Legendary producer DJ Toomp joins T.I. on ExpediTIously for a powerful conversation about the origin of trap music, building one of hip-hop’s most important careers, and transforming street knowledge into generational wealth.

Toomp breaks down how he helped shape T.I.’s sound and career, the creative process behind defining records, and the unforgettable moment Jay-Z walked into the booth with no pen, no pad, and laid a verse in 15 minutes — something he says only T.I. consistently does at that level.

He also speaks on Drake’s early connection to Atlanta’s sound, the evolution of trap music into a global genre, and his own journey from the streets to becoming a multi-platinum producer and investor.

🎙️ In this episode, DJ Toomp covers:

• Helping launch T.I. and co-creating the trap music sound

• The real origin of trap music in Atlanta

• Witnessing Jay-Z record with no pen, no paper

• Drake’s relationship to Atlanta’s musical blueprint

• Producing classics like “What You Know,” “24’s,” and Kanye West’s “Good Life”

• Transitioning from the streets to ownership, real estate, and wealth building

• The responsibility of mentoring the next generation

From crafting the 808-driven sound that defined a generation to building a life beyond the studio, DJ Toomp shares real game on artistry, evolution, and longevity.

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