6ix9ine on Being Blackballed, Snitching, Prison, and His Controversial Career
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- 🎯 Tekashi 6ix9ine discusses the challenges of his album "Tattletales" not appearing on major music platforms like Apple Music and Spotify, feeling effectively shadow-banned.
- 💡 He claims rules were changed regarding music bundles, impacting his sales figures, citing discrepancies with how other artists like Taylor Swift were treated.
- 📉 The artist expresses frustration over not being promoted on major DSPs, believing it unfairly affects his sales and chart performance.
Rival Artists and Industry Dynamics
- 🎤 6ix9ine criticizes fellow artists like Trippie Redd and Blueface, questioning their current relevance and sales numbers.
- 💥 He asserts that his own recent music has more impact than their older or current releases, despite being on the same label as Trippie Redd.
- 🚫 The conversation touches on how artists like Drake can collaborate with brands like Nike without facing similar bundling issues, questioning the fairness of industry practices.
The Act of Snitching and Accountability
- 🗣️ 6ix9ine defends his decision to cooperate with authorities, stating he did what he had to for his family and doesn't regret it, calling it justifiable.
- ⚖️ He argues that if he had served the full sentence, his career would be over and he would be irrelevant, while others move on.
- ❓ The discussion explores the concept of street codes versus personal survival, questioning the importance of loyalty when facing severe consequences.
Life in Prison and Personal Reflections
- 🔒 6ix9ine describes his prison experience, noting that the jail he was in was full of informants, making it a "rat jail".
- 📱 He spent most of his time on the phone, highlighting the importance of communication and maintaining connections.
- 🏥 He recounts using his asthma condition as a reason to be moved to home incarceration during the COVID-19 pandemic, which was approved by the judge.
Career, Assets, and Future Plans
- 🚗 6ix9ine showcases his assets, including expensive cars and a Richard Mille watch, valued at approximately $1 million.
- 🏠 He discusses plans to buy a home in a tax-friendly state like Florida, Texas, or Nevada, due to high taxes in New York.
- 🎬 The artist expresses interest in working on his own documentary or film projects, feeling his life story is compelling and not fully understood.
Happiness, Normalcy, and Legacy
- 💭 6ix9ine reflects that he was happier when he was broke, valuing the normalcy and anonymity that came with it.
- 🎢 He admits that while money brings problems, he doesn't want to return to poverty, but acknowledges the thrill of his current lifestyle.
- 🎤 Performing on stage is described as a significant source of excitement and a driving force for him.
The Happiest Moment and Life's Journey
- 🌟 One of his happiest moments involved a trip to LA with friends on a limited budget, where they met someone who changed his life, emphasizing that everything happens for a reason.
- 📻 Hearing his song "GUMMO" on the radio for the first time was another significant "I made it" moment.
- 🤔 He believes his life has been a continuous journey of happiness, without getting too caught up in extreme highs or lows.
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