Club Shay Shay – Blueface Part 2 (Dec 24, 2025)

Podcast: Club Shay Shay
Host: Shannon Sharpe
Guest: Blueface
Episode Theme: Life after fame, lessons learned from music, business, prison, relationships, and the realities of celebrity culture and masculinity, with Blueface’s signature candidness.

Overview

In Part 2 of his Club Shay Shay interview, rapper Blueface returns for a raw, humorous, and sometimes vulnerable conversation with Shannon Sharpe. The discussion ranges from rap industry insights and lessons learned from early success, to prison life, betrayals in business and personal circles, boxing ambitions, and the complexities of relationships, masculinity, and fame. Blueface’s unapologetic personality blends with Shannon’s probing yet playful interviewing, resulting in candid revelations and memorable exchanges.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Rap Career and Business Moves

• Transition from Rap to Business:
  • Blueface discusses rap as a stepping stone to other ventures.
    • “Rapping, of course, is how—it was like a stepping stool for me, you know? ... That’s how I’m able to do all the stuff that I’m able to do.” (07:24)
  • He’d prefer to make money quietly, out of the spotlight, but fame still drives his income.
    • “If I could have the money without my business being out there, I must take that.” (08:01)
• Lessons from Music Industry:
  • Never count out an artist—comebacks happen.
    • “Music has taught me not to write people off.” (08:25)
  • Choosing Cash Money over other labels for cultural compatibility.
    • “Cash Money, they was some nigga shit, you know, right? So I signed with 'em. Cause I could do nigga shit.” (09:37)
  • Birdman’s mentorship: blending street smarts with corporate strategy.
    • “Birdman taught me just how to conduct yourself… you can still be a street dude and move like a corporate person.” (10:12)

2. Collaborations and Industry Relationships

• Double XL 2019 Freshman Class:
  • Doesn’t maintain relationships with classmates but acknowledges their talent.
    • “Do you keep in contact with any of those?”
      “No. I mean, I’ve done music with a couple… but as far as today, no.” (10:46–10:56)
• Impact of Cardi B Feature:
  • Turned Blueface into a national/international sensation.
    • “That took me over that water, man. That’s when overseas start coming in.” (12:22)
  • Shout-out to Cardi for opening new markets and opportunities.
• On Fame and Fickle Relationships:
  • Early music relationships shift when clout fades.
    • “When it gets rocky, start acting funny… you don’t get to [use me] and then two years later… start just saying shit.” (16:28–17:32)
  • Commentary on industry “brotherhood” being conditional.
    • “They only their brother as long as they can use you when you hot.” —Shannon Sharpe (17:35)

3. Money, Investments, and Lessons Learned

• Spending vs. Investing:
  • Early splurges: “I wasn’t even thinking about nothing… buying jewelry, all type of shit, cars.” (13:25)
  • Realizes value in investing, notably in real estate.
    • “Started buying houses, though. That was probably the best investment I made.” (13:25)
• Managing Money for Others:
  • Gave $90k to his child’s mother while in prison—came back to nothing.
    • “You gave your baby mama 90?”
      “Yeah, but she had nothing when I came back.” (49:49–49:57)

4. Legal Issues and Prison Life

• Probation Restrictions:

  • Can’t leave county, hampering music/tour ambitions.
    • “That’s why I’m only doing, like, local stuff right now until…they trust me more to leave.” (13:48)

• Prison Experiences:

  • Gained muscle mass (“was 150, now 210 pounds”) via bodyweight exercises.
  • “Nobody mess with you in there if they see you get big.” (44:29)
  • On prison culture: “It’s all about respect, all about masculinity.” (43:49)
  • On celebrity status in prison: “Everybody treats you like you’re not famous in there… Even the police treat you like that.” (42:33)

• Altercations & Survival:

  • Story of being stabbed and chased in a boxing gym:
    • “He started chasing me all around… I’m in the boxing gym like a maniac… I turn around, I retreat, I jump in the ring, he stabbed me in the leg.” (33:11–35:56)

• Resolving to Stay Out:

  • “I’m never going back. I ain’t gonna never be seen.” (47:57)
  • Prison experiences taught him about loyalty, betrayal, and the real costs of incarceration.

5. Boxing and Public Challenges

• Interest in Boxing Matches:
  • Wants to box Jake Paul, Soulja Boy, NLE Choppa, Tekashi 6ix9ine, and others:
    • “You trying to glove up Soulja Boy, Nle Choppa…?” —Shannon
      “Yeah, all of them.” —Blueface (19:46–20:03)
  • On Jake Paul: “I’m already two and oh… I already been doing this in the arenas.” (20:49)
  • Entertains idea of fighting for entertainment, but draws line at “real” opponents.
• Boxing Mishaps:
  • Recounts taking a body shot from Ryan Garcia:
    • “My liver ain’t tough. I guess my shit weak.” (31:35)
• Fights in Prison:
  • Claims an undefeated (9–0) record, but clarifies it’s about standing ground, not bullying.

