Exclusive: SiR's Battle with Addiction & His Musical Awakening 🎤✨

Dive deep into the soul-stirring journey of SiR in "SiR's Raw Comeback: From Addiction Hell to Hip-Hop Heaven" 🚀 right here on Sway's Universe. Witness an exclusive and emotional conversation where this hip-hop artist from Inglewood, California, opens up about his battle with addiction, the road to rehab, and how he emerged stronger, ready to take on the music world with his new album. This unprecedented interview sheds light on the darker sides of fame and how Sir turned his life around, making it a must-watch for fans and music enthusiasts alike.
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CHAPTERS:
0:00 - SiR Sobriety Journey
1:10 - Importance of Commitment
3:04 - SiR Sobriety Realization
5:02 - Support from SiR's Wife
7:19 - Sobriety Impact on Music
10:38 - Battling Addiction Insights
13:41 - Understanding Karma
18:53 - SiR Freestyle Session
19:20 - “Again & Again” Discussion
20:27 - Influence of Popularity
22:15 - SiR Final Thoughts
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[@larondarenea]

I remember in November of 2021 he did a set at the DNV festival. He said it was his first performance in like 1-2 years or something. At the end of his set he broke down. On the floor & just cried. I knew then he was going through it & I just cheered for him & cried. I’m sooooo glad he’s in a better place. He’s been a favorite of mine for years

[@YWiggy5]

Omg yes I was there! I forgot all about that!! I’m so glad he’s doing better! He looks good! He looks healthy!

[@Queenbrilight275]

I was there too ! Very touching

[@ess.1020]

That’s a dope memory thanks for sharing ❤

[@skyewashington8311]

Yes!! I was there. It was deep. I’m so glad he’s better

[@Diggels_and_More]

I remember that. I felt that.

[@omarribeck6232]

I met SiR at the gym after having his albums on repeat .. Couldn’t have been more grateful to have had the conversation we had. Great dude, him and D Smoke!

[@rahkemmcnulty7147]

Shout out to you Sir. Chasing summer was a classic. can’t wait to hear the new album

[@carlwillis4962]

That album got me through a breakup and a slew of situationships afterwards lol

[@Sammy2screws]

I'm 1 year and 3 months sober too! The album is fire! One love!

[@deeliciousplum]

There is an incredible amount of humanity/humility in tackling any addiction and then in refocusing on reconnecting with communicating with one's family, friends, community, and the general public. SiR is displaying their empowering humility and humanity in this interview. 🌺

[@RaeDee1111]

Yes 👏🏽 ❤

[@JordanKalaka]

Beyond SiR being one of my favorite artists, this interview is so good to see. Humans interacting and communicating honestly and openly without overstepping. I love this.

[@willjones9214]

Dopamine choking me. Focusing hopelessly. What am I, an addict? How tragic. I've had it, relapsing is taxing, detaching, retracting, acting sporadically. What am I, an addict? But not in vain. My pain remains a strain on purpose. Truth has surfaced. I'm built for this. Humility crippled my arrogance. My choices polluted the narrative. Addiction threatened my vision. But now I see. Victory! I'm free!

[@ibrahimeltayeb7902]

song?

[@RaeDee1111]

I wish all the strength, peace, and abundant energy to SiR and his family. And shout out to his WIFE!!! It is not easy loving someone through an addiction especially when you're a first time mother.

[@ball1106c]

REAL TALK! She needs her flowers. Here you go Kelly. I salute you girl.

[@jordanjohnson345]

This was beautiful as hell. Spoken like a free man fighting to keep his freedom.

[@miaroetherford8463]

He ain’t lying about not catering to the ladies. I’m usually low key triggered listening to the lyrics 😮‍💨 but I love it so I keep going lol!

[@jrowewilliams98]

Right!!! I be singing my a** off while simultaneously thinking ole cheating mf. 🤣🤣🤣

[@ocularrecords]

@@jrowewilliams98 🤣

[@ball1106c]

I've been a fan since seven sundays. I've always thought this Man to be GENUINE. But this interview hit different. When he said "I had to totally submit myself to God", then "totally re-sumbit myself to my relationship and my woman" MY HEART just LEAPED. 😍❣❣❣ So proud of him for overcoming, pushing through, and conquering. FAN 4 LIIIIIIFFFFEEEE!

