Quest and the rest of the roots, are incredible musicians and highly intelligent. I do wonder how Jimmy even got them but I'm glad he did cause now they get the recognition they deserve
+javiera vasquez Agree with all of the above, but to be fair in terms of getting the recognition they deserve, they have had multiple gold and platinum albums and been a highly rated group in their genre long before Jimmy came around. But I get what you mean in terms of universal attention :)
+javiera vasquez "cause now they get the recognition they deserve" hahah they have 3 Grammys, platinum records and are one of the most respected rap groups of all time.
+Dog I never said they weren't talented. There are many people who have won Grammies but not many people know about them. Jimmy Fallon just gave them a platform so more people could see them. Calm it
+Jupjeet Sandhu Actually, Jimmy complemented Quest perfectly b/c Quest isn't a fast storyteller & was kinda nervous...when Jimmy quickly explained his conversation w/ their friend about who he should get as a band & the guy telling him that the Roots wouldn't do it - it was a perfect intervention b/c Quest was going to skip it, he didn't witness it & it showed how little of a chance Jimmy had to get them...AND it was funny. He later explained the pyramid as ''cheerleader pyramid'' b/c ppl didn't get Quest's explanation-reference and then the ending was also funny while mentioning a couple more chefs & praising the interviews. Jimmy did a great job here.
+Voicu Violeta Those are good points, I didn't catch those more subtle things that moved the interview along I don't think Jimmy's a bad interviewer, I just find him awkward at times
Voicu Violeta While I agree that that one remark that Jimmy made lead the conversation to those other points which were admittedly funny, I don't think that's indicative of his interview skills. Jimmy is hella awkward and isn't that great at conversing, which, imo, aren't qualities that a good interviewer should have. Jimmy asked "do you remember when I asked you to join the band..." Who asks that? Obviously he remembers. He could've just as easily asked something like " I remember a few years ago this happened blah blah blah and I asked you to be a part of the band. What was going through your mind then?" Instead, Jimmy gives a question that requires a yes/no response i.e. "do you remember?". Quest himself was the one who added to it, when he could have easily said "yeah I remember". This is a common theme in Jimmy's other interviews as well. Not to mention Jimmy tends to interject and say what he feels to be important when others are telling stories, and while it may have worked in this instance because Quest was a slow story-teller, as you said, it doesn't always go over well with other guests. I only watch his interviews because the people he invites have cool and entertaining stories to tell, but Jimmy adds almost nothing to the conversation other than cringe-worthy jokes and seemingly forced laughter. Jimmy seems like a genuinely nice guy and I can see and respect why people like him, but I just find his interview skills horrendous. I do like his sketches though
I know Jimmy isn't the best interviewer, but there is a reason why people love him. I honestly believe he's a good guy, and loves to have a good time. He's down to earth and not afraid to look like a goof ball...Alot of people relate to him. & lets be honest, sometimes it's like pulling teeth to get celebrities to loosen up
People are so hard on him, like how about you get up there and get celebrities to talk and entertain at the same time. Jimmy is the best and gets shit on for no good reason. I don't think it's a fake laugh or a bad interviewer. People are full of hateful shit with no reasoning behind it.
DivaDelgado128 this could be incorrect but I heard he laughs like that from snl. He would try so hard to stop laughing that he’s trained himself to cut his laugh short. I think that’s why people think it’s fake. When he laughs it switches off quickly, I think that’s why it comes off that way. Like I said tho, could be bullshit
That decision to have the Roots as the show's band was the best decision Jimmy and the producers made. I remember when the show first came on and most people were down to give it a try just because they heard The Roots were the live band.
Please make this a regular thing!! Quest is the perfect guest for a talk show since he's got stories for days and is a great storyteller. Whenever Jimmy's telling a story and the camera pans to Quest for his reaction, that instantly makes the story twice as funny lol
Agreed. I geek on any bit of info ?uest adds to a story when Jimmy or a guest mention him. I've been a fan of his story telling for many years. Even when it gets heavily referential or "coded". Deciphering is a big part of what I dig about it.
For sure, and one of the best bands ever in general. That said, a lot of late night shows are stacked with talented bands. Fred Armisen’s band on Seths show, Reggie Watts with Corden, Jon Batiste on Colbert, and Conan’s old band was great also.
+James Bergman Because he's not interrupting and pretending that everything Quest says is the funniest thing ever. That slapping the table, bending over guffawing Jimmy does over the slightest humorous comment is just annoying and fake. I wish he would just cool it. Jimmy does that with every other guest, but with Quest his laugh was real and he let him tell the story. Jimmy shouldd do this with EVERY guest.
