I think YT in general is boring. When everyone is doing the same thing in attempts to be more advertising friendly and gain more money, it becomes monotonous. I wish most people could still be themselves while being advertiser friendly.
Interesting. I can kind of agree w/some of that. Tho,not everyone needs to just be themselves on here,really. Some ppl just spout ignorance w/no facts when they can talk. & no kind of thought or restriction behind it to create any kind of beneficial advice. Some rules are needed,tbh. However,if ppl want to do something different they can always do there own thing & be happy on their own platform. It just may not last. B/c they may not wont get the same following on their own.
Girl, I feel you 100%. I started watching yt videos back in 2010. THINGS HAVE CHANGED A LOT. Authenticity and transparency is missing. I hate couples channels, I hate fake pranks, etc. I can't relate to the majority of black yt. Everything is for views. I just miss the old days man. Yt used to be a community where ppl share tips and helped others
THIS! Especially coming from someone who is genuine and genuinely loves to share content. All these new popular people who are now "famous" literally makes me want to quit everyday.
I agree but I think it’s because back then, people weren’t doing UA-cam ‘full time’, it was something that you did on the side. Fast forward to 2018 and people have quit their 9-5 jobs/careers and now depend on UA-cam, which unfortunately for us means that influencers focus more on what brings in views/money
I don’t expect people to come here and tell all of their business but I feel like I’ve been watching people’s content for years and still don’t know them. All we see is you getting beautiful hair, getting sponsorships, traveling to beautiful places. We wanna see a normal/human side too. I feel like some people just get caught up in showing off their wonderful lives and don’t realize how it affects the people watching. I know nobody’s life is perfect but I wanna see that side too! make me feel better about not being able to travel as much, have so much money, and have really nice things.
I completely understand where you are coming from. With some content sharers you actually get to see their growth. With some they only come off as Im perfect let me show you how to be perfect like me and most of the times it's a false image just a big front and some younger viewers may not understand that. We as viewers just need to use wisdom when taking this content in and support each other In the comments. But to each his own✌🏾
Many you tubers are beginning to look the same as far as content goes. One thing I appreciate about your channel is your transparency on subjects that many people don’t feel comfortable speaking on i.e mental health, your sex life, relationships with people in your life.. I believe there’s a sellout mentality among the YT community to post comment that will add value to the pocket more than it will on the impact of who they are to the people who look up to them.. that’s my opinion! I love you!
I think for me I just want more honesty from Black UA-cam . I keep seeing these UA-cam gurus be so scripted and honestly they come off to me as the mean girls that I would never actually like in person which is why I feel like I like you so much . Or they aren't really passionate about the things they say; I also think people fear being judged which kind of defeats the point of having your own platform . I'm tired of having to be woke in every video it gets tiring, I want to see people in their entirety , let me know you have anxiety too let me know about that depression. I know its easier said than done but that's personally what I want. Also I wanna see fun shit like favorite Insecure characters, Fave 90s sitcoms, Who's you problematic fave, Whats your favorite Girlfriends episodes, astrology, Who's your favorite black influence? What critiques do you have for the younger generation ?What old movies that you used to love make you cringe now? Do you think the divine 9 is overrated and made to make black students who aren't as socially popular feel less than, shit like that . ( that last one isn't really fun but i want tough topics dammit lol)
I agree. I was thinking about this earlier today actually. I don’t personally feel inspired to create and I don’t really watch a lot of black UA-camrs anymore. It just doesn’t do it for. I’ve always admire how you never seem to take the platform too serious though. Great conversation as always! I miss the old days when people would just get up here and talk before all the “brands”.
Im only on the makeup/natural hair side of black UA-cam and it very boring everyone is just reviewing weave that ALL looks the same. Natural hair side is OH-KAY though. I wish black UA-camrs did more alternative or editorial makeup looks instead of the IG trend ..everything is def looking the same.
Definitely agree with you. Black UA-cam took a turn for the worse right after they came with the “couple channels”. There isn’t much creating or inspiring now days. It’s a competition and bragging rights. Thanks for being consistent and bringing interesting content. 💛🤞🏾
Teanna just uploaded a video about the white side of UA-cam and how it's boring and reused. I like how y'all support eachother 💞. But tbh I don't like black relationship UA-camrs like queen & Clarence. Or colorist UA-camrs, most people like to sweep colorist behavior under the rug.
Choclaxe Xuri You consider Queen and Clarence a black UA-cam couple? They’re not black. They might be that 2% black but when I think Black couples I think Jackie Aina and her Dark Skin Ghana Bf.
Denesha Abigale I thought Clarence was African American and Queen was biracial ? I barely watch them but I seen clarence on twitter alot and he identifies as AA. Im confused 😭
Kaniya Kaily They better stop. They both look racially ambiguous. It’s like me saying Karrueche Chan represent Black Women, I can say Rihanna or someone like Beyoncé or another Chocolate/Dark Skin Women. They don’t claim black only when it’s beneficial. Queen used the term nappy head to describe some black girl. Clarence don’t think black girl can pull off light pink lip color cause we’re burnt.
Oh sorry for the confusion, they were just the first people that came to mind as so many black people watch them and hype them up. I watch Jackie and Dennis but she isn't a couple channel.
Denesha Abigale I heard about queen doing that but not Clarence. wow, its crazy because so many black women praises him in his tweets and what not 😭. But I agree jackie and denis are a good representation, theres very few darker popular black couples here on yt other than derra and ken but they're not entertaining to me
You don't know how much I appreciate these videos, being almost 25, I get so low when I can't connect or vibe with people especially women and when you go long periods without having good conversation or deep conversation it's depressing, your videos carry a freshness that is so therapeutic, thanks for this, because in a world where everything is watered down this is much needed
I strictly follow creative, free-flowing people. And I feel that they inspire me the most! But as a creator, I completely understand what you're saying because UA-cam can be exhausting. It's such a difficult platform to navigate because everything is trial and error and most techniques are self-taught
To be transparent. I really enjoy seeing your insight on various topics. I honestly enjoy your company, being a transplant from the east coast I really miss the fast paced. rich and colorful conversation. Sending positive vibes 💜💜💜
Honestly sis, I see the desire to be a self made brand and business among our community, because it reclaims a lot of what we end up giving away for free by influencing others, but we are losing ourselves to conformity to meet general audiences. Don't these UA-camrs realise, they are just doing us but paler? Let the audience connect to you, not the other way around. Stay blessed, I ride for your channel and keep talking that talk, truth hurts, and pain can be a good thing when coming from love.
It's hard though. I upload content and talk about real stuff and no one watches. I upload a wig review and BOOM thousands of views. It's hard.It's never what I wanted my channel to be about but I thought that was the only way to grow my audience. I'll try not being so crazy about it and see what happens. The anxiety of not uploading "good content" causes me to be inconsistent.
I wish I saw more Black female UA-camrs working together. I know it takes a lot of work but I would really love to watch it. I find myself watching Joe Budden and random docs now. I'm overrrrrrr makeup tutorials and reviews. I do not need another damn palette. I do not need another damn nude lipstick. The only black UA-camr I watch consistently is Patricia Bright. She is the only one I've watched since 2010 who has not let the money get to her head.
Mimi Moments agreed . Patricia is genuinely entertaining . Yt has gotten so dry that I’ve been watching videos off her old hair channel. I think it’s called blkhairgrowth or something like that
I don’t know if you guys know Kingsley but he uploaded a video today talking about something similar. His UA-cam name is Kingsley lol. Black UA-cam is like real life honestly, a lot of people trying to do the same thing but not really doing it for the right reasons. They see others making money and think they can do it too. Everything isn’t for everybody. I really enjoy you because you’re one of the realest on here. You like what you do and if you don’t feel like you don’t do it and that’s fine with me. You get to the bag but you realize that UA-cam not giving you benefits so why stress over it. I love you and your energy ❤️
Iv'e been feeling the same way with Black youtube the lack of substance and originality was driving me nuts. But! heres some Black UA-cam channels that never let me down: - The Grapevine (Discussion panel that speaks on black related issue, Highly reccommend) - MazeLee (Mixed family, moms black dad asian with 6 kids, with impeccable cinematography in EVERY vlog) - MaryJane Byarm (Travel vlogs, she's planning to visit 100 countries before the year ends!) and thats all I can think of right now, but each channel brings something different to the table which is very refreshing.