[@DeuceDeadly74]

This interview was everything. SiR I wish you well on your sobriety. Thank you for your vulnerability. So many ppl needed to hear that message. Sway and crew, thank you for all that you do for the culture.

[@camvalles123]

Hearing about his struggles with Addiction, Life and Fame is really amazing! As someone whose been in that kinda mind frame; you really have to drag yourself out and stand on it. Ive been sober 10 years strong; no cravings or temptation. This was a great interview; very insightful and entertaining! Inglewood in the Mothafuckin Casa! 😂🤘

[@Zeromotion_]

Congrats on 10 years bro, and thanks for the hope today. Im 33 days into my journey today

[@mrkey500]

what was he on?

[@CheifR0cka]

What an inspirational interview. I disagree with him only about not naming his drug of choice only bc things have the power we give them, and not naming it is giving it power, imo. We need to destigmatize drug addiction. If we do, people won't be in the position that he was in where they were embarrassed/ashamed to tell a loved one about your problem. But with all that said, this is an awesome interview. I was addicted to pills, then heroin, from when I was 16 until about 9 months ago. And I've never been better. So I like to see big names like him talking about their struggles. Good shit.

[@cooIfooI]

keep keeping on bro❕you’re on it

[@franktruth6322]

💪🏾🙏🏾👍🏾🙏🏾🫡 stay up homie! Stay busy… idle mind + boredom leads to bad things. You got this.

[@lola_dane]

I totally agree. I think there is power in admitting what it is because it shows others they can break free too and can change lives.

[@YWiggy5]

Thanks so much for sharing. Sending you much love on your journey! ❤

[@Queenbrilight275]

I agree but I think it’s also a defense mechanism due to him being a public figure people tend to use a persons DOC as a poking point

[@TrishaLynnSpins]

Wow, the depth I wasn’t expecting. So much more respect and love for this man. What an amazing musician! Definitely don’t sleep on Seven Sundays and Her Too!

[@Itstmera]

Shoutout to the fans that discovered SIR in the pandemic (specifically 2021) that's watching him explode before our very eyes!

[@niajohnson3614]

I love, Sir. That's it. That's the post.

[@lexilove278911]

Thanks for sharing Sir! Love and light to you and your family!

[@Oshea951]

🖤

[@Blemished_Babe]

I’ve been thoroughly enjoying HEAVY. 🔥

[@HeeeyJosiee]

This humility, humanity, and willingness to share something so intimate is thought-provoking. The best kind of influence!

[@KingQuayus]

That’s my favorite R&B artist . I gotta work with em before it’s all over .

[@faitimaJ1S]

May you be protected from all things that do not serve your highest and greatest good. Peace and Love💜

[@diamonddoll5749]

His music is 🔥🔥

[@Oshea951]

On Me

[@treemarie3080]

Wow hearing one of my favorite artists talk about addiction struggles and the benefits of sobriety is so incredibly inspiring! I recently started my sober journey (day 33!) and watching this just pushes me to keep going. Also his new album is FIREEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!! Thanks for this interview - it truly makes an impact 💚

[@mrs.parker663]

I’m love Sway interviews ♥️ So glad to see SiR doing better.

[@ghettohippie22]

Man i already loved SiR so much, his presence his music his voice. Knowing he's in Recovery just puts the topping on ut because yesssss!!!! Speak your truth, show more young people they don't have to be under the influence to be great

[@lynwilson9259]

Incredible brotha! Can't wait for the album, tour, etc. Continued success his way!!

[@jeanetteanderson3030]

I heard this song " You" tonight on Jimmy Kimmel Show. Sir is the truth I have repeated this song so many times tonight. Love this piece. My first time hearing this. His honesty, openess about his addiction. I 👏 him. I'm recovering myself 26 yrs. Keep doing what you doing. May GOD bless you 🙏

[@antoniastfu]

So underrated. Love me some SiR! 🩵

[@zaratani]

This guy bouncing back looking freshhhh. How good!!! You look great dude mad shout to SiR love your work

[@RahYisrael99]

Im glad to see SiR doing well. He was on a dj set with other artists, and he looked like he was on something bad. God is good.

