“I was bitter for a long time,” he explains. For a while, things were not so pleasant. “It was just the perfect storm,” he says.
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And he’s noticeably grown musically over the last year, as seen by his latest offering, “Till it’s Gone,” from his forthcoming album Love Story out “early next year.” The single was recently featured on the television series Sons of Anarchy, which helped it become Yelawolf’s biggest song to date. Sure, there were hints of Twista, maybe a dash of Andre 3000, but Yelawolf’s twang has always been his own. His fast-paced flow enticed listeners he was the backwoods white boy who, stylistically, seemed to have no predecessor. After signing with Shady Records in 2011, he instantly became one to watch. Several albums and a host of lauded mixtapes to speak of, Yelawolf, according to him, is just now coming into his own. And I’m making the music I’m supposed to be making.” There’s two and three generations out there every night, makes me emotional.
“We’re selling out shows, I’m nicer to my fans. Happier than I’ve ever been,” he confesses. Yelawolf is in good spirits, he’s comfortable. In the green room, it’s what you might expect: Cases of beer, loose bags of herb, energy drinks. “Rolltide!” is heard from a short distance.
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