Today, the first episode of 2 Chainz’s new show, “Crate Talk,” premiered on YouTube. In episode 1, Steve Stoute makes a guest appearance to discuss his rise in the industry and his inspirational journey with hip-hop star 2 Chainz.

“Crate Talk” is an all-new video series following 2 Chainz as he focuses on “the inspiration of the who, what, when, where and how.” Partnering with YouTube Music, the show will feature five short episodes that will be released on YouTube. With a basketball court as the show’s setting, 2 Chainz and Stoute play a game of Self and invite viewers into an insightful conversation. In addition to being raised in Queens, Stoute talks about his legendary background highlighting his work with Will Smith, Enrique Iglesias, Pharrell, and Pusha T.

Episode 1 of “Crate Talk” finds 2 Chainz sharing with viewers as well as he discusses declining a record deal with Jay-Z due to his loyalty to DJ Tekniks. During the epic era of “Watch the Throne,” 2 Chainz admits to building a great relationship with Kanye West via phone conversations where they discussed 2 Chainz’s music and their similarities.

Eventually, 2 Chainz would receive a call from Jay-Z in which he decides on loyalty over everything, as he says, “So after Kanye called everyday, I got a call from Hov. And Hov was like, “I want you to come to New York, I heard you making a lot of noise.” And the only reason that I did not go was because I said, “Can I bring my buddy Tek with me?” He was like, “Why you wanna bring your DJ for?” But I’m trying to tell them that bruh helped me get to the point where I’m on your radar, you know what I’m saying? I couldn’t go by myself. I just chose loyalty.”

Heaven Epps, 2 Chainz’s daughter, will guest star on upcoming episodes of “Crate Talk” as well as Winnie Harlow, Mike Dean and Gary V.

Take a look at “Crate Talk” now! WATCH HERE

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