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TI Owns Up To His Mistakes
Posted by Brian
In his first interview since being arrested and now convicted of gun charges last October, TI gives some insight what happened and how he has changed. What I found most interesting is that he is taking total responsibility for what he did rather than the standard “I Was Framed” plea. Here are some interesting excerpts from the interview:
Q. Who is T.I. — or Clifford Harris, Jr., now?
A. It’s hard to say because a lot of things are the same and a lot of things have changed. I still have a huge amount of passion for what I do. I still have a huge amount of passion for doing what I can for the community. I still have my foundation — remembering where I came from and principles that have been instilled in me. But at the same time I also have an acknowledgement of things that need to be left behind, let go. And also an acknowledgment that there has to be an about-face. A 180-degree turn, in order for us to continue on the path to success.
Q. Do you feel lucky?
A. I feel blessed. Lucky ain’t the word. It’s by the grace of God that I’m here.
Q. You had a very prominent car endorsement deal.
A. Sure. GM.
Q. Is that still in effect?
A. Nah GM had to back up off of me. There are films that I missed out on. Not speaking of, of course, shows. Tours. Tons of business. I’ve probably lost about $10 to $12 million dollars.
Q. And you smile after saying that.
A. [Laughs harder] Sometimes you laugh to keep from crying. But you know, I’m blessed to be able to be out here to make $10 to $12 [million] more. Especially considering I brought this all on myself. So you know — minimal injury. Maximum lesson learned.
To Read the entire interview, go here.
