I'm 19. Scraped by in high school and left community college after 2 semesters. I found my self staring at my camera gear in the bedroom closet while listening to this, I'm gonna go for it.
Yo, first off, what are you gonna film. Second, I gotta get this off my chest. lol. I was gonna leave this long ass comment in this video, then I decided to see when the newest comment was posted for this video. I'm looking at this, and it says 5 hours ago as of rn. And you kinda sum up the whole comment I was gonna leave, (mine was long and heart felt and lame) but my point is, I feel like I was supposed to see this fucken video, and I think you were too lol. I was you, when I was 19, execpt I had no camera gear and I was learning how to use editing software and making UA-cam Gaming videos. Now a days, I have a DSLR that I shoot BMX videos on with my Homies. And we are balls deep in talks of starting ours and my, first real full project. And I am helping launch a UA-cam Channel for my homies car shop at the same time, where we shoot a bunch of hilarious shop crap, like setting off an air bag with a death spike welded to it and it flying into windshield. Listen, my point here is that, This exact thing that Im doing or that someone you might look up to is doing might not be your exact path, but I can for sure, with out a doubt, with 100% certainty tell you this, if YOU choose, by your own free will as a human being, if you choose to follow your dream, and build on it slowly each day, by learning how to use that camera gear a little better, and how to use the software your gonna use just a little better, slowing over the span of the next few years, you will be, with out any doubt, position
This whole segment is something I needed to hear big time. I've been a drummer for 22 years, it's my absolute passion, but didn't do what Travis did. I went to school and still played a lot, but I got a job, then another, then another, then just didn't put the time in that it really takes. I'm 33 now but there's still a part of me EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. that's like, "Dude, you still have time! What are you waiting for?" Definitely needed to hear this. It doesn't matter when in your life, just do what you're passionate about until you're undeniable in ability and skill. Thank you guys, this just helped me a ton.
I am genuinely going through the same thing. 27 years of age this June, my passion is martial arts , has been since age 15, and I am homeless because of this pandemic shut schools down and with that, financial aid and followed shortly housing. And every single day im like what the fuck am I going to do?!? Im just letting this skill this gift along with unknown amounts of potential go to waste, honestly here recently I've been telling myself it's now or never. I need to join a gym and start competing in pro mma as soon as I am able to. It's now or never.
Love the segments of this interview. I’ve always liked Travis but never heard him in an interview. What an elegant, articulate, intelligent man. Loved hearing him speak.
Travis is one of the most genuine “famous” rock stars I have seen in interviews. He was on Drew Barrymore’s show last week and he spoke so highly of his ex, his current lady and calls his ex’s daughter from a previous relationship as his own. He is a kind hearted person and his children are his life.
I'm a 13 year old drummer who has been playing drums for a few years now, I've been thinking about playing drums as a living and this gave me the push to just do whatever I can do to be that. Thank you Travis. I know what I wanna do and I'm gonna make sure I get there
Honestly dude- keep at it, stay busy, keep learning new styles and genres, practice regardless of how good you get and keep playing regardless of what bands and musicians come and go. Be willing to play in like 5 bands at once and pull it all off, dont ever be cynical, be reliable and you'll make a career out of it in some capacity.
@@leftphilange69 oh yeah. more into them then ever lol. ive gotten so much better in the past year and listening to old recording makes me wonder how much im gonna grow on the kit in the next year
Yeah mine kicked me out, and I’m glad. I was a butthole. I’m only 21 but I didn’t want to be a mooch of someone who’s clearly got the best for me in mind. I need to figure things out. I couldn’t be a man doing what I was doing.
I did the same, dropped out of high school and worked a few years then I quit everything and focused on Jiu Jitsu. Everyone told me I was crazy and I was a dead beat for not having a proper job. I competed in local tournaments and internationally, eventually I started coaching full time and now I own my own school. Take what is yours people, think for yourselves and work hard for what you want in life
Ahh Chris's brother. I remember you from GB man, you visited Caringbah for a few Sunday free rolls back in the day. You boys run Alpha now out west hey? Good stuff...
It's not their fault, they have such a tight agenda themselves, all this basic knowledge to transfair into heads that are nothing but childhood dreams, it's a tough job that somehow needs to be done. those teachers don't want to risk your future, the are not risk people by nature, their job is to make sure.
My most cherished memories are the ones from being poor, living in a glorified shack with 9 family members, one bathroom, one bedroom. We hated it and we were at each other's throats at times, but now we've all climbed ourselves out of that hole and everybody is in a better situation now, thank God. I really do miss those days though. There will never be another time where I can get my entire family together for more than a few hours each these days, much less get the chance to spend years at a time together all under one roof, just making shit work because it has to.
