In this episode I sit down with Jay Ajayi former NFL running back for the Philadelphia Eagles , Super Bowl champion, and now rising rap sensation "Rude Boy Finesse"! Jay shares his incredible journey from dominating the football field to creating viral hits in the music world. We dive deep into his transition from the NFL to the recording studio, the challenges of redefining himself after an injury, and his creative process as an artist.
Discover how this London-born, Dallas-raised phenom balances fame, ambition, and passion while staying true to his roots. Whether you’re a football fan, a hip-hop enthusiast, or someone chasing your own dreams, this episode is packed with inspiration, laughs, and raw honesty. This episode is a reminder that there is no limit to what you can achieve when you “stick to the code.”
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Chapter 0: Introduction
0:00 - Coming Up!
1:11 - Intro
1:32 - Show Starts
Chapter 1: From the NFL to Music
2:36 - Playing for The Philadelphia Eagles & Winning the Super Bowl
3:34 - From NFL Player to Rapper
4:40 - Being From London & Dallas
6:01 - Describes His Musical Sound
Chapter 2: Career Milestones and Teamwork
6:38 - His Video "SERENA" Reaches 1 Million Views
7:20 - Times Square Promotion
8:02 - Why Having a Team is So Important
8:44 - "Why Do They Call You BATMAN?"
9:41 - Describes His Style and Fashion
Chapter 3: Vision, Music, and Challenges
10:18 - Serena Williams in His Music Video?
11:11 - Shares About His Viral Song "PEAK"
12:22 - Shooting the Music Video on the Mountain! & What's Harder Than Trying to Beat Tom Brady
13:54 - Mixed Emotions with the NFL: "The NFL is Challenging"
14:43 - Jay Speaks on Tearing His ACL
15:34 - How Jay Balances Everything & Not Eating Red Meat
Chapter 4: Musical Ambitions and Influences
16:38 - His Vision as a Recording Artist
17:15 - His NFL Fans in Philly and Miami
17:39 - What Does Finesse Mean to You?
18:27 - What It's Like Being From London
18:57 - Shares How His Uncle Was a Big Influence on Him
Chapter 5: Music Projects and the Creative Process
19:25 - "The Motive" Project and Music Production
21:07 - The "MEXICO" Music Video
21:21 - Thoughts on Relationships
21:57 - Thoughts on Where Hip-Hop Is Now
Chapter 6: Performances, Collaborations, and Belief in Music
22:54 - Big Stages He Has Performed At
23:30 - Musical Collaborations He's Looking Forward To
24:05 - Shares About People Believing in His Music
24:28 - What He Does When He Starts to Get Doubts
24:55 - The Importance of "Sticking to the Code"
Chapter 7: NFL Practice, Touchdowns, and Climbing Peaks
25:50 - What Practice Is Like in the NFL
26:17 - What It’s Like Scoring a Touchdown
26:32 - Reaching the Top of the "PEAK"
Chapter 8: Music Production and Vulnerability
28:09 - Music Producers He Works With & How He Comes Up With His Records
29:58 - "Different Artists Do Different Things"
30:24 - Making Music Videos
31:00 - Making the Music Video for "PEAK" Was One of the Hardest Things He’s Done
32:11 - "I Am Who I Am" and Being Vulnerable on His Records
Chapter 9: Reflections and Grounding
33:48 - Is Rap a Young Man's Game?
34:10 - Do You Meditate? How Do You Ground Yourself?
35:35 - What Inspires Finesse
Chapter 10: Looking Ahead
36:38 - What the Next Project Will Sound Like
37:35 - His Merch for His Brand
38:07 - Tour Managers and the Importance of Having a Good Team
Chapter 11: Inspirations and Community Work
39:39 - Songs on the Radio
40:21 - Are You Inspired by Any Artist?
41:17 - Working With the Youth
41:40 - Playing for Boise State in College & Going to the NFL
42:26 - Outro