Tommy Wright III (Full Interview) | Ham Radio | All Def Music

Memphis LEGEND, Tommy Wright III drops by HAM Radio and opens up about his early beginnings, the ’80s & ’90s era, dealing dope, jail time, Memphis music history, leading role in Hustle & Flow, influencing A$AP Rocky, 2 Chainz, Lil Yachty, and much more. #HAMRADIO Tommy Wright III speaks about: Early start as a DIY artist since 92’ and dating back even earlier. (2:53) Working with DJ Paul and Lord Infamous before Three 6 Mafia (7:30) Spice 1 and the influence for Memphis sound (10:40) Crossing paths with Gangsta Boo (16:34) In and out of jail and getting deep into the drug game (19:30) Being the inspiration for the movie Hustle & Flow and getting caught up dealing dope (21:21) Resurgence of Tommy Wright III and inspiring A$AP Rocky, 2 Chainz, Lil B, Kreayshawn, Gucci Mane, and Lil Yachty (36:50) Inspiration for a character in Spring Breakers (41:00) Hip Hop Royalty of Memphis (58:15) Bone Thugs &