In this episode of Superstartvonline, Superstar Jay is joined by battle rapper Murda Mook as they take a dive into his life and career. Murder Mook is considered a pioneer and icon in battle rap. He started battling as a teenager and gained fame through Smack DVDs. He discusses his journey from battling for free to earning six-figure paydays for battles. The largest single check he received was around $177,000.
Mook opened up about struggling with substance abuse issues, particularly after his mother passed away in 2019. He recently completed rehab and has been sober since April 16th. He talks about the emotional impact of his mother’s death and shares some personal lyrics he wrote about it. Mook gives his thoughts on the recent Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar musical exchange, saying Kendrick won decisively. He mentions wanting to battle rappers like Hitman Holla, Easy the Block Captain, and John John Da Don next.
Mook reflects on some of his most impactful battles, including one against Iron Solomon that he regrets due to how deeply it affected Solomon. He discusses balancing being a father with his career, mentioning dropping his daughter off at college recently. Mook says he’s working on new music and hopes to release an album soon, mentioning collaborations with several producers and artists. The interview provides insight into Mook’s career, personal struggles, and current perspectives on battle rap and the music industry.
