Lil D on Becoming Crack King, Getting 35 Years, Obama Clemency (Full Interview)

In this interview, Darryl 'Lil D' Reed opens up about his life story that found him making millions of dollars on the streets at a young age, only to eventually get caught and spend over 30 years in prison. He also speaks on President Obama granting him clemency in 2016, and how he hopes to be an example for the next generation to make smarter choices. To hear the full interview, hit the video above.

[@garrettsmith1210]

Hey man, this is my ex brother in law, used to go see him with his moms and sister. This guy gave a square dude from Austin TX a pass in the streets of the Town. Aside from that, he shot straight to me and educated me on life. He encouraged me to finish at Berkeley and do bigger things. Thank D. You'll always be my brother!

[@KrabCityPodcast422]

Fuck up all that lying

[@scaredsinger0808]

That’s awesome. I had no idea who this was, and stumbled upon this interview. What an intelligent man. Very smart, and an incredible story teller! Wow! Hey, Garrett..do you know what happened to his voice?

[@Trolondo33]

Love these types of comments when family and close friends of the person being interviewed speaks out and or sheds light on their experiences with them🎯💯✅

[@letloveruleradah]

I respect the Father that He strived to be regardless of His circumstances... and for that God bless Him.

[@lampkin9287]

James Hanninen You sound stupid AF... not all black women are failures and I don’t see how you can justify in your mind to allow your lips to utter those abhorrent words.

[@ClassicMarqB]

Honestly think this might’ve been my favorite interview thus far, and I didn’t know anything about this guy until I started watching this, just mad interesting and humble 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@spyrosspyrides8918]

literally the same with me

[@95alive77]

Yeah first time hearing of him. This dudes story should definitely be a movie

[@rjenkins416]

Yeah Vlad does some good interviews. I ended up watching him from watching the Rick Ross interview (the real Rick Ross) great story, happy to see he is free

[@arlindselimi5170]

Listen to yukmouth album called jj based on a Will story part one

[@davidakers6405]

Bra I swear same thing for me

[@kokoeteinwangnnenimisanged4282]

This is a very intelligent, articulate and self educated man, I believe in his new journey, he will change lives. I wish you the best Lil D, you are a ‘loyal’ man. It counts.

[@antoniohoskins5850]

First time I ever waited for a full interview. Best two hours of my day.

[@mashawnrobinson7892]

Facts

[@nothankyou5524]

That's a real shame if this was the best two hours of any day.

[@ydnsr3699]

No Thankyou not really, the insight & story is amazing, you don’t understand cause you not from the bay! But this man story a one of a kind

[@honeydip6355]

Right , Same here

[@draftking77312]

Sadfacts

[@robertthornton3513]

This is a solid dude! I appreciated this interview! Damn he became a grandfather in jail and his son was just born when he went in! That's crazy! The system makes you pay a lifetime for an adolescent decision!

[@hurricanesnow291]

In his case he paid rather for what he had the potential to be rather than what he did and it's fucked up

[@draftking77312]

Adolescents know right from wrong

[@chriscurtis8344]

@@draftking77312 yes . However they don’t have the equipment of an adult.

[@sciedn1942]

OG!! Being respected for being non violent & uniting people makes you a real OG . Respect to Lil D

[@marcuscomedy9108]

By far one of the best interviews I've EVER watched. Dude was/is solid

[@ThirtyThreeHipHop]

This is an award winning interview!

[@kwezchyn]

Indeed

[@commenter5501]

Thanks

[@sp-404hypnodiqsoundjunkie8]

Most def!

[@johnrod1]

🤦‍♂️

[@thelovelythings2809]

I agree

[@clboogie5280]

This man went thru all Hells fire and look how GOD Brought him out..🙏👣

[@chrismccullough5107]

People should listen...He has words of wisdom...A real stand up guy definitely cut from a different cloth than most

[@TheDJPhatPhuck]

He speaks nothing but facts.

[@thinblacknoodles]

FACTS AF

[@karlcarnes9143]

What he says about the pharmaceutical companies are straight facts.

[@charitydenisepope4692]

MAD RESPECT for lil D! I laughed, I cried, and connected. I love this documentary! Beautifully done! OBAMA you CHANGED LIVES!

