Since
he
hit
the
scene
with
the
Geto
Boys
in
1989,
Scarface
has
been
a
juggernaut
in
rap.
Scarface’s
undeniable
spirit
and
contributions
to
hip-hop
history
took
a
scary
turn
a
couple
of
years
ago
when
he
battled
a
severe
bout
of
COVID,
an
ordeal
that
brought
him
to
the
brink
of
death.
In
a
testament
to
the
strength
of
familial
bonds,
Scarface’s
son
Chris
stepped
forward,
donating
a
kidney
to
save
his
father’s
life.
Now,
Scarface
stands
tall
and
vibrant,
delivering
a
captivating
Tiny
Desk
Concert
that
reaffirms
his
enduring
legacy
in
the
rap
game.
The
performance,
hosted
at
NPR
headquarters,
is
a
remarkable
showcase
of
resilience,
talent,
and
the
Southern
rap
sound
that
Scarface
has
championed
throughout
his
illustrious
career.
Accompanied
by
a
full
live
band,
Scarface
creates
an
immersive
musical
experience,
with
longtime
collaborator
Mike
Dean,
an
accomplished
keyboardist,
contributing
to
the
sonic
tapestry.
The
Tiny
Desk
Concert
not
only
features
renditions
of
Scarface’s
classic
tracks
but
also
unveils
the
stories
behind
some
of
these
iconic
songs.
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As
Scarface
delves
into
the
narrative
behind
his
timeless
creations,
he
humorously
attributes
much
of
his
creative
process
to
being
in
a
particular
state
of
mind:
“I
was
f***ing
stoned.
Like
white
guy
stoned.
Mike
Dean
stoned.”
This
candid
reflection
adds
a
personal
touch
to
the
performance,
giving
fans
a
glimpse
into
the
laid-back
yet
profound
atmosphere
in
which
some
of
hip-hop’s
most
beloved
tracks
were
conceived.
One
standout
moment
during
the
half-hour
set
is
Scarface’s
performance
of
the
1996
hit
“Mary
Jane.”
In
an
unexpected
twist,
Scarface
picks
up
a
guitar
and
treats
the
audience
to
some
atmospheric
shredding.
Known
for
his
love
for
the
instrument,
Scarface’s
guitar
skills
take
center
stage
in
this
memorable
rendition,
showcasing
a
side
of
the
artist
rarely
seen
on
such
a
grand
platform.
Scarface’s
Tiny
Desk
Concert
is
not
just
a
musical
performance;
it’s
a
celebration
of
a
seasoned
artist’s
journey,
resilience,
and
the
enduring
impact
of
Southern
rap
on
the
broader
hip-hop
landscape.
Scarface’s
ability
to
seamlessly
blend
storytelling,
humor,
and
musical
prowess
in
an
intimate
setting
like
the
Tiny
Desk
is
a
testament
to
his
mastery
of
the
craft
and
his
unwavering
commitment
to
the
art
form.
Watch
the
full
set
below
and
witness
the
living
legend
in
action.
