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Part 5: El Primo on How He Met El Chapo, Buying Coke Directly from Chapo
Part 1: El Primo on Working for Infamous Chambers Brothers Drug Gang During Detroit Crack Era
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In a candid interview, El Primo highlights a cultural divide in business mindsets between Black and Mexican communities. He explains that many Black individuals approach business through the lens of loyalty—what he calls a "loyalty tax"—expecting extra payment or favors due to personal allegiance. In contrast, Mexican groups prioritize straightforward business transactions without emotional entanglement, focusing on efficiency and scale.
El Primo argues that this loyalty mindset often works against Black entrepreneurs, holding them back in today’s evolving market where algorithms and digital platforms, not street credibility, dictate success. He points out how major corporations manipulate the industry, citing the controversial case of Rick Ross’s identity as an example of corporate control overshadowing authentic street influence.
Echoing Vlad’s own experiences in the entertainment industry, El Primo stresses the need for Black communities to adapt, separate emotion from commerce, and embrace new economic realities shaped by technology and business savvy.
