The GAUDs Show | Ace Hood: Life After DJ Khaled, Independence & Redefining Success

On this episode of The GAUDs Show, Ray Daniels and Why Toby sit down with Florida legend Ace Hood for a raw and inspiring conversation about life, independence, and the music business.

Ace opens up about his journey after leaving DJ Khaled and the major label system, why ownership and independence gave him freedom, and how fatherhood, faith, and fitness reshaped his purpose. From his chart-topping hits Hustle Hardand Bugatti to his Mind, Body & Soul trilogy, Ace Hood explains how he redefined success on his own terms.

🔥 In this episode:

• Why Ace Hood walked away from major label deals

• The business lessons that changed his career forever

• Fatherhood, loss, and how family inspired his growth

• Mental health, fitness, and building balance in life & music

• What true ownership looks like for an artist in 2025

This isn’t just hip-hop talk — it’s a masterclass in resilience, entrepreneurship, and evolving beyond the industry system.