Sway In The Morning sits down with Oakland’s greatest hip-hop icon, Too Short. From his groundbreaking independent hustle to his influence on generations of artists like Snoop Dogg, UGK, and OutKast, Too Short breaks down his journey in the music industry. Watch as he shares untold stories, reflects on Oakland’s rich contribution to hip-hop culture, and discusses his latest project, “Sir Too Short Volume 1: Freaky Tales.”

 

 

Plus, hear about his collaboration with Ryan Coogler for the upcoming “Freaky Tales” movie, his enduring impact on the Bay Area sound, and why staying independent is more important than ever in today’s industry. This is a must-watch for fans of hip-hop, Oakland history, and anyone inspired by entrepreneurial success.

CHAPTERS:
00:54 – Too Short’s New Album
03:51 – Too Short’s Fast-Paced Career
06:58 – Oakland’s Contribution to Hip Hop
09:05 – Early Bay Area Hip-Hop Scene
13:25 – San Francisco’s Hip-Hop History
16:58 – Connection Between Too Short and E-40
20:10 – Relationship With Pimp C
22:00 – Ubiquity in the Music Scene
24:34 – Too $hort’s Longevity in Hip-Hop
26:52 – Coping With Loss: Losing Your Brother
32:07 – Freaky Tales: The Movie Insights
34:44 – Celebrating Oakland Legends
39:18 – Don’t Stop Rappin: A Message
40:09 – Sway’s Unique Style in Hip-Hop
41:04 – Lord Sear’s Influence
44:36 – Final Words and Reflections