CL Smooth speaks about the beef with Pete Rock 

This beef between CL Smooth & Pete Rock has to end at some point. Us fans have waited 24 years for a new PR & CL album.

These brothas need to....straighten it out! daaaa daaaa... straighten it out! daaa daaaa

If Rock don’t want to get it together right now. Get with 9th Wonder, Premier, & Diamond D.. make about 40 songs & pick at least 14 bangers. & you back on the map.

CL go get Qtip, Extra P and 9th Wonder make the new age classic that we need bruh

The Makings Of An Unsung Episode .. Word!!!

CL has a very positive vibe and aura about himself when he speaks. I'm wishing this Brotha much success!

Truth be told, they bring the best out of each other! I'm sure C.L. could rap on any other producer's beats, but there is something about PR's beats that creates magic with CL.

I would like to here Pete rocks version of the story. There’s always two sides.

First of all I Appreciate you taking the time to listen and comment. Please listen to the full interview the link is in the description. The question that we asked CL was how come we.are not getting a 3rd album and that’s how he responded. We are in no way trying to promote beef or insight any problems but he had a captivating answer and these words came out of his mouth and it’s our responsibility to put that out for the public. We love CL and Pete Rock l. Thanks again for listening. Please hit subscribe it would help greatly

CL, don't wait around for pete. just do exactly what rakim did. tour the world and perform all the songs that made you famous. you don't need pete rock for that. also, American Me was a fantastic Lp.

MAN, GET WITH PREMIER AND CALL IT A DAY

Pete was definitely at his best when he was with CL Smooth! I'm with CL on this! I truly believe Pete Rock is the catalyst on why there will probably never be another album! Great hip hop producer, definitely put a whole bunch of hip hop classics out there! But as a person his attitude sucks! Met him on one of his tours! Asked him to sign my Troy vinyl! Dude was like I'm not a machine, On the Pete and CL tour, dude didn't even come out to greet the fans. CL on the other hand was very down to earth, signed two of my records and always pleasant to fans! I've also noticed Pete on social media getting into arguments with people! Got into a gripe with Lupe Fiasco over the a Troy sample hip hop track that he agreed to let him do? I also remember him getting his lawyers to shut down a Pete Rock fan site and his beef with BBE records! Yeah definitely thinks hes the problem child in this!

a huge shout out to those who still listens to their music in 2018...i grew up on this type of thing. my greatest jam is one in a million...

C.L smooth is very underrated

C.L. SMOOTH is the kind of rapper that needs a live band in the 2020s

The large professor knows your flow as well 🤔 that would be dope.

I really thought that they would have gotten it together after Guru passed, on some "nah, we can't go out like that." Hell, Guru and Preemo had a rocky relationship too but the love for the music kept them together, at least until Solar came in the picture but that's another story. Pete's place in Hip-Hop is set in stone at this point, nothing to prove to no one. If he really is the problem, he gotta give the people what they want, even if it's one final album on some closure shit. If Tip and Phife could patch things up and get back to work before Phife left here, Pete and CL can too...

Go get DJ Premier!!! He knows your FLOW.

T.R.O.Y may be my favorite song in life

Damn, this hurts. But y'all gonna straiten out

Fire Interview bro!!! CL Smooth underrated Legend!

There's no Pete Rock without CL Smooth! Pete Rock needs to talk to CL. So that they can move forward, put out some dope music, and give the fans what WE want = NEW ALBUM 🎶

Mecca album top 10 all time beats rhymes cuts

Man CL spit some really deep and factual stuff.

all peace goes to cl a real hero in my eyes forever!

Main Ingredient favorite body of work!!!

Unfortunately it sounds like envy or jealousy on Pete's part... because unless someone hurt my family, there is always room to work things out.

CL we love you bro. You are a good dude and would love to just hang and chill with you. You are real talented. Get with De La or Q-Tip to produce your next album. Dont wait for Pete.

Without CL there wouldnt have been a Pete Rock. Yeah he produced some official music but CL lyrics and voice made his tracks stand out.

Pete’s new beef with Nas and Canibus brought me here. He definitely is the common denominator in these situations. Great producer but seems like a problem of a person

Wow , heart breaking interview but much needed to hear !!! Much respect !!!

I like what CL says because what he is really explaining is how disorganized the entire business is all together due to egos. Pete Rock is my bro never met CL but I love both my bros reppin MT Vernon hoping that they realize that the world lives off their energy it's way bigger than the music, the money and the business. The interactions alone of how we deal with each other in general reflects on all us as a whole. If Biggie and PAC actually really understood how much influence they had on the world things may have turned out much differently. Peace to Mecca and the Soul brother. Hope you bris can but differences to the side in terms of probably saving a lot of fans lives. I'm God from the legendary Harlem Knights who turned down million dollar deals just to show the puppet master industry that their money is meaningless to us with in a system that has branded my bros and sis so bad until they have become blind to reality. Educate your fans CL like you always do and Pete Rock will follow along in suit like a true brother inspired by a true brother. Shiiii we can't have all positive with out negative. Friction is what keeps energy at its most powerful stage 24/7. Don't sweat it Almighty Kings Unite

CL Smooth is my cousin. Aunt Pam is my grandma sister we all Cape Verdean American people

I believe CL... I'm sure that pete rock has his own perspective and version of events, but his character is definitely in question.

