T.I.: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert
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- Опубліковано 16 чер 2024
- Aug. 27, 2018 | Rodney Carmichael -- Tip "T.I." Harris has lived the last 15 years of his life on the big stage. Fans have watched him rise, fall and ascend to new heights again, remaking himself each step of the way. From dope boy to dope emcee. From inmate to activist. From reality star and box-office draw to real estate developer and film producer.
But the Tiny Desk has a way of stripping even the biggest acts back down to their musical essence. For Tip, that meant stretching beyond his comfort zone again, this time by rapping along to a group of high school string players instead of his classic tracks. Without his usual audio prompts, he kept lyric sheets close at hand while running through the definitive street hits "Rubber Band Man," "What You Know" and the Billboard 100 chart topper featuring Rihanna, "Live Your Life." He may have stumbled a few times, but when you've successfully reinvented your career as often as Tip has had to it's probably hard to stick to the same old script.
As for Tip's Tiny Desk transformation, he brought along his mini orchestra of young talent from Atlanta to fill in for Rihanna. The artists in training, from the non-profit Atlanta Music Project, put a classical twist on his street anthems, adding strings and brass in place of 808 bass. "That's a true example that really says that you're never defined by your environment unless you want to be," Tip said, crediting the youngsters for their commitment to craft. Meanwhile, he kept his set funky with off-the-cuff stories of the drama behind his music - like the time when he found out, after shooting the video for "Rubber Band Man" with Puff Daddy, that his home had been raided by police. "This music was about the elements that people have to endure in their lives every day and find a brighter side and make a way out of no way," he said. "That's what this music represents."
This year marks the 15th anniversary of Trap Muzik, the sophomore album that branded T.I. King of the South and birthed an Atlanta movement that would eventually give hip-hop a global makeover. The music gave voice to a discarded generation stuck between socioeconomic despair and criminal exploits. In a genre where the performance of authenticity snares talented artists in their own trap, Tip has conquered those demons. His last album, Us Or Else found him raising a conscious fist in unity against the systemic inequality highlighted by the Movement for Black Lives. Now, with more movie credits to his name than solo albums, his most respected role has been serving as part of Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms' transition team. But Tip's past is still present. In addition to investing in the redevelopment of Bankhead - the west Atlanta community that raised him and gave him game - he plans to return to his metaphoric roots on his next studio album, The Dime Trap.
Indeed, Tip still knows all about that.
Set List
"Rubber Band Man"
"What You Know"
"Live Your Life"
Credits
Producers: Rodney Carmichael, Morgan Noelle Smith; Creative Director: Bob Boilen; Audio Engineer: Josh Rogosin; Videographers: Morgan Noelle Smith, Beck Harlan, Maia Stern, Khun Minn Ohn; Editor: Khun Minn Ohn; Production Assistants: Catherine Zhang, Téa Mottolese; Photo: Eslah Attar/NPR.
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He's done more for those kids than anyone else commenting negatively.
He got more kids than anyone 😂😂😋🤣
That’s real!!
So glad he does it publicly. The way he thought when they aired his business on VH1, very big insight.
I’m just seeing this 2 years later, and I love that he did this! I have a daughter who was in a great elementary school orchestra, that were sweeping the music competitions, leaving high school freshman embarrassed. She hasn't felt as challenged, or sufficient growth even in her honors orchestra. I’m looking for lessons or just something to keep her loving her viola. So I really appreciate TIP doing something like this, and I hope the children stay encouraged. A true artist tries new things, as well as inspires the generations of tomorrow. I respect his artistry and him as an MC. Undoubtedly his music legacy is solid.
🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯
THE MAN DID NOT INVITE HIMSELF TO NPR.. The production and talent agents did. Now with that being said, we ALL know Tip loves the kids. So why be mad because be he censored his music? His band was comprised of kids and he was man enough to respect them. Kuddos to you Tip!
BIG Kuddos!!
