Class of 1988

DJ Jazzy Jeff Recalls Will Smith Trying To Cut His Cast Off With Butter Knives

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DJ Jazzy Jeff says Will Smith once tried to help him cut off a cast by using butter knives. He recalled the story while speaking with the actor on the latest episode of his podcast, Class of ’88. He explained that they were in a hotel room in London working on a new album at the time.

“Right before we left for London, Jeff broke his leg in a car accident. So when we finally arrived in our hotel, Jeff was in a full-length cast from his hip to his ankle,” Smith said. Jeff then interjected: “I probably should have gotten the cast off before we left to go make the album, but I didn’t so I was way past due of this cast coming off to the point that the filling inside the cast started to irritate my kneecap — which is the reason Will kinda came up with this brilliant idea of ‘I can get your cast off.’”

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK–OCTOBER 18: Rap duo DJ Jazzy Jeff (aka Jeff Townes) And The. Fresh Prince (aka Will Smith) appear in a portrait taken on October 18, 1989, in N.Y.C. (Photo by Al Pereira/Getty Images/Michael Ochs Archives)

From there, Smith joked that his go-to answer to ideas is usually “yes.” Jeff then recalled: “They bring up 24 butter knives and he proceeds to saw, and he kind of gets it to the point that the cast starts to split,” before Smith interjected: “So, I had been sawing the cast from the top, which, I guess, isn’t medically recommended, so the cast got stuck maybe halfway down Jeff’s leg.”

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Smith then suggested Jeff get in the tub to “soften” up the cast, which only made matters worse. “It started to shrink, so now it’s choking my leg. And it really didn’t help that through the entire process, he’s laughing,” Jeff explained. “And I’m freaking out. I’m wet, in my underwear, with a cast up to my ankle.” Smith went on: “So JL came in, and JL’s lookin’, it’s like 30 butter knives all over the floor, and you’re in the tub with your cast on… It’s like, ‘What the f*ck are you all doing?’” Check out the full story as told by Smith and Jeff above. Smith is set to sit down with numerous other musical acts from the ’80s on the podcast including Salt-N-Pepa, Queen Latifah, Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, Rakim and Chuck D. Be on the lookout for further updates on Smith’s Class of ’88 podcast on HotNewHipHop.

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Will Smith Announces Hip-Hop Podcast, “Class Of ’88”

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Get ready for a trip down memory lane! Will Smith has enthusiastically joined the podcasting leagues, making the announcement today via Billboard. His upcoming podcast, titled Class of ’88, is set to launch in October and spans eight episodes. The show is dedicated to celebrating the vibrant world of hip-hop in the year 1988, according to Smith. Produced in collaboration with Wondery, Audible, and Awfully Nice, the podcast will find its home on Amazon Music and Audible. Moreover, the podcast should be an immersive audio experience that takes listeners back to the iconic sounds and cultural moments of the 1988 era.

Undoubtedly, 1988 stands as a pivotal year in music history. And Will Smith is poised to be the storyteller of this iconic era. “Hip-hop has been a central part of my life for over four decades,” Smith told Billboard. “I’m hyped to share my first-hand experiences and those of some of hip-hop’s greatest legends as we delve into the origins of one of the most influential genres of music in history.” However, fans will also be able to hear interviews from some of the revolutionary artists from the era.

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HOLLYWOOD, CA – FEBRUARY 24: Actor Will Smith attends the Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Focus” premiere at TCL Chinese Theatre on February 24, 2015 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

However, in the broader trajectory of hip-hop’s evolution, 1988 undeniably holds a special place. 1988 was a time characterized by the groundbreaking rise of talent. This includes the ascent of Public Enemy, DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince. Also, the influential presence of female MCs such as Salt-N-Pepa and Queen Latifah. Moreover, 1988 was particularly significant for Smith himself. It marked the success of his own musical career with DJ Jazzy Jeff, crowned by their chart-topping hit “Parents Just Don’t Understand.” Additionally, it marked a transformative year across the spectrum of music, fashion, and film, birthing a new era that continues to resonate today.

Subsequently, the podcasts’ description is available on the Audible site. Will Smith will deliver untold anecdotes mixed with his firsthand insights. “Through the unique perspective and personal experiences of Will Smith, Class of ’88 reveals the milestone moments, albums and artists that inspired a sonic evolution and secured 1988 as hip hop’s most important year,” the description reads. “Rich with archival material, new interviews with hip-hop’s biggest stars, and personal recollections from Will himself, Class of ’88 delivers fresh untold stories from the year that hip hop overcame the forces that were hell bent on blocking its rise.”

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