Don’t sleep on Lil Tjay‘s knowledge of rap history. While the Bronx native faced a few hurdles during his appearance on XXL‘s Rhyme and Risk, presented by Stake, he ultimately proved his mettle with an impressive comeback.
The premise of the game is straightforward yet demanding: players spin a wheel to determine point values, then must answer trivia questions correctly to secure those points. A wrong answer forces the participant to draw a challenge from a hat, adding an element of unpredictability. The goal is to reach 1,500 points or answer 15 questions correctly, with a limit of seven strikes before the game concludes.
Entering the competition with a clear sense of purpose, Lil Tjay noted, “I’m a competitive person.” However, the game started with a stumble. The rapper struggled to identify the city famously associated with the chopped and screwed sound. As a penalty, he was tasked with calling a friend to deliver the phrase, “Have a nice day,” leaving his acquaintance understandably confused by the sudden, polite gesture.
Despite the rocky start, the “Calling My Phone” artist quickly found his rhythm. He demonstrated a deep understanding of the culture, correctly answering questions ranging from Ice Spice’s borough of origin to the specific lighting details on the cover of Future’s Mixtape Pluto. Tjay further solidified his hip-hop credentials by identifying the rapper who holds the Guinness World Record for the most words in a hit song and correctly naming his own role model’s 2017 project.
The session was not without its physical trials. Tjay encountered several challenges, including a mystery jelly bean that left him visibly disgusted, prompting him to exclaim, “They went crazy with that one!” Ultimately, the trivia challenge served as a testament to his competitive spirit and his genuine appreciation for the genre. Fans can watch the full video below to see if he managed to secure the trophy.
