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Ice-T Talks Street Life, Hip-Hop Legacy, and Realness on Drink Champs | Full Episode (Ep. 70)

N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this classic throwback episode we chop it up with the legendary, Ice-T! In this explosive Drink Champs episode, Ice-T, the O.G. of gangster rap and the mastermind behind Body Count, joins us for a deep dive into the game. From his grind in the streets to becoming a Hollywood heavyweight, Ice drops jewels on staying real and navigating the industry. He takes us back to the raw 80s and 90s, the realest eras, where gang culture shaped his lyrics, and rap was a way out for hustlers like him. Ice speaks on creating timeless tracks like Colors, his influence on gangster rap, and his infamous track Cop K*ller that shook the world. He talks about his transition from the hood to Hollywood, starring in iconic films like New Jack City, and the journey to becoming a regular on Law & Order: SVU. With classic Ice-T wit, he shares wild stories about pimpin', credit card scams, and how his army days shaped his discipline. The O.G. reflects on the evolution of hip-hop, from bars to beats, and praises legends like Dave Chappelle while staying true to his roots. This episode is a masterclass in longevity, hustle, and keeping it 100 in every era. Make some noise for Ice-T!! 💐💐💐🏆🏆🏆 Listen and subscribe at http://www.drinkchamps.com Timecodes: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:05:01 - Ice-T reflects on early hip-hop influences and street hustle 00:10:01 - The birth of gangster rap: Ice-T’s journey into music 00:15:01 - Discussing Colors and the impact of gang culture on his art 00:20:01 - From Cop K*ller to controversy: Pushing boundaries in music 00:25:01 - Transitioning to Hollywood: New Jack City and acting career beginnings 00:30:01 - Landing Law & Order: SVU and becoming a TV icon 00:35:01 - Ice’s military experience and how it shaped his mindset 00:40:01 - Reflecting on the evolution of hip-hop and the new wave 00:45:01 - Wild stories from Ice-T’s life: scams, pimpin’, and more 00:50:01 - Shouting out hip-hop legends and appreciating the culture 00:55:01 - Ice-T shares his thoughts on staying relevant in the game 01:00:01 - Breaking down his philosophy on loyalty and success 01:05:01 - A deep dive into the creation of Body Count and the metal scene 01:10:01 - Addressing misconceptions about his music and persona 01:15:01 - How Ice-T balances being a family man and a cultural icon 01:20:01 - Ice-T shares stories of his wildest industry moments 01:25:01 - Ice-T’s advice to young artists: navigating fame and staying authentic 01:30:01 - Reflecting on the future of music and his legacy 01:36:52 – Ice-T shares a story about New York Undercover and how it was inspired by New Jack City. 01:41:12 – Ice-T talks about his experience on SVU and how his career grew from there. 01:45:24 – Ice-T praises Dave Chappelle’s comedic genius, comparing him to Richard Pryor and Eddie Murphy. 01:50:08 – Ice-T discusses how his rap career was based on principles, and how he didn’t glamorize violence. 01:54:12 – Ice-T talks about the changing nature of music, comparing rap to disco, and the importance of production. 01:59:00 – Ice-T discusses the oversaturation of mixtapes and how content is becoming devalued. 02:03:59 – Ice-T talks about the loss of his friends and reflects on their legacies. 02:08:20 – Ice-T shares a story about Jam Master Jay, his authenticity, and their deep connection. 02:17:31 – Ice-T talks about the tensions in the rap game, including beef with Tupac Shakur and his eventual downfall. 02:21:45 – Ice-T discusses the importance of authenticity in hip-hop, especially regarding his "Cop K*ller" track. 02:25:41 – Ice-T talks about the responsibility that comes with being a role model and how rappers should present themselves. 02:29:07 – Ice-T reflects on how rap culture has evolved, and how people now have everything and nothing to brag about. 02:33:55 – Ice-T emphasizes the importance of reputation, respect, and legacy over money. Follow: Drink Champs http://www.drinkchamps.com   / drinkchamps     / drinkchamps     / drinkchamps   DJ EFN http://www.crazyhood.com   / whoscrazy     / djefn     / crazyhoodprod.  . N.O.R.E.   / therealnoreaga     / noreaga