TIME STAMPS: 2:39 -- Yasiin and Talib reflect on the first time they met in New York's Washington Square Park. They also go on to discuss his song 'Umi Says' being dedicated to Bey's parents and his mother's inspiring words of "Shine your light on the world" and we also hear about a song and video his mother let him know that she didn't approve of. 7:42 -- Yasiin speaks on his brother DCQ and his legacy in Brooklyn as a serious battle emcee. They talk about his brother seeing Bey's potential early on as a gifted writer and the things that he put in place for them to come together in 1994 and form the group UTD (or Urban Thermo Dynamics). He also explains what inspired the group's name, his high school friend Ces getting put on to the crew and their aim of becoming a rougher version of the Fugees. 18:00 -- Yasiin is asked to let us in on what the feeling was during the time of Black Star recording their first album at Rawkus. They discuss Black Star's focus on paying homage and bringing attention to those that laid the foundation of the culture, reflect on the positive vibes they experienced during the time of writing for the album, being inspired by albums like Tribe's 'Low End Theory' as well as Diamond D's 'Stunts, Blunts & Hip Hop', and they dig into what a special place New York was during the their era. 28:03 -- Yasiin quotes one of his childhood friends with "It’s black, it’s white, it’s money - it’s all unequal. The adjectives can never be nouns; We are the people...." He then goes on to name some of the groups he listened to as a youth that had the most impact on him and his evolving world view. They discuss golden age NY emcees maintaining their edge without glorifying the street life and Yasiin rejecting labels that would put him in a box. 35:51 -- Talib expresses his respect for Yasiin as a man that lives his words. They go on to discuss Bey's focus on bringing attention to the continuation of colonization pact forcing 14 African countries to pay France a colonial tax for the benefits of slavery and colonization. Yassin also details his process of coming to the decision to move to South Africa. 40:39 -- Yasiin digs into the inspirations for his 2004 rock infused album 'The New Danger', why he has always been so intent on steering away from any kind of persona, talks about ignoring both the positive and negative reactions of what he chooses to do and just focus on his individual mission. Talib then goes on to ask if that factored into his decision to change his name from Mos Def to Yasiin Bey and Bey tells the story of someone calling his name at an airport that was an awakening. 48:45 -- Talib quotes Yasiin from his song 'Priority' where he states "peace before everything, God before anything, love before anything, real before everything". He goes on to ask Bey if it's been difficult balancing his spiritual side with rap stardom. Yasiin shares a prayer from the poet Abu Bakr al-Siddiq that resonated deeply with him and another from the Desiderata about not comparing yourself to others as he relates that to avoiding ego-trips and just focusing on being himself. 53:43 -- Yasiin and Talib discuss their meeting up in South Africa during the time Bey was living there and how much of a learning experience that was for both of them. They also speak on real human connections that are often missed when friends get together, Yasiin's focus on being as good a friend as possible to his loved ones, the importance of people minding their mental health and checking in with those you care about when you see signs of stress and Bey gives a hilarious reaction to the question of why he likes Madlib's production so much. 1:06:03 -- Yasiin is asked about his criticism of the streaming industry, which segues into the reasons for the delay of the highly anticipated 'Black Star II' album. They discuss music streaming services short-changing artists and Yasiin also speaks on not wanting to be run by audiences expectations as he sends a somewhat provocative and very clear message to those that are pressing Bey and Kweli to release the album already. Bey stating "stop knocking on the kitchen door and asking when the album's coming when none of y'all can cook''. 1:15:21 - Yasiin is asked about his acting career and if he can name off his favorite roles that he's had over the years. They share some laughs over Talib wondering what was going on with Bey sporting a perm and talking like Chuck Berry, not knowing he was in the middle of filming 'Cadillac Records'. We also get another very honest answer from Bey when he's asked what set he had the most fun on. 1:20:46 -- Yasiin speaks on his endeavours into the world of art. Working with creative director Set Free Richardson to open the Compound Gallery as well as an exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum. He goes on to give the highest of praises to Julie Mehretu for her incredible achievements in the visual arts and willingness to work with him. Bey also explains the personal way in which he appreciates art. They then go on to discuss Dave Chappelle's 'Kindness Conspiracy' that he pitched to the public during his SNL monologue. 1:28:06 -- Yasiin talks about how much he's enjoyed doing 'The Midnight Miracle' podcast with his close friends Talib and Dave Chappelle and also goes on to make a strong statement of support for Talib in the wake of all the negativity that's floated around on social media, as well as makes the admission of his and Dave's rejoicing after Kweli's "eviction" from Twitter.
I was at that Madlib set (Kindness Conspiracy) show. IT was during Noisefest. Drove two hours to go see that show and then drove right back home. It was a surprise to see Yasiin. and then Dave...on another note. I went to Dave's shows up at Radio City Music Hall and was surprised at all the guest appearances on that bill....For Yasiin's show, Slick Rick and Talib both had cameos. One of the best nights of my life.
Yasiin Bey is the reason why I love hip hop. Black on Both Sides is my favourite album of all time. The topics he speaks on, speak to me. And because of him I found my favourite artists, producers and sounds. Talib, Black Star, The Roots, Hi-Tek, Madlib, Dilla, De La Soul, Pharoahe Monch, Common. Too many to list.
To each his/her own but i could name at least 20 Albums prior to Yasiin Bey that made me love hiphop way before Yasiin Bey came along. The Roots, De La Soul, Pharoahe Monch, Common all came along way before Black Star.
@@mistamycall that’s fair, but he’s a reason why I went back and discovered all those other artists. Even though some would say they discovered him. And then through learning about others from him, I found out about more artists like the Slum Village, MF DOOM etc
@@shaftlamer what bro?? That ain’t gonna fly here, can’t sling those words around these parts! Why would you say such a thing about the Mighty Mos Def?
Very calm and collected dude, Yasiin Bey. As a teenager growing up in Madrid and getting into rap, I bumped 'Black Star' all through '07. Last March I saw him by chance in a café in Barcelona, had to say hello and pay my respects. I was so nervous I called him 'Mr. Def', probably the time I've been most starstruck😂 Great to see them chopping it up.
Yasiin’s voice.. that voice. It always takes me back to my best memories and experiences growing up embedded in hip hop culture. He is the epitome of hip hop and though this phrase is thrown around a lot, he truly changed my life. Real words.