Honestly💯I started binge watching the grape vine and saw how they progressed and maintained their authenticity and AMAZING content. There are some black debate channels which you can tell it’s mainly for views due to the topics, drama etc. Whereas the grapevine speaks about real issues in the community and doesn’t exploit viewers by using small moments in the clips as a mean of gaining publicity and blowing up drama
Esther Femi I know exactly what panel channels ur talking about lol couldn’t watch them anymore because of the negativity, grapevine always kept it authentic and the topics are always meaningful and fresh 🙌🏾
Occasionally, I scroll through UA-cam to find or subscribe to more poc channels, but it's hard because there is a lack of originality. Its weird bc you get tired of seeing the same thing. As for you, I subscribed because you're just Sade, and that's real 👌🏾. Black UA-cam needs more authenticity, it's like people forget its more than one way to be on this app, but as you would say, " I digress" lol 🖤
I like conversation videos and I actually thought about making those videos myself because I can’t relate to most of the popular “gurus”. I feel like most people are bandwagon jumpers, jumping on the next best thing or dang near worshipping some of these “gurus”. I notice the non-over-the-top YTers don’t get much play on here. I miss old YT back in 2008. I was a new mom enjoying an outlet that seemed sincere and genuine. Now tho. Everything is sooooooo money driven that people are more enamored with high end bags, extra large homes, expensive cars and the showy display over a nice, humble and refreshing personality. I dunno, just one grown woman’s perspective.
Same! I have been having a hard time finding black YT’s that talk about things with substance...besides you. I’m sick of the same old stuff...the majority use the same “get money” tactics to bring viewers in. OF COURSE get ya money sis but I just wish more people could sprinkle in a little more authenticity. I’m so happy you bought this up, you never disappoint!
Yes to jouelzy and Evelyn from the internets! I love Hallease too 😍 but when it comes to UA-cam I watch them, you, the voodoo child, cosmeholics anonymous, funky Dineva and sometimes hey Paris & Daquana White. I’ve been watching a lot of story times, clothing hauls, show reviews etc. I love a good general review and/or tea video though lol
What's crazy is that I don't always agree w/ your pov but I love watching your videos because you're personable. You do just enough of every type of content. As for other blk yt'ers their content is so theatrical. Every one these days want to be in front of the camera but everyone doesn't have the personality. Or at least they do the wrong type of content bc they're tryna keep up with the joneses.
I do think black UA-camrs have to do more to get a small amount of views. I think beauty preferences can bring in views, especially in the beauty community. I noticed some people can be repetitive but generally attractive and get tons of views.
I completely agree with you sis (which is one of the reasons I thank God for your channel!). UA-cam in general used to be so much better. I'm beyond done with the couple channels, fake pranks and all the money-making schemes. Not that I knock anyone making their coins, but I don't think authenticity should be available for purchase. I used to watch so many Black UA-camrs but now, not so much. It got boring after a while. Thank you so much for creating such a safe place for Black women. Thank you for sharing your stories and being so open with us while educating us and being an awesome guru. You're MUCH appreciated. As for my summer...I'm just taking online classes and preparing for a certification exam (medical coding). I'm also healing from a Lupus flare.
Sending some healing energy your way. My grandpa had lupus so i know how crazy that can be, and to everything else you said yes. The fake pranks and (some) couple channels are trash. They be doing TOOO much and the shit be wild fake. Like cmon 😭😭😭
Sooo true. I’m trying to do less hair videos and do more skits etc, cause you don’t see a lot of black people (especially black girls) doing that kinda stuff 🤷🏽♀️
I completely agree black woman have so much more they need to uphold to be "great you tuber". I have been following you since 2016, I'm sorry I do not comment often, I love your channel and I love how you elaborate on things. I also love how real you are.
I am the younger generation and I still feel the same way as you. Black YT isn’t the same as it once was. It’s harder for me to find people who don’t really follow the trends and actually are themselves in the vids. I’m so happy I found you. All your long talks be straight facts. Love yah 💕
I def feel like within black yt is missing wanting to help each other out. I feel like in the white yt community they are always trying to see each other win.
heeeyloves The white side of UA-cam is about making money and they are ruthless. If there’s no money in it they’re not doing it. You think creators want to wait two days for Tana Mongeau to show up? Nope, but they know when she DOES show up she’s bringing them coins. lol
No offense but I'm guessing a lot of you find black youtube boring bc you guys don't go looking for black small youtubers. Your only focused on the Big youtubers. There are people producing mad content that get no love. These people are innovative and not creating for money but for fun. Im dead serious all you have to do is search #blacksmallyoutubers or if you don't like what you see, set up and be that change.
You are the only UA-camr that I can watch just sit and talk. I can’t pinpoint it exactly but you can talk about yourself without sounding so vain and full of yourself. I find myself skipping those parts of videos these days or just not watching altogether. I love your personality and rawness. Please don’t change!
Being a UA-camr especially a black UA-camr I find myself having to be a Jane of All Trades. My videos have to be both entertaining and over the top because I make typical “beauty, lifestyle, fashion” content. Every video has to be a motion picture so I won’t be pushed to the back. It’s tiring. Just recently I had to take a break to regroup but then I find myself being more anxious that I took a break. Thank you for being so transparent with important topics like mental illnesses this is so necessary.
I really miss the black storytellers of yesterday's youtube. People like brian bee, Qaadir Howard, marfmellow, Kid Fury..some of them still post infrequently or have moved to other more lucrative platforms which is understandable. But those were the original "story time" videos -- they were authentic and hilarious and watching them just felt like kickin it with a friend telling you the latest bs in their life. I think Jouelzy, Evelyn, Hallease, Beleaf in Fatherhood are making some of the best videos on youtube atm
As far as makeup/beauty goes, I think Chizi Duru has done a great job in terms of growing her brand but still staying true to the personality that brought a lot of her audience to her channel.
love2laugh yes!!! I can watch old Furious Thoughts and still die laughing. And shout out to those girls holding it down!!! Another youtuber I just discovered who is interesting with the same comedic, just regular chatty videos are Rhea Allen (Brit youtuber on the come up) and F0XY(she’s been on around for a while but is still super cool)
I've literally grew up on YT & watched so many great black youtubers, they literally were my childhood. I go back searching for them and of course they're no longer on here which is fine. But I also feel like it comes from the pressure of these other youtubers and the fakeness thats on here. All the people who are genuine don't get the amount of love and support that they should. Instead they turn to becoming fake just to be popular and it saddens my soul. I want all the genuine, beautiful black youtubers to come back and shine the way they used too. Of course you have to get your coins at times but it shouldn't change your entire character of who you are the way these people do nowadays.
UA-cam used to be so much funnier and entertaining back then because everyone did what they loved genuinely. They do it cause the coin. They didn’t do it for clout. They didn’t do it just to do it lol. They did it to make people happy and for entertainment. And I just think that’s what yt and black yt is missing. The genuineness. Although yt has evolved beautifully with all the hair care tips, and cheap hauls and people sharing stories of many alike etc...I still miss that genuineness and something new to find on yt besides these corny ass pranks and these cheating ass boyfriend these females like to share LMAO. I’m just over it. I love your yt page and shit you deserve your coin overall. You work hard and make it easier for us with certain things when it comes down to it. I appreciate that and I LOVE your yt page. Anywho, #preachsis.
I can listen to you talk about anything literally all day. You’re like a big sister to me even though you don’t know me lol. But the way you’re open about everything is why I’ve been subscribed for like over 2 years. I love your genuineness! ❤️
I feel this. When I first wanted to start UA-cam, I was ready to be that beauty guru because that's what's been on this platform, but that's not me. My whole life routine is lazy lmaoo and I'd be lying to myself if I tried that shit.
