Full circle moment

It’s genuinely surreal to reflect on those high school days, especially now with everything that's happened in the music world. When I say 'Fun fact: I was teammates with Playboi Carti in High School,' it's not just a throwaway line – it’s a core memory that shaped a lot of my early experiences. We were just a bunch of kids, full of energy, navigating the usual high school shenanigans. From locker room talks to grinding on the field, we built those everyday bonds that you only form when you’re young and finding your way. The image of us, a group of young men with that 'WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS' sign in the background, perfectly captures that era. I remember vividly the energy on the Southside back then. Music was everything, and artists like Rich Kidz, with Skooly leading the charge, were the undisputed soundtrack to our lives. Their track 'Wassup' wasn't just a song; it was an anthem we blasted constantly – in cars, at parties, even humming it in the hallways. It's wild to think that the music we were all vibing to back then would later become such a pivotal part of a full circle moment for us. Skooly and Rich Kidz were definitely setting trends, influencing not just our music tastes but also the vibe of our entire generation. Their raw, energetic sound resonated deeply with us during those formative years. Fast forward to today, and seeing how artists like Playboi Carti, who I literally shared a field with, and Lil Baby, who quickly became one of my absolute favorite rappers, have blown up is truly something else. There’s a particular song that brought it all back for me – sampling that original 'Wassup' track from Rich Kidz. Hearing that familiar beat, knowing its history for us, and then hearing it reimagined by artists who are now global sensations, it just hits different. It’s a powerful reminder of where we all started and how far everyone has come. It makes me think about all the dreams we shared back then, and how some of them, in unexpected ways, came true for people I knew. Thinking about those high school years with Playboi Carti, there are countless small 'fun facts' that pop into my head. Things like our team photos – just a bunch of eager faces, not knowing what the future held, but full of ambition. The shared jokes, the camaraderie, the grind on the field – it all built a foundation. It wasn't about celebrity back then; it was just about being young, having dreams, and listening to the hottest tracks. This personal journey, from being high school teammates to witnessing the evolution of their careers and the sampling of a classic from our youth, really underlines that 'full circle' feeling. It's more than just a memory; it's a testament to how music, friendships, and shared experiences can evolve, intertwine, and create these incredible moments that you never forget.