Joyner Lucas On Dating Ashanti, Calling Out Lil Nas & Karen Civil, Working With Eminem & Will Smith

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Rapper #joynerlucas is the latest celebrity to join #TheJasonLeeShow, where he tells host #jasonlee all about his new album #NotNowImBusy, the journey to independence, and his personal life, and much more! After years of rumors, Lucas also admits to dating #ashanti , claiming they were together for two years, talked about kids, and the whole nine. He also recalls his beef with #karencivil , who he’s previously accused of stealing $60,000 from him. During the sit-down, Joyner Lucas reflects on condemning openly gay rapper #lilnasx for being heralded as a role model to children. Later in the show, Lucas also talks about working with his idols #eminem and #willsmith . He even reveals that he had #slimshady and #twista rewrite their verses for him, something that was very hard to do, but needed to be done. While speaking on Will Smith, Joyner Lucas talks about their music together and him starring in the upcoming film #badboys4 .

[@braileyray4885]

If you only came here for Ashanti, it starts at 1:17:26

[@81sexislim]

Mvp you are

[@YAHWEH_TSIDKENU]

Thank you❤

[@user-yg2ck6ik7n]

Thank you because I really didn’t want to watch the whole thing🥴

[@cassandracanas]

Lmao. Ty

[@lifeasericca408]

You’re the best thank you

[@nicknackblove9359]

Who just came to hear what he had to say about Ashanti ? Hit the like button 👇🏽

[@Danadane4]

At what minute market bc I'm fast forwarding and rewinding 😂😂😂😂

[@renitawade8705]

@@Danadane4 1:17:46

[@ntombiyesiziba1926]

@@Danadane4 1:17:48

[@NDancy]

I was ready to box if he said something crazy. 😂

[@KheJoh]

Right, otha B. S…… and all the laughin🤦🏽‍♀️

[@alexisjustiniano6935]

He was very mindful of the things he said about Ashanti! ❤

[@Emeraldcity747]

Ya

[@Queenmebonnie]

He seems to be mindful of all his words.i like that about him

[@jcox5572]

“I just knew that what she needed, is what she has now” wow… for him to admit that is deep

[@arlenedennis9446]

I knew that chemistry was to real in that video they did . Lol

[@rockyrae3455]

Girlllll... we all saw it.

[@anyajones333]

Right!! You can’t fake that!

[@user-ep7tx3te9z]

Chemistry ??? ....... it was the first time they met, my girl is a great actress.

[@JB-sm7yo]

They definitely did

[@krystal2373]

That's cute he said Ashanti is easy to be in love with ❤

[@crowned9437]

Nelly said that too in his Just a dream song back in 2010

[@BayAreaMusicVideos]

Joyner should’nt of had Marshall change his last sentences for sake of this generation lacking to understand the Art of the a faster Rap Style, it takes away the substance impurity and Potency of the rap fast art style. ⚡️ But I see why he did it to keep him relevant in these days for this Generation and age which showed love by Joyner. ❤

[@MrsJones-oj3cp]

1:17:46 Ashanti

[@rebeccagonzalez1843]

Thank you cause that all that matter 😂

[@luvlay1]

God bless you angel 😇

[@MrsJones-oj3cp]

@@luvlay1 you’re welcome 🙂

[@Betsyb001]

Joyner seemed very comfortable on this platform as opposed to the breakfast club. I love how authentic Jason is and how no matter the jokes, it still feels like a safe space.

[@b.omusic]

Fr

[@BMCgreen]

That’s cause Charlemagne and those fools are some 1st grader disrespectful no talent hot heads who don’t know shit about music OR real life. Nobody feels comfortable round them fools, not unless they intoxicated

[@codyjemison9558]

I could definitely tell that he really wasn't feeling the vibe at the Breakfast Club. None of the personality he had on this platform wasn't shown there. Jason seems like a cool dude.

[@monique.thenurse55]

Ashanti is a libra ♎️ she’s a beautiful private person ..Joyner face expression,shows like he has regrets losing her. She a Queen on her throne.👑 I love Jason Lee’s very cool personality the realness that he gives transparent conversations with his guests he’s very friendly, It makes them feel comfortable and welcoming enough to allow them to open up to him to extend good conversations.💯🔥 🔥🔥

[@Mrs.S.S]

I don't think he regrets it because he also understands the love she and Nelly shares. He feels he's a better man for her and the things she wants and deserves.