I always remember my parents talk about when they were young, and starting out broke with me. Date night was taking their van to the laundry mat, getting a pizza and having a picnic in the van was their laundry washed, which they called "Awesome & so much fun." When my husband and I started out, very young with a child, I knew to take it in and enjoy it, even though some days we couldn't even afford lunch. We moved on, had a big family, bought a beautiful dream home, and he died at 45. Yes, the day we bought our big home was a happy memory, but those broke days were so happy, just love and hope and I love telling those memories to our children. I'd go back to that in a second.
When joe said he had dreams about high school I felt that. I always enjoyed school but when I got to college I got so stressed out that literally every dream was me not turning in an assignment or being late for a test. Sometimes they were for classes I’d never take/heard of. I swear man, the school system nowadays creates so much stress.
I stopped drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes and taking drugs almost 5 years ago and sometimes I have dreams about getting wasted and I wake up sweating because it feels so real.
My friend had a dream they took acid and were trippin balls which blows my mind because I have never even thought about doing drugs or drinking while dreaming
It’s funny how you can appear to be wasting life for years ... The long, lonely route. And people around you think there is something very wrong with you. But then something happens, a turning point, and you realise that somehow, impossibly you knew what you were doing all along.
Hang in there, a new leaf will turn over and You'll see clearly what You should be doing with Your time and energy- it's tough for most people transitioning from School to the Real World as an Adult but try to see things in glass half full kinda way until your cup runneth over
Since I was 3 I wanted to be a professional drummer and now I am, and my experience with school was the EXACT same. Literally didn't go to my graduation or anything. All through school I told my teachers that I wanted to drum and play music for a career and I actually got an amazing amount of encouragement from them. I don't know if I just got lucky with my teachers, but they really pushed me away from the 9-5 route when I told them what I wanted to do. I would definitely credit them with a lot of my success for the motivation they gave me.
I *hated* my high school experience so much I had to quit at 16 from being so bullied. Nice to hear someone else also hated theirs. The entire experience for me was so awful. Anyone else here get bullied?
The one thing I like about what he said was that he didn’t care about the fruits of his labor. Whether he was in a popular band or not, he didn’t care. Whether he ‘made it’ or not. He seems like a humble guy. Very Zen. I’m not sure if Joe gets this. Joe seems to focus on the fruit of success. But a question is, would he still have the same attitude 10 - 20 years later if he wasn’t in a popular band? It’s easy to have a plan like that in life in your youth. There’s a short time horizon in youth. Wake up and see what life offers lol. That’s why young men make good soldiers.
This is inspiring. I'm almost 34 and still trying to figure it out. I have passions and I'm moving forward with them after putting them off for years, but often get caught up with how I haven't gotten where I want at the age I'm at. I'm happy to still be figuring it out. I know many people that have already resorted to falling back on plan B's since the pandemic happened and I was still working on Plan A and not even bothering with a backup plan.
I also love hearing about these hard fought, grimy stories about all kinds of different people! Then they/we finally end up making it man, they are the best!
I know a guy who used to love mixing sound for bands at shows that had the no net attitude. He has been on tour for at least 15 years. I am happy for him. Good dude.
This makes me feel better. I have dreams at least three times a week that I've relapsed and it's the worst feeling. Now knowing it's common among those who've gotten better is reassuring.
I'm an actor and hearing Joe and Travis talk about giving it your all no matter what is exactly what I need. It's easy to get down on yourself but as long as you're giving it your best you can get somewhere and be happy.
As a HS music teacher it really annoys me that someone told him bring a drumemer isn’t really an option... it is definitely an option. He didn’t say he wanted to be famous- he said he wanted to be a drummer. Music is everywhere and if you apply yourself in music you can make me a job out of it.
Super true. Being a good drummer or good bass player means you will always be able to find work doing weddings and cover gigs. There are a million good guitarists but truly great drummers are in demand lol.
After being in college for 9 years, every day is a constant worry about paying for school. I'll be on my hands and feet, but I'll cross that finish line.
Wow, hearing Joe talk about his college dream just made me remember that I have a similar reoccurring dream. I kept missing a class that was going to prevent me from graduating.
I just gave my two week notice at my line cook job. I told I’ll work in summer when I do have school. I was supposed go in today but called out and spent all day applying for internship etc. I feel like when I first started chasing my dreams I just keep going even when I didn’t know what I was doing. These last few years feel like I know what this was all for now. Travis is so inspiring and a fucking killer drummer. He don’t even need a band !,,💚💚💚
I’m one of those kids you mentioned Joe, and you’re absolutely right. I don’t want to go through my life thinking about what could of been. I’m going to find out for myself what life holds for me by pursuing my dream of being a drummer. Thank you both🤘🏻
Im coming up on my 30's, and I still have dreams about high school. It always ends up me coming to the realization that I've already done this, I graduated a decade ago. Then I wake up.
