The conversation revolves around a collaboration between sneaker designer Just Blaze and the rapper T.I., also known as the Rubber Band Man. They are creating a custom pair of shoes, specifically a high-top Air Jordan 3, to honor T.I.'s style and influence in the music industry. The pair discuss the importance of their collaboration and the significance of the Air Jordan 3 as T.I.'s favorite sneaker.
T.I. shares his journey from street hustling to becoming one of the most influential figures in hip-hop. He talks about the struggles he faced and how they shaped his music and career. He also mentions the impact of his music on his fans and how it helps them relate to their own experiences.
The designer and T.I. also discuss the process of creating the shoes, from the initial concept to the final product. They use details and intricate designs to create a pair of shoes that reflect T.I.'s style and personality. T.I. is impressed with the final result and appreciates the designers' efforts.
In conclusion, the conversation highlights the creative process behind the custom shoes and the respect and admiration T.I. has for the designers' work. The shoes serve as a testament to T.I.'s musical journey and his enduring influence in the hip-hop community.
1. The speaker is discussing a collaboration with the sneaker designer to the Stars, Katty Customs, and the artist Rubber Band Man, who is also a label head.
2. The goal of the collaboration is to create a pair of kicks that will impress the artist, T.I., also known as the King of the South.
3. The shoe being created is a custom version of the iconic Air Jordan 3, a favorite sneaker of T.I.'s.
4. T.I. is a fan of the song "Paper Trail," and the album "King" from his discography.
5. The shoe design is inspired by T.I.'s music and his life story, with the aim to make it relatable to listeners.
6. T.I. has a unique talent for doing intros to songs and interludes, which he learned from his years of street hustling.
7. The rubber band represents the struggle and perseverance in T.I.'s life and career.
8. T.I. was introduced to Atlantic Records by his lawyer and mentor, Jonathan Leonard, and his manager, My Karen.
9. T.I. was on probation for his first drug charge in 1998 and was working a job at the airport while trying to do right.
10. T.I. was introduced to Patchwork Studio by his cousin's friend, Jason Jeter, who was an intern at the studio.
11. T.I.'s performance at Patchwork Studio impressed everyone in the room, including the A&R representative for Usher, KP.
12. T.I. was offered a deal by Face Records, a subsidiary of Sony, and was invited to the Source Awards in Los Angeles to perform with Outkast, Goodie Mob, and YoungBloodZ.
13. T.I. used his earnings from selling drugs to fund his trip to Los Angeles for the Source Awards.