i remember i saw 3k walking in the park w his clarinet. we were walking toward one another & i was gonna go up to him n do the whole fan thing but then i stopped myself bc something in me just wanted him to feel like a normal person just taking a walk thru the park... we exchanged head nods & that was more than enough for me. after hearing him talk about having social anxiety i’m glad i listened to my gut that day.
"when you are alone a lot.... you contemplate. When you have a lot of time to contemplate sometimes it's not good... and the brain loves to find problems and that's not good." I felt this line.
I didnt feel it. No offense. Because the truth of the matter is, when youre alone, is when you're with God. The brain loves to find problems so it can show you that something needs to be fixed. Look around you. The world is filled with people who dont think they have a problem and are afraid to be alone so that they can keep that false sense of reality. There's a lot of noise in the air these days meaning less time to be alone whether physical human company or music or youtube. Theres constantly someone in our ear. Less alone time.
Son of man! No offense taken but I would not count TH-cam or just random noise pollution as not being alone. Yes when you are alone you are with God. My experience is that company around you leads to less thinking by the brain. Sometimes they aren’t really problems they are just random thoughts that your brain perceives as a problem.
I went to middle school with A3K( Andre Benjamin) and EVERYTIME and I mean EVERYTIME I see or hear his name or voice I light up with pride over who he's become, we lost a lot of schoolmates due to drugs and violence, so I'm always happy to remember the journey that took us from then to now. I appreciate his success because his success felt personal to me..."Andre, I still remember you and your boys tried to jump me at school 😂🤣😂" I love you and pray for your continued success both professionally and personally.
@@jtcindahaus they're gang was comprised of the shortest dudes in the school thus they're name "The Shorties" they targeted taller dudes than them...my crime against humanity was being 5'10 in 9th grade.
What I think he really means there is he never stuck with a certain thing long enough to be at the status of Miles Davis with the trumpet, or Herbie Hancock with the keys. I don't think he would deny he's a great rapper, but at this point he's definitely outside of the realm of rap even being considered in the same circle of musicality as some of the jazz and rock greats on their instruments, it's an entirely different thing. Everyone who can talk grows up speaking, and can learn to put rhythm and cadence and inflection on their voice, but 90% of people who can talk can't play an instrument with their breath like trumpet or sax or clarinet.
@@antondoty5552 yeah, but learning and being decent at an instrument isnt hard, it just takes time. Its just viewed as "above" rap because most people dont do it, even though they 100% can. Every body is impressed when someone can play the simplest song while I just cringe. Andre3000s songwriting is what puts him above other rappers, yes he has incredible technical skill but miles davis isnt known for just playing notes in a rhythm hes known for what he did in jazz, both andre 3000 and miles davis are equally great artists.
Jun Di Totally, but he’s not talking about being decent. He’s talking about being great. And while you’re right about various instruments being easy to pick up by anyone, and bad players with shitty songs are definitely cringeworthy it absolutely takes more time, practice and dedication to become an incredible instrumentalist vs an incredible rapper/songwriter. Not discounting those who practice their rapping and songwriting at the same level of technical ability as a world renown violinist or trumpeter, but most rappers don’t have that level of commitment which dilutes the pool a little bit.
The fact that André 3000 has social anxiety and feels more comfortable alone is making me want to cry, I really have never thought that the people I listen to would be going through the same type of mental issues that I do. It just makes me want to listen to his music more.
@@drfangaz-pronouncedlikefan4019 We all are gods incarnated on Earth. Most of us never find our greatness because either we don't understand this or we do but don't BELIEVE...
Steven McCormick I was in Atlanta near Moreland Ave. and I was driving my scooter and I needed 50 cents for a blunt because the gas station wanted a 5$ minimum to use my card. He was behind me in line. I walked out to my scooter to look for change and I hear “I got you” I turned around and he handed me two dollars. I said “I only need one it’s ok” and as I was giving him back one dollar I noticed who it was and I said “are you Andre Benjamin?” He said “yes sir I am” I was like “O MY GOD!” He gave me a big hug and I said “can I take picture with you?” He said “yes”. I told him, “thank you for what you do for music” at the time he was filming the Jimi Hendrix movie and I asked him about that and he said, “I can’t really tell you about that” but he wanted to tell me I could see it In his eyes. Then he noticed more people walking up and he got nervous and said “alright love you” and he gave me another hug and he got in his SUV and took off. It was amazing!!! No lie this is a real story thanks for letting me share it :-)
It's prob because he saw how Kanye lost fans when he switched up his style to braggadocio although he gained new ones but the kind of ppl that liked 50 Cent try-hard ish.
That's what I'm saying. I think he'd be suprised how much support and love he has. He already earned that shit. You can't please everyone. The ones that are gonna talk shit were never cool to begin with lol
I think it's more so he wouldn't enjoy it. He believes he's not the same, which he isn't but his rust is others artist best project so he just needs to do it
I saw 3 stacks while walking down the street in LA. He was on the phone so I didn't approach him, but when I looked towards him, he looked at me and gave me this nod like.. Yeahh bruhh its me. He was wearing some overalls.
He's one of the coolest celebs. I ran into him at whole foods in Atlanta and he was really nice. Apparently, he's known for just talking to people at the store.
Dude check my Twitter I have named every Mc I love not rappers MC’s and he is 100% in my top 3! I’d put him no.1 but I love Rakim and Marshall people gon’ be like why Eminem? Because he went against the character of what was expected from a white dude in the 90’s. Come from nothing to something. The fact 3stacks and slim talk frequently I would love them to do a track if it cannot be an album. Imagine feat from Royce and big boi. 😍🎵🎶
I’ve listened to this podcast episode probably 5-7 times since it dropped. It gives me peace in a way. The best part is they are both very successful, but their tones, voices and stories tell they are just two guys making their way through life just like us.
Probably because, at least from his experience, it's oftentimes unfair, negative judgement. I should know, because I've been there for a good minute. His spiritual vibe is most likely on a FAR different plateau than most of us, thus the spiritual sensitivity is also on a FAR higher scale. If nothing else, he's probably searching for those who see his soul & spirit 1st, THEN his songs...
How is Rick Rubin, a record producer, doing a better job at interviewing a celebrity(one of my top 3 rappers) than most trained media professionals? He asks the right questions, doesn't interrupt unless he has something of value to add to the conversation. Kudos to both these legends for giving us this masterpiece! Edit:i know its a little vain, but thank u all for the likes!
"trained".. thats the problem. These are two HUMANS who are passionate and actually give a fuck about each other... Rick isn't asking questions for clicks and drama. Theyre genuinely having a conversation
"Never been great at anything!" Andre. From one of the greatest lyricist of my lifetime. God bless you bro. I appreciate you as andre and being a real person and your music because you can hear the care in your lyrics. Thank you
I know, that statement flawed me too, I think I exclaimed out loud ( to myself) , if he’s never been great then I’m not sure anyone has ever been great at anything in the whole of human history.
I ran into 3k in the bathroom of Starbucks in Cumberland. I said, “man you look like 3000.” He said, “that’s me”. Then I said something real fannish like, “man I love your music.” 🤣 I look back and see how ready he was for a regular conversation. If I could go back...
