Detroit’s own Big Sean talks to CNN about giving back to the place that made him who he is, his own foundation, and building a recording studio in the high school he used to get in trouble for selling cd’s in, in this 1:20 video. Hit the jump!
(Video) Father Of Slain Chicago College Student Breaks Down In Tears During Interview With CNN
Over the weekend Chicago police officers were responsible for the deaths of two individuals while responding to a domestic dispute. 19-year-old Quintonio Legrier was shot and killed by officers after his father called 911 to help diffuse a situation between the two; his neighbor Bettie Jones was killed in the crossfire. Authorities have taken full responsibility for the accidental shooting of Jones, but have released a statement justifying the murder of Legrier. Legrier’s father, who called the police, sat down with CNN barely able to make out full sentences as he attempted to describe how he expected for the situation to turn out and what actually happened.
(Video) King Louie Appears On CNN To Talk About Chicago Gun Violence Just A Week After Being Shot
Chicago rapper, King Louie was shot while sitting in his car just days before Christmas. Despite being shot several times including once in the head, the rapper has made an amazing recovery and was well enough to be released from the hospital and give an interview with CNN’s Don Lemon. King Louie appeared on the show to talk about the ever growing gun violence issue in the streets of Chicago. He revealed he was not only shot in the head, but seven other times and three of the bullets still are lodged in his body. When asked about the city’s issues Louie said, “The devil is working overtime in Chicago,” He also spoke out about the city’s police force, saying they are “just as crooked as the people they lock up.” Watch the interview below.
(Video) Jeezy Talks Black Lives Matter, Politics & Premieres ‘Sweet Life’ Video On CNN
Rapper Jeezy has turned into quite the knowledgable man over the past few years. He recently appeared on CNN where he talked politics, his thoughts on Black Lives Matter, along with various other controversial matters that are currently occurring in society. Pastor Young also debuted his new video for “Sweet Life,” a track which appears on his latest album, Church in These Streets. See what Jeezy had to say on CNN below!
Vince Staples Talks About School System Issues And Drug Glorification In Rap
Vince Staples is a very smart guy. However, since people now only care about soundbites, most people think he’s just a new trolling hip-hop weirdo. In a recent interview with CNN, Vince Staples talks about issues he has with America’s school system and drug glorification in rap music. Hit the jump more.
