Symba drops bombshells on “Sway In The Morning,” exposing the drama behind his exit from Atlantic Records and the struggles of being boxed in as an artist during COVID. In this exclusive interview, Symba opens up about being pushed to create a sound that didn’t represent his authentic voice, the cultural disconnect with industry executives, and how he reclaimed his artistry. From Freestyle viral moments reposted by LeBron to being told “nobody cares after Monday,” Symba shares the harsh realities of the music industry.
He also celebrates the release of “Freaky Tales,” his big acting debut alongside Hollywood legends, and recounts his transformative journey to Ghana, where he provided laptops to underserved students, embracing his roots and uplifting communities. Plus, don’t miss his powerful freestyle and announcement of his first independent single, “Lonely,” dropping April 25th.
Catch Symba’s raw, unfiltered truth, his cultural pride for the Bay Area, and his plans to inspire the next generation of artists. Subscribe to Sway’s Universe for more exclusive interviews and insight into hip-hop, culture, and change. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation! #Symba #AtlanticRecords #FreakyTales #SwayInTheMorning #BayArea #HipHop
CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Intro
01:12 – Symba on His New Movie “Freaky Tales”
03:18 – Bay Area Recognition in Film
11:05 – Relationship with Will Smith
15:21 – Channeling Too $hort for the Role
22:26 – Transformative Conversations in Life
25:08 – Symba’s Aspirations as a Father
26:42 – Freestyle That Changed Everything
28:10 – Symba’s Journey to Africa
34:55 – No Vultures Podcast Discussion
37:05 – Insights on the Bay Area Hip-Hop Scene
38:57 – Importance of Experience in Music Industry
42:47 – Information in Retirement Homes
46:25 – Symba’s Son Aiden Joins the Show
49:20 – Rapsody’s Cultural Impact
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