#Throwback Episode - w/ Tru Life | (Ep. 29)
Drink Champs
The Black Effect and iHeartPodcasts
4.6 • 6.9K Ratings
🗓️ 30 July 2025
⏱️ 107 minutes
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Summary
N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs and we're taking it back to some of the most legendary moments in Drink Champs history Classic interviews, unforgettable stories, and iconic guests who shaped the culture.
In this classic throwback episode of Drink Champs, N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN chop it up with the legendary, Tru Life!
Tru Life joins the champs for an uncensored, shot‑filled deep dive into his storied journey. Fresh off his return from prison, Tru Life opens up about his early hustle, the grind behind his breakthrough, and how he first crossed paths with major players in hip‑hop.
Tru Life talks collaborations and experiences working with legends like Future, the Dungeon Family, Snoop Dogg, Nas, and JAY‑Z. He reflects on pivotal moments—both triumphs and missteps—that shaped his career and personal evolution.
True to the Drink Champs spirit, the conversation weaves through revelations, nostalgic throwbacks, and bold takes on the modern rap landscape. Tru Life discusses his mindset post-incarceration, plans for the next chapter, and what it means to rebound in an industry that’s continuously shifting.
Whether you're a hardcore hip-hop head or curious about redemption tales in music, this episode delivers raw insight, compelling anecdotes, and the unfiltered charisma that Drink Champs is celebrated for.
Make some noise for Tru Life!! 💐💐💐🏆🏆🏆
-Originally published on August 23rd, 2016
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