In this raw conversation with Tezlyn Figaro, New Orleans rapper and teacher Dee-1 talks about the problems in today's hip-hop, including his late-night meeting with #MeekMill during Super Bowl weekend. #dee1 breaks down the difference between telling real stories and making bad choices look cool, calls out big names like #50Cent and Kanye West, and shares his new take on what "gangsta" really means - Growing And Nurturing Gifts, Serving The Almighty. He also talks about his latest album "Timeless, Volume 2" and gives a sneak peek of his upcoming project "Hypocritical Hop," while explaining how he balances his music career with teaching college students.

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