[@jordancarrico6183]

Put a big smile on my face when saying his goodbyes !!! Thanks for the advice lil d

[@therealmssparkle1729]

Darryl Lil' D' Reed's story brought me to tears at the end. His story would make an excellent movie. WOW! I couldn't even imagine doing all that time. I thought I was going to die after doing three months. Thank God for his Grace and Mercy! We all fall down from time to time...it's getting UP and learning from your experience that makes you NOT only a better person, but a TRUE SURVIVOR! Be Blessed Lil D!

[@Real_Iceout]

Amen

[@thomascartwright6355]

It's all designed to destroy the brain. From the colors used to the design of the prison are cell. You got to be mentally strong. Go to school, read books and try to stay involved in positive constructive activities and conversations to strengthen the mind from degenerating and get released the same person are worse. It's a tricky game of fighting becoming institutionalized

[@crackerhacker1977]

@@thomascartwright6355 dam I was Wondering why they use them 70s depressing ass colors.smh

[@kaptnhartkor8549]

You cut an onion while watching?

[@xavowatra4239]

@@thomascartwright6355 A

[@jjfghjpnwf5119]

all respect to you Lil D, you took years like a real champ!! God bless you.

[@profunkproductions]

Just copped the book... as you should. #SupportTheReal

[@masterexploder666]

how

[@profunkproductions]

@@masterexploder666 Google Darryl Reed publishing, they accept paypal, it arrived in 4 days.

[@londontown3381]

Facts

[@purpsmkr7]

I read that book in 1 day

[@onkng8603]

This interview couldn't be more on point. Notice how D doesn't expose his business dealings with Freeway Rick until the clip is shown and he still keeps it short

[@jkmsr3869]

The whole interview, real talk this man does not have the lying home most ppl do he's strait up

[@503DS]

THIS IS THE BEST INTERVIEW I EVER HEARD AND IM ORIGINALLY FROM RICHMOND CALIFORNIA! WELCOME HOME 🌐

[@James67851]

Real Talk. I'm from Oakland. Lil D was a teen celebrity in high school, everyone heard of his name even if you never met him. LIL D was the talk of the town.

[@bobbywilson117]

Real guy

[@jonbois9802]

And that's a big reason he went down

[@mikev.7988]

Lil D is right.He's a real gangster for not ratting.They don't make em like this anymore 💯💯

[@thagasspitterthagasspitter2173]

Much love to ldi crew y'all keep it real

[@friendsofdickjones6266]

James is the Realist Cat around right now. He's doing some great things for himself and family. Perhaps he might Take a page from the Original Black Panthers and put his name out among the City of Compton. Yo James, Politics might be for you.!

[@akazeek]

Bobby shmurda a real one actually took half of his homies sentence!!

[@nightcrawler2717]

Lil d pretty much said it's pointless to be a drug dealer or gangster because u will be dead or do 30 years and it's not worth it at all

[@queenratv115]

He was truly corrupted and turned out my his elders a shame

[@billingtonmarc25]

I feel privileged to have heard this man's story

[@user-iz2je1ff5h]

Damn life must be hella simple when you dumb

[@taisem6499]

Tattoo take off

[@gentlemensacademy4420]

That’s just your white privilege.

[@fuckedyomomandgotacookie]

@@gentlemensacademy4420 bold nigga

[@draftking77312]

Shut up

[@the1truth517]

I've never heard of this man but he's such a stand-up human being, not for what he did to go to prison or for going to prison. He's an amazing person for the growth he's had and his viewpoints on life and the way he talks about it that's all about telling kids what WILL happen to you instead of using it as his own time to shine. This entire interview, he's just a good man and I love the random smiles he does when Vlad is or isn't talking because it shows that he still has joy. Even when he talks about himself, it's not about drugs, it's about how he was able to develop a strong business mindset at an early age which I think can help other kids but in a positive direction.

[@5LeafClover12]

Absolutely love this interview. He definitely should have a movie or tv series.

[@asktavarrajones]

Lil D we all want to see your story on the big screen. In do time it's going to happen. You're so inspirational....

[@matthewayers4301]

In DUE** time. But yeah, you’re right. Would be an interesting film!! Michael K Williams would be a good actor to represent lil D.

[@CMOVlogs]

I like this dude never before in my life heard about him, but i could listen to him for hours. Very knowledgeable for sure and really interesting story to tell.

[@brendenhertelendy5930]

First time even hearing of this man lil d. This man's story is next level inspirational. Stand up guy for real

[@LIBryda]

With interviews like this, I prefer to wait until the full version comes out. There's certain stories you don't wanna hear in parts and sections.

