Smino | Episode 12 | Skullcandy

Your favorite rapper's rapper, Smino, sits down with host Lee Shaner before a show in Brooklyn. Smino tells us how crazy it was to be in St. Louis during the 2000s, growing up with musical parents, and recites a rap he wrote at age 7. Remember to subscribe and stay tuned after the interview for a special Skullcandy discount code. Highlights: 0:05 Growing up in St. Louis 5:25 Smino's parents preforming music live and jamming together when he was growing up 6:40 Early days of making beats 11:25 Favorite rappers growing up 12:30 How inflections helped him develop his rap style. 18:45 Battle rapping in middle school 21:45 Getting the name Smino 25:20 The connection between dogs and humans 36:30 How long does it take Smino to write a song? 45:00 Early days on tour 47:46 Credits and headphone discount