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- Usher goes Sneaker Shopping at Kith in New York City with Joe La Puma and talks about his custom Air Jordans, if Adidas is doing enough for the black community, and his best Michael Jordan story.
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Season 3
Episode 9
COMPLEX is a community of creators and curators, armed with the Internet, committed to surfacing and sharing the voices and conversations that define our new America. Our videos exemplify convergence culture, exploring topics that include music, sneakers, style, sports and pop culture through original shows and Complex News segments. Featuring your favorite celebrities, authoritative commentary, and a unique voice, our videos make culture pop.
Usher looks like he just stepped off the set of the music video for 'Burn' or something. Dude literally has not aged since 2004.
him and pharrel are half alien so it makes sense
+Alfredo Morales no they just don't do drugs and black don't crack
+Alfredo Morales lol at 1:55 smh like too funny
+Cal Hyphen *half alien, and we're sticking with that for the moment…
lmao so truee
usher a legend, the man hasnt aged since confessions
black dont crack
+Donte Washington say that to floyd mayweather sr lol I'm getting tired of that overused line bro no hate to mayweather
+Donte Washington but black is crack
+Chukuman bruh don't be bitter and insecure. Obviously black people will age badly if they are taking drugs/plastic surgery/ lead an unhealthy lifestyle/ raised in poverty but in general it holds. It's a scientific fact that black people experience less skin damage due to melanin production.
Ar Ra im not, im just tired of hearing that corny innacurate catchprase. And yes youre right
Usher been 29 for 15 years brah
But the man never ages so it's believable
+Pro Habits #blackdontcrack
+Charlie Castro yup
+Charlie Castro just smoke it lol
he's still at his drop top cruisin' the streets at seven o'clock on the dot.
Yoooo my mans bought some toothpicks for 10$. Usher be flexing.
still got that spinach in between ya teeth from last week huh lol
Ushers voting for trump no doubt.
+newoneintownful
LOL he actually had a "Don't Trump Amercia" shirt on at the BET awards.
right! lmao
N.A K
need to do more of these Complex
agree
I know right
I agree but they would've have as much anticipation.
I feel like they only do it as promo so when their 'guest' comes on they're plugging something
+T1nyDynamite hear that
Usher is intelligent as fuck
Someone who is intelligent wouldn't drop $25 on a cup and some toothpicks
Guess you never heard of supreme
+Kizaru Borsalino $25 is like 25¢ when you compare his bank account to a regular person's
they would if they're worth $180 million
+Kizaru Borsalino someone who is wealthy can
Very well spoken, gentleman, and GOAT
Bro people use that too often... What is he a GOAT of??
+George Douglas pop rnb music
George Douglas U couldn't be any more of an elite dumbfuck for asking such a question.
+N.A K LMFAOOOOO
im crying seeing the gentleman part are the herpes thing going on rn
This was a really good episode. Usher was dropping some knowledge.
The beat in the beginning was amazing
got me hype!
He said "y'all gonna have to pay me MORE for the Jordan story" I had a feeling complex was paying their guest. At least the heavyweights
“Part owner of the cavs”.....
You learn something new every day.
that beat at the intro is insane
My guy Usher. Would love to see him do an interview where he could dive deeper into some of the things he touched on.
Lol he asked him if puff was his daddy taking him shopping.
lol
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"You gonna have to pay me more than that" dammnnnnn son!!!
I didn't know much about usher before, heard a few songs, but now I see how awesome he is.
lol adidas is a german brand...why should it be american made?
Typical american. If something's good then it has to be american because america (u.s.) is the greatest country.
Marcus Fleetwood no they are propably producing in china or somewhere like nike and everyone else, but if they should produce somewhere else then in their home country...but if they would produce in germany the shoes would be much better quality wise but also much more expensive...
The Ghost of Harambe true
Are Nike made in America? honest question
And adidas are actually trying to bring some manufacturing back to germany
Such a classy guy always proud to see him represent the culture and good job in hands of stone
These need to be longer
That beginning beat go hard
What's the name?
Isn't adidas a German company??
Yep. Not like the give a shit about the European market though.
Yup hem and puma since the guys who started both are brothers
+Mikey Tarango usher don't know what he talking about
well i mean if he's talking about manufacturing then sure Adidas produces the shoes in China but same as every other shoe company like Jordan, Nike, and most of New Balance....
Yup!
Usher is one of the best celebrities to interview with a clam soul
BRUH DO YOU KNOW THE PRICES OF SHOES IF THEY WERE MADE IN AMERICA LOOOOL THESE PRICES ALREADY HIGH BRUH
yeahh it should be made whether in Bangladesh or Vietnam with low wages labors
Some New Balances are made in the US/UK and are about 250 Dollars...