23 and making the best art of my life but stuck in a terrible creative block while dealing with the stress of my mom's brain cancer diagnosis and having just left a toxic relationship, very much needed this reminder to keep going.
I have the same reoccurring dream about high school! I actually used to love school growing up and busted my butt to do really well in sports and academics, but my senior year I decided to not do anything because I got completed burnt out on school, and my home life was chaos. Every month or so I’ll wake up with this unsettling feeling that I didn’t graduate my senior year (even though I did), and I have to go back to high school and take classes that I missed. I definitely know that dream comes from my less than eventful final year of high school… it always nags at me.
Fuck yeah! Drumming for 18 years and just played my first gig last night. Good reception from everyone and seeing them dig the songs is such a great fucking feeling.
C4star i had a lot of dreams about going back to middle school but that was because i missed it, i had just become a freshman in high school and i didn’t really like it there.
The odds of succeeding in music these days are staggering. Travis is an immensely talented drummer but he still could have failed. A lot of luck involved.
Yes but I suppose it depends on what your idea of success is. Some are still successful playing at small venues and what not. That’s what they want. And that’s okay. If you associate success with the amount of fame Travis has that’s something else.
@@aliensinthecabinet9111 thats how i feel. even if my band gets paid 100 dollars each id still feel happy doing something i love having a good time and getting paid for it as well as getting exposure
Maybe, maybe not. He probably had more than one buddy with a couch. Or a girlfriend, grandma, aunt, or one more creative gear to kick in to find a way without committing to a full time job.
Not gonna lie, this video is really inspiring me to become a famous drummer. Travis is my favorite drummer of all time and knowing that he was almost never famous really inspires me to keep going no matter what
I hope the long form of this convo went on to say “and don’t get married in your 20’s or knock someone up”. That’s when you take the Target job even if you managed to avoid it before
I'm 35 and feel like this comedy acting is an uphill struggle to get noticed, Travis has given me the motivation to carry on striving to make it.....It's all about the passion, thank you Travis
Man I totally agree with that part Joe said. When I was 15 in trouble, a judge asked what's ur dream job, I said like fantasy job? Or , he said yes. I said I'd like to be a professional skateboarder, he said that's not gonna happen, not an option....I quit skateboarding soon after not realizing he might've caused it. Here I am at 26 and I can still hop on a board and tre flip, back side flip, full cab, about first try every time. I'm going to get back into it, I never realized that judge probably made me quit
I dreamed of being a rockstar but I was good at school so I went with my plan B. I became a physics teacher (teach at Greenday's old high school) I still have dreams of being a rockstar.
When you struggle is when the passion for do something you like and go for it no matter what is what make you go bigger and bigger you have so much confidence, that sometimes you don't even notice your success makes you to be the rock star in his case that he is today date, I love Travis interviews he is so down to the earth person he is simple in a good way and he take to to the places he was and tells the true about it that makes him a unique human been, I love Travis a lot just for been himself and because he is one of the best drummers of our times #GOAT❤
Man I’m In college, to be a teacher (love history, and want to help kids), but I’ve had second thoughts. When I’m done school I feel like I’m locked in and done. I come home and make music everyday. Playing guitar, drums, bass, writing and trying. I love it. I was talking about this yesterday, I want to play guitar, and why can’t that be my first option. That’s what I really want to do. This video helped a lot. Now I’m paying for school so I’m gonna keep pushing and finish that, but I won’t stop grinding to get what I really want. You’re fucking dope Travis
Thank you for this !!! I’m a “ loser” by society’s definition joe you know that nightmare about not graduating that was my reality I dropped out I couldn’t handle it anymore and I can relate to that gut turning anxiety I’m 25 now on own a small clothing business and I’m happy I’m broke but I’m happy I have enough to eat to pay my bills and that’s all that matters I know it won’t be easy but ima give it my 110% with no plan b 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
I dreamt of being the next Michael Jordan, but I never practiced basketball much...I’m 5’ 7” and white with poor ball skills. Now, I watch basketball on tv at the bar. But...there’s a part me that thinks...damn...I had a cool dream.
Hey Jack, so I’ve been pretty much the in the same boat as you failing a bunch and always having a plan B. Until, I finally realized plan B is actually hurting me, it’s an excuse to fail and be ok with myself. So instead of focusing all my energy on plan A, it was split because I had a built in safety net. Anyway, now when I come up with an idea or plan , I’m fucken 100% in that bitch win or lose, it has help me a ton. Don’t give up brotha. Stay driven.
Travis Barker is such a chill guy he's awesome.
Not giving this comment a thumbs up because it has 182 👍 ha
He truly is ✌🏻
Yes he is👌
He really is he is like this in person very relaxed and genuine. Never acted like a rockstar to me always humble.
