Author: Isaac Phelan

Discovered two decades later in the studio archives.

Eclipsing the artist whose name tops the credits.

Defined by a raspier voice, and unrealised ambitions.

Tracing a colourful journey.

The unmistakable rhythm of two artists who made California sound like forever.

Turning a teenage crush into one of his most quoted verses.

When branding outweighed originality in major label rap decisions.

Made his solo career unavoidable.

Unresolved.

Defining his ascent.

Humble beginnings.

A no win situation rather than a test of skill.