DJ Khaled recently recounted an intriguing story from decades ago, claiming to have witnessed the initial meeting between Lil Wayne and Birdman in New Orleans. However, some fans are skeptical about the accuracy of his account.

During an episode of the Club Shay Shay podcast with Shannon Sharpe, DJ Khaled shared his memories of those early days in the music scene. He recalled working at a record store called Odyssey Records in New Orleans, where Lil Wayne would frequently visit. Khaled, who also DJed at the store, described how Birdman and his crew used to arrive, selling tapes out of their trunk before they secured a record deal.

“I was there when Lil Wayne met Birdman,” Khaled explained. “Birdman and them used to pull up to the record store and out the trunk bring cassettes at that time. This was before they had their deal.”

He emphasized the impact these tapes had, selling out within seconds of hitting the shelves. Khaled sees his early interactions with artists like Lil Wayne and Birdman as the foundation for his later collaborations with some of the biggest names in the industry.

However, when DJ Akademiks reposted the clip on social media, some fans questioned the authenticity of Khaled’s story. One commenter dismissed Khaled’s account, claiming that Birdman and Lil Wayne were already well-known figures before Khaled’s involvement. Another skeptic pointed out that Birdman had known Lil Wayne since Wayne was a child.

Despite the skepticism, others defended Khaled’s claims, citing Lil Wayne’s own confirmation of the story. Some fans attested to Khaled’s longstanding presence in the music scene, noting his connections with rising artists before they achieved widespread fame.

In a separate discussion, Birdman recently reflected on the challenges of raising Lil Wayne and B.G. during their early years in the music industry. Both artists were signed to Cash Money as teenagers, and Birdman shared anecdotes about their close relationships and the unique dynamics of their upbringing.

While DJ Khaled’s recounting of Lil Wayne and Birdman’s initial meeting may be subject to debate among fans, it underscores the deep connections and shared history within the hip-hop community, particularly in New Orleans where these iconic artists first crossed paths.