Jeezy Talks Kanye West, Jay-Z, Tupac, Spending $10M On Bail, New Book, and Business | Interview

Jeezy dropped by the neighborhood to speak with Big Boy about collaborating with Kanye West, learning values from Tupac, dealing with depression / survivor’s remorse, and his new book. The rapper speaks on his passion for business, touring with Jay-Z, getting arrested at a Wiz Khalifa show, and spending $10M on bail. He also recalls talking to Nipsey Hussle about books and Bitcoin, living in Hawaii and Japan, spending $500K to get his first show, tearing his vocal cords, and the importance of equity in brand deals. Plus, Jeezy discusses raising his kids, advice from T.I., and the time he flew to Hawaii to meet Kanye. Watch the full interview exclusively on BigBoyTV.
Pre-Order “Adversity for Sale: Ya Gotta Believe” - available August 8th. In his first book, Jeezy shares never heard stories of what it took for him to beat the odds and get out of the streets, his mindset he carefully honed to get an edge, and the lessons that changed his life and business.
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[@BrandonButch]

Jeezy is the ONLY rapper that can keep my attention for the full 1+ hour duration. The realest. A wealth of wisdom

[@KingGKnowledge-vw5rd]

Wisdom comes from the God. But I get what you are saying

[@Princedinasty]

Yes and Ross Wisdom on point too.

[@cjkimes]

Facts

[@capfitted]

Never thought I see the guy who famously said “If it’s takin too long to lock up, bring it back” become a author…. Salute to Snow

[@enspiretheworld45]

Listening to Jeezy in my car had me thinking I was trapping on my way to my 9 to 5 back in 06’ 😂 I was ready to say forget college & a career just so I can live what he talks , now he inspires me to keep working hard !

[@SwagSurf-od3vx]

Jeezy 2005 to 2008 run was epic 💯

[@dchat1414]

2005-2010 103 damn near better than 101

[@RunAWAY_2CJ]

He should be richer then he is smh

[@tomgos9545]

@@dchat1414 2005-2012

[@daericklaird740]

@@RunAWAY_2CJbro…did you watch the interview ?? He has so many properties he damn near owns Atlanta . Just cause he doesn’t flaunt his wealth on his neck && wrist like most rappers doesn’t mean he ain’t got money . Jeezy probably a billionaire on the low…but he doesn’t wanna publicize it .

[@Slab128]

​@@RunAWAY_2CJhow do you know how rich that man is??

[@kayodub6960]

I don't get invested in artists but I'm legit proud of this dude. Love to see growth.

[@briankeys5941]

Straight up. However, imho I think the better comment is "I don't get invested in anyone, except working on making yourself happy and secure, then pay it forward. All the rest is smoke and mirrors." Good to see ppl from my generation, waking up.

[@niyahbinghimurray2005]

He has definitely grown into a true man

[@ornentertainment4755]

To Be Honest there’s not too many people/Artists that I would watch their whole interview FRFR but Jeezy is definitely the voice of the industry👊🏾💯

[@young-bey2573]

This interview hit home for me on so many levels. I want to thank Jeezy for sharing and Big Boy. I relate to his evolution of self and I’m at the beginning stages of the process. This was so eye opening to see and hear from him. I never thought I would get the message like this. But I’m thankful that I’m able to have confirmation of the results of the process of change in your life. Change is scary he clearly has made huge changes and evolved SALUTE 🫡 MY BROTHER AND KEEP GOING!

[@RhetoricWolf]

When Jeezy dropped the “Young” from his name, I felt that. Bro really grew and evolved through the years. Respect

[@bullzeye6987]

I'm glad Jeezy can be himself finally. You can tell the difference in the way he when he came in as the rapper to do interviews. This is great.

[@julienphifer1074]

Man, powerful episode. The flow of the conversation was too smooth!

[@BlackSteel2883]

I always been down with Jeezy but at this time in my life this interview just saved me. Thanks you my Homie🙏🏾

[@kaykilla1000]

Jeezy has definitely come a long way from the 05 Snowman era. Great seeing men mature and evolve.

[@NoLimitMurry]

Astounding interview, definitely purchasing the book.

[@ATLJonathan]

Jeezy following that Jay Z blueprint, you see Yo Gotti doing the same thing

[@ygtupac1358]

Gotti is birdman, but he won't say it loud

[@ocampbell1954]

Respect to these men being grown and breaking family curses. We can age, become family men, and prosper.

