How do you love rap when rap doesn’t love you back? From Rico Nasty’s harassment from toxic Carti fans, to Saucy Santana's unapologetically femme aesthetics in a queerphobic industry, to the assault case that put Megan Thee Stallion’s entire image on trial, each episode of Louder Than A Riot - the second season of our investigative hip-hop podcast - unpacks the unspoken rules of rap that hold the entire culture back. Tap in to our first episode at n.pr/louder-season-2.
Come through Cordae. I love how he saw how the industry was going and almost went down that path too but said no I’m going to stay true to me and the sound I want. Good for him!
@@theherbpuffer I like Cordae but under 25 I have better options, A-F-R-O is still my #1 pick under 25 and Token #2 lastly #3 Shaun Price cause doing Sean P's bars ain't no joke and she is a living personification of her father already. DAX is unfortunately 27 to make this list. Short list under 25 unfortunately.
"Eight months with no phone, we're aiming for brilliance." "I heard the caged bird sing, and it's a beautiful sound." Cordae's musicianship and lyrical brilliance is shining through so clearly on every track of this performance. What great use of the backing vocalists, band, and of course the rhythms and rhymes of his own rapping. Congrats to Cordae on a fantastic new release!
Amazing how he released his project today and the tiny desk joint out today too. timing is of the essence! i just heard the whole project a hour ago and oh my god this kid is sooooooo intelligent and he's such an amazing talent. 2022 is already filled with good music from great talent already. PROUD OF YOU CORDAE I love the old soul
AND HIS GIRL A TENNIS STAR HE IS THE PINNICLE OF WHAT WE NEED IN THIS INDUSTRY. In all seriousness he's been a breath of fresh air for years now and he's gonna be around for a while AND STAMP THAT
@@gregcrosson5404 You say that like mick jenkins, KAAN, Saba, Aaron May, Kota the friend, Westside Boogie, Navy Blue, MIKE, Mavi, Mach Hommy, Lute, Ray Vaughan, etc don't exist.
@@theherbpuffer you’re all over the comment section hating, trying to discredit Cordae’s talent and fans of his liking his music. We get it you don’t like him , and you want others to only like what you like.
Always Nice to hear an artist performed with live music/instruments...IMO It always show how good an artist is... He's good n great performance.. 🎶🎶🎵 🎺 🥁 🎸 🎻 🎹 🎶🎶
This is my first time listening to Cordae, and I like that his music has context, some feel good rap, that you want to keep playing. Live, the energy is phenomenal can't help but to smile.
This turned me to a huge Cordae fan, the vibes and the rawness. As usual thank you Tiny Desk for putting on the real artist and showing us their hearts for FREE.
This man is such a breath of fresh air! Love to hear him speak and his creativity as an artist has so much range. Keep going Cordae you are necessary to and for the culture. Much love Young King!
He really is a one of a kind person. He is such a genius but also comedic and still can act like a young adult all in one. Mad respect and incredible music and style from Cordae. FABEV
Album is brilliant and something that as a 27 year old with a 5 year old loved hearing knowing there are positive vibrations still flowing in this world of madness.
I pointed him out when he was with YBN. Hes such a wonderful artist. His progression is amazing. The passion is there. Hes different. He tells the truth. His sounds pure.
How do you look like Terrance Howard, perform like Anderson Paak, spit like Kendrick and Cole, and move through life like chance ❤️. Love this kid big ups
Loved the album already but this was AMAZING to watch, it addes even more value to his already fantastic fresh body of work! Ecstatic performance 🥂 you are an artist with an A , boy!
From the comments have been reading I’m not sure y’all actually connected to this performance, I’m i the only one listening to this man’s vocals??, been a fan of cordae since ybn, lost boy was gold but FABEV is definitely going platinum
His vocals have evolved LEVELS. He basically performed hits with features SOLO on this performance. Truly impressive. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🏁🏁🏁🏁 Sounds like he has been jamming out to his own songs for a while and learned how to sing better through that process. I know what that feels like. He is pushing many of us through witnessing his own process. Priceless. We are witnessing a King grow.
Was only thinking I would listen to the first song because that's what I was looking for after seeing a snippet on a UA-cam short. Ended up listening to the whole thing. Cordae is the future.
such a beautiful performance!! it’s so amazing to see him grow as an artist and creative- he seems in his element for sure and so joyous. the confidence is bursting through him 💓⭐️⭐️⭐️ superstar.
Wow, one of my favorite rappers evolved into what I've been trying to put into motion for a minute. I love it. Cordae says "stop thinking and start doing", through this performance.