Yasiin you will probably never gonna read this, but you're top 5 MC dead or alive to me (and you're not a thing for the record). Peace and thank you for helping my parents raise me. Alhamdoulilah, life is great
Shout out to Talib for letting the man speak. And not trying to box him into a corner. Great interview all around. Bey’s honesty about his relationship with the fans is refreshing. He’s basically asking us to stop it with the weirdo fandom shit. A great lesson for all of us that these “heroes” of ours are human, not a mascot for our selfishness or ego
Did you expect it to be something else? 1 they both woke AF 2 they've been close as blood for decades 3 the longevity is undisputed And I want to speak more on the longevity for the aspiring artists. Remember that money is an illusion and knowledge is priceless...all u can do is hope this generation starts appreciating real emcees..if not da baby is what you have to look forward to.
He’s not egotistical, and doesn’t really care for the spot light. He is about pure art, and truth about the world. He’s a very real person! And I can respect that a lot, the fact that he is asking us to ease up, something no other celebrity would do simply because he is an honest and real person. Got nothing but respect there! The only reason I want him to make another album so bad, is because I believe he can make an influence on hip/hop again, and maybe change its direction. I’ll pray for it 🙏🏻 lol 😂
@@thedfferencetab1977 yeah seriously. He inspires me a lot, a REAL human being. No fake or superficial aspects about him at all, and that’s rare nowadays!
Shout out from Cape Town South where Yasin lived for a while. Years after his departure, the locals still speak about his time here and the really cool and real experiences they had with the brother. We appreciate you out here. On another note, Black Americans should just come home. You guys are needed here. You guys built America. Your talent and expertise are needed on the continent. And you would be much safer here because it really pains us to hear of how endangered the black man is over there. Every unjust death, reverberates with us here. Ofcourse this is me being ideological with absolutely no plan! Hahahaa! Marcus Garvey had a dream. Allow me too
Not only we Africans in America built America, Africans in Africa built America (and Europe) because what is America was built and what is now Europe was rescued from poverty, disease and hunger by setting out and colonizing and enslaving Africa and African people and dispersing us around the globe. I agree, we need to come home. I've been a few times, and each time I've come home to Africa, it's been harder to go back to the U.S. I want to come home and stay, but we've got to take all of what we've built with us. We've gotta end the stranglehold that the U.S. and Europe have on Africa (and much of the rest of the world) through neocolonialism. So there's work to be done at home and from here for home, but we're coming like Marcus Garvey envisioned and like people like Omali Yeshitela envision now.
Man. Been a fan for 20+ years. Black Star was in my brain permanently since the first time I listened to it. Actually "borrowed " my buddy's copy of The New Danger when that came. Still have it. That shit blew my mind again. Great to hear flaco speak for so long.
It's time. Shout out to Kwe, Jasmin and Yasiin Bey, from South Africa. Yasiin is one of my favorites on raps, and on screen. I havent seen a rapper/actor that comes close to Yasiin acting skills. Lauryn Hill and Yasiin Bey seem to be on the same frequency about the B.S in the music industry.
Yasiin is the epitome of being your authentic self. One of the most brilliant minds in all of music. His brother and close friend, Talib respects his brother's craft, spiritualality, and genius. The ep I've personally been waiting for has finally arrived party people. The Mighty Yassin Bey is Aqui! Blessings for this one! Peace and love to the People's Party! Rock Rock, On!
When Yasiin quoted Kurt and said most people who love music for real end up trying to create music themselves. Here I sit 10 years playing guitar for myself thinking I've wasted time since I never have made music to release. But I love it so much. I hear the nuances at times. I don't just play music in the background. I mean there's music for that too but I enjoy deciphering things, figuring out how it was done. I gotta go do my research when I love something. I do it out of passion. Unfortunately I drag myself down too and haven't gone after my dreams but I hope that changes soon. Only I can change that.
Mos.... Yasiin... said he wasn't into Nostalgia. But he got nostalgic for a few minutes talking about NY back in the late 80's early 90's. Totally loved it. Because I lived thru that time too. I remember the clubs and the streets then... Good ol' days
Yasiin speaks so eloquently. I stride to be so humble, considered and collected. That Dua was beautiful and is an important thought to carry into every day. ✨
This conversation is like literally delightful. Yasiin is as wise, funny, honest, and truthful as ever, and I'm just grateful for this conversation as a fan and as a human.
I’m so proud to say that…I was there. I was fortunate enough to witness the evolution of these two titans. We’d travel from Jersey to bear witness. The two of you are a part of my narrative, thank you for contributing to the soundtrack of my life.
Big Ups to Yasiin Bey for this genuine conversation and enduring the interview/ podcast setting. I appreciate you and whole People's Party crew to putting this together and out.
The Mighty…Yasiin Bey! One of my all time favorite emcees ever. Spent my teenage years hooked on Black on Both Sides and Black Star. Those albums helped raised me. Hats off to the kings
I love to see the Rawkus family interviews, people like Mos, Pharoahe, Common, Bahamadia, Wordsworth etc. The Soundbombing/Lyrist Lounge day’s were good times for us all.
Shout out to Yesiin Bey telling the people the truth how he feel. Can’t rush greatness. The album will come out when they want it to come out. Respect ✊🏾
Yasiin Bey is one of few people that make stringing intelligent metaphors together look effortless, Thought, AZ, Elzhi, Phonte, etc. are just a few others that are in the same catagory.
In my eyes, Yasiin is the best mc I have ever heard. He's the best TO ME for a few different reasons. Things that are just strictly him and no one else can copy. I don't think I've ever heard anyone say that Mos Def is their favorite mc. I feel like he never gets the credit that is deserved in conversations about the greatest. That goes for Talib too. I think if people analyzed his rhymes and pulled apart not just what he is saying ..(which by the way, he's not this fake deep you hear everywhere. He tells it more real than anyone I've ever heard in a more creative and thoughtful way)..but how he says it, he would top some lists. His wordplay is so advanced that I have never understood why people never put him at the top of any lists, which is kinda cool bc it's like he's MY mc in a way. I see you Yasiin and I understand what you are doing and have done. I get it.
@@cjhepburn7406 I'm just saying in my opinion. In a peer-reviewed, comprehensive list of all time, probably not. But when it comes to which mc both impresses me and moves me, he's my top pick for sure.