I agree that in order to be really successful you have to do a multitude of things when being black. I have been watching your videos for years and I love watching the raw uncut Sade who talks about life experiences,growth and spirituality
Can I just say that I’m SUPER excited to hear that you don’t have plans to quit UA-cam in the future? To think that we will have the pleasure to grow and simultaneously watch you grow makes what you present that much more special. For Black UA-camrs, honestly I am enjoying the mental health, empowerment, self improvement, and lifestyle videos because I feel like seeing those meaningful positive representations is refreshing versus the “us” that society and public media would have us to think that we are. I love growth and growing with people, and to think that we can all share experiences and tips to live our best lives- THATS what I’m into seeing.
Your skin is GLOWING Sade. I agree, I started creating on this platform 10 months ago and although my channel is growing super slowwww and I am far away from seeing any form of coin on here, I do it knowing that my contents offer something different and those that do rock with me do so with their entire heart - that comes with a fulfilling feeling.
I definitely agree, black content creators have to do so much more just to be even scrape the surface. Lots of time, black youtubers have to be involved with some sort of drama to even mentioned on an everyday level. For example: 4yallent (the richard brothers) are so creative and and EXCEPTIONAL editors and the barley post but when they do it’s always quality content, but they don’t get the recognition they deserve. *honorable mention is Bri Hall And you: you provide such a safe space for young black people to speak on certain this and become aware of certain things, we otherwise wouldn’t have the option to do. Your aura and your personality is so super hard to describe but you do so much more for us than you’d ever know. ❤️
I’m creating a UA-cam to talk about real stuff. I don’t want my channel to be like everyone else’s...I want it to be raw, fun to watch, and helpful! But thank you for this video!!! ❤️
The black side of UA-cam is definitely not as good as it used to be. It’s really hard finding youtubers that are authentic and transparent. I would also love to see more skits! Some of my favorites channels other than yours are: Teanna Empowers, Adrian Xpressions, Kennie J.D., The Grapevine, F0XYHOTMESS and Tre Melvin. There are more but I can’t think of them at the moment. All of them are different but amazing for different reasons.
The first couple minutes when you talked about how a lot of UA-camrs unintentionally follow a mold was so spot on! I feel like that's part of what sets you apart and why I love this channel. Your channel is about you and your life and your authenticity; that never gets old
I can honestly say, I miss raw black UA-cam!! Like you mentioned there is a lot of "branding" on UA-cam (Which I understand, because ppl are trying to make their coint) but all the commercial bullshit becomes draining !! I swear, your UA-cam is SO refreshing. Every time I watch a video it's like I'm just chilling in your room chatting with my homie, another east coast (I'm from Jersey) black woman who I can relate to so much. I don't know if it's just the ppl I'm following or what, but I get SO much satisfaction from a chill vibe. Especially on days where my own personal world is filled with chaos, just chilling in my room, watching your videos, and listening to someone who I find very relatable IS SO IMPORTANT !!! I value you and your channel SO MUCH !!
I also wanted to ask if you or any of your subbies know of any other black female UA-camrs from the Tri-state area ( New York, New Jersey, Philly) that are pretty consistent with content on UA-cam that I can watch ?? I follow a lot of ladies from Los Angeles & the South......and though I enjoy some of their content, their daily lives aren't retable to mine !! I want to follow some ladies from my area that can talk about "east coast experiences" or even fun places and restaurants that are accessible to me !!! Waking up and going on a shopping spring on Rodeo drive, or going to Disney land isn't something I can do, but hopping on the train and going to that new lit hookah lounge in Brooklyn or Philly is something that I can do !!!
WOW! I understand 10000% about the "Brain Fog".I've been suffering lately with EXACLY what you described but never knew why or what to call it. I'd think I was "slow" at times & its embarrassing. But patience is a way I clarify my verbiage and points.
I genuinely love when you come on here and just speak your mind. It's so much easier to self reflect (i find) when i just run off at the mouth about stuff that's on my mind, and i see that similarity. i resonate with you and your words and i completely understand that manic all of the place mental state where its hard to slow down, but girl you doing the damn thing so keep it up :) we enjoy you and all your wisdoms
absolutely 100 percent agree. I love to support my black content creators, and always will - but the vibe is super samey alot of the time. I also think there's a pressure to put out a certain type of video because we already can struggle with visibilty on here. sidenote..skincare routine or nah? lol x
Thank you for having a meaningful UA-cam a lot of these Black yt channels give us entertainment for 13 yr olds it gives me no entertainment speak on it sis
I appreciate how calm you deliver these soul piercing truths. It makes me laugh because you speak them so casually, but it's actually everything we all need.
Sade is back... yayyy! ❤❤❤❤ Edit: I totally agree with you on black YT being boring. Honestly, if it wasn't for black YT being so open, interesting & fun (years ago), I wouldn't have found you. I am so grateful i have found you. Thanks Sade.
YT is over saturated with people attempting to meet a “standard”of the bigger YT channels. I think that is why we appreciate you so much YOU ARE AUTHENTIC SIS!!! I wish it was back how it used to be. Thank you for being you!!
I really enjoy storytimes and hauls from black youtubers. I feel like the dressing style and aesthetic of black girls is more realistic to the stuff i would actually wear, so i really wish there was more hauls.
Mental health definitely needs to be discussed on every platform ! In the black community we’ve learned keep everything on the hush hush. “What happens in this house stays in the house” kind of mentality. I still love hair , beauty , hauls. Sade you are my girl always keep shit so real 😩❤️❤️
girl i just need to say this... ive only ever seen two of your videos and i need to see more.. you just seem so effortless and genuine to me and you're honest. this is the kind of content i like. just honest and being yourself in front of a camera. thanks for being you sis fr it's refreshing
I completely agree. I feel like non black youtubers can do the bare minimum to become a star. Its become harder and harder to find just real down to earth black you tubers. I thought I was the only one who wasn't really interested in boyfriend tags and updates... like it just so scripted at this point. What I would want to see is more vulnerability but thats probably not going to happen because of social media and people judging which can be very hard on anyone with a stable following big or small.
Came across your channel about a month or so ago and I’m so happy I did, it’s refreshing to not see the same videos OVER AND OVER AGAIN so thank you for the content you put out ✨ continue to prosper love 💕
In the words of Juicy from Little woman LA “CAN YOU COME UP WITH SOMETHING ELSE CAN YOU COME UP WITH SOMETHING ELSE??!!) I know it’s easier said than done but everything is so repetitive (& I understand for many it’s a job but instead of taking a leap of faith that is easier to do when your a youtuber with a solid subscriber base ppl want to play it safe) we do not need the same tutorials over again when all you might do is change the comb & a different product unless it’s something live changing... I’m on UA-cam way to much I will admit but I’m just looking for people who are creative or at least honest ... I will compare it to music and artists I listen to if I don’t feel what you are saying I don’t care & don’t want to come back.
Girl I feel you part of the reason why I joined UA-cam bring something different especially in the black makeup community like when it comes to doing looks you see the same thing over and over nothing really different
I just wanna see realness from black UA-camrs, not storytimes and drama but life lessons and deep talks. I like how you talk about mental health and relationships and real stuff not showing off with makeup and cars and fancy holidays, it's all fake from a lot of these Instagrammers and UA-camrs and it perpetuates a consumer culture which makes the general public think we need more stuff, we need this lavish lifestyle but actually we just need to talk and think and enjoy the real things in life
I had to pause the video to comment this. I LOVE you okurrrr! You just spoke life into me hunny! I have been debating on becoming a UA-camr for so long and I have talked down on myself because I don’t “fit in” constantly telling myself that people can’t relate to me or I’ll be “that girl” whose life is complete shit compared to the way that everyone portrays themselves! I’m 25, I just had a kid, my child’s father is a asshole! My family sucks, I bust my ass and I cry a lot! But in the meantime I’m tryna boss up and live my best life and take care of mine. You the GOAT 🤟🏾, I might move forward with this thanks to you. You a real one 💯
Honestly the fact that I can sit here and watch you talk is all for enough; I don’t need anyone telling me how to do what unless I need it be but just talking about relative everyday life fulfills my UA-cam needs and I think that’s what the BlK UA-cam lacks. They feel pressed to do everything and then they all blend into one big blob and now it’s like hmmm who do I feel like dealing with today. But love your page when I have the time!