Living in a time where rap is so watered down, its nice to have Cordae give us something real. I felt the energy and the emotion he puts into his music, truly an artist. Cordae a real musician and entertainer, respect
Liked. I believe in Cordae. He’s on purpose. You can tell it’s growth and focus looking effortless. His bop ain’t nothing but pure found confirmation in SELF
![Cordae & Anderson .Paak - RNP [Official Music Video]](/img/n.gif)
How do you love rap when rap doesn’t love you back? From Rico Nasty’s harassment from toxic Carti fans, to Saucy Santana's unapologetically femme aesthetics in a queerphobic industry, to the assault case that put Megan Thee Stallion’s entire image on trial, each episode of Louder Than A Riot - the second season of our investigative hip-hop podcast - unpacks the unspoken rules of rap that hold the entire culture back. Tap in to our first episode at n.pr/louder-season-2.
Come through Cordae. I love how he saw how the industry was going and almost went down that path too but said no I’m going to stay true to me and the sound I want. Good for him!
Facts❤️💫🙏🏾
💯
👏
really tho.. facts
@@skinnyminnieog facts. Hahaha so lame your way of talking
His marketing team is doing their job well. He's everywhere. Good promotion.
He's album so fire tho
@@mattycampy please don’t compare the island boys to cordae 😂
yes its amazing hes the goat i love him so much
maybe it’s him.
To bad that the sound engineer messed up a bit the mixing.
Cordae literally is one of the most matured rappers of his generation.
Probably the best under 25; Him and Aaron May. Might give the edge to Aaron since he's only 20 and has already dropped a couple fire projects
@@theherbpuffer I like Cordae but under 25 I have better options, A-F-R-O is still my #1 pick under 25 and Token #2 lastly #3 Shaun Price cause doing Sean P's bars ain't no joke and she is a living personification of her father already. DAX is unfortunately 27 to make this list. Short list under 25 unfortunately.
@@KrAOLo YOUR A JOKE!🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡
@@Milkers777 like your response, a lot like your taste in music, no substance.
@@Milkers777 its called an opinion
"Eight months with no phone, we're aiming for brilliance." "I heard the caged bird sing, and it's a beautiful sound." Cordae's musicianship and lyrical brilliance is shining through so clearly on every track of this performance. What great use of the backing vocalists, band, and of course the rhythms and rhymes of his own rapping. Congrats to Cordae on a fantastic new release!
the caged bird is straight from Maya Angelou, that's awesome.
The cadence is flawless
8 months with no phone; is that a kendrick reference?
Oh I thought caged birds from Tobe Nigwe
Amazing how he released his project today and the tiny desk joint out today too. timing is of the essence! i just heard the whole project a hour ago and oh my god this kid is sooooooo intelligent and he's such an amazing talent. 2022 is already filled with good music from great talent already. PROUD OF YOU CORDAE I love the old soul
that's called clever marketing) it's good though!
@@SashaTromsa I was about to say, it’s called a well planned rollout haha
The progression is real man. The singing and rapping cadence really makes the complete package
Very well said👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🏁🏁🏁🏁
AND HIS GIRL A TENNIS STAR HE IS THE PINNICLE OF WHAT WE NEED IN THIS INDUSTRY. In all seriousness he's been a breath of fresh air for years now and he's gonna be around for a while AND STAMP THAT
This is my first time hearing him and dang I like his music and vibe! NPR didn’t let me down as always!!!!
This dude is the future of real rap, insane talent!
go check out the new album
@@xxdunruly328 I will I willll
@@gregcrosson5404 You say that like mick jenkins, KAAN, Saba, Aaron May, Kota the friend, Westside Boogie, Navy Blue, MIKE, Mavi, Mach Hommy, Lute, Ray Vaughan, etc don't exist.
@@theherbpuffer you’re all over the comment section hating, trying to discredit Cordae’s talent and fans of his liking his music. We get it you don’t like him , and you want others to only like what you like.
This man doing a full roll out on all media.
Cordae killed this performance! And broke out the uncle dance moves🔥🔥
Cordae is switching the rap game up with that first joint jazzy & nice.
Nah b , Saba been there
Mac Miller been there too homie
Kendrick , Kanye
Always Nice to hear an artist performed with live music/instruments...IMO It always show how good an artist is... He's good n great performance.. 🎶🎶🎵 🎺 🥁 🎸 🎻 🎹 🎶🎶
YESSIR! NPR's one of the best music channels ever, I swear.
And ( colors )😉
He’s like a super soulful fusion of Kendrick and Cole… The whole album is a vibe!! Real bars, soul beats, I love it!