Tynisha May he made those kids there time to shine
Ummmm alot of rappers came and censored themselves...tpain and gucci changed a few words....not really for the kids smh...its being professional....not everyone at npr listens to the same type of music
Lol only one i seen didnt give a dam was mac miller and Tyler the creator 😂😂
@@BayLuv87 you forgot Anderson Paak :)
Look at the youth killin’ it on the instruments 🎻 pure dopeness 🔥💯
YASSSSSSSSS
Right
One of them is my little cousin. She's been playing the violin here in Atlanta for years. I'm too proud.
Jay Jones that’s dope 💯
@@jayjones9008 you gon keep lying? 🤣
These kids killed "Rubber band man", I"m impressed. They did a great job!!!!
T.I. is always gonna be relevant point blank period.✔️💯👑.
I forgot he got so much cuss words in his songs 😂😂😂💀 but thts why he was pausing cause of the cuss words y’all remember he’s the black human dictionary 😂‼️
LMFAOOO
FOR REAL. I had to look up quintessential...
Like... Hollup...
Q-quen- Queen WHO?!
The black human dictionary LOL big facts
@@nopenope7700 lol
He’s a complex person
He was trying to make it PG for the kids. He was censensoring his lyrics. No stumbling. T.I. is too much of a wordsmith. Looks like at the last minute he decided to make it clean.
ohhhhhh , makes sense . b/c initially I was confused at how a seasoned performer like himself could be stumbling that much
This was one of the shortest but very entertaining and interactive tiny desk concerts. The audience filled in for Rhianna which was awesome. I would to see Raheem DeVaugn, Omar Lye Fook, A Tribe Called Quest and A tribute to J Dilla
Anya Leavy i was thinking the same thing
@@bobbyisaac8039 Yep! Great minds think alike.
Exactly!!!
In my opinion Tip did this for those kids and he no doubt gave them an experience of a lifetime. He could have easily gotten experienced musicians and a veteran MD but he didn't. I think that's one of the reasons he censored his performance. Imagine 10 years from now one of those kids blows up to become a sought after musician and this was part of their journey but because his performance didn't live up to your standard, that's all you see this as. Salute to Tip for giving these kids a chance.
Makes more sense thinking about it this way void my response
Wow your response is the realist on this feed!!! Shout out to you for enlightening the many readers and shout out to TIP!!!!
Well said! 🎼🎤🎶💕
The kids are from the Atlanta Music Project. He's 1 of their supporters... Check them out they are great
NPR gotta have Kendrick Lamar on this tiny desk!!!
this!! so much
word...a must...kung fu Kenny now
Of course! The GOAT!
nas too
lol this man shut down the comment section
It's heartwarming what TI did for the kids. he has my respect
Andre 3000 please
We need a return of the gangsta
I already put #OUTKASTonNPR in my comment...
@@killahgruvz wow! You did it first?!?!?!??!!! WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Or Outkast
PLEASE
Honestly, the fact that this man could censor his lyrics on the fly speaks volumes. Some rappers wouldn't have any lyrics at all if they did that lol
Hello!
I like how tip got the young kids to play. Played real nice.
my early 2000’s i was OBSESSED with TI and his music, a KING
Yasss me too😍
Mannn WHAT?!? Same ☺❤
Trash
HE IS NOT THE KING CHECK YOUR SELF
Faxxxxx
When I hear actual musical instruments being used in Rubber Band Man, I instantly hit the Like button!
TI was Censoring himself for the kids.
Always had mad respect for T.I. big up for censoring the lyrics because of the youths. The youths are killing it on the instruments..
Maaaaan dem horns are siiiiiiiccccckkk
The ability to self censor is so incredibly unrated as a skill
wish it was longer..T.I. hands down is one of the greats
I don’t think he forgot the lyrics. He seems to be doing some censoring 🤬🤷♀️
agreed
Bing!
Can't curse in front of the kids...
he did pause a few times where cuss words weren't there.
The band is awesome.
Yeesssss
yes. This sounds better than a studio session.
Ti..Was Positive to All..Very Grateful 👍👍👍👍
Shout out to the band!!
Rocking it!!!
That's wussup, NPR! One time for the A!! Now.............. get OUTKAST!!!