+Yoshiya Abiko i have those which was made in UK and its no different than the Chinese or Indonesian made one . i'm fucking pissed off . since everyone on the street never notice that you NB are made in US or UK
+Datuk Rajo *your NB
thats right.....china or usa its the same shit
my favorite album he made was confessions, who agrees?
that intro beat tho 🔥🔥
Usher really such a humble dude
Jordan on speed dial is humble?That's like a divine level flex
that beginning beat is so good!
You gotta love this man! Usher is a very intelligent dude who's very empathetic. And a lot of this is shown in this episode. Plus he likes footscapes, them shits is fire!
Its funny how Usher says what has Adidas done for the African American Community but don't ask what has Michael Jordan done for the African American community but rip them off for high price sneakers.
I had to stop watching because he comes off as intelligent for people with a lack of information, but in reality it's just an opinion. In reality all he's done is contradict himself, he himself said that people can go without paying rent or something for these trainers and tries to somehow imply that they do anything 'good' for people lol.
They just look cool, simple as that. Builds confidence yeah, but it's a damn shoe, if that defines a person they need to wake up a bit
I Love Your Hate - Well I wouldn't expect the man to pay for the funeral. He did not pull the trigger or even force them into a position to buy the shoes. If people are aware that they'd get killed for their trainers, then don't buy the damn trainers lol. Buy some simple Adidas; something that looks good, is fairly affordable (I remember when I got my first damn pair for like £35, we were broke but I loved em lol) and won't get you shot... There is a problem in the black community, quite a few, but seems a lot of the time a large proportion rather point the finger at someone else.
I Love Your Hate preach alot of black men/ kids have been killed, robbed for their Jordan's. Shits crazy.
James Stevens well said man I agree.
+I Love Your Hate
...What, people *choose* to murder others over sneakers it ain't Jordan's fault, it's both the parents of murderers for not teaching that murdering over materialistic goods is wrong and the murderer themself
Damn, I always liked Usher, but I have even more respect for him now. The guys is clearly intelligent and seems to have a genuine interest in social issues and how to help communities with the culture he's a part of. Respect.
usher was always one of my favorites. cant wait for the next album
Solid collaboration and appreciate the explanation of culture into the shoe game and how it spans much deeper for some.
yo that opening beat was heat
“Was diddy going around buying you sneakers?” Usher “hell No”
Why ash that question? That was so awkward
Joe: "Did diddy buy you anything?"
usher: "Hell nahh!"
Wow he's a lot smarter than I thought lol keep up the good work
The beat for the intro is straight 🔥🔥🔥
"Was he taking you around buying you sneakers ... ?
Usher : Hell naw 😂😂😂
that shop looks amazing! the ceiling was awesome!
Usher is a legend
I like how Usher broke things down & how he answered a few bullshit questions he probably shouldn't have been asked. Much respect to him very classy👌🏽
Usher is actually so intelligent and cultured it's crazy
Usher is such a genuine guy
He asked him about currys shoes. I'm so dead he just laughed hahaha
been waiting for one of these for a minute
"yeah yeah I took the shoe, I made it gold"
Usher had the best responses for these 'Sneaker Shopping With Complex' interviews
i didn't care for this nigga but i got mad respeck for him now.
Moment of silence for that beat in the beginning...
Joe: so you taking these?
Usher: yes
Joe: are you sure
Usher: yes
Joe: are you positive
Usher: ......
Complex need to do more of these
Maybe a sneaker shopping video with Lil Uzi Vert, Young Thug or Travis Scott?
uzi getting high heels
Young Thug into Pumps and stilettos..
TakeOff gaming no he got a carpet
Travis Scott yes. The other 2 no
Drakula I feel like young thug wouldn’t go cause he really just likes designer shit
YASSSSS FINALLY SOMEONE WHO SPEAKS INTELLIGENT ENGLISH AND IS EDUCATED WELL!!!!! I remember listening to usher as a kid!
started off with 3 pairs and ended with 6 pairs, a mug and toothpicks.
"this is my comission, just when i thought i said all i can say..." lmao
I'm glad Usher pointed out them Air Force 180s. I copped those over the summer because I too wanted them as a kid. I'm glad they got slept on.
need this song in my life 🙃
What's is the song in beginin pls
The instrumentals are deadly G
Why would Adidas start manufacturing in America lol they've been around in Europe wayyy longer
mad respect for usher. loved his answers in tis interview.
Why would a German company need to be making shoes in America usher huh
That doesn't mean anything. New Balance is an American company but they produce in England and America. Try again.
Founder was a british immigrant.
Haha nice one.
That doesn't mean anything. Toyota is Japanese company that has plenty of us factories. Kanye is American. If anything, they can produce yeezy products in the United States since they're opening yeezy retail stores.