Mix of Chance and Anderson Paak
I agree
he great for sure! but I don't see any Kendrick influence/vibe at all. Straight hiphop though, he's nice
I see the Cole influence easy, a lot of Cole lines rewritten in his new album
@@theherbpuffer EUGHH u spittin
This is my first time listening to Cordae, and I like that his music has context, some feel good rap, that you want to keep playing. Live, the energy is phenomenal can't help but to smile.
this has instantly became one of my favourite tiny desks. The new album is great, can’t wait to watch Cordae keep evolving, he’s still so young
This turned me to a huge Cordae fan, the vibes and the rawness. As usual thank you Tiny Desk for putting on the real artist and showing us their hearts for FREE.
This man is such a breath of fresh air! Love to hear him speak and his creativity as an artist has so much range. Keep going Cordae you are necessary to and for the culture. Much love Young King!
So refreshing to hear lyrics like this again.
Cordae not the only one doing it.
@@theherbpuffer name a few he actually raps & don’t talk about sipping lean & spinning the block
@@getmoneychill6462 Oh man you're missing out on so many good artists. All of Griselda, Freddie Gibbs, Isaiah Rashad, Saba and so many more
No one as young as Cordae are close to him, the ceiling it limitless
@@gregcrosson5404 JID
Im super impressed. His growth is crazy
No Cap
Well said
This is dude is actually really talented and needs more recognition!
Mainstream never gives recognition, he already has respect from legends. He will go far, we are just here to bear witness, what a treat!
@@AWildCatMan so true
His debut album received a Grammy nomination, he’s not doing too bad rn
Cordae is such a young gem. He's a legend in the making
I love this kid. I'm so glad he dropped YBN. He is doing so much better on his own!! This vibe is swoon worthy
He really is a one of a kind person. He is such a genius but also comedic and still can act like a young adult all in one. Mad respect and incredible music and style from Cordae. FABEV
Ever since the release, it’s been on repeat 🔁 Especially C Carter, my fav
Cordae is a talented young man. This performance was perfect.
Cordae is just so good man, expect to see Kota the friend here one day too
This fam is basically Chance and Anderson .Paak rolled into one, what a talent
With a dash of Cole (-Paak’s colorism)
I agree, first listen I thought Cole and Paak
@@qtipp81 And a sprinkle of Mac Miller...
Literally everybody. Hes so versatile
Cordae very talented musician but a album with Bruno Mars would be crazy he gonna be around for a min
Album is brilliant and something that as a 27 year old with a 5 year old loved hearing knowing there are positive vibrations still flowing in this world of madness.
Cordae you are a real student of the game. Your music is full of classics.
When someone with such talent actually truly wants to be great for all the right reasons is a beautiful thing.
Absolutely love hearing Cordae stripped down like this. He's been everywhere recently promoting the album and I love it
cordae jhus giving us back to back 🔥🔥🔥 wat a way to start the year. this feels so good keep winning mhan
This Is how you get back to roots of soul music... Real Voices, lyrics and real instruments...very talented band... 👏👏
I pointed him out when he was with YBN. Hes such a wonderful artist. His progression is amazing. The passion is there. Hes different. He tells the truth. His sounds pure.
Real recognize real
Cordae is in a different bag. It's so dope to hear.
Absolutely loveeee Cordae! The Hip Hop and R&B we need!! Been at this for minute too!! Messages in his music.
there are definitely Tiny Desks with people standing in the home concerts...super fun music Cordae!
To everyone that enjoyed this God Bless You you obviously deserve this bomb happy making music
Cordae brings Rap and some smooth Soul vibes . His back up vocalist are on point 🔥🔥👍🏽👍🏽
Cordae is one of the greats according to me
I truly love seeing cordae grow and come into himself this amazing
I can't wait to see him grow as an artist and listen to his new stuff, man's a legend
Cordae is one of the best out there, we need to appreciate the man🙌
Cordae has a very different presence to him and he's def going to be here for a long time. Wow!
There's a reason legends be hopping on this mans tracks!
I love this young man he stays true to himself.
Love how he opening up, it’s all about the vision.. he’s in front of thousands in his head
I feel like he could’ve waited a little bit longer on this one though. Loved that he was having fun though
The D.C/MD area just like so many other places is unforgivable sometimes, keep your head up big dawg!!! I know ya boii watchin over you.
Cordae really just dropped album of the year and didn’t think we’d notice
He should've introduced the band and back up singers, they were bringing hella vibes
Otherwise, 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Never thought of that but I agree, they always do that.
He did step out at the end and leave the spotlight on the band. Haven't seen that before. So there's that.
A youth from the DMV taking over…love to see it.
First time hearing this man and his beautiful band, I’m a new fan. This is why I stay coming back to npr tiny desk.
This man’s work ethic is amazing!! Perfect timing!!