Questlove says it here - money and a comfortable gig. That's what this is in the first place and that's reason no. 1 they did it. Roots are legends, but they never became big in the mainstream. Always somewhat niche, somewhat below the radar. This must've influenced their finances. So if they wanted to stop traveling around and doing gigs all over the place to pick up bucks, at this point, becoming a house band for Jimmy was a very smart choice.
people dont really take their music seriously so this is the perfect format for them to express themselves to the largest audience possible. i felt similar but i really love how they embody their principles.
Undun kinda seemed like a good finale for them tbh, they’re incredible musicians but they more or less made their mark before they came to be with Jimmy
Questlove is a great drummer and THE ROOTS are a great band. seen them live twice BEFORE landing on Jimmy Fallon. hard-working, tight-knit crew that deserves every ounce of success they get.
Used to go see these guys at the old 9:30 club in dc in the 90’s ... hands down the best 25$ a kid could spend.. you haven’t seen someone mc a crowd until you’ve seen black thought and the roots hit there medley they hit.. always always ALWAYS a good show!!
I saw the Roots on tour with 311 in the early 2000's. I remember everyone was so amazed at how well they played their instruments. Crazy to see them get so big
+Liz Trainer That he so easily persuaded the guys from The Roots (some of the coolest dudes in show biz) to get into a pyramid is a testament to his personality.
Questlove has always been one of coolest people ever, but as musician/chef the fact that he know and went to see that sushi mastermind pushed him to the top...
i'm a damn funny guy and love how Jimmy set up the joke at the end about interview skills. then to see Quest laugh about it. its such a great feeling to make people laugh like that. awesome snippet.
The roots will go down as the best band to stay together in history and not break up just got bigger and stronger each year hats off to the only band to do it
I was on a flight to denmark with quest and I shit you not the whole flight I was like bro is that him...nah. then once again like five minutes later...it has to be him! Once we landed there was a dude waiting outside with a sign and I just yelled all loud I KNEW IT! Like a crazy person it was hilarious 🤣😂🤣
along with barack obama and neil tyson degrasse this guy is part of my holy trifecta of brilliant, insightful and funny black guys in the mainstream media. would be a great co host.
I really hope Jimmy keeps including The Roots the way that he has been during COVID. I love the amount of interaction. I hate when you barely see them.
Was digging through crates at Amoeba Records in West Hollywood around 1999 and look to my right and see this guy with an afro and pick sticking out of his hair and was just stunned cuz I immediately recognized him. Told him how much of a fan I was of the Roots and the song Distortion to Static. Coolest guy ever! Will never forget that day!
Jimmy needs to have every member of that band take a turn on the interview seat and have us get to know them in a different light.
You dont. Know the Roots?
@@mwazowski5662 You need to work on your reading comprehension, my friend.
@@xandercorp6175 what. do you, mean? I UndErstud him. perfectly.
@@Jdstreetyo1 deep
@Sudhir Kakar they are also a famous band
Quest and the rest of the roots, are incredible musicians and highly intelligent. I do wonder how Jimmy even got them but I'm glad he did cause now they get the recognition they deserve
+javiera vasquez Agree with all of the above, but to be fair in terms of getting the recognition they deserve, they have had multiple gold and platinum albums and been a highly rated group in their genre long before Jimmy came around. But I get what you mean in terms of universal attention :)
"I do wonder how Jimmy even got them"
dude, just watch the interview
+javiera vasquez "cause now they get the recognition they deserve" hahah they have 3 Grammys, platinum records and are one of the most respected rap groups of all time.
+Dog Then how come most of us haven't heard of them until Jimmy Fallon?
+Dog I never said they weren't talented. There are many people who have won Grammies but not many people know about them. Jimmy Fallon just gave them a platform so more people could see them. Calm it
I could watch a show every night of the week of Jimmy and Questlove talking about just stuff, and never get tired of it.
Probably cause jimmy lets him talk without interrupting
No fake laughing because he knows him
oh but he DID interrupt him at 4:27...
same here, did u watch the video tonight show their tribute to Prince one, I love it!
link?
Questlove is so cool. He's articulate, hilarious, warm. Such a great musician.
I would love for Jimmy and Questlove to interact more often, this was a good interview
this was good story-telling on quest's part, Jimmy is a terrible interviewer...
