Pharrell Williams & Steve Stoute on Thriving in The Music Business and Black Ambition

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  • @kevinmiller2210
    @kevinmiller2210 3 роки тому +204

    This conversation made me think of my family and generational dysfunction. I just graduated with a Masters degree in Software Engineering. I included them in a group chat thanking them for support and love after my graduation. They said im being snobby and rubbing it in their face. Yet my cousin gets out of jail and they started a group chat congratulating him. Im absolutely dumbfounded by this not hating on my cousin im glad he’s home but it really makes me want to distance myself.

    • @Topshelfmichael
      @Topshelfmichael 3 роки тому +22

      Damn I can’t even imagine having my only support system being so insecure they can’t congratulate me. I’m sorry you gottta deal with that. If you have the energy and love to do so, you gotta be straight forward and let them know they’re insecure about your success in some way or another, no matter how difficult the convo is.

    • @rtoomer92
      @rtoomer92 3 роки тому +48

      No don’t tell them they’re insecure that’s not emotionally intelligent. The fact is you have to be STOIC. Be the rock your family truly needs you to be. There’s no love lost only more understanding of the situation. These things you can’t take personal because this situation is just as new for them as it is for you. Be understanding, patient, and rational. Remain humble and don’t fall for the trap of telling a person about themself unless they are wise enough in your character judgement to make those necessary acknowledgments and changes. A little long winded but necessary hope it helps.

    • @thephysixxs
      @thephysixxs 3 роки тому +10

      Obviously they are struggling with chronic stagnation and some stunted character development 😬. Not everyone can make it as far as U have thru a super complex labyrinth of internal and external hurdles amongst constant political, social, economic, spiritual and possibly health related challenges. U must forge ahead toward greater expansion and offer support and solidarity, but with skillful boundaries and buffer zones - they can take U down with both conscious and unconsciously destructive patterns. But always remember - THEY ARE YOU!!! 🤔👌🏽💜🌎💯🦉 So its always a humbling and somewhat perplexing state of affairs. THEY are how YOU came forth into Being Human 👍🏾🤓

    • @zannythatguy
      @zannythatguy 3 роки тому +3

      @@rtoomer92 this is the best answer.

    • @kendohq
      @kendohq 3 роки тому +2

      God bless you

  • @AshleeElease
    @AshleeElease 3 роки тому +77

    I love how Pharrell breaks down the spirituality and divinity of music, the source of it and being true to your creations through sonic connection.

    • @silambarasan__rajendran
      @silambarasan__rajendran 3 роки тому +3

      You can feel the real spirituality in r.kelly music.

    • @AshleeElease
      @AshleeElease 3 роки тому +2

      @@silambarasan__rajendran lmaooo yo

    • @williamsTia
      @williamsTia Рік тому

      why is pharell talking black ambition when he dose not look blackkkk

  • @JustIn-case
    @JustIn-case 3 роки тому +28

    tHE WAY Steve Stoute receives Pharrell's analogies undervalues how amazing they are

  • @PhntmStudios
    @PhntmStudios 3 роки тому +82

    Pharrell's analogies for life are second to none. That Library gem was 🔥

    • @jermainemcphatter4106
      @jermainemcphatter4106 3 роки тому +1

      Yes it was, 💯💯💪🏾

    • @willforeverpubg4235
      @willforeverpubg4235 3 роки тому +1

      Especially his production catalogue is insanely brilliant. I respect what Pharrell has brought to the music business for 20 years.

    • @rebels-andymrtn4399
      @rebels-andymrtn4399 3 роки тому +1

      Totally agree! From Scandinavian music artists! 🔥

  • @alexandervanlohen4229
    @alexandervanlohen4229 2 роки тому +16

    It calms me knowing such people exist out there. Bless you guys.

  • @Jut_tc
    @Jut_tc 3 роки тому +19

    Pharrell age like fine wine. Take care of yourself, you will look young.

