How I Built This with Guy Raz Logic: Logic & Chris Zarou (2018)
Aug 16, 2021
Join rapper Logic, known for his positivity and mental health advocacy, and his savvy manager Chris Zarou, who turned his passion for music into a remarkable career. They discuss the challenges of breaking into the industry, including the struggles they faced from a humble start and how free music and social media helped build Logic’s brand. Hear about their unique partnership, pivotal moments like signing with Def Jam, and the importance of mental health in creativity, all while navigating the chaotic world of early touring.
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Logic's Childhood
- Logic was born out of wedlock and named Sir Robert Bryson Hall II by his mother.
- His parents were never married, and his father was largely absent due to crack cocaine addiction.
Difficult Upbringing
- Logic's mother, troubled by past trauma, struggled with addiction and was not a positive influence.
- He grew up in Section 8 housing, experiencing poverty and emotional neglect.
Early Exposure to Addiction
- Logic witnessed his father's addiction firsthand and attended AA meetings throughout his childhood.
- He was exposed to drugs and unstable environments at a young age, including being left in a car while his father used drugs.
