countless others. Being in the studio with him is like medical school for music production. Every session is a masterclass.

What struck me immediately was his attention to detail. He approaches beats like I approach patient diagnoses—methodically, precisely, leaving nothing to chance. We spent hours on a single snare sound, making sure it hit exactly right. That's the level of excellence required when you're working at the top.

The Rakim Experience

"Not To Be Defined" featuring Rakim—one of the greatest moments of my career. Rakim is literally one of the founding fathers of complex lyricism in hip-hop. To have him on my track? That's validation on a whole different level.

What I learned from Rakim: simplicity is sophistication. He doesn't overcomplicate bars. Every word serves a purpose. Every rhyme advances the narrative. That surgical precision in his flow influenced how I approach my own verses.

Rick Ross & Gucci Mane

"You Already Know" with Rick Ross and Gucci Mane dropped in 2020, right as the world was shutting down from COVID. I was treating patients on the front lines while promoting a single with two of rap's biggest names. Talk about balance.

Ross taught me about commanding presence. When he walks in a room, when his voice hits a track—instant authority. Gucci showed me relentless work ethic. The man's output is legendary. Both collaborations pushed me to raise my game.

Ghostface Killah

Working with Ghostface Killah, touring with Wu-Tang Clan—these were bucket list moments. Wu-Tang changed hip-hop forever. Being accepted by those legends, earning their respect—that meant everything.

Ghost's storytelling ability is unmatched. The way he paints pictures with words, creates entire scenes with just bars—that's artistry at its peak. Every collaboration is a chance to learn, to absorb, to evolve.

Royce da 5'9"

Royce is Detroit royalty. Working with him meant coming full circle—from battling in Detroit's underground scene to collaborating with one of the city's finest lyricists. His technical skill, his dedication to the craft, his growth as an artist—all inspiration.

He showed me that you can evolve without losing your core. You can mature your message while maintaining your edge. That balance between growth and authenticity is crucial.

The Chemistry Factor

Great collaborations require chemistry. It's not just about combining big names—it's about complementary styles, shared vision, mutual respect. When egos disappear and everyone serves the music, that's when magic happens.

I approach collaborations like I approach medical teams. In the hospital, surgeons work with anesthesiologists, nurses, specialists. Everyone has a role. Everyone's expertise matters. Same in music—producers, engineers, featured artists, each bringing their A-game.

What These Legends Taught Me

Every collaboration left me better than I came in. Fred Wreck taught me production excellence. Rakim taught me lyrical precision. Rick Ross taught me presence. Gucci taught me work ethic. Ghostface taught me storytelling. Royce taught me evolution.

But beyond technical skills, they all showed me one thing: stay humble, stay hungry. These are legends who could coast on their names, but they still bring maximum effort to every session. That's the standard.

Future Collaborations

I'm always looking for the next great collaboration. Established legends, rising stars, unexpected combinations—if the chemistry's right and the vision aligns, let's create.

To my fellow artists: if you're about excellence, if you're willing to push boundaries, if you want to make music that matters—hit me. Let's build something legendary together.