EPISODE · May 21, 2026 · 1H 26M
The Black Terror: DA Smart
from Tha Smoking Section Podcast · host Terrell J. McSee
The episode features an interview with DA Smart, a Chicago legend in hip hop. The conversation covers DA Smart's early life, the Chicago rap scene, his music, and the impact of his work on the community. DA Smart discusses his experiences in the music industry, battles, and community involvement. He shares insights on the challenges faced by Chicago artists and the importance of unity. Additionally, he reflects on missed opportunities and misconceptions about his personality. DA Smart shares his experiences with the streets and the impact on his music career, discusses the current era of music, and reveals his top Chicago rappers. He also talks about his favorite Chicago food spot, his thoughts on a potential versus battle, and his love for smoking. The interview concludes with a discussion about his upcoming event and his music recommendations.TakeawaysChicago's rap scene lacked balance and representation of positive aspects of the community.DA Smart's song 'Walk With Me' is a significant and influential record in his career. Music industry challengesChicago artists' struggle for unity Streets and Music: DA Smart's deep connection with the streets and how it has influenced his music career.Music Era: DA Smart's perspective on the current era of music and the need for balance in representation.Top Chicago Rappers: DA Smart's list of top Chicago rappers and his thoughts on the Chicago music scene.Smoking and Verzuz DA Smart's love for smoking, his thoughts on a potential verzuz battle, and his favorite stoner movie.Event and Music: DA Smart's upcoming event and his music recommendations for new listeners.Chapters00:00 Introduction to DA Smart07:59 Growing Up in Chicago20:58 The Chicago Rap Scene26:56 DA Smart's Impact and Legacy32:49 30th Anniversary Song39:02 Chicago Artists' Unity45:32 Battle Rap and Community Involvement58:16 Missed Opportunities and Misconceptions01:04:11 Music Era: Need for Balance01:18:01 Smoking and Stoner Movie01:23:30 Event and Music RecommendationsWalk With Me (Official Video) - DA Smarthttps://youtu.be/Ug-_otAToP8?si=obdDV_s36Er4Z1OsWhat Chu NIggas Wanna Do (Official Video) - DA Smarthttps://youtu.be/oagSJ6W4Fxc?si=sJFYMf0lqi_Yx7wRWhere My Mobs At (Offical Video) - DA Smarthttps://youtu.be/xfXGrdULjFI?si=ygqfAfyywg7rbbhYGo To War - DA Smarthttps://youtu.be/2E5R4AmgC2E?si=2GESskaIUueXvFf0
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The episode features an interview with DA Smart, a Chicago legend in hip hop. The conversation covers DA Smart's early life, the Chicago rap scene, his music, and the impact of his work on the community. DA Smart discusses his experiences in the music industry, battles, and community involvement. He shares insights on the challenges faced by Chicago artists and the importance of unity. Additionally, he reflects on missed opportunities and misconceptions about his personality. DA Smart shares his experiences with the streets and the impact on his music career, discusses the current era of music, and reveals his top Chicago rappers. He also talks about his favorite Chicago food spot, his thoughts on a potential versus battle, and his love for smoking. The interview concludes with a discussion about his upcoming event and his music recommendations.TakeawaysChicago's rap scene lacked balance and representation of positive aspects of the community.DA Smart's song 'Walk With Me' is a significant and influential record in his career. Music industry challengesChicago artists' struggle for unity Streets and Music: DA Smart's deep connection with the streets and how it has influenced his music career.Music Era: DA Smart's perspective on the current era of music and the need for balance in representation.Top Chicago Rappers: DA Smart's list of top Chicago rappers and his thoughts on the Chicago music scene.Smoking and Verzuz DA Smart's love for smoking, his thoughts on a potential verzuz battle, and his favorite stoner movie.Event and Music: DA Smart's upcoming event and his music recommendations for new listeners.Chapters00:00 Introduction to DA Smart07:59 Growing Up in Chicago20:58 The Chicago Rap Scene26:56 DA Smart's Impact and Legacy32:49 30th Anniversary Song39:02 Chicago Artists' Unity45:32 Battle Rap and Community Involvement58:16 Missed Opportunities and Misconceptions01:04:11 Music Era: Need for Balance01:18:01 Smoking and Stoner Movie01:23:30 Event and Music RecommendationsWalk With Me (Official Video) - DA Smarthttps://youtu.be/Ug-_otAToP8?si=obdDV_s36Er4Z1OsWhat Chu NIggas Wanna Do (Official Video) - DA Smarthttps://youtu.be/oagSJ6W4Fxc?si=sJFYMf0lqi_Yx7wRWhere My Mobs At (Offical Video) - DA Smarthttps://youtu.be/xfXGrdULjFI?si=ygqfAfyywg7rbbhYGo To War - DA Smarthttps://youtu.be/2E5R4AmgC2E?si=2GESskaIUueXvFf0
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