How do you look like Terrance Howard, perform like Anderson Paak, spit like Kendrick and Cole, and move through life like chance ❤️. Love this kid big ups
Loved the album already but this was AMAZING to watch, it addes even more value to his already fantastic fresh body of work! Ecstatic performance 🥂 you are an artist with an A , boy!
I couldn't get past the first three songs without having to pause and catch my thoughts. Overwhelming 🔥❤️
Okay Cordae... you came to perform perform! Working the subtle mic stand tricks and incorporating them JB hits... I dig it.
I was already impressed after listening to the album but this is next level. Excellent music!
The INSTRUMENTALS ANNND VOCALSSSS👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Shouts out to you Cordae !! A legend in the making fs. 🦅
Had the pleasure seeing this guy live a couple years ago and he's was great then. I enjoyed this even more
seeing the evolution of a performer is so entertaining. He just moving different now!~
The energy is everything for this concert!💙💪🏾🎶🎶
im so glad cordae got to do this cordae is the goat 🐐 i love him so much man!!
Another classic I'll continuously watch! 💯 thank you, Tiny Desk. 💪 now We need Paak & Cordae Album! 🔥
Love watching his growth. Only getting better and bigger.
I was introduced to Cordae by a segment on NPR. Downloaded the record and have been listening to it ever since. Love Hip Hop with a live band!
The opening with a beautiful guitar and the guitar textures are rich innovations, the hairy brought an unusual and tasteful R&B mood.
I was so excited when he said to perform one of the OG joints
From the comments have been reading I’m not sure y’all actually connected to this performance, I’m i the only one listening to this man’s vocals??, been a fan of cordae since ybn, lost boy was gold but FABEV is definitely going platinum
Best Rap Album and Best Rap Song Grammy nominated The Lost Boy by Cordae. Loving his album too, agree def platinum. All North Carolina everything!
His vocals have evolved LEVELS. He basically performed hits with features SOLO on this performance. Truly impressive. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🏁🏁🏁🏁 Sounds like he has been jamming out to his own songs for a while and learned how to sing better through that process. I know what that feels like. He is pushing many of us through witnessing his own process. Priceless. We are witnessing a King grow.
a young .paak, visionary, beautiful.
I'm here for the DMV Love for Cordae and the Sisterly love for @SingPhilly Get it Philly!!! 😍😉🏆❗
he's so talented ... truly inspiring in helping me finding purpose on my path
This is my first time listening to Cordae... And wow this is SO good. I'm definitely going to have to see him live!
Just sw8tch over from Tems desk concert, do your thing young boy!!!, sound good, proud of this baltimore boy.
Hold up, I love him... why am I now finding him out?! Definitely my vibe ✨
his growth since ybn is insane bro cordae makin the dmv proud every day
I didnt know he could lowkey sing. Hes putting in work
Low key for real...
I’m so proud to be a Cordae fan he never disappoints. NEVER! Keep up the good work King.
Was only thinking I would listen to the first song because that's what I was looking for after seeing a snippet on a UA-cam short. Ended up listening to the whole thing. Cordae is the future.
That anderson paak vibe seeping thru… cordae making his own path🔥🔥
This is a performance and a half. Cordae superb singing and rapping, backing vocalists killing it. 👏 this one is up there with Ty$ and .Paak's nprs
From a birds eye view already slapping 🤌🏽
Setting a great example for the young generation. Beautiful for music ✊🏽 especially from a young black man.. 🙏🏽
This was so good! Definitely listening to his new project now!
RNP has to be one of my fave Cordae tracks.
such a beautiful performance!! it’s so amazing to see him grow as an artist and creative- he seems in his element for sure and so joyous. the confidence is bursting through him 💓⭐️⭐️⭐️ superstar.
Wow, one of my favorite rappers evolved into what I've been trying to put into motion for a minute. I love it. Cordae says "stop thinking and start doing", through this performance.
I’m happy he performed Thousand words
This is one of the best hip hop tiny desks concerts I have seen. The replay is on point. Well done champ
i cant with this dude, i love him, so much fresh energy
Young 🐐🔥🔥🔥🔥
Living in a time where rap is so watered down, its nice to have Cordae give us something real. I felt the energy and the emotion he puts into his music, truly an artist. Cordae a real musician and entertainer, respect
Cordae just hopped on the music. I see the rap and the lyrics, but what a musical set👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Perfect timing!
He deserve whatever he want cuz sheeeshhh. He puttin soul in barss
I’m in love with this album!
Liked. I believe in Cordae. He’s on purpose. You can tell it’s growth and focus looking effortless. His bop ain’t nothing but pure found confirmation in SELF