[@queenratv115]

So true it hit in ‘83 I had my daughter in 82 and by the time she was 2 I had left her with my cousin too cracked out to pick her up - thank you god for saving my life

[@qholoway8477]

Man, this was a solid humble interview from an Oakland legend. ✌🏽& blessings Lil D.

[@richardstembridge1506]

What inspiration this man is, peace my brother

[@BigDirtDawg]

And that's why he's out of prison now. Because even though he was selling drugs he a decent dude

[@jordancarrico6183]

So much wisdom and cold pieces of reality in this interview! Much respect to lil d thank you glad for the content

[@ronhennessy315]

I say it's the best interview Vlad put out period shout out Lil D

[@spyrosspyrides8918]

im glad everyone feels the same way I do.

[@eazidaniels2418]

💯

[@jasonp69420]

I don’t know how I missed this one Probably one the best interviews I’ve seen .Lil D been thru it for-real &he’s down to earth & well spoken .

[@godscience7821]

Stand up brother, they don't make them like this anymore. One of your best interview vlad!!

[@geraldmcwilliams2460]

The realest and most heart felt interview from a drug dealer.coming out of prison.ive seen in a long time.

[@blank4425]

Damn Lil D is one of the realist...he got busted took the fall did the time and didn't drag anyone else in to it...stand up dude right there

[@themailman7320]

Lil d a legend give him his props while he here... All the way from philly...love o g

[@dreke510]

Favorite interview on KZbin by far.

[@spinks4integrity]

I didn’t know anything about (lil, D) but I do now, great interview ✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾

[@stillirise7813]

This cat is one of a kind! humble and you can see very intelligent

[@therealflamelit]

@Hermann Göring yes indeed- could have easliy run a legit company with their mindset

[@kyotooovision2361]

Hermann Göring wiretapped ethe and

[@kyotooovision2361]

I we

[@stillirise7813]

@Forester Green I got 210 up votes who is taking you seriously??

[@robertwhite5974]

@@dia.6213 onn

[@ActiveSneaks85]

He will get a chance to see his grandson grow up.... Lil D a real standup guy💪🏾

[@TheLocctv]

Didn’t watch any clips waited for the full interview!! ✊🏿 Solid

[@Trail1524]

I did the same!!

[@stephanpayne8156]

Me too

[@BlackBirdieGolf]

I hope some of our young people hear this guys story and leave the bs alone.

[@alonzoperrin9301]

Lil d a lot of people know who you are....and brother we thank you..

[@larrysawyer1856]

I grew up hearing about Lil D! I’m honored to hear his story! One love Vlad,phenomenal interview.

[@noeyterrazas1924]

NEEDS TO BE A MOVIE, THIS MAN DESERVES THAT BLESSING!

[@ricardorodriguez6638]

This dude is as solid as they come, one of my favorite interviews next to Benny the butcher and Michael franzeze

[@kerlie76seven69]

Got nothing but respect for this man

[@danielwilson9724]

@placehood u don't know wtf you're talking about..why don't you educate yourself before flapping tht fat fucking mouth

[@toryhill7345]

@placehood go fuck yourself lame

[@Boss2164]

You have respect for a man that sold drugs which resulted in deaths of many?

[@Zandry21614]

Lots of respect to Lil D. He's 1 in a million.

[@hhajvmvk4686]

Yo straight goods lil D, I know you don't know me but I wanna let you know I have made respect for you, and I wish there were more people with your loyalty.

[@kendrickallen2756]

One the realest interviewers I ever heard

[@trey2823]

Damn, I'm dropping a tear about his clemency story and leaving prison.

[@mariak6470]

One of the realist stories ever told. Great interview, I really loved his honesty and intelligence. Wishing Lil D the best.

[@crack4xmas]

Realist asf

[@sayless_do_moore_tv9461]

You are a Living Legend Darrel Reed Aka Lil D 💯🙏🏽🔥👍🏽 How u turn a Negative 2 a Positive!! Best Interview ever #Facts Hope u get a Movie 🎥 🍿 Deal #Facts 💯🙏🏽🔥👍🏽

[@TNGURL08]

Excellent, heart-tugging, reality check interview. So glad to learn of Lil D, and hear his life story. These types of interviews are worthy of my attention because you get life perspective from them. Good job Vlad.

[@mitchellhayman381]

Wow what a delusion self image you have

[@draftking77312]

Girl stop move on

[@TNGURL08]

@@draftking77312 🤷🤷🤷, why? This was a compliment. He shared his story. No, you "move on" whatever gender you are or identify as. SMH. Ridiculous.

