Slim Jxmmi of Rae Sremmurd Tells His Life Story
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Rae Sremmurd member Slim Jxmmi joined VladTV to have a detailed discussion on his life and career. The multi-platinum hitmaker described moving around as a child due to his mother's military career before settling in Mississippi. Jxmmi talked about pursuing his musical career, along with his brother Swae Lee, at an early age while working regular jobs and battling homelessness. Despite the setbacks, Slim Jxmmi and Swae Lee eventually moved to Atlanta, where they met Mike Will Made It and recorded their breakthrough hit, "No Flex Zone." After signing with Ear Drummers and Interscope, Rae Sremmurd would go on to release a string of major hits. To hear Slim Jxmmi describe the success and challenges along the way, check out the full interview above.
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