What did Treach say about Tupac's conviction? Advice to young rappers explored

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Treach, the rapper from Naughty By Nature, recently spoke to TMZ about Tupac Shakur and how his conviction impacted many lives. He and Tupac were close friends during the 1990s. Even though Tupac passed away decades ago, he still carries deep feelings about what happened to him.

Tupac was convicted of se*ual misconduct in 1995 and served time in prison. He has said that this event affected not just Tupac but also others close to him. It made Treach look at his own life in a different light. He even said it influenced his decision to marry Sandra “Pepa” Denton in 1999.

Today, he is using his experience to speak to younger artists. He wants new rappers to learn from Tupac’s story and avoid the mistakes that can harm their lives and careers. His message emphasizes the importance of safety, making wise choices, and personal protection.


Treach on Tupac’s conviction

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Treach stated that Tupac’s conviction left a lasting impression on him. Until today, he doubts that the whole truth about the Tupac case has been unveiled. As he has indicated, it is possible to believe that something had been omitted or confused during the trial. These suspicions remain with him. He also disclosed that Tupac's experience made him look back and examine his life.

According to him, witnessing Tupac's fate motivated him to get married. He was forced to constitute something solid in his personal life. The belief demonstrated to him how fast things could alter.

He believes that young artists must learn that legal trouble can be dire.

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His advice to young rappers

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He uses Tupac’s story as a warning. He advises young rap artists to watch out in their lives. He explains that most artists fall into unfortunate circumstances due to lack of care, particularly on issues relating to relationships and fame.

According to him, young rappers must not feel too comfortable with strangers. He clarifies that every person has the potential to become a target.

The example of Tupac illustrates the fact that sometimes everything can go wrong very quickly. He also emphasizes the importance of clear documentation. According to him, rappers should capture or record interactions whenever possible.

This may cushion them in the future in case anything goes amiss. The music industry is a business, and to survive, one has to be smart and watch one's back, according to him.

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Edited by Yesha Srivastava