In this powerful interview, Rich Homie Quan’s Dad speaks on Birdman skipping the funeral, getting shot 6 times, Young Thug’s silence, and what Takeoff’s death taught him about legacy. He doesn’t hold back — this is one of the realest convos we’ve had on It’s Up There Podcast. Rich Homie Quan’s Dad finally breaks his silence in this explosive sit-down. For the first time, he opens up about Birdman missing Quan’s funeral, getting shot 6 times in a barbershop ambush, and the silence from Young Thug and others in the industry. He speaks on legacy, trauma, and why Takeoff’s tragic estate battle made him take action to protect his son’s kids. This is more than an interview — it’s a raw look into the real pain behind hip-hop fame, the pressure on Black fathers, and what happens when the industry leaves you behind. If you rock with the culture, you need to hear this. 🔑 He talks about: Getting shot six times inside a barbershop and surviving Birdman not showing up to his son’s funeral — and what that really meant The “Lifestyle” story with Young Thug and how fast it came together How the death of Takeoff made him rethink everything about family and money The people who did step up: Gucci Mane, Shannon Sharpe, and others Mental health, therapy at 55, and the trauma Black men carry in silence Why he tells every young rapper: Get a living will. Protect your legacy. Why the industry only shows love when you’re dead — and how he’s fighting back 🎧 Listen early: https://patreon.com/ItsUpTherePodcast 💬 Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/3AwsHfDcJB 📹 Watch more: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnwwxLxHiDWYLCXvb81w69QAfr6cc1Y3N 📸 Follow on IG: https://instagram.com/itsuptherepodcast 🎙️ Hosted by Loon #RichHomieQuan #Birdman #YoungThug #Takeoff #ItsUpTherePodcast #QuanDadInterview #HipHopPodcast #BarbershopShooting #YSL #LifestyleSong #GucciMane #Charlamagne #ShannonSharpe #musicindustry 0:00 - Introduction and Welcome to the Final Boss Podcast 2:30 - Rich Homie Quan's Father's Initial Thoughts on Losing His Son 4:15 - Processing Grief and the Reality of Burying His Child 6:45 - The Unique Father-Son Bond They Shared 8:20 - Daily Communication and Morning Phone Calls 11:00 - Quan's Baseball Career and Athletic Background 13:30 - The Barbershop Legacy and Family Business 15:45 - 2014 Barbershop Shooting Incident - What Really Happened 18:30 - Being Targeted and Shot Six Times 21:15 - Recovery and Stopping the Barbershop Business 23:45 - Quan's Rise in Music vs. Baseball Career Path 26:30 - Witnessing His Son's Musical Talent and Easy Success 29:00 - The Dark Side of Fame and Mental Health Struggles 32:15 - Seeking Therapy and Breaking Stigma in Black Community 35:30 - Depression and Coping with Loss 38:45 - Financial Matters and Estate Planning 41:20 - Rich Homie Quan's Financial Status at Time of Passing 43:55 - Ensuring His Five Children's Future 46:30 - No Will vs. Structured Assets Discussion 49:15 - Birdman's Relationship and Industry Dynamics 52:00 - Who Called vs. Who Didn't After Quan's Passing 54:45 - Industry Exploitation and Making Money Off Artists 57:30 - Fly's Support During Funeral Arrangements 60:15 - The Rap Game as a Curse and Blessing 63:00 - Quan's Influence on Modern Hip-Hop Sound 65:45 - Signs from Beyond - Cardinals and Spiritual Connections 68:20 - Missing Daily Conversations and Bike Rides 71:00 - Boxing Conversations and Shared Interests 73:30 - Importance of Pictures and Memories 76:15 - Reading Text Messages for Comfort 78:45 - Advice on Estate Planning and Trusts 81:30 - The Value of Black Platforms and Authentic Interviews 84:00 - Quan's Respect for Real Journalism 86:45 - Personal Reflections on Fatherhood 89:30 - No Regrets as a Father Join Our Its Up There Podcast Clip Channel now https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEh6Wk40kcNcMJ4t_jtmluw Discord https://discord.gg/GJKXMWQS For all exclusive interviews & more content not here click here https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast 🚨Unreleased Interviews https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast 🦺All Merch Options teespring.com/its-up-there-podcast-merch 🎧LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jheeb8FxYVDRo8khyrz36?si=e339dD2JRte2MYX2Uon3BQ 👀 SUBSCRIBE HERE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_GorAVekpEVDlk1Yc8giw 👂 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-up-there-podcast/id1317524092?uo=4 👣FOLLOW ITS UP THERE PODCAST HOST : INSTAGRAM | fogfo_looney TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@fogfo_looney PATREON| https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast SUBSCRIBE TO Youtube Channel ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_GorAVekpEVDlk1Yc8giw WATCH MORE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwNIuOcAtoo&list=PLnwwxLxHiDWayq4HPgNYUtsAGvqe3liOO
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