# “I Was Supposed to Be Next…” Tony Sunshine on Big Pun, Fat Joe & Missed Opportunities

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Podcast: [The Danza Project](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-danza-project-5362982)
Published: 2026-05-08T15:26:00+00:00
Episode link: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/RMTV5046387555.mp3?updated=1777594129
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Duration seconds: 7769

## Resource

Tony Sunshine sits down with The Danza Project and finally tells his story. From growing up in an abusive household and becoming the man of the house at a young age… to running with Big Pun and Terror Squad during one of the most legendary eras in hip-hop. He breaks down: • The moment Big Pun changed everything • Doing hooks on major records but not getting the credit • Industry politics that stalled his career • Depression, addiction, and disappearing from the spotlight • Why he believes things should’ve gone differently This isn’t just a music story… this is survival, perspective, and reality. Welcome to The Danza Project. If it’s TDP, you can bet it’s must TV. Subscribe and turn notifications on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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