I love this!! Very true about the code switching . I have issues with people feeling like I “switch up.” But I just believe like you said we adjust to get to what we need . I appreciate you so much. You keep things so genuine and raw.
I be trying to find new black youtubers to watch but they seem to all have the same persona, they in too much drama, or they filming on a minute phone. I’ve been able to find some ones tht I like but I haven’t found not one new one to watch this year that does the beauty/vlogger style I like.
Every time I come to your yt you are always on the money. You challenge my way of thinking and shining a light on things I am going through and help a sister push through the "opposing forces" in my mind. Keep being you and sharing.
Nah I resonate with you a lot and I really appreciate the type of content ur putting out. I miss YTubers that just tell it how it is of what’s going on and still giving us creative content. Everything now is mostly glitz and sugar coated (which I don’t mind for the most part) but lately I definitely been getting bored because I just want to sit and listen or watch some real shit. Mind you now a days things only get real when people get exposed or something.
In every video you’ve talked about your brain fog/ or depersonalization I’ve never felt more understood. Your train of thought is so raw and purely enlightening that it helps me realign my own thoughts and helps me realize that they are normal and other people think similarly as me (regardless of how lonely and lost it makes me feel at times) I love your videos sm 💛
I know this random, but I love to watch your videos because I learn new vocabulary, and I start to implement these words into my own 🧡 and you’re so right youtube is getting boring. Me, and my sister would talk about how it wasn’t like before. It’s like the same content is being redone over, and over 😩
I’ve been thinking the same thing for a while now. A lot of the content is repetitive and rinsed. I feel like I’ve watched the same video just a different face with most black YT. I wanna support my people but I can’t force watching boring content. I only watch about 5 people consistently nowadays , you’re one of them
i loveeeee your channel and i'm so happy i found it through this hair review lmaoo. i understand what youre saying for sure. i actually was discouraged from creating my own channel for some time because of the "it Black girl thing" being worried about the numbers rather than quality of content and just being genuine! thanks for this affirmation
I feel what you're saying. UA-cam just isn't as entertaining and real, but I will say that youtube inspired me to be more open about stuff, including mental illness and other things the black community doesn't wanna talk about. Btw I've been wanting to say that I remember you from MVHS for a while but I didn't know how to say it without sounding like a creep, since I'm 99% sure you'd have no idea who I am lol. I'm glad to see people I "know" on the come up so I wanted to say congrats on the success of your channel.
I agree. It’s like it’s the same wig review, the same makeup tutorial, the same shit they doing in a vlog everyday 🙄 it’s like a lot of black YTers get in this routine like yt is a job or something and they just keep pushing out the same content which becomes boring and predictable
It’s obvious that most people watch my channel because of my locs /how to’s which is fine. Moreover, a recent video I did about being depressed and about 6 people watched it 😂💀 Nah but seriously, I always did UA-cam to get out of my shell and look back on how far I’ve grown. I never did it for the money but used it as a hobby. Thats why I never got into my feelings about the monetizing, *however* if and when the opportunity comes, I’ll take it
Sadeeeee! Yes!!!! i cant tell you how much i scour this website trying to find smaller black youtubers just to get something different!! im tired of seeing the same popular faces doing the same thing. i think that's why i like you so much tho. youre so genuine in your videos and it's really a breath of fresh air
Girlllll you took the words right out my mouth. I feel the exact same way on every topic you touched in this video. I tried to make it a job based off the sponsorships that this platform can give you and it didn’t make it fun anymore. I rarely upload now b/c of that. But I plan on getting back to the fun really soon. Really appreciate this video sis 🤗❤️❤️
Wasn’t subscribed to your channel but I saw the title and instantly had to click , lol I’ve been feeling like yt has been soo boring, my old favs basically don’t make videos anymore or if they do it’s so short or rushed . Most of the time I like watching small youtubers like myself lol I just feel like no one is on here really and if they are it’s just about money 💰.🤷🏾♀️
This is so real.. i think most of black youtube has been very boring and scripted these days but it motivated me to create something else on my Channel something that i don't see a lot of people do. I started my channel with one rule IDC about brands why should i be quite about something because of fear that brands dont want to work with me in the Future ,, i dont really care i will always be myself the moment people can make some coins they let fear enter in their life.. i hope w people like you we can change the culture on UA-cam ! Love your raw videos xx
I gravitate towards UA-camrs that are authentic in their content and approach; be it beauty, fashion, or straight talk. This is why I come back to channels like yours and Joulezy, Evelyn, Just Call Me Wah etc. My dream is to have certain UA-camrs on a panel just discussing current events or anything! You, Joulezy, AndrianExpression, King of Reads, and so many more. I feel like the YT has lost depth and original ideas. Its been saturated with nonesense tbh and there's no take away.
I've been subscribed for a while and i'll admit that some of your videos have gone unwatched. I'm just drawn to some content more then others. I agree that black yt has been overrun with pranks, boring vlogs, clickbait, fake couples and etc. I mean all of that is cool but it can get irritating to see the same things over and over again. With your channel and a handful of others there's a freshness you don't see often. Your real not fake proper or fake hood for the camera. That's why I subbed and it's nice to witness your channel's growth. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH -Mykala💕💕💕💕💕
I’m so happy I found this video and your channel! I’ve been thinking this for so long and i wanted to make a video about it! I do jump rope videos and I think it’s such a cool niche. I see a lot of black creators doing the same content because they think that’s all they can do to grow an audience. There are so many other ways to grow a channel that don’t involve couple videos! Thanks for the video!
I just love you and what you bring to UA-cam itself... very grateful and proud to be one of your supporters ❤️ you teach me so much and just feed my mind
I love conversational videos where people talk about their life, feelings, opinions etc. that’s my favorite. People who actually speak to the subscribers. But I also love beauty videos. 😂
I think YT in general is boring. When everyone is doing the same thing in attempts to be more advertising friendly and gain more money, it becomes monotonous. I wish most people could still be themselves while being advertiser friendly.
Interesting. I can kind of agree w/some of that. Tho,not everyone needs to just be themselves on here,really. Some ppl just spout ignorance w/no facts when they can talk. & no kind of thought or restriction behind it to create any kind of beneficial advice. Some rules are needed,tbh. However,if ppl want to do something different they can always do there own thing & be happy on their own platform. It just may not last. B/c they may not wont get the same following on their own.
Girl, I feel you 100%. I started watching yt videos back in 2010. THINGS HAVE CHANGED A LOT. Authenticity and transparency is missing. I hate couples channels, I hate fake pranks, etc. I can't relate to the majority of black yt. Everything is for views. I just miss the old days man. Yt used to be a community where ppl share tips and helped others
THIS! Especially coming from someone who is genuine and genuinely loves to share content. All these new popular people who are now "famous" literally makes me want to quit everyday.
Girrrrrl I feel this 100%!!!!
I agree but I think it’s because back then, people weren’t doing UA-cam ‘full time’, it was something that you did on the side.
Fast forward to 2018 and people have quit their 9-5 jobs/careers and now depend on UA-cam, which unfortunately for us means that influencers focus more on what brings in views/money
ThatsSoTrishya everything is about fame and clout now it’s sad...
💯💯 I used to want to do youtube but it changed so much. I miss the authencity too.
I don’t expect people to come here and tell all of their business but I feel like I’ve been watching people’s content for years and still don’t know them. All we see is you getting beautiful hair, getting sponsorships, traveling to beautiful places. We wanna see a normal/human side too. I feel like some people just get caught up in showing off their wonderful lives and don’t realize how it affects the people watching. I know nobody’s life is perfect but I wanna see that side too! make me feel better about not being able to travel as much, have so much money, and have really nice things.
Lisa Boyd but it shouldnt be their job to make you feel better about stufd like that. Thats weird.
