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Ryan Witherspoon's Mom Watched Him At Summer Jam

HOT 97 · Jul 28, 2026 · published to YouTube

Ryan Witherspoon joins Hot 97 Mornings with Mero fresh off his Summer Jam performance, opening up about the moment his childhood dream came true — including hearing his mom's voice in the crowd. He breaks down his two custom Jordan Brand jerseys (a nod to Michael Jordan and Derek Jeter), the exclusive 15-pair Puerto Rican-inspired sneaker drop, and what it means to be the first artist to bring that story to the brand. The conversation goes deep into Ryan's plans beyond the stage: building a New York block party/concert series with fellow rappers and content creators, an "Anger Management"-style tour pitch, and his philosophy on artist independence — inspired by Nipsey Hussle — that lets him make music for love, not just money. Also discussed: Young Miami's standout Summer Jam set, real fan interactions since blowing up, and Ryan's vision to become one of the greatest to ever do it out

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