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Before They Were Famous

Michael McCrudden

Based on the popular YouTube Channel "Before They Were Famous" with over 3 Million YouTube Subscribers & nearly 1 Billion views. This is the audio version of those recordings documenting the rise to fame of both traditional stars but mainly internet stars. Artists in rap, comedy, instagram models & YouTubers. This channel profiles who they are, where they came from and how they reached the top of the entertainment industry. Thanks for tuning in.

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8:01

Ryan Grantham | Before They Were Criminal | Riverdale...

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/06/17

These days when you turn on the news it seems like there is a lot to be afraid of, between the pandemic, social unrest, and wild politics but it also seems like the most unlikely and seemingly harmless people are committing unspeakable atrocities. While we here at Before They Were Famous are located in Canada it’s a common narrative to hear that these types of individuals committing these acts are Americans and that this is an “American problem” however this recent story has proven this to not be

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12:58

5 Rappers That Changed Their Career

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/06/16

Ever since its inception, they say that Hip Hop is a young man's sport. And as hip-hop changes and evolves over time, this has proven to still be true. However as the genre grows older, we see those rappers who dominated the game in their youthful prime reinvent themselves and their main sources of income as they grew too old to constantly be at the forefront of new music and trends or going on tour. Just look at Jay-Z, a man who many refer to as the goat of rapping, now a billionaire and has one of

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12:15

5 Rappers That Fell Off

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/06/14

Being a successful rapper, these days is something that can be pretty subjective but a rapper’s success has always seemed to depend on a lot more than just the music they create. Whether it’s an artist’s media relevancy, their array of social media profiles, or pretty much their overall status in the court of public opinion and pop culture, sometimes it all just boils down to timing. On the other hand, it truly is undeniable when an artist reaches a level of success that it simply can’t be ignored

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9:17

Fabolous | Where Are They Now? | What Happened To Him?

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/06/14

If you consider yourself a hip-hop head or you’re just an avid fan of rap music then there is a pretty good chance that hip-hop and fashion legend Fabolous holds a special place in your heart. From the prolific run of mixtapes, chart-topping singles, and stand-out guest verses, Fab truly represents a prestige era of Hip-hop that many fans remember so fondly. Fab is without question one of the best to ever do it and his influence is still felt to this day even though the frequency of his releases has

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8:03

CHII WVTTZ | Before They Were Gone | Tragic Story of...

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/06/10

In early February of 2022, the New York City drill artist known as Chii Wvtzz became the latest in a long line of promising young talent to lose his life on the streets of the Bronx. Beginning in January of that same year, the rap industry would see the passing of Houston artist Sad Frosty, followed soon after by the of Florida-based artist Wavy Navy Pooh who was attacked while driving around with his two kids in Miami. Then came an attack on Tdott Woo in New York City only weeks before the tragic

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8:01

Sha Ek | Before They Were Famous | Jiggy Man of The...

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/06/10

Coming straight outta the Bronx, rapper Sha Ek is just the latest in a long line of promising drill-artists to have managed to work their way out of one of the world’s most dangerous neighborhoods. Or... was he really the first? If you’ve ever seen any of his interviews than you already know that this dude likes to claim he was the first Bronx-based rapper to really put drill on the map. But how much does this claim rub other artists from his hood the wrong way? What’s more -- just where the heck

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8:01

Kenzo B | Before They Were Famous | The Queen of The...

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/06/09

At the offset of the Chicago drill scene, women like Katie Got Bandz, Sasha Go Hard, and Shady were the first to jump on the genre’s rapid-fire growth and contributed hugely to why this style of music was so popular in the first place. But when it comes to New York’s drill scene that hasn’t really been the case. At least not till now. Over the past year or so, an entirely new wave of women has put this genre on notice and few have done so more effectively than the woman we know as Kenzo B. This

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8:01

Glorilla | Before They Were Famous | Who is FNF Viral...

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/06/09

With summer less than a month away what better time than now to start getting your playlist ready? Maybe you’ve already heard of the hit song that should jump to the top of your list, but if not, that’s okay cause I’m here to tell you about it. No, it’s not the next big thing from Drake or even Megan Thee Stallion -- instead, I’m talking about what’s currently one of the internet’s most viral songs -- “FNF (Let’s Go)” by the incomparable GloRilla. This Memphis-based rapper teamed up with the

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10:27

Mary Magdalene | Before They Were Famous | Insane...

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/06/09

Right now, plastic surgery is more popular than ever before. Facelifts, botox, liposuction, all of these procedures have been normalized over the past few years as more and more of us become obsessed with augmenting our appearance to suit our desires. But those now basic operations aren’t the only options available to us. Just ask social media sensation and Only Fans model, Mary Magdalene – and before you even ask -- no, there’s no relation between her and the biblical figure, you’re just gonna have

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10:24

5 CRAZY Things The Game Have Done

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/06/06

When it comes to rap beef, calling people out, stirring up controversy, and generating wild headlines there truly aren't too many rappers that hold a candle to Jayceon Tyrell Taylor more commonly known as rapper The Game. Born Jayceon Terrell Taylor on November 29th, 1979, The game was a force to be reckoned with during the 2000s and throughout the 2010s up until this day, giving us classics like The Documentary, The Doctor's Advocate, and Jesus Piece Game just to name a few. He was a member of the

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8:01

5 SHOCKING Things We Have Learned From Look at Me:...

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/06/03

There are few artists who has left a legacy as polarizing and unique as the late XXXTentacion, this man had a depth to his artistry that is still unparalleled to much of his peers, regardless of what you think of the man himself. Whether you loved his music for the infectious melodies, slick wordplay or overwhelming aggression, or maybe if you were just a fan of the way X was vulnerable about his multitude of mental health struggles, there's an endless amount of reasons why X is still so adored by

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10:18

Binley Mega Chippy | Before They Were Famous | How...