I completely understand where you are coming from. With some content sharers you actually get to see their growth. With some they only come off as Im perfect let me show you how to be perfect like me and most of the times it's a false image just a big front and some younger viewers may not understand that. We as viewers just need to use wisdom when taking this content in and support each other In the comments. But to each his own✌🏾
A great, relatable UA-camr is Jae majette.🙂
but if they’re claiming to put out “relatable” content, it’s their job to relate to the majority. the majority is normal, regular degular people.
Many you tubers are beginning to look the same as far as content goes. One thing I appreciate about your channel is your transparency on subjects that many people don’t feel comfortable speaking on i.e mental health, your sex life, relationships with people in your life.. I believe there’s a sellout mentality among the YT community to post comment that will add value to the pocket more than it will on the impact of who they are to the people who look up to them.. that’s my opinion!
I love you!
i hear you sis i HEAR you. love you too
I think for me I just want more honesty from Black UA-cam . I keep seeing these UA-cam gurus be so scripted and honestly they come off to me as the mean girls that I would never actually like in person which is why I feel like I like you so much . Or they aren't really passionate about the things they say; I also think people fear being judged which kind of defeats the point of having your own platform . I'm tired of having to be woke in every video it gets tiring, I want to see people in their entirety , let me know you have anxiety too let me know about that depression. I know its easier said than done but that's personally what I want. Also I wanna see fun shit like favorite Insecure characters, Fave 90s sitcoms, Who's you problematic fave, Whats your favorite Girlfriends episodes, astrology, Who's your favorite black influence? What critiques do you have for the younger generation ?What old movies that you used to love make you cringe now? Do you think the divine 9 is overrated and made to make black students who aren't as socially popular feel less than, shit like that . ( that last one isn't really fun but i want tough topics dammit lol)
Rose 4 yess!!
I agree!!!
Yaaaaaass a lot of them be actin STANK! or stuck up af. This goes for non black youtubers too
yasssss
I agree. I was thinking about this earlier today actually. I don’t personally feel inspired to create and I don’t really watch a lot of black UA-camrs anymore. It just doesn’t do it for. I’ve always admire how you never seem to take the platform too serious though. Great conversation as always! I miss the old days when people would just get up here and talk before all the “brands”.
Im only on the makeup/natural hair side of black UA-cam and it very boring everyone is just reviewing weave that ALL looks the same. Natural hair side is OH-KAY though. I wish black UA-camrs did more alternative or editorial makeup looks instead of the IG trend ..everything is def looking the same.
Definitely agree with you. Black UA-cam took a turn for the worse right after they came with the “couple channels”. There isn’t much creating or inspiring now days. It’s a competition and bragging rights. Thanks for being consistent and bringing interesting content. 💛🤞🏾
Teanna just uploaded a video about the white side of UA-cam and how it's boring and reused. I like how y'all support eachother 💞.
But tbh I don't like black relationship UA-camrs like queen & Clarence. Or colorist UA-camrs, most people like to sweep colorist behavior under the rug.
Choclaxe Xuri You consider Queen and Clarence a black UA-cam couple? They’re not black. They might be that 2% black but when I think Black couples I think Jackie Aina and her Dark Skin Ghana Bf.
Denesha Abigale I thought Clarence was African American and Queen was biracial ? I barely watch them but I seen clarence on twitter alot and he identifies as AA. Im confused 😭
Kaniya Kaily They better stop. They both look racially ambiguous. It’s like me saying Karrueche Chan represent Black Women, I can say Rihanna or someone like Beyoncé or another Chocolate/Dark Skin Women. They don’t claim black only when it’s beneficial. Queen used the term nappy head to describe some black girl. Clarence don’t think black girl can pull off light pink lip color cause we’re burnt.
Oh sorry for the confusion, they were just the first people that came to mind as so many black people watch them and hype them up. I watch Jackie and Dennis but she isn't a couple channel.
Denesha Abigale I heard about queen doing that but not Clarence. wow, its crazy because so many black women praises him in his tweets and what not 😭. But I agree jackie and denis are a good representation, theres very few darker popular black couples here on yt other than derra and ken but they're not entertaining to me
You don't know how much I appreciate these videos, being almost 25, I get so low when I can't connect or vibe with people especially women and when you go long periods without having good conversation or deep conversation it's depressing, your videos carry a freshness that is so therapeutic, thanks for this, because in a world where everything is watered down this is much needed
CupCakesNKittyLitter exactly
off topic but girl your skin 😍
I strictly follow creative, free-flowing people. And I feel that they inspire me the most! But as a creator, I completely understand what you're saying because UA-cam can be exhausting. It's such a difficult platform to navigate because everything is trial and error and most techniques are self-taught
To be transparent. I really enjoy seeing your insight on various topics. I honestly enjoy your company, being a transplant from the east coast I really miss the fast paced. rich and colorful conversation. Sending positive vibes 💜💜💜
Honestly sis, I see the desire to be a self made brand and business among our community, because it reclaims a lot of what we end up giving away for free by influencing others, but we are losing ourselves to conformity to meet general audiences. Don't these UA-camrs realise, they are just doing us but paler? Let the audience connect to you, not the other way around. Stay blessed, I ride for your channel and keep talking that talk, truth hurts, and pain can be a good thing when coming from love.
SPEAK THAT REAL SIS
sade watkins Always beloved, truth is real, you're real, so what else could I say :)
It's hard though. I upload content and talk about real stuff and no one watches. I upload a wig review and BOOM thousands of views. It's hard.It's never what I wanted my channel to be about but I thought that was the only way to grow my audience. I'll try not being so crazy about it and see what happens. The anxiety of not uploading "good content" causes me to be inconsistent.
Mimi Moments 1000% true. If it’s not hair they don’t watch 😭
I feel you so much on this!
What are some of your other topics?
ceah01 thank you for that. Something to think about!
same!!!
I wish I saw more Black female UA-camrs working together. I know it takes a lot of work but I would really love to watch it. I find myself watching Joe Budden and random docs now. I'm overrrrrrr makeup tutorials and reviews. I do not need another damn palette. I do not need another damn nude lipstick. The only black UA-camr I watch consistently is Patricia Bright. She is the only one I've watched since 2010 who has not let the money get to her head.
Mimi Moments agreed . Patricia is genuinely entertaining . Yt has gotten so dry that I’ve been watching videos off her old hair channel. I think it’s called blkhairgrowth or something like that
I thoroughly enjoy patricia and love the success that shes had but her videos have been click baity and routine imo
Deja Requel oooooh thaaaaanks
Linda Forson I see what you mean. I do still enjoy her content.
Not a Patricia B fan but i totally agree with the make up tutorials and another palette stuff. This is why im looking for new Black YT like Sade
I don’t know if you guys know Kingsley but he uploaded a video today talking about something similar. His UA-cam name is Kingsley lol. Black UA-cam is like real life honestly, a lot of people trying to do the same thing but not really doing it for the right reasons. They see others making money and think they can do it too. Everything isn’t for everybody.
I really enjoy you because you’re one of the realest on here. You like what you do and if you don’t feel like you don’t do it and that’s fine with me. You get to the bag but you realize that UA-cam not giving you benefits so why stress over it. I love you and your energy ❤️
Iv'e been feeling the same way with Black youtube the lack of substance and originality was driving me nuts. But! heres some Black UA-cam channels that never let me down:
- The Grapevine (Discussion panel that speaks on black related issue, Highly reccommend)
- MazeLee (Mixed family, moms black dad asian with 6 kids, with impeccable cinematography in EVERY vlog)
- MaryJane Byarm (Travel vlogs, she's planning to visit 100 countries before the year ends!)
and thats all I can think of right now, but each channel brings something different to the table which is very refreshing.
The Grapevine is so good! I love watching that channel. And I’m definitely going to try out Mary Jane’s channel. It seems really interesting.