  • @kdcentonadaily
    @kdcentonadaily 3 роки тому +65

    The kind of conversations im about.

    • @rebels-andymrtn4399
      @rebels-andymrtn4399 3 роки тому +1

      Totally agree! From Scandinavian music artists! 🔥

    • @beatsbythekilo
      @beatsbythekilo 3 роки тому

      Im going to be a part of a conversstion between them one day... waait til my role out and all these reference tracks a got!!! Imbout to show these online producers how to do the business n create!! @BeatssByThekilo

  • @ayomideajayi4469
    @ayomideajayi4469 6 місяців тому +1

    The way Pharrell sees the universe and art, no wonder he's still going strong at this age. An icon

  • @keyswithzai2123
    @keyswithzai2123 3 роки тому +51

    I like how they’re in pharrells hotel in Miami that’s a cute touch

    • @beatsbythekilo
      @beatsbythekilo 3 роки тому

      and the grammy in the backround was a cute touch to Pharrells Hotel in Miami

    • @northernking6610
      @northernking6610 3 роки тому +1

      Does he own it? Or is he the public face of the hotel?🤔

  • @amgii6836
    @amgii6836 3 роки тому +53

    Now we understand why Prince acted the way he acted! RIP Prince.

  • @darchitect1
    @darchitect1 3 роки тому +13

    Pharrell mentions the Akashic records and the Aquarius age! 🤯🙏🏽 Man I love this guy! We are blessed to witness this conversation. I know his 1st NFT will be nuts!

  • @evygil
    @evygil 3 роки тому +19

    I been putting my music out with United Masters for the last 3 years, and feel so grateful, and blessed to have my music distributed by them.Thank you Steve and Pharrell for this video. Keep shining the light ! My deepest love and respect .

  • @blueneuville
    @blueneuville 3 роки тому +47

    Honestly, this advice is priceless. I just got offered a record and publishing deal as described, and this conversation convinced me to follow my own path, believe in myself and don't be seduced by the money aspect of it. Thanks Pharrell and Steve! You guys are legends

    • @northside2southside12
      @northside2southside12 3 роки тому +3

      Hope you ain't played yourself cos of corp marketing Antics 🤷🏾‍♀️

    • @dizmop
      @dizmop 3 роки тому

      exactly though, this is general information for everyone, it's not racially specific, Black people ain't generally stupid or lazy, I feel these guys are condescending as if because I'm Black I don't realise my potential and I need a scheme to help me. I am a Black man, I am not a boy.
      No disrespect to you Blue Neuville

    • @C_CZ2
      @C_CZ2 3 роки тому +4

      @@dizmop the issue is that most black people do not have the resources and access to circles to realise their potential. I've been lucky to see the difference and I have access to people and information that is not available to most black people. It should not be the case but it is

    • @blueneuville
      @blueneuville 3 роки тому +8

      @@northside2southside12 I understand what you mean. I just think it's important to prove to myself that I can get my music out there, build a fanbase without being dependent on someone else. I experienced in the past that having a manager and so on gave me an excuse to put the blame on someone else if things didn't go as planned or as I imagined they would. In addition if you look at these deals they really do take most of the ownership of your creations until eternity. This is no joke, it really says 'eternity' in these contracts. What they basically do is give you money you can live of for a period of time and be comfortable but they take almost all your rights. If your music blows up you almost see no money and you're back where you started. As an argument they let you believe that there are these gate keepers at radio, tv and so on. And that without these mediums it is impossible to get your music out there ,which is bullshit. The first song I released got played over 2.5 million times on Spotify, entered the charts on French radio and gets more plays everyday. I think the smart thing to do is saving up your own money and betting on yourself. I truly believe that the music I made over the past years and that I am going to release is going to be appreciated by people no matter if I am signed with a label, publisher or not

    • @blueneuville
      @blueneuville 3 роки тому +5

      I think the biggest mistake I made was to think I needed a record deal. It only slowed me down. So to anyone who's reading this, focus on making something you're really proud of and get it out there. Seeing your music being listened to without any artificial things going on feels really good tbh

  • @ProdbyCeeSick
    @ProdbyCeeSick 3 роки тому +9

    This is what a multi million dollar interview looks like.....The sound Priceless

  • @MCCABEWORLD
    @MCCABEWORLD 3 роки тому +72

    Very good and important conversation! Growth talk

  • @u_mrmcmisdemeanor
    @u_mrmcmisdemeanor 3 роки тому +97

    I don't think you guys understand the impact this interview will have. Thank you so much.

