This is what I'm talking about. This is what Hip Hop needs more of. In fact not necessarily more of, but more exposure of. Proper lyrics that have substance. Respect to the brother for continuing to make important music that speak to our people. Don't get it confused music IS for EVERYONE, but sometimes there is a need for songs that address specific demographics. Peace
wow a Black man in the game that likes us? refreshing a music video featuring a Black woman as its leading lady? refreshing hip hop by a wordsmith an actual real rapper? refreshing an animation featuring a black woman? refreshing something that isn't taking the piss out of/ hating on/ ridiculing #black women? infact no #misogynoir whatsoever??! brilliant, beautiful work well done Talib
Just know that as bleak as things seem, there are other people out in the world who share these values/thoughts/views just like you do. Hard to believe when everything else is so saturated with ridicule, misogyny, etc.
WOW. Talib Kweli, if you ever read this, thank you so much for this song. TRUTH. WOW. You just made me believe in how powerful and meaningful rap can be. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!!
when I first saw this I broke out in tears for us ol school hip hop fans we take hip hop personally in a spiritual way I cried cause I don't ever think that we will every get back to the way its supposed to be its so distorted and no matter how much we kick it with these young cats they wont listen talib thank you so much for being you god did a good job when he made you bro no wonder j hova said he would prefer to rap like you
I don't know if anyone understands this or not, but this is not just about Hip-Hop, this is a story of what happened to it, and what happened to the world as well. At least that's how I interpret it. I think his standpoint and how he's using the music is unparalleled. He's changing the world... I wish he had some publicity like he had back in the day, but that would just make him Tupac 2014. That said, my main goal is to relay a message, tell people whats actually happening and what, why, and how the media covers it up. If people knew the truth, Talib would be the superstar and Jay-Z and Beyoncé (Beyoncé running the world) would be nothing... they had talent... but sadly that's over and done now. I support what Talib's doing, and I hope that I can do the same with my music. Talib Kweli for a better world!!
I dig your comment but let me say its all about hip hop cause real hip hop is a spiritual thing that's why the girl is saying touch my soul heart and mind it makes me so made what we as a people have done to the music so when you make music know that there are people out here whos souls need feeding so get them to that state of grace bro
I definitely agree and feel what you saying. Great comment. But Jay-Z would be great regardless if Talib got the publicity he desereved. My opinion is that Jay's catalogue of work would not be diminished to any level ... If a person views hip hop as an art (as it should be viewed), then that person should be able to see that Jay-Z is a master of his craft. Hands down. Just like Talib, Kendrick, Krit, and some of the other great talents that still hold it down in hip hop today. Story telling / expression isn't easy ... He has a true talent. The celebrity and "conspiracy" theories can tend to taint his greatness as an artist. I'm not debating your message or really anything you was trying to say, I just can't agree with Jay-Z not being a true great in this hip hop game.
Amazing how you can still put out this kind of amazing art. I'm just a white boy from Chapel Hill NC but you have become one of my favorite rappers because you stick to what you know and love. I listen to this song every day and just now found this awesome video. I will one day come to see you in Brooklyn but if you come to NC there is no doubt I will be on the front row.
The dope design, animation & typography of the video was by Daniel Cordero, check out the design process of this video animation on www.behance.net/gallery/Talib-Kweli-State-of-Grace/15643557 Check it out y'all!
and iggy azelea is winning awards for hip hop and rapping. smh -_- WTH is wrong with the world. 'she grew up loving hip hop' now all her daughter got is love and hip hop' 1:12 - That line clearly reveals how twisted the new generations view of music is. As a young person I must say that the fact that this artistic piece is self aware, unapologetic, inspirational and flawlessly lyrical gives me a slither of hope that not all is lost in the music industry.
This song and video are almost beyond words. Cadence, tone, lyricism, content (as always), beats, hook, animation; the whole aesthetic is epic. Kweli, greatest emcee...?
this is a great acknowledgemnet to the Godfather of the spoken word (Gill Scott Heron) whose birthday was 1/04. Talib you are true to the calling you are walking in the paths of genius and relevance - preach bro
LOL @ people who disliked this video. The beauty of this record is matched by this awesome artistic video being displayed. I'm glad I live in a world that Talib Kweli exists in.
