Offset recently sat down with Ebro Darden on Apple Music Radio’s live broadcast to discuss his upcoming solo album, his relationship with the remaining members of Migos, and how he’s navigating a challenging period in his life. The interview, broadcast from Apple Music’s new Los Angeles studio, provided a rare and candid look into the rapper’s world.
The New Album and a Tribute to Takeoff
Offset is currently channeling his energy into creating new music, a process he says has given him a “new burst of energy.” He’s enjoying the renewed focus and the positive results it has brought. During the conversation, Ebro Darden asked the rapper about the possibility of a tribute album for his late Migos partner, Takeoff. Offset responded, “It’s possible. No conversations about that, though, but it’s possible. First, we’re just checking in with each other and see each other’s worlds: ‘You good?’”
Adversity as a Catalyst for Focus
Ebro Darden acknowledged the adversity Offset has faced, from his early days to the recent personal losses he’s endured. The radio host encouraged him to take time for himself and heal. Offset, however, shared a different perspective, explaining that for him, keeping busy and focused on his goals is a key part of the healing process.
“To be honest, no, because I feel like, as a man, maybe I’m doing it wrong, but always working and keeping yourself busy and stay focused on your goals and what you really want to accomplish in life, that’s the healing process for us men,” Offset said. He explained that taking a break can lead to a “dark space” that might drain his drive, and he can’t afford to shut down because of his responsibilities to his kids and family. He believes that adversity has made him more focused and that going through tough times has always preceded a major success in his career.
Finding Acceptance and Accountability
The conversation took a more personal turn as Offset discussed finding acceptance and accountability. He admitted to making mistakes, saying, “Yeah, I fucked up, you know what I mean? We had talks, man. But it take that, though. It takes for people that you love or respect or for somebody to check in for real.” He went on to say that while he was initially “acting tough” and pretending he didn’t care, he eventually realized his actions were wrong.
Offset concluded the conversation on a positive note, expressing that he has accepted his past actions and is ready to move forward. “I’ve accepted the actions I’ve done to cause certain situations to happen; I had to. But at first I didn’t. I was trying to act tough and like I didn’t give a fuck at first. But the actions that I did in the time I was acting that way, I realized I was wrong,” he said. “I’m happy with everything and I want the best. I’ve accepted it.”