AceShowbiz - On a recent episode of his Rock The Bells Radio show, LL Cool J shared a vivid story about a chaotic encounter involving the late Ol' Dirty Bastard. For the first time, LL Cool J personally recounted an incident where ODB allegedly destroyed his award plaques and urinated on them.

The tale began when LL Cool J was contacted by the late music executive Chris Lighty, who urgently asked him to come to Chung King Studios. According to LL Cool J, Lighty explained that ODB had stormed into the studio, smashed all of his plaques on the walls, and then urinated on one of them. LL Cool J admitted he was initially confused about why this had happened, expressing both bewilderment and affection for the late rapper.

This story is part of hip-hop folklore, often shared by those who were present during the incident. Chris Lighty, who passed away in 2012, had previously provided additional context in a 2006 interview with Stuff Magazine. He described ODB arriving at the studio in a disturbed state, rapping incoherently and upsetting the team by demanding to record despite his off-kilter performance.

Lighty said the tension escalated when ODB reacted by tearing down the plaques from the walls and urinating on one of them. The disruption was so extreme that the studio receptionist reportedly called the police. However, as the group left the premises, ODB’s mood shifted dramatically, and he started laughing uncontrollably at the absurdity of the situation.

Despite the damage caused, the plaque soaked with urine still exists. John King, founder of the now-defunct Chung King Studios, revealed in a 2013 interview that he kept the infamous plaque at his home. This relic has become a symbol of the wild and unpredictable nature of ODB’s personality and legacy.

LL Cool J closed his recount by giving a respectful shout-out to Ol' Dirty Bastard, highlighting the complicated but enduring affection he has for the late rapper. This story adds another layer to the enigmatic and often unpredictable character of ODB, who remains a legendary figure in hip-hop history.

The incident remains a memorable chapter in the stories that define the culture and personalities of hip-hop’s golden era, illustrating the sometimes chaotic relationships between artists and the music industry environment.

Fans of LL Cool J and Ol' Dirty Bastard can look forward to more candid conversations like this on LL Cool J’s Rock The Bells Radio, where artists share untold stories from their careers and experiences.

This article is based on reporting originally published by Xxlmag.