Buckwild Shares the Untold Story of Creating the Classic Track “Whoa” for Black Rob.

In this clip from his interview on ‘Bag Fuel’, producer Buckwild shares his experience working on the track “Whoa!” for Black Rob, recounting how the beat ended up being chosen by Rob’s manager and how the song made its impact through the mixtape circuit. He discusses how producers in the early 2000s, including himself, navigated the underground radio scene and sought out popular recognition. Buckwild details his creative process, which involved selecting samples and mixing them with a cappella tracks to find the perfect fit, especially focusing on the “Bad Boy pocket”—a smooth, effortless style like that of Mase. He highlights the importance of understanding how to match the right vocalist with a beat, noting that Rufus Black played a significant role in crafting the pocket for “Whoa!”