Grammy-winning rapper T.I. speaks on his time behind bars and what Hollywood star tried to get him out of serving time in his new Billboard cover story.

Based on an excerpt from the feature, Tip reveals what lenghts blockbuster movie icon Will Smith went through for him.

"As you mentioned, of course, {Eminem}. He was extremely supportive and inspirational during that time. Busta Rhymes, Puffy, Lyor Cohen, Russell Simmons, Nelly, David Banner, Charlie Mack, Will Smith. Will actually went as far as getting in touch with {attorney general} Eric Holder and the Obama administration trying to see if we could get some kind of release. He was very politely told that was not possible. {laughs}" (Billboard)