There should be no thumbs down on this video, one of the most refreshing interviews. I love how Talib gives him a chance to actually talk without cutting him off rudely.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
I'm very fortunate to have been one of them Kids to play White Tag with Him & His Brother when they spent them Summers at G-ma House in Roosevelt Houses back in the days. I always been a proud fan/friend to watch you grow like that plant continue to Shine my Brother RV 4life!!!!!
No way what a legendary interview - Mos was my favourite rapper & Talib is one of the most respected in the game - Both are real rappers rappers & are up high in everyone's books.. Love your work Talib so much respect :)
one of the best interview, with one of my favorite human beings Yasiin Bey. It was a breath of fresh air to listen to such an genuine, honest conversation. Nothing but love
Mos Def and Talib Kweli as Blackstar, the first hiphop CD I had as a kid that I listened to endlessly. Some weeks later I ran into some bboys practicing so I walked up to them and they gladly taught me and I became one and its been love ever since. Thank you.
This has to be one of the dopest interviews I’ve seen in so long! Shot out Yasiin Bey Kweli and Jazmin! I’m about to go blast me some Blackstarr and Black on both Sides peace 🤞🏽
I've never laughed this much listening to an interview, I laughed so hard I cried! I love the way Yasiin expresses himself. You brothers are a shining example of what brotherhood is, the love you have for one another is extraordinary!
This interview was priceless. Best people’s party ep yet. Mad props to Talib and Yasiin for who they are, and everything they’ve done. Keep on Y’all. Blackstar for Life yo. Peace.🔥🎤🔥🎤🔥🎤🔥🎤🔥
Just came back from the Talib Kweli concert in my hometown Rotterdam. The show was amazing! Thank you Talib for your energy, wise words, activism and good vibes! Really left energized and positive in challenging times. Really made me want to watch this amazing interview again. Really appreciate who you and Yasiin Bey are and what you stand for, regardless of consequences. Been inspired by you both since the 90’s. Much love from Holland 🧡
This is my favourite People’s Party interview no doubt!! Thank you for this! 🙏🏼 Truly inspired with the wise words spoken by Mos Def! A true icon and one of the best on the mic 💯 Black Starr all day everyday ✊🏼 Much love to all ❤️
Salam aleykum! I never comment on the comment sections but this is by far one of the best interviews ever, period. Thanks to everyone who made it happened and thank you brother Yasiin Bey. May Allah shower you with eternal blessings.
My favorite interview thus far, because I've been waiting PATIENTLY to hear this brotha speak! I love the humanness of this brotha...strength, vulnerability, intelligence, knowledge & excellence.
Peace y’all, On behalf of all the rest of the loyal longtime listeners of Black Star, I would like to humbly make a formal public request that Yasiin Bey become involved with more projects that openly and intentionally put his comedic proclivities on display. I know he’s hinted at it in interviews, cameos, and even on that other podcast. That’s not what I’m talking about here. This brother is hilarious, always has been, and he knows it. From the “Streaming” rabbit hole rant ... General Cornrow and jogging w/ that bird call ... the delivery of that line in Brown Sugar about going back to Whoville and giving the artists back their publishing ... I could go on. I mean, other than Snoop, name one other hip hop artist who can make you laugh that hard in almost every interview, just being himself. I’m as big a comedy fan as I am a hip hop head, and I would pay money to go see a 15 min Yasiin Bey standup set.
I love Yasiin's explanation of not being one dimensional and not just being "the blackness guy." It was beautifully spoken and shows growth and understanding.
Yasiin Bey is my favorite MC of all time. I had the beautiful joy of seeing him live in my country, Argentina, a few years ago. For me, and it is my humble opinion, it is the exact representation of what Hip Hop is. Excellent interview! Talib is great. Thank you for this! PS: I agree with which he explains about the fuss on the new Black Star album, but hey, I need to listen to it anyway ohhh yes hahahaha. Peace!
What's up 😊 from Cali come visit fam we will bump yasiin all day haha it is a beautiful joy to see him live...when they release new blackstar let's have a global listening party lol
Years ago when I was running extremely high mileages at the time, I had Black Star remix tapes on repeat during my exercises (OH MY GOD, the song 'Beautiful' all of a sudden comes to mind). You know what, I'm going to relive those moments, because they were great. That was REALLY good music. Talib, your album 'FOCUS', OMG, tears to my eyes.Those lyrics gave me so much power at a time I was going through a lot of stuff. It's like you provided me a ladder to climb to the universe and beyond. You, Black Thought and Common. Man, what a dream team that is. This is top artistry at its finest. I'm so excited and tears of joy just remembering those moments. These songs are eternalized IN MY SOUL! I am thankful for what I'm given, because you didn't have to. You did more than you've realized!!!!
Yasiin is definitely biased on the importance of his own history. Such a humble dude but it seems he doesn't like the accolades and I think his history is so personal to him that I could see why he doesn't want to share it all. Blackstar was such a stamp in my youth and teenage years that it really helped to guide not only my hip hop experience but my music and LIFE experience. It's almost like they gave me permission and encouraged me to explore all these other genres and topics with their own music. Peace to Talib and Jasmin for such a great share!
Yasiin Bey quoted Desiderata, "If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain and bitter; for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself." Published c. 1927 by Max Erhmann
This episode was amazing & refreshing!! Y'all knocked it out the park wit this one!! Much love&Respect to ya👊💖 Sidenote: Train of thought & the Estatic are both Hip Hop masterpieces✌
We Live and learn thru our peers. Our Era deserves 👏 so much Reflection! 90's as a Young Adult was Fire and the music These two brothas shared still Echos Loud!!!
The New Danger album changed my life in a way that I can never explain. Even though rappers before Yasiin was singing on song, nobody did it like him. That changed my whole perspective on how hiphop could sound. Love that album to death. And met true friends through that album. If people loved that album, i knew that was good peoples i could relate and be close to. Thanks for all the music, Yasiin. You are truly an inspiration for a whole generation.