[@neshnesh4]

@@Mrs.S.Snicely said

[@helenaford4555]

😅

[@hollylove6659]

Jason: you’re literally blushing!! I’m screaming 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@lmorange]

I love how respectful he is talking Ashanti and women in general 🥰. This is the interview & the friendship I didn’t know I needed it.🥰😂😂

[@kmatos4life]

I'm glad he didn't say anything negative about her ❤❤❤❤❤

[@respectmypretty86]

One of the most slept on lyricists of this time. And fine af🫠

[@bluckyjones]

You not lyin sis!!!

[@Loyalty-b4betrayal]

FACTS FACTS FACTS💯💯💯💯💯💯💯..THIS MAN CAN SPIT

[@familyfirst1364]

Because he don’t subscribe to the elite ish. He sells out shows

[@respectmypretty86]

@@familyfirst1364 I agree!

[@lilliemakepeace3975]

You took the words right outta my mouth girl💕💯💯 Everything bout him fine, his swag, his drip, his smile . . .🫠😛😻

[@yave1]

🥷 This is honestly the BEST interview I've seen in a very long time. And I watch A LOT of interviews. The range of topics covered here was amazing. The music... his process as an artist... family trauma... relationships... you covered everything, Jason. GREAT JOB. This gave Joyner his BEST look in the interview space. Nobody has really captured Joyner in his essence like this. Before this interview, I thought Joyner was a bit corny. After this interview I see more of his essence. I like his energy. Again, GREAT job. You have truly mastered the art of conversation / interviewing.

[@abrinker79]

Yes it was

[@yave1]

@@abrinker79 👋😁

[@cherilynwatson8320]

I wasn't a fan. But truly a fan now of Joyner & his musical & life perspectives. Thanks for this eye-opening interview Jason ❤😊

[@angelapalmer1205]

"We aint talkin no more abt Sza or anything" 🤣🤣 Jason is so freaking funny!

[@SunkissedAmelia]

As a longtime fan of Joyner, I truly admire his storytelling prowess and his knack for delving deep into the human soul. It's gratifying to see him finally receiving the recognition he deserves, and witnessing more people discover his extraordinary talent. I remember watching "Falling for You" and being struck by the incredible chemistry between Joyner and Ashanti, which made it clear that they shared a special connection. ❤Ashley, South Carolina

[@shaunmjones4557]

Best interview ever,so far ‼️ I love how genuine he is and I love y'all's authentic friendship 😍 it's a blessing to have a real friend, especially in this day and age 🫶🏼

[@luciegoodvibes9883]

Jason Lee's personality is so addictive

[@sepulvedagiovanna]

Leo energy ✨✨✨

[@JEightyOne]

Omg yessss! Why am I just now discovering how OBSESSED I am with him now. 😍

[@arizonagreen5629]

he has not changed one bit over the years he is so funny😂

[@AndrewWatson-rz6md]

Addictive or Vindictive?

[@chriswilt208]

He’s funny as shit and I love watching him interview these celebrities 🤣🤣❤️🙏🏿

[@kekesmanson506]

My absolute favorite artist/ rapper!!! So happy to see this! ❤ can’t wait to watch!

[@lauracampos6183]

This is a great interview. Very authentic.

[@michellegray1006]

Love this interview ❤️❤️

[@ScTerpQueen]

I really love this interview! ❤

[@karinae.5968]

the best ending to all of your interviews i’ve ever watched . joyner is definitely a vibe !

[@annettefedd23]

I don’t know this man but I respect his answer. He kept it positive. It takes a man to admit he’s not the one at the time. Loving someone is letting go so they can be happy even if it’s not with you.

[@user-bj1xd8lq4o]

He should had told the whole truth about why they broke up.

[@user-bj1xd8lq4o]

Loving someone is not to get your bm pregnant for the second time while in a relationship with someone else💯💯💯💯💯

[@annettefedd23]

Don’t know what they went through. But I respect his answer. He kept it positive

[@annettefedd23]

@@user-bj1xd8lq4o shit happens and life goes on

[@user-bj1xd8lq4o]

@@annettefedd23 he could’ve kept it to himself nobody asked for it especially not shanti

[@bitokay147]

What's crazy is that Joyner has a thing for SZA and one of Sza's inspiration was Ashanti 🤣🙃she said this live in meeting her at a MTV award show few years back.

