Lancey Foux Interview: Working w/ Ye, Pop Smoke, Disliking Comparisons & Social Media, UK Rap

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In this interview, Arshan speaks with rapper, Lancey Foux, who’s from East London, UK. We caught up with Lancey during a brief 1 day trip to LA, following his show in Vancouver. Releasing his first album PINK in 2017, Lancey Foux gained national notoriety with the release of his 2019 album, Friend or Foux. His song “INDIA” has almost 7 million plays on Spotify alone, while his recent collaboration with Yeat, “Luv monëy” is approaching 3 million streams.
At the beginning of their conversation, Lancey shows appreciation to Arshan and the brand he’s built with KTO, before describing how UK rap is less documented and underrated compared to the US. He lists the songs he listens to on a flight (Marvin Gaye, Future, & himself), discusses the “London swag”, Skepta, and how his aesthetic matches his lifestyle. The conversation shifts to Kanye West, who Lancey thinks is more tapped in than people realize, and he describes going to the Donda listening event where other artists showed him love.
Lancey talks about not being motivated by social media or showing off, Gary Vee following him on IG, and watching Matt Armstrong on KZbin. Arshan and Lancey talk about watching Rick and Morty and Breaking Bad, before Lancey describes his history with members of Carti’s Opium label, Ken Carson & Destroy Lonely. Lancey says that if he ran a media outlet he would only use it to support other artists, before talking about the importance of ignoring comparisons. He details his relationship with Kaycyy Pluto and talks about enjoying Brent Faiyaz’s music, before revealing that he wants to make more music for female fans. Lancey acknowledges the hilarity of his fans moshing to slow songs, before talking about his best lyrics (‘DONT TALK’), and his first time meeting Pop Smoke. Lastly, the conversation ends with them discussing the relevance and accuracy of the term “underground” to describe certain artists. Kids Take Over is based in Vancouver, Canada.
Timestamps!
0:00 - Lancey loves KTO, applauds Arshan’s work
1:48 - Appreciating & remembering his fans
2:55 - UK rap is underappreciated, Fimiguerrero
4:56 - Listening to Future & Marvin Gaye on flights
6:00 - What does he do when having a bad day?
7:16 - London swag, Skepta
7:48 - His aesthetic matches his lifestyle, not contrived
10:33 - Kanye has seen KTO?
12:21 - Going to Donda listening party, rappers showing love
14:26 - Not motivated by social media or attention
15:11 - Gary Vee follows Lancey
15:37 - What does Lancey watch on KZbin?
16:18 - How Lancey would survive a bear attack
17:58 - Lancey talks to animals
18:10 - Watching Rick & Morty, Breaking Bad
19:54 - Relationship w Ken Carson, Destroy Lonely
21:50 - What if Lancey ran a media outlet? Supporting other artists
22:50 - Ignoring comparisons
23:54 - Relationship w/ Kaycyy Pluto
25:23 - Brent Faiyaz, wanting to make music for female fans
26:00 - Fans moshing to slow songs 😂
27:42 - Pop Smoke was super genuine, first time meeting
29:55 - ‘Don’t Talk’, Lancey’s best lyrics
31:34 - Is the term ‘Underground’ inaccurate?
33:39 - Making music that’s ahead of its time, having patience
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[@KidsTakeOver]

