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Title: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Lunatic on January 19, 2009, 04:45:25 AM
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As promised, Raptalk brings to you the first installment of the "Answers From the Book of Knoc" series bright and early Monday morning...

 

As promised, Raptalk.Net returns this Monday morning with the opening installment in the last-week announced “Answers from the Book of Knoc” series. In case you missed it, every Monday right here on Raptalk.Net, Knoc-Turn’Al will be picking out and answering five questions submitted by fans and Raptalk.Net readers to yours truly! (Lunatic) We present the first installment right now and urge fans to continue submitting questions as it is never too late and this series will be long-running! Let’s get started!

 

Raptalk.Net: I thought it would be fitting to start this series off like this. BloodMoney2008 asks, “where the fuck have you been at Knoc?”

 

Knoc-Turn’Al: That’s a good fucking question. I ghostwrote for everybody on the west coast. Well BloodMoney2008, where I’ve been at is in the motherfucking bat cave doing what I do to put a whole new group together called the MathMadix and call everything and every favor I ask to come back to the public and give them what they need.

 

Raptalk.Net: There we go! The second question comes from D~Nice and he wants to know, “How did you come up with the name Knoc-Turn’Al?”

 

Knoc-Turn’Al: Oh shit, that’s a good question. My original rap name was Nature Boy. I got it tattooed on my chest. Nas came out with somebody named Nature Boy so I had to change my rap name. I was in the penitentiary and I had a night job on the back docks. What ended up happening was everybody kept calling me Knoc-Turn’Al like, “you Nocturnal, you don’t have no problems staying up at night.” So what ended up happening was they started calling me Knoc-Turn’Al so that sunk in while I was in the penitentiary…and they can check my records and see that I’ve been to the penitentiary. But one thing for sure to tell D~Nice is that my name came from when I was in the penitentiary. My original rap name was Nature Boy but Nas came out with somebody first called Nature Boy so I had to change my rap name.

 

Raptalk.Net: There we go. The third question comes from Dubsmith_Az, and he asks, “What was your personal highlight from working on “2001?”

 

Knoc-Turn’Al: Getting drunk (laughs). Dr. Dre used to have cases and cases of Hennessey in the studio. I used to tell him, “You need more gas? Get the fuel and let’s go.” Nah, that getting drunk thing is just a joke. The thing was the highlight really of “2001” was Dr. Dre paying attention to my talent with me being a ghostwriter. We came up with some really good stuff. I didn’t expect to be in the situation that I was in. What ended up happening was “Bad Intentions” came out after and I was on “Bang Bang”, “Light Speed”, I did a lot of songs with Dr. Dre. What ended happening was I didn’t know it was that easy to get paid off rap. That was the best thing for me. It turned my life around while I was on parole and everything else. I felt like I was somebody again. I could actually get back into the world and function as a human being.

 

Raptalk.Net: That’s a great answer right there. The fourth question comes from Hazzard and he wants to know, “What is your take on the Crooked I-Snoop Dogg beef?”

 

Knoc-Turn’Al: That shit is stupid. They’re both from Long Beach, why are y’all beefing? It doesn’t make any sense. I’m from Long Beach. To me, why would you beef with somebody from your own city? I know they may not be in the same age bracket but the whole point is, they know somebody in their family that grew up in the same age bracket, so why are you even tripping? Why would you even trip off somebody that is your own kind? You know what I mean? They wouldn’t have got as far as they got if they had been tripping on each other (Laughs).

 

Raptalk.Net: I like that right there. The last question comes from Laconic. I know you Knoc; you’re funny and creative as well so we’re also going to have a little fun with this series. The question is, “what do you prefer on your dinner table, Chicken or Ribs?”

 

Knoc-Turn’Al: I want both on my dinner table! If I had to pick one, I would like the ribs. Everybody needs some good beef in their life; put some meat on the bones, I’m already skinny. I don’t need to be skinnier; I need to put some meat in my life.