[@ecks4fun]

@@TNGURL08, yup

[@kkidphoolish]

Best interview ever vlad, youth take heed please. We are young kings.

[@jugi1231]

Great interview, i've listened a lots of mob interviews but this is probably the best one or atleast one of bests. Great storyteller with these stories, u got it. I hope he got his life on the right way now, humble and great guy.

[@andrewnowotarski9037]

Yo lil d he's does have light about him love you man keep up on the new path

[@80Ragincajun]

I really liked this interview. What a rock solid cat!! Wow, the empires these guys made in a terrible time, they were millionaires!

[@kenneththomas415]

A theatrical release of your story would get an Oscar. Hands down

[@DJTrickiMusic]

Just like 2Pacs biopic? Right? You dumb ass.

[@seanpatrick6006]

Second time I watched this I wish I was related to this guy love the message

[@realrootsdrealrootsd1619]

Coming from the Bay Area during the same era I grew up knowing bout lil D. I am truly impressed on his character. Big ups Lil D! Stay right...stay solid. Bless

[@lcjones4682]

Great interview. Lil D is a great storyteller. I’m happy VLAD let him talk without a lot of interruption. I hate how drugs has crippled our community. But this man served more than the time he deserved. I hope he will use the rest of his life to dissuade our youth from street life.

[@lashonehigh9237]

This was one of the best interviews I've seen... really touching story you never know where a person comes from

[@mrghartey5542]

Amazing story. You did bad things (things to survive) but you served your time like a man. Much respect dude.

[@farrisforeman5435]

Welcome home LIl D!!! Vlad you a 💯 with me for this interview god bless

[@twanaharmony]

I cried too, hearing your story!!!!! I hope you are well!!! There are so many young folks in Bmore that need to hear your story of triumph! You have further motivated me to continue my quest to adopt young boys to be a brotherhood of lions!

[@Ray-uv4sk]

He got excited just telling that story about getting out.. That's dope... My brother did 13 down and I ain't never seen him walk as fast as he did the day he got his date....

[@YTUA1983]

Lil' D is a real one of a kind, best Vlad interview by far!

[@j-boogiebrown9961]

Yeah, a real sell-out, flooding black neighbourhoods with crack and destroying lives. Aren't you suspicious of Vlad, interviewing so many drug dealers and gang-members, and describing them as "legends"?

[@johnwalker1250]

Quit hating

[@hoopsguru765]

Best interview yet on Vlad. Salute lil D you seem like a real solid dude. 💯

[@clipsahoii]

Seem?! Show some respect

[@yonithomas7707]

I grew up around the time lil dee was getting it. I can’t stop watching his interview. I was with Mickey Moore side of town. It was the best time of my life

[@kingprince1033]

Shot Out To Oakland Legend Lil D For Giving Us A True Phenomenal Interview On His Birthday 💪

[@spyrosspyrides8918]

legendary

[@kingprince1033]

@@spyrosspyrides8918 FACTS

[@odetochef]

@Underwear Taker No he is RESPECT for doing his time, being loyal to UNLOYAL streets and telling story and exposing a corrupt prison system that systematically removed "leaders" of the hood. He is part of a dying tribe of "true" OGs

[@CODAMAZEMENT7]

@Underwear Taker ur a fucking square who cant relate so why even tune in

[@CODAMAZEMENT7]

@Underwear Taker and your just a worker bee like the rest of society waiting on a raise. All the wealthy individuals are LEAGAL innovative entrepreneurs who gave two shits about being employed

[@mizzzbutterfly2063]

Wow wow wow!!! I thoroughly enjoyed this interview from beginning to end. I truly hope the rest of your life is the best of your life. Peace, love, & blessings to you. Thank you so much for sharing your journey thus far. S/O to former President Obama for getting you back to your family ahead of schedule.❤ Vlad I must say this interview some of your best work.

[@gregoriopadilla8292]

Amazing Interview Vlad!! S/O to Darryl "Lil D" Reed Finally a REAL MAN stood up for what "The Code" should have been in the Game

[@shaunmc013]

Finally seeing the face behind the name. This dude’s legend is huge in Oakland. I didn’t even know we had Jamaicans hustling in Oakland...