[@domelese]

Love this interview I have a new respect for Joyner ❤always been a fan but love this this interview thank you jason

[@NBrown-kh8lp]

Jason low key helped him shoot his shot at SZA!❤😂 that was cute🥰

[@angelaortiz3406]

This was such a good one. I love it and so funny.❤

[@LoveysWorlddd]

I love your interviews . You did it again

[@itskaymarie3212]

The amount of people who haven’t heard of Joyner on here is crazy but I’m glad y’all know who he is now I love him been a big fan since before he was in the industry my fav song is we gon be alright ❤️ Devils work is so fire, Ramen & OJ and Long way I think was the first song I heard and the visuals were crazy! 🫶

[@LindaLidds]

Honestly one of the best interviews showed a side to the music industry that no one in it really wants to talk about

[@cupcakequeen6294]

Ashanti holds a special place in that man’s heart! You can tell he misses that woman forreal

[@jocwashington7226]

Nobody cares Ashanti is never coming back he lost her she back with nels😂😂😂

[@_its.suzette]

I wasn’t too familiar with him, but after seeing his interview, I’m going to listen to everything. He is such a good person, and I love his creativity. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 thank you Jason for showing us a different side of these celebrities

[@sepulvedagiovanna]

You WONT regret it ! 🙌🏽

[@evangelistsammyagyei193]

Start with Devil's work.

[@krystal2373]

Jason was trying to make it messy but Lucas wouldn't go there with him. 💯

[@annettefedd23]

This is what I seen as well

[@kimberlydelk5938]

Jason you have some great shows man I love them and you ...this is a good one wit Joyner 100!

[@niambibailey8136]

omg right @kimberlydelk5938 I loved the interaction between Jason and Joyner. Many ppl miss out on having a wonderful person/friend in their live becaue they too worried about what that person is doing sexually or their homophobitc .....But like Joyner said ....if i vibe with you cause you good peple ......then i vibe with you !! nothing else matters

[@kimberlydelk5938]

@@niambibailey8136 big facts!

[@rhondast.pierre348]

I love this interview Jason!! I love how much we get to know Joyner he’s a cool ass person!

[@BourgeoisGurlMU]

I loved this interview.

[@irismarroquin1660]

Beautiful interview ❤

[@ladiij7516]

It’s the singing for me 😂😂 Love Joyner and loved the interview 🔥🔥🔥

[@rebeccah8647]

I’m from Worcester ma and cannot even express the gratitude I have for his new album. This interview is one of my favs. Esp because I’m a big fan of the way Jason Lee interviews people. Joyner felt comfortable and I like how Jason broke down how he makes his visions because truly he isn’t a musician Joyner is an artist !!!! Let’s not focus on the points of who he once dated or had some tea with. Although it’s questions the fans wanna know let’s not let those headlines take away from the talent and mastermind of Joyner as himself !!! He’s the full package and also fine asffffff 😂❤ love u Joyner !!!!!

[@tamekaparker2524]

Great interview. Love Jason.

[@ElizabethBates-jw5pj]

I appreciate you because you always get it right. Your show is actually interesting.

[@aquin9529]

Not Jason starting this man up on Sza! Lmaooo. He can’t stop singing 😂😂

[@jacquelinepanzica1497]

U think it was planned so he don't look homo cause Jason lee did have interview with Cam Newton talking about how he was at dinner and Joyner Lucas gifted him extravagant gift while he is able to express a story about his brother who passed and so happen to be able to sit in front of him at dinner the night before and so most people would think o lord not Joyner lucas too now!! is now about to announce that he is homo or something or we just figure he is cause society always thinks if your friends or being around homo people then u are too so he had to put uf out their Loud and clear no matter what that he was in to zsa so we could go in with the rest of the interview knowing his preference!!!! But still we all still wondering or thinking about it anyway

[@curtisdarrylloudjr2499]

shit started getting deep at 1:11:45 it’s like jason lee whole energy grasped all of his animosity towards his pops 🤞🏿

[@keishawilliams7546]

I see why Lori Harvey be making folks sign a NDA, we done leave my name out the conversation.

[@davidgibson9648]

this was a GREAT interview. ha's one of my Favorite artists

[@lmjr1922]

Great interview ❤

[@niambibailey8136]

I truly enjoyed this interview !! You can tell they are real friends and I agree with Joyner.....if you my friend ...I am your friend , who cares what anyone say or think

[@AnbrikaBrown-it2vz]

I laughed so much man this was a master piece

[@TheBraveIntrovert]

Ashanti is very private and he know that. Why he telling people her business? Why he didnt tell his business like how he went and had a baby knowing that she wanted kids?

