Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz celebrate more than a decade of friendship by preparing to release part 2 of their 2016 collaborative album Collegrove!

Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz, a dynamic duo with a friendship spanning well over a decade, have a captivating backstory that goes beyond just music. In a recent interview on NBC’s The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, the two rap icons shared the intriguing tale of how their bond was forged.

It all began in Atlanta, where Wayne first crossed paths with 2 Chainz, also known as Deuces, at a recording studio. Wayne’s initial impression was that 2 Chainz was a laid-back, cool guy, who had not only graduated from college but also played basketball. Little did Wayne know that this chance encounter would mark the beginning of an extraordinary friendship.

As the conversation unfolded on Jimmy Fallon’s show, the host’s curiosity led Wayne to recount the amusing origins of their musical partnership. It turns out that 2 Chainz was Wayne’s go-to weed dealer at the time. With a playful chuckle, 2 Chainz mentioned, “Wayne wanted cannabis.” This revelation drew a chuckle from the audience and Jimmy, highlighting the unexpected connection between the two artists.

Wayne explained further, recalling how he would always reach out to 2 Chainz whenever he visited Atlanta and needed to discuss matters related to marijuana. However, what began as a connection over a shared interest in cannabis evolved into something much greater.

In a pivotal moment around 2007, during one of these transactions, 2 Chainz took the opportunity to share his own talent – his passion for rapping. He played Wayne a track called “Duffle Bag Boy,” which immediately caught Wayne’s attention. He was so impressed that he leaped at the chance to collaborate. “The moment he said he rapped and the moment I heard it, we got to the studio, and I did this hook for the song, ‘Duffle Bag Boy.’ And the rest is history,” Wayne recounted, showcasing the serendipity that brought them together.

From that point forward, Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz not only became inseparable friends but also embarked on a musical journey that would solidify their status as a legendary partnership in the rap industry. Their camaraderie grew so strong that Wayne even served as the best man at 2 Chainz’s wedding, underscoring the depth of their friendship.

This incredible bond is set to bring fans more music with the upcoming release of “Welcome 2 Collegrove,” a sequel to their 2016 collaborative album, “Collegrove.” Their first single, “Presha,” offers a taste of what’s to come. Mark your calendars for November 17, the day of the album’s release, which coincides with the highly anticipated drop of Nicki Minaj’s “Pink Friday 2.” You can pre-order “Welcome 2 Collegrove” now at welcome2collegrove.com. It’s a testament to the enduring friendship that began with an unexpected connection and blossomed into a remarkable musical journey.