In a sit down this week on “Sway’s Universe” show, Kurupt revealed that when he was at his lowest, Eminem and Dr. Dre stepped up to lift him up. He revealed the Em secretly paid for his trip to rehab to deal with a near-fatal alcohol addiction that caused seizures and led to a three-week medically induced coma.

In the interview, Kurupt and DJ Battlecat also discussed their long-standing partnership and the creation of their latest project, Tales from My Hood. Kurupt opens up about his transition from Philadelphia to becoming a pillar of the West Coast scene, while Battlecat shares his perspective on the maestro role he has played for icons like Snoop Dogg, Mac-10, and Xzibit.

The two also got real about the importance of maintaining wellness and the power of brotherhood in the rap game. They also touch on the future of the Dogg Pound Gangstaz and why the marathon always continues. Whether you are a fan of the classic Death Row era or looking for inspiration on overcoming adversity, this conversation is a must-watch.

 

 

Chapters
0:00 Intro and Welcoming the Legends
3:15 The Legacy of For the Culture
6:45 DJ Battlecat on the West Coast Resurgence
10:30 Kurupt and Battlecat Early Days
14:00 The History of The Good Life Cafe
17:15 Philly Roots and West Coast Identity
20:45 Collaborating with the God MC Rakim
24:30 How Kurupt Got His Name
28:00 Overcoming Health Challenges and Adversity
32:15 Support from Eminem and Dr. Dre
36:00 Staying Healthy and Sea Moss Benefits
39:30 Tales from My Hood and DPG Future
41:30 Hip Hop is Ageless and Outro