Yes I love maryjane
Honestly💯I started binge watching the grape vine and saw how they progressed and maintained their authenticity and AMAZING content. There are some black debate channels which you can tell it’s mainly for views due to the topics, drama etc. Whereas the grapevine speaks about real issues in the community and doesn’t exploit viewers by using small moments in the clips as a mean of gaining publicity and blowing up drama
Esther Femi I know exactly what panel channels ur talking about lol couldn’t watch them anymore because of the negativity, grapevine always kept it authentic and the topics are always meaningful and fresh 🙌🏾
Star B. Yesss hope u enjoy her! She’s really chilled and laid back, one of my favs at the moment
Occasionally, I scroll through UA-cam to find or subscribe to more poc channels, but it's hard because there is a lack of originality. Its weird bc you get tired of seeing the same thing. As for you, I subscribed because you're just Sade, and that's real 👌🏾. Black UA-cam needs more authenticity, it's like people forget its more than one way to be on this app, but as you would say, " I digress" lol 🖤
😭😭😭😭😭 you brought it back with the “i digress”
sade watkins 😹😹
I’m 5 mins in & already agree with EVERYTHING your saying
Kluermoi hey meid😘
The mosquito thing right?
*When she said she dont want the mosquito biting her pum pum i died* 💀💀💀💀💀
I like conversation videos and I actually thought about making those videos myself because I can’t relate to most of the popular “gurus”. I feel like most people are bandwagon jumpers, jumping on the next best thing or dang near worshipping some of these “gurus”. I notice the non-over-the-top YTers don’t get much play on here. I miss old YT back in 2008. I was a new mom enjoying an outlet that seemed sincere and genuine. Now tho. Everything is sooooooo money driven that people are more enamored with high end bags, extra large homes, expensive cars and the showy display over a nice, humble and refreshing personality. I dunno, just one grown woman’s perspective.
I think that’s a GREAT idea. Let me know when you do that sis. I’m in support of that
Same! I have been having a hard time finding black YT’s that talk about things with substance...besides you. I’m sick of the same old stuff...the majority use the same “get money” tactics to bring viewers in. OF COURSE get ya money sis but I just wish more people could sprinkle in a little more authenticity. I’m so happy you bought this up, you never disappoint!
Yes to jouelzy and Evelyn from the internets! I love Hallease too 😍 but when it comes to UA-cam I watch them, you, the voodoo child, cosmeholics anonymous, funky Dineva and sometimes hey Paris & Daquana White. I’ve been watching a lot of story times, clothing hauls, show reviews etc. I love a good general review and/or tea video though lol
Omg i just got into funky di Eva and i be weeeeaaaakkk. I’m definitely gonna look into those other channels
What's crazy is that I don't always agree w/ your pov but I love watching your videos because you're personable. You do just enough of every type of content. As for other blk yt'ers their content is so theatrical. Every one these days want to be in front of the camera but everyone doesn't have the personality. Or at least they do the wrong type of content bc they're tryna keep up with the joneses.
I do think black UA-camrs have to do more to get a small amount of views. I think beauty preferences can bring in views, especially in the beauty community. I noticed some people can be repetitive but generally attractive and get tons of views.
I completely agree with you sis (which is one of the reasons I thank God for your channel!). UA-cam in general used to be so much better. I'm beyond done with the couple channels, fake pranks and all the money-making schemes. Not that I knock anyone making their coins, but I don't think authenticity should be available for purchase. I used to watch so many Black UA-camrs but now, not so much. It got boring after a while. Thank you so much for creating such a safe place for Black women. Thank you for sharing your stories and being so open with us while educating us and being an awesome guru. You're MUCH appreciated. As for my summer...I'm just taking online classes and preparing for a certification exam (medical coding). I'm also healing from a Lupus flare.
Sending some healing energy your way. My grandpa had lupus so i know how crazy that can be, and to everything else you said yes. The fake pranks and (some) couple channels are trash. They be doing TOOO much and the shit be wild fake. Like cmon 😭😭😭
Sooo true. I’m trying to do less hair videos and do more skits etc, cause you don’t see a lot of black people (especially black girls) doing that kinda stuff 🤷🏽♀️
TheCurlySage hey I love your channel😍
I completely agree black woman have so much more they need to uphold to be "great you tuber". I have been following you since 2016, I'm sorry I do not comment often, I love your channel and I love how you elaborate on things. I also love how real you are.
and my summer is going horribly.
I am the younger generation and I still feel the same way as you. Black YT isn’t the same as it once was. It’s harder for me to find people who don’t really follow the trends and actually are themselves in the vids. I’m so happy I found you. All your long talks be straight facts. Love yah 💕
I def feel like within black yt is missing wanting to help each other out. I feel like in the white yt community they are always trying to see each other win.
heeeyloves The white side of UA-cam is about making money and they are ruthless. If there’s no money in it they’re not doing it. You think creators want to wait two days for Tana Mongeau to show up? Nope, but they know when she DOES show up she’s bringing them coins. lol
TGRAM7 Yessss I agree!!
No offense but I'm guessing a lot of you find black youtube boring bc you guys don't go looking for black small youtubers. Your only focused on the Big youtubers. There are people producing mad content that get no love. These people are innovative and not creating for money but for fun. Im dead serious all you have to do is search #blacksmallyoutubers or if you don't like what you see, set up and be that change.
Mz Kegz this! UA-cam ain’t boring at all. Support the smaller channels!
You are the only UA-camr that I can watch just sit and talk. I can’t pinpoint it exactly but you can talk about yourself without sounding so vain and full of yourself. I find myself skipping those parts of videos these days or just not watching altogether. I love your personality and rawness. Please don’t change!
Being a UA-camr especially a black UA-camr I find myself having to be a Jane of All Trades. My videos have to be both entertaining and over the top because I make typical “beauty, lifestyle, fashion” content. Every video has to be a motion picture so I won’t be pushed to the back. It’s tiring. Just recently I had to take a break to regroup but then I find myself being more anxious that I took a break.
Thank you for being so transparent with important topics like mental illnesses this is so necessary.
I really miss the black storytellers of yesterday's youtube. People like brian bee, Qaadir Howard, marfmellow, Kid Fury..some of them still post infrequently or have moved to other more lucrative platforms which is understandable. But those were the original "story time" videos -- they were authentic and hilarious and watching them just felt like kickin it with a friend telling you the latest bs in their life.
I think Jouelzy, Evelyn, Hallease, Beleaf in Fatherhood are making some of the best videos on youtube atm
As far as makeup/beauty goes, I think Chizi Duru has done a great job in terms of growing her brand but still staying true to the personality that brought a lot of her audience to her channel.
love2laugh yes!!! I can watch old Furious Thoughts and still die laughing. And shout out to those girls holding it down!!! Another youtuber I just discovered who is interesting with the same comedic, just regular chatty videos are Rhea Allen (Brit youtuber on the come up) and F0XY(she’s been on around for a while but is still super cool)
I've literally grew up on YT & watched so many great black youtubers, they literally were my childhood. I go back searching for them and of course they're no longer on here which is fine. But I also feel like it comes from the pressure of these other youtubers and the fakeness thats on here. All the people who are genuine don't get the amount of love and support that they should. Instead they turn to becoming fake just to be popular and it saddens my soul. I want all the genuine, beautiful black youtubers to come back and shine the way they used too. Of course you have to get your coins at times but it shouldn't change your entire character of who you are the way these people do nowadays.
UA-cam used to be so much funnier and entertaining back then because everyone did what they loved genuinely. They do it cause the coin. They didn’t do it for clout. They didn’t do it just to do it lol. They did it to make people happy and for entertainment. And I just think that’s what yt and black yt is missing. The genuineness. Although yt has evolved beautifully with all the hair care tips, and cheap hauls and people sharing stories of many alike etc...I still miss that genuineness and something new to find on yt besides these corny ass pranks and these cheating ass boyfriend these females like to share LMAO. I’m just over it. I love your yt page and shit you deserve your coin overall. You work hard and make it easier for us with certain things when it comes down to it. I appreciate that and I LOVE your yt page. Anywho, #preachsis.
perfect way to end the night 💙💙
I think one thing that I miss from the black yt community is aesthetically pleasing videos/vlogs
I can listen to you talk about anything literally all day. You’re like a big sister to me even though you don’t know me lol. But the way you’re open about everything is why I’ve been subscribed for like over 2 years. I love your genuineness! ❤️
I feel this. When I first wanted to start UA-cam, I was ready to be that beauty guru because that's what's been on this platform, but that's not me. My whole life routine is lazy lmaoo and I'd be lying to myself if I tried that shit.