 

That caps part one in the “Answers from the Book of Knoc” series! Congratulations to those who got their questions answered. To those who didn’t, don’t panic as we have all the submitted questions on file and will be getting around to all of them! It is not too late to submit questions so if any readers/fans/haters think of anything they would like Knoc to address, feel free to submit them! Check back next Monday for part two in the “Answers from the Book of Knoc” series.
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: BossBullet on January 19, 2009, 04:52:47 AM
next question tell knock to make a truce with crook n snoop and get a track done with all 3 of them on it and call it Long Beach Connected ( L.B.C. )

and release it str8 to the public
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Okka on January 19, 2009, 04:56:42 AM
I thought you was gonna ask my questions ? It's all good though ;)
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: bigpimpin20 on January 19, 2009, 05:24:31 AM
didnt knew he is from LBC
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I
Post by: David Gutterman on January 19, 2009, 05:32:38 AM
Nature Boy, hihi

(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/6/6a/Natureboy.jpg/200px-Natureboy.jpg)
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: OG Snoopaveli on January 19, 2009, 06:03:50 AM
thx luna good read !! i will be there for part 2  :D
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: penenstamp on January 19, 2009, 06:07:51 AM
haha, Nature Boy is one of the worst rap names I've ever heard :D Knoc-Turn'al is a whole lot better.
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Elano on January 19, 2009, 06:13:35 AM
this interview is a mess.....
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: penenstamp on January 19, 2009, 06:16:30 AM
this interview is a mess.....

what makes you say that?
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: kuruptDPG on January 19, 2009, 06:30:38 AM
that was a gd read, hopfully my questions will be asked.
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Jaydc555 on January 19, 2009, 07:57:24 AM
That's tight Luna!forget haters like krasnoe.
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Blood$ on January 19, 2009, 08:10:54 AM
ha my question got asked first, that's wassup  8)

good read though, can't wait for next week
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Elano on January 19, 2009, 08:12:59 AM
this interview is a mess.....

what makes you say that?

the questions
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: penenstamp on January 19, 2009, 08:13:50 AM
this interview is a mess.....

what makes you say that?

the questions

What's messy about the questions? The order they're asked in?

I thought this was a good read.
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: D-Nice on January 19, 2009, 08:55:52 AM
ha my question got asked first, that's wassup  8)

good read though, can't wait for next week
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Laconic on January 19, 2009, 09:34:49 AM
Props for this Book Of Knoc Q&A!!!  Thanks for asking one of my questions although I was hoping you'd ask about the Return of The Hustler album cover  :D

Looking forward to next week's portion.
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: FOC on January 19, 2009, 09:57:35 AM
I always wondered if Knoc was the one MC Ren always said was complaining to get on Bang Bang and replace his verse. Can you ask that for me? Not that Knoc did a bad job on the track, Im just curious if he was the reason Ren was takin off of it.
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Lunatic on January 19, 2009, 10:42:29 AM
BossBullet: That would be great!
Okka: Your questions are getting asked. This series is going to be long running. Just because I didn't ask them this week doesn't mean I won't next week. I really liked all of your questions so can 100% guarantee you they will be asked.

Snoopavelli: Thanks and keep reading!
Penenstamp: Haha, I agree! I was like that name is terrible haha :-\
Dinamo: It's a fun series. This will be like multiple interviews. If you didnt like this, bare with me. If not, just skip week 2 and so on. Get used to it as well as this series is not going away

If Penenstamp is sticking up for me and it, I KNOW its good ;D

Kurupt4life: Thanks and they will be asked!
Jaydc555: Glad u enjoyed it! keep reading
BloodMoney2008: I thought it was a fitting way to start off the series! Next week will be dope as well
D-Nice: Props!

Laconic: My pleasure! "Return of the Hustler" will get addressed at some time during the series.
FOC: That MC Ren rumor will also get addressed.

Keep it coming!
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: FOC on January 19, 2009, 10:53:35 AM
BossBullet: That would be great!
Okka: Your questions are getting asked. This series is going to be long running. Just because I didn't ask them this week doesn't mean I won't next week. I really liked all of your questions so can 100% guarantee you they will be asked.

Snoopavelli: Thanks and keep reading!
Penenstamp: Haha, I agree! I was like that name is terrible haha :-\
Dinamo: It's a fun series. This will be like multiple interviews. If you didnt like this, bare with me. If not, just skip week 2 and so on. Get used to it as well as this series is not going away

If Penenstamp is sticking up for me and it, I KNOW its good ;D

Kurupt4life: Thanks and they will be asked!
Jaydc555: Glad u enjoyed it! keep reading
BloodMoney2008: I thought it was a fitting way to start off the series! Next week will be dope as well
D-Nice: Props!

Laconic: My pleasure! "Return of the Hustler" will get addressed at some time during the series.
FOC: That MC Ren rumor will also get addressed.

