The Man Dem Show sits down with a true hip-hop legend, Mr. Cheeks of the iconic group The Lost Boyz! In this in-depth interview, Guttzy Guttz and DJ Laz Vagez talk with Mr. Cheeks about his incredible journey, the formation of The Lost Boyz, and his status as an underrated storyteller in hip-hop.Mr. Cheeks shares untold stories, including the real inspiration behind the classic track "Renee" , working with Kurupt during the height of the East Coast vs. West Coast beef , and memories of the late, great Freaky Tah. He also discusses being an early pioneer of the melodic rap style that dominates today's music , and reveals which major artist turned down the beat for his solo hit "Lights, Camera, Action".Plus, Mr. Cheeks gives his unfiltered take on the Drake vs. Kendrick beef , the recent shake-up at Hot 97 with Funkmaster Flex and DJ Enuff , and offers wisdom on the importance of unity in the community to guide the youth.Don't miss this incredible conversation with a hip-hop pioneer! Make sure you like, comment, and subscribe!Follow Mr. Cheeks:YouTube: @MrCheeksTVInstagram: @mrcheeksofficialTime Stamps:00:00 - Intro00:48 - Vibe in the studio now vs. back then 01:03 - Mr. Cheeks on his son following in his musical footsteps 02:20 - Mr. Cheeks' status as an underrated storyteller 05:09 - The early days and basement sessions of The Lost Boyz 06:09 - Staying out of the street life to focus on music 08:22 - Mr. Cheeks' fashion influences & always being fly 10:46 - Was there competition during the golden era of hip-hop? 11:32 - How the movie 'The Lost Boys' influenced the group's name 14:00 - Relationship with the Supreme Team 16:45 - A Freaky Tah story that nobody knows 19:44 - Is it true the label only wanted to sign Mr. Cheeks initially? 20:25 - Making the "Music Makes Me High" remix with Kurupt during the East/West beef 27:05 - The real story that inspired the classic song "Renee" 32:48 - Does Mr. Cheeks feel he gets credit for pioneering melodic rap? 34:45 - Relationship with Queen Pen & working on "No Diggity" 36:05 - Working with Lil' Kim & Swizz Beatz on "The Jump Off"38:40 - What matters more: Awards or love from the streets? 39:43 - Mr. Cheeks talks his new project "One Night Only" 42:22 - Which current artist has that Lost Boyz energy? 45:18 - Why Mr. Cheeks hasn't pursued acting more 47:26 - Mr. Cheeks' take on the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar beef 51:04 - The one thing today's music needs from the golden era: Unity 52:24 - Thoughts on youth violence and the need for community programs 57:40 - First memories of coming to Toronto 01:01:02 - Trivia: Which artist turned down the 'Lights, Camera, Action' beat? 01:04:03 - Thoughts on the DJ Enuff & Funkmaster Flex situation at Hot 97 01:09:12 - Mr. Cheeks' plugs his new projects, music, and clothing line 01:10:08 - Final thoughts on legacy and timeless music