2 Chainz Opens Up About His Fallout
Breaking Away from DTP
2Chainz revealed the real reason he left Ludacris’ DTP label,
citing a deep personal disconnect.
On a recent podcast, he bluntly stated, “I’m a real felon!”,
explaining that his life experience never aligned with the label’s image.
A Mismatch in Identity
He said DTP’s “Disturbing the Peace” branding felt minor compared to his own background,
making it hard for him to truly belong or express himself fully as an artist.
The Cost of Freedom
Leaving wasn’t easy. 2Chainz paid hundreds of thousands of dollars
to exit his contract and gave up points on his first three albums.
Despite the loss, he was driven by independence, saying,
“I just wanted to be on my own,”.
Looking Ahead
Now preparing his eighth album, 2Chainz views the sacrifice as necessary.
His journey underscores the value of self-awareness, ownership,
and choosing long-term freedom over short-term comfort.