One thing I’m definitely grateful for is Andre got his flowers while he was still here. He has been recognized as a top tier lyricist by many ppl in and out of the industry.
did you even listen to the podcast? half the time he’s talking about how much he misses being unsuccessful and having zero notoriety. do you think he cares about being regarded as one of the greatest rappers if he doesn’t even listen to rap?
I hated goin to the laundromat with a passion was very happy to get a washer dryer. This guy was willing to give up everything to feel normal when millions of normal people would give everything to have his life. What I learned today is find a way to be happy right where you’re at because somebody somewhere wishes they had what you have.
There's truth to what he says, but being on the side of having it all and turning away is one thing. To be that great at a craft and never follow it through to fruition for a second I'd wager brings more self-questioning and internal trouble
@@fantasyfightstudiostm2781 autocorrect. thanks for putting in the time to provide such helpful input. you're a real one man. keep doing what you do. we need more people like you.
Andre made some of the boldest moves in his world as an artist. OutKast broke the mold and was universally epic and influential to my childhood discovering music. Hard to top something as big as that, but it sucks to hear pain in such a brilliant mind.
This is more of a therapy session. It's crazy because knowing his anxiety issues you can really see Rick trying to offer help and offering earnest creative advice.
I'm going through a rabbit hole this week of André3000 after the new album release! Jesus I'm in love with this guy! haha So sincere and open. As an only child, I can relate a lot to his words. He's an Artist from head to toe.
The rap game is still trying to catch up to Andre 3000, and he's been MIA for years. I never had a chance to see Outkast in concert, which is a tragedy, but I still got my original Outkast CD. I lived in the best era of hip hop.
They came to a club near me when I was still in high school near a college I ended up attending after. They hadn't long released ATliens and it was an amazing show and I was close to the stage. I just got lucky they never carded. I was 16 or 17 I think. I was late getting to the same club for Homecoming one year and Goodie Mob performed, so I missed that, which sucked.
@@tmibeard I saw Kast in Statesboro. Also saw YoungBloodZ and Jim Crow later. Other than Kast, they were the most fun I've had. Some fool tried to either grab Sean Paul's chain or something while he crowd surfed. Guy was next to me and I will never forget when he got back to the stage he pointed the guy out and the goons swept in and handled him.
When he said “Ive never been great at anything” I had to take a seat. I’ve gone through some rough year of depression and now that I’m starting to feel better - I can’t help all the shame at the “wasted time.” I constantly feel not great at anything because I just feel so behind - and I felt that way before the depression got bad. To hear 3k say he feels that way too is just - I want to give him a hug. I get it. I was listening to a podcast that said, “it’s important to live life by design rather than emotion. Basically, sticking to a routine is what allows us to be the healthiest version of ourselves (especially when you're fighting these demons ex. OCD for me). I’ve had to overhaul how I approach taking care of my brain (exercise, journaling, studying etc) by practising mediocre consistency. Now I try to put in consistent 50-60% effort into my journaling habit - to make sure I do it I began recording it and posting it on YT. Because historically I have a habit of going too hard, not being able to sustain the Herculean effort, giving up and hating myself. So now I’m trying to give a small, consistent mediocre effort everyday. And its crazy how it adds up.
19:00 - 19:25 - 21:23 - 22:35 "...The brain loves to find problems, even if they are not there." 'And no one teaches you how to deal with it... I just don't want to feel everything all the time.' # Hypersensitivity
@@icondon1400 that's exactly what I thought...I'm one of those things myself..light worker or empath..I'm a Hebrew born aquariuas life path 7 and a high functioning autistic...I'm all jacked up but what Andre says really resonate with me
That is actually true, I wonder if he would consider it. He could even do it from home. I'm feeling his whole feelings! I pray that if he wants to start making music again, he gets the support he needs to fulfil that.
11:24 "I kind of like music that I can have my own thoughts to" dude described what I've been thinking for years but never said it in such a eloquent way
Having crippling anxiety and depression, I feel for Andre'. I can hear the anxiety in his voice. I really feel for him. I'm sending good vibes for him.
There is only ONE OTHER DUDE who could honestly be "the next Andre'" … and that's *CHILDISH GAMBINO.* both are artists both have their own funky style both are deep with their lyrics neither were about 'commercialization' both are actors and producers both are AT-aliens both tap into "singing" in rap I'd love to see them do a collaboration.
I think he's concerned of the backlash that every single artist goes through nowadays. This new generation is very harsh and brutal with their opinions and it can kill your creativity by overthinking the response of others
"Imagine it's a scene in a movie, instead of sinking in...rather say that you can't wait to see what happens next like watching a movie" - rick That's one of the best things anyone's told me about anxiety and obstacles. I heard it in this podcast a couple days ago and it has helped me so much when I'm trying to calm myself down.
I also like to think, when something happen to just let it go and think of it like man imagine in a few years imma laught this of so much, sometimes in the heat of the moment things sucks but with a step back you can grow from that moment and be a better person, things happen for a reason it's these moments that defines life... yeah fucking love andre ! 😅
I wasnt feeling them that first album...BUT the next 3! man I'm one of there biggest fans I love them both big boi & 3 stacks.... but since they are on hiatus my new number one Duo is LITTLE BROTHER!
Dude. I was 15 in 03. Now all of a sudden I'm 33 next week. But that album [both sides] still makes me feel like it was yesterday. It really just cemented those years into history.
Damn I wasn’t expecting him to be so down on himself. He’s such a cool guy. I hope he finds internal peace. I relate to a lot of what he’s talking about.
I miss Andre's music more than anything I have ever lost in this life. I really hope he returns to hip hop in any shape or form. Freddie Gibbs is my favorite current rapper but Andre is definitely my all time favorite. I grew up and became a man to his lyrics. I miss him so very much.
Ac Benny Freddie is an assasin on the beats bro,it’s so sad that we don’t get to see anything from the legend Andre in yearss though,guess we’ll have to wait for the next Frank Ocean record and hope for a feature 😔
fr him saying he wasn't sure if ppl would like his new direction he was going in, then drops those two mothers day songs which are incredible, they get great reception and then he dips lmao. Honestly want more solo stuff from him whatever it is
I miss all of them, really. Outkast. Goodie MOB. Young Bloods. Nappy Roots I always liked SOUTHERN RAP way more than "East" and "West". Others were baning Tupac and Biggie in my college years, but I was banking SOUTHERN Rap. Probably because it was more "real" and about "life" and "conscious." I guess fans of Reggae understand that.
Damn this made me feel so bad for 3000. You never know what people are going through. That only child then is serious. Rick Rubin connected with him so rough he better then a therapist
I love how Rick is making Andre realize his potential. You can tell he’s judging his own lane... let it go Dre, bring it back! Would love to see his new music from a new perspective.
I think he knows his potential, he just feels stuck or overwhelmed by the ppl who will tear down or judge anything he puts out. And like he said he’s lacking confidence right now. I would love new music from Andre but I want him to do what he wants to do. If his heart isn’t in it and he just wants to go to the park and play the bass clarinet, then I think that’s great. I think when ppl say “let it go, and bring back your music” it’s just adding to the feeling of being stuck or being overwhelmed.
