24kGoldn built one of the fastest rises in recent pop music, moving from writing songs privately as a teenager to landing a record deal and a chart-topping hit before he had fully processed what was happening. 24kGoldn joined Sean Kelly on the Digital Social Hour to talk through that whirlwind and what it did to him.
The conversation moves from the early days of signing a deal and starting therapy at 19 into a more reflective look at ego, friendship, and what actually inspires his songwriting now.
About 24kGoldn
24kGoldn, born Golden Landis Von Jones, is a rapper and singer who broke through with the Billboard #1 single 'Mood' and earned a place on the XXL Freshman list, one of hip-hop's most closely watched honors for rising artists.
Alongside his music career, he has talked openly about starting therapy at 19 and has developed a genuine interest in business and investing. His EP 'Growing Pains' reflects that same mix of vulnerability and ambition that runs through the episode.
What 24kGoldn and Sean Kelly Talked About
- How 24kGoldn's rapid success with 'Mood' affected his mental health and sense of identity
- Why he started therapy at 19 and how it has shaped his approach to fame
- His path from writing music privately to signing a record deal at a young age
- What earning a spot on the XXL Freshman list meant for his career
- How he balances a growing business mindset with his music career
- His creative process for writing songs and the challenge of performing them live
- Why he values transparency and honesty in friendships despite the pressures of success
- What inspired his EP 'Growing Pains' and how life experience shapes his songwriting
Why This Conversation Matters
24kGoldn's conversation with Sean Kelly is a candid look at what rapid fame actually costs, told by an artist young enough to still be processing it in real time. It's a useful watch for anyone curious about the mental health side of a fast-moving music career.
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About Sean Kelly & the Digital Social Hour
Sean Kelly is an entrepreneur and the host of the Digital Social Hour, one of the fastest-growing interview podcasts in the world, where he sits down with entrepreneurs, athletes, creators, and cultural voices for candid, long-form conversations. The show draws over 100 million views a month across platforms. Explore more guest features on SeanKelly.io.
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