In this heartfelt throwback interview, we revisit a powerful moment with Lloyd Hastings, aka 6IX Bangers Only, as he opens up about the pain of losing his childhood friend and the emotional journey that led to the creation of the classic Toronto hip hop track “Smile” with Sticky Green.

This rare footage is part of the “Before The 6: Now Or Never” Toronto Hip Hop Documentary series, capturing the raw energy, struggle, and truth from the streets of the 6ix — before the fame, before the charts, before Drake changed the game.

🕊️ In memory of Lloyd Hastings aka 6IX Bangers Only — a voice for the streets and a pillar of Toronto’s underground rap scene. His passion, honesty, and dedication to documenting the culture lives on through his work.

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Learn about the rich history of the city as you take a journey through the humble beginnings of Toronto legends and their impact in hip hop’s foundation. Before Drake’s explosion into the worldwide hip hop culture there were those who paved the way in the United States and also Canada. From the days of KRS ONE teaming up with Canada’s Queen of Urban Music Michie Mee to Maestro Fresh to the current leader of the new generation Drake.

Witness first hand accounts of events with the legendary Jane and Finch rapper Sticky Green who made headline news in Canada on the streets and in the music world as apart of The Smugglaz. He gives you a history lesson to know there is more to Toronto hip hop than Drake.