Waka Flocka Speaks on Gucci Mane & Pooh Shiesty Situation, Angel Reese Coming To ATL, Viral SeaWorld Performance

About this episode

Waka Flocka discusses his music career, touring experiences, and personal growth in an interview with Lalaa Shepard.

Waka Flocka taps in with Lalaa Shepard for an exclusive TPR Live virtual interview with The Progress Report, where he opens up about everything from his current run on the Boys 4 Life Tour alongside Bow Wow and Omarion to his evolution as an artist and entrepreneur. While still on tour, Waka reflects on the energy of performing, including his viral SeaWorld performance that had the internet talking, and speaks on his latest project ‘Lebron Flocka James 2K26’. During the conversation, Waka speaks on the success of records like “Clap”, working with Metro Boomin and DJ Spinz on ‘A Futuristic Summa’, and shares insight on “Streets R Us Part 2” with Travis Porter. He also discusses working with La Chat, acknowledges Memphis influence on his sound, and gives his thoughts on Atlanta’s music scene today. Waka Flocka also shares his perspective on Angel Reese coming to Atlanta, gives his NBA predictions, and speaks on his experience hooping in the Big3 league. He also opens up about fatherhood, growth, and what “progress” means to him at this stage in life. He also addresses trending conversations surrounding Gucci Mane and Pooh Shiesty, giving his perspective while reflecting on…

People in this episode

Host: Lalaa Shepard

Guest: Waka Flocka

Topics covered

• music industry
• artist evolution
• NBA predictions
• touring experiences
• fatherhood
• Atlanta music scene

Keywords

• Waka Flocka
• Gucci Mane
• Pooh Shiesty
• Angel Reese
• Boys 4 Life Tour
• music industry
• NBA predictions
• fatherhood
• Atlanta

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Lebron Flocka James 2K26, A Futuristic Summa, Streets R Us Part 2, Salute Me or Shoot Me, I'm Just Livin Life

Places: Atlanta, Cincinnati, Memphis

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