I’m a white guy who grew up in the wealthy suburbs of Chicago. When I first started high school in the the 2010s I got really into ‘90s hip hop and Blackstar was a huge influence on my outlook on life. Hip hop became a way for me to look outside of the privileged bubble I grew up in and get a glimpse at how the other half lived. I religiously memorized all of the lyrics of some of those songs, especially “Thieves In The Night” and “Respiration”. It was an exercise in perspective and seeing the bigger picture of the state of our society. To hear Yasiin maintain that depth of perception, how he continually sees the bigger picture, is a gift that we all benefit from and has made such a positive impact on my life. Thank you Yasiin and Talib for each of your talent and wisdom that you share with the world!
This was such a beautiful episode! I love the contrast between these two outstanding men, each brilliant and insightful in their own way, but unique enough in so many ways that together they really do form the perfect duo. While I tend to identify more with Talib, in the sense that he's very analytical, very direct and even keeled, I find myself constantly listening to Yasiin's nuggets of wisdom and appreciating how thoughtful he is. How vulnerable, too, and heartfelt. Not sure there are two more sincere human beings on planet earth and I am so, so grateful that they agreed to give us this extended glimpse into their relationship. It's only until recently, really over the last few years, that I've managed to steadily keep a similar line of communication with my brother, one without competition or criticism, and listening to this podcast only re-affirms why it is so important to keep. As hard as it is to remind ourselves, we all could be gone at any moment. For that, speaking simply as one with many loved ones, we deserve each other's unconditional love and truth... And for those of us blessed enough to have a Talib or Yasiin in our lives, we deserve the brotherhood. Long message, I know and I apologize, but just thank you for setting this kind of example for men young and old by remaining shining examples of what we ought to strive to be! It is truly appreciated!
The most anticipated and insightful Peoples Party for me. Give Thanks to Jasmine Lee, Talib Kweli, and the guest of honor, Yasiin Bey. And as humble as you are Yasiin, we still have to give you your 💐while you can still smell them.
TIME STAMPS:
2:39 -- Yasiin and Talib reflect on the first time they met in New York's Washington Square Park. They also go on to discuss his song 'Umi Says' being dedicated to Bey's parents and his mother's inspiring words of "Shine your light on the world" and we also hear about a song and video his mother let him know that she didn't approve of.
7:42 -- Yasiin speaks on his brother DCQ and his legacy in Brooklyn as a serious battle emcee. They talk about his brother seeing Bey's potential early on as a gifted writer and the things that he put in place for them to come together in 1994 and form the group UTD (or Urban Thermo Dynamics). He also explains what inspired the group's name, his high school friend Ces getting put on to the crew and their aim of becoming a rougher version of the Fugees.
18:00 -- Yasiin is asked to let us in on what the feeling was during the time of Black Star recording their first album at Rawkus. They discuss Black Star's focus on paying homage and bringing attention to those that laid the foundation of the culture, reflect on the positive vibes they experienced during the time of writing for the album, being inspired by albums like Tribe's 'Low End Theory' as well as Diamond D's 'Stunts, Blunts & Hip Hop', and they dig into what a special place New York was during the their era.
28:03 -- Yasiin quotes one of his childhood friends with "It’s black, it’s white, it’s money - it’s all unequal. The adjectives can never be nouns; We are the people...." He then goes on to name some of the groups he listened to as a youth that had the most impact on him and his evolving world view. They discuss golden age NY emcees maintaining their edge without glorifying the street life and Yasiin rejecting labels that would put him in a box.
35:51 -- Talib expresses his respect for Yasiin as a man that lives his words. They go on to discuss Bey's focus on bringing attention to the continuation of colonization pact forcing 14 African countries to pay France a colonial tax for the benefits of slavery and colonization. Yassin also details his process of coming to the decision to move to South Africa.
40:39 -- Yasiin digs into the inspirations for his 2004 rock infused album 'The New Danger', why he has always been so intent on steering away from any kind of persona, talks about ignoring both the positive and negative reactions of what he chooses to do and just focus on his individual mission. Talib then goes on to ask if that factored into his decision to change his name from Mos Def to Yasiin Bey and Bey tells the story of someone calling his name at an airport that was an awakening.
48:45 -- Talib quotes Yasiin from his song 'Priority' where he states "peace before everything, God before anything, love before anything, real before everything". He goes on to ask Bey if it's been difficult balancing his spiritual side with rap stardom. Yasiin shares a prayer from the poet Abu Bakr al-Siddiq that resonated deeply with him and another from the Desiderata about not comparing yourself to others as he relates that to avoiding ego-trips and just focusing on being himself.
53:43 -- Yasiin and Talib discuss their meeting up in South Africa during the time Bey was living there and how much of a learning experience that was for both of them. They also speak on real human connections that are often missed when friends get together, Yasiin's focus on being as good a friend as possible to his loved ones, the importance of people minding their mental health and checking in with those you care about when you see signs of stress and Bey gives a hilarious reaction to the question of why he likes Madlib's production so much.
1:06:03 -- Yasiin is asked about his criticism of the streaming industry, which segues into the reasons for the delay of the highly anticipated 'Black Star II' album. They discuss music streaming services short-changing artists and Yasiin also speaks on not wanting to be run by audiences expectations as he sends a somewhat provocative and very clear message to those that are pressing Bey and Kweli to release the album already. Bey stating "stop knocking on the kitchen door and asking when the album's coming when none of y'all can cook''.
1:15:21 - Yasiin is asked about his acting career and if he can name off his favorite roles that he's had over the years. They share some laughs over Talib wondering what was going on with Bey sporting a perm and talking like Chuck Berry, not knowing he was in the middle of filming 'Cadillac Records'. We also get another very honest answer from Bey when he's asked what set he had the most fun on.
1:20:46 -- Yasiin speaks on his endeavours into the world of art. Working with creative director Set Free Richardson to open the Compound Gallery as well as an exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum. He goes on to give the highest of praises to Julie Mehretu for her incredible achievements in the visual arts and willingness to work with him. Bey also explains the personal way in which he appreciates art. They then go on to discuss Dave Chappelle's 'Kindness Conspiracy' that he pitched to the public during his SNL monologue.
1:28:06 -- Yasiin talks about how much he's enjoyed doing 'The Midnight Miracle' podcast with his close friends Talib and Dave Chappelle and also goes on to make a strong statement of support for Talib in the wake of all the negativity that's floated around on social media, as well as makes the admission of his and Dave's rejoicing after Kweli's "eviction" from Twitter.
