Ab-Soul On Relationship w/ TDE, Mac Miller, Nipsey Hussle, Do Better Challenge + New Project

Ab-Soul sits down with Ebro in the Morning to discuss his relationship with TDE, his long time off, feeling pressure, losing Mac Miller & Nipsey Hussle, Do Better Challenge, and his new project!
'Herbert' is set to be released December 16.
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[@nuuwave]

I feel like Ab is slept on for his bars when it comes to the average listeners. Not only is his wordplay crazy - every word has a purpose. No fillers. No duds. Just pure substance and deserves more recognition for that, alone.

[@90sinjin]

Hes not slept on, people just need to get off catchy beats and start listening to the actual lyrics and messages these artists are trying to portray.

[@ThyClassics]

@@90sinjin you worded that better than i was about to so thanks for that haha

[@nuuwave]

@@90sinjin you literally just contradicted yourself in the same sentence.. so how is he not slept on..?

[@sithxle7546]

Bro am I the only who thinks that Soulo is better than kendrick when it comes to lyricism? I mean Kung Fu Kenny is great and all but Soulo is just that much better of a rapper than him. Kendrick is a better artist but Soul is a better rapper

[@neighborhoodka]

@@90sinjin He’s definitely slept on and imo it’s because he never had a song that caught mainstream attention like how Kendrick, Q and Jay Rock did

[@raradeviruke]

Rest In Peace: Alori Joh, Doe Burger, Mac Miller, and Nipsey Hussle. Ab-Soul is my favorite rapper on TDE. Man's a hermit but I get it.

[@Kysplzzz]

Also Rip Steez. Soulo been through alot

[@yng27]

@@Kysplzzz rip steez but doe, alori and mac are the ones who heavily affected ab-soul, he didn’t know steez like that

[@StewartGaming23]

@@yng27 they met they were def cool, prob not super close tho

[@samw.6876]

Took me 30 years to realize happiness is a discipline/practice. Ab hits at that time he's needed.

[@purepat4017]

Amen

[@sagemode6]

Found it tru fentanyl

[@hippieseven]

Yes, he always drops and has the essence of what you personally connect to in your own life with his Music.

[@kevthepoet]

Do Better was a masterpiece to me, looking forwards to the album.

[@belowthaheavenz9388]

Ab-soul is one of the very few artists who can make me sit through an Ebro interview

[@kjmsoulja]

The only one for me 😂💯

[@18JMCPRODUCTIONS18]

He talked over soul like 3 times lmao so annoying

[@mohlalefimakwela990]

For me its him and maybe Daylyt

[@PeasMedia]

hahahhahahahahaha mai brudda

[@carlosvillamizar3082]

I don’t watch interviews but a new ab soul interviews of just HEEM 💯💯💯

[@divinesoul7]

Do Better is therapy for me. That joint hit way different and I’m glad Soul was willing to be vulnerable enough to give us this personal introspection.

[@albertofava865]

The cover story makes me emotional

[@HipHopAintDead718]

SOUL! Was rooting for him 10 yrs ago and still am! Bro helped me alot

[@SGGOMPBYN]

Ppl forget that Ab was givin Kendrick a run for his money when it came to pure lyricism. We need that album homie. The fans been patiently waiting. I’m enjoying the 2 singles btw✌🏾

[@samsonblvd]

Id take the 1st one off the last 3 we’re perfect

[@LJC3rd]

Bruh that the soul pt2 showed me the man ain’t no slouch to bars

[@foreverhiddenpabz]

He also out rhymed Kendrick a few times in my opinion.

[@ExpiredClipz]

He’s 100% a better lyricist than Kendrick based on all their released music

[@theeidofe9716]

Ab about to have me deciphering lyrics for weeks. He’s one of the last mainstream wordsmiths.

[@onthelow415]

Bro carrying the torch Lupe held for some time

[@ZimMill]

Ab Soul Is Far From A Mainstream Artist

[@theeidofe9716]

@@ZimMill you think so? People who “listen” to hip hop all know who he is due to his TDE association. I’d say he’s just under Isaiah, but more well known than REASON. Maybe I’m too inside my bubble.

[@303TAG303]

@@theeidofe9716 his sales are probably the lowest out of all them

[@theeidofe9716]

@@303TAG303 i thought mainstream definition isn’t based off sales metrics but radio play and label support. Although that further supports @ZimMill as i haven’t heard him on the radio since bohemian grove. Although in modern times it’s less radio play as NBA YB ain’t on the radio and he’s as mainstream as they come if sales are the biggest factor.

