Even though it hasn't been officially announced, T.I. says Troy Ave will always be a part of the Hustle Gang family.

In an interview with Rap-Up, T.I. talked about his relationship with the BK rapper and some details behind the Paperwork trilogy.

The Southern rapper was a big co-signer of Troy Ave at this year's Hot 97 Summer Jam concert. Rumors began to fly circulating the Brooklyn rapper's deal and if he would sign to Tip's label.

"Never mind the paperwork, I can't really speak for the deals or the solidification of a professional relationship, but personally he's definitely Hustle Gang," he said."That's something that I feel comfortable saying."

Tip goes on to praise the BSB rapper and says that Troy has the power to bring New York rap to the forefront again.

"He's a solid cat," said Tip. "He has something that New York has been missing for quite some time and he's not afraid to be a New Yorker. I salute him for that early on."

Check out the rest of his interview above.

Source: Rap-Up