Takeoff simply wished recognition for his work whereas he was nonetheless right here to see it.
Following the tragic information of the Migos rapper’s senseless demise in a Houston, Texas bowling alley — reportedly over a confrontation over a cube sport — a latest interview has surfaced by which the late 28-year-old, born Kirshnik Khari Ball, spoke about demise.
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While showing on Drink Champs alongside uncle and fellow Migos rapper Quavo on October 22 to advertise their new initiatives as rap duo Unc & Phew, the late artist received candid about his want for recognition — earlier than it’s too late. Co-host N.O.R.E. advised Takeoff:
“One thing I really, really love about the project is how you [are] shining. Of course you were shining before, but I felt like you were dancing on this one. It was your time to prove. Is that something you had on your mind when you [were] going to do that?”
The rapper then responded:
“For sure. I’m chill, I’m laid back, but it’s time to pop it. I want to get into my flow. Time to give me my flowers. I don’t want them when I ain’t here.”
Wow. He’s truly speaking about being appreciated whereas he’s nonetheless alive. How chilling that simply lower than two weeks later the younger star would meet his surprising destiny.
As a gesture of excellent will, the Drink Champs hosts gave Takeoff a plaque of flowers in the course of the podcast. See the complete convo (beneath):
What are your ideas on the chilling interview, Perezcious readers? Let us know within the feedback (beneath). Rest in peace.
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