Keep it coming!

Good shit. Knoc got a place to accept beats? I been a fan of homie for a minute n would love to work with him.
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Dogg Ly Dogg on January 19, 2009, 11:03:01 AM
When he said his best part of 2001 session was drinkin hennesey why dont u ask him my question about his fav alcahool
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Lunatic on January 19, 2009, 11:11:40 AM
FOC: I will ask Knoc about that for you. Which songs have u produced? (Just so I can tell him some of your credentials).
George Brown: Haha, Its coming, don't worry!

Keep the feedback rolling in!
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Elano on January 19, 2009, 12:30:12 PM
this interview is a mess.....

what makes you say that?

the questions

What's messy about the questions? The order they're asked in?
are you kidding me?
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Lunatic on January 19, 2009, 12:54:11 PM
this interview is a mess.....

what makes you say that?

the questions

What's messy about the questions? The order they're asked in?
are you kidding me?
lol this series aint gonna stop!
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: penenstamp on January 19, 2009, 01:11:43 PM
this interview is a mess.....

what makes you say that?

the questions

What's messy about the questions? The order they're asked in?
are you kidding me?

No. Instead of answering a question with a question, why don't you just say what the mess is in your eyes?
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Lunatic on January 19, 2009, 02:00:17 PM
this interview is a mess.....

what makes you say that?

the questions

What's messy about the questions? The order they're asked in?
are you kidding me?

No. Instead of answering a question with a question, why don't you just say what the mess is in your eyes?
lol good point penenstamp
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Elano on January 19, 2009, 02:04:03 PM
this interview is a mess.....

what makes you say that?

the questions

What's messy about the questions? The order they're asked in?
are you kidding me?

No. Instead of answering a question with a question, why don't you just say what the mess is in your eyes?
lol good point penenstamp

good point my ass.
i've just said what's wrong with this interview.
get over it
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Lunatic on January 19, 2009, 02:05:10 PM
^u called the questions a mess lol. that hardly explains what u mean ::)
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Elano on January 19, 2009, 02:06:58 PM
^u called the questions a mess lol. that hardly explains what u mean ::)
IMO,the questions are nothing special
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: D-Nice on January 19, 2009, 02:07:36 PM
this interview is a mess.....

what makes you say that?

the questions

What's messy about the questions? The order they're asked in?
are you kidding me?

No. Instead of answering a question with a question, why don't you just say what the mess is in your eyes?
lol good point penenstamp

good point my ass.
i've just said what's wrong with this interview.
get over it

Well what suggestions do you have to "clean" up the interview then?
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Lunatic on January 19, 2009, 02:08:02 PM
^u called the questions a mess lol. that hardly explains what u mean ::)
IMO,the questions are nothing special
thats better. well next week we have another 5 questions, etc. we're bound to ask some questions u like by the time we ask 100  :P
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Elano on January 19, 2009, 02:09:46 PM
^u called the questions a mess lol. that hardly explains what u mean ::)
IMO,the questions are nothing special
thats better. well next week we have another 5 questions, etc. we're bound to ask some questions u like by the time we ask 100  :P

don't get emotional,son
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Lunatic on January 19, 2009, 02:10:41 PM
^u called the questions a mess lol. that hardly explains what u mean ::)
IMO,the questions are nothing special
thats better. well next week we have another 5 questions, etc. we're bound to ask some questions u like by the time we ask 100  :P

don't get emotional,son
Where did I get emotional? LOL! I didn't complain. I said thats better because u explained why u dislike the interview. I was glad to finally get some clarification.

I expect to see u back next Monday, thats for sure  8)
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Muhfukka on January 19, 2009, 02:29:41 PM
haha elano still has some sand in his vagina i see
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Lunatic on January 19, 2009, 02:31:05 PM
haha elano still has some sand in his vagina i see
haha