This is a great song! It is very inspiring, heart felt, and inspirational. Good Job my Brother! To say rap needs more songs like this would be an understatement!
beautiful fam, pure poetry.........she was once expressive and organic, now she trapped, free'bass'd, and re'rocked on this dysfunctional planet .........phonics 1luv
Holy hell. First song of Talib's I heard - immediately subscribed, *real* artists are a rare find (y) Breath of fresh air in the stale and uniform mainstream - glad I can support.
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This is not rap, this is art. Black poetry right here.
that's true
Yes #Art #IStandWithTalib
The real
R.A.P. What we fall in love in the beginning
R.A.P.=Rhythm Art Poetry
It is rap and it is art. They are not mutually exclusive.
No, it's just beautiful poetry. Shakespeare isn't white poetry as Talib isn't black poetry. Art isn't about that absolute nonsense.
"why should I support music that constantly disrespects me??"
Million dollar question
One of best hip hop songs I've ever heard.
+ghostdoom84 Yep, and no samples either.
+ghostdoom84 Yep, and no samples either.
respect!
This the type of music that need to be on the radio
Nearly cried... This song speaks so much...
Kweli is right. The longer they listen to the bullshit, the harder it will be for them to recognize what's real
True shit
That's why u ignore the bullshit
the most underrated rapper all time
one of em!
Everything about this song and video is amazing.
This is pure art. The lyricism and storytelling are on another level and the visuals of the music video are breathtaking
This is what I'm talking about. This is what Hip Hop needs more of. In fact not necessarily more of, but more exposure of. Proper lyrics that have substance.
Respect to the brother for continuing to make important music that speak to our people. Don't get it confused music IS for EVERYONE, but sometimes there is a need for songs that address specific demographics.
Peace
Another message worth listening to... Keep spittin' Kweli!
처음부터 처음부터 처음부터
JUSTHIS - Cooler than the cool
승이형 욕보이지 말고 글내려라 글내려라 글내려라 글내려라 글내려라 글내려라
@@이호석-y8l 승이 까는건데 뭐라노
@@국건 나도야 병@신아 ㅋㅋ
This isn't just a song... It feels like so much more than a song
I love how you stay true to yourself, never compromising your views to reach bigger audiences and make more money. You are a true legend. Big respect
❤
its CRIMINAL that this man hasn't won a Grammy, What the FUCK!!!
Production- Flawless
Hook- Flawless
All 3 verses- Flawless
This shit so fire. Too many quoteables
wow a Black man in the game that likes us? refreshing
a music video featuring a Black woman as its leading lady? refreshing
hip hop by a wordsmith an actual real rapper? refreshing
an animation featuring a black woman? refreshing
something that isn't taking the piss out of/ hating on/ ridiculing #black women? infact no #misogynoir whatsoever??!
brilliant, beautiful work
well done Talib
i feel ya sista
Just know that as bleak as things seem, there are other people out in the world who share these values/thoughts/views just like you do. Hard to believe when everything else is so saturated with ridicule, misogyny, etc.
👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Well said I know you wrote this email a while ago but still powerful truth…
The woman is one of the keys to us coming out of our hells…. (True loving leader)
Go to church on this song. As a black woman it speaks to me.
as a black woman you dont understand how much this is needed made me cry
amazing tune and video... where are all the true hip hop fans ? This should have millions of views???
WOW. Talib Kweli, if you ever read this, thank you so much for this song. TRUTH. WOW. You just made me believe in how powerful and meaningful rap can be. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!!
Wish I bumped some talib kewli sooner, this guy is TRUTH
_ _ keep in mind this is just 1/2 of black star. Image the full force.
POWERFUL!!!!!! EXCELLENTLY WRITEN!
Most Gracious True Vibes Here My Brother!!!!! Peace From Flushing Queens!!!!
Leave it to Talib to bring it home on these kinda instrumentals, the man kills it every time! Peace from out in British Columbia. Keep makin that art.