What book were ya’ll referencing at the 1:24:00 mark?
That girl you got there, she painted her weave blond. That's cultural approciation or something. She be tryin' to be white. Cancel her!
@@damnbadger8242 mind. Yo. Damn. Business. Devil. U not welcome here. Peace be gone.
This is a treasure ✨💖
I was at that Madlib set (Kindness Conspiracy) show. IT was during Noisefest. Drove two hours to go see that show and then drove right back home. It was a surprise to see Yasiin. and then Dave...on another note. I went to Dave's shows up at Radio City Music Hall and was surprised at all the guest appearances on that bill....For Yasiin's show, Slick Rick and Talib both had cameos. One of the best nights of my life.
Yasiin Bey is the reason why I love hip hop. Black on Both Sides is my favourite album of all time. The topics he speaks on, speak to me. And because of him I found my favourite artists, producers and sounds. Talib, Black Star, The Roots, Hi-Tek, Madlib, Dilla, De La Soul, Pharoahe Monch, Common. Too many to list.
Black on both sides is still my staple!
To each his/her own but i could name at least 20 Albums prior to Yasiin Bey that made me love hiphop way before Yasiin Bey came along. The Roots, De La Soul, Pharoahe Monch, Common all came along way before Black Star.
Black on both sides are the black star album are both top 20 all time. Yasiin is a legend
@@mistamycall that’s fair, but he’s a reason why I went back and discovered all those other artists. Even though some would say they discovered him. And then through learning about others from him, I found out about more artists like the Slum Village, MF DOOM etc
❤💯
“Kindness is a form of intelligence & brilliance, and cruelty is a form of stupidity.”
"The god that I serve ain't interested in my misery"
Bullshit! Kind people are kind because they're incompetent. Cruelty is subjective.
That one hit different.
100%
@@reginaldsimms199 True if you’re a God damn sadist.
Yasiin is one of the most colorful speakers I’ve heard.
That boombox behind behind Talib Kweli is one of the most colourful speakers I've seen
Yo I love Yasiin. He's shining and I'm just trying to do the best that I can. Positive energy
Yasiin is the man ✊🏻
Fuck Mos Def
@@shaftlamer what bro?? That ain’t gonna fly here, can’t sling those words around these parts! Why would you say such a thing about the Mighty Mos Def?
Very calm and collected dude, Yasiin Bey. As a teenager growing up in Madrid and getting into rap, I bumped 'Black Star' all through '07. Last March I saw him by chance in a café in Barcelona, had to say hello and pay my respects. I was so nervous I called him 'Mr. Def', probably the time I've been most starstruck😂 Great to see them chopping it up.
If you ever meet him again you should probably call him Yasiin
Man count yourself lucky. Be my dream to meet brother Yasiin. I guess hes still in Barca right?
@HR HR oh man, I wouldn't know, I was there visiting myself... Hope I meet him again and get it right!
@@silewis9396 i would call him mos def, because he is mos def...simple fact...
Yasiin’s voice.. that voice. It always takes me back to my best memories and experiences growing up embedded in hip hop culture. He is the epitome of hip hop and though this phrase is thrown around a lot, he truly changed my life. Real words.
Yasiin you will probably never gonna read this, but you're top 5 MC dead or alive to me (and you're not a thing for the record). Peace and thank you for helping my parents raise me. Alhamdoulilah, life is great
We'll send it to him!
For a man who doesn’t like to give interviews he gave an amazing one. I thoroughly enjoyed it, much love to Yasiin!
Thanks so much!
@@uproxx The ones with MSNBC, Hot 97, Anthony DeCurtis, even with Cornel West were all great !
I can listen to him talk all day, legend.
@@uproxx @UPROXX Video
Yasiin is such a kind, sincere, humble ,intelligent and beautiful soul.
Shout out to Talib for letting the man speak. And not trying to box him into a corner. Great interview all around. Bey’s honesty about his relationship with the fans is refreshing. He’s basically asking us to stop it with the weirdo fandom shit. A great lesson for all of us that these “heroes” of ours are human, not a mascot for our selfishness or ego
Did you expect it to be something else?
1 they both woke AF
2 they've been close as blood for decades
3 the longevity is undisputed
And I want to speak more on the longevity for the aspiring artists. Remember that money is an illusion and knowledge is priceless...all u can do is hope this generation starts appreciating real emcees..if not da baby is what you have to look forward to.
He’s not egotistical, and doesn’t really care for the spot light. He is about pure art, and truth about the world. He’s a very real person! And I can respect that a lot, the fact that he is asking us to ease up, something no other celebrity would do simply because he is an honest and real person. Got nothing but respect there! The only reason I want him to make another album so bad, is because I believe he can make an influence on hip/hop again, and maybe change its direction. I’ll pray for it 🙏🏻 lol 😂
@@ChiefKyros well said man, people are so asleep it's kind of saddening
@@crookedithagoat794Agree with you 100%! Yeah, it really is. But I still have hope! Always glad to hear from another real and open minded person!
@@ChiefKyros likewise and indeed..I'm sure our musical libraries would be 🔥
Best Yasin interview ever. Thanks to everyone that made it happen.
S A L U T E
No timestamps needed on this one. We are listening to the whole thing. 🎧
Facts
Yessiiir
Hear That. Cj!
On my moms!! Yasiin is the truth in all levels.
oK!
"Who cares about Twitter? This fish is delicious." - Yasiin Bey, 2021.
Poet & Philosopher.
And thats that!
@@thedfferencetab1977 yeah seriously. He inspires me a lot, a REAL human being. No fake or superficial aspects about him at all, and that’s rare nowadays!
🤣 that was hilarious. Kwe was twitter evicted.
I’m proud of my Muslim brother. Rap music doesn’t always have to be gangster to be powerful.
Ameen Ameen Ahki!! 👊
Been waiting for this one since People’s Party started - thanks for making it happen
Had to wait for EPISODE 101! Do it right!
@@uproxx now its official the worlds best podcast
Now look what you done started
"called you a Sufi Mystic"
Yasiin Bey: "i'm a knucklehead in recovery" LOL
the sincerity is soooo refreshing. Praise God
MicP Lmao that was Dope!!!