u feelin this?
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Muhfukka on January 19, 2009, 02:32:26 PM
yeah i liked knocturnal when he was around, not my favorite rapper or anything
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Lunatic on January 19, 2009, 02:34:03 PM
yeah i liked knocturnal when he was around, not my favorite rapper or anything
no doubt. props for ya honest opinion. we're working hard to getting back around as active as he was from 99-04!
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: dubsmith_nz on January 19, 2009, 02:59:42 PM
Good shit Luna, liked all those answers, keep em coming! :D
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Jaydc555 on January 19, 2009, 03:04:16 PM
Knocturnal is an appropriate name.because on treacherous he is never going to see the light of day...,lol I'm just playing
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Lunatic on January 19, 2009, 03:14:07 PM
Dubsmith_nz: Thanks! Me & Knoc will surely keep it coming  8)
Jaydc555:  :P
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Hazzard on January 19, 2009, 03:23:22 PM
good shit, i hope u ask him my other questions (help to squash the beef)   :P
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Lunatic on January 19, 2009, 04:46:11 PM
good shit, i hope u ask him my other questions (help to squash the beef)   :P
haha, thats a possibility question!
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: conqueso34 on January 19, 2009, 05:40:36 PM
cool interview. i like the questions asked, except for maybe the last one, but it was kinda of funny since he is a skinny mofo

but looking forward to next week and the question about ren as well

also gonna try to get into knoc more the last couple of songs ive heard him put out are dope imo
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Lunatic on January 19, 2009, 08:00:21 PM
cool interview. i like the questions asked, except for maybe the last one, but it was kinda of funny since he is a skinny mofo

but looking forward to next week and the question about ren as well

also gonna try to get into knoc more the last couple of songs ive heard him put out are dope imo
we doin funny qs as well!

the questions are dope!
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Lunatic on January 20, 2009, 09:18:11 AM
Knoc will be addressing MC Ren/Bang Bang, "Return of the Hustler" and more next week!
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Dre-Day on January 20, 2009, 12:23:51 PM
^cool  8)
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Lunatic on January 21, 2009, 08:17:31 AM
^cool  8)
it sure is homie!

Knoc also talks Barrack Obama..
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Dre-Day on January 21, 2009, 08:42:57 AM
^cool  8)
it sure is homie!

Knoc also talks Barrack Obama..
:) looks like you're going to be one of the nominees for contributor of the year  8)

anyway, i got one question for Knoc-Turn'Al:

what makes Dr.Dre such a great producer?
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Matty on January 21, 2009, 08:48:05 AM
good shit! this is like unlimited access to a quality westcoast artist where any questions will be answered 8)

look forward to reading the next parts, although on obama i'll be surprised if he says insightful about politics. most rappers have proven to be extremely ignorant by jumping on the obama bandwagon based on just the campaign rhetoric and colour of his skin.
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Lunatic on January 21, 2009, 08:51:40 AM
Dre-Day: Ha, Thanks! That question has been filed..
Matty: Yes sir, that is exactly what this is! y'all got access to him through to me ask him ANYTHING  :o  You'll see what he says on Obama..he kept it real 8)

Me and Knoc spent 2 hours on the phone the other night going through many of these questions  8)  We are in contact everyday..
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Paul on January 21, 2009, 08:56:41 AM
Dre-Day: Ha, Thanks! That question has been filed..
Matty: Yes sir, that is exactly what this is! y'all got access to him through to me ask him ANYTHING  :o  You'll see what he says on Obama..he kept it real 8)

Me and Knoc spent 2 hours on the phone the other night going through many of these questions  8)  We are in contact everyday..


Must be real good being like that with one of your favourite artists
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: penenstamp on January 21, 2009, 09:17:50 AM
anyway, i got one question for Knoc-Turn'Al:

what makes Dr.Dre such a great producer?
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LOL!
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Lunatic on January 21, 2009, 09:17:59 AM
Dre-Day: Ha, Thanks! That question has been filed..
Matty: Yes sir, that is exactly what this is! y'all got access to him through to me ask him ANYTHING  :o  You'll see what he says on Obama..he kept it real 8)

Me and Knoc spent 2 hours on the phone the other night going through many of these questions  8)  We are in contact everyday..


Must be real good being like that with one of your favourite artists
I'd be lying if I didn't say it was a crazy situation  8)
Title: Re: "Answers From The Book Of Knoc" - Knoc-Turn'Al Talks "2001", Snoop-Crooked I Bee
Post by: Dre-Day on January 21, 2009, 09:49:13 AM
Dre-Day: Ha, Thanks! That question has been filed..
Matty: Yes sir, that is exactly what this is! y'all got access to him through to me ask him ANYTHING  :o  You'll see what he says on Obama..he kept it real 8)

Me and Knoc spent 2 hours on the phone the other night going through many of these questions  8)  We are in contact everyday..

cool  8)