[@user-bj1xd8lq4o]

💯

[@TheBraveIntrovert]

He does seem sad about it all though

[@user-bj1xd8lq4o]

@@OleMiss662 It did broke her heart, she made a whole video about him Falling For you‼️

[@bluckyjones]

Oh I know...how horrible is he for being grown & honest enough to not be irresponsible & make a baby with one of our legendary female artists knowing that it wasn't gonna work out for the long run...so he can forever be Ashanti baby daddy & her Joyner baby momma ....he should of just lied & took advantage of the situation like so many artists out here with zero common sense, self control, or emotional awareness to make the right decisions ....he deserves to be dragged for being responsible & real...I mean ...the nerve !!! 🙄🙄🙄 Yet yal wonder why our community keep failing each other .

[@bluckyjones]

U & tt needa get an award for the most ignorant comments on here...hopefully it's cuz yal young.

[@wednesdayrenee_]

This was really good👏🏾

[@abrinker79]

Now, this here is a great interview

[@AutisticLed]

Funnest, in-depth interview with Joyner, love this 😂 Not Now, I'm Busy is an amazing body of work!

[@crystalmangle1995]

Joyner Lucas these 💐 are for you. ❤ You a real one. Can't wait wait to see what your future brings. 😊

[@SwaweetSheema]

I laughed and said oh sh** all throughout the interview 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Gsxr617]

Idk why but when Joyner’s is talking about his father I feel like he’s alluding to the fact that he might have got sexually abused as a child and his farther knew about it - or was apart of it , or didn’t stop it. Could be totally wrong but seems like some real bad shit happened

[@sammac92]

thats exactly what crossed my mind too

[@ShadBoss-wx1kc]

What time stamp was that

[@troiboytravels7127]

I was thinking the same thing 😮

[@blessingsmatter7259]

Yesss i believe that's what his father did

[@TheBraveIntrovert]

Oh and Ashanti wrote her song "Falling for you" about Joyner.

[@taylorsymone11]

And that video gives you all the answers on why that ended.

[@ShadBoss-wx1kc]

@@OleMiss662what about versus

[@annettefedd23]

He had a baby while talking to her

[@divinedriven1693]

​@@annettefedd23 did he

[@Bree2cool219]

I feel like he wasn't ready for what she wanted .

[@Tiffani-]

I was first introduced to this guy through his "I'm not racist" song ..thought he was dope from that and other songs...now getting to know his personality, I like him even more!!!❤❤

[@laneys2030]

He lost out on the one , Ashanti is glowing and happy so happy for her and Nelly❤

[@melinatural]

I luv this ending

[@DesiLu4Life]

She's very easy to be in love with. How sweet. Nelly know what's up! Happy for her! 💕

[@bluckyjones]

Jason im so fkn proud of u....great interviewer & thank u for puttin my fav artist/rapper on....been singing Joyner praises for 7yrs...even before he blew...he renewed my love & faith in hiphop ...he deserves every success & blessing hes received & then some.

[@kekesmanson506]

Literally!!! So excited to watch 😊 fav artist / rapper he definitely deserves his flowers 💐

[@jacquelinepanzica1497]

Literally about 5 years ago for me I seen that Ashanti video and was hooked wondering why he un noticed Not now tho so excited for him 🎉

[@bluckyjones]

@jacquelinepanzica1497 sis...u go back & listen to all his songs once u were introduced to him?? Cuz I swear too many people only know his songs that have features or the major ones like I'm not racist, lucky u, I don't die...& of course Ashanti one & J Cole one... but songs like ....I'm sorry, happy birthday, forever, just because (seriously go listen to Just because...he sexy af in that lol) ....but all those are slept on...that entire 508 record with 15 songs ..one with mystical is the shit. I know I'm forgetting some....but the one - just like you - I think is the name of it...where it starts out with the lil boy who tellin his momma he hope he don't turn out like her. Fkn incredible. U gotta check all his shit out if u havnt....cuz it will give u an even deeper understanding of who he is. I'm addicted...ngl lol ....peace & blessings

[@Angela-zl5lz]

Man u can see the pain in face when he talks about his dad

[@Emeraldcity747]

😢 I'm lucky to have a good dad but absentee mom.

