Charlotte’s own Fetty P Franklin sits down with HOT 97’s Mornings with Mero for a raw, hilarious, and real conversation about his come-up, his music, and the life he left behind.
Topics include:
Growing up in Charlotte and how the struggle shaped his storytelling
Wild stories about his crackhead uncle (yes, grenades and Nintendo were involved)
The “resourceful” crackhead era vs. the fentanyl epidemic
Recording The Frank Play Deluxe with platinum producer BandPlay in just two sessions
Touring with DaBaby and learning crowd control on his first-ever tour
The “Glenn Family Affair” — his uncles’ real-life bank robbery spree
Escaping the streets as a final wake-up call and going all-in on rap
His writing process, influences (Soulja Slim, Gucci Mane, Jeezy), and why he prefers recording in the studio with producers
Thoughts on internet culture, fake flexing, and staying authentic
The Kirk Franklin EP with DaBaby and plans for a sequel
What he looks for in a woman and staying grounded
A message to anyone contemplating leaving the streets: “Follow through.”
The Frank Play and The Frank Play Deluxe are out now. Stream wherever you listen.
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