Pete Rock & CL Smooth, Snoop & Dr. Dre, Guru (RIP) & Dj Premier, = U CAN'T HAVE THAT SYNERGY switching out the pieces , there're good SOLO, But as A GROUP THEIR ICONIC

CL Smooth Should do something with Diamond D

I am a huge fan and I was disappointed by the non completion of the album. I hope they work it out!

Just listening to CL talk just gets me hyped man.

Save yourself and the rest will fall into place we miss you both. Be blessed

#Respect, CL Smooth, ur a great man, so knowledgeable & real!

I was signed to pete and CL when the breakup happened.. and im gonna be 100..there aint no pete without CL and vise versa.. like CL said its all about the fans.. and the fans? wanna see them get together.. its gotta be deaper than we know..thats facts..but i wish it would happen.. but its kinda too late at this point... many groups have got together years ago..they missed the mark... CL needs to get wit a funky ass producer and do his own thing.. my choice is ( CL smooth and Ninth Wonder ) sheeeeesh !

Pete is a notoriously difficult person, according to other artists.

I don't want another c.l.smooth & Pete rock record.I NEED ANOTHER PETE ROCK & C.L.SMOOTH RECORD!!! BURY THE HATCHET BROTHERS."JUST 2WO"....

Good interview. Disappointing for someone who grew up in Mt.Vernon, NY and was a huge fan of the group. I wish both of these brothers the best.

Pls get back together, one the best that did it, changed my life got me thru the military.

CL on here droppin Jewels!

CL is so underrated and Pete Rock gotta give him some shine again

Loving this one thanks for sharing very important information giving thanks blessed love to all knowledge is power hopefully everyone pays attention keep up the good work still a big fan from way back in the day till now would definitely love to see them preform give the fans what they want 🙏🙏🙏🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲💪💪💪

the most underrated MC of all time.

Cmon man. Up the production value. You got a GOLDEN quote about this situation, him saying "he'd rather give me competition then pass me a glass of water" that was real, but then half a second later your WOW is insanely loud and like clips the mic and makes anyone who had earbuds in go WOAH like youre interviewing LEGENDS.

Pete’s best material was in the era of the group.

C.L. is talented enough to stand alone and get down with other production - this we all know....man listen, call up Grap and fire up the SP and get busy again. But I know how it is though - when its your brother whom you've made historical Hip-Hop monoliths with, you tend to wish to stay with that principal fire and flame from which you were forged. I get it, but F that my brother, times change and nobody waits and anticipates for Tuesday record store releases anymore. It ain't 1992 anymore, you are only waiting on yourself - the Hip-Hop heads are here and are ready for your art.

Been waiting for this for years...

One of MY fav duos of all time,,,Praying for the recon whenever it happens.

I definitely appreciate you.. You helped me so much,and I hope and pray it shows ijcn

Underrated, cl, you have classics beyond classics. I know about that business just hold on. Not many can rock young to old. One.

I just love CL Smooth, I know this is Real talk! I know he’s not the problem, it’s the other guy for real, I spoke with both of them and I saw first hand....when they broke up, it broke my heart....peace CL, most underrated then my man AZ

Good interview bro, always been a fan Smooth, wish you guys make up but some things ain't meant to be king, Solute to you smooth word..

One of my favorite rappers CL Smooth

The real King of N Y !!!

Good to hear the God speaks. He rarely does interviews. CL sounds authentic.

This has been going on for far too long, how I miss the true essence of hip hop. 50% comes from CL & 50% from Pete Rock. If you guys don't sort out this, you'll be old and grumpy to entertain us, bring back the Mecca and the Soul brother era...please!!!!! Pete you need CL and CL you need Pete...period!!! South African fans are disappointed with this beef even today. Bury the hachet guys.

I saw them perform together a few years ago, they were perfect! CL didn’t miss a beat on the mic! It was my first time ever seeing them!

I was a Foster Child for several years in Money Earning Mount Vernon on Nuba Ave. My foster father Master Roy Stewart RIP was from Kingston Jamaica. Regardless to where were from we're all Family.

Listen to this guy... CLYou are right man I love you for this... Today is the first time i heard this video ... Damn

C.L. I Love The Growth. I Can Hear It In Your Speech Bro

Yo CL keeping it Real means keeping it real Brother. Respect in Every Aspect to you Brother.. Peace and Love more Culture more Blessings.. Have a great day Brother ✨✨✨✨

WOW very informative, i always wanted to know what happened to the group. DAMN

Saw CL and Pete back in 94 as support for Gangstarr...at Kentish Town forum...brilliant show...

