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Jeezy Opens Up On Being Molestated As A Child

November 8, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Jeezy has revealed that he was a victim of childhood molestation. Speaking with Nia Long for an interview following the release of his new album, I Might Forgive… But I Don’t Forget, Jeezy reflected on various moments of trauma from his childhood, as well as other topics.

“I was introduced to sex at very young age,” Jeezy admits during the discussion. Long asks if he means, “molested?” to which he nods in agreement, “basically.” At another point, he recalls watching a neighbor shoot his wife when he was just 8 years old. “I remember it like it was yesterday. They got into an argument,” he said, noting that he hid under a sink as the man fired four shots. “Before I was 8, I had already accepted that this is the norm. I was already desensitized. I was already thinking this is what life is.”

Jeezy Performs In Texas

CEDAR PARK, TEXAS – NOVEMBER 4: Jeezy performs at H-E-B Center at Cedar Park on November 4, 2023 in Cedar Park, Texas. (Photo by Thaddaeus McAdams/Getty Images)

It’s not the first time Jeezy has opened up about his tough upbringing. Speaking with PEOPLE following the release of his recent memoir, Adversity For Sale, Jeezy recalled having suicidal thoughts at one point as a teenager. “So it was all this stuff in my head. I just remember standing there and it was for a brief moment, I would say at least about 10 minutes, I actually contemplated jumping in the water,” he said. “I had never had suicidal thoughts, but I [thought], ‘Well, shit, if I just jump in the water, I ain’t gotta deal with this, I ain’t gotta go back home, I gotta do none of these things.’”

Jeezy Reflects On His Upbringing With Nia Long

Jeezy released I Might Forgive… But I Don’t Forget as his 13th studio album, last week. Check out his full interview with Nia Long above and be on the lookout for further updates on the rapper on HotNewHipHop.

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Jeezy Reveals What Earns Him The Most Income

September 9, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Jeezy says that, despite his prolific rap career, most of his income stems from his various business ventures. He discussed his financial portfolio during a recent interview with Forbes New Money on Wednesday.

“I would say my business endeavors are the most profitable,” Jeezy said on the show. “I have a Steakhouse, a spirits company, I’ve built and solid spirits, I don’t know if you know about Avión tequila. Shoutout to my partner Ken Austin. We basically built it up, sold it to Pernod Ricard, which is probably one of the biggest deals of the year on the low.”

Jeezy Shows Off A Bottle Of Avión

BIRMINGHAM, MI – MAY 14: Jeezy poses with bottle of Avion Reserva 44 at the Tequila Avion Celebrates Jeezy private dinner at the Townsend Hotel on May 14, 2016 in Birmingham, Michigan. (Photo by Scott Legato/Getty Images for Tequila Avion )

He continued: “And then, I just acquired Naud Spirits out of Cognac, France. We have Cognac, Vodka, and Gin. Defiance fuel water, which is an athlete’s water. Major, probably Dr. Pepper or somebody gon’ pick us up. I’ma tell you what they know, cause’ I can’t tell you what they don’t know cause’ I’m still street. I can’t give it all up, but what they do know. You feel me? My uncle always told me don’t let ya right hand know what ya left hand doin.” Jeezy added that he doesn’t “do anything for just money” and “if I don’t have any equity in it, I don’t want to touch it or put my likeness to it.” Check out the interview below.

Jeezy Discusses His Financial Portfolio

The conversation with Forbes comes as Jeezy is promoting his new memoir, Adversity For Sale: Ya Gotta Believe. The release of the book made Jeezy a New York Times Best Selling author. It details the trials and tribulations of his career, which he hopes will inspire people to follow their dreams. The book is available now.

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Jeezy’s Memoir ‘Adversity for Sale’ Hits Second Week on New York Times Best Sellers List

September 7, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Renowned Grammy-nominated recording artist, successful businessman, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Jay “Jeezy” Jenkins is once again making headlines, this time for the extraordinary success of his debut memoir, Adversity for Sale. The inspirational memoir published by Harper Collins Leadership initially captured hearts and minds as it debuted on the prestigious New York Times Best Sellers list at an impressive #13. Adversity for Sale has climbed even higher in its second week on the chart, securing the #10 spot. The memoir’s audio version also made waves, debuting at #11 on the monthly Audio list.

Adversity for Sale provides an intimate glimpse into Jeezy’s remarkable journey, chronicling his rise from the streets to the pinnacle of the music industry and beyond. The book highlights the artist’s unwavering determination, resilience, and tireless work ethic that paved his path to success.