Wishful thinking
OUTKAST would crush it in this setting. that would be amazing.
YAAAAAAHHHHH
That would be amazing
I can't even lie I would cry
Love T. I. and the kids DOIN IT!! So important to invest in your babies talents so they can hone in on their craft and passion... and not become victims of their environment!! YASSS
Exactly! Like Kendrick,Wu Tang Clan,even Yes momma Donda
Maaaan, this my first time seeing this. This was really big for these students. Atlanta Music Project did that. Great job T.I. for giving these students that opportunity. I love it!
WE NEED OUTKAST!!!!! NPR, yall are ON POINT! QUALITY MUSIC ALWAYS!
Crazy as I look at the comments. T. I. Has always been a business and professional man that knows how to conduct himself. And is for the kids. He is the King. Love him.
A real ATL King showed up with the young musicians and blessed NPR. Always prepared and always telling a story. Censored his own lyrics. So much LOVE 🔥💯❤️
I love how T.I. Chose to bring the students to showcase their talent! T.I. Love the kids! Great session!
I think TI did an amazing job of breaking the lyric down without distroying the songs. TRAP 101 People and there is no prerequisites. If TI did his songs on the regular BPM this show would be over in 4min haha
Lela magxaka *destroying bruh
Monumental! And he brought the kids? Big ups to TI and NPR!
These kids are SUPER TALENTED!! I love seeing the youth doing something constructive with themselves..”Only thing between you and your dream is your effort” .. Shoutout to T.I
Shout out to the kids killing it on them instruments. Dope!
If you’ve lived in Atlanta most of your life this will put a smile on your face! Go TIP!
I'm not from Atlanta but when TIP came out you could hear him banging out of every car at my school!!
Not going to lie, mane I had chills on rubber band man, 9 in my right, 45 in my other hand. During that time I lived by that and that cd, think I bought 3 albums because I was bumping them so hard, salute.
They got T.I.P. on here!!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Let's get it!!! Hearing these live is amazing!!! Take me back to the high school band days during the game when the band would turn-up and play the bangers!!! The band killed it 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Tiny desk gone start being my alarm 🤦🏽♂️ lol
I love TI and the kids on the instruments are PHENOMENAL
Much Respect to Tip!!! The kids did an amazing job as well, what an experience to be apart of!!
I literally just finished listening to Ready for Whatever!! Interesting choice NPR lol I’m loving the diversity
The diversity alone is worth a listen, music mission, no wishin, just blissin!💕🎶🎧🎼💯#nprmusic
You ain't never lied!! Lol. Between this and the "Colours" music show, my craving for a concert depletes lol
Ready for whatever is one of the greatest songs of all time
HeWhoLaughs ready for whatever top 3 ti joint 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Well done King...always cognizant of his surroundings. You did this with the kids😍
Loved the simplicity of this session T.I. I love you man ♡
TI has great energy. A pleasure to watch him
*We need Frank Ocean on this!*
GeneralGiant +1
that wont happen lol. That nigga reclusive af
Frank Ocean no longer exists on this world. He is manifested through the universe when the vibes are aligned. 😂
One day 😭😭 it is destined to happen
I’d be K.O’d if this happened 😵 but yeah he’s to precious to be entertaining the swill below lol jokes
Oh I LOVE this!!! I would have loved this opportunity as a kid!! They sound great!!❤
It sounds like hes just telling a speech to the beat of the music
Tip is so verse and his flow really flows. Great father to all his kids he truly has been apart of there lives and teaches them life's lessons.
Tip....Yesssz...♡ You have evolved over the years. King of the South forever! Stay blessed you and the family.
I have so much respect for this man and his story. I've watched him and his lyrics evolve.
The kids are straight FYE!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
That's so dope for those young kings and queens..... Gotta love it!
RESPECT to TIP for a censored performance in honoring our youth.