Timestamps! I know Lancey is lurking these comments so comment what you think his best song is 🤔 0:00 - Lancey loves KTO, applauds Arshan 1:48 - Appreciating & remembering his fans 2:55 - UK rap is incredible, Fimiguerrero 4:56 - Listening to Future & Marvin Gaye on flights 6:00 - What does he do when having a bad day? 7:16 - London swag, Skepta 7:48 - His aesthetic matches his lifestyle, not contrived 10:33 - Kanye has seen KTO? 12:21 - Going to Donda listening party, rappers showing love 14:26 - Not motivated by social media or attention 15:11 - Gary Vee follows Lancey 15:37 - What does Lancey watch on KZbin? 16:18 - How Lancey would survive a bear attack 17:58 - Lancey talks to animals 18:10 - Watching Rick & Morty, Breaking Bad 19:54 - Relationship w Ken Carson, Destroy Lonely 21:50 - What if Lancey ran a media outlet? Supporting other artists 22:50 - Ignoring comparisons 23:54 - Relationship w/ Kaycyy Pluto 25:23 - Brent Faiyaz, wanting to make music for female fans 26:00 - Fans moshing to slow songs 😂 27:42 - Pop Smoke was super genuine, first time meeting 29:55 - ‘Don’t Talk’, Lancey’s best lyrics 31:34 - Is the term ‘Underground’ inaccurate? 33:39 - Making music that’s ahead of its time, having patience

[@wholelottaconformity]

Say Nun Ain’t Nun hits differently fr…the whole of friend or foux is just a crazy confidence boost

[@onlyaegisarchive]

Steelo flow just has a different vibe I've never heard from anyone else

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@b9ign533]

was lucky enough to meet him in LA and i can say he’s one nicest and coolest dudes i’ve ever met. gave him 2 portraits i drew for him and he thought i wanted him to sign them. but when i told him he could keep them, he couldn’t stop thanking me ! he even grabbed my phone and scrolled through my ig page to look at my art. i couldn’t have been more flattered and happy. lancey you a real one !!!!

[@KidsTakeOver]

W

[@juniorramirez2314]

And tall asf huh

[@b9ign533]

@@juniorramirez2314 he towered over me

[@cartoonslatt8302]

If I was famous I’m pretty sure he took the paintings and threw them away that’s what I would do fuk the fans

[@leemartinez5473]

Bro that L.A show was crazy

[@SmurfyJCK]

Met Lancey in 2019 at a pop up in london for my old clothing brand. He's a very real and down to earth guy. We had a genuine convo and he gave me some solid advice, he even texted Skepta right in front of me to tell him to come down and check out our spot. No ego, no attitude, just a real humble guy. Love to see the success and recognition he's getting both in the UK and US, fully deserved.

[@fentttt]

What happend to the clothing brand?

[@AK4Z.]

I want a interview voice type song

[@goldiegaims]

thats wild

[@Bopmyglizz]

Plug ur clothin brand

[@safi9398]

lancey is mad underrated fr. can’t wait till he hits the mainstream.

[@eidr.2712]

I hope he don’t sell his soul

[@Xcrix]

@@eidr.2712 Pretty sure he been did that lol

[@danielrigney1416]

ong

[@alourxx]

32:53

[@safi9398]

@deletedchannel i just want him to get his recognition bro, it’s that simple

[@RGX003]

meeting lancey was honestly one of the coolest experiences i’ve ever had. most artists of his stature and prominence usually have some kind of ego but lancey was super down to earth and friendly. he’s a great person to talk to and his personality from what i gathered from my short time with him really shines in this interview. very well done

[@KidsTakeOver]

I can attest to this ☝🏽

[@dv0lu10n8]

On god

[@Q26V]

This is just us east London guys. Just how we are.

[@shesopradajaye]

How tall is he?

[@Q26V]

@@shesopradajaye 6’5

[@iluvmygng]

Lancey has one of the best voices in the game

[@KidsTakeOver]

Hella versatile

[@dfredankey]

Thugger influence 2 goats

[@God_first_1999]

One of the most creatives souls in the scene rn. Hope he can break thru to the mainstream because we need him on the charts.

[@dr3474]

Could be an impact artist not jus a hit maker. If the world tapped in enough

[@Sky-oj6sx]

Seeing lancey live was one of the best experience’s I ever had. Full of energy and so underrated for so long. Loved every second and hope he gets the recognition he finally deserves. HE IS NOT A CARTI CLONE! CHYEAAA

[@_M3WTW0_]

CHYEEEE!!

[@a.ffirmative]

This is my first time watching KTO. I fucking love this format of interviews. It's not an interview, it's literally a short podcast. It's so much more natural and i as the audience i get more from the interviewee than normal interviews.