Hahahaha 🙃 reading your comment found me a low time, the way you articulated it, you made me laugh from my soul , and for that I thank you my friend!🤙🏻👊🏻
Also, I remember years ago, I use to work at this supermarket and Andre 3000 and his son, Seven would come in to shop. One time he was in self check out and his card wouldn’t swipe, so he came to me to help him. He gave me his card to swipe at my cashier station. It was a Black card. It was the first time I ever held a black card in my hands in my life. The card was hard and didn’t bend. Once I swiped his card and got him checked out. He thanked me and left the store. He’s so polite, patient, and nice.
Yes we are still here!!! I’m here for a 3000 Instrumental album (although he is my favorite emcee)... I even bought the Class of 3000 soundtrack, slept on
Andre's 3000 was unknown to me until I watched ' Idlewild' This young man is truly so before his musical talent The music 🎶 dancing and movement in that movie was incredible ! I am a 71 year old singer and surrounded by my whole family as singers & musicians all of my life ! Exposed to all kinds of music and my young brother you are phenomenal, like so many who were overlooked or under appreciated. I love you from my heart and I will keep you in my prayers. The music world has not yet experienced your awesome gift. Never stop smiling it's infectious. Keep looking up, God has a plan. 🙏💞🥰
Andre 3000 is a once in a lifetime. Its a big statement but in terms of innovation and creativity etc hes up there with michael jackson and prince. Like rubin said nobody like him has made music like his since
In other words 3 stacks don’t wanna rap because y’all can’t just listen to it you gotta run to the blogs and pick apart shit and basically y’all just get on his damn nerves...
Basically nobody will listen and then the things that are prevalent now is far from what he creates but you have alot of artists that are inspired by him so I listen for them the good is very underrated and what's bad is much overrated
I really really want to hear a record with kendrick and Andre... kendrick is a big fan and i think that they have similar personalities, they could make something interesting. Also kendrick is a chill guy, perfect to let the creativity flow, with no pressure.
Andre 3000 verse on elevators is one of the greatest verses I have ever heard. I love nas and big pun ...but the way he put that verse together is ridiculous. Salute sir.
All of the verses mentioned are straight Fuego. His 2nd verse on Aquemini is probably my personal favorite, but is it the hardest? "A Life In The Day Of Andre Benjamin" may get the nod because there's no hook, he just goes and goes and goes. But the end of "Elevators" is indeed very special... "True, I've got more fans than the average man, but not enough loot to last me To the end of the week, I live by the beat, like you live check-to-check If you don't move your feet then I don't eat, so we like neck-to-neck Yes, we done come a long way like them slim-ass cigarettes From Virginia, this ain't gon' stop, so we just gon' continue" A3K: Book One, Chapter Six, Verse Four
Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik First CD I ever bought, got it from best buy across from Southlake Mall. Over a quarter-century ago, man life goes by quick. Shout out to the GOAT rap group, end of discussion.
As a youngster growing up in London, i remember when Outcast first came to the scene in the States, it was unlike anything I have heard before so I went to HMV and Virgin records to buy southernplayalisticcadillacmusik album on LP but I was told no chance of getting it here mate. I applied for a passport, saved up money and travelled to the States to connect with the culture, certainly I bought the album and returned back to London. Outcast 3K and Big boi were epic rappers and to hear that Andre suffers from social anxiety is shocking as his bars were on a deferent level. Wishing Andre all the best from London and thanks Outcast for putting the South on the map!
Suffering through social anxiety for 15 years now, depression, and hypersensitivity while being an artist; this was so refreshing to hear. Because for years I've been over analyzing, and Ricks advice was perfect.
Andre 3000 describes what think of as "The Plight of the Lyrical Artist". Rappers like him fall into 2 categories. On one hand, the desire to meet their own standard becomes a hindrance to creativity. That's how u get 1 album every 8 years. On the other hand, u get artists like Eminem or Lupe, who start to sacrifice songcraft for lyrical showmanship. Both scenarios represent either an inability or a creative block, whatever the cause is.
I agree. But the Eminem and Lupe example is that they are still putting out music and experimenting. Nothing stays the same forever, artists can't reclaim their youthful energy when they come onto the scene and no musician consistently smashes it out the park, but occasionally you get home runs, singles on albums that remind you why this artist is special. Rappers have peaks and declines, it's natural and not unlike a sports athlete, but I'm happy for little gems every now and then. If your art can make people happy which is what I think André's can, then he can make a positive difference to the world and people's lives.
He said my therapist said the same thing. Andre I adore you. I'm struggling with HSP and always have. Sensitivity is a blessing only if you can have something to dig into or else you naturally just absorb everything. This podcast made me feel understood. 10/10
Someone commented this to me. I'm so grateful. Always love dre.. such a smart, humble guy. And rick also spoke to alot of my musical/life philosophies.
Definitely click baitish but I guess this will do. I definitely feel you on that. That’s the reason they used that pic of him and Rubin for their thumbnail.🤦🏾♂️
You can tell that Andre has a really hard time accepting Rubin's subtle nudges to create again and actively thaw out of his frozen state. At 40:00 ish he gets quiescent and shruggish while Rubin tells him that he can be the person creating the new thing. Rubin is a man who has struggled with many of the same things and met many people calibrated the same way. He keeps showing Andre open doors, or at least pathways to begin on -returning to his social roots, music for self-enjoyment, meditation, stepping into another person's shoes, and so on- but Rubin can't step through the door for Andre. I know what it feels like, but you've got to have courage to actually live.
@me_irl Are you a Therapists? Offer analysis on podcast Cover Photo? Could be my 🧠 overthinking this but why am I getting #Movie #getOUT #Handler #Pizza #BB #MK ...looking at it?
@@girl123boy456 nope, Andre isn't being handled or Get Out controlled. He's just creatively frustrated as a man whose social and economic context has changed drastically. Success sends a lot of artists down this path.
Andre if you ever come to this comment section know you are extremely loved regardless if you put music out or not!! This one of those interviews I come back to often, & it makes me appreciate him more every trip as an artist & human🤍
I love Andre 3000. Hearing him speak of his confidence and worrying about what others think about say about his music makes me feel less alone and less foolish about feeling the same way. I needed to hear this right now.
This speaks to my spirit. They are telling my life at this very moment. I know this was supposed to be about music, but this was most definitely larger than music. Very therapeutic.
Man I'm so happy I stumbled upon this, even though a year later. Him saying he doesn't have the confidence blew me away. He later said how music nowadays is dissected at a rapid speed. And how the most negative remarks spread on the internet like wildfire. It can be maddening to an artist
I don't think it's fame.. It's a personality thing. It's noticeable more with famous people. For example, I am glad we wear masks because I feel normal now I don't get noticed. I get frustrated when going in public places because I don't wish people can notice me.
He is what the game is missing. We need him the most right now. We are living in some strange times. And I think his perspective would give hope and joy to all.
Two legends chopping it up, I love it. This is an interview people will be watching in 100yrs, easily. Be grateful you were here to experience these two as they were here. Peace and love to all! 💖🙏🏻
Seriously....I love these 2 individuals. This was like a therapy session for 3K with Dr Rubin. I sense at times Rick was trying to give confidence back and get André to make more music. Great interview ad beautiful conversations.
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This is soooo good!
Mr. Rubin have you/ would you like to work with some Grime rappers from the UK . Diz, Wiley, Skepta, ?
This podcast is more than about music it’s about the life of a musician.
