Posted by Don’t sleep on Lil Tjay‘s knowledge of rap facts. While the Bronx native may have stumbled during his appearance on XXL‘s Rhyme and Risk, presented by Stake, he ultimately proved his resilience with an epic comeback.
The premise of the game is straightforward yet demanding: contestants spin a wheel to determine the point value of a question. A correct answer secures the points, but a wrong answer forces the player to draw a challenge from a hat. To claim victory, a player must either reach 1,500 points or answer 15 questions correctly, with the game ending prematurely if they accumulate seven incorrect answers.
Entering the competition, Lil Tjay was visibly confident, noting, “I’m a competitive person.” However, the game immediately tested his mettle. He hit a snag on the very first question, failing to identify the city famous for the “chopped and screwed” sound. As a penalty, Tjay was tasked with calling a friend to deliver the phrase, “Have a nice day,” leaving his confused acquaintance wondering about the sudden, polite gesture.
Despite the rocky start, the “Calling My Phone” rapper quickly found his rhythm. He navigated a diverse range of topics, from identifying Ice Spice’s home borough to pinpointing specific details on the cover of Future’s Mixtape Pluto. The 25-year-old artist further solidified his hip-hop credentials by correctly naming the rapper who holds the Guinness World Record for the most words in a hit song and identifying his own role model’s classic 2017 project.
The experience wasn’t without its physical trials, however. Tjay faced several challenges, including a particularly memorable moment involving a mystery jelly bean that left him visibly disgusted, prompting him to exclaim, “They went crazy with that one!”
Ultimately, the session served as a testament to Tjay’s quick wit and competitive spirit. Fans can watch the full video below to see if he managed to secure the trophy.