In a recent interview with Rock The Bells, DJ Quik talked about his forthcoming, yet-to-be-titled album, and his current standing as one of the best producers Hip-Hop has birthed. At the end of the day, he says he makes music to make people feel good — an idea that took on new meaning during the pandemic.

“I do music to make people feel good," he said. "I hate to sound like the leader, but that's what the fuck I am," he says. "So I make music that makes you feel good, and some of the music that’s been coming out lately gives me anxiety. It touches my anxiety nerve.” 

The gifted Compton rapper/producer also touched on another reason he's working on a new project, even though he thought 2014’s The Midnight Life might be his last.

“Another reason I'm making this record is because, number one, I'm one of the good, good producers, like Top 10 producers of all time,” he said. “I am. So I make money off this shit. I want to make money off this shit. I like doing this because it pays my bills, and I have fun doing it. And they say that if you do what you love, you never work a day in your life. I'm kind of living the dream like this. You know, it's rare. It's like hitting the lottery being a great producer.” 

Quik's new single, “Class” is available to stream now. His album is due out sometime this summer.