Lil Jon is turning down, just a little, to focus on self-care
Lil Jon, the legendary producer, and artist known for his electrifying anthem “Turn Down For What”, has shifted gears in recent years, prioritizing self-care and mental health. In a candid interview with CNN, the 52-year-old artist opened up about his journey toward personal wellness, sparked by a difficult divorce and a milestone birthday.
It all began when a friend encouraged him to channel his morning meditation sessions into creating music for others. The result was “Total Meditation”, an album designed to promote relaxation and mindfulness. While the concept initially raised eyebrows, it quickly gained praise.
some people were like, ‘What is this gonna sound like? Is he gonna be yelling? Lil Jon joked. But when it came out, people said, ‘Okay, this is actually pretty good.’ I’ve received so many messages from people saying how the music helped them meditate or cope with challenges in their lives.
Building on the success of his debut meditation album, Lil Jon followed up with “Manifest Abundance Affirmations for Personal Growth”, which features his personal affirmations set to calming tracks. He views the project as an extension of his influence, particularly for men of color.
Mental health is an extreme priority for me, he explained. Black men, especially, are taught to suck it up and hold it in. I’m trying to give people options to deal with their mental stress. It’s a journey I’m on, and I still have five more albums’ worth of material we haven’t released yet.
Lil Jon’s commitment to health extends beyond mental well-being. He recently partnered with Cologuard, an at-home colon cancer screening service, to raise awareness about early detection. The collaboration included a remix of his 2002 hit “Get Low”, highlighting the importance of physical health.
When Cologuard reached out, I was 100 percent on board, he said. I had a colonoscopy two years ago, and thankfully, mine was clean. If I’d known about Cologuard, I probably would’ve used it.
As Lil Jon continues to champion wellness, he remains dedicated to using his platform to inspire others to prioritize their mental and physical health. Where I am in my life right now, health is a priority, he shared. I’m glad I can help people explore new ways to take care of themselves.
Through meditation music and advocacy, Lil Jon is redefining his legacy, proving that wellness and music can go hand in hand.
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