May 21, 2019
Ice Cube opens up about the Big3, rap beefs and John Singleton
Rap legend, actor and now sports-media mogul Ice Cube joins Chris Haynes for a personal conversation about rap music, the film industry, sports and a 30-year career that spans all three.
First, Ice Cube opens up about the passing of director John Singleton (1:50) and later the loss of Nipsey Hussle (5:40) and the impacts they've made in both their industries and communities.
Afterwards, Ice Cube talks about his music career, leaving N.W.A. at the age of 21, working with Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg and his interactions with Suge Knight (8:30).
Chris asks Ice Cube about the formation of the Big3, the new stars its bringing in and the league's international aspirations (21:15).
Finally, Ice Cube gives some behind-the-scenes details on the making of 'Friday,' the casting of Chris Tucker as Smokey and his plans for a sequel (26:25).
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