LOVE this video, hot track, lyrics on point :-)
Kweli, murked this boy
"sniff" .... so....beautiful
when I first saw this I broke out in tears for us ol school hip hop fans we take hip hop personally in a spiritual way I cried cause I don't ever think that we will every get back to the way its supposed to be its so distorted and no matter how much we kick it with these young cats they wont listen talib thank you so much for being you god did a good job when he made you bro no wonder j hova said he would prefer to rap like you
chokecobra I'm young and I'm listening :) give us youngsters a chance, we might surprise you.
Talib is on another level. Wow. Genius.
Peace and Love.
I love the song but the video really put things into focus I been riding with you since Get By
yo just heard this down here in Atlanta.....this shit right here is the TRUTH.......this is music/hip hop for the soul........
I cant even just call this Hip Hop.... Its much more than that.. This is straight ART
SO DEEP...LISTEN CAREFULLY....PURE!!!
I don't know if anyone understands this or not, but this is not just about Hip-Hop, this is a story of what happened to it, and what happened to the world as well. At least that's how I interpret it. I think his standpoint and how he's using the music is unparalleled. He's changing the world... I wish he had some publicity like he had back in the day, but that would just make him Tupac 2014. That said, my main goal is to relay a message, tell people whats actually happening and what, why, and how the media covers it up. If people knew the truth, Talib would be the superstar and Jay-Z and Beyoncé (Beyoncé running the world) would be nothing... they had talent... but sadly that's over and done now. I support what Talib's doing, and I hope that I can do the same with my music. Talib Kweli for a better world!!
I dig your comment but let me say its all about hip hop cause real hip hop is a spiritual thing that's why the girl is saying touch my soul heart and mind it makes me so made what we as a people have done to the music so when you make music know that there are people out here whos souls need feeding so get them to that state of grace bro
chokecobra The reasons behind modern hip-hop... Talib For Life.
I definitely agree and feel what you saying. Great comment. But Jay-Z would be great regardless if Talib got the publicity he desereved. My opinion is that Jay's catalogue of work would not be diminished to any level ... If a person views hip hop as an art (as it should be viewed), then that person should be able to see that Jay-Z is a master of his craft. Hands down. Just like Talib, Kendrick, Krit, and some of the other great talents that still hold it down in hip hop today. Story telling / expression isn't easy ... He has a true talent. The celebrity and "conspiracy" theories can tend to taint his greatness as an artist. I'm not debating your message or really anything you was trying to say, I just can't agree with Jay-Z not being a true great in this hip hop game.
Great message, and great artistry TALIB #1LOVE #STATEOFGRACE
so refreshing . we need more of the kind of music .
Just came back to this after growing as an individual... Its even more beautiful and powerful.
Real hip hop we just need more of it
Beautiful video from Talib, I'm enjoying Gravitas, expecially Art Imitates Life and New Leaders.
I have hit replay like 10 times already
Damn, Kweli = Lyrical Beast!
No Joke this guy is really something.
Maybe the most beautiful Hip - Hop lyrics and video ever.
Juan Pa Molina beautiful song, beautiful message
Amazing how you can still put out this kind of amazing art. I'm just a white boy from Chapel Hill NC but you have become one of my favorite rappers because you stick to what you know and love. I listen to this song every day and just now found this awesome video. I will one day come to see you in Brooklyn but if you come to NC there is no doubt I will be on the front row.
Talib chronicles our times like a sage
Talib feeding my soul and intellect with his lyrical lessons. I totally enjoyed this track.
the mastering of this track is nice
I love it! Right on~
Kweli for President of Hip Hop and leader of the Music Revolution!
Talib Kweli helps bring light to this dim lit world.
Talib kweli thanks for the real life hitting lyrics
Love this man! Thx Talib!
This is why Kweli is my favorite artist ever. His spoken word is pretty much unmatched.
this is more than music!
this deserves WAY more views
What a tune that is!
beautiful vocals then the MIGHTY TALIB the word-smith Supreme!.. bringing it home
wONDERFUL.......thankyou my brother... dont you dare stop....
Food for the soul.
