“Lil Wayne joins Joel Madden for a rare, thoughtful, and deeply reflective conversation on Artist Friendly as the show celebrates its 50th episode. One of the greatest rappers of all time, Wayne opens up about consistency, discipline, longevity, fatherhood, legacy, and what it truly takes to stay great over decades in music.
In this episode, Lil Wayne breaks down his creative process, why he never chased hits, and how staying consistent to himself became the foundation of his success. He reflects on growing up, leaving school early, the role his mother played in shaping his discipline, and how emotional intelligence helped him navigate fame and pressure at a young age.
Wayne also talks about sustainability in music, the danger of chasing spectacle, balancing success with real life, and being present as a father while managing a legendary career. From hip hop’s evolution to what separates greatness from popularity, this conversation offers timeless perspective from an artist who has lived through every era of the culture.
Watch now on Veeps, YouTube, Spotify, and all audio platforms.”
