Jidenna Talks 'The Chief' Album, Having Janelle Monáe's Co-Sign at The Roots' Bud Light SXSW Jam

Among the breadth of artists involved in the Bud Light x The Roots & Friends Jam Session at SXSW 2017, Jidenna was coming in with a whirlwind of hustle both in real life and online. Fresh off the February release of his multifaceted debut album The Chief, the rapper-singer released the video for current single "Bambi" and video vignettes of album cuts while hitting events like the the 2017 NBA All-Star Game and spending an entire week performing at SXSW.

Backstage in between rehearsals for The Roots' Jam Session, Jidenna speaks with Fuse with a cool and excited manner, emphasizing how he needs to "fight hard" for what he does but is undoubtedly grateful for his opportunities. Read on for more of The Chief's thoughts on collaborating with his friends, how mentor Janelle Monáe feels about his latest accomplishments, why he supported Snoop Dogg's anti-Trump video and much more.