Hit-Boy recently discussed his reluctance to collaborate with other rappers and shed light on the challenges producers face in receiving proper credit for their work. Speaking on BACKONFIGG, (around the 43 min mark) the Grammy Award-winning producer highlighted the struggles producers endure to secure recognition on a song and emphasized how they often face financial difficulties.
Hit-Boy expressed frustration over producers being overlooked by artists, leading him to distance himself from working with rappers. He noted instances of producers, even those who are successful, facing delays and difficulties in receiving payment for their contributions to albums. The disparity between the financial gains of touring artists and the struggles of producers seeking payment for their work was a key point in his discussion.
The producer also touched on his commitment to empowerment, emphasizing his dedication to his own venture, Big Hit. He expressed a desire to avoid dealing with the challenges faced by producers in the industry and emphasized his commitment to authenticity, stating that he has had disagreements with artists who may not appreciate his straightforward approach.
Hit-Boy praised Metro Boomin for the impact of his recent album, particularly for featuring the right artists and achieving substantial success. He commended any efforts that highlight the significant role of producers in creating music.
In the context of his own career, Hit-Boy acknowledged the limited collaborations with other artists in recent years and highlighted his work with Nas and his father, Big Hit, as part of his commitment to supporting the role of producers in the music industry.