  • @MD-xb1qw
    @MD-xb1qw 3 роки тому +8

    Stout is such an enterprising, smart man.

  • @LegibusSolutus
    @LegibusSolutus 3 роки тому +4

    “I can’t find my way to complain because I know how blessed I am”

  • @DoreVibe
    @DoreVibe 3 роки тому +7

    I LOVE that the conversation in the black community is more and more about ownership. That's really one of the absolute biggest keys to freedom. The other big one is supporting each other in that growth. The support could be encouragement, knowledge, (this is a prime example of it), and purchasing excellent products we produce. Thank you, gentlemen! Great conversation. It was a 43 min talk that seemed like 15 tops.

  • @cjhends2088
    @cjhends2088 3 роки тому +73

    Pharrell seems like the type of person you walk away from conversations with even more knowledgeable.

    • @beatsbythekilo
      @beatsbythekilo 3 роки тому +6

      i love leaving conversaions like that, but mine go on for hours and its usually bed time when the convvo is overr (or morning 😂)

    • @ShinyFlakesShinyFlakes
      @ShinyFlakesShinyFlakes 3 роки тому +1

      @@beatsbythekilo but who th are you

    • @JC_inc
      @JC_inc 3 роки тому

      @@ShinyFlakesShinyFlakes
      Does it really matter who he is? As long as he’s leaving people thinking positively.

    • @Blend-nc5iy
      @Blend-nc5iy 2 роки тому

      Ya don’t say???

    • @FearlesslyProsperous
      @FearlesslyProsperous 2 роки тому +1

      Knowledge**

  • @7C7D7
    @7C7D7 3 роки тому +18

    "Then I realized while I was riding for the last 50 miles that every time I looked at the person that was coming up behind me they would catch me. But when I looked at the person in front of me and stared at them I only caught them." - Steve Stoute, Founder/CEO at Translation + UnitedMasters
    Wisdom Gem right there.
    Full story Starts @ 29:20

  • @Foxarocious
    @Foxarocious 3 роки тому +7

    BRO.. 36:30 and the library analogy is BONKERS
    💯💯💯

  • @rebels-andymrtn4399
    @rebels-andymrtn4399 3 роки тому +12

    Pharrell getting younger day by day! Great interview and a lot of great points was made!

  • @cartelpretty
    @cartelpretty 4 місяці тому

    Thank you Pharrell Williams & Steve Stoute for sharing such valuable values to us, we deeply appreciate it.

  • @MooreVoicesMedia
    @MooreVoicesMedia 3 роки тому +2

    Nothing Pharrell said surprised me. The conversation simply confirmed how smart I knew he always was.

  • @DCODev
    @DCODev 3 роки тому +12

    If you have a Black child, it is your responsibility to ensure they hear this and then have a conversation about it. This is a survival guide as to what is REALLY going on!

    • @DCODev
      @DCODev 3 роки тому +1

      @Win From Within …nice try. 😜 …take several seats homeboy.

  • @moialbert4857
    @moialbert4857 3 роки тому +2

    This indeed is a matter of CONTEXT. I am an African and I cannot not wait to share what I gathered from this video. ✍🏾

  • @mynamebryan
    @mynamebryan 3 роки тому +6

    “Fulcrum” was well placed!

  • @Bytiffanyburgess
    @Bytiffanyburgess 9 місяців тому

    I pray I’m blessed enough to work with Pharrell one day man. He’s my favorite mentor that I haven’t met yet.