[@amohammed5]

I still listen to Thug Motivation 101. Jeezy has definitely evolved. Day 1 fan since Boyz N The Hood. I have lots of respect for Jeezy.

[@TheBulletzgottishow20]

Jeezy the goat he really was the voice of the trap

[@RealOppShitMan]

Hard to say that when Gucci lived in that era wit em. They both goated for the trap era one wouldn’t be great without the other

[@STOPTHECAPPLEASE]

@@RealOppShitManGucci ain’t dropped no classics I’m sorry.

[@Mugzyblac]

One of the top rap albums 💿 of all time.. I’m fnna run it bac right now.. 2005 was crazy.. JEEZY

[@polarbeargaming2758]

Dope interview ...Jeezy spitting some wisdom on the real 💯

[@phillyjahbreezy215]

Jeezy the motivator, always giving game 🔥🔥🔥

[@Moebond0]

“I can get a hunnid thou in these Sean John jeans” respect for jeezy great business man and good influence

[@hollyaponte3474]

Shout Out To BigBoy for hosting an amazing platform to highlight artists🎉

[@Daezon]

It’s crazy cuz I love to here jeezy speak this knowledge & show that he’s evolved… but damn mannn I still miss the old jeezy.. those times are completely gone.. much love snowman 💪

[@larryjonescomedy6388]

Facts bro but Snowfall was 🔥

[@Daezon]

@@larryjonescomedy6388 snowman* but I got you

[@yusufabdullah5008]

@@Daezonnah.. he was talking about his latest project called “Snofall”

[@Daezon]

@@yusufabdullah5008 hmm I got you.. preciate that brotha 💪

[@KajunGumboMedia]

Real motivation, salute to Jeezy

[@MrBadass773]

R.I.P Pac......

[@JohnSmith-hf3qv]

I love Jeezy he helped me through my childhood man in my early teens. I'm from the Bay San Francisco to be exact.

[@404allante]

Crazy how much of a movement Jeezy Da Snowman was in Atlanta. I remember getting suspended for wearing a Snowman shirt

[@everette8615]

Big shout out to Jeezy! The best time is now.

[@BenjaminKarlSmiley]

Jeezy is so real and authentic. You can tell he was always a smarty guy just by the way he speaks.

[@MsJen_GZ]

No he said he loves Jeannie and in other interviews right around the same time he did this interview. Then next minute we learn he BLINDSIDES her with a divorce. He did fight for his marriage. yeah right

[@busyworksbeats]

Great interview!! 🔥🔥

[@Slimon20s]

This was definitely insightful. People need to hear what progression sounds & looks like.

[@fx_jaguar8743]

Jeezy in my top 5 fav rappers. Along w ti. Not just for the music but everything - character & all that

[@ThatRapperGuyParis]

T.I being in your your 5 is wild asf 💀😭

[@carpediem4512]

Character? 🤔 Do some research.

[@rebeccahopkins9522]

Jeezy speaking a lot of wisdom here. Want to know how and why some survive extremely difficult circumstances while others don’t, but more importantly: a smaller percentage don’t just survive, but they actually THRIVE? Listen to Jeezy and Big Boy. This is how you get out of dire circumstances and go on to build generational wealth, but more importantly, a lasting, positive and powerful legacy. 👍🏼

[@n_the_detailz]

Absolutely love the interview … simply put, GROWTH…⛄️

[@ronaldantoine1828]

THIS CONVERSATION IS VERY IMPRESSIVE AND ADMIRABLE HOPE THE YOUNGER ARTISTES ARE PAYING ATTENTION.....

[@bos-G-state7359]

Lil J done came a long was it's refreshing to see where he's at now from where he started and the change he has made nothing but big ups keep pushing 478 stand up

[@AceGMie]

I Left The Streets Started A Cargo Business And Never Looked Back 💯💯 He Right Them Nightmares Of Getting Caught Is Real

[@khambrelmathis6101]

Do you Need that commercial insurance?

[@AceGMie]

@khambrelmathis6101 yeah its expensive but worth it. What you do is call and get the minimal pay the deposit two days later call and upgrade to a million dollar policy. Most brokers want 1M general 100k in cargo insurance

[@godbodyenergy7560]

@@AceGMiewhat’s your IG handle so we can connect if you don’t mind

[@jeremyjones8917]

I laugh everytime Jeezy say I TELL YOU WHAT 😂😂😂😂

[@joshuasterling6395]

Evolution at its finest ⛄️

[@ybcmedia3312]

i almost forgot the trap or die jeezy story.... glad he said it again

[@CCarr-ep8jy]

So proud of Jeezy. Congrats my boy

[@chivo_gaming]

the growth....i wish that we could have adopted this wisdom at a early age...but when you're young you think you know it all...and you have to go through somethings... Jeezy, Nas, Jay-Z, and 50 Cent are some of my favorite business minds who always drop gems in every interview...

