A day after fierce rain, we embarked on a mission: Project Interview Rappers. The task ahead seemed simple, arrive at Broad and Washington at 2:00pm, interview three rappers, get in; get out, like an O.G. classic. Why would I ever think it would be that simple?
So after getting a little turned around in my own city, 2:00pm turned into 2:45pm. Rode clear past Washington Avenue when I realized there was no way Washington was near the stadiums. Getting that entire thing straight was stressful with the impending lateness. But at least I found a spot right down the street from the interview site.
Entering the gates I was relieved to see my contact for the interview as well as one of the subjects right at the front. Mr. Can’t stop, won’t stop, greeted us with warm smiles. The contact told my counterpart and I to grab VIP passes so we could move all about. And things were looking up.
We hustled around to find a somewhat quiet place. After waiting patiently for our turn after more prominent media, we were able to interview Can’t stop, won’t stop. He was personable, gave good answers. We laughed and joked. Talked about the new albums coming out. Exchanged hugs at the end. All we had to do was find the other two subjects, who were nowhere to be found.
After standing around in the beaming sun, waiting for the others to arrive. We realized that we had VIP passes and should see what was going on in those parts. That’s where we ran into Super Producers, Budding Star, and you guessed it, Mr. Highway and The Truth. But no sooner than we went over to them, they were whisked away to do their part in this community event.
Three hours later we were able to interview Highway and The Truth. While The Truth had good answers and charisma, it was a little hard for him to stay focused. And when we were just finishing up, Highway arrived. Annoyed, tired, and dreading speaking to us, qualities similar to what we were feeling at that exact point. So we received mediocre rehearsed answers that probably won’t even make the story. But I got a pretty good tan waiting.