[@WeAdept_A1-101]

"Again and again" ayyyeeee 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@WeAdept_A1-101]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@tanishiadungy9890]

I love it when artists interview and tell us their true stories it connects us more to the artist. 2021 was a hard year for everyone, I unbeknownst to me, became addicted to fentanyl. Instead of dying I got an autoimmune disorder (NMOSD).... 2021 was the year of the awakening. Especially if you were on a substance, a lot of people either died that year or were reborn. 💯💖🙏🏾 I was blessed. If you made it through that era you are too. 💯

[@TheeKOQ]

This interview was church!

[@flylima]

Been a fan of his music for years but this my first time I hear this dude speaking in an interview and I gotta say dude really got the swag and the charisma of an artist, dope to know he was able to overcome his demons and keep on doing his thing

[@peytonkinney]

SiR, i saw you back in like 2018 at hershey park on the TDE tour during kendricks damn and you performed W$ Boi during your set, i fell in love with you as an artist during that performace and have listened to you ever since. Your new music is sounding amazing - CANT WAIT for the new album its only up from here ❤

[@bigp40]

SIR MY FAV R&B Artist at the moment!! New shit sounding FIREEEE

[@lavishborn2860]

I loveeee sirrrrrrrr❤❤❤❤❤❤ amazing artist amazing person i wish him all the peace in the world and safe navigation through his sobriety . 😊

[@MJlives4music]

So underrated!! So glad I came across this mans music in 2016!

[@stanthaman33]

This man right here is the realest person to touch a microphone…music aside… just the personality and openness.. bless this man.. and thank you for your godhead .

[@aichaaubrey5839]

This was such a beautiful interview about just being human and getting through. There’s so much spirituality in this

[@Kayerickawall40]

I have always loved this King. Especially, when he put Charlamagne in his place for disrespecting his name. 😅 Continued blessings SiR to you and the family ❤ Thank you ❤Sway .

[@everythingkey2win]

Glad you're well Sir

[@emberash1943]

I just saw SiR on Jimmy Kimmel singing: YOU and I'm stuck on it💯 this album sounds so mature & refined; it's FIRE🔥 Congrats on ur better health👌

[@nitrawilliams7108]

Loved this interview blessing to you Sir❤

[@britneyn9469]

I really felt some type of way and had to wipe my eyes so many mixed emotions but most of all my heart was touched ❤

[@enicole101]

Amazing! I love this guy and can’t wait for the new music. I had no idea he was struggling with addiction but grateful that he is doing well 🙌🏿❤️🙌🏿

[@seppanton9730]

Thanks for this SiR Thanks for this Sway and Team

[@nikolaichernukho4692]

It's amazing how strong his personality and musical figure is. I'm a simple guy from another part of the globe (Belarus), and there is a few days go by in my life without his music. Such musical taste, lyrics, everything hooks me right into my heart. I guess it's really true, the more connected you are to God, whoever he is, the more people your music touches. Even now, when I watch this interview, my soul is glowing. Love you SiR!

[@RRW-pd6jv]

Nothing Even Matters: GOT ME THROUGH some...... Thank you for this part of your back story ❤️ Big Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@732kev]

I always appreciate when artists are vulnerable and very open with their fan base when they never have to be doing any of that. Looking forward to the album dropping next week

[@mad.is.on13]

so happy for you SiR, cant wait to see you in July !!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@natalieclarke-white4758]

PROUD of you SIR... addiction is never easy. Manners and Respect

[@authenticdreams]

Raw and open and the love he has for his wife was more important is everything.. thats what attracted the music rhe healing

[@officialrakai5845]

I appreciate artists like Sir because he’s so transparent and honest 💯💯💯

[@angelaf9701]

Glad you are back . You look great.

[@rellj8611]

This dude album about to be a spring time soundtrack.

[@daniellamonae7764]

Such a refreshing conversation ❤

[@MsNica1983]

I’m so happy for your healing SIR. Keep thriving ❤

[@ShiRocksToTheSound]

I love SiR and his music, he's such a light. God bless him and his family on his journey!