@@singlevideoofafoot5123 he plays drums. Like really well. I read that on your blog.
Struggling while living your dreams is way different then struggling while in the rat race
Words of truth
I dream of the rat race.
If your gonna struggle either way then fuck it. Might aswell struggle striving for a dream.
I just wish I had a dream.
Truth
I'm 19. Scraped by in high school and left community college after 2 semesters. I found my self staring at my camera gear in the bedroom closet while listening to this, I'm gonna go for it.
Yo, first off, what are you gonna film. Second, I gotta get this off my chest. lol. I was gonna leave this long ass comment in this video, then I decided to see when the newest comment was posted for this video. I'm looking at this, and it says 5 hours ago as of rn. And you kinda sum up the whole comment I was gonna leave, (mine was long and heart felt and lame) but my point is, I feel like I was supposed to see this fucken video, and I think you were too lol. I was you, when I was 19, execpt I had no camera gear and I was learning how to use editing software and making UA-cam Gaming videos. Now a days, I have a DSLR that I shoot BMX videos on with my Homies. And we are balls deep in talks of starting ours and my, first real full project. And I am helping launch a UA-cam Channel for my homies car shop at the same time, where we shoot a bunch of hilarious shop crap, like setting off an air bag with a death spike welded to it and it flying into windshield. Listen, my point here is that, This exact thing that Im doing or that someone you might look up to is doing might not be your exact path, but I can for sure,
with out a doubt,
with 100% certainty tell you this,
if YOU choose,
by your own free will as a human being,
if you choose to follow your dream,
and build on it slowly each day, by learning how to use that camera gear a little better, and how to use the software your gonna use just a little better, slowing over the span of the next few years,
you will be,
with out any doubt,
position
Chase it. Grind. Just Grind.
Thing is... you’d better not stop. You see ur dreams, get after that shit. You may never have another chance again.
Get it done homie
Where you gonna list it?
Mindset is key. “Rich or poor I’m doing this”
Damn straight, and don't speak of them around negative people. at all. Just get on it...FIND THE REAL.(ALTER BRIDGE SONG)
Telling Travis Barker being a drummer wasn’t an option major lols
Yea bro I’ll give you a shout out on my 0 subs GL
Telling two lottery winners they would never be rich, LOLzorZ..
Imagine being that dude now
1% of musicians become famous
“ Be passionate about what your passionate about” wise words from a legend
Who's the legend ?
Can y’all imagine the amount of crazy talented people who just never became what they should’ve.
Travis Barker wearing an Ice Cube shirt with a Slayer beanie lol dope
Kinda summarizes his career, since he does rap and rock
"If I have a plan B I'm not gonna try that hard" 👌👌👌👌
Travis seems like such a deep, chill, humble dude. Really enjoy these clips with him.
This whole segment is something I needed to hear big time. I've been a drummer for 22 years, it's my absolute passion, but didn't do what Travis did. I went to school and still played a lot, but I got a job, then another, then another, then just didn't put the time in that it really takes. I'm 33 now but there's still a part of me EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. that's like, "Dude, you still have time! What are you waiting for?" Definitely needed to hear this. It doesn't matter when in your life, just do what you're passionate about until you're undeniable in ability and skill. Thank you guys, this just helped me a ton.
I am genuinely going through the same thing. 27 years of age this June, my passion is martial arts , has been since age 15, and I am homeless because of this pandemic shut schools down and with that, financial aid and followed shortly housing. And every single day im like what the fuck am I going to do?!? Im just letting this skill this gift along with unknown amounts of potential go to waste, honestly here recently I've been telling myself it's now or never. I need to join a gym and start competing in pro mma as soon as I am able to. It's now or never.
You still can.
I'm needing a drummer for a project, get in touch and I'll send a video of me playing. Also 35 years old here XD
💯
Amen brother let's do this!!!
#drummersunite
“No matter if I’m rich or poor... this is what I’m doing”
Travis seems to be such an easy going and down to earth dude. Definitely loved to hear his life story.
It’s a fake story
Love the segments of this interview. I’ve always liked Travis but never heard him in an interview. What an elegant, articulate, intelligent man. Loved hearing him speak.
I agree this about Travis what an inspiration
Travis is one of the most genuine “famous” rock stars I have seen in interviews. He was on Drew Barrymore’s show last week and he spoke so highly of his ex, his current lady and calls his ex’s daughter from a previous relationship as his own. He is a kind hearted person and his children are his life.
He’s a good dude.
Yeah, I love that he’s a great father ❤️
Great spirit & soul
He also started an independent record label in order to give up-and-coming artists a chance at success.
He seems to be a really good person.
I'm a 13 year old drummer who has been playing drums for a few years now, I've been thinking about playing drums as a living and this gave me the push to just do whatever I can do to be that. Thank you Travis.