[@KidsTakeOver]

✅ welcome

[@prodzak1642]

Shoutout KTO for putting on the UK 🔥 Fimi, Kwese, YT, Coults, Len, Maison2500, these r the guys yall need to tap into from the UK

[@KidsTakeOver]

✅

[@pokewtf906]

maisnon is nigerian not from the uk

[@prodbyprynce]

@@pokewtf906 but he works a lot with the uk scene

[@jsjsjs]

@@prodbyprynce he droppin maseverse on the 15th

[@7somekindofsomething]

All the comments about meeting him and how genuine he is is so cool. Makes me love the guy way more.

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@krizzydelajuhggo9187]

This man is the definition of ''The world is a big place until it isn't'', I wish I could travel and have the chance to meet people around the world. Im sure when he all started this he couldn't think that it would bring him that far. Respect

[@yng27]

First Degree and Live.Evil were some of my most played albums last year. Everyone makes all these comparisons with Lancey and other artist but sometimes nobody else’s music hits like his does, super excited for LIH to drop

[@trkyng]

seems super composed and educated, one of my favorite conversations for sure

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@Inlovewithlife991]

This probably one your realest interviews ever, Lancey be giving knowledge

[@hellothere5330]

It’s crazy how a uk rapper made it to the underground scene in America that’s actually a unique come up

[@blaccmassxx]

been WAITING for this man and finally got the episode 😭

[@KidsTakeOver]

🙌🏽🤍 Love bro

[@richsombie]

frrrr

[@dfredankey]

Nice to know you fw Lancey

[@jsjsjs]

KTO finally got the interview man, so happy

[@KidsTakeOver]

Y’all been along for the journey that’s the best part !

[@arshanislam7040]

@@KidsTakeOver 🧨🧨🧨

[@richsombie]

js

[@tribalbass808]

I’m in the UK for 3 years already, I was listening to Lancey way before coming here, but now as I’m here I had the chance to go to one of his shows in London, the vibes that he shares through the music, style and just simply being around him is totally unmatchable. For sure he will stay in my top 5 all-time favourite artists! Such respect to Lancey and KTO for this incredible interview.

[@omhgod9353]

Lancey seem really cool & chill to be around. One of my favorite interviews ever 🔥

[@giyuwavy1771]

Top tier interview! It’s also easy to see how Lancey’s intelligence translates into his work 🔥🔥 the part about him and Ye had me so hype though they’re two of my favorite artists 😂

[@MatArmstrongbmx]

So unexpected! 😅 Thanks so much

[@KidsTakeOver]

Hahahh you need to get him on your channel to do a collab

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@MONEYMAY_yt]

This is such a good interview Arshan ! Great work. Lancey is always a great interview. Lance is very well spoken who is wise beyond his years. Lance never disappoints with the interviews !!

[@chrisvazquez3667]

the most genuine conversation my favorite interview so far⭐️

[@dfredankey]

Real goat simple wether the masses listen or not he’s a gem. We’re all human and capable to rise but he’s one of them that did n it’s nice to watch. I call everyone a genius that becomes or is becoming whoever r they want to be whether they want to be a janitor or a mother. S/o lance for being introspective and sharing his mind n views cool dude fasho

[@frhendrix]

he makes such good music bruh

[@aciv132]

Lancey is such a good interviewee and you're a great interviewer. Great energy.

[@KidsTakeOver]

🙏🏽🤍

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@lilyshi3681]

one of the greatest to ever do it, idc what anyone says. seen him perform in portugal this week and it was insane

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@rayniko9380]

I remember the summer of 2018 and discovering lancey on YT and just knowing the sound was way different than anything out of the uk. I was listening to uk artists but his music set him apart so much from the others! He’s come a long way and is still rising!

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@htw7804]

W for your props you got at the beginning you are motivating me! especially your tik tok where you told your story. also shows the genuine guy lancey is.

