All The Smoke Too $hort & Symba’s HILARIOUS Rap Stories, HEATED over LeBron Vs Steph & Stak Doubted Curry??
May 8, 2025
Too $hort, a legendary rapper and actor known for his role in 'Freaky Tales,' joins storytelling maestro Symba for some hilarious and insightful chats. They dive into Too $hort's transition from acting in 'Menace II Society' to filmmaking, share wild studio tales, and discuss the evolving rap landscape. Tensions rise during a fiery debate over Steph Curry's legacy versus LeBron James, drawing on their own experiences in the game. Nostalgia fills the air as they reminisce about hip-hop's golden era and reflect on the Bay Area's cultural impact.
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The Grind of Promotion
- Too $hort shares the harsh realities of music and film promotion, highlighting the unpaid grind and long hours.
- He describes early mornings and long drives as part of the job despite preferring not to travel for free.
Too $hort's Menace II Society Role
- Too $hort recounts his acting role as Lou Loke in Menace II Society from 1991.
- He remembers iconic scenes and challenges during shooting, including conflict on set and burned ribs in a scene.
Bay Area Hip Hop Roots
- Too $hort explains Bay Area hip hop roots in P-Funk and Parliament influences mixed with heavy bass and talk-heavy lyrics.
- He identifies "shit talking" as the defining regional style that influenced future Bay rappers like E-40 and Mac Dre.
