2 Chainz Shares Behind-the-Scenes Stories of Studio Sessions With Dr. Dre and Eminem

In a captivating interview on Club Shay Shay with Shannon Sharpe, 2 Chainz opened up about his experiences working with hip hop legends Dr. Dre and Eminem, offering fans a rare glimpse into the contrasting studio atmospheres of these two icons.

2 Chainz recounted his time in Dr. Dre’s state-of-the-art home studio, highlighting the super-producer’s renowned perfectionism. Dre’s attention to detail was evident as he had 2 Chainz re-record a single line multiple times to achieve the perfect delivery. “He’s a perfectionist,” 2 Chainz shared, admiringly. “That’s why you want to be around him. He’s always recording, creating full songs with intricate instrumentation and skits, purely out of his love for music.”

The vibe was notably different when 2 Chainz worked with Eminem. While he didn’t disclose the specific track they collaborated on, he recalled the strict studio rules enforced by Eminem’s team. “I couldn’t smoke in there,” he chuckled. “It was his people, not Eminem. They even put the speakers outside so I could listen to the beat.”

Despite the rigid environment, Eminem himself appeared unfazed. 2 Chainz described a moment when he was in the booth, smoking, and noticed Eminem outside. “I’m in there recording, and I see Em, and I’m like, ‘He’s in there while I’m recording, that’s hard.’ He was about to come in, but his team stopped him, worried about the smoke. Em just looked like, ‘Relax, what do you think I’m going to do?’ He was completely chill.”

This anecdote underscores Eminem’s comfort in his sobriety, showing that being around others smoking doesn’t disrupt his focus. The scenario amusingly mirrors the playful dynamic in the “From The D 2 The LBC” video, his collaboration with Snoop Dogg, another famed smoker. It’s a testament to how life often influences art.

Through these stories, 2 Chainz not only highlights the unique creative processes of Dr. Dre and Eminem but also paints a vivid picture of the dedication and authenticity that continue to define their legendary careers.