Total Meditation: Lil Jon's Pathway To Inner Peace
In a fascinating twist, Lil Jon, known for his high-energy party tracks, has ventured into a surprising new territory with his latest album, Total Meditation. During an insightful conversation on CNN's King Charles with Gayle King and Charles Barkley, Lil Jon shared the inspiration behind his departure from the usual music scene. Approaching his 50th birthday and grappling with significant life changes and health concerns, Lil Jon underscored the importance of prioritizing health. "Health is wealth, health is everything," he emphasized, echoing Barkley's nod to longevity. Delving into the unexpected transition to meditation music, Lil Jon revealed how meditation became a crucial coping mechanism during turbulent times. "The meditation was something I started to do to help me deal with the issues that I was dealing with in my life," he explained, hinting at personal struggles. "It gave me some peace, some calmness, and it calmed my mind. It changed my way of thinking." Yet, Lil Jon's journey into meditation wasn't a solitary one. Meeting Total Meditation producer Kabir Sehgal proved instrumental, paving the way for more serene compositions yet to be unveiled. Beyond finding solace in meditation, Lil Jon aims to dismantle the stigma surrounding mental health, particularly within the Black community, where discussions are often brushed aside. "We were brought up to just man up, get over it, deal with it," he reflected, addressing ingrained attitudes. "Once you deal with it and you understand your issues, that’s how you can get past them and move on." So, if you're seeking a departure from the frenetic pace of everyday life, Lil Jon's Total Meditation might just offer the serenity you didn't know you needed. Who would've guessed that the maestro of "Turn Down for What" would guide us on a path to inner peace? Click the image to watch the interview.
by Maurice Pendarvis •