Money B on Hip-Hop’s Golden Era, Tupac Almost Quitting Rap & Shock G’s Digital Underground

Step back into the golden age of hip-hop with Money B of Digital Underground as he shares untold stories that shaped rap history. In this candid conversation, Money B reflects on the pure energy of the era, the creative brilliance of Shock G, and the early struggles of a young Tupac Shakur — including the shocking moment when Pac nearly walked away from rap before finding his voice with Digital Underground.

From one-take studio sessions that revealed Tupac’s raw genius, to behind-the-scenes memories of tours, collaborations, and the playful but powerful legacy of Digital Underground, Money B paints a vivid picture of what it meant to come up in hip-hop’s most influential decade. Along the way, he breaks down the culture, the music, and the community that defined an entire generation.

Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering these stories for the first time, this episode captures the essence of hip-hop when it was still pure, raw, and unstoppable.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:22 Money B's Early Life and Career
08:53 Black Panther Party and Education
25:26 Graffiti, DJing, and Early Hip Hop
36:25 Tupac Almost Quits Before Joining Digital Underground Tour Plans
36:53 Shock G's Musical Genius
39:03 The Making of I Get Around
39:47 Innovative Production Techniques
43:25 The Humpty Dance and Its Influence
49:08 Bay Area Hip Hop Culture
01:02:07 The Golden Era of Hip Hop
01:08:58 New Bay Area Artists to Watch
01:14:38 Top Five Rappers Discussion
01:15:40 The Story Behind Same Song
01:18:21 Impact of Digital Underground
01:22:22 Memorable Moments with Tupac
01:33:13 Advice for the Younger Generation
01:39:03 The Role of Michael Bivins
01:49:36 Closing Remarks and Social Media Plugs