
Clementino, a Neapolitan rapper, recounts his journey from being an animator in tourist villages to achieving mainstream success in the Italian music scene. He details his early inspirations, including the hip-hop culture of the 90s and artists like Sottotono and Articolo 31, and how freestyle battles shaped his career. Clementino also candidly discusses his struggles with drug addiction during his rise to fame, his subsequent recovery through meditation and travel, and his renewed appreciation for life and music. He reflects on collaborations with artists like Fabri Fibra and Giovanotti, his experiences with iconic figures like Pino Daniele and Maradona, and his views on the current state of Italian rap and trap music.
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