D Smoke on Purpose, Staying Grounded & the Journey Behind Wake Up Supa | 'The Sit Down' Ep. 60
In Episode 60 of The Sit Down, D Smoke joins THHGURU host Alex Henein in Toronto for a thoughtful conversation about purpose, growth, and staying grounded. D Smoke reflects on life on tour, maintaining balance on the road, and touring alongside Jay Taj and his team. He opens up about studying Spanish literature at UCLA, becoming the first person in his family to graduate college, and why he ultimately switched from an economics major in pursuit of something he was truly passionate about.
The conversation dives into the difference between being a teacher and being an artist, and how both identities shape his creative process. D Smoke breaks down the meaning behind his album Wake Up Supa, embracing his life journey, Inglewood roots, and the influence of Spanish language and culture on his music.
He also unpacks one of his standout lines from “Even a Broken Clock Is Right,” shares the biggest lesson he’s learned in the music industry so far, and gives insight into the Wake Up Supa album cover—showing love to the original designer and the story behind the artwork. A grounded, reflective episode focused on intention, identity, and evolution.
Hosted by: Alex Henein | Video by: Keemya Parsa | Photo by: Ashley Harris
Photos by Ashley Harris for THHGURU
