So often in hip-hop journalism, the interviews feel templated.
This one didn’t.
It was vivid, clear, and felt like it had real respect for its subject and not just as a vehicle to cloud chase

Before reading, I only knew J.I.D. at a surface level—heard a few tracks, appreciated the skill.
But this article painted a picture—where he’s come from, where he is now, and where he’s trying to go. It made his arc feel personal.