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Honorable Mention: Lil' Wayne's "Lollipop" Originally Made For Dem Franchize Boyz, Kadife Sylvester Tells All
Posted on October 14, 2008 10:15 AM
A lot of you may not be aware, but So So Def's, Kadife Sylvester is the main man behind the Lil' Wayne/Static Major "Lollipop" song. But did you all know that it wasn't even meant for Wayne? The song was originally recorded for Dem Franchize Boyz..
Anyone who's an avid participant of the Atlanta hip-hop industry has to know Kadife Sylvester from So So Def. The south east regional street promotions director has been actively trying to clear the air regarding Wayne's insane hit "Lollipop" with Static Major and how it all came to fruition.
The music industry is often times a thankless business, but Kadife isn't having it regarding this particular situation. He's told me his story at least a dozen times about how he was instrumental in bringing Wayne and Static Major together to record "Lollipop".
It was a huge record SOHH I can understand and appreciate Kadife's due-diligence in making sure that everyone knows the real deal about how he orchestrated the link up between Wayne and the late, great Static Major.
The real deal behind the song is that "Lollipop" wasn't initially offered to Wayne. Apparently the song was created with Dem Franchize Boyz in mind. Listen to Kadife explain it to Greg Street below:
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According to Kadife, Static was a huge fan of Dem Franchize Boyz and really wanted them to record the music. Kadife tried to get the members of the group to come through Patchwerk studios to listen to the demo, but apparently the Boyz were going to the club and passed on the opportunity.
Wayne was in the city recording music for his now top selling CD, The Carter III so Kadife took the concept over to him and the rest is history.
They always say hindsight is 20/20 so you already know Dem Franchise Boyz probably wished they would've had their priorities straight. I bet you the next time they get a call on some work, they'll make better decisions.
But its clear everything happens for a reason. I cant even imagine what kind of song "Lollipop" would have been with Dem Franchize Boyz on it. I barely liked it with Weezy.
But shout out to Kadife Sylvester for making one of the biggest moves of the year. And even though people aren't giving you your proper respect on this matter, we here at SOHH Atlanta give you your props, homie.
Talk to y'all lata,
--SOHH Gyant
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