Before Young Thug became a global force, there was “Stoner.”
In this episode of BackTrak, Atlanta hitmaker Dun Deal steps into the lab to rebuild the record that introduced the world to Thug’s unpredictable melodies and unconventional flow. He breaks down the drums, the bounce, and the space that allowed Thug to bend the rules — and Atlanta — in real time.
More than a remake, this is a deep dive into a cultural pivot point. “Stoner” wasn’t just a single — it was the beginning of a new melodic trap language that still echoes today.
00:00:00 — Introduction & Early Memories with Young Thug
00:02:12 — Moving to Atlanta & Rapping for Ruff Ryders
00:04:54 — From Rapper to Professional Producer
00:09:16 — Developing an “Unorthodox” Sound
00:13:46 — Navigating Hip Hop’s EDM Era
00:17:23 — The Business of Music: The “Death Star” Studio
00:26:30 — Using AI & Modern Tech in the Studio
00:28:36 — Quality vs. Volume: The Numbers Game
00:31:15 — Sacrificing Everything for the Love of Hip Hop
00:35:12 — How Creflo Dollar Named “Done Deal”
00:36:37 — Advice to Younger Self
00:38:41 — Balancing Fatherhood with a Major Career
00:43:46 — Deconstructing the Hit: The “Stoner” Session
01:05:44 — The Origin & Secret Behind the Producer Tag
01:09:50 — The Gucci Mane “Stoner” Remix Story
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