On Episode 5 of Club Shay Shay, Shannon speaks with rapper, actor, and activist Ice Cube.

Shannon & Ice Cube talk at length about the murder of George Floyd and the protests taking place across the country in support of racial and social justice. Ice Cube also details his own involvement with the movement for civil and human rights, detailing his plan to address racial and economic inequality + prison and police reform with the Contract With Black America (CWBA.world).

Ice Cube also revisits his early life and career, growing up in South Central LA and joining N.W.A. and Ruthless Records. He talks about writing “No Vaseline” in 90 minutes, the dynamic between him, Dr. Dre, MC Ren, DJ Yella, and Eazy-E, his musical inspiration, and much more.

Shannon & Ice Cube also touch on Ice Cube’s extensive film career, from being sought out as an actor by John Singleton for ‘Boyz N The Hood’ to writing and producing the classic film ‘Friday.’ The conversation is filled with behind-the-scenes stories and gems about the many artistic projects with which Ice Cube has been involved over the years.

This episode was recorded on August 13th, 2020.

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Ice Cube