[@ericamoore7128]

that was a great interview

[@SRCGrammy]

I don’t know him but I’m very proud he saw the negative in his life and changed to the positive. I pray all black men will see this and be encouraged to change for the better. God bless him!!

[@LangFitness]

Pre ordered the book. Jeezy, TIP and Gotti still holding it down.

[@SKINNYJNOW]

Gucci mane is the 🐐 tho

[@MichaelMartin-pg4ef]

Not a big fan of his music, but a huge fam of him!

[@Allaboutthemoon]

Jeezy elevated. But y’all want him to act like he ain’t grown. This man wanna b jay z not boosie (even tho I love boosie)

[@ktotonoviy]

Mane this interview got me lit in all senses , I had to hear this , thanks 💪

[@streetking4152]

All of Young jeezy albums everyone I bought at da record store HIS ALBUMS I LITERALLY PLAYED FROM BEGINNING UNTIL DA END & HIS MIXTAPES wish I could meet him THANKS BRO

[@AZ-wf2jt]

Powerful talk 100%

[@kimaretydesign]

I watched this interview and time flew by like it was 5min. Respek n Luv from Africa

[@K4ReeL187]

Jezzy has some of the best adlibs in the game 1:48 playing Life on the difficult setting 2:55 generosity, each one teach one 5:55 s/o CTG Charlamagne & Jeezy for being mental health advocates 7:23 ATL Property Portfolio

[@sammymobs3889]

Jeezy in my top 10

[@sammymobs3889]

And I’m from Harlem my top 3 is nas Eminem pac Then comes biggie jay TI styles p jeezy

[@fishgrease5428]

When this young man talks I CTFU and soak up game salute Fam🍻💯💪🏾🔥

[@richbeasleyBMG]

The real is back

[@antoniopinkins7450]

Jeezy's run was more impactful than 50's.. jeezy still touring/ doin shows off of that music.

[@armandsant1143]

Big Jeezy fan in the 2000s like Gucci TI Oj DA juice man just amazing rap stars just bumping many songs of theirs cruising around LA the amp the subs thr tweeters so seeing Jeezy share his story with Big Boy about struggling the adversity the goals the purpose the longevity like many gems he says wants to share with us fans of his so now I am getting the audiobook on Apple and um yeah want to learn from his angle. Im tapping in when his book releases.

[@MO6_baddazz8183]

@21:04-21:26 I thought of Clem😂.. picture’n him say’n while hold’n up his tattooed fist “Cn’t mention CTE w/out mention’n me..now skidaddle🏃🏽Jeezy chill’n”🤣💀

[@ceceliadouglas6100]

I am so glad I watched your podcast I haven't seen Jeezy in years. I'm 69 years old now. I'm so proud of him. I can listen to him all day. He has learned so much. Me as a woman hearing him speak with so much smarts I feel like I can talk to my son better now. Cecelia ( Cee.Cee) Peace ✌.

[@LeonNeuton]

Blessings from Jamaica 🇯🇲 🇯🇲 🇯🇲 🇯🇲, Good stuff...

[@BuellerTELEVISION]

Be there next week 🎉

[@LeonNeuton]

@@BuellerTELEVISION It's festival season... Sumfest this week, EPIC energy in the Nation streets right now, something else next week, Dream Weekend also, plus a lot of AntiDream parties and events,.. Then Emancipation and independence events by the govt, NGO, social organization and private entities... The entire Nation is FULLY OUTSIDE right now....

[@maddnyss]

Great interview. My boy Big gotta start letting people finish what they're saying.

[@bowser_infamously]

Not as bad as NORE 😂

[@williamorr6351]

RIGHT BIG BOY KEPT INTERRUPTING JEZZY LET THIS MAN TELL HIS STORY DAMN🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@cmuse40]

MUCH RESPECT. I JUST REALIZE I HAVE TO GET ON MY GRIND

[@moneyman9159]

Jeezy make good music nice story teller I wish we had music like him nowadays

[@earlray9762]

It’s a beautiful thang to grow and maturate. Great interview! Anyone know what type of glasses JEEZY got on? I’m not privy to sunglasses, but I like those.

