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What Had Happened Once: IDK on his new project Even The Devil Smiles

By What Had Happened Was

2:01 PM EST on January 29, 2026

In this conversation, IDK and OME discuss his latest project, 'Even The Devil Smiles,' exploring the distinction between mixtapes and albums, the impact of his prison experience on his music, and the evolution of rap during his incarceration. He reflects on his influences, the challenges of navigating the music industry independently, and the importance of authenticity and significant collaborations with legendary artists (MF DOOM, Black Thought and more) and the journey of self-discovery and accountability in his life and career.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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