Shout out from Cape Town South where Yasin lived for a while. Years after his departure, the locals still speak about his time here and the really cool and real experiences they had with the brother. We appreciate you out here. On another note, Black Americans should just come home. You guys are needed here. You guys built America. Your talent and expertise are needed on the continent. And you would be much safer here because it really pains us to hear of how endangered the black man is over there. Every unjust death, reverberates with us here. Ofcourse this is me being ideological with absolutely no plan! Hahahaa! Marcus Garvey had a dream. Allow me too
Not only we Africans in America built America, Africans in Africa built America (and Europe) because what is America was built and what is now Europe was rescued from poverty, disease and hunger by setting out and colonizing and enslaving Africa and African people and dispersing us around the globe. I agree, we need to come home. I've been a few times, and each time I've come home to Africa, it's been harder to go back to the U.S. I want to come home and stay, but we've got to take all of what we've built with us. We've gotta end the stranglehold that the U.S. and Europe have on Africa (and much of the rest of the world) through neocolonialism. So there's work to be done at home and from here for home, but we're coming like Marcus Garvey envisioned and like people like Omali Yeshitela envision now.
Wow thank you!
I feel you.
Thank you for the perspective ❤️ love from Ohio, USA. I would love it
It's love forever on both sides
I can honestly say this is one of the best hour and a half I ever spent watching TH-cam. Thank you all for this.
Mos Def ✊🏾 one of the best to ever do it in Hip-Hop
One two three
Mos Def and Talib Kweli
We came to rock it on to the tip-top
Best alliance in hip-hop
only outkast can compete with blackstar for 2-man duo in hip-hop
Y-OOOOOOO!
@@musicsaunamixingboard972 i have to insanely AGREE!!!
@@musicsaunamixingboard972 Yeah , no . ATCQ is 1
@@Sirch100precent atcq is NOT a TWO man band, read carefully, atcq is THREE members
I'm sooooo happy Talib Kweli has a podcast. This is soooo great.
Mad love for Umi and all Umi’s in the world.
yes. truly
Man. Been a fan for 20+ years. Black Star was in my brain permanently since the first time I listened to it. Actually "borrowed " my buddy's copy of The New Danger when that came. Still have it. That shit blew my mind again. Great to hear flaco speak for so long.
so glad it connected for you!
You stole your boys copy if you still have it lol borrowed lol
It's time. Shout out to Kwe, Jasmin and Yasiin Bey, from South Africa. Yasiin is one of my favorites on raps, and on screen. I havent seen a rapper/actor that comes close to Yasiin acting skills. Lauryn Hill and Yasiin Bey seem to be on the same frequency about the B.S in the music industry.
I agree.
Better than pac, dmx, em, tip, 50, etc.
Donald glover pretty solid
Yasiin is the epitome of being your authentic self. One of the most brilliant minds in all of music. His brother and close friend, Talib respects his brother's craft, spiritualality, and genius. The ep I've personally been waiting for has finally arrived party people. The Mighty Yassin Bey is Aqui! Blessings for this one! Peace and love to the People's Party! Rock Rock, On!
When Yasiin quoted Kurt and said most people who love music for real end up trying to create music themselves. Here I sit 10 years playing guitar for myself thinking I've wasted time since I never have made music to release. But I love it so much. I hear the nuances at times. I don't just play music in the background. I mean there's music for that too but I enjoy deciphering things, figuring out how it was done. I gotta go do my research when I love something. I do it out of passion. Unfortunately I drag myself down too and haven't gone after my dreams but I hope that changes soon. Only I can change that.
The extra time will give you the clarity to say and present what you really want. Good luck!
Only on The People's Party were the people ever able to be blessed with an interview with Yasiin, raw and uncut. Loved it.
this was an amazing interview. Listened last week, but patiently waited for the video. Salute to Black Star!
I love Yasiin Bey i hope he's living the best life possible. a truly great man.
Mos.... Yasiin... said he wasn't into Nostalgia. But he got nostalgic for a few minutes talking about NY back in the late 80's early 90's. Totally loved it. Because I lived thru that time too. I remember the clubs and the streets then... Good ol' days
Yasiin speaks so eloquently. I stride to be so humble, considered and collected. That Dua was beautiful and is an important thought to carry into every day. ✨
This conversation is like literally delightful. Yasiin is as wise, funny, honest, and truthful as ever, and I'm just grateful for this conversation as a fan and as a human.
Fantastic interview. That Black Star album solidified my whole being and existence as a black man. One of the greatest ever produced, period.
I'm glad an album could do that 4 u. Peace. Cj
This man’s comedic timing is impeccable. 😂 Brilliant mind, beautiful soul.
I’m so proud to say that…I was there. I was fortunate enough to witness the evolution of these two titans. We’d travel from Jersey to bear witness. The two of you are a part of my narrative, thank you for contributing to the soundtrack of my life.
Big Ups to Yasiin Bey for this genuine conversation and enduring the interview/ podcast setting. I appreciate you and whole People's Party crew to putting this together and out.
The Mighty…Yasiin Bey! One of my all time favorite emcees ever. Spent my teenage years hooked on Black on Both Sides and Black Star. Those albums helped raised me. Hats off to the kings
I love to see the Rawkus family interviews, people like Mos, Pharoahe, Common, Bahamadia, Wordsworth etc. The Soundbombing/Lyrist Lounge day’s were good times for us all.
Mos just totally sonned us for wanting a blackstar album 😂
FACTS! 😳😳😳
I understand where he was coming from but dammmmnn 😂. Still top 5.
Naw he didn’t. He’s saying there’s no possible way we want the album to drop more than he does. And that’s real because that’s his baby
Nah son shit ain’t right we need that shit😂
Hahaha and did so Intelligently
Shout out to Yesiin Bey telling the people the truth how he feel. Can’t rush greatness. The album will come out when they want it to come out. Respect ✊🏾
Front row at Rock the bells 06, dude stood right in front of me to watch Rakim perform in awe.
If hes not in your top 10, your top 10 aint valid. One of the greatest of all time
Yasiin Bey is one of few people that make stringing intelligent metaphors together look effortless, Thought, AZ, Elzhi, Phonte, etc. are just a few others that are in the same catagory.
