Memphis Bleek on Jay Z, Roc-A-Fella, & Rapping at 16 | Still 400

In this episode, Memphis Bleek starts by talking about life now with his new podcast “Roc Solid”, then reflects on rapping at 16, getting his shot from Jay, and doing “Coming of Age” as everything started moving fast. Then he speaks on making records, albums, and how things were handled with money and contracts while he was learning. Lastly, he talks directly to the younger generation about choices, staying in your lane, and why being real is what lasts.

00:00 – Intro
02:50 – Life Right Now
03:45 – Jay Z Story
04:50 – Roc Nation
08:32 – Childhood
10:48 – Coming of Age
12:50 – Arrived Moment
16:30 – Brooklyn
17:24 – Albums
18:38 – Memorable Collab
22:35 – Recording
25:55 – Lessons from Jay Z
31:40 – Rich People
35:21 – New Orleans
36:20 – Baton Rouge
37:25 – 4 Songs
39:15 – Different Music
40:00 – Jay Z Verzuz
42:17 – Milli Vanilli
44:33 – Money or Dinner
45:15 – Artist Advice
46:32 – Past Self
50:17 – Betting on Yourself
53:55 – Regret
55:50 – Quick Questions
59:20 – Legacy
1:01:40 – Apology Segment
1:02:40 – Outro

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