@@DJTEKTORO Absolutely. This podcast is so honest
i remember i saw 3k walking in the park w his clarinet. we were walking toward one another & i was gonna go up to him n do the whole fan thing but then i stopped myself bc something in me just wanted him to feel like a normal person just taking a walk thru the park... we exchanged head nods & that was more than enough for me. after hearing him talk about having social anxiety i’m glad i listened to my gut that day.
crazy respectful nicely done im sure he appreciated it 👃🏽🧡
Naw you snoozed. You should've said something.
yooooo bless your heart, I know that must've been hard. Its sooo important for them to get a sense of normalcy sometimes. Thank you
A clarinet huh haha
@@chelseaamangoua3273 waack
"when you are alone a lot.... you contemplate. When you have a lot of time to contemplate sometimes it's not good... and the brain loves to find problems and that's not good." I felt this line.
As a man who travels fro a living...
I definitely felt it
I didnt feel it. No offense. Because the truth of the matter is, when youre alone, is when you're with God. The brain loves to find problems so it can show you that something needs to be fixed. Look around you. The world is filled with people who dont think they have a problem and are afraid to be alone so that they can keep that false sense of reality. There's a lot of noise in the air these days meaning less time to be alone whether physical human company or music or youtube. Theres constantly someone in our ear. Less alone time.
Son of man! No offense taken but I would not count TH-cam or just random noise pollution as not being alone. Yes when you are alone you are with God. My experience is that company around you leads to less thinking by the brain. Sometimes they aren’t really problems they are just random thoughts that your brain perceives as a problem.
Good u got the sense of it and 85 ppl more.
I heard this part LOUDLY. It rang true.
I went to middle school with A3K( Andre Benjamin) and EVERYTIME and I mean EVERYTIME I see or hear his name or voice I light up with pride over who he's become, we lost a lot of schoolmates due to drugs and violence, so I'm always happy to remember the journey that took us from then to now. I appreciate his success because his success felt personal to me..."Andre, I still remember you and your boys tried to jump me at school 😂🤣😂" I love you and pray for your continued success both professionally and personally.
Haha. I loved reading this story 😊
What did you do wrong?
@@jtcindahaus they're gang was comprised of the shortest dudes in the school thus they're name "The Shorties" they targeted taller dudes than them...my crime against humanity was being 5'10 in 9th grade.
@@dorianbedorian211 crazy story, haha. Thanks for sharing
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“Never been great at anything” says one of the greatest rappers of all time.
...lol yeah I said WHAT! out loud in the car
What I think he really means there is he never stuck with a certain thing long enough to be at the status of Miles Davis with the trumpet, or Herbie Hancock with the keys.
I don't think he would deny he's a great rapper, but at this point he's definitely outside of the realm of rap even being considered in the same circle of musicality as some of the jazz and rock greats on their instruments, it's an entirely different thing. Everyone who can talk grows up speaking, and can learn to put rhythm and cadence and inflection on their voice, but 90% of people who can talk can't play an instrument with their breath like trumpet or sax or clarinet.
@@antondoty5552 yeah, but learning and being decent at an instrument isnt hard, it just takes time. Its just viewed as "above" rap because most people dont do it, even though they 100% can. Every body is impressed when someone can play the simplest song while I just cringe. Andre3000s songwriting is what puts him above other rappers, yes he has incredible technical skill but miles davis isnt known for just playing notes in a rhythm hes known for what he did in jazz, both andre 3000 and miles davis are equally great artists.
Jun Di Totally, but he’s not talking about being decent. He’s talking about being great. And while you’re right about various instruments being easy to pick up by anyone, and bad players with shitty songs are definitely cringeworthy it absolutely takes more time, practice and dedication to become an incredible instrumentalist vs an incredible rapper/songwriter.
Not discounting those who practice their rapping and songwriting at the same level of technical ability as a world renown violinist or trumpeter, but most rappers don’t have that level of commitment which dilutes the pool a little bit.
@@antondoty5552 Yes, 100%
The fact that André 3000 has social anxiety and feels more comfortable alone is making me want to cry, I really have never thought that the people I listen to would be going through the same type of mental issues that I do. It just makes me want to listen to his music more.
Well your gullible and a idolater then lol
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@@elliottwilson2352 yeah bro LMAO imagine listening to an artist and thinking of them as people
so real!!!
so much for not being involved then huh... ;) same here, hope all is well B)
Him saying he was so into instrumentals age so well considering he just dropped a beautiful instrumental album.
andre: *says anything*
rick: *absorbing life energy* yes
This is such an underrated comment
Yes
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Andre is a god incarnated in flesh on EA and Rick is the contact.
@@drfangaz-pronouncedlikefan4019 We all are gods incarnated on Earth. Most of us never find our greatness because either we don't understand this or we do but don't BELIEVE...
Having Andre 3000s autograph on a Waffle House napkin is one of my most prized possessions! Period.
L A he sat next to me at a LA cafe, I was to nervous to more than head nod.
Steven McCormick I was in Atlanta near Moreland Ave. and I was driving my scooter and I needed 50 cents for a blunt because the gas station wanted a 5$ minimum to use my card. He was behind me in line. I walked out to my scooter to look for change and I hear “I got you” I turned around and he handed me two dollars. I said “I only need one it’s ok” and as I was giving him back one dollar I noticed who it was and I said “are you Andre Benjamin?” He said “yes sir I am” I was like “O MY GOD!” He gave me a big hug and I said “can I take picture with you?” He said “yes”. I told him, “thank you for what you do for music” at the time he was filming the Jimi Hendrix movie and I asked him about that and he said, “I can’t really tell you about that” but he wanted to tell me I could see it In his eyes. Then he noticed more people walking up and he got nervous and said “alright love you” and he gave me another hug and he got in his SUV and took off.
It was amazing!!! No lie this is a real story thanks for letting me share it :-)
@@MrDwaneMann this would be the peak moment in my life
That's a trip.
He's just a guy too.
But the value he brings as an entertainer, helped him progress , and a napkin noteworthy.
Peace.
Super cool! I feel like he should only sign them on Waffle House napkins.
Man.... It sucks to to know Andre thinks people would not enjoy new music made by him. WE love you bro, anything you want to share we will love
I think it's the perfect time for artists like him.
@@kingvan143 We really need real guys like him making music now
It's prob because he saw how Kanye lost fans when he switched up his style to braggadocio although he gained new ones but the kind of ppl that liked 50 Cent try-hard ish.
That's what I'm saying. I think he'd be suprised how much support and love he has. He already earned that shit. You can't please everyone. The ones that are gonna talk shit were never cool to begin with lol
I think it's more so he wouldn't enjoy it. He believes he's not the same, which he isn't but his rust is others artist best project so he just needs to do it
I saw 3 stacks while walking down the street in LA.
He was on the phone so I didn't approach him, but when I looked towards him, he looked at me and gave me this nod like.. Yeahh bruhh its me.
He was wearing some overalls.
"He was wearing some overalls" made me smile :)
lol
GAYYYYYYYYYY
He's one of the coolest celebs. I ran into him at whole foods in Atlanta and he was really nice. Apparently, he's known for just talking to people at the store.
@@MrSoSmooth1 dumbass
When people talk GOATs.... Andre 3000 better be on that list.