[@derrickjones2793]

I'm a big fan of the evolution! I just would like to see him elaborate a lil more where big boy said," ice cube put his people on that started with him" But as a man I do understand the headaches of dealing with others that's not like minded. All in all, great interview, much respect to the voice of the streets. Congratulations on graduation 🎓

[@gaza305]

You and master p do not have the biggest logo in hiphop. He'll no!! Bigboy plz chk him. WUTANG is the biggest!!! That W is recognized world wide. Jeezy need to relax ...

[@julienphifer1074]

Yeah Wu, NWA and Death Row the biggest rap logos.

[@mr2fas2]

used to bump jeezy back in 06 07 everyday during lunch n senior year. High af. Good times. Still bumping his old stuff

[@pernellhaynesworth1212]

Big ⛄️ it’s almost time for a “Recession 3”💿🐐💯🔥

[@kenyattatucker1279]

Jeezy Snowman ☃️

[@kaylarenee1813]

It's always been Jeezy for me ❤

[@KingQuayus]

Great interview . Big Boi Slim You’s a gem 💎 to the culture big dawg 🫡

[@KajunGumboMedia]

I needed this interview, just stepping into the media photography life.

[@frankwalker6928]

Keep going haters going to hate

[@kefuwemahlangutv4560]

1:08:40 is where the Kanyye art starts

[@anthonyallen7847]

That that was a thug motivation 101 great interview can't wait to buy the book

[@MayorSom]

Big Boy the only bald guy confident in his baldness. All these other people keep wearing cap and sh*t. Jeezy is GOAT 🐐 tier 😊

[@pdvitamin]

I hope he drops this book translated in Spanish.

[@Robert-um7tj]

I'm from the west coast but always rocked Snows music. Makes sense since he got so much influence from Pac. Like hearing what he has to say. His music got me through lots of times. Trappin ain't dead=classic.

[@running2themoney]

Big Snow ❄️ ⛄️

[@nebolisir]

Immediately i saw Jeezy interview, i leaped to click.. I’m just starting to see it and I’m already excited Lol.. Love from 🇳🇬

[@Cube69619]

7:59 That reference 🔥🔥🔥

[@BezserkerProductions]

Tm 101 a masterpiece. Tm 102 a masterpiece. The Recession a masterpiece. Snow beat selection over the years has been amazing. Them albums still way ahead of time. I feel like Jeezy should make one more album with production only from d rich, midnight black (if you don’t know about midnight black you’re not a real Jeezy fan) shawty redd and DJ Toomp. The streets need that. Bank of America by bankroll fresh on the way soon. The streets need that too

[@carpediem4512]

Forget about shawty redd. They are no longer friends.

[@1Jaystacks_pcg]

Jeezy ain’t right lol his x best friend exposing him

[@karenmorgan8900]

Lmbo the writing 9 years old😂😂😂 I love you do you love me check the box yes or no😂😂😂😂😂 ❤❤

[@jeremywilliams6503]

So many nuggets, jewels, in this....best one i ever!!!

[@AdventureswithDayday]

This the best interview. Have faith in the transition 🤲🏽

[@edsli7022]

I learned so much with this interview, props to the OG JEEZY. spreading knowledge.

[@mrdanshote]

This was a Dope interview

[@BananaNutHead420]

To this day thug motivation 101 is the only album 💿 I know every single song 🎶 on 🤷‍♂️

[@newjulez72]

FACTS!

[@VeeSal2]

Free game every time he speaks! Can’t wait to read!

[@Beautifullyflawed824]

This was dope! So much realness 🔥🔥

[@acm9730]

Rick Ross,Jeezy,Kanye, Tupac,Eve, Mc Lyte, . Big Sean, . I can understand all the words to their songs.

[@pierremyles2900]

Facts couldn't get no better

[@josegarciajr408]

Dope ass sit down✊🏽🙏♥️….

[@Rillseductive]

Jeezy is so DOPE!!!! I was boppin to Jeezy yesterday. Mindset! Amazing!!

[@seehershoot]

this was fire!

[@ArtificialIntelligenceSound]

Where is the time stomp guy at? 😡

[@getrichordye]

thanks Big Jizzle 🙏

[@kingmonstabeats]

Motivation 101

[@zinzayzinzay3085]

🔥 interview

[@nickkaoma3312]

Great interview. I have a lot of respect for Jeezy. Really smart and self aware.

[@leechanyessonghe7442]

Luv Jeezy from day 1 plus we do kinda look alike 😂

[@orie1504]

The memories to your music!!!