  • @mrkeitt
    @mrkeitt 3 роки тому +3

    This conversation resonates deep with me. I'm a construction worker who makes good money but I the vanilla ppl are a majority and they do all they can to make us feel like we don't belong. Meanwhile I have dreams and aspirations that I will admit I've lacked on chasing money and fortifying someone else's goals. I got revived by this video.

  • @EnzThaGreat
    @EnzThaGreat 3 роки тому +5

    This most def wasn’t long enough. Loved every bit of this

  • @lastofdecember4724
    @lastofdecember4724 3 роки тому +3

    Thanks for this guys. I'm a upcoming artist out of VA. (I actually went to the same highschool as Pharell!) I'm also a envoking entrepreneur/ business owner clothing line, and this is amazing. It's good to know that this is being discussed and we are branching out of our comfort zones and developing a voice for our black men and women. You guys are also a great motivation to keep me going through adversity and building from the ground up. We definitely need to procure healthy relationships with each other and the people in the right places so we can claim those things we deserve.

  • @dasthewitchboy
    @dasthewitchboy 3 роки тому +2

    Very educational. THE G.O.A.T AND THE G.O.A.T talking. Stay blessed

  • @theintelligentbarberpodcas4877
    @theintelligentbarberpodcas4877 7 місяців тому

    Powerhouse dynamic conversation love how candid he was about Gods impact on his blessings

  • @triberedeyetv5971
    @triberedeyetv5971 3 роки тому +1

    Im 100% on board with Pharrells initiative on social issues n perspective.

  • @roz.b.7512
    @roz.b.7512 2 роки тому

    This brother is very intellectual. His voice and work speaks for him not his money. Prisons and hip hop go hand in hand. When Pharrell speaks I will always listen, whether it's through his music or whatever.

  • @InesNezzy
    @InesNezzy 3 роки тому +6

    Let’s have human ambition where we can all come together 🙏🏼

  • @Cfeldersproduction007
    @Cfeldersproduction007 3 роки тому +2

    2021 is my year

  • @capitanothegreat3994
    @capitanothegreat3994 3 роки тому +1

    That is first class Philanthropy right there, im blow away, good job guys

  • @triberedeyetv5971
    @triberedeyetv5971 3 роки тому +1

    Paths will cross. Thank you for the gems. See yall soon 2021

  • @flodebi
    @flodebi 3 роки тому +12

    Love the message. We absolutely need more of this but why was Kanye being scrutinized for saying exactly the same things 10 years ago? Cmon man. Man needs his flowers.

    • @mr.caldwell7065
      @mr.caldwell7065 3 роки тому +1

      Kanye said slavery was a choice

    • @Santana_Art
      @Santana_Art 3 роки тому

      @@mr.caldwell7065 mental slavery. He was figuratively speaking

    • @pizzeo
      @pizzeo 3 роки тому +1

      @@Santana_Art no he wasnt. He was talking about the Transatlantic slave trade.

    • @CreamyFire
      @CreamyFire 3 роки тому

      @@pizzeo when u consider the fact that the only reason slavery actually ended was because of the slaves rebelling and Uniting against their captors and outsmarted them using guerilla warfare, forcing them to pass laws that banned that form of slavery

  • @prettyguh_mxni
    @prettyguh_mxni Рік тому +1

    I ain't gone lie pharrell sounded like mickey mouse after he was laughing * I'm cracking up*🤣🤣🤣

  • @seekingtruthonly.4299
    @seekingtruthonly.4299 3 роки тому +4

    Skateboard P needs to study Amos Wilson. He had the most refined version of the proper answers I've heard in modern times.

  • @s1n27
    @s1n27 3 роки тому +3

    WE NEED PART 2 AND IT NEEDS TO BE 2 HOURS AT LEAST.
    .
    THE WAY YOU POSED THE QUESTIONS BROUGHT OUY THE PERFECT RESPONSE SO PLEASE GET PART 2 ASAP AND MAKE IT LONGER PLEASE.?!!?!?!?!

