# @ourgenerationmusic on YouTube

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=8H0aiz6x4D0
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/68976519-ourgenerationmusic-youtube
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- **Posted:** 2026-07-28T21:50:47.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Our Generation Music (@ourgenerationmusic) — https://gondola.cc/ourgenerationmusic

## Caption

#OGM #OurGenerationMusic 

In this OGM interview, Atlanta artist diamond* opens up about his journey from working warehouse jobs and practicing runway walks in the aisles to making his mark in music and fashion. He reflects on arriving in New York during Fashion Week, pursuing modeling and recording daily before anyone knew his name. diamond* discusses how his father’s poetry inspired his earliest raps, the competitive family environment that built his resilience, and the meaning behind his “death before dishonor” philosophy. He also breaks down Bling Slime Vol. 1, working with DJ Holiday, learning from Young Thug, and his commitment to honoring hip-hop tradition through consistency and growth. Beyond music, diamond* speaks on Paris Fashion Week, style, fashion pieces, ageism in rap, family sacrifices, and appreciating success in real time. He closes by encouraging the next generation to follow what speaks to their hearts and become the best at whatever path they choose.


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STAMPS:
00:00 – Practicing runway walks while working warehouse jobs
00:28 – Introduction to Diamond*
00:54 – Moving through New York early in his career
01:09 – Attending New York Fashion Week in 2023
01:32 – Pursuing music and modeling before gaining recognition
02:17 – How New York developed his hustler mentality
03:08 – His father’s background as a poet
03:31 – Learning to write raps through poetry and journaling
04:08 – Watching his father use poetry to express love
04:27 – Writing songs about everything that happened in his life
05:08 – His father’s pride in his success
05:24 – Growing up in a competitive, athletic family
06:22 – How his childhood prepared him for the real world
07:09 – Becoming stronger through pressure
07:30 – The meaning behind “death before dishonor”
08:35 – Diamond*’s favorite movies
08:56 – Why he connects with Titanic
10:21 – Choosing Django Unchained and Interview with the Vampire
12:08 – Women, groupies and avoiding conflict over relationships
13:29 – Working with DJ Holiday on Bling Slime Vol. 1
14:40 – Establishing himself as an Atlanta legend
15:24 – Realizing that he is becoming the artist he envisioned
16:13 – Preserving hip-hop traditions
17:16 – Proving himself through Bling Slime
17:53 – Why success must be repeated consistently
18:39 – Enjoying the moment while building longevity
19:19 – Sacrificing time with family to pursue music
20:29 – Missing important moments while staying focused
21:18 – Recognizing how quickly life changes
22:21 – Creating “Headies and P’s”
22:41 – What Diamond* looks for when selecting beats
23:04 – Using nostalgia, soul and repetition in his music
24:31 – Learning from Young Thug’s creative process
25:08 – Young Thug’s vulnerability and musical evolution
25:52 – Watching Young Thug record and engineer himself
26:17 – Young Thug’s role as a CEO and mentor
26:47 – Personal conversations and funny moments with Young Thug
28:01 – Taking over Paris Fashion Week
28:36 – How his parents influenced his sense of style
29:28 – Practicing his modeling walk inside warehouses
30:01 – Walking his first runway show in Paris
30:33 – Bringing Che into the crew during Paris Fashion Week
31:22 – Recording new music with Che
32:00 – Che’s importance to the new underground generation
32:26 – Leading and positively influencing the youth
33:07 – Using creative power to build new worlds
33:28 – Diamond*’s fashion grails and rare sneakers
35:29 – Facial piercings and influencing Atlanta style
36:34 – The history behind his piercings
37:40 – Ageism in hip-hop and reactions to being 26
38:34 – Why success arrived at the right time
39:19 – Losing friends at a young age
39:56 – Appreciating life and growing older
40:26 – Avoiding the “mysterious artist” persona
41:05 – Showing his real personality and Atlanta lifestyle
42:11 – Relationships, money and women asking for things
43:15 – What makes a perfect rap album
43:35 – Diamond*’s favorite classic albums
44:29 – good kid, m.A.A.d city and Kendrick Lamar’s influence
45:19 – Discovering Kendrick Lamar before a basketball game
45:44 – His favorite instruments and playing the tuba
46:18 – Growing up around musicians and drumline culture
47:18 – Preparing for the tour with Young Thug and NAV
47:39 – Cutting out toxins and transforming for the tour
48:29 – Receiving recognition from Kanye West
49:15 – Kanye’s influence on his music and fashion
49:50 – His interest in architecture, furniture and design
50:34 – The thrill of finding special fashion and art pieces
51:25 – Diamond*’s message for the new generation
52:10 – Closing remarks

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