The Myth And Meaning Of J Dilla’s “Donuts”

Yet another outstanding video essay by Digging The Greats, shining light on the creation of J Dilla’s legendary album Donuts. Brandon Shaw dives deep into the stories, people and events behind the iconic work of art. Breakdowns of many songs from the album show Jay Dee’s remarkable production style, while searching for the truth about the supposed “hidden messages“ throughout the LP. The video proves J Dilla’s unwavering dedication to his craft, and defines all the uncertainties around the album with a beautiful art metaphor.