  • @supervillainintl.6758
    @supervillainintl.6758 3 роки тому +3

    Gotta appreciate the fact this is free knowledge. 💪🏿

  • @DeEricSmith-sy3rx
    @DeEricSmith-sy3rx Рік тому

    Hello I'm De'Eric owner of De'Licious Groooves and soul station. I'm looking forward to more great content on what's happening for us and what we need! Let's start with De'Licious Groooves (Radio!) In saying "welcome to dg family we'll be right here for you play great quality music that the world loves!! Let's talk.

  • @vanevans9599
    @vanevans9599 Рік тому

    Deep & Forward Thinking. Peace!

  • @RespectTheConglomerate
    @RespectTheConglomerate 3 роки тому +2

    This was a great interview. I love hearing Steve talk.

  • @kakuyon
    @kakuyon Рік тому

    Thank y'all for sharing this 🐐🐐🐐

  • @k3ono345
    @k3ono345 3 роки тому +3

    Need more of this!

  • @dreadee5757
    @dreadee5757 2 роки тому +1

    I 💜 Pharrell’s art.

  • @ryanverses2477
    @ryanverses2477 3 роки тому +1

    Wonderful interview. Alot of knowledge gained. Williams is opening doors for so many to logically dial in and use their senses for the future. We need this

  • @Hazelwansolo
    @Hazelwansolo 3 роки тому +2

    Appreciate Pharrell’s Openness On The System In This. We Need 2 Hear This. 🙏🏽

  • @demodeiowa
    @demodeiowa 3 роки тому +2

    enjoyed this to the max. Gratitude!

  • @raylynchenterprisellc612
    @raylynchenterprisellc612 3 роки тому +5

    Thank you for this I needed all this game

  • @Valenciz
    @Valenciz 2 роки тому

    Probably one of the most influential people on this planet for me 🙏🏼 amazing interview 🔥

  • @Michvl_1
    @Michvl_1 3 роки тому +2

    Great conversation, Love the Richard Mille's on both of their wrists too, real boss tingz

  • @JSC178
    @JSC178 3 роки тому +1

    In 30 years, Pharrell could still play himself in a documentary based in the 90's/early 2000's.

  • @quintongrand
    @quintongrand 2 роки тому +1

    everything Ye just said on drink champs but a different tone. love this interview

  • @lancematthews195
    @lancematthews195 3 роки тому +1

    DOPE INTERVIEW GLAD TO BE A PART OF THIS SUCCESS FOR OVER 35 YEARS -5/18/21 - LANCE ROMANCE 😊🙏🏽

  • @T.T7934
    @T.T7934 3 роки тому +1

    Very insightful and helpful in today’s society. 👌🏾

  • @ramalbrown2572
    @ramalbrown2572 3 роки тому +2

    Y’all earned this subscription. Great interview

  • @kamarawilliams7528
    @kamarawilliams7528 3 роки тому +1

    Wow. What a conversation.

  • @kcherie3664
    @kcherie3664 3 роки тому +2

    SO GOOD 🙏🏾

  • @SS-sw8de
    @SS-sw8de 3 роки тому +1

    Major Salute for this🥂💪💯

  • @therealjakande
    @therealjakande Рік тому

    This interview was everything!

  • @kekeedordu8422
    @kekeedordu8422 3 роки тому +4

    STEVE STOUTE THE GUY BEHIND THE MULTMILLIONAIRES

  • @Mr.harden
    @Mr.harden 2 роки тому

    For real Williams, you look like Russell Simmons singer, talking to us in the camera that’s a good thing

  • @richiebillionz00
    @richiebillionz00 3 роки тому +2

    This was well needed

  • @cpt33studios
    @cpt33studios 2 роки тому

    BEAUTIFUL CONTENT! Thank you to Steve and Pharrell for some enlightening and health dialogue that people will be able to educate themselves with in so many ways. Thanks again. Peace!