This was awesome Tip I love what you did for those kids they’ll never forget this
the best section ive watched yet! TI still one of the greatest
Great opportunity for Tip and the band. The kids will never forget this 💯
One of the best NPR performance. With the kids on top 👏🏾
Back to back to back classics. Thanks Clifford Harris
short and sweet... props to TI for encouraging the young ones
Thanks NPR. Good to see TI showcasing the young folks. Always something different, that's what is great about this platform. Salute!✊
I'm loving the violins and horns
T.I.P ❤🇭🇹 Haiti
Tiny Desk Haiti is watching now so much love from Haiti 🇭🇹❤
Those kids are adorable. Thanks for including them in this special moment Tip.
I Love the message T.I. came with. 💯💯💯
"NEVER DEFINED BY YOUR ENVIRONMENT"-- Say it again T.I. Be the prophet you are today! Wait up: "Never mind what haters say!...." T.I. Preach!!!!
This was outstanding. Thank you TI for always trying to put forth the positive. You are awesome!!!!!!!
This was nice..much love to TI and the kids beautiful band..they all did they thang!!! God bless!!!💯🔥💞
TI the king!! Love it!! The kids did an amazing job they're very professional!! I pray they make it big in life🙏!!
Thise young people did GREAT!
Gotta Love TIP This was so great !! “if you from dc put ur hands up” 🙋🏾♀️🙋🏾♀️🙋🏾♀️❤️✨😘😘😘
Amazing thank you for giving these children a platform. Bless you TI
Can't front... Those CHILDREN were AMAZING!!! This was an Awesome Look T.I ... Well Done!
As soon as I clicked this, I was praying he did Rubberband Man. Then the horns came in ❤️
This is MAJOR....wish these rap & hip hop segments could be longer! #$ALUTE
That's tight. The youth/ young adults are awesome, that music will open doors for you. Blessings to you all.
Respect the way TI put it down and the kids were talented.
TI you are the real deal, and your heart shines through in your words, your music and your actions. All the best your way to you and your Family {{{hugs}}}.
TIP I see you brother...! I was not expecting you on Tiny Desk...! And NPR you are the 2018 musical MVP....!
Always been a TIP fan. This is awesome what he did for the kids❣️❣️❣️
T.I. did his thang to have those Young Musicians, I Salute You Bruh!!
This is a interesting vibe and who better to do it then T.I 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽😁
Rakim.
Being able to refresh and revitalize artists that deserve recognition is what NPR does best. Growing up T.I. and being able to hear it in this new context is incredibly interesting and satisfying.
Luv it and the facts T.I. has young adults playing his song...great greatness....
0:02 Rubberband Man
3:12 What You Know
6:20 Live Your Life
TIP skipping them cuss words lol 👏🏾👏🏾
He's a good storyteller... Not to mention intelligent.. LOVE this different take on his music..💗
I love this...he like "aww the kids are here"...lol so mature
It's so important to support our youths and their programs! So much been cut from public schools budget, so props to Tip for including the youth and expanding their platforms and experiences!💯💪🏿
I love T.I. storytelling approach to Tiny Desk performances. Him giving an opportunity to youth musicians (Atlanta Music Project) is also intentionally significant. For these 2 things, it is in the top ten of Tiny Desk performances. And, of course, respect the A!!!
loved this. been a fan since '02! while his personal choices have irked me time and time again his talent is undeniable and attractive
T.I will forever hold a place in my heart and whenever I hear his old shit it just puts me right back into my younger days with friends who aren’t around anymore to share it with and brings me back to the simple times when being kid was just being a kid. Not a worry in the world then. Miss those days with my friends. Thanks for the memories T.I
Such a great performance!!!! TI has really good live band music!
Smiled at that kid band. Ya T.I. for the people :)
Ow! That's so tight. Just a artist doing his thang. Man NPR thanks for sharing.
I loved it!!!! T.I has def grown musically!!!
The band going in!!
✊respect for TI
They did awesome omgosh! My middle school band class could’ve never 😂🤣
I want all my concerts like this PeriodT!
Realize ti has music with a lot of cursing in it so he was trying to sensor it. If don’t listen to his music or haven’t in a while. It’s easy to forget that
T.I., Thanks for letting the shorty’s shine with you
Tiny Desk is showing out! Hell yes!!! Loved this.