LaRussell talks about collaborating with Lil Jon on their new album Something’s in the Water, LaRussell’s Roc Nation deal, the starting five rappers from the West Coast and more in a new interview for XXL’s Talk It Up podcast powered by DistroKid.
This interview was recorded prior to LaRussell releasing his song “Heaven Sent.”
0:00 – 1:45 Early Reactions to Something’s in the Water Album
1:45 – Working With Lil Jon on the Album
2:15 – How He Linked Up With Lil Jon
2:49 – Studio Process With Lil Jon
3:28 – Adding to the Legacy of Bay Area Hip-Hop
3:54 – Something’s in the Water Being a Branch on the Tree
4:16 – Celebrities like NBA Star Kyrie Irving Buying His Album for $11,000
4:32 Holds the Top 50 Records for Highest Digital Albums Sold
4:36 – Someone Bought His Album for $20,000
4:44 – Give Back to Community by Paying People’s Rents, Buying Their Groceries
4:52 – Calls His Album Rollout History in the Making
5:20 – Respect From Other Hip-Hop Peers
6:00 – Dealing With Internet Trolls
6:34 – Breaking Down His Roc Nation Deal
7:27 – Identifying the Next Moves He Makes in His Career
8:40 – What’s Next With Roc Nation
9:39 – Learning That His Voice Is More Important Than He Thought It Was
11:29 – Separating Himself From Negativity
12:29 – Stepping More Into His Self-Awareness
13:20 – Representing the West Coast
13:57 Starting Five Artists for the West Coast
14:22 – Rising Artists From the West Coast
14:52 – The 2026 Backyard Lineup
15:55 – Philanthropic Efforts for the Community
16:44 – Thoughts on Acting
17:29 – Guidance to Young Artists
17:48 – Celebrating With Lil Jon
18:30 – Plans for What’s Next
19:15 – Expect Nothing and Be Appreciative for What He’s Doing
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