Ruff Ryders originator Joaquin “Waah” Dean makes his way to The Combat Jack Show to give a history lesson on the “beginnings” of the label

There’s no denying it, Ruff Ryders was once known as one of the most supreme labels to crank out some of Hip Hop’s greatest hits not too long ago. It was just a matter of time till the gang over at The Combat Jack Show reminded us just how important this label was to the culture of Hip Hop.

Continuing his insightful podcast, Reggie Ossé, and The Combat Jack Show crew invite none other than Joaquin “Waah” Dean to come in and talk all things Ruff Ryders. Waah Dean takes us down memory lane and talks about how the label got started and where the name “Ruff Ryders” originated from to details on the first time Jay Z and DMX freestyle battled in a Bronx Pool hall. Any fan of Hip Hop should take a listen to the interview below.

After listening to the interview, only thing Drew can imagine is what if Hov, Ja-Rule and DMX actually stuck it and became an official group. Would that be the best rap group of all time? Catch Drew on twitter and talk all things Hip Hop @Drewtheabstract