DJ Khaled has released eight albums, a dozen hits, broken artists, toured the world and made millions in the consumer product and branding industry. He was already a popular figure in Hip Hop culture before he first picked up his phone and recorded himself watering his garden to the sounds of classic Buju Banton and Sizzla, but his stardom in those days pales in comparison to the icon he is now. With over 7 million daily views on his Snapchat stories and a spot as the sole opener for Beyonce‘s Formation arena tour, DJ Khaled is a full-blown, A-list celebrity, and it caught a lot of people in the entertainment industry, off-guard but him.
You hear of ordinary people achieving viral success all the time, but Khaled’s already bubbling and amiable personality was magnified by his hilariously creative intriguing
That’s been Khaled’s key since he burst onto the scene in 2004, and his diligent attitude indicates that this leg of his career is no accident. He’s been talking about and working towards it for years, and on his first-ever solo Source cover he’s defiant in the face of doubt, suited up as if he’s prepared to visit with Barack Obama at The White House. (Oh, he did that earlier this year.) It’s no secret that DJ Khaled has wanted his own solo Source cover in the past, and this year, he’s done that too. Check out an excerpt of his in-depth interview, where he touches on things you won’t be able to find out about by watching his Snapchat. Oh, and don’t forget, he’s still got albums to make. His 9th solo LP, Major Key, featuring Jay Z, Future, apparently Drake, and more, coming soon.
News broke recently about your fiancée expecting, how did you feel about that getting out to the public?
It didn’t come from me, but it’s a super blessing. The word got out and I knew it would, because I’m super excited about it. God is great. It’s my first child and I’ve always wanted kids.
Do you think fatherhood will change you?
Everybody tells me it will and I absolutely believe that. That’s me being born. I can’t wait to be able to talk my son or daughter and give them that talk. Out the gate they’re getting that talk! I’m going to spoil them so much. I’m going to give them the world. Some people are against that but I’m like, spoil your kids man! What do you want to do, show them “They”? Show them joy, so much joy, nothing but joy. And when they grow up they will have a “joy” mentality.
Do you have plans to get married any time soon?
It’s definitely a possibility. But it’s not so much a timing thing. I told my girl we’re gonna be together forever. I told her give me your heart and I’ll give you mine, and let’s not drop it.
In the issue, we also dive into the world of academia’s (and the Obamas’) new obsession with rap, as well as some important testimonials from a few rap stars about the importance of maintaining a certain level of physical and mental health. We talk to rising upstarts like Cousin Stizz, Dreezy and B. Smyth, and dig deep into dancehall culture, which is helping artists like Rihanna, Drakeand Alicia Keys rule the charts in 2016. Also, see what we had to say about Drake’s pivotal Views album, and check out our new summer fashion spread, featuring the beautiful Sevyn Streeter.
Stay tuned for our second cover reveal next week, and grab your copy of Issue #270 on newsstands and on our digital app on May 24.
In the issue, we also dive into the world of academia’s (and the Obamas’) new obsession with rap, as well as some important testimonials from a few rap stars about the importance of maintaining a certain level of physical and mental health. We talk to rising upstarts like Cousin Stizz, Dreezy and B. Smyth, and dig deep into dancehall culture, which is helping artists like Rihanna, Drake and Alicia Keys rule the charts in 2016. Also, see what we had to say about Drake’s pivotal Views album, and check out our new summer fashion spread, featuring the beautiful Sevyn Streeter.
Get your copy of The Source on newsstands or to your phone, iPad or laptop here on Tuesday.