I know what I wanna do and I'm gonna make sure I get there
Honestly dude- keep at it, stay busy, keep learning new styles and genres, practice regardless of how good you get and keep playing regardless of what bands and musicians come and go. Be willing to play in like 5 bands at once and pull it all off, dont ever be cynical, be reliable and you'll make a career out of it in some capacity.
How’s it going? Still into the drums ??
@@leftphilange69 oh yeah. more into them then ever lol. ive gotten so much better in the past year and listening to old recording makes me wonder how much im gonna grow on the kit in the next year
Proud of u bro keep going
@@pogchamp1423 keep going man
Props to dads everywhere. "You gotta pay rent." DISCIPLINE.
i rack a dissaprine
Parents were always cool with me not paying bills. But I decided to help. I pay pills and rent. It’s preparation for the real world.
thats so fucking important, damn
Yeah mine kicked me out, and I’m glad. I was a butthole. I’m only 21 but I didn’t want to be a mooch of someone who’s clearly got the best for me in mind. I need to figure things out. I couldn’t be a man doing what I was doing.
I think it's too harsh. He almost gave up his calling if not for his friend. His dad just wanted to save $, nthg more nthg less.
I did the same, dropped out of high school and worked a few years then I quit everything and focused on Jiu Jitsu. Everyone told me I was crazy and I was a dead beat for not having a proper job. I competed in local tournaments and internationally, eventually I started coaching full time and now I own my own school.
Take what is yours people, think for yourselves and work hard for what you want in life
Thanks for sharing brother good to hear your story motivated me a lot! 🙏🏽
Ahh Chris's brother. I remember you from GB man, you visited Caringbah for a few Sunday free rolls back in the day. You boys run Alpha now out west hey? Good stuff...
@beau.s8031 yes brother, that’s me! Yes we are Alpha JJ out west now, hope you’ve been well mate 🙏🏼
The "not-having-enough-credits-to-graduate" dream is pretty common. I have that dream all the time.
Stay strong man!
I'm living that dream one nightmare at a time right now.
Broooooo I swear, I graduated 4 years ago and I had this same dream like 2 weeks ago lmao. Gets me every time! 😂
is it really? fuck, everytime i have that dream i wake in a foul mood
I always have dreams about high school. Not graduating. Forgetting we had homework. Not being able to find my classes on first day.
It's sad that educators are regularly invalidating our children's dreams
In a way, it’s a good thing. It’s knowing that everyone is doubting you what drives you to achieve your goals most of the time.
It's not their fault, they have such a tight agenda themselves, all this basic knowledge to transfair into heads that are nothing but childhood dreams, it's a tough job that somehow needs to be done. those teachers don't want to risk your future, the are not risk people by nature, their job is to make sure.
My HS counselor looked at me strange when I wasn't interested in college.
If you can’t do, teach
It starts at home
My most cherished memories are the ones from being poor, living in a glorified shack with 9 family members, one bathroom, one bedroom. We hated it and we were at each other's throats at times, but now we've all climbed ourselves out of that hole and everybody is in a better situation now, thank God. I really do miss those days though. There will never be another time where I can get my entire family together for more than a few hours each these days, much less get the chance to spend years at a time together all under one roof, just making shit work because it has to.
I come from a similar situation. Know exactly what you mean.
I always remember my parents talk about when they were young, and starting out broke with me. Date night was taking their van to the laundry mat, getting a pizza and having a picnic in the van was their laundry washed, which they called "Awesome & so much fun." When my husband and I started out, very young with a child, I knew to take it in and enjoy it, even though some days we couldn't even afford lunch. We moved on, had a big family, bought a beautiful dream home, and he died at 45. Yes, the day we bought our big home was a happy memory, but those broke days were so happy, just love and hope and I love telling those memories to our children. I'd go back to that in a second.
I come from very similar situation I definitely don't have the fond memories though 😅
When rogan gets into modes like this with his guest has saved my life many times over
When joe said he had dreams about high school I felt that. I always enjoyed school but when I got to college I got so stressed out that literally every dream was me not turning in an assignment or being late for a test. Sometimes they were for classes I’d never take/heard of. I swear man, the school system nowadays creates so much stress.
I stopped drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes and taking drugs almost 5 years ago and sometimes I have dreams about getting wasted and I wake up sweating because it feels so real.
My friend had a dream they took acid and were trippin balls which blows my mind because I have never even thought about doing drugs or drinking while dreaming
Me too bro. Well done on getting your life together mate
I have dreams of trying to setup my rig and I just can't do it. Spilling or hiding it from prying eyes. It's really vivid and fucked up.
This inspired me like crazy. It honestly helped me keep pushing forward and believeing. Thanks Travis and Joe....