[@marcopolo1906]

He need a movie...one of the best interviews....top 5 by far💯

[@kitwanatyhimba5247]

Woooow Vlad, you interviewed an Oakland legend❗️Great job ✨❗️

[@nuck83]

I never heard of him before this interview but it's the best one yet

[@JacquesVideos7]

I didnt know anything about this guy but watching up to when he said he was about to be released man i had to stop from shedding a tear at work. Awesome interview

[@ezyduzit32Y]

DOPEST interview!! Love from Australia! Best Message True G

[@michellearroyo816]

WOW VLAD U WERE SO HUMBLE AND RESPECTFUL TO THIS MAN I FELT THE LOVE FROM U THIS IS BY FAR UR VERY BEST INTERVIEW HANDS DOWN I LOVED IT LIL D MAY GOD BE WITH U I PRAY U GET 30 YEARS OF LIFE U DESERVE IT I PRAY U GET A MOVIE OMG ID BUY THAT SHIT I LOVEEEEEED ALL OF THIS

[@Ancheladamichelada]

This is an amazing interview. Thank you Vlad and Lil D dropping gems.

[@jasonburrell3508]

much respect for this man. I really can't find the words to describe how much I appreciate this story.

[@Flowcountry0721sounds]

If VLAD say “OK” one more time.

[@spyrosspyrides8918]

LOOOOL Im deaddd

[@profunkproductions]

😂😂

[@taytv2.0_]

😂😂😂😂😂💯

[@soultaliban]

Right! :)

[@mr.tomorrow8228]

That shit be killing me

[@ameliacampbell6679]

Can’t understand how or why people give quality interviews to this guy. Anyway, what a stand up guy. God bless you sir, Lil D.

[@WestSideBarson]

Unfortunately he's a big voice.

[@LPM21]

Vlad was asking him some really good question.. He's definitely a good Interviewer! & Lil D is a Fucking Legend!!!

[@gaminscotsman4141]

Lol posing roider alert!

[@tylanwalker8178]

That's a detective that's why

[@mikeramos4365]

Vlads best interviews whem he actually lets them talk 👍

[@ezyduzit32Y]

Yo. Lil D, I got a bit over a month taken off my last couple years. (Everyone at this particular prison got it at the time - Port Phillip Prison). Because we had Lock-Down for months over something we didn’t do!! A electrical fire in the facility. The securities company’s fault. Not ya prisoners. Anyways, hearing you talk about when you got your Clemency.... maaaaaaaan that gave me shivers!! Knocking those years off... I know how I felt getting a couple tiny months off. Your composure, you message, your story. None other. Love from Melbourne, Australia. You affecting far greater than you may realise. EZY DuZit

[@gwaluhsan]

Dropping knowledge on the Bay Area 💯

[@emmanuelcastillo5075]

Shut up 100

[@9nineinches287]

This is my favorite VLAD interview ever......... I enjoy this interview,, plus I am learning valuable information while I am on the clock here in Melrose Park Illinois USA...... Thank you so much.......

[@Dinosmart916]

Lil D is the real deal , I attended that party 🎉 , at the turf club, trying to meet D , when he got popped, made me leave the life , D saved me , I appreciate that dude

[@Moneymaytmt]

Watched this interview like 5 times already we need another Lil d interview! Good stuff Vlad

[@sinceremontega-bey5990]

NEED A MOVIE, FR

[@rabbk8842]

MY BROTHER MY BROTHER GODBLESS YOU ! Hearing your story made me cry an THANK GOD FOR YOUR FREEDOM!!! THANK YOU !

[@hooray718]

Top 10 Vlad interview. Wow. God Bless Lil D! Amazing Story.

[@benlafleche1166]

Jimmy Thomas Jr. the freeway ricky ross one is fire too

[@rocliggins5199]

Eddie Griffin is my favorite

[@turmoil4360]

Brilliant interview. The honesty is what makes it.

[@handsomeclark]

This was the best VladTV interview ever. That brother did a lot of years and never rolled on anyone. Respect due.

[@malikrashaun]

They don't make that cloth anymore. He took 35 years with no ratting. Made relationships with other turfs and was about peace. Quarter backing it all while in highschool

[@Darkstarmike24]

100

[@firenyce]

malikrashaun Real Talk. He had older heads in line just off the Respect. Even after Felix got killed. Nobody believed that a teenager was running the Bay, but he did.

[@Rangelong]

@Rico Savage Idk where you got Ghandi from lol.

[@DomCapoDM]

Oh the cloth is made. Only a few of us wear it.

[@mattsmith5253]

God Bless the Black Man