[@KidsTakeOver]

🙌🏽

[@LaynoProd]

very inspirational real down to earth person shoutout Lancey Foux and KTO hope to meet yall one day, thanks!

[@cartermorris9126]

one of my favorite interviews i’ve watched in a long time . lancey fr a genuine guy

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@00_jackyp]

Seems like the most genuine artists I ever seen an interview of. Would love to jus have a conversation w him. Seems like he rly isn’t about the bs n cares for his fans

[@htw7804]

he seems so chill! just as chill as his music he gonna be a goat!

[@shutupjoeshawn]

Luved this interview KTO! Lancey always be so real with his discussions 😎

[@steelwill2221]

He started blushing when he said ye knows you

[@jadenstewart2082]

Lancey so pure🙏🏾 could tell you were very comfortable with this interview

[@pium1568]

a true inspiration. ICON

[@skitchldn]

Shot his set at Wireless, was crazy. Just uploaded the footage. Instantly became a fan after seeing him perform

[@ZolaraticRBLX]

I seen the video already and found u in these comments 🔥

[@imrobtyler]

so hype to see yall sit down. lancey is such an amazing dude

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@NDMGEN3SIS]

the greatest musician in the world and I'll stand on that - the masses just aint vibrating at his frequency yet, wait for the world the to catch up my biggest inspiration as an artist, thankyou lancey

[@naheeljawaid5048]

Lancey is very inquisitive -- he questions things and tries to get to first principles and I like it

[@yoKeelo]

another W interview man, love to see it

[@nowedontmillyrock5736]

Legend for dropping this

[@riaslayer9887]

can’t wait for a new album from Foux!!

[@rayid2003]

One of the best on the scene recently, Shoutout KTO. ☝

[@KidsTakeOver]

🙌🏽

[@yyyvvgd]

For sure definitely go UK for a series. Melbourne too in a couple years

[@himmelhero]

Lancey seems so down to earth makes me even like his music more

[@Krzykid3432]

Bro you are on top of it!! you getting everybody in these interviews. Keep grinding man your gnna be big!! Get someone from drain gang bro i would go crazy!!

[@Veingod999]

Great interview

[@gdogg123uran]

Been a big fan of lancey for a few years now. Love this man

[@ignacioangelsilva]

me and my homies been tapped in to lancey since like 2018 .. the growth in the sound is substantial

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@JuicyZucchini]

this is so fucking big! Shout out to Kids Take Over!!!!

[@KidsTakeOver]

Love

[@charleswilliams7333]

Love bro! Lancey the 🐐

[@chiaveli]

One of the best interviews I’ve seen in a while

[@KidsTakeOver]

🙌🏽

[@berlinwallneverfall1991]

Such an amazing conversation. Well done from both.

[@KidsTakeOver]

🤍

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@lanreolatunbosun7120]

Yes. Let’s get the vlog

[@fcukmoose]

KTO gotta come UK!!!!!! Would love to see that

[@gabr__i3ll]

so humble man. I love this guys music so much.

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@ahmadrashid9961]

UK artists are always under rated

[@Enders.paradise888]

South African* too

[@danteinfernos]

glad to see lancey getting the recognition he deserves fr

[@pddimez8485]

arshan looking fine asl in this angle and lighting

[@jacoubkh9665]

this is one of the best interview channels out rn

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@witchswag]

honestly very nice interview, nice job man

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@wavydane]

lanceys music is so well mixed

[@Ms-up9pi]

great interview. love this guys music fr, just hella diff

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@filthysicko]

gotta meet lancet one day, mans is a inspiration and all this free game smokkeesss🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@y212ify]

I always love lancey interviews

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@xdef1ne]

I don’t really be listening to new rap music, I listen to a lot of punk, 60s psych rock, hardcore etc etc but Lancey is just so fucking cool. I don’t think there is anyone like him, he has a lot of peers that are doing similar music but he is in his own lane.