4 sho!!
Gotta have a solo album, at least a minimum of 3 to be on that list
Dude check my Twitter I have named every Mc I love not rappers MC’s and he is 100% in my top 3! I’d put him no.1 but I love Rakim and Marshall people gon’ be like why Eminem? Because he went against the character of what was expected from a white dude in the 90’s. Come from nothing to something. The fact 3stacks and slim talk frequently I would love them to do a track if it cannot be an album. Imagine feat from Royce and big boi. 😍🎵🎶
@@sahulianhooligan7046 better not, the world doesn't ready for that
@Jo͞on That was funny. Keep it coming.
I’ve listened to this podcast episode probably 5-7 times since it dropped. It gives me peace in a way. The best part is they are both very successful, but their tones, voices and stories tell they are just two guys making their way through life just like us.
Live your own life weirdo 😉
Bc they are bro
Such a great vibe from some truely genuine people
@@TheRichSilksExperience 🤙
@@TheRichSilksExperience whoa bro
This isn't an interview...this is a dope ass conversation between two legends.
... this is a podcast..
@@Pablo-bo2ru you know what he meant, Captain Obvious 👨✈️
Dope ass conversation between two humans with extraordinary life experiences!!
What does rick rubin actually do
@@radioazma He's a famous music producer who co-founded Def-Jam records back in the day...He works with a bunch of top artists
It’s tough hearing him be so stuck and frozen by fear of the judgement of others.
Andre 3000 is like me hypersensitive a empath what it sounds like to me it happens
This feeling sucks.
Probably because, at least from his experience, it's oftentimes unfair, negative judgement.
I should know, because I've been there for a good minute.
His spiritual vibe is most likely on a FAR different plateau than most of us,
thus the spiritual sensitivity is also on a FAR higher scale.
If nothing else, he's probably searching for those who see his soul & spirit 1st, THEN his songs...
After hearing his verse on Life Of the Party he has nothing to worry about still a goat easily. Verse of the year 🤦🏾♂️
Andre 3k is one of the best lyricists of ALL time. Dude is slept on and it's a crime.
I don’t understand why he doesn’t get more recognition. He’s such an amazing talent.
Listen to Come Home by Anderson Paak ft 3000, it won a grammy I think.
YES!
How is Rick Rubin, a record producer, doing a better job at interviewing a celebrity(one of my top 3 rappers) than most trained media professionals? He asks the right questions, doesn't interrupt unless he has something of value to add to the conversation. Kudos to both these legends for giving us this masterpiece!
Edit:i know its a little vain, but thank u all for the likes!
Melo Universal he has a lot to relate to with the artists since hes a producer whos worked with so many of them.
"trained".. thats the problem. These are two HUMANS who are passionate and actually give a fuck about each other... Rick isn't asking questions for clicks and drama.
Theyre genuinely having a conversation
Same reason why matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson have a better basketball podcast than anything on espn
mutual respect and shared experiences make a lot of difference
It's like when u cook with love
It’s so sad to hear him talk about a lack of creativity and confidence when he’s quite literally one of the greatest rappers.
Geminis have an intense relationship with creativity. Kendrick & Kanye always talking about it.
Na it’s because he knows what’s going on in the industry
@@ivanrojas7218 stop acting like a female. that horoscope shit is nothing
Overthinking is the bane of creativity- you are uncomfortably self conscious...
The artist's Sunken Place
@@happygucci5094 very true. For the same reason that meditation helps a lot of individuals become creative. The mind is cleared.
One of my favorite interviews ever.
Coming back to it regularly!!
love ur channel! just finished watching your video about Rick Rubin
here from your video. thanks brother
You sent us here!
Nice to find you here Jake. Loved your take on Rick and his career!
Andre is his own worst enemy. By far. That goes for a lot of true artists.
It's a Gemini thing!
@@martyrawdog indeed ♊ for life
Facts! All artist like myself struggle with this
Think that might just be a human thing my dude.
Everyone is their own worst enemy...
I remember what Andre 3000 said at the Source awards in 1995: “the South got something to say”...
And he (they) proved it!😍
Put the south on the map
@@beda543 "THEY" is correct GmoB included!!!
"Never been great at anything!" Andre. From one of the greatest lyricist of my lifetime. God bless you bro. I appreciate you as andre and being a real person and your music because you can hear the care in your lyrics. Thank you
When he said that I was floored. But I can understand not wanting to recognize yourself as great.
Love your comment
real
I know, that statement flawed me too, I think I exclaimed out loud ( to myself) , if he’s never been great then I’m not sure anyone has ever been great at anything in the whole of human history.
That Capri moon lol
Souls of mischief and the pharcyde are so underrated it’s a crime
Labcabincalifornia is an absolute gem to me
Don't get it twisted. They still tour.
Living Legends
YES
I got the chills when he mentioned Heiro! #Oaklandish
I ran into 3k in the bathroom of Starbucks in Cumberland. I said, “man you look like 3000.” He said, “that’s me”. Then I said something real fannish like, “man I love your music.” 🤣 I look back and see how ready he was for a regular conversation. If I could go back...
“We can’t be mad at God.”
Outkast is one of my favorite musical groups of all time.
I’m 63, grew up with led zeppelin , etc, Andres Half of OutKast’s double album is one of the best albums I own, happy Valentine’s Day!
I listen to that every Valentine’s Day rather I have a valentine or not that’s one of the harder hitting tracks I ever heard in life
Everyday the 14th
I see you, respected senior.
@@kingartison me too and not to mention my grandmother who passed 5 years ago would've been 80 years old on Valentines Day this year👑👑👑💝💝💝😇😇😇
Fuckin wow!
Respect to you, sir.
I love conversations like this. Really fascinating for people who make music.
nerd!
@@underwaterthunderchoppa9922 straight facts, andre talks about things only music heads can understand.
Absolutely.
@@underwaterthunderchoppa9922 ....is a great band, I know!
A lot of the things they discuss also apply to visual arts, which is more my wheelhouse, and it's really comforting to hear them
One thing I’m definitely grateful for is Andre got his flowers while he was still here. He has been recognized as a top tier lyricist by many ppl in and out of the industry.
Like Alicia keys,he and Big Boi ate clasically trained
Great point 🙌🏼
Lyricist? Don’t you mean a rapper?
did you even listen to the podcast? half the time he’s talking about how much he misses being unsuccessful and having zero notoriety. do you think he cares about being regarded as one of the greatest rappers if he doesn’t even listen to rap?
I hated goin to the laundromat with a passion was very happy to get a washer dryer. This guy was willing to give up everything to feel normal when millions of normal people would give everything to have his life. What I learned today is find a way to be happy right where you’re at because somebody somewhere wishes they had what you have.
Alexa play “Love yourz” Jcole 💯🤞🏽
All the way 💯
Excellent perception!
There's truth to what he says, but being on the side of having it all and turning away is one thing. To be that great at a craft and never follow it through to fruition for a second I'd wager brings more self-questioning and internal trouble
💯
11:40
"my focus is not there, my confidence is not there...I tinker...."
wow. andre 3000 said that.
that's like the sun telling you if feels small
*t h i n k e r*
@@fantasyfightstudiostm2781 autocorrect.
thanks for putting in the time to provide such helpful input. you're a real one man. keep doing what you do. we need more people like you.
