Memphis LEGEND, Tommy Wright III drops by HAM Radio and opens up about his early beginnings, the '80s & '90s era, dealing dope, jail time, Memphis music history, leading role in Hustle & Flow, influencing A$AP Rocky, 2 Chainz, Lil Yachty, and much more. #HAMRADIO
Tommy Wright III speaks about:
Early start as a DIY artist since 92’ and dating back even earlier. (2:53)
Working with DJ Paul and Lord Infamous before Three 6 Mafia (7:30)
Spice 1 and the influence for Memphis sound (10:40)
Crossing paths with Gangsta Boo (16:34)
In and out of jail and getting deep into the drug game (19:30)
Being the inspiration for the movie Hustle & Flow and getting caught up dealing dope (21:21)
Resurgence of Tommy Wright III and inspiring A$AP Rocky, 2 Chainz,
Lil B, Kreayshawn, Gucci Mane, and Lil Yachty
(36:50)
Inspiration for a character in Spring Breakers
(41:00)
Hip Hop Royalty of Memphis
(58:15)
Bone Thugs & Harmony diss track
(1:04:24)
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