AceShowbiz - Suge Knight, the co-founder and CEO of Death Row Records, is set to release a revealing memoir titled Your Pain Is My Joy. This 352-page book promises an honest and unapologetic glimpse into the life of one of hip-hop’s most controversial figures.

The memoir, scheduled for publication on August 4 by Simon & Schuster's Gallery Books imprint, covers pivotal moments in Knight's life, including his role in shaping West Coast rap alongside legends like Tupac Shakur and Snoop Dogg. As a co-founder of Death Row Records in 1991 with Dr. Dre, Knight helped propel the genre to a global audience.

Known as "the most feared man in hip-hop," Knight was notorious for his imposing presence, ties to the Compton Bloods, and a history marked by violent incidents. His memoir does not avoid these controversies, offering readers a direct account of his life and the challenges he faced.

Among the topics addressed in the book is the infamous rumor that Knight once threatened Vanilla Ice by dangling him over a balcony to force the signing of publishing rights for "Ice Ice Baby." Additionally, the memoir promises to detail his "blow-out brawls" with longtime rival Sean "Diddy" Combs, founder of Bad Boy Records.

Knight's book aims to provide a comprehensive and candid narrative, shedding light on his experiences with the music industry, street conflicts, and the tragic circumstances surrounding Tupac Shakur's murder. Fans and critics alike will have the chance to hear his side of the story when the memoir arrives later this year.