Ep. 209 - Pepe Willie

Pepè Willie is known as the Godfather of the Minneapolis Sound. Growing up in Brooklyn, Willie was immersed in the music industry at an early age. His uncle, Clarence Collins, is the original founding member of Little Anthony & the Imperials A Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee in 2009. From running to the store to grab cigarettes for Chubby Checker to being backstage while Stevie Wonder worked his magic, Pepè got an unparalleled education in music.In the 70's Willie took that knowledge to the Minneapolis music scene and began his music career as a singer, songwriter and producer.Oh...and he was married to Prince's cousin and is the first producer to produce Prince's music.Learn more about Pepè here. Get his book! Check out his music with 94 East.Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find full episodes and more! Check in on Instagram , FacebookFind Us on iTunes, Spotify and anywhere you listen to podcasts!Want to connect with Jerrod?Linkedin, InstagramGet My Book!