[@Enders.paradise888]

Punk and 60s psychedelic rock is mad underrated nowadays

[@davidakindele4552]

@@Enders.paradise888 bro do yk any recommendations for punk 60s psychedelic music

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@amakiio]

@@davidakindele4552did u find some?

[@sxshx447]

Lancey sang to me in Dublin during his set at longitude for like a second or two I was front row dead eye contact pointing at me Carti was there too and I’m a big carti fan but I’d have to say lanceys set was right up there with him Psycho Jackson the goat 🐐

[@subarashikihibi82]

cant wait for lancey to drop some more music

[@zi8gzag]

Best video on this channel

[@binman5753]

Truly one of the greatest

[@DJGoodMusicAllDay]

WWWW great video great audio and love this interview!

[@KidsTakeOver]

💪🏽

[@DJGoodMusicAllDay]

@@KidsTakeOver Lift off! 🚀🚀🚀

[@LukePluto]

always knew lancey had potential, this interview really proves his vision. hope he can do more big tings soon

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@ifoundpeace_ukantoo]

As a artist myself the part where he was saying it’s hard to release music I can def relate because we could have so many unreleased good songs that we want to blow but we don’t wanna drop it because we are unsure of how many streams it will get so that’s why we hold on to certain songs fans may want from a artist or sometimes it’s just cuz we don’t know what to release what I mean by that is cuz we end up having a overload of unreleased music for example look at all da unreleased uzi and Carti have and me myself has over 100 unreleased

[@timeless_heritage]

Man said he'd uppercut a Hippo, Lanceys now a legend to me

[@bell1337]

I don't even listen too Lancy's music too much, but everytime I see an interview pop up I'll check it out. His person is just so saturated to me that it can't go unappreciated

[@ftdosi]

bro kept it so real i need to tap in

[@drakath1]

fire interview broo🔥

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@haris6067]

Best interview with lancey 🙌

[@KidsTakeOver]

🤍 he’s just a really good interview guest overall! Can’t see him giving a bad one.

[@selfmadeeeeed]

lancey is PURE…his energy

[@prodpsycho0999]

legendary interview

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@IAM_DK1NG]

I fw Lancey dude is well spoken. Intelligence shows🦈

[@ryanm4074]

lancey is the goat! Please finish the community mixtape. U got too many hits u keepin in the vault gang! Big Life to Lancey!!

[@doggowithak9705]

I love lancey Fouxs music

[@gabr__i3ll]

Please do a UK tour it would be game changing man!

[@KidsTakeOver]

✅

[@Vat6ré]

I’ll be real I didn’t really get lancey when i first saw him time ago,but I rate how genuine and direct he is,none of that fugazi ego shit dons That are shit be doing,despite alla the fuccery just focused,on his own ting.

[@aasadthomas8124]

Lancey is such a original man, if u get my drift.

[@LilGuap]

Been tapped in with him for years, his bars out the roof, some his melodies remind me of Michael Jackson, one of the greatest, when you speak of music, you gotta mention him, underrated for sure.

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@itsAaronSpeaking]

Him talkin about pop smoke man, that was dope fr

[@Luxarium]

Sopranos best show ever!! Great interview btw, love to see it

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@neilk]

Lancey seems chill as hell

[@briannorthcott7716]

need a vlog bout that too

[@darasonics6076]

34:24 the contact high is crazy lmaoooo

[@KidsTakeOver]

😂

[@Stencio]

Full circle moment, Arshan been putting on. PSYKE!

[@KidsTakeOver]

✅

[@orbash2636]

this is ur best interview, ion know how tf u gonna top dis.

[@KidsTakeOver]

👀

[@Loljytdoit]

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[@moixgz]

lancey got that morning voice 24/7 super soothing

[@bartoix8393]

his show at wireless was crazy. on this interview, Lancey seems like a down to earth guy fr 💯

[@dre3241]

It was i was in there w u

[@justskullz9685]

Was there with u g

[@amariwz]

Lancey the goat fr, man been ahead of his time!

[@dfredankey]

Fasho