Sad Boys For Real! Chicago Artist, Demetri Wiley, visits PVTSTCK to discuss his early love for music, becoming a cultural voice with his "Lost Loverboy," podcast, the experiences he's dealt with when searching for love from others & himself, and overcoming the darkest period in his life. In the song, "Lost Loverboy," Demetri says, "“I think it’s time I finally try find myself / I been running from love / just trynna hide Fromm all this pain I felt." Demetri often searched for love from others, due to the lack of love he felt for himself. Constantly pouring into others from a cup that was more than half empty. It wasn't until he was questioning his purpose in life; when he truly searched for the love he needed, and found it from himself. Also discussed, the importance of becoming a father, a 10+ year love story that left him heartbroken, and learning to let go of relationships that don't serve him.

Sad Boys For Real! Chicago rapper, Gado 2x, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss the highs & lows of his journey. From receiving features from G Herbo & Valee, to getting locked up for a weekend and being forced to reflect. Gado has faced many of his own struggles, but has continued to look for ways to elevate throughout his life. In the song, "First Day Out," Gado says, “Ain’t no criminal, I’m just misunderstood." A feeling that is consistently discussed for many creatives; for Gado, this feeling runs deeper than the surface. Gado allows his music to tell the stories he usually keeps silent about. Also discussed, Impact of Father's Incarceration, Losing A Child, and Reflecting On What Could've Been had he stayed in Chicago.

Sad Boys For Real! Interscope signed recording artist, Big Kay Beezy, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss overcoming a murder charge, singing to Interscope, becoming a dad, and being the role model that he never had. In the song, "Set The Record Straight," Beezy raps, "Screaming what’s up now / but deep inside I’m breaking down / and they not trynna see me smile." Beezy has endured more than most in this lifetime. From fighting for his life, losing close friends, and reaching the lowest point of his life at what should've been the highest. Often, people are forced to put on a smile when all they want to do is stop and breakdown. Through it all, Beezy has embodied the definition of resilience; not allowing anything to stop him from being the role model he didn't have growing up. Also discussed, impact of parents' divorce, why he continued to pursue street life, working with Polo G, and maintaining mental health even at his lowest.

Sad Boys For Real! No More Heroes Videographer, Sergio Esparza, slides to PVTSTCK to talk about his decision to quit school & pursue videography, Regrets from past decisions, and working with some of the biggest artists in Hip-Hop at this moment! In the song, "Eastside," Halsey says, "Seventeen and we got a dream to have a family / A house and everything in between / And then, oh, suddenly we turned twenty-three / Now we got pressure for taking our life more seriously." A feeling that every young 20 year old goes through. There becomes a pressure to succeed, and make sacrifices in your personal life. Sometimes, these sacrifices aren't even worth your happiness. Fortunately Sergio has been blessed to work with No More Heroes, and shoot for artists such as Sexxy Red, Mello Buckz, DCG Bros & MORE! Also discussed, MISSING dad's birthday, Trying to Sneak Into G Herbo Show, Building Community In Chicago.

Sad Boys For Real. R&B Singer, Jaas, slides to PVTSCK, to discuss her hiatus from music after her Debut EP, non-traditional view on cheating, toxic relationships, and learning & practicing self-love. In the song, "Unavailable," Jaas sings, "Pain is love, you know you taught me first / So I think I'll wash my hands with." A feeling that is all too familiar to everyone; even those who are too prideful to admit it. Through this experience, we learn what we will accept from love, as well as reject from it. For Jaas, she realized that her self-worth comes from more than just relationships & wholeness won't come from solely another individual. Jaas explores the concept of love through her music, and allows it to tell her story to a T. She chases her passion to the very end, and won't let anybody stop her from being the star she's meant to be. Also discussed, working with Chris Classick, Briefly living in Atlanta, Influence of growing up around males, and Finding her Purpose in Chicago.

Sad Boys For Real! Washington Wizards Forward, Richaun Holmes, invites us to discuss the struggles he's overcome to make it to the NBA, mental impact of being traded mid-season, and maintaining professionalism while dealing with adversity. In the song, "Soul Right," Femdot says, "Understand that in this world put your joy first / I seen a lot of things, but never a trailer on a hearst / so yes, build some, get some for the lineage / but doing so without living life is ridiculous." This is a sentiment that most people chasing their passion can relate to. For Richaun, this goes back to the fear of failing, and not being enough for what his family needs. Not only that, but not being everything he thought he could be. Also discussed, Getting Benched After Welcome To The NBA Moment From Lebron, Being Traded For "Cash Considerations," Definition of Being A Man.

Sad Boys For Real! Chicago singer, Munna Ikee, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss his recent visit to No Jumper, the influence from growing up in O'Block, and the mental impact of losing close friends. Munna Ikee sings in his song, "Hope In My Hood," "I been tryna find hope, but I'm the hope in my hood," Ikee has witnessed the many phases his community has gone through. From the peaks of Chief Keef & King Von, to the losses of some of the people closest to him & his neighborhood. Ikee talks about feeling like all hope has been lost, but with love & leadership he can be the one to bring hope back to O'Block. Also discussed, relationship with Shoebox Baby, being forced to grow up fast/losing his childhood, and feeling misunderstood by those closest to him.

Sad Boys For Real! Chicago Rapper, Juwon, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss the formation of OG music group, growing up with immigrant parents, and the significance of being able to blend into both corporate & street life. Finding your voice & your purpose is sometimes the hardest thing to do; especially once you've finished school during a pandemic. In the song "Feeling Lucky," Juwon says, "Ever hear a rap before? Cause them lil boys ain't ****** with me." It wasn't long ago that Juwon was strictly focused on throwing parties; however, he's is quickly rising in them music scene & showing the world that he belongs. Also discussed, QUITTING basketball in college, self-expression through music, being pushed to pursue music, and figuring out purpose in life.