[@likethat4155]

He was trying not to laugh when he said people look at Chris Rock and think he got slapped 😂

[@ZethuMacatsha-tw9jn]

I love Joyner's friendship with you Jason!! 😅❤❤

[@waxprintmedia7684]

Moral of the story, don't F with a Leo!

[@lamar261]

Why we always got to wait so long ? But still here waiting 😂

[@Chasness101]

The matching outfits 😂😂

[@constancetalley8959]

Yo, Joyner singing SZA'a song was Wicked cute.. ❤

[@ntombiyesiziba1926]

yeah SZA who loves Ashanti and is her biggest fan, Joyner now inlove with her🙄

[@OleMiss662]

​@@ntombiyesiziba1926Why I said the same, SZA give the Ashanti younger vibe so he can feel that, right energy wrong person.

[@Sara-sara86]

I had no idea who this man was before but I knew Jason Lee would bring out the tea.

[@bluckyjones]

Ooh...u missing out...u needa go listen to his shit. He's incredible.

[@oknicko6576]

this man is so fine, jason def got a taste for him lmao

[@oknicko6576]

of him* too maybe

[@cyeonfox8730]

Love this interview! Joyner knows how to answer questions without being involved! Take notes Yal... Smart.. "anything anyone wants to quote he said about someone else is still cool vibes, no hate at All!" He's the Goat for this interview for sure!

[@JLuvsBlazin]

his album has been rotation since it came out 🔥

[@Love_SumLotta]

The End LMAOOOOOOOO

[@April-201]

I have no idea who this is. But I watched from beginning to the end Very good interview 👍🏾

[@godd_ess_1st]

My guy🔥 album

[@lilysanders4975]

He soo chill. Loved it

[@markmorrison7785]

He has told the story about his father in a song - River. People sleep on his Evolution album. He gets mad deep on the majority of the tracks. River is my favourite song on it because I also have father issues.

[@user-ci8pi9yv1b]

He sound so much like Nipsey Hussle the way he talk and his word technique sounds so much like Nip

[@qtinmemphis1969]

the best show I've seen Joyner Lucas do by far!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@moniquenarcisse2446]

That’s so cute what he said about Sza! ❤

[@yanibarbs]

Didn’t know much about Joyner…seems like a really good dude…been thru some Shit and working toward greatness

[@MmOWISHAM]

So messed up! why talk about it now when Ashanti never acknowledged him.

[@Jus_Cc]

being just present …is not a “Present” … your positive leadership & role (or lack there of)in a childs life can shape & influence their contribution to the world

[@lburns5918]

Jason’s eyes shifts slightly when he’s about to be messy😂😂😂

[@xo.quisee]

This is me publicly giving Joyner his flowers 💐🤭

[@WychieCicetti-se6jg]

I love Jason, he’s so protective of his people. Jason was thoughtful of his (Joyner) reputation. That’s Dope!!! Jason is a keeper..

[@ebonyjohnson6130]

Jason and Joyner is such a viiiiibe.

[@BevanEllis_Prolific_B]

You can tell they Bro's, this was a dope interview

[@lisaruffin7867]

Joyner ❤❤he's so down to earth here.

[@chandragolden7394]

No one did the Lords work and posted the time stamp when he speaks on ashanti? 🤔

[@chandragolden7394]

1:18:16 mark. Your welcome

[@AD-cx2mw]

Joyner you are definitely a special one ❤

[@chriswilt208]

The ending of 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@MsLeonalove]

Joyner is extremely handsome & intelligent 👏🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽

[@user-gp3zw6xe2f]

Just started the interview. I'm hoping the song I'm not racist is brought up. It is absolutely iconic and will be remembered for years to come.

[@nwd6167]

Blockhead Joyner swore his Ashanti gossip would have gone viral. But he got no traction.👏👏👏👏 For talkative and gossipy people, my Caribbean mom would say, “dem mom wipe dem mouth with a tablecloth!” There’s an even worse word than tablecloth, but won’t say it. 😂😂

[@ms.deedee990]

Lol you was on Benzino's neck. What Neck ..😂😂😂

[@amartin8994]

Jason, I’m so happy for you and your show. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@teapottt]

Joyner is so cool. The bit about his dad is touching. Love the way he speaks about Ashanti tho. Love to Joyner.

[@DesiLu4Life]

Love Joyner Lucas and his rap style, secondly Logic. 🔥