Travis seems like such a down to earth guy, great to see.
today's definition of "making it" is a lot different then when Travis made it. Times have changed.A lot.
I have dreams that I'm a loser then I wake up and I'm still a loser.
stop sleeping then?
You edited this comment lol...loser
Especially with that ugly green bay logo
@@nejronzeko lol good one brother!
@robert beyea thank you
It’s funny how you can appear to be wasting life for years ... The long, lonely route. And people around you think there is something very wrong with you. But then something happens, a turning point, and you realise that somehow, impossibly you knew what you were doing all along.
the stage of life im living in right now.
I have this issue. I'm going on 32 with major anxiety and depression, and still not even sure what I want to do in life.
Hang in there, a new leaf will turn over and You'll see clearly what You should be doing with Your time and energy- it's tough for most people transitioning from School to the Real World as an Adult but try to see things in glass half full kinda way until your cup runneth over
mmmm feel the pain, use it
@@lukehall4479 You seem like a failure who needs to find people to blame.
Am979100 are you white?
Yeah inner city communities are really having a good time with there death filled committees right lol ?
This is why Joe is amazing. The conversations. I knew nothing about Travis. Now hearing his story gives me so much respect for him.
All the small things about this interview was great
eh. That was weak. keep trying tho homie.
@@JonnyUnderrated well it's nice to see Travis on his First Date with joe
Patrick Star cringe
Dammit
@@brandycrain5046 Dammit I was about to say the same thing.
Holy shit, this found me at the right time. Real estate development, versus international DJ
Good luck with the real estate work - follow your dreams my man. I also love real estate
Real estate bro you’ll make so much money
I think the whole international dj making money hand over fist is on its way out but that's just me
Since I was 3 I wanted to be a professional drummer and now I am, and my experience with school was the EXACT same. Literally didn't go to my graduation or anything. All through school I told my teachers that I wanted to drum and play music for a career and I actually got an amazing amount of encouragement from them. I don't know if I just got lucky with my teachers, but they really pushed me away from the 9-5 route when I told them what I wanted to do. I would definitely credit them with a lot of my success for the motivation they gave me.
Same with mine man, things will fall into place!
I *hated* my high school experience so much I had to quit at 16 from being so bullied. Nice to hear someone else also hated theirs. The entire experience for me was so awful. Anyone else here get bullied?
This is my favorite joe rogan clip, really inspirational. Travis Barker is such a cool guy. I imagine it would be very chill to hang out with him.
The one thing I like about what he said was that he didn’t care about the fruits of his labor. Whether he was in a popular band or not, he didn’t care. Whether he ‘made it’ or not. He seems like a humble guy. Very Zen. I’m not sure if Joe gets this. Joe seems to focus on the fruit of success.
But a question is, would he still have the same attitude 10 - 20 years later if he wasn’t in a popular band? It’s easy to have a plan like that in life in your youth. There’s a short time horizon in youth. Wake up and see what life offers lol. That’s why young men make good soldiers.
J Carroll explain those last 3 sentences 🤔 interesting
He would have worked a 60 hour job like his dad..
yeah he’d already succeeded by living a lifestyle he enjoyed 😬 the money and fame were a nice bonus
@@mtabby8791 which is respectable. But sad at the same time.
This is inspiring. I'm almost 34 and still trying to figure it out. I have passions and I'm moving forward with them after putting them off for years, but often get caught up with how I haven't gotten where I want at the age I'm at.
I'm happy to still be figuring it out. I know many people that have already resorted to falling back on plan B's since the pandemic happened and I was still working on Plan A and not even bothering with a backup plan.
I also love hearing about these hard fought, grimy stories about all kinds of different people! Then they/we finally end up making it man, they are the best!
I know a guy who used to love mixing sound for bands at shows that had the no net attitude. He has been on tour for at least 15 years. I am happy for him. Good dude.
PTSD dreams are the best and most vivid. High school dreams, military repetitive training excersises and camps dreams etc...
Everybody watching this KEEP GOING 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
This makes me feel better. I have dreams at least three times a week that I've relapsed and it's the worst feeling. Now knowing it's common among those who've gotten better is reassuring.
I'm an actor and hearing Joe and Travis talk about giving it your all no matter what is exactly what I need. It's easy to get down on yourself but as long as you're giving it your best you can get somewhere and be happy.
Very inspiring! I love these kinds of stories. Both of you inspire so many people, thank you 😊
As a HS music teacher it really annoys me that someone told him bring a drumemer isn’t really an option... it is definitely an option. He didn’t say he wanted to be famous- he said he wanted to be a drummer. Music is everywhere and if you apply yourself in music you can make me a job out of it.
Elvis look it up he fail music
Super true. Being a good drummer or good bass player means you will always be able to find work doing weddings and cover gigs. There are a million good guitarists but truly great drummers are in demand lol.
