In this episode of HIGHSTREET, Exit Fame (Eric) discusses his new album “Before I Exit Hell” and his journey in recovery from addiction. He recounts a harrowing experience of being shot multiple times at his home in front of his daughter and mother in 2017/2018, which was a turning point in his life. Eric talks about his faith and how he believes God uses difficult experiences to guide people towards their purpose. He explains that the album title reflects his feeling that he has a greater purpose beyond music. He then goes track by track reviewing the album and providing a deeper understanding of the motivation and process behind each track.
Eric expresses frustration with the current state of hip-hop, where he feels authenticity is less valued than in the past. He discusses the challenges of staying true to himself as an artist while also trying to achieve commercial success. The conversation touches on the first song of the album, “Way Up,” and Eric’s creative process in making music.
Throughout the discussion, Eric emphasizes the importance of personal growth, authenticity, and using his experiences to help others. The interview also briefly explores Eric’s views on spirituality and how it relates to his recovery and music. There’s a lighthearted discussion about potentially creating content for TikTok to promote his music and much more.
