Kevin Gates doesn't like to buy his meat at the grocery store. He prefers to hunt for it himself. In a new interview with AllHipHop.com, Gates opened up about his love of hunting deer. However, he makes it clear that he doesn't just do it for sport. For him, it is also about mental health. According to the rapper, hunting can be likened to a spiritual experience. "It takes pure focus. It’s almost like meditation," he says in the interview. "You got to be in sync with it." In addition to his own meditative reasoning, Gates uses his hunting skills to provide for his family.
Once Gates makes a kill, he makes sure to show thanks to God for providing food. Then, he takes great care to dress the animal to ensure the meat remains untainted. The rapper says this gives him a greater understanding of and connection to the meat that he consumes. The rapper recently opened up about how taking a life is sacred, so it makes sense that he would go to great lengths to respect the animals he hunts and show his thankfulness. As rewarding as the experience may be, Gates acknowledges that it will never yield immediate results. “I know I’m not going to get instant results," he says. "I know I got to put work in... to cultivate it and develop it.”
Gates Receives Key To His Hometown
His newfound love of hunting is not the only development in Kevin Gates' life recently. He has also received the key to his hometown, Baton Rouge. The rapper was surprised on stage with the honor. Afterward, he took to social media to post his gratitude for the recognition. "Feeling grateful and honored to have received the key to the city of Baton Rouge!" Gates said on his Instagram after the event. "It's a privilege and I look forward to continuing to contribute to its growth and prosperity."
The Shade Room posted a video of the event, and commenters seemed displeased. Some wondered why Gates received the key when others deserved it. "Love Gates but as a Baton Rougian… Boosie does way more for his city…" one user said. Another chimed in to agree, commenting, "That belongs to Boosie." While many of the commenters expressed distaste, other users were downright lost. "What these keys be unlocking?" one user said. "I always wanted to know." What do you think of Kevin Gates' new hunting hobby? Also, do you think he deserved the key to the city? Sound off in the comments to let us know!
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