"Days and Nights Analyzin'" and "Concrete Eyes") and attracted the attention of Slum Village member T3 slum Village, who took the young artist under his wing, bringing Elzhi to the attention of Jay Dee. This connection paved the way for Elzhi's national debut on Jay Dee's Welcome to Detroit album, for which he received his first ever pay check in the rap game.
The tracks "Days and Nights Analyzin'" and "Concrete Eyes" gained recognition from Slum Village member T3, who mentored Elzhi and introduced him to Jay Dee. This collaboration led to Elzhi's national debut on Jay Dee's Welcome to Detroit album, marking his first professional earnings in the rap business.