In my eyes, Yasiin is the best mc I have ever heard. He's the best TO ME for a few different reasons. Things that are just strictly him and no one else can copy. I don't think I've ever heard anyone say that Mos Def is their favorite mc. I feel like he never gets the credit that is deserved in conversations about the greatest. That goes for Talib too. I think if people analyzed his rhymes and pulled apart not just what he is saying ..(which by the way, he's not this fake deep you hear everywhere. He tells it more real than anyone I've ever heard in a more creative and thoughtful way)..but how he says it, he would top some lists. His wordplay is so advanced that I have never understood why people never put him at the top of any lists, which is kinda cool bc it's like he's MY mc in a way. I see you Yasiin and I understand what you are doing and have done. I get it.
It's his flow, his voice. Just needs to focus to produce diamonds
I don't know he's the best ever. I'd say top 5 orc10. imho
@@cjhepburn7406 I'm just saying in my opinion. In a peer-reviewed, comprehensive list of all time, probably not. But when it comes to which mc both impresses me and moves me, he's my top pick for sure.
His portrayal of Vivien Thomas is Something the Lord Made was just amazing. Just supremely talented brother.
What more can I say…this artist/spirit is a blessing for anyone looking for enlightenment.
Glad Mos Def did this interview. He's a legend. Salute.
There should be no thumbs down on this video, one of the most refreshing interviews. I love how Talib gives him a chance to actually talk without cutting him off rudely.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
I'm very fortunate to have been one of them Kids to play White Tag with Him & His Brother when they spent them Summers at G-ma House in Roosevelt Houses back in the days. I always been a proud fan/friend to watch you grow like that plant continue to Shine my Brother RV 4life!!!!!
No way what a legendary interview - Mos was my favourite rapper & Talib is one of the most respected in the game - Both are real rappers rappers & are up high in everyone's books.. Love your work Talib so much respect :)
one of the best interview, with one of my favorite human beings Yasiin Bey. It was a breath of fresh air to listen to such an genuine, honest conversation. Nothing but love
Mos Def and Talib Kweli as Blackstar, the first hiphop CD I had as a kid that I listened to endlessly. Some weeks later I ran into some bboys practicing so I walked up to them and they gladly taught me and I became one and its been love ever since. Thank you.
This is one of the best interviews I've ever seen and heard. Thank you for making this available.
This has to be one of the dopest interviews I’ve seen in so long! Shot out Yasiin Bey Kweli and Jazmin! I’m about to go blast me some Blackstarr and Black on both Sides peace 🤞🏽
Mos spoke straight from the soul. There’s levels to this kingdom called life💯
I've never laughed this much listening to an interview, I laughed so hard I cried! I love the way Yasiin expresses himself. You brothers are a shining example of what brotherhood is, the love you have for one another is extraordinary!
This interview was priceless. Best people’s party ep yet. Mad props to Talib and Yasiin for who they are, and everything they’ve done. Keep on Y’all. Blackstar for Life yo. Peace.🔥🎤🔥🎤🔥🎤🔥🎤🔥
Yassin makes me want to Be Kind and Rewind streaming movies when im done watching them
Few artists stick with their roots, Yasiin, and Kweli both stick with their musical roots, I hope to hear them bring back that era of music again!
Just came back from the Talib Kweli concert in my hometown Rotterdam. The show was amazing! Thank you Talib for your energy, wise words, activism and good vibes! Really left energized and positive in challenging times.
Really made me want to watch this amazing interview again. Really appreciate who you and Yasiin Bey are and what you stand for, regardless of consequences. Been inspired by you both since the 90’s. Much love from Holland 🧡
This the one I've been waiting for. Thank you, brothers.
This is my favourite People’s Party interview no doubt!! Thank you for this! 🙏🏼 Truly inspired with the wise words spoken by Mos Def! A true icon and one of the best on the mic 💯 Black Starr all day everyday ✊🏼 Much love to all ❤️
I can’t remember the last yasiin bey interview I saw. Seeing a friend interview his friend made this the one.
It's so special for us, for the show, and for the two geniuses at the heart of it!
The convo about NY in the 90's is spot on! Had no idea Yasiin & Talib were in those clubs too. It was epic! (and dangerous)
This is the one I been waiting for. Thank you Kings for doing this one. 🔥🔥🔥🔥
how i can grow up and stay connected to these artists is a blessing they have no idea
Damn that was a terrific ending.
All the layers of yasiin, I love em all, the ones he's shown us, but that ending was mos def.
Salam aleykum! I never comment on the comment sections but this is by far one of the best interviews ever, period. Thanks to everyone who made it happened and thank you brother Yasiin Bey. May Allah shower you with eternal blessings.
thank you as always for this! great to hear Yasiin talk. Funny, inspiring, eye-opening, entertaining... y'all are dope!
My favorite interview thus far, because I've been waiting PATIENTLY to hear this brotha speak! I love the humanness of this brotha...strength, vulnerability, intelligence, knowledge & excellence.
I'm blown away by this interview. It made me very happy!
Yasiin Bey spit so much 🔥🔥🔥🔥 The jewels are heavy!! The mighty Mos Def✊🏾 Great interview. Blackstar💪🏿💪🏿2021
"Colony Hangover" Bars🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Peace y’all,
On behalf of all the rest of the loyal longtime listeners of Black Star, I would like to humbly make a formal public request that Yasiin Bey become involved with more projects that openly and intentionally put his comedic proclivities on display.
I know he’s hinted at it in interviews, cameos, and even on that other podcast. That’s not what I’m talking about here. This brother is hilarious, always has been, and he knows it. From the “Streaming” rabbit hole rant ... General Cornrow and jogging w/ that bird call ... the delivery of that line in Brown Sugar about going back to Whoville and giving the artists back their publishing ... I could go on. I mean, other than Snoop, name one other hip hop artist who can make you laugh that hard in almost every interview, just being himself.
I’m as big a comedy fan as I am a hip hop head, and I would pay money to go see a 15 min Yasiin Bey standup set.
"oo-OOO!! ...BRRRrrrrrrr!!!" 😂😂 You're so right. All we can do is hope that's what he wants to do.
"We the black delegation, ..approve this message."
He did a comedy show in Britain hahahaha talk bout God shave the queen 😆🤣😂😂🤣🤣🤣😅
dam wen he said “the god I serve ain’t interested in my misery” that shit so strong and true and overlooked!!
My favorite episode, so far.
Salute!
G R A T I T U D E !!!