Mojo Jojo I couldn’t tell if this was sarcasm or not but I’ll take the compliment. Just thought the typo was funny as they tend to be sometimes
FantasyFightStudios TM it was sarcasm and youre just an annoying dumbass
Yurik Hunt well, since the comment wasn’t directed to you in the first place, I can easily say the same about you without being sarcastic
I'd love to hear André make a jazz album of just instrumentals.
Free Jazz !
Well about that...... he making a tribal flute album with no vocals and it's out this friday
@@duckseatbread104 That's awesome! Thanks, good to know!
@@duckseatbread104yeah I just saw it in my feed by HipHopDx or so
I think you got your wish kid lol
Andre made some of the boldest moves in his world as an artist. OutKast broke the mold and was universally epic and influential to my childhood discovering music. Hard to top something as big as that, but it sucks to hear pain in such a brilliant mind.
Facts
Change is not easy and often causes stress... It's all a part of growth
He could of kept going. The fans showed up for every energy shift he made. From Southern to Love Below.
I dont think he is in pain, he is just real and human. I salute him for his honesty.
@@BethJehovah love below, sheesh... that work was epic
This is more of a therapy session. It's crazy because knowing his anxiety issues you can really see Rick trying to offer help and offering earnest creative advice.
It feels like an episode of Midnight Gospel. I would love to see these animated.
@@shridharambady2069 crazy I was thinking the same thing
@@shridharambady2069 Ppl need to see that show so great
And Rubin is handling this well, no force and letting Andre be him
I'm going through a rabbit hole this week of André3000 after the new album release! Jesus I'm in love with this guy! haha So sincere and open. As an only child, I can relate a lot to his words. He's an Artist from head to toe.
I thought it was just me … Lawd he’s so intriguing 😮💨🤤.. I would marry him tomorrow 😂
The rap game is still trying to catch up to Andre 3000, and he's been MIA for years. I never had a chance to see Outkast in concert, which is a tragedy, but I still got my original Outkast CD. I lived in the best era of hip hop.
They came to a club near me when I was still in high school near a college I ended up attending after. They hadn't long released ATliens and it was an amazing show and I was close to the stage. I just got lucky they never carded. I was 16 or 17 I think. I was late getting to the same club for Homecoming one year and Goodie Mob performed, so I missed that, which sucked.
Got to see them with Goodie in Athens around 98/99. It was crunk!
@@tmibeard I saw Kast in Statesboro. Also saw YoungBloodZ and Jim Crow later. Other than Kast, they were the most fun I've had. Some fool tried to either grab Sean Paul's chain or something while he crowd surfed. Guy was next to me and I will never forget when he got back to the stage he pointed the guy out and the goons swept in and handled him.
Once I saw them 2x in the same year.
Can someone explain why he was so great, he was before my time.
3000 needs new albums or his own podcast. His voice takes you places.
Yes!
did you listen to the podcast?
no he doesn’t
It’s best for some people to remain mysterious
He's a good listener.
When he said “Ive never been great at anything” I had to take a seat. I’ve gone through some rough year of depression and now that I’m starting to feel better - I can’t help all the shame at the “wasted time.” I constantly feel not great at anything because I just feel so behind - and I felt that way before the depression got bad. To hear 3k say he feels that way too is just - I want to give him a hug. I get it.
I was listening to a podcast that said, “it’s important to live life by design rather than emotion. Basically, sticking to a routine is what allows us to be the healthiest version of ourselves (especially when you're fighting these demons ex. OCD for me).
I’ve had to overhaul how I approach taking care of my brain (exercise, journaling, studying etc) by practising mediocre consistency. Now I try to put in consistent 50-60% effort into my journaling habit - to make sure I do it I began recording it and posting it on YT.
Because historically I have a habit of going too hard, not being able to sustain the Herculean effort, giving up and hating myself. So now I’m trying to give a small, consistent mediocre effort everyday. And its crazy how it adds up.
This was Pro Found 🙏🏾
Well said! Needed to hear these words today
so so wise!!!! thank you for sharing!
Pennies make a dollar. A little every day
19:00 - 19:25 - 21:23 - 22:35 "...The brain loves to find problems, even if they are not there." 'And no one teaches you how to deal with it... I just don't want to feel everything all the time.' #
Hypersensitivity
Andres a empath
@@icondon1400 that's exactly what I thought...I'm one of those things myself..light worker or empath..I'm a Hebrew born aquariuas life path 7 and a high functioning autistic...I'm all jacked up but what Andre says really resonate with me
Made a track inspired by this interview if you're interested. Cheers. soundcloud.com/sonny-breakz/emastered-the-gift
@@sonnybreakz3873 Wow, you did that! Totally complements this time stamp. Thank you, Sonny!
@@iiicuuubreathingfullyoohoohooh Much appreciated brother. Embrace our flaws, celebrate our differences and create.
damn andres voice is so relaxing would be dope to have him reading some audible books or something hahaha
Awwww yes!!!!!!
@Liam Bennettain't nothin gay about liking another mans voice
I would buy it if he narrated my favorite author Stuart Woods.
That is actually true, I wonder if he would consider it. He could even do it from home. I'm feeling his whole feelings! I pray that if he wants to start making music again, he gets the support he needs to fulfil that.
@@joehoward7426 nothing homophobic about thinking someone is gay for enjoying another humans voice
11:24 "I kind of like music that I can have my own thoughts to"
dude described what I've been thinking for years but never said it in such a eloquent way
33 seconds in and Andre talking Hieroglyphics....love it. Del is the most underrated dude.
the whole crew is amazing
He was talking about real hieroglyphics. Not the that crew even tho I love em too
@@CephlonMayngrum he was talking about the crew lol
Del has inspired so many artists
ASMR but it’s just Rick Rubin saying, “yes” and “that’s beautiful”
"Absolutely."
"That's great"
Having crippling anxiety and depression, I feel for Andre'. I can hear the anxiety in his voice. I really feel for him. I'm sending good vibes for him.
Andre 3000 is literally the coolest person ever ‼️‼️
There is only ONE OTHER DUDE who could honestly be "the next Andre'" … and that's *CHILDISH GAMBINO.*
both are artists
both have their own funky style
both are deep with their lyrics
neither were about 'commercialization'
both are actors and producers
both are AT-aliens
both tap into "singing" in rap
I'd love to see them do a collaboration.
What’s cooler than being cool?
ICE COLD!
@@DonCornelius366 that's what i'm saying, both are so multitalented & they remind me of each other.
Musically Andre can do no wrong. Wish he understood that. He's a damn legend
I feel if he actually understood that he wouldn't be as great as he still is.
@@prodbymoezart i get what you mean and i agree
@@prodbymoezart yup it keeps you humble and hungry
I think he's concerned of the backlash that every single artist goes through nowadays. This new generation is very harsh and brutal with their opinions and it can kill your creativity by overthinking the response of others
He’s not a legend. He’s THE legend.
"I wouldn't have done Bombs Over Baghdad if it wasn't for Rage Against the Machine." Reason? Urgency. Dude this conversation is incredible.
I love that song!!!
Almost like Rick Rubin was giving him therapy in a way, very heartwarming.