I agree that in order to be really successful you have to do a multitude of things when being black. I have been watching your videos for years and I love watching the raw uncut Sade who talks about life experiences,growth and spirituality
I love how honest and transparent you are 💕
Can I just say that I’m SUPER excited to hear that you don’t have plans to quit UA-cam in the future? To think that we will have the pleasure to grow and simultaneously watch you grow makes what you present that much more special.
For Black UA-camrs, honestly I am enjoying the mental health, empowerment, self improvement, and lifestyle videos because I feel like seeing those meaningful positive representations is refreshing versus the “us” that society and public media would have us to think that we are. I love growth and growing with people, and to think that we can all share experiences and tips to live our best lives- THATS what I’m into seeing.
can you make a video about 10 things you would say to your younger self
Kamyiahh 420 she did that a while ago..
Zae Symone what’s the video called?
Your skin is GLOWING Sade. I agree, I started creating on this platform 10 months ago and although my channel is growing super slowwww and I am far away from seeing any form of coin on here, I do it knowing that my contents offer something different and those that do rock with me do so with their entire heart - that comes with a fulfilling feeling.
I definitely agree, black content creators have to do so much more just to be even scrape the surface. Lots of time, black youtubers have to be involved with some sort of drama to even mentioned on an everyday level.
For example: 4yallent (the richard brothers) are so creative and and EXCEPTIONAL editors and the barley post but when they do it’s always quality content, but they don’t get the recognition they deserve. *honorable mention is Bri Hall
And you: you provide such a safe space for young black people to speak on certain this and become aware of certain things, we otherwise wouldn’t have the option to do. Your aura and your personality is so super hard to describe but you do so much more for us than you’d ever know. ❤️
I’m creating a UA-cam to talk about real stuff. I don’t want my channel to be like everyone else’s...I want it to be raw, fun to watch, and helpful! But thank you for this video!!! ❤️
MustBeMia same!!
The black side of UA-cam is definitely not as good as it used to be. It’s really hard finding youtubers that are authentic and transparent. I would also love to see more skits!
Some of my favorites channels other than yours are: Teanna Empowers, Adrian Xpressions, Kennie J.D., The Grapevine, F0XYHOTMESS and Tre Melvin. There are more but I can’t think of them at the moment. All of them are different but amazing for different reasons.
The first couple minutes when you talked about how a lot of UA-camrs unintentionally follow a mold was so spot on! I feel like that's part of what sets you apart and why I love this channel. Your channel is about you and your life and your authenticity; that never gets old
I can honestly say, I miss raw black UA-cam!! Like you mentioned there is a lot of "branding" on UA-cam (Which I understand, because ppl are trying to make their coint) but all the commercial bullshit becomes draining !! I swear, your UA-cam is SO refreshing. Every time I watch a video it's like I'm just chilling in your room chatting with my homie, another east coast (I'm from Jersey) black woman who I can relate to so much. I don't know if it's just the ppl I'm following or what, but I get SO much satisfaction from a chill vibe. Especially on days where my own personal world is filled with chaos, just chilling in my room, watching your videos, and listening to someone who I find very relatable IS SO IMPORTANT !!! I value you and your channel SO MUCH !!
I also wanted to ask if you or any of your subbies know of any other black female UA-camrs from the Tri-state area ( New York, New Jersey, Philly) that are pretty consistent with content on UA-cam that I can watch ?? I follow a lot of ladies from Los Angeles & the South......and though I enjoy some of their content, their daily lives aren't retable to mine !! I want to follow some ladies from my area that can talk about "east coast experiences" or even fun places and restaurants that are accessible to me !!! Waking up and going on a shopping spring on Rodeo drive, or going to Disney land isn't something I can do, but hopping on the train and going to that new lit hookah lounge in Brooklyn or Philly is something that I can do !!!
WOW! I understand 10000% about the "Brain Fog".I've been suffering lately with EXACLY what you described but never knew why or what to call it. I'd think I was "slow" at times & its embarrassing. But patience is a way I clarify my verbiage and points.
I genuinely love when you come on here and just speak your mind. It's so much easier to self reflect (i find) when i just run off at the mouth about stuff that's on my mind, and i see that similarity. i resonate with you and your words and i completely understand that manic all of the place mental state where its hard to slow down, but girl you doing the damn thing so keep it up :) we enjoy you and all your wisdoms
absolutely 100 percent agree. I love to support my black content creators, and always will - but the vibe is super samey alot of the time. I also think there's a pressure to put out a certain type of video because we already can struggle with visibilty on here. sidenote..skincare routine or nah? lol x
Thank you for having a meaningful UA-cam a lot of these Black yt channels give us entertainment for 13 yr olds it gives me no entertainment speak on it sis
I appreciate how calm you deliver these soul piercing truths. It makes me laugh because you speak them so casually, but it's actually everything we all need.
Sade is back... yayyy! ❤❤❤❤
Edit: I totally agree with you on black YT being boring. Honestly, if it wasn't for black YT being so open, interesting & fun (years ago), I wouldn't have found you. I am so grateful i have found you. Thanks Sade.
YT is over saturated with people attempting to meet a “standard”of the bigger YT channels. I think that is why we appreciate you so much YOU ARE AUTHENTIC SIS!!! I wish it was back how it used to be. Thank you for being you!!
I really enjoy storytimes and hauls from black youtubers. I feel like the dressing style and aesthetic of black girls is more realistic to the stuff i would actually wear, so i really wish there was more hauls.
Mental health definitely needs to be discussed on every platform ! In the black community we’ve learned keep everything on the hush hush. “What happens in this house stays in the house” kind of mentality. I still love hair , beauty , hauls. Sade you are my girl always keep shit so real 😩❤️❤️
girl i just need to say this... ive only ever seen two of your videos and i need to see more.. you just seem so effortless and genuine to me and you're honest. this is the kind of content i like. just honest and being yourself in front of a camera. thanks for being you sis fr it's refreshing
I completely agree. I feel like non black youtubers can do the bare minimum to become a star. Its become harder and harder to find just real down to earth black you tubers. I thought I was the only one who wasn't really interested in boyfriend tags and updates... like it just so scripted at this point. What I would want to see is more vulnerability but thats probably not going to happen because of social media and people judging which can be very hard on anyone with a stable following big or small.
Came across your channel about a month or so ago and I’m so happy I did, it’s refreshing to not see the same videos OVER AND OVER AGAIN so thank you for the content you put out ✨ continue to prosper love 💕
In the words of Juicy from Little woman LA “CAN YOU COME UP WITH SOMETHING ELSE CAN YOU COME UP WITH SOMETHING ELSE??!!) I know it’s easier said than done but everything is so repetitive (& I understand for many it’s a job but instead of taking a leap of faith that is easier to do when your a youtuber with a solid subscriber base ppl want to play it safe) we do not need the same tutorials over again when all you might do is change the comb & a different product unless it’s something live changing... I’m on UA-cam way to much I will admit but I’m just looking for people who are creative or at least honest ... I will compare it to music and artists I listen to if I don’t feel what you are saying I don’t care & don’t want to come back.
Girl you everywhere and I love it make a channel already
Girl I feel you part of the reason why I joined UA-cam bring something different especially in the black makeup community like when it comes to doing looks you see the same thing over and over nothing really different
I just wanna see realness from black UA-camrs, not storytimes and drama but life lessons and deep talks. I like how you talk about mental health and relationships and real stuff not showing off with makeup and cars and fancy holidays, it's all fake from a lot of these Instagrammers and UA-camrs and it perpetuates a consumer culture which makes the general public think we need more stuff, we need this lavish lifestyle but actually we just need to talk and think and enjoy the real things in life
Sade, I Really Enjoyed This Intimate Talk With You!!! Thanks For Being So Opened And Honest!!!♥
I had to pause the video to comment this.
