

262: Tip "T.I." Harris | ExpediTIously Expressive
Oct 10, 2019
Tip "T.I." Harris, a multi-talented rapper and entrepreneur, discusses his remarkable journey from street hustler to music icon. He candidly shares why he turned from a life of crime to one of artistic expression, driven by fatherhood. T.I. reveals insider secrets about creating music while incarcerated and navigates the balance between material success and meaningful relationships. He also reflects on his responsibilities as a role model, intertwining humor and heartfelt anecdotes about family, community uplift, and the complexities of fame.
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From Candy to Crack
- T.I. talks about his troubled youth and how he went from selling candy to selling crack.
- He highlights the influence of his environment and the limited opportunities available to him.
Early Aspirations
- T.I. reveals that becoming a musician was always his plan, even during his time as a drug dealer.
- He used drug dealing as a means to an end, hoping it would fund his music career.
Business Acumen
- Starting as a young candy entrepreneur, T.I. learned business principles early on.
- He transitioned to selling crack after witnessing the high profit margins.