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/06/03

A few short weeks ago it was business as usual for the West Midlands chip shop known as Binley Mega Chippy -- but now their staff is in a whole other dimension -- one where pilgrims flock from all over the UK and other parts of the world simply for the chance to sample some of their deep-fried goodness. Millions have watched TikToks boasting the shop’s ear-worm of a theme song and now everyone is ready to see what the fuss is all about for themselves, including patrons from faraway places like the

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9:51

Crip Mac | Before They Were Famous | The Legend of...

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/06/03

Technically speaking, the man we know as Crip Mac is a rapper. I say, “technically” because if you search for his name on Google, odds are you’re going to find a lot more about his wild interviews as well as rumors and gossip about his gang affiliations than you will his music which is, honestly, almost non-existent. But then, why the popularity and the interest? Just who is this dude and why does his boisterous personality have so many people talking about him? And how does his past involve gang

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8:02

Sidhu Moose Wala | Gone But Not Forgotten | Tribute...

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/05/30

“The funeral will happen in my youth.” That’s a translated line from one of the Indian rappers Sidhu Moose Wala’s latest singles “The Last Ride”. Heartbreakingly, only weeks after that song’s release, those lyrics would take on unforeseen meaning when their author was gunned down in an organized slaying. On Sunday, this 28-year-old rapper was driving near his village in Punjab state when he was ambushed and shot dozens of times. According to reports, eight bullets would find their mark and Moose

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17:50

Kendrick Lamar | Before They Were Famous | The Story...

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/05/28

For as long as he’s been making music, Kendrick Lamar has been trying to open minds. But Kendrick Lamar is NOT a role model. On his third studio album “To Pimp a Butterfly”, Kendrick became something of a Liberal champion, but the truth is that -- just like the rest of us -- Kendrick is a deeply flawed individual whose been trying to tell us that the entire time. Sure, he’s a Pulitzer Prize winner. Sold more than 17 Million albums worldwide. Been nominated for 33 Grammys. Won 13. His music is even

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8:03

5 Things That You Have Missed From Look at Me:...

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/05/28

Since the untimely passing of the artist known as XXXtentacion, his legacy and impact on his many fans have only grown, and in many ways has taken a life of its own. From wild memorials and multiple posthumous albums, it truly seems like X’s fans will commemorate him any way they can. XXXtentacion-born Jaseh Onfroy has led one of the most polarizing and infamous careers in hip hop history, one that has recently been extensively covered in the new Hulu documentary titled ‘Look At Me”. This

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9:11

Amber Rose | Where Are They Now | How Kanye West...

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/05/24

Amber Rose isn’t here to make apologies. Not for her body, not for her tattoos, not for her signature buzz-cut, and most definitely not for her sexiness. Anyone who heads over to her Instagram account is bound to get lost spending the next hour or so staring at post after post of Rose’s unique brand that somehow manages to blend sensuality with empowerment. It’s a difficult line to walk for most people and yet somehow, Rose pulls it off pretty effortlessly. After all, it’s not every day that a

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8:32

Matt Stonie | Before They Were Famous | Biography of...

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/05/19

Most people eat to live, but speed eating competitor Matt Stonie lives to eat. I mean, how else could you possibly explain this dude’s ability to crush 14-and-a-half pounds of super-sweet birthday cake in just 8 minutes? Matt first began competing in Major League Eating events in 2011 and by 2015, he was shocking the world by defeating the then eight-time champion Joey Chestnut at Nathan’s infamous International Hot Dog Eating Contest. Since then, Stonie has taken this passion for food and turned it

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8:41

Tony Yayo | Where Are They Now? | What Happened To Him?

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/05/18

Tony Yayo spent a good chunk of his early life with a young 50-Cent, teaming up to rap, hustle, and generally struggle through life together on the mean streets of New York City. But when 50 finally began to hit his stride in the early 2000s, suddenly, Yayo was nowhere to be seen. Turns out, his prior criminal activities had finally caught up with him, landing him behind bars for well over a year. But 50 wouldn’t forget about the man he grew up alongside and when Yayo was finally released, he would

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10:14

Liver King | Before They Were Famous | Why He Eating...

Before They Were Famous ·

2022/05/18

You may have recently come across a massively muscled and bearded figure on TikTok eating things like bull testicles and taking ice baths while delivering some inspirational pep talks. This is the man known as the Liver King and he’s almost always -- at all times -- shirtless. After all, a shirt would only get in the way of his message that the modern world has made men soft and the only way to reclaim our masculinity is to revert back to living like our far more jacked forbearers. How do we do

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