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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedJuly 30, 2026United States

Hip-hop pioneer Too $hort discusses his career and new album at age 60

Oakland hip-hop artist Too $hort is releasing his 23rd studio album, produced by Lil Jon, as he continues his career at age 60. The artist reflects on his four-decade journey, the enduring popularity of his hit 'Blow the Whistle,' and his commitment to challenging age-related stereotypes in the music industry.

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Why It Matters

This article highlights the ongoing career of a prominent cultural figure and the release of new music, marking a milestone in the artist's four-decade career.

Key Facts

  • Too $hort has reached the age of 60.
  • The new album 'Sir Too $hort Vol. 2: Drink & Smoke' is produced entirely by Lil Jon.
  • The album release date is Friday, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of the song 'Blow the Whistle'.
  • Too $hort has been active in the music industry for over four decades.
  • The artist performed with E-40 at the NFL Honors in February.
  • The new album features production work from Lil Jon's late son, DJ Young Slade.
  • Too $hort and E-40 participated in a Verzuz event in 2020.

Who's Mentioned

personDJ Young Slade“Late son of Lil Jon and producer on the new album.”organizationAssociated Press“The news organization that conducted the interview.”personLil Jon“Producer and collaborator on the new album.”personE-40“Collaborator and fellow hip-hop artist.”personToo $hort“Hip-hop artist and subject of the article.”locationOakland“The artist's home base.”