I respect Talib Kweli so god damn much
I heard this song live in SD in March. It was deep.
such a gooooooood video, thanks Kwe' you legend!
this song put me in tears
Brother this is that GOOD MUSIC!
truth speaker, back from a time hip hop and rap ment something! a new fan I am.
+Nicole Marie This is his newest album! Black culture lives on.
music and art. the perfect tandem
The dope design, animation & typography of the video was by Daniel Cordero, check out the design process of this video animation on www.behance.net/gallery/Talib-Kweli-State-of-Grace/15643557 Check it out y'all!
This is pure art on many many levels.
Jessica Valentine YES
Righteous Dope WordUp!
MaxRespect P.E.A.C.E...
BlessUp!....
She will love it again because of songs like this.
I can't get enough of this song,takes me to another place.thnx Mr TAlIB KWELI.
Try 'Broken Glass' from his 'Beautiful Struggle' album.
Wow!!! So dope!!!
Thus song sounds so major on a 5.1 system. Especially those horns.
and iggy azelea is winning awards for hip hop and rapping. smh -_- WTH is wrong with the world. 'she grew up loving hip hop' now all her daughter got is love and hip hop' 1:12 - That line clearly reveals how twisted the new generations view of music is. As a young person I must say that the fact that this artistic piece is self aware, unapologetic, inspirational and flawlessly lyrical gives me a slither of hope that not all is lost in the music industry.
Ray Sunshine it's all about record sales man. cash cows and who can wear the least amount of clothes/highest amount of gold chains on stage.
Iggy doent deserve the esteem greatest label, he puts the best in our face and slow cool on music. New subject of music...fresh
This song and video are almost beyond words. Cadence, tone, lyricism, content (as always), beats, hook, animation; the whole aesthetic is epic. Kweli, greatest emcee...?
Along with Yasiin and a few others, top 10 alive for sure. This whole concept is pure magic like you said. Flawless hip-hop.
No word to describe. It's beyond!
Love this!
One decade in, fully confident saying this is an all-time great rap song. Introspective , importsnt. Thank you Kweli.
THIS from the top from top from top from top
so much respect for you and this song. I love this shit it's beautiful.
Complete video, both audio and video were excellent. Salute to Kweli, keep carrying the torch for real elements of hip-hop.
Can't help but revisit this beautiful work of art again and again.... and again.
Anazing hip hop needs more artist like this
Most Underrated, Most Unappreciated, Best to EVER do this. Talib Kweli.!!!!!
I love Kweli for this...
this is a great acknowledgemnet to the Godfather of the spoken word (Gill Scott Heron) whose birthday was 1/04. Talib you are true to the calling you are walking in the paths of genius and relevance - preach bro
Fav song off of Gravitas. Love the album!
This is easily one of my favorite songs of all.We need more rappers like brother Talib.
thank you Revolution TV station for providing me such a beautiful video
This song frees me. Such an inspiration, takes my knowledge to another level... Had it not been for a woman, none of us would be here. Freedom!
LOL @ people who disliked this video. The beauty of this record is matched by this awesome artistic video being displayed. I'm glad I live in a world that Talib Kweli exists in.
DOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOPE
Best rap song in the last 20 years.
Hip hop needed this.
And this is why I love and respect the man! A powerful video for a powerful song. THIS IS WHAT WE NEED ON THE RADIO IN HEAVY ROTATION!!
This is a great song! It is very inspiring, heart felt, and inspirational. Good Job my Brother! To say rap needs more songs like this would be an understatement!
YESSS!!!!!!!!!.....amazing
This is a beautiful track with beautiful lyrics and a beautiful video. Simply great. I can't believe this has only 230k views either.
beautiful fam, pure poetry.........she was once expressive and organic, now she trapped, free'bass'd, and re'rocked on this dysfunctional planet .........phonics 1luv
I can't get enough of this song!
I have the ut most respect for this brother and his talent and the other people who made this possible God bless ya'll
Awesome animating.
What a beautiful song
Holy hell. First song of Talib's I heard - immediately subscribed, *real* artists are a rare find (y)
Breath of fresh air in the stale and uniform mainstream - glad I can support.