On this Funky Friday, Cam sits down with Chance the Rapper for a wide-ranging convo on hustle, independence, and staying true to your roots. From selling CDs with NFC tech to building an empire outside the mainstream, Chance shares the ups and downs of going independent. They dive into Chicago’s influence, the evolution of the rap scene, fatherhood, and the creative process behind his new album. Whether you're an artist, a fan, or just on your grind — this one's packed with gems.00:00- Chance Speaks...00:50- Guest Introduction: Chance the Rapper01:22- Chance's New Album and Creative Process02:42- The Journey of Independence03:51- Personal Connections and Selling CDs07:07- Misconceptions and Realities of Fame09:41- Chicago's Influence on Chance's Music13:04- Creating Music and Album Titles16:50- Ghana Trip and New Inspirations24:03- The Business of Being Independent33:00- Building Personal Connections with Fans33:44- Challenges of Being an Introverted Artist34:55- The Economics of Independent Music35:44- Grassroots Promotion and Success38:51- Navigating Criticism and Seeking Validation43:02- Family Influence and Political Activism48:04- Growing Up in Church and Its Influence52:13- Chicago's Cultural and Musical Impact55:46- Reflections on Kanye and Artistic Influence58:52- The Role of Celebrities in Public Discourse01:09 :23- Spotlighting Emerging Artists01:12 :27- The Emotional Power of Music01:13 :12- The Inspiration Behind the Album01:14 :42- Creating Music for Different Moods01:15 :30- Shoutouts and Team Acknowledgements01:15 :50- Reflecting on Past Projects01:17 :31-The Impact of Criticism01:18 :50- Exploring New Creative Outlets01:21 :03- Fatherhood and Family Values01:24 :54- Co-Parenting and Public Perception01:29 :36- Balancing Responsibilities and Public Image01:39 :33- Advice for Aspiring Artists01:44 :23- One Finger, One Pinky, One Thumb = One Love 📲Follow Cam Newton on Social Media!📹Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cameron1newton📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cameron1newton🐦Twitter: https://twitter.com/CameronNewton/👤Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CamJNewton2/🎩Shop all my hand made hats:https://bit.ly/MeshikaShop🎞️ Host / Executive Producer:Cam NewtonProducer:Jauné Jackson📸https://www.instagram.com/jaunejackson/Director:Omari Collins📸https://www.instagram.com/ogcollinsTalent Producer/ Co- Producer Alaitra Mcgrone📸https://www.instagram.com/alaitra.mcgroneCamera:Jean-Pierre Chapoteau📸https://www.instagram.com/jchapoteauVashon Revils📸https://www.instagram.com/v2r_filmsEditors:Richard Steward II📸https://www.instagram.com/theycallme.dotJean-Pierre Chapoteau📸https://www.instagram.com/jchapoteauLocation Sound / Sound Mix and Master:Troy Hermes📸https://www.instagram.com/troyhermesDigital:Brendan Cole📸https://www.instagram.com/brendan_coleProduction:: 🎬: Iconic Saga📸https://bit.ly/IconicSagaInstagram