J. Prince

Date: 2020-12-18 | Duration: 2h 48m

Episode Overview

J. Prince shares a candid reflection on his influential role in shaping Southern hip-hop, particularly his early involvement with the Geto Boys. He recounts how he helped bring Scarface into the group and supported the artists by ensuring discipline and studio attendance, emphasizing authenticity in rap as a reflection of real-life experiences. Prince discusses the challenges of managing solo artists with strong individual visions while fostering a collective identity that portrayed both the harsh realities and psychological impacts of life in the streets. The conversation shifts to Prince’s deep involvement in boxing, where he reveals his journey from music executive to managing elite fighters like Floyd Mayweather and Terrence Crawford. He offers insights into the sport’s intricacies, including the importance of work ethic, defense, and mental toughness. Prince also reflects on the difficulties of negotiating fights between champions and the unique atmosphere of boxing events without audiences. His admiration for fighters’ courage and discipline shines through as he shares stories from training camps and memorable bouts. Prince opens up about his personal battles with law enforcement and systemic challenges, describing attempts to undermine his career and the broader struggles faced by Black entrepreneurs and artists. He critiques the criminal justice system’s harshness and highlights the resilience required to overcome adversity. Throughout, Prince underscores the power of education, wisdom, and respect, themes he explores in his book, while advocating for upliftment and recognition of Southern culture and talent.

About J. Prince

J. Prince is the influential CEO of Rap-A-Lot Records, a pioneering label in the Southern hip-hop scene that has launched the careers of numerous iconic artists. As the author of *The Art & Science of Respect*, he shares his insights on leadership and personal integrity, further solidifying his status as a respected figure in both music and business. Beyond his contributions to the music industry, J. Prince is also the founder of The Loyalty Collection, a curated line of fine wines, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit and taste for luxury. Known for his powerful presence and commitment to authenticity, J. Prince continues to inspire through his multifaceted career and dedication to community.

Key Moments

– Hip Hop History
– Ghetto Boys
– Music Industry
– Boxing Management
– Fighter Development
– Combat Sports Strategy
– Vineyard Ownership
– Police Corruption
– Criminal Justice System
– Racial Profiling
– Personal Growth
– Universal Laws
– Career Challenges
– Athlete Promotion
– Fight Analysis
– MMA and Kickboxing
– Mentorship
– Respect and Legacy
– Documentary Impact
0:01:28 – J. Prince discusses recruiting Willie D to Ghetto Boys
0:04:57 – Authenticity in the rap game emphasized
0:06:39 – Ghetto Boys' music reflects psychological effects of street life
0:08:46 – J. Prince's hands-on role in Ghetto Boys' studio sessions
0:11:29 – Challenges of managing solo artists within a group
0:16:15 – Transition from music to boxing management
0:18:19 – Introduction to Floyd Mayweather and early impressions
0:20:06 – Observations on fighters' work ethic including Andre Ward
0:24:42 – Comparing craziness of music industry to boxing
0:26:05 – J. Prince's involvement in vineyard ownership
0:29:19 – Due diligence on Diego Corrales before signing
0:36:37 – Discussion on courage and heart in fighters
0:39:14 – Maidana's challenge in first fight analyzed
0:41:57 – Andre Ward's career and achievements highlighted
0:45:39 – Reflection on Conor McGregor fight excitement
0:50:18 – J. Prince's passion for managing fighters
0:51:53 – Terrence Crawford described as a stone cold killer
0:55:46 – Difficulties in arranging champion vs champion fights
0:57:59 – Impact of fights held without live audiences
1:01:19 – Tyson Fury's knockout of Ortiz discussed
1:06:08 – Hopkins rematch speed comparison to Floyd Mayweather
1:08:11 – Tarver's boxing skills praised
1:12:19 – Muhammad Ali's influence on boxing interest
1:16:51 – Brutal fight stopped by Richard Steele recalled
1:19:25 – Gerald's fighting prowess in Las Vegas
1:24:51 – Signing of female fighter with PFL
1:27:31 – Christy Martin's rise through undercards
1:28:46 – Khabib's discipline and undefeated record
1:33:30 – J. Prince's motivation to share life lessons
1:38:45 – Studio work and quality control in music production
1:39:26 – Major staff changes after reading influential book
1:43:34 – Federal attempts to take J. Prince down
1:50:40 – Being set up by law enforcement explained
2:02:10 – Feds' tactics involving planted evidence
2:04:15 – Impact of the justice system on lives destroyed
2:09:58 – Discussion on police involvement in conspiracy
2:24:14 – Promotion of J. Prince's book 'The Art and Science of Respect'

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 the joe rogan experience train by day joe rogan podcast by night all day Starting point is 00:00:52 Yeah, so we got a lot of shit here, man. Starting point is 00:01:28 Willie D was on here, and he explained the whole story to us, that you're the one who talked him into being into the Ghetto Boys. Starting point is 00:02:11 And I realized that we're from the South and we just had different stories. Starting point is 00:02:42 We came with ghetto stories. Starting point is 00:03:09 You know? Starting point is 00:03:31 you know everybody that didn't have a voice you know a lot of the things such as the mind Starting point is 00:04:21 time you know i was hustling a different way and I didn't want my brother in the streets. Starting point is 00:04:57 you can't fake it in the rap game it's one of the the rare genres of music that has so many people that are both in and out of that world. Starting point is 00:05:39 is such an immense part of the rap world. Starting point is 00:06:07 When the Ghetto Boys came about, which was like late 80s, Starting point is 00:06:39 And in the case of the Ghetto Boys, show the pros and the cons and show the psychological effects of that life. Starting point is 00:07:25 and then how did you get a part of the Ghetto Boys? Starting point is 00:07:55 And I basically took Scarface with me that night. Starting point is 00:08:46 You know, I drove and picked them up every day to make sure they showed up in the studio. Starting point is 00:09:26 going to school, they come here every day practicing and, you know, I tell everybody Starting point is 00:10:11 in my DNA to a certain extent I'd like that phrase more is caught than taught Starting point is 00:11:03 but he didn't wasn't tight with them, right? Starting point is 00:11:29 You know, it was somewhat difficult because everybody was solo artists and everybody wanted to do their own thing. Starting point is 00:12:16 And Scarface as well. Starting point is 00:12:41 How di...

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