"Imagine it's a scene in a movie, instead of sinking in...rather say that you can't wait to see what happens next like watching a movie" - rick
That's one of the best things anyone's told me about anxiety and obstacles. I heard it in this podcast a couple days ago and it has helped me so much when I'm trying to calm myself down.
Whew💎
I also like to think, when something happen to just let it go and think of it like man imagine in a few years imma laught this of so much, sometimes in the heat of the moment things sucks but with a step back you can grow from that moment and be a better person, things happen for a reason it's these moments that defines life... yeah fucking love andre ! 😅
You’re so strong for going through everything you are going through
I feel you, I hope that some days, things feel easier
I’m proud of you !
Andre 3000 Dave Chappelle of Rap the door always open when he ready..
fax!!!!!!
Facts!
Facts!!
Outkast is the all time greatest, and 3K is one of the top lyricist of all time. I remember when they came out, we (the south) finally had a voice.
I wasnt feeling them that first album...BUT the next 3! man I'm one of there biggest fans I love them both big boi & 3 stacks.... but since they are on hiatus my new number one Duo is LITTLE BROTHER!
These guys combined worth probably half a billion and they look like me next to the homeless guy in the parking lot. Keeping it real. Love it.
This is probably the Dopest conversation I’ve EVER listened to about real shit
The Love Below was my sound track of 03. That album was transformative
Dude. I was 15 in 03. Now all of a sudden I'm 33 next week. But that album [both sides] still makes me feel like it was yesterday. It really just cemented those years into history.
SUPER Facts. UNEXPLAINABLE FR!
Play with ya own squishy......
Damn I wasn’t expecting him to be so down on himself. He’s such a cool guy. I hope he finds internal peace. I relate to a lot of what he’s talking about.
“I kinda like music I can have my own thoughts to”
-3K
My favorite line
"I would wear headphones all the time. I used to think I loved music, turns out I just hate my brain" - Mark Normand
I feel like Rick is interviewing me. Damm. I can relate so much to Andre is crazy.
I just love Dre voice. It gives me some type of peace and comfort 🫶🏾
I miss Andre's music more than anything I have ever lost in this life. I really hope he returns to hip hop in any shape or form. Freddie Gibbs is my favorite current rapper but Andre is definitely my all time favorite. I grew up and became a man to his lyrics. I miss him so very much.
Ac Benny Freddie is an assasin on the beats bro,it’s so sad that we don’t get to see anything from the legend Andre in yearss though,guess we’ll have to wait for the next Frank Ocean record and hope for a feature 😔
fr him saying he wasn't sure if ppl would like his new direction he was going in, then drops those two mothers day songs which are incredible, they get great reception and then he dips lmao. Honestly want more solo stuff from him whatever it is
He is mine, too! I feel you!
I miss all of them, really. Outkast. Goodie MOB. Young Bloods. Nappy Roots I always liked SOUTHERN RAP way more than "East" and "West". Others were baning Tupac and Biggie in my college years, but I was banking SOUTHERN Rap. Probably because it was more "real" and about "life" and "conscious." I guess fans of Reggae understand that.
Fax
“I’m sad because I’m successful. Nobody wants to hear that s***!” This discussion is too good.
Damn this made me feel so bad for 3000. You never know what people are going through. That only child then is serious. Rick Rubin connected with him so rough he better then a therapist
I love how Rick is making Andre realize his potential. You can tell he’s judging his own lane... let it go Dre, bring it back! Would love to see his new music from a new perspective.
On everything! Me and my girl always talk about these sentiments exactly.
I think he knows his potential, he just feels stuck or overwhelmed by the ppl who will tear down or judge anything he puts out. And like he said he’s lacking confidence right now.
I would love new music from Andre but I want him to do what he wants to do. If his heart isn’t in it and he just wants to go to the park and play the bass clarinet, then I think that’s great. I think when ppl say “let it go, and bring back your music” it’s just adding to the feeling of being stuck or being overwhelmed.
Not that easy I can relate to Andre 3000 kinda hard to explain if you're not hypersensitive a empath ijs
I would listen to this dude bang two rocks together and then play it back again.
👍🏾
Ditto
😄.. same!
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I would too!!!!!!
Hahahaha 🙃 reading your comment found me a low time, the way you articulated it, you made me laugh from my soul , and for that I thank you my friend!🤙🏻👊🏻
Also, I remember years ago, I use to work at this supermarket and Andre 3000 and his son, Seven would come in to shop. One time he was in self check out and his card wouldn’t swipe, so he came to me to help him. He gave me his card to swipe at my cashier station. It was a Black card. It was the first time I ever held a black card in my hands in my life. The card was hard and didn’t bend. Once I swiped his card and got him checked out. He thanked me and left the store. He’s so polite, patient, and nice.
P.S. The People that Grew Up listening to OutKast are STILL Alive!!!! There is a Audience for Ur New Normal Stacks!
Hell we dying to hear it, esp in a world of 100 sound-alikes. He was a new normal on every album, & it never took us long to realize how good it was.
Yes we are still here!!! I’m here for a 3000 Instrumental album (although he is my favorite emcee)... I even bought the Class of 3000 soundtrack, slept on
Class of 3000 was a great show. I wish it was on when I was a kid. Still great as an adult though.
Always!!!!
I’m 21 years old. I REALLY wanna hear a solo 3k record. Like really idgaf that he’s older, I wanna hear André. One of the greatest lyricists ever.
You can tell this man was meant to be a rapper when he said “I like listening to music I can hear my own thoughts to” 🔥
Andre's 3000 was unknown to me until I watched ' Idlewild' This young man is truly so before his musical talent
The music 🎶 dancing and movement in that movie was incredible ! I am a 71 year old singer and surrounded by my whole family as singers & musicians all of my life ! Exposed to all kinds of music and my young brother you are phenomenal, like so many who were overlooked or under appreciated. I love you from my heart and I will keep you in my prayers. The music world has not yet experienced your awesome gift. Never stop smiling it's infectious. Keep looking up, God has a plan. 🙏💞🥰
Get this to Andre Please 💜🎤🎹
Andre 3000 is a once in a lifetime. Its a big statement but in terms of innovation and creativity etc hes up there with michael jackson and prince. Like rubin said nobody like him has made music like his since
In other words 3 stacks don’t wanna rap because y’all can’t just listen to it you gotta run to the blogs and pick apart shit and basically y’all just get on his damn nerves...
Basically nobody will listen and then the things that are prevalent now is far from what he creates but you have alot of artists that are inspired by him so I listen for them the good is very underrated and what's bad is much overrated
Facts
Exactly and I detest this generation, retarded af they know more about reality shows than their own kids...
Well said
Facts!! Same reason i left industry they do tooo much!! Lol love dre music he dope!❤💙❤💚
I really really want to hear a record with kendrick and Andre... kendrick is a big fan and i think that they have similar personalities, they could make something interesting. Also kendrick is a chill guy, perfect to let the creativity flow, with no pressure.
That would be a great collaboration 🤩
Andre 3000 verse on elevators is one of the greatest verses I have ever heard. I love nas and big pun ...but the way he put that verse together is ridiculous. Salute sir.
👏👍👌✔️💯
I heard "A Life In The Day Of Andre Benjamin" the night before the double album dropped. Jeez Louise...PHENOMENAL.
