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July 11, 2019

Kevin Gates on Upcoming Album, Learning From Birdman, Louisiana Culture & More | Everyday Struggle

On Thursday’s episode of #EverydayStruggle, Nadeska, Wayno and DJ Akademiks are joined by Louisiana rapper Kevin Gates. During the episode, Gates discusses his upcoming album ‘I’m Him’ and the pressures he’s dealt with trying to create this forthcoming project. Gates opens up about a particular song on the album that speaks  on  fatherhood and his relationship with his daughter. Later in the show, Gates reveals why didn’t sign to the Cash Money Records back in the days, and says he learned a lot from Birdman’s savvy business ways during his time with the music mogul. Gates also opens up about his past issues and speaks on the growth he’s had since the start of his career. To close out the show, Gates speaks on his new lifestyle regimen which includes eating healthy and hitting the gym. 

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Everyday Struggle
Everyday Struggle is a daily hip-hop debate show where internet sensation DJ Akademiks and hip-hop veteran Wayno square off on the biggest topics in music and pop culture, moderated by journalist Nadeska Alexis. The hosts bring their fans an in-depth look into the biggest stories in the hip-hop community with commentary, exclusive content, and a behind-the-scenes look at one of the biggest shows in rap. Popular segments throughout the show include The Review, AK by the Numbers, Heat Check, Struggle Mail and more. Conversations and opinions are of the hosts and are not representative of Complex or their guests. Notable celebrities on the show have included 21 Savage, Vince Staples, 2 Chainz, Jeezy, SZA, Erykah Badu, Tory Lanez, and spawned viral moments with rappers like Lil Yachty, Soulja Boy and the Migos. The show launched in April 2017 and airs Monday through Thursday on Complex.