Episode 9: Jonathan Emile on beating Cancer, Working with Kendrick Lamar and the Bob Marley effect

Being diagnosed with cancer is probably the most devastating news anyone can receive. Jonathan Emile, a Reggae and Hip Hop artist (and now cancer survivor) opens up about his battle with cancer, how it motivated him to pursue a career in music, his work with Kendrick Lamar, and Bob Marley’s influence on his music. We hope you enjoy this very special episode of Innersleeve. (1:01) Battle with cancer (5:33) Jonathan's starting point in music (9:29) Cold calling artists for collabs (13:13) Approaching Kendrick Lamar for a feature (14:20) Legal battle with Top Dawg (18:35) Jamaica & Canada (23:20) Artist Misconceptions (27:44) Bob Marley's influence (31:55) WatchMojo's Top 10 Reggae Artists (34:03) Giving back to the community (36:43) Outro