  • @chesterbryan6104
    @chesterbryan6104 3 роки тому

    Thank you both for sharing your valuable life lessons.

  • @bpattproductions
    @bpattproductions 3 роки тому +2

    Gems on Gems

  • @juliejames8449
    @juliejames8449 3 роки тому

    Something keeps bringing me to Pharrell.

  • @roz.b.7512
    @roz.b.7512 2 роки тому

    My son and I are big Pharrell fans.

  • @aumni
    @aumni 3 роки тому

    this is everything I needed to hear right now

  • @inmyroom3485
    @inmyroom3485 3 роки тому

    Feel like I'm finally in a room with people who agree with me ❤

  • @Violetsurfer
    @Violetsurfer 3 роки тому +1

    This is Fire 🔥💜💜

  • @kenzydubreasofficial
    @kenzydubreasofficial 3 роки тому +2

    Merci beaucoup ! super vidéo

  • @elfrank704
    @elfrank704 2 роки тому

    That's y I'm here Salute

  • @roz.b.7512
    @roz.b.7512 2 роки тому

    Learning is something that we will do until God calls us. The key is to inform and do something with it.

  • @ScottFreebass
    @ScottFreebass 3 роки тому +1

    This is great. Thank you

  • @greatgiftsclub
    @greatgiftsclub 3 роки тому +1

    We need more open & REAL convo's like this! followed behind the action of dudes like Skateboard P and Steve! Salute this real talk fellas 💯💯

  • @Sim_baah
    @Sim_baah 3 роки тому +2

    Such a good convo!!! Pharell dropping gems I love it

  • @Vitamincontrol1
    @Vitamincontrol1 3 роки тому +1

    Great convo

  • @tonicba4748
    @tonicba4748 3 роки тому +1

    This was profound interview guys thanks for great inspiration Pharrell Williams insight bless Big Bro he's a person I look up too🙏🙏🙏

  • @zapshoe3530
    @zapshoe3530 3 роки тому +1

    Great Interview...

  • @dafingaz
    @dafingaz 3 роки тому +1

    Incredible!

  • @philip8644
    @philip8644 2 роки тому +1

    Salute 🙏🏾

  • @MyraSponse
    @MyraSponse 3 роки тому

    Beautiful interview in every way.

  • @ADMBeatz
    @ADMBeatz 3 роки тому +2

    Great interview

  • @kevinjeremiahmusic
    @kevinjeremiahmusic 3 роки тому +1

    Priceless!!!

  • @MRTransactionEngineer
    @MRTransactionEngineer 3 роки тому

    Excellent interview fellas! Blessings Kings! 💪🏽🏆

  • @ChanceMinus
    @ChanceMinus 3 роки тому

    Thank you...

  • @JaronSmalls
    @JaronSmalls 2 роки тому

    I needed this Pharrell 💯

  • @unclejc95
    @unclejc95 3 роки тому

    Thank you.

  • @thedfferencetab1977
    @thedfferencetab1977 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this.

  • @thesoulbattery
    @thesoulbattery 2 роки тому

    BEST INTERVIEW

  • @oscargolfmusic
    @oscargolfmusic 3 роки тому

    Wise words, listen closely

  • @STYLWALKER1
    @STYLWALKER1 3 роки тому +4

    DETROIT STARTED THAT SHIRT STEVE!!!!!!!!! I’m sure you know that tho.

    • @pizzeo
      @pizzeo 3 роки тому

      Nah. Ohio Against the World did it first. OATW. but really Nike did it first it was “Tinker Against The World” tee and then they all came after that.

    • @STYLWALKER1
      @STYLWALKER1 3 роки тому +2

      @@pizzeo SOOOOO DETROIT VS EVERYBODY ALREADY CAME BEFORE? THE DEVIL IS A LIE.

  • @THEJO.E
    @THEJO.E 3 роки тому +1

    iv been waiting for this!!