6. Relationships, Masculinity, and Gender Dynamics

• Dating Philosophy:

  • Advocates dating multiple women to learn what you do/don’t like.
    • “You should date as many people as you can so you can find out what you like.” (51:35)

• Double Standards and Openness:

  • Open to partners with “a past,” but wants transparency, especially regarding industry connections.
    • “How many rappers have you slept with? What’s their names? So that way I…” (62:44)
  • “It’s not gonna stop me from with you. It’s just for my knowledge.” (63:42)

• Rules and Boundaries:

  • Not possessive once a relationship ends.
    • “I still f*** them. I can’t be like this and be holding court on no female.” (58:40)
  • Accepts cheating as a two-way street: “If I cheat on you and you cheat back, we even.” (76:41)

• Lessons from Family:

  • Upbringing (mother/sister) shaped his skepticism toward women and sense of self-reliance.
    • “Probably my mom, my sister…it starts with your family.” (69:16)

• Notable Exchange:

  • On fighting his ex’s father:
    • Shannon: “But that’s old man. You can’t fight people dad.”
    • Blueface: “If they hit me, I’m a reactor. Shannon, just…” (67:09–67:13)

7. Fame, Identity, and Legacy

• On the highs and lows of fame:

  • Would prefer money over fame: “If I could have the money without the fame, yeah… be a better life.” (82:04)
  • Fame’s addictive pull: “Clout’s definitely addicting. It’s a hell of a drug.” (81:41)

• On Legacy:

  • Wants to be remembered for authenticity:
    • “Just real… Just keeping it real… If Blueface said that shit, it happened.” (82:34–82:54)

• Advice to Others:

  • Openly gives advice based on lived experience:
    • “If you can tell somebody your experience and they still go through with it… I told you.” (83:49)

8. Humor & Notable Banter

• Blueface on His Most Valuable Possession:
  • “Probably my dick. Ain't gonna lie, man. Ain't gonna lie. That's the only thing I can hold every night, feel me?” (77:38)
  • Shannon: “I was hoping you say the restaurant.” (77:47)
• Playful Generational/Romantic Ribbing:
  • Blueface playfully teases Shannon: “You cheated yourself out of life, 57 years, you ain't experienced half the shit I experienced.” (86:33)
• Rap Outro:
  • Blueface ends with lyrics from “Grinding All My Life.”

Notable Quotes & Timestamps

• “Rapping... was like a stepping stool for me, you know?... But my heart’s not in that.” – Blueface (07:24)
• “Music has taught me not to write people off.” – Blueface (08:25)
• “Birdman taught me just how to conduct yourself... you can still be a street dude and move like a corporate person.” – Blueface (10:12)
• “That Cardi B feature took me over that water, man. That’s when overseas start coming in…” – Blueface (12:22)
• “I wasn’t even thinking about nothing… buying jewelry, all type of shit, cars.” – Blueface (13:25)
• “When it gets rocky, start acting funny.” – Blueface (16:28)
• “If I had to put a record on [fights in prison], probably say like 9 and 0.” – Blueface (40:31)
• “I’m never going back. I ain’t gonna never be seen.” – Blueface (47:57)
• “You should date as many people as you can so you can find out what you like...” – Blueface (51:35)
• “If I cheat on you and you cheat back, we even.” – Blueface (76:41)
• “If Blueface said that shit, it happened.” – Blueface (82:54)

Timestamps for Major Segments

• Business vs. Rapping, Investments, Music Industry Real Talk: 07:08–13:37
• Collaborations, Fame, and Relationships in Rap: 10:32–15:09
• Probation & Limitations on Touring: 13:37–14:10
• Falling Out With Rappers, Industry Brotherhood: 16:28–17:53
• Boxing Challenges, Prison Fights, and Gym Incident: 19:46–42:09
• Prison Culture, Weight Gain, Lessons Learned: 42:09–48:00
• Managing Money for Family & Betrayal: 49:49–51:12
• Dating Philosophy and Gender Roles: 51:35–70:37
• Mother & Family Influence: 69:16–71:16
• On Fame, Legacy, and Advice to Others: 81:12–84:27
• Humorous Banter & Closing: 77:38–88:31

Conclusion

Blueface’s Club Shay Shay Part 2 is a systematically candid breakdown of fame, relationships, and tough lessons. Through stories both wild and reflective, he reveals the rewards and pitfalls of fast money, fickle friends, and public life. He lays bare the double standards and realities of masculinity in hip-hop and American culture, offering unapologetic wisdom and making it clear he plans to run his own race—on his terms. Shannon Sharpe keeps the interview lively, insightful, and often hilarious, resulting in a must-listen (or must-read) for fans of hip-hop, sports, and authenticity.