Join Big Loon and Trap Lore Ross as they delve into a thought-provoking discussion about Ross's content creation and his fascination with rapper King Von's music and lyrics. In this captivating conversation, Ross shares his journey from a small, predominantly white town to becoming a popular YouTube creator analyzing hip-hop history and stories.
Ross admits to becoming obsessed with King Von's lyrics about violence and killing, even after Von's team threatened to take down his channel for covering Von's alleged domestic abuse case. As Von's fame grew, Ross was intrigued by his continued lyrics about having "seven bodies" and shooting women, leading him to create a controversial 3.5-hour video examining Von's lyrics and labeling him a "serial killer."
Big Loon challenges Ross's understanding of black culture and the criminal elements he seems fascinated by, suggesting Ross is glorifying aspects he doesn't fully comprehend. Ross defends his interest as stemming from the artistry and storytelling in the music, giving him a "window" into environments he didn't experience.
The conversation delves into the evolution of hip-hop genres like drill music and their influences, with Ross arguing that while he didn't grow up in those environments, listening to rappers like Jay-Z and King Von paint vivid pictures through their lyrics, allowing him to gain some understanding of their struggles and lifestyles.
0:00 - Introduction
0:39 - Exaggeration in Hip Hop Culture
5:15 - Infatuation with Hip Hop
7:43 - Guest Introduction: Trap Lore Ross
9:15 - Upbringing and Hip Hop Obsession
13:25 - Understanding Black Culture
17:55 - Jay Z vs. King Von
23:02 - The Appeal of Hip Hop
25:00 - Discovering Hip Hop
29:05 - The Evolution of Hip Hop Genres
32:14 - King Von's Music and Impact
37:25 - The King Von Documentary
41:14 - Obsessions and Understanding Hip Hop
44:21 - Criminal Elements in Hip Hop
49:57 - King Von's Image and Reality
54:14 - Jay Z and King Von's Similarities
58:00 - The Nature of Hip Hop Storytelling
1:00:04 - Differences in Music and Background
1:02:40 - King Von's Influence on Drill Music
1:04:42 - The Nature of Violence in Music
1:07:10 - UK Drill and Its Influence
1:09:15 - Naming King Von a Serial Killer
1:13:14 - Dismissing King Von's Lyrics as Exaggeration
1:17:32 - The Impact of Exaggeration in Hip Hop
1:19:12 - King Von's Reality vs. Perception
1:21:42 - The Problem with Hip Hop's Exaggeration
1:23:40 - Lying and Exaggeration in Online Personas
1:26:58 - The Impact of King Von's Words
1:29:56 - Personal Principles and Online Presence
1:31:14 - The Nature of Online Exaggeration
1:34:42 - The Difficulty of Distinguishing Reality
1:37:25 - A Different Perspective on King Von
1:39:15 - The Impact of the Rap Industry
1:41:16 - The Perception of King Von
1:44:21 - Understanding the Culture's Nuances
1:47:10 - Changing Circumstances and Priorities
1:49:58 - Concluding Thoughts
1:51:45 - Introduction: Discussion on "snitching" and its impact on the hip-hop community
1:53:32 - The Complexities of Snitching and the Need for a Culture Shift
1:56:23 - Reporting on Hip-Hop Culture from a Distance
1:58:00 - 1090 Jake's Reporting Style
2:00:16 - Risks of Reporting on Local Stories
2:02:20 - Researching NBA Youngboy's Lyrics
2:04:16 - Challenges of Verifying Information
2:05:56 - Differences in Researching NBA Youngboy and King Von
2:08:44 - Impact of Social Media Posts on Legal Cases
2:11:14 - The Joe Budden Podcast and Engaging Content
2:14:59 - Comparison of Hip-Hop Media Personalities
2:21:17 - Creating In-Depth Documentaries
2:23:54 - Finding Your Unique Angle in Hip-Hop Research
2:26:10 - Business Aspects of Podcasting
2:29:27 - Dedication and Time Required for Research
2:32:58 - Balancing Obsession with Business Acumen
2:36:55 - Enjoying Hip-Hop Stories and Maintaining Objectivity
2:41:04 - Crafting Scripts and Teleprompter Impact
2:43:43 - Responding to NBA Youngboy's Reaction
2:45:59 - Media's Role in Shaping Public Perception
2:51:04 - Presenting Complex Hip-Hop Stories
2:52:57 - Content Creators' Impact on Investigations
2:56:59 - Self-Incrimination in Hip-Hop Culture
3:01:16 - Law Enforcement's Understanding of Hip-Hop
3:03:53 - Highlighting Positive Role Models
3:07:06 - Reflecting on Hip-Hop Media
3:09:44 - Financial Stability and Content Creation
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