Battles & Blessings | 18. Giggs: From Peckham to UK Rap Icon - Resilience and Legacy

In this episode of Battles and Blessings, host Sheniece Charway speaks with UK rap icon Giggs. They discuss his influential role in the UK music scene, his humble beginnings in Peckham, and the challenges he overcame, such as jail time and battling the perception of being an untouchable gangster figure due to his deep voice. Giggs opens up about his family life, including raising his autistic children and discovering his own autism. With a strong focus on faith in God, Giggs shares how his life experiences have shaped his career and his hope for future generations of artists. This episode provides an inspiring look into how resilience and faith can turn adversity into success.

00:00 Introduction to Battles and Blessings
00:24 Introducing the Special Guest: Giggs
01:56 Giggs' Early Aspirations and Career Beginnings
03:46 The Impact of 'Talking the Hardest'
04:52 Influences and Inspirations
09:24 Growing Up in Peckham
10:43 Fatherhood and Family Dynamics
13:16 Discovering Autism in the Family
19:49 Challenges and Lessons from Jail
24:09 Appreciating Blessings
24:35 The Impact of Fame on Kids
25:34 Relationship with God
27:20 Surviving the Streets
30:21 Opening Doors for New Rappers
33:08 Collaborating with US Artists
36:12 Family and Legacy
38:10 Staying Relevant in Music
42:44 Faith and Life Lessons
47:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts