Earthquake revealed he once faced $3 million in debt to the IRS, a burden he accumulated while trying to sustain a lifestyle beyond his means.

The debt coincided with a difficult divorce, where despite no prenup, his ex-wife was entitled to half the assets but not responsible for the massive tax liability. Previously owning a mansion next door to Jamie Foxx, Earthquake admitted he was “gambling” on reaching financial stability sooner. Now, with his current wife, he values financial discipline and partnership, a stark contrast to his earlier struggles.