Trae is probably the most serious rapper I know. And I mean that both as a compliment and as a statement of fact. If you listened to Trae’s albums and knew nothing else about the man, you’d think he was a grumpster who lives in a hearse. Part of that is because he’s been watching many of his close friends and relatives go away in caskets all his life. So it’s good to see him reveal a lighter side with this new cartoon series, The Adventures of Trae the Truth.

Pairing up with animator Jay S. (Jay Sugarman), whose Lil Hop cartoons have caused quite a stir in the rap world as artists check to see who his next subjects will be, Trae will debut the first episode of his new cartoon series, The Adventures of Trae tha Truth, on his site, alongside the drop of his upcoming mixtape Streets Advocate, on November 11th. The tape will be available in all national chains on December 9th.

Not for nothing. Be sure to check out Trae’s new mixtape for some good ol’ gritty Truth.

See also
Tha Truth Is Here
Adventures of Trae the Truth Trailer

I posted pics of Trae and Chamillionaire handing out ice and water to Ike victimes the other day. Here’s a video of those two at a POD in Sharpstown Mall. If you can’t respect that, your whole perspective is wack.
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Chamillionaire - “My Life” (feat. Trae & Slim Thug)

Koopa, Trae, and Thugga spitting some heartfelt lyrics over Game’s “My Life.” No matter how many times you hear it, it’s always refreshing to see these guys come together and share a moment. Houston hip-hop is slowly but surely witnessing a revival, ladies and gentlemen.

Bonus:
Chamillionaire - “My Life” (Screwed)

Trae and Mike Jones have simultaneously released public statements and apologies in an attempt to put their recent altercation behind. I particularly like the fact that Trae’s apology came along with the above picture. In case you’re wondering, that’s Trae holding up the proclamation certificate Mayor Bill White handed him just 3 weeks ago.
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Mike Jones had his nose bloodied at last night’s Ozone Awards, thanks to Trae’s knuckles. Watch as Trae reveals the motivation behind the knockout punch that made Mike Jones more popular than he’d like to be. I don’t condone this type of violence, but Trae Vs. Mike Jones is truly a mismatch — physically and musically.

Trae with Houston Mayor Bill White

As I mentioned earlier, July 22nd is now officially Trae Day here in Houston. Here are some photos from the proclamation and block party. Congrats to Trae, Nancy, and the whole ABN. Block party pics after the gap.
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[Photo © Rizoh]

Congrats to Trae on being honored with his own day. July 22nd is now officially known as Trae Day in Houston. It’s the first time such honor has been bestowed on a rapper. I was really hoping to be at today’s Proclamation Ceremony, but life had other plans. Long story. Shout out to Mayor Bill White for recognizing this kind and dedicated gentleman for who he is.

Bump some Trae today if you can.

From Trae’s criminally underrated Life Goes On album.