+Jupjeet Sandhu I agree, Quest's storytelling made this a great interview
+Jupjeet Sandhu Actually, Jimmy complemented Quest perfectly b/c Quest isn't a fast storyteller & was kinda nervous...when Jimmy quickly explained his conversation w/ their friend about who he should get as a band & the guy telling him that the Roots wouldn't do it - it was a perfect intervention b/c Quest was going to skip it, he didn't witness it & it showed how little of a chance Jimmy had to get them...AND it was funny. He later explained the pyramid as ''cheerleader pyramid'' b/c ppl didn't get Quest's explanation-reference and then the ending was also funny while mentioning a couple more chefs & praising the interviews. Jimmy did a great job here.
+Voicu Violeta Those are good points, I didn't catch those more subtle things that moved the interview along
I don't think Jimmy's a bad interviewer, I just find him awkward at times
Voicu Violeta While I agree that that one remark that Jimmy made lead the conversation to those other points which were admittedly funny, I don't think that's indicative of his interview skills. Jimmy is hella awkward and isn't that great at conversing, which, imo, aren't qualities that a good interviewer should have. Jimmy asked "do you remember when I asked you to join the band..." Who asks that? Obviously he remembers. He could've just as easily asked something like " I remember a few years ago this happened blah blah blah and I asked you to be a part of the band. What was going through your mind then?" Instead, Jimmy gives a question that requires a yes/no response i.e. "do you remember?". Quest himself was the one who added to it, when he could have easily said "yeah I remember". This is a common theme in Jimmy's other interviews as well. Not to mention Jimmy tends to interject and say what he feels to be important when others are telling stories, and while it may have worked in this instance because Quest was a slow story-teller, as you said, it doesn't always go over well with other guests. I only watch his interviews because the people he invites have cool and entertaining stories to tell, but Jimmy adds almost nothing to the conversation other than cringe-worthy jokes and seemingly forced laughter. Jimmy seems like a genuinely nice guy and I can see and respect why people like him, but I just find his interview skills horrendous. I do like his sketches though
I know Jimmy isn't the best interviewer, but there is a reason why people love him. I honestly believe he's a good guy, and loves to have a good time. He's down to earth and not afraid to look like a goof ball...Alot of people relate to him. & lets be honest, sometimes it's like pulling teeth to get celebrities to loosen up
+Lanese Douglas Very well said. From everything I've ever heard about him he seems like a genuinely nice guy. Like someone you'd love to hang out with
People are so hard on him, like how about you get up there and get celebrities to talk and entertain at the same time. Jimmy is the best and gets shit on for no good reason. I don't think it's a fake laugh or a bad interviewer. People are full of hateful shit with no reasoning behind it.
People dog him for laughing during interviews but to me, it just shows how much he truly loves his gig. He's my fav.
Agreed. He's great to be around! And I do love his laugh!
DivaDelgado128 this could be incorrect but I heard he laughs like that from snl. He would try so hard to stop laughing that he’s trained himself to cut his laugh short. I think that’s why people think it’s fake. When he laughs it switches off quickly, I think that’s why it comes off that way.
Like I said tho, could be bullshit
we love you so much, Quest love!!!!
That decision to have the Roots as the show's band was the best decision Jimmy and the producers made. I remember when the show first came on and most people were down to give it a try just because they heard The Roots were the live band.
It's a great show with a great host and an amazing band.
For people who have never heard of the Roots, just not calling them "the band" hooks you in.
The Roots are the only reason I became a TS viewer.
Please make this a regular thing!! Quest is the perfect guest for a talk show since he's got stories for days and is a great storyteller. Whenever Jimmy's telling a story and the camera pans to Quest for his reaction, that instantly makes the story twice as funny lol
Agreed. I geek on any bit of info ?uest adds to a story when Jimmy or a guest mention him. I've been a fan of his story telling for many years. Even when it gets heavily referential or "coded". Deciphering is a big part of what I dig about it.
Quest is a big bundle of love
the fact that Jimmy has actually read Quest's book shows how much he cares for the Roots
I love the roots and Jimmy. I can't imagine the tonight show without the roots
Questlove's in the house.
Questlove, you're not in the house. You're nowhere....
+Pavle Zvekić what?
Caitlin
Eric Andre show
Ray??
*Roy ;)
Who isn’t in love with Questlove? He is just so talented and smart and I like his quiet sense of humor. And of course the hair
Quest is so chill lol
Fun fact : He is a grammy winning hip hop artist.
I’m musician circles particularly in the jazz fusion and prog circles he’s regarded as one of the best drummers of all time
@@Viper-dz2kw you know damn well thats not true.