“This is a life-changing moment for me and for all of us,” Jeezy said. “We did this together for the culture. To witness people embracing my story and evolution is an incredible feeling. It’s distinct from my experiences in rap because through this book, I am not only entertaining them, but also helping them educate themselves by sharing my personal journey. It’s a powerful realization that my story has the potential to inspire and empower others in a profound way.”

This gripping memoir has garnered widespread acclaim from fans and critics alike. In the lead-up to its release, Jeezy appeared on several esteemed platforms, including Good Morning America, The Today Show, ABC News Live Prime, NBC News, GMA3, MSNBC, People Magazine, The Lewis Howes Podcast, and numerous national radio programs. The extensive media coverage underscores the anticipation and excitement surrounding Adversity for Sale.

Adversity for Sale is available in multiple formats, including hardcover, e-book, and audiobook, with Jeezy personally narrating the latter. Readers can find the book at leading retailers and online platforms, including Harper Collins’ official website, as well as major and boutique outlets where books are sold. Don’t miss the chance to be inspired by Jeezy’s incredible journey through “Adversity for Sale.”

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Jeezy Explains Meaning Behind “Adversity For Sale” Book Title

August 9, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Jeezy recently discussed the title of his new book, Adversity For Sale, explaining that he hopes the memoir serves as inspiration for his audience to achieve their dreams. He spoke about the book during a new sit-down with Good Morning America.

“I think people always tell you about their success stories, but one thing that I’ve learned about life is that in every failure there’s a lesson,” Jeezy said. “And every time I ever failed it set me up for my next task. I think to share your failures with your community and your peers and people that love you. They’ll just start to understand that it’s never too late, and that they can always push through, because sometimes you get in situations where you think it’s the end when it’s really the beginning.”

Jeezy Performs In Atlanta

ATLANTA, GA – JULY 25: Young Jeezy performs at Jeezy Presents TM101: 10 Year Anniversary at The Fox Theatre on July 25, 2015 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Prince Williams/WireImage)

He continued: “This book is for people who want to do better today than they did yesterday because, especially being a Black man in America, coming up we always had to fight to get our voice heard, and I think this book can help anybody who has to fight to get to where they’re trying to be. Because you have to start from the bottom to get to the top. But once you get to the top you gotta know how to stay there. Success is about you.” Check out Jeezy’s full comments below.

Jeezy Discusses “Adversity For Sale” On “Good Morning America”

Jeezy has been promoting the book in interviews for weeks. Speaking with PEOPLE, he reflected on a difficult stretch in his life when he contemplated suicide. The “brief moment” lasted while he was attending a Youth Challenge program in Fort Stewart, Georgia. In other interviews, he’s discussed how he transitioned from being a drug dealer to a full-time rapper. Adversity For Sale is available now.

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Jeezy Recalls Having “Suicidal Thoughts” For A “Brief Moment”

August 9, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Jeezy says that he went through a “brief moment” he considered suicide while attending a Youth Challenge program in Fort Stewart, Georgia. He discussed the period from his life while speaking with PEOPLE. The interview comes amid of the release of his new memoir, Adversity For Sale.

“You’re basically in the Marines or the Army and people are telling you what to do. You gotta shine your boots,” the Atlanta rapper recalled. “I don’t know about anybody else [but] I’m just not good at being told what to do. And I’m coming from a place where I’m basically a boss. But maybe a few weeks in I’m like, ‘Hold up, I’m working out.’ It taught me structure. And it took me out of the environment that I was in for me to become even more focused than I was because I thought I was focused, but I really wasn’t. I didn’t have a plan. I just was going through the motions.”

Jeezy In Concert

ATLANTA, GA – JULY 25: Young Jeezy performs at Jeezy Presents. TM101: 10 year anniversay concert at The Fox Theatre on July 25, 2015 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Prince Williams/WireImage)

From there, Jeezy continued: I remember standing there and saying to myself: ‘Man, if you go back home and you don’t figure this out. Because I don’t want to end up like my friends.’ My friends became junkies and they were getting killed and all these things. So it was all this stuff in my head. I just remember standing there and it was for a brief moment, I would say at least about 10 minutes, I actually contemplated jumping in the water. I had never had suicidal thoughts, but I [thought], ‘Well, shit, if I just jump in the water, I ain’t gotta deal with this, I ain’t gotta go back home, I gotta do none of these things.’”

Jeezy has been speaking with numerous outlets about the book in recent weeks, including Good Morning America as well as Rap Radar, among others. He says that his goal is to inspire his fans to fight through adversity and achieve their dreams. Adversity For Sale is available now.

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