@@scotthartman8403 😂 come on. I think you are really missing my point
True, if you can read music you can get some nice and consistent wedding/party gigs
After being in college for 9 years, every day is a constant worry about paying for school. I'll be on my hands and feet, but I'll cross that finish line.
Wow, hearing Joe talk about his college dream just made me remember that I have a similar reoccurring dream. I kept missing a class that was going to prevent me from graduating.
Hey guy from 9 months ago.. Same exact thing here dude it's such a mindfuck!!
I needed to see this today :) thanks for sharing travis and joe. 😘😘 long time love for both of you and I hope y’all are well in 2019 and beyond😘
5:07 Kudos to his Dad! That is the best idea a Father can give to their child
I just gave my two week notice at my line cook job. I told I’ll work in summer when I do have school. I was supposed go in today but called out and spent all day applying for internship etc. I feel like when I first started chasing my dreams I just keep going even when I didn’t know what I was doing. These last few years feel like I know what this was all for now. Travis is so inspiring and a fucking killer drummer. He don’t even need a band !,,💚💚💚
I’m one of those kids you mentioned Joe, and you’re absolutely right. I don’t want to go through my life thinking about what could of been. I’m going to find out for myself what life holds for me by pursuing my dream of being a drummer. Thank you both🤘🏻
This was one of the best guests Joe has had on
Im coming up on my 30's, and I still have dreams about high school. It always ends up me coming to the realization that I've already done this, I graduated a decade ago. Then I wake up.
23 and making the best art of my life but stuck in a terrible creative block while dealing with the stress of my mom's brain cancer diagnosis and having just left a toxic relationship, very much needed this reminder to keep going.
I have the same reoccurring dream about high school! I actually used to love school growing up and busted my butt to do really well in sports and academics, but my senior year I decided to not do anything because I got completed burnt out on school, and my home life was chaos. Every month or so I’ll wake up with this unsettling feeling that I didn’t graduate my senior year (even though I did), and I have to go back to high school and take classes that I missed. I definitely know that dream comes from my less than eventful final year of high school… it always nags at me.
I quit smoking cigarettes 2 months ago and I have vivid dreams of smoking
Charles T hey my friend I would appreciate if you could swing by my channel and subscribe i would really appreciate it
Probably because you only quit smoking 2 months ago..
Strap yourself in bud. Its a wold ride. Quit cold turkey in September 2017.
@@topmusicrecords4555 fuck off
Cold turkey in the county sucks. Fever dreams in hell.
"Think of all the rockstars you are making right now just by saying this" is probably one of the most profound things JR has said in a while
I'm gonna make sure I'm one of the rockstar's he's making
poggers
Fuck yeah! Drumming for 18 years and just played my first gig last night. Good reception from everyone and seeing them dig the songs is such a great fucking feeling.
“ if you have a plan b then you won’t try hard enough “ I needed to hear that . Nice one Trav 🤟🏼
i have nightmares of college thinking i missed exams or forgot to go to class
I never knew anyone else had that same exact high school dream
You mean failing or playing drums?
C4star i had a lot of dreams about going back to middle school but that was because i missed it, i had just become a freshman in high school and i didn’t really like it there.
been out of school for 13 years now, still have those dreams Joe described
Travis Barker’s come up story is fucking rad! Chilling in Laguna Beach with your homies, making music, and building a legacy. So cool.
The odds of succeeding in music these days are staggering. Travis is an immensely talented drummer but he still could have failed. A lot of luck involved.
Yes but I suppose it depends on what your idea of success is. Some are still successful playing at small venues and what not. That’s what they want. And that’s okay. If you associate success with the amount of fame Travis has that’s something else.
@@aliensinthecabinet9111 thats how i feel. even if my band gets paid 100 dollars each id still feel happy doing something i love having a good time and getting paid for it as well as getting exposure
Had the same dream about not graduating scared the shit out of me
Thanks Travis
also Joe for having him on
This warmed my heart, as a drummer that's living his plan B life I'm truly dying inside... I need to play again 😭...
If his buddy didn't let him move in right then and there is was game over - hope he thanks that guy, repeatedly.
Maybe, maybe not. He probably had more than one buddy with a couch. Or a girlfriend, grandma, aunt, or one more creative gear to kick in to find a way without committing to a full time job.
If they coddled him he wouldn't be what he is...
Not gonna lie, this video is really inspiring me to become a famous drummer. Travis is my favorite drummer of all time and knowing that he was almost never famous really inspires me to keep going no matter what
This really hit me rn. Thank you Rogan and Travis
I hope the long form of this convo went on to say “and don’t get married in your 20’s or knock someone up”. That’s when you take the Target job even if you managed to avoid it before
Wow, I didn’t go to my high school or college graduation either. I thought I was the only one.