@@ibbyinfinity4978 lol riiight. like damn man, he's a fucking legend and great and all that but... best of all time? I mean... no fucking way.
Fun fact : He is a oscar winning director.
Fun fact, the awards don't stop there
I like this guy A LOT.
I keep coming back to this clip because I love the story so much! It just shows how rare, fun and cool Jimmy is!
There easily the best band on late night
+EST94 One of the best bands in music period
Reggie Watts is pretty damn talented too.
*They're*
For sure, and one of the best bands ever in general. That said, a lot of late night shows are stacked with talented bands. Fred Armisen’s band on Seths show, Reggie Watts with Corden, Jon Batiste on Colbert, and Conan’s old band was great also.
*they're
I think it is funny that this is the best interview Jimmy has done. He should do this more often.
+James Bergman Because he's not interrupting and pretending that everything Quest says is the funniest thing ever. That slapping the table, bending over guffawing Jimmy does over the slightest humorous comment is just annoying and fake. I wish he would just cool it. Jimmy does that with every other guest, but with Quest his laugh was real and he let him tell the story. Jimmy shouldd do this with EVERY guest.
It’s b/c Quest did the interview! Quest should interview
I remember thinking how weird it was that The Roots were the house band at the time, but it's cool now
Me too I still no idea I reckon Jimmy is a Jedi to trick the legendary the roots to be house band
Questlove says it here - money and a comfortable gig. That's what this is in the first place and that's reason no. 1 they did it.
Roots are legends, but they never became big in the mainstream. Always somewhat niche, somewhat below the radar. This must've influenced their finances.
So if they wanted to stop traveling around and doing gigs all over the place to pick up bucks, at this point, becoming a house band for Jimmy was a very smart choice.
people dont really take their music seriously so this is the perfect format for them to express themselves to the largest audience possible. i felt similar but i really love how they embody their principles.
all the best rappers are cryptic and underrated.
Undun kinda seemed like a good finale for them tbh, they’re incredible musicians but they more or less made their mark before they came to be with Jimmy
I love questlove :). Such an amazing interview
LMAO THAT ENDING
I would just love to give Questlove a big cuddle
Questlove is AWESOME!
Quest and his respect for chefs is amazing
There's a rumor that if you pull the comb out of Questlove's head - his pants will fall off
😂😂😂
Duck Face I heard it! I heard it! LOL😏😎
Yoooo! I'm glad I wasn't fucking drinking anything lmao
LOL I doubt it but you might get the shit slapped out of you though.
It's a pic not a comb
i love the interview skill bit at the end, that was truly funny
That spit take though! 😂😂😂
I can listen to Questlove nonstop
So cool to hear from Quest for once
Questlove's laugh could potentially cure cancer.
An opposite to his boss', then
His and Jimmy's laughs cancel eachother's out
this is such a lovely interview, they both seem so comfortable
Questlove is a great drummer and THE ROOTS are a great band. seen them live twice BEFORE landing on Jimmy Fallon. hard-working, tight-knit crew that deserves every ounce of success they get.
I love these guys. Been watching since the Late Night days
love me some Questlove!
I love Questlove and I love their relationship going all the way back to Late Night.
Used to go see these guys at the old 9:30 club in dc in the 90’s ... hands down the best 25$ a kid could spend.. you haven’t seen someone mc a crowd until you’ve seen black thought and the roots hit there medley they hit.. always always ALWAYS a good show!!
Getting the Roots on his show earned my respect for Jimmy Fallon, he's now my favorite person on tv.
I saw the Roots on tour with 311 in the early 2000's. I remember everyone was so amazed at how well they played their instruments. Crazy to see them get so big
Proof that Jimmy is the most likable guy in the world.
Second to Questlove
+NatureHugger33 His fake AF laugh really got him far.
+NatureHugger33 That's a very kind thing to say, but how did you come to that conclusion?
+Liz Trainer That he so easily persuaded the guys from The Roots (some of the coolest dudes in show biz) to get into a pyramid is a testament to his personality.
NatureHugger33 Jimmy is cool dude
Questlove has always been one of coolest people ever, but as musician/chef the fact that he know and went to see that sushi mastermind pushed him to the top...
I was surprised to learn how hard he works on so many projects and he even teaches at NYU. Does his day have 40 hours?
Jiro Dreams of Sushi is such an incredible documentary. They make the art of making sushi look like a ballet.
Love The Roots!! They’re part of Jimmy, they’re part of the show! I couldn’t imagine any group else on here!! Love them!!
Love this show. 100% laughter place! Puts my frown upside down!