[@akimyoung8507]

Ab-soul is truly a pure lyricist

[@snakethegemini]

Listen. My music slaps. You won't be disappointed

[@SHEABUDDHA]

Ab-Soul being a starving artist don't sound right. He was top 10 lyrically the beginning of the last decade. Even 2017. God Bless this new journey Lord, he is precious to us. Amen. (Aye-man) 🙏🏾🌠

[@TGUTTAExiT21]

He just being sarcastic, nobody on TDE flat broke. Ebro n media today always damn pocket watching. Nowadays its better to say your broke n keep the wolves away.

[@mratay4747]

Do better came as I lost my moms. It was a spiritual presence for me tbh. She was only 47 and was my whole world after losing my fiancé at 20. Thank you for giving me a sense of clarity on my emotions. I feel so lost and now I’m trying to get back to my creative mind painting. The music is lulling my insecurities to where they should be! He made my mind go to a place of comfort ❤

[@edwardrendonjr4049]

They don't want to see you crumble stay focused stay blessed 💪🙏🙏

[@nyko9631]

Rip to your Mother 🤍

[@maxricemusic656]

Much love brother, her energy will be with you forever!

[@michaelwagner1105]

Control System. What a debut album that was and it will only become more appreciated 👏

[@absoluteoriginal8091]

Control system will be his "masterpiece" when he's done, I don't think it will get better then that . Conceptually , emotionally.

[@freefromillusions]

@@absoluteoriginal8091 I think they could've possibly cloned him, his new music just doesn't feel the same.

[@TaelurAlexis]

@@freefromillusions Lmfao 🤣

[@emberembr2944]

Long term mentality is his debut

[@ppldnz9392]

You can See the excitement within his demeanor. Big Ups to Herb!

[@A-Kings-Cut]

RIP DoeBurger Mac Nipsey 🙏

[@lionelgatling9334]

Been a fan of Ab Soul since Long Term 1 still bump Top Dawg Underdawg. You really have to be an avid listener of Soul to really understand how great of a lyricist he is.

[@1donmarquis132]

I too ( Eye Two ) have my views like you, look what I do to stand on stages in front of crowds!

[@EMBER1026]

ab-soul is so underrated! I'm glad he's finally getting some shine and TDE is pushing his music more. Control system you can literally play all the way through no skips.

[@travalicious128]

I think "It's not the things that upset us, but it's how we look at those things" is a very powerful saying.

[@j4ore333]

The root of stoicism

[@KolydoscopeMusic]

With all the losses he's experienced as of late, I would understand if he never dropped another album. But we're really about to get another gem, on Alori Joh's birthday no less. Know your roots and who you rooting for. Thank you Ab-Soul.

[@Kev_-qm1je]

I would live to hear Ab Soul & Mick Jenkins on a track together!! Long overdue

[@dabs.47]

Still listening to bro like it's 2012, top 5 of all time

[@user-tk7rl6hw6c]

Ab-Soul is one of the GREATEST emcees ! His world play is CRAZY ASF! His flow is IMMACULATE! His concept songs are AMAZING !

[@snakethegemini]

Listen. My music slaps. You won't be disappointed

[@saben47]

Dec.16! Alohri Jo birthday! That's magical ✨

[@420skribz]

I want ab to know his song makes me tear because I know I Can do better , and it makes me feel good to realize it . Thank you Ab ! I rooting for you my dude !

[@javonestephens7856]

The fact I see comments disrespecting AB-SOUL like this saddens me for real 🙏🏾 this man lost his best friend in doe burger, mac Miller, among other aspects it’s good to see him putting out music even keeping himself well 🙏🏾

[@charmmiah9243]

you must’ve looked pretty hard cause i can’t find them

[@boogie56ace]

Everyone of his projects are top tier. Ab - soul is a real one.

[@dannysoul0]

I really be feeling for a soul man he’s been thru a lot salutes to him for staying strong and keeping his third eye open

[@johnhurd4878]

When Soul said “I’m the last of the last” I mentally heard where he was coming from.

[@miggyc.117]

When he said “it’s my angels birthday” I got happy tears 🥺

[@crafofart]

This guy is a Kingman w them lyrics... Definitely smoking your top 2

[@d-rex6846]

stop capping, he smoking the whole list - black lip pastor

[@iam21incanada]

Super excited about Ab-souls new project!

[@terrygirgich643]

Stoked to hear the album. Do Better has been in my rotation heavy lately

[@absoluteoriginal8091]

Ab soul doesn't come out as confident as he used to, his self assurance what it used to be.. I'm super excited to see how personal this album gets.. with the change of hip hop and TDE as whole. It's going to be an interesting show.

[@damagedprofessor7646]

He still got that confidence💯

[@Itsjustc]

He’s confident, not arrogant

[@b47ance34]