Loved it! For someone who doesn’t like interviews, I’m sure this could have gone for hours…
I really don't know how yall gon top this episode...I thank you, this was beautiful
We might not... but we'll keep trying!
I cannot even express In words how much Yasine Bey aka Mos Def and Talib Kweli mean to me. I love them together ❤️ absolute geniuses on all levels.
What we've all been waiting for!
I love Yasiin's explanation of not being one dimensional and not just being "the blackness guy." It was beautifully spoken and shows growth and understanding.
Yasiin Bey is my favorite MC of all time. I had the beautiful joy of seeing him live in my country, Argentina, a few years ago. For me, and it is my humble opinion, it is the exact representation of what Hip Hop is. Excellent interview! Talib is great. Thank you for this!
PS: I agree with which he explains about the fuss on the new Black Star album, but hey, I need to listen to it anyway ohhh yes hahahaha. Peace!
That's what's up!
What's up 😊 from Cali come visit fam we will bump yasiin all day haha it is a beautiful joy to see him live...when they release new blackstar let's have a global listening party lol
Peace. Your English is amazing, from England. One love from one Yasiin fan to another. You said everything I wanted to say better than I could.
@@sayittomyfaceortapglassfar4392 ❤️
@@silewis9396 thanks man 😄❤️
Years ago when I was running extremely high mileages at the time, I had
Black Star remix tapes on repeat during my exercises (OH MY GOD, the
song 'Beautiful' all of a sudden comes to mind). You know what, I'm
going to relive those moments, because they were great. That was REALLY
good music. Talib, your album 'FOCUS', OMG, tears to my eyes.Those
lyrics gave me so much power at a time I was going through a lot of
stuff. It's like you provided me a ladder to climb to the universe and
beyond. You, Black Thought and Common. Man, what a dream team that is.
This is top artistry at its finest. I'm so excited and tears of joy just
remembering those moments. These songs are eternalized IN MY SOUL! I am
thankful for what I'm given, because you didn't have to. You did more
than you've realized!!!!
thanks for sharing this -- powerful!
@@uproxx These super intelligent writers saved my life on more occasions than some could possible imagine. My gratitude is LARGE!
Yasiin Bey is Hip Hop Royalty Big Respect...
Speak your TRUTH Yasiin Bey.... Profoundly stamped in the concrete. Word!!
Yasiin is definitely biased on the importance of his own history. Such a humble dude but it seems he doesn't like the accolades and I think his history is so personal to him that I could see why he doesn't want to share it all. Blackstar was such a stamp in my youth and teenage years that it really helped to guide not only my hip hop experience but my music and LIFE experience. It's almost like they gave me permission and encouraged me to explore all these other genres and topics with their own music. Peace to Talib and Jasmin for such a great share!
Yasiin Bey quoted Desiderata,
"If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain and bitter;
for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself."
Published c. 1927 by Max Erhmann
This episode was amazing & refreshing!! Y'all knocked it out the park wit this one!! Much love&Respect to ya👊💖
Sidenote: Train of thought & the Estatic are both Hip Hop masterpieces✌
We Live and learn thru our peers. Our Era deserves 👏 so much Reflection! 90's as a Young Adult was Fire and the music These two brothas shared still Echos Loud!!!
Been waiting for this. Mans a legend
The New Danger album changed my life in a way that I can never explain. Even though rappers before Yasiin was singing on song, nobody did it like him. That changed my whole perspective on how hiphop could sound. Love that album to death. And met true friends through that album. If people loved that album, i knew that was good peoples i could relate and be close to. Thanks for all the music, Yasiin. You are truly an inspiration for a whole generation.
Its good to hear Yasiin speak his mind. Peace bruh and keep rockin' on!
I’m a white guy who grew up in the wealthy suburbs of Chicago. When I first started high school in the the 2010s I got really into ‘90s hip hop and Blackstar was a huge influence on my outlook on life. Hip hop became a way for me to look outside of the privileged bubble I grew up in and get a glimpse at how the other half lived. I religiously memorized all of the lyrics of some of those songs, especially “Thieves In The Night” and “Respiration”. It was an exercise in perspective and seeing the bigger picture of the state of our society. To hear Yasiin maintain that depth of perception, how he continually sees the bigger picture, is a gift that we all benefit from and has made such a positive impact on my life. Thank you Yasiin and Talib for each of your talent and wisdom that you share with the world!
I love how they are reflective on NYC in the 90s. Brings back so many memories!!!!❤❤❤
This was such a beautiful episode! I love the contrast between these two outstanding men, each brilliant and insightful in their own way, but unique enough in so many ways that together they really do form the perfect duo. While I tend to identify more with Talib, in the sense that he's very analytical, very direct and even keeled, I find myself constantly listening to Yasiin's nuggets of wisdom and appreciating how thoughtful he is. How vulnerable, too, and heartfelt. Not sure there are two more sincere human beings on planet earth and I am so, so grateful that they agreed to give us this extended glimpse into their relationship. It's only until recently, really over the last few years, that I've managed to steadily keep a similar line of communication with my brother, one without competition or criticism, and listening to this podcast only re-affirms why it is so important to keep. As hard as it is to remind ourselves, we all could be gone at any moment. For that, speaking simply as one with many loved ones, we deserve each other's unconditional love and truth... And for those of us blessed enough to have a Talib or Yasiin in our lives, we deserve the brotherhood. Long message, I know and I apologize, but just thank you for setting this kind of example for men young and old by remaining shining examples of what we ought to strive to be! It is truly appreciated!
This interview was priceless, I genuinely was dying of laughter at the 1:04:18 mark when Yasin went off on the Madlib collab question.
Aww man lol.
The funny thing is... after listening to all that
I'm still in my head:
like so when is the next Black Star album...? 😂
Oh where is it when he said ''well fuck it then''?
I been waiting for this 1!!!! Much love to u guys. 2 of my all time faves to ever to collaborate on a project
Yassin bey is an incredible Black man
No doubt.
The most anticipated and insightful Peoples Party for me. Give Thanks to Jasmine Lee, Talib Kweli, and the guest of honor, Yasiin Bey. And as humble as you are Yasiin, we still have to give you your 💐while you can still smell them.
So so glad to see this resonating!
I'm glad to see Yasiin on Kweli's show. It just feels right.
A lot of personality and surety.. RESPECT ✊🏿