One of my fav Drummer.
I literally had that same high school dream more than once. Glad I am not the only one that hated high school that much.
As an IE native i cant believe Joe Rogan knows that Fontana’s nickname is Fontucky
Straight up lol. Fontucky.
C'mon bro. The 951 is way more famous then you think.
Exit cherry ave for fontucky
same lmao that shit cracked me up
Internet explorer?
Super inspiring
I'm 35 and feel like this comedy acting is an uphill struggle to get noticed, Travis has given me the motivation to carry on striving to make it.....It's all about the passion, thank you Travis
One of the best clips I've seen. Love the spirit behind it. :) Made me feel good. Thanks guys.
Man I totally agree with that part Joe said. When I was 15 in trouble, a judge asked what's ur dream job, I said like fantasy job? Or , he said yes. I said I'd like to be a professional skateboarder, he said that's not gonna happen, not an option....I quit skateboarding soon after not realizing he might've caused it. Here I am at 26 and I can still hop on a board and tre flip, back side flip, full cab, about first try every time. I'm going to get back into it, I never realized that judge probably made me quit
I’m happy for kourtney,she found a good man.
When your struggling, it shows ur true character
then im a pierce of shit
You can learn a lot when struggling.
Pursuing your dreams is the best thing you can do for yourself and others.
I dreamed of being a rockstar but I was good at school so I went with my plan B. I became a physics teacher (teach at Greenday's old high school) I still have dreams of being a rockstar.
When you struggle is when the passion for do something you like and go for it no matter what is what make you go bigger and bigger you have so much confidence, that sometimes you don't even notice your success makes you to be the rock star in his case that he is today date, I love Travis interviews he is so down to the earth person he is simple in a good way and he take to to the places he was and tells the true about it that makes him a unique human been, I love Travis a lot just for been himself and because he is one of the best drummers of our times #GOAT❤
Man I’m In college, to be a teacher (love history, and want to help kids), but I’ve had second thoughts. When I’m done school I feel like I’m locked in and done. I come home and make music everyday. Playing guitar, drums, bass, writing and trying. I love it. I was talking about this yesterday, I want to play guitar, and why can’t that be my first option. That’s what I really want to do. This video helped a lot. Now I’m paying for school so I’m gonna keep pushing and finish that, but I won’t stop grinding to get what I really want. You’re fucking dope Travis
Watched "Rudy" last night, then listened to this.
He's my absolute favorite drummer
Both these gentlemen are such cool guys... My upmost respect...
Watching this now is very soothing.
His voice is very soothing. I LOVE sober people!!
Thank you for this !!! I’m a “ loser” by society’s definition joe you know that nightmare about not graduating that was my reality I dropped out I couldn’t handle it anymore and I can relate to that gut turning anxiety I’m 25 now on own a small clothing business and I’m happy I’m broke but I’m happy I have enough to eat to pay my bills and that’s all that matters I know it won’t be easy but ima give it my 110% with no plan b 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Godspeed muchacha!
You are not a Loser!!
u the fuckin man@@randycantu1
One of my favorite guests on the podcast
I’m so jealous of these guys. Joe is just so open, and Barker is the man.
Travis Barker on the podcast?!
*CLICKS INSTANTANEOUSLY*
I dreamt of being the next Michael Jordan, but I never practiced basketball much...I’m 5’ 7” and white with poor ball skills. Now, I watch basketball on tv at the bar. But...there’s a part me that thinks...damn...I had a cool dream.
Dick Nixon Damn I'm sorry bro, didn't knew you were white.
@@somerandomcostarricandude7081 being white is the best thing going for him
HBC423 true, white privilege.
@@somerandomcostarricandude7081 white privilege doesn't exist.. it is great to be white though
HBC423 yeah sure, sure.
Travis is so raw and real. love it.
Can’t thank you guys enough for this podcast. Don’t know what the hell imma do after hs but ty for the advice.
As someone who has failed at pretty much everything they've ever done. Having a plan B isn't such a bad idea.
Jack Daniel hell yes I agree 100% same here I been told I could fuck Up a wet dream multiple times in my life.. and im pretty sure I have!
Hey Jack, so I’ve been pretty much the in the same boat as you failing a bunch and always having a plan B. Until, I finally realized plan B is actually hurting me, it’s an excuse to fail and be ok with myself. So instead of focusing all my energy on plan A, it was split because I had a built in safety net. Anyway, now when I come up with an idea or plan , I’m fucken 100% in that bitch win or lose, it has help me a ton. Don’t give up brotha. Stay driven.
Maybe you wouldn’t fail if you weren’t already planning on quitting and counting on a Plan B to catch you
Im sure the drinking didnt help
Keep your head up don’t stop 2 feet away from achieving your goals