Usher be tripping Nike is an american brand all of the shoes are made in china and vietnam bruh. for GR shoes it would be way more expensive to produce in the developed countries. On the other hand it would be dope if they produce the limited edition or collab sneakers in the states or england so the build quality on point
Usher is such a cool guy, very chill& humble
Usher is so humble man, anything he says is inspiring. Lmao
Lmao they charging 10$ for some toothpicks
desiigner goes sneaker shoping
auknowuttimeitiz GETGET GRAAAAA
gonna need subtitles for that episode
About time you guys do a video
i appreciate the time and editing whoever put into this video
10 bucks for fucking toothpicks... the fuck
Usher is a very knowledgeable dude. Respect.
Because American made would make everything cost more, Usher.
Right
Yeah. Cheap international labor makes it all worthwhile.
+Pernection because it's not an American brand😂😂😂 it German
***** Then I'll start it up then!
Thank you. Finally somebody said it
Thank u keep pushing these out
When yall getting Stalley or Curren$y? They both got heat
Damn Usher dropping knowledge!
Why is Usher keeps talking about Race Race Race, African American aren't the only ones rocking NMD's... I never even thought about it that way. This is whats wrong with the world sometimes. People find a way to bring the topic up. We are all sneaker heads and thats all that matters.
He himself is African American, hip hop, r&b and sneaker culture started with African Americans. It sounds like he just wants to make sure his race gets credit and is doing well in America.
that's what's wrong with America? bringing up race? sir if u think that that is the problem, ur apart of the problem. it was perfectly well placed in the conversation.
You mad?
+Erica Payne nah come on don't tell me that shit wasn't forced a lil
agreed
Best Sneaker shopping yet!
"would you be wearing currys during finals?" you could prepare better than that.
Super dope!! Do more of these please!!
"It was Timberland everything"
Omg excited for his new album 😍👏🏻😩
10 $ for toothpicks...hold this L usher
Multi-platinum recording artist with a very very good career.. I think he's holding a w
doesnt matter how rich you are...if you pay 10$ for toothpicks you're getting scammed and need to hold this L
he holding an L with his bank account on heavy
+The Ghost of Harambe you really think he cares about the price of toothpicks? That's like saying he took an L for buying those shoes or buying his cars...shit, he must be taking Ls all his life because he has so much expensive shit. I wish I could take Ls like him. He would take an L if he was Nelly, though. that nigga got debt to pay off.
Exactly, lol! Not to bash Nelly because I don't know the innermost workings of his personal and financial life but it's crazy how he, Usher and 50 Cent were some of the biggest artists of the 2000s (that was the era when male Urban artists competed with and sometimes, even bodied huge pop stars like Britney Spears et al) and yet two of them have had very public financial issues but Usher has not.
Wow he is very thoughtful and had great things to say
This video makes me a fan of Usher the man. He seems to be very socially conscious. Black people have a significant cultural influence, but in so many cases, there is a white person who is profiting from it. This is important because a black person making this money would be more likely to pour it back into the black community and help to empower our people economically.
Not really, at that point it becomes about themselves. People rarely go back to where they came from and try to help them out
One of my best shopping episode
At 4:30 is he wearing the same shit that's on that manikin
Lmao
+D Loading you can tell he must shop there often
He he never leaves empty handed
Said*
😂😂😂😂same outfit but different color shoes 😂😂😂😂😂😂
It's actually sad to me that Usher was the only artist that questioned Adidas give back, if you will when it comes to how much the culture has given to Adidas... Amazing! Great job Usher for keeping it all the way 100
name of the first instrumental??
Always looking forward to these
Man if it was American made it would twice the price 😓 if not more
+Mike C there would barely be a difference more of wage cost..
But the jobs would be in america therefore in the american market making u the buyer have more money in ur pocket but it would alot of companies to do this long term it is a great idea
Some New Balance and Red Wings are made in America
That instrumental is dope at the end
I fxcking hate the fact that I have a greater respect for Usher after watching this video.
I've been waitin for this video
What's that song called in the beginning
I was just bout to ask the same question. You eva get the answer?
This is the only why i subs complex
Name of the instrumental at the beginning?
I see a lot of comments about Adidas being German so it can't be American made. Of course I can't speak for Usher but I think he meant it in the sense of the companies being of a greater benefit to the communities that have integrated the brand into their own culture - more of a jobs, investments, etc. perspective. But he was smart enough to also point out the positive side of Adidas endorsing a lot of artists, or at least being more, and at an earlier period, than other brands.
can anyone tell me the name of the first song of the video?
spit that knowledge Ush, tell em how deep our roots run & what gets done for these brands with hip-hop/pop culture.
anyone found the intro song?! pls i need it its fucking dope!
He spoke straight facts when he talked about the youth and sneakers.
complex you need to get eminem on one of these
They did :)
I looooove this series!!! Keep em coming!!!