@@MrARhodes just. Hl
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The verse on Aquemini might wanna talk to you
Rohm Itally lyrical masterpiece
All of the verses mentioned are straight Fuego. His 2nd verse on Aquemini is probably my personal favorite, but is it the hardest? "A Life In The Day Of Andre Benjamin" may get the nod because there's no hook, he just goes and goes and goes. But the end of "Elevators" is indeed very special...
"True, I've got more fans than the average man, but not enough loot to last me
To the end of the week, I live by the beat, like you live check-to-check
If you don't move your feet then I don't eat, so we like neck-to-neck
Yes, we done come a long way like them slim-ass cigarettes
From Virginia, this ain't gon' stop, so we just gon' continue"
A3K: Book One, Chapter Six, Verse Four
Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik
First CD I ever bought, got it from best buy across from Southlake Mall. Over a quarter-century ago, man life goes by quick.
Shout out to the GOAT rap group, end of discussion.
As a youngster growing up in London, i remember when Outcast first came to the scene in the States, it was unlike anything I have heard before so I went to HMV and Virgin records to buy southernplayalisticcadillacmusik album on LP but I was told no chance of getting it here mate. I applied for a passport, saved up money and travelled to the States to connect with the culture, certainly I bought the album and returned back to London. Outcast 3K and Big boi were epic rappers and to hear that Andre suffers from social anxiety is shocking as his bars were on a deferent level.
Wishing Andre all the best from London and thanks Outcast for putting the South on the map!
Suffering through social anxiety for 15 years now, depression, and hypersensitivity while being an artist; this was so refreshing to hear. Because for years I've been over analyzing, and Ricks advice was perfect.
The thing Andre said about his speaking voice being his music voice. That’s key
🔑
Andre would thrive in a sincere community that stimulates him and respects his PEACE...
Andre 3000 describes what think of as "The Plight of the Lyrical Artist". Rappers like him fall into 2 categories. On one hand, the desire to meet their own standard becomes a hindrance to creativity. That's how u get 1 album every 8 years. On the other hand, u get artists like Eminem or Lupe, who start to sacrifice songcraft for lyrical showmanship. Both scenarios represent either an inability or a creative block, whatever the cause is.
Khalil Abdul-Waheed You worded it perfectly!!!
@James R aquemini is one of my favorite CDs of all time. They don't makeum like that anymore.
I really like your comment but if you think Lu has sacrificed songcraft, you really need to peep Drogas Wave
Eminem’s last few albums are complex lyrically, but fundamentally horrible sonically
I agree. But the Eminem and Lupe example is that they are still putting out music and experimenting. Nothing stays the same forever, artists can't reclaim their youthful energy when they come onto the scene and no musician consistently smashes it out the park, but occasionally you get home runs, singles on albums that remind you why this artist is special. Rappers have peaks and declines, it's natural and not unlike a sports athlete, but I'm happy for little gems every now and then. If your art can make people happy which is what I think André's can, then he can make a positive difference to the world and people's lives.
“ one for the money , yes sir, two for show “ Outkast = goat status ✌🏽
He said my therapist said the same thing. Andre I adore you. I'm struggling with HSP and always have. Sensitivity is a blessing only if you can have something to dig into or else you naturally just absorb everything. This podcast made me feel understood. 10/10
Prototype....will Always be My Jam! Love~Peace~
Rick Rubin wants this man back in the scene😏
we all so!!!!
1. Big boi
1A. Andre
Man that'd be great if he could 🤌
Someone commented this to me. I'm so grateful. Always love dre.. such a smart, humble guy. And rick also spoke to alot of my musical/life philosophies.
Damn! I saw the thumbnail and hoped this was a video of the interview.
I swear I felt that too lol
I was so excited to see him. It’s been years
I feel you on every level.
Same.
Definitely click baitish but I guess this will do. I definitely feel you on that. That’s the reason they used that pic of him and Rubin for their thumbnail.🤦🏾♂️
Seen Andre 3000 and with no hesitation clicked so fast.
They’re so human it’s beautiful
You can tell that Andre has a really hard time accepting Rubin's subtle nudges to create again and actively thaw out of his frozen state. At 40:00 ish he gets quiescent and shruggish while Rubin tells him that he can be the person creating the new thing. Rubin is a man who has struggled with many of the same things and met many people calibrated the same way. He keeps showing Andre open doors, or at least pathways to begin on -returning to his social roots, music for self-enjoyment, meditation, stepping into another person's shoes, and so on- but Rubin can't step through the door for Andre. I know what it feels like, but you've got to have courage to actually live.
you are right, sounds like mentorship here :)
My God!!!! "....you've got to have courage to actually live'. I'm sorry @ me_irl you hit THE nail on THE head!!!!! That hit me at my core.
@me_irl Are you a Therapists? Offer analysis on podcast Cover Photo? Could be my 🧠 overthinking this but why am I getting #Movie #getOUT #Handler #Pizza #BB #MK ...looking at it?
@@girl123boy456 nope, Andre isn't being handled or Get Out controlled. He's just creatively frustrated as a man whose social and economic context has changed drastically. Success sends a lot of artists down this path.
I never thought my mentor could have a mentor it’s weird to witness
Andre's verses on Frank Ocean's BLONDE album are amazing! Absolutely brilliant moment on that record.
He destroys everyone on Frank's album. It's amazing.
Andre if you ever come to this comment section know you are extremely loved regardless if you put music out or not!! This one of those interviews I come back to often, & it makes me appreciate him more every trip as an artist & human🤍
I love Andre 3000. Hearing him speak of his confidence and worrying about what others think about say about his music makes me feel less alone and less foolish about feeling the same way. I needed to hear this right now.
This speaks to my spirit. They are telling my life at this very moment. I know this was supposed to be about music, but this was most definitely larger than music. Very therapeutic.
Their music was therapy for me in my teens; them and GoodieMob
Man I'm so happy I stumbled upon this, even though a year later. Him saying he doesn't have the confidence blew me away. He later said how music nowadays is dissected at a rapid speed. And how the most negative remarks spread on the internet like wildfire. It can be maddening to an artist
Andre is the GOAT. And I love that Rubin mentions Paul Simon, another true great. 10/10
People don't understand how much more u can accomplish while listening to instrumentals
Fame ain’t no joke.
one hella a drug
I don't think it's fame.. It's a personality thing. It's noticeable more with famous people. For example, I am glad we wear masks because I feel normal now I don't get noticed. I get frustrated when going in public places because I don't wish people can notice me.
How do you deal with being famous??
Agreed!... I wouldn't have been able to survive it if I lived it.
He is what the game is missing. We need him the most right now. We are living in some strange times. And I think his perspective would give hope and joy to all.
well said
Agreed.
Two legends chopping it up, I love it. This is an interview people will be watching in 100yrs, easily. Be grateful you were here to experience these two as they were here. Peace and love to all! 💖🙏🏻
Seriously....I love these 2 individuals. This was like a therapy session for 3K with Dr Rubin. I sense at times Rick was trying to give confidence back and get André to make more music. Great interview ad beautiful conversations.
"Music to have ur own thoughts to" perfectly said!!!
Andre is a true GENIUS dude can write act rap direct produce... He will go down as one of the most influential people of all time..
this is the best Andre 3000 interview ever