[@brandonvisioneri5730]

Congratulations SiR 🤞🏾 blessings looking forward to this new project

[@user-cs1pv7yw2c]

I love you SIR....❤

[@EricAndrew4]

Dude, your words here, even more than your music which is nuts, are such a blessing for me. You have no clue, well maybe you do. Man thank you.

[@maescreativespace444]

No evil is my favorite song rn

[@lexybaebae]

wow this was amazing, cant wait to hear which songs i'll be adding to my playlist!

[@alisonstjulien1259]

Good job Sir👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽Blessings

[@thecoreelementsmoto]

I got a lot from this. Been a big fan of SiR for a long time. Soo deep

[@rubinaali65]

This interview just impacted my entire life THANK YOU SIR

[@MikeDecamp-rl9dq]

I loved this interview so much. I been follwoing Sir for a few years and he has became one of my top 10. His music is so powerful and im glad to be a part of this experience.

[@alexistaylor8722]

yea, I needed this

[@karenemerson4603]

I am so glad to see anyone win their battle of addiction. Sir, I feel the best is yet to come for you. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@whatshesaid23]

Beautiful man. Inside and out 🙏

[@doreeb6314]

Yay, Sir!!!❤

[@k-dot8903]

I’m so happy for him 🥹

[@fearlesslycurly]

This was a great interview and I appreciate his openness 🙏🏾🤎🤎

[@richardjohnson6018]

Thank you Sway

[@theoceantunnel]

John Redcorn 💯🔥💪🤞

[@0330abarrett]

One of my Favs!! 🔥

[@mrb3103]

Yes SiR!

[@lakieagreen4304]

Congratulations Sir! May God Continue To Heal, Bliss And Guide You, Your Wife And Your Family ! Amen Ase’ 🤲🏽❤️✨

[@kpcreatively]

I enjoyed this interview so much. Sways energy allows them to open up so candidly. They feel safe with him. Thanks for sharing your journey SiR 🫶🏽 huge fan

[@ARagland]

I love SiR down! Been bumpin' more of him lately. Such a vibe ❤ But SWAY... we go wayyyyy back. So blessed to still have him as well. This is the kind of healing we need. ❤❤ LOVED this interview ❤

[@kendellhadley693]

Sir is the last artist I would think to do drugs fr doe💯

[@LukaBrazy.]

POWER TO THE BROTHER SIR, POWER TO THE TDE CREW.

[@brandonleehenry6393]

Simply beautiful 🖤

[@ted.25blu57]

Love Sir, think he's the pen in r&b rn. Shook off addictions myself

[@MellyLutherking214]

My favorite r&b artist

[@SLUMP317]

I love this dude man his voice and style is dope

[@placebosyndrome]

powerful interview!

[@Abundantlyreceiving]

Thank you Sir

[@JourneysInCali]

Ty for your share 🙋🏽‍♀️..... I love speaker meetings.

[@syckindahead]

I appreciate SiR sharing that bc we been waiting on the album.🎶Glad it's coming out!! 1 year and 3 months👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 #Godforcedhishand #toughconvos #grace🙌🏾

[@cooIfooI]

amazing…thank you for sharing

[@heyymspaaaarker100]

This was such a good interview 🫶🏾🤎🔥

[@ramblingrahema2125]

Bless Bless to SiR

[@bencromwell707]

Sir In A Word #Dope #GreatInterview

[@nuffsaid3798]

He is an artist

[@zionelias6404]

This interview is so freeing ❤

[@VladShpiro]

Blasting "Karma" daily since release, hits all the right spots

[@lawestphilly]

This man music is fire 🔥

[@garyleggs-nx1yq]

I'm tired of hearing artist battle with addiction and anxiety famous celebrity and it's hard to deal with always keep the most high

[@K12127]

Hate to break it to you but most artists are troubled and broken people. That’s what they harness to create there art

[@stanthaman33]

If you hate hearing it don’t listen. You must be a sober horse and soooo strong mentally…. Everyone has walks in life and even keeping the most high you still lose your way. Instead of saying good job another brother fighting the fight .. you speak of your tiredness .

[@joegurt2957]

Who cares what u think