Origins of Hip Hop (2022)

Episode Overview

From the streets to the stage, Lil Jon has experienced it all. Raised in an affluent Atlanta suburb, Jon Smith discovered his passion for music at a young age. Mentored by a friend in DJing, he began hosting the legendary "Chicken and Beer" parties in his basement, igniting his desire for fame. As he climbed the ranks as an A&R executive, he created the iconic group Lil Jon and the East Side Boyz, solidifying his influence across various music genres. Jon knows he has a natural talent for crafting hits.