I LOVE you okurrrr! You just spoke life into me hunny! I have been debating on becoming a UA-camr for so long and I have talked down on myself because I don’t “fit in” constantly telling myself that people can’t relate to me or I’ll be “that girl” whose life is complete shit compared to the way that everyone portrays themselves! I’m 25, I just had a kid, my child’s father is a asshole! My family sucks, I bust my ass and I cry a lot! But in the meantime I’m tryna boss up and live my best life and take care of mine.
You the GOAT 🤟🏾, I might move forward with this thanks to you. You a real one 💯
Sade’s talking videos are literally the beat to just sit and listen to. I just understand her so clearly, it’s really refreshing!
Honestly the fact that I can sit here and watch you talk is all for enough; I don’t need anyone telling me how to do what unless I need it be but just talking about relative everyday life fulfills my UA-cam needs and I think that’s what the BlK UA-cam lacks. They feel pressed to do everything and then they all blend into one big blob and now it’s like hmmm who do I feel like dealing with today. But love your page when I have the time!
I love this!! Very true about the code switching . I have issues with people feeling like I “switch up.” But I just believe like you said we adjust to get to what we need . I appreciate you so much. You keep things so genuine and raw.
I be trying to find new black youtubers to watch but they seem to all have the same persona, they in too much drama, or they filming on a minute phone. I’ve been able to find some ones tht I like but I haven’t found not one new one to watch this year that does the beauty/vlogger style I like.
tamiera me filming on my minute phone 😂😂
Jayla koriyan
Every time I come to your yt you are always on the money. You challenge my way of thinking and shining a light on things I am going through and help a sister push through the "opposing forces" in my mind. Keep being you and sharing.
Nah I resonate with you a lot and I really appreciate the type of content ur putting out. I miss YTubers that just tell it how it is of what’s going on and still giving us creative content. Everything now is mostly glitz and sugar coated (which I don’t mind for the most part) but lately I definitely been getting bored because I just want to sit and listen or watch some real shit. Mind you now a days things only get real when people get exposed or something.
You are such a gem I SWEAR ! these vids mean so much to me cause GURLLLL DA MESSAGE
In every video you’ve talked about your brain fog/ or depersonalization I’ve never felt more understood. Your train of thought is so raw and purely enlightening that it helps me realign my own thoughts and helps me realize that they are normal and other people think similarly as me (regardless of how lonely and lost it makes me feel at times) I love your videos sm 💛
I know this random, but I love to watch your videos because I learn new vocabulary, and I start to implement these words into my own 🧡 and you’re so right youtube is getting boring. Me, and my sister would talk about how it wasn’t like before. It’s like the same content is being redone over, and over 😩
I’ve been thinking the same thing for a while now. A lot of the content is repetitive and rinsed. I feel like I’ve watched the same video just a different face with most black YT. I wanna support my people but I can’t force watching boring content. I only watch about 5 people consistently nowadays , you’re one of them
You know what this is why I fw your channel so hard bc you be saying THE RIGHT SHIT! you say things that everybody else won't say
i loveeeee your channel and i'm so happy i found it through this hair review lmaoo. i understand what youre saying for sure. i actually was discouraged from creating my own channel for some time because of the "it Black girl thing" being worried about the numbers rather than quality of content and just being genuine! thanks for this affirmation
you’re really the only youtuber who i can sit here and listen to all day i love your long talk videos and everything that you put out
I feel what you're saying. UA-cam just isn't as entertaining and real, but I will say that youtube inspired me to be more open about stuff, including mental illness and other things the black community doesn't wanna talk about.
Btw I've been wanting to say that I remember you from MVHS for a while but I didn't know how to say it without sounding like a creep, since I'm 99% sure you'd have no idea who I am lol. I'm glad to see people I "know" on the come up so I wanted to say congrats on the success of your channel.
I love your talk through videos, You sound so educated when you speak and you always keep it REAL!
I agree. It’s like it’s the same wig review, the same makeup tutorial, the same shit they doing in a vlog everyday 🙄 it’s like a lot of black YTers get in this routine like yt is a job or something and they just keep pushing out the same content which becomes boring and predictable
Your videos are always such a vibe omfg 😩 I always feel the need to light a candle and burn incense when I watch you. I really love your videos 😭❤️
It’s obvious that most people watch my channel because of my locs /how to’s which is fine. Moreover, a recent video I did about being depressed and about 6 people watched it 😂💀 Nah but seriously, I always did UA-cam to get out of my shell and look back on how far I’ve grown. I never did it for the money but used it as a hobby. Thats why I never got into my feelings about the monetizing, *however* if and when the opportunity comes, I’ll take it
I wish I had someone like you to talk to on the daily ... I love your vibe ✌🏾
i love hearing you talk about mental health and things surrounding positive thinking
Your sit down vids talking openly are my fav
They feel so genuine
Appreciate your content 💓
Sadeeeee! Yes!!!! i cant tell you how much i scour this website trying to find smaller black youtubers just to get something different!! im tired of seeing the same popular faces doing the same thing. i think that's why i like you so much tho. youre so genuine in your videos and it's really a breath of fresh air
Girlllll you took the words right out my mouth. I feel the exact same way on every topic you touched in this video. I tried to make it a job based off the sponsorships that this platform can give you and it didn’t make it fun anymore. I rarely upload now b/c of that. But I plan on getting back to the fun really soon.
Really appreciate this video sis 🤗❤️❤️
Wasn’t subscribed to your channel but I saw the title and instantly had to click , lol I’ve been feeling like yt has been soo boring, my old favs basically don’t make videos anymore or if they do it’s so short or rushed . Most of the time I like watching small youtubers like myself lol I just feel like no one is on here really and if they are it’s just about money 💰.🤷🏾♀️
"and my towel is wide open, i don't want him coming and biting my pum pum" lmaooooo 😂😂😂😂😂
i loved the video, you made a lot of good points
Your channel is really a breathe of freshly air, one of my faves honestly
This is so real.. i think most of black youtube has been very boring and scripted these days but it motivated me to create something else on my Channel something that i don't see a lot of people do. I started my channel with one rule IDC about brands why should i be quite about something because of fear that brands dont want to work with me in the Future ,, i dont really care i will always be myself the moment people can make some coins they let fear enter in their life.. i hope w people like you we can change the culture on UA-cam ! Love your raw videos xx
I gravitate towards UA-camrs that are authentic in their content and approach; be it beauty, fashion, or straight talk. This is why I come back to channels like yours and Joulezy, Evelyn, Just Call Me Wah etc. My dream is to have certain UA-camrs on a panel just discussing current events or anything! You, Joulezy, AndrianExpression, King of Reads, and so many more. I feel like the YT has lost depth and original ideas. Its been saturated with nonesense tbh and there's no take away.
I've been subscribed for a while and i'll admit that some of your videos have gone unwatched. I'm just drawn to some content more then others. I agree that black yt has been overrun with pranks, boring vlogs, clickbait, fake couples and etc. I mean all of that is cool but it can get irritating to see the same things over and over again. With your channel and a handful of others there's a freshness you don't see often. Your real not fake proper or fake hood for the camera. That's why I subbed and it's nice to witness your channel's growth. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH -Mykala💕💕💕💕💕
I’m so happy I found this video and your channel! I’ve been thinking this for so long and i wanted to make a video about it! I do jump rope videos and I think it’s such a cool niche. I see a lot of black creators doing the same content because they think that’s all they can do to grow an audience. There are so many other ways to grow a channel that don’t involve couple videos! Thanks for the video!
I just love you and what you bring to UA-cam itself... very grateful and proud to be one of your supporters ❤️ you teach me so much and just feed my mind
“Is that a fucking mosquito?” MOOD all summer 18
I love conversational videos where people talk about their life, feelings, opinions etc. that’s my favorite. People who actually speak to the subscribers. But I also love beauty videos. 😂