Denzel Washington’s hidden love for modern Hip Hop surprises fans.
- Washington tunes into trends with Pooh Shiesty and Moneybagg Yo.
- A$AP Rocky shares Washington’s knowledge of Memphis rappers.
- Spike Lee draws connections between Rocky and young Denzel.
- ‘Highest 2 Lowest’ reimagines a classic film with modern twists.
In a delightful twist, A$AP Rocky has shared that Denzel Washington is a secret fan of modern Hip Hop. This surprising revelation was made during an interview with Vogue, where Rocky detailed Washington’s musical preferences on the set of their new film, ‘Highest 2 Lowest.’
Rocky couldn’t contain his amazement when he discovered Washington listening to Memphis rappers like Pooh Shiesty and Moneybagg Yo. “Denzel would pull up to the movie set playing Pooh Shiesty and Moneybagg Yo, swear to God. Can’t make this up,” Rocky remarked.
What truly floored Rocky was Washington quoting lyrics from NLE Choppa, a staple in Memphis rap culture. Washington’s line, “I don’t do drive-bys now, walk ’em down,” left Rocky astounded. “I’m like, ‘Yo, Denzel, chill!’ It was crazy, he’s really tapped in, man,” he added.
This remarkable insight into Denzel’s music tastes adds a unique layer to his character in ‘Highest 2 Lowest,’ where he stars alongside Rocky, Ice Spice, Jeffrey Wright, and Ilfenesh Hadera. The film, directed by Spike Lee, is a modern reinterpretation of Akira Kurosawa’s 1963 crime drama ‘High and Low.’
Spike Lee’s decision to cast Rocky stemmed from a light-hearted observation that circulated on social media, where fans noted the uncanny resemblance between a young Denzel and Rocky. Lee himself confirmed this inspiration during an interview, saying, “In the film, we used that.”
Lee further praised Rocky’s acting chops, noting that Rocky holds his own in scenes with Denzel, an acting legend. “A$AP, man, he fire. I mean there’s some scenes with him and D where he’s not backing up,” Lee enthused.
The film is set to hit theaters on August 22, followed by a release on Apple TV+ on September 5. With a stellar cast and intriguing plot, ‘Highest 2 Lowest’ promises to be a unique reimagining of a classic story, this time centered around a music mogul’s world.
Denzel Washington’s unexpected appreciation for contemporary Hip Hop adds an intriguing dimension to ‘Highest 2 Lowest,’ promising a captivating experience for audiences.