"friends on the outside,brothers in the inside"
The Roots. More than mere music. Discovery and Science resulting in Sounds of Wisdom.
This was a dope interview and interaction between people you can tell genuinely enjoy each other’s company!
Questlove is the best! I love him
I love him too ever since he performed with Roots long before Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.
Quest is a cool dude.
Questlove has a wallet on his jacket... amazing
I think that's an ice cream sandwich
LOL that wat I thought as well
The Roots are living legends and so humble and intelligent musicians…
I can watch this a million times and still laugh out loud
Hey
Questloves in the house
Questlove...you're not in the house.
Big Ray You're nowhere..
ChampionGold questlove, i'm your father
questlove you not in the house
I love the pyramid story, love listening to these stories. Jimmy and Questlove should write a book together of their experiences 💖
Quest candid collection!The best!
LOL!!! Big hugs to Quest Love and Roots! I.love your music!!
would love it if quest and the roots got a regularly scheduled variety show of their own (even if it was once a year lol)
They have their own festival, The Roots Picnic
+PJ i kno...just the idea of a jackson 5 esque roots variety show amuses me lol
It is the very fact that the roots being down with jimmy fallon that makes his show the best of all late night shows.
Questlove- legend in every way!!!
I would love to give Questlove a big hug :)
i'm a damn funny guy and love how Jimmy set up the joke at the end about interview skills. then to see Quest laugh about it. its such a great feeling to make people laugh like that. awesome snippet.
The 1st reason I became a fan of this show. Jimmy is a good dude. Show is very entertaining.
their chemistry is so great
i'm sure it helps the show
The fact that Questlove went to make a chef book just make me admire him more.
Press like for this video. Give Quest some Love.
Lol. Real clever word play 👌🏾
Best talk show band EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
These guys are so great, has anyone actually listened to what they sing when a guest comes out?
quest love very intelligent dude i could watch them all night it's like watching two best friends its so natural
The roots will go down as the best band to stay together in history and not break up just got bigger and stronger each year hats off to the only band to do it
Things Fall Apart is among the greatest albums of all time
Questlove’s book - Creative Quest - is absolutely blowing my mind right now! Would highly recommend
I was on a flight to denmark with quest and I shit you not the whole flight I was like bro is that him...nah. then once again like five minutes later...it has to be him! Once we landed there was a dude waiting outside with a sign and I just yelled all loud I KNEW IT! Like a crazy person it was hilarious 🤣😂🤣
I really enjoyed this interview. Quest is super intellectual.
This was so darn cool!
What a legend, plz let Quest have a podcast. I wanna hear him talk about everything!
Questlove is in the house!
This interview is Jimmy's best. He's not trying too hard. It's a normal conversation.
Legend is speaking. Please be quiet.
His laugh is the best
Quest is so cool!!!😄😄😄
along with barack obama and neil tyson degrasse this guy is part of my holy trifecta of brilliant, insightful and funny black guys in the mainstream media.
would be a great co host.
I enjoy sandwiches Obama is a peice of shit
You mean Neil Degrasse-Tyson.......
First time I hear his voice.... Its not what I expected but I accept it... for it is the soul brother Questlove
Can we all take a minute to look at Quest's frame?!! Freaking amazing! Now I want glasses again!
4:40 when Jimmy says wonder where you got your interview skills from. Hilarious!
I love Questlove's laugh :)
i love watching that lol over and over!
I had never even heard of The Roots before Jimmy Fallon's show.
Hollins23 damn
Questlove’s laugh is everything.
Questlove and the roots💯💯💯
I really hope Jimmy keeps including The Roots the way that he has been during COVID. I love the amount of interaction. I hate when you barely see them.
Feeling with you bro Quest, that’s just a moment that went by, nothing more by now ! 🎉
So, I'm getting that book. It just sounds too fucking cool to not have.
Lmfao when he sat in the chair, I knew they'd talk about him randomly puking 😂
Jiro - thats amazing and two people I would never had put together
Was digging through crates at Amoeba Records in West Hollywood around 1999 and look to my right and see this guy with an afro and pick sticking out of his hair and was just stunned cuz I immediately recognized him. Told him how much of a fan I was of the Roots and the song Distortion to Static. Coolest guy ever! Will never forget that day!
YES JIRO DREAMS OF SUSHI!!! Why does Questlove get more and more amazing as I learn more about him.
he got his interviewing skills from nardwuar. come on now
+Tony Ports I was hoping for a Nardwuar shot out
Questlove, coolest name ever!
2:48 Jimmy's little "I scored the Roots" fist is so cute