Whenever somebody speaks about Houston’s rap history, it would be irresponsible not to mention the influence of DJ Screw and the “chopped and screwed” sound. To this day, H-Town artists like Megan Thee Stallion, Travis Scott, Don Toliver, and more have embraced the sound in their music. 

As more information starts to break regarding the death of George Floyd, a man who had recently moved to Minneapolis and was killed by a police officer, it is being reported that Floyd was actually a member of DJ Screw’s legendary rap group, Screwed Up Click.

A rapper known as Big Floyd, George Floyd was an extended member of the family, which included Big Moe, Lil’ Flip, Big Pokey, and Fat Pat, as well as affiliates Lil’ Troy and UGK. Following the news of Floyd’s death, a Screw freestyle titled “Sittin on Top of the World,” which featured the late 46-year-old, has been making the rounds on social media. 

Floyd can be heard on the DJ Screw Chapter 319 two-disc mixtape, which is one of many tapes that DJ Screw released before his passing.

It was also reported that Floyd was a close friend of NBA star Stephen Jackson, referring to the baller as “twin” because of how friendly they were.

Rest in peace, George Floyd. Keep his family in your thoughts.

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There’s been an influx of biopics surrounding some of the most influential rappers that have been made in recent times. We’ve seen movies based on the lives of 2Pac, Biggie, NWA, as well as Eminem, 50 Cent and more. Those might be the biggest rappers who’ve come into the game but there are many others who’ve helped shape the culture and the genre to what it is now and perhaps in the 2020s, we’ll see more of their stories being told on a bigger platform.

DJ Screw, the pioneer of chopped-and-screwed, is the focal point of an upcoming biopic series titled, All Screwed Up. Directed by Isaac “Chill” Yowman, All Screwed Up is based on the life of DJ Screw and the Screwed Up Click label, showcasing the trials and tribulations he faced on his way up in the game.

The film stars Rosha Washington as DJ Screw and the cast also includes Paigion Walker, Kyle Mosely, Marqus Clae, Phill Wade, Dean Will, Omete Anassi, Diamond Lyons, LaShae Boone, and Rodrick Randall. Sidney Walker, Miriam Heads, Michelle Williams, Lil’ Keke & Derrick Dixon serve as the film’s producers. 

At this point, very little details surrounding the project have emerged including a release date or the network that plans on carrying the series. Hopefully, it lands a date soon. We’re excited to see the series in its entirety.