This has to do with our memories too, our lives too, this hits close to home because you'll were a part of our daily lives and families. Parties, graduations, bachelor parties, everything!

bottom line they both go hand in hand they bring a uniqueness flow and style to the hip hop world...i remember them as a team. matter of fact everyone who knows them and listen to them would agree with me...we accept both of yall....one love

"Go in there like Belichick and do your job"

I'd love to hear a Third Album from "Da Two". . . . ."For Pete Sake" "The Sun Won't Come Out" "Mecca & The Soul Brother" "Skinz" "Worldwide" a few of my personal favoritez !

Man... Would so love to hear a new album from these guys.... When these guys were together there was nothing like it.... I pray they can atleast give us one more LP.... Cant lie CL is sounding nice on the mic right now... He bodied that new Paul Wall & Termanolgy feature .... Perfect time for them to get back in the studio 💯👑👑🎤🎤🎶🎶

One of the dopest duo's in hip hop

Elephant in the room, this is a dark skin vs light skinned hatred/jealousy thing going on here too. Pete Rock always had to be in the background, CL Smooth was the handsome one, who was also the MC, so women gravitated towards him more.... It's a lot going on though. Pete Rock is basically Miles Davis, an average looking Dark Skinned musical genius, who's moody and arrogant. CL Smooth is a happy go lucky, deeply spiritual guy

There's a magic that these two were able to make. It felt like hip hop jazz to me. A particular sound with a particular style of rhyme.

I.loved you guys " Straighten it out "

First time I saw Pete and CL was in Montreal . What a great event , found out they were performing the same day I arrived. They announced a reunion tour that night , thought things were changing for the better but I guess not much has changed

It's strange Pete Rock didn't tell his side of the story. If he stays quiet, that means there's some truth to what C.L. is saying. Pete made be a dope producer, but personal wise may be something different. And last, Premo didn't get the chance to patch things up with Guru. Tomorrow is never promised.

Lead by example and Straighten It Out!

I wondered what happened with these 2 brothers 🤔 and I'm so disappointed to hear 😞 about their problems.

You'll were my favorite Hip Hop artist period!

Positive memories regardless. The other side of a good success story. Both of dem dudes is legend.

Places and spaces out there!

always liked cl smooth. just his personality and style. very real and natural brother.

This my Favorite Group in HIP HOP LOVE THESE CAT.S

STRAIGHTEN IT OUT!!!!!!!

CL, I hear you loud and clear. And sometimes if it's not there, it's not there. I know whatever happened didn't happen overnight. It's unfortunate because this reminds me of Salt, Pepa and Spin. All of this stuff seems like it's been a slow burn. CL, you're a very talented man. Blessings to you, Brother.

CL Smooth is one of the best, most complex, meaningful poets I've ever heard. I teach his shit in my university classes. Pete Rock may be a good DJ, but Hip Hop is about the WORDS man, the fucking words. I just searched the net for a concert and I could care less if Pete Rock is there or not. I just want to hear CL Smooth kick his shit. He could do it acapella for all I care. I'm sure there are top DJs eager to work with CL Smooth. Pete, what's your side of the story, cause the fans are waiting, man! For now, I'm pulling out my Mecca and the Soul Brother CD.

Wow 😮 seems like CL was double crossed. Pete done him dirty.

Wow!!!! I knew that there they were somewhat estranged, but I didn't realize to what extent. It's a damn shame that egos and pride can't be set aside. on this one. SMH, there is always discourse within some of the greatest groups of our time. I consider these brothers as two powerful elements that came together and made something so phenomenal that the world HAD to take notice. in those days, it was imperative to be original. Large Professor, Gangstar, Tribe, and many others took Hip Hop to another level. Born and raised in NY, I understand the context in which CL is speaking. The money, the business... has destroyed the greatest collaborations and duos within the Music industry. To call this beef is misleading and inflammatory. CL doesn't seem to have hate in his heart, he is just expressing his side of the story.

CL Smooth sounded REALLY nice on that M-Phazes beat. Skyzoo - Perfect Timing ft CL Smooth Wish he could work on a full length project with the dude

This hurts listening to this. I hope they can get it together soon and come out with something great.

It’s a shame! 😳 Cheated the fans out of more genius music! Fix up Pete, forget Common and give CL Smooth his flowers! 🌹🌸 *STOP THIS UGLY BEEFING!*

Man I never heard c talk like this or this much an I never knew that had differences like that epmd was my second favorite group growing up after run dmc then pete rock an cl smooth then daz an kurupt mecca an the soul brother was so dope so smooth well put together then main ingredient I couldn't wait for it to comeout I brought the cassette tape an still have it to this day masterpiece I hope these brothers work it out I know they will cl dope artist man pete beats is incredible there chemistry is like no other....oh yeah

CL should've long since made some moves on his own. How do you think Snoop Dogg's career had been if all he did was wait on Dre?

they were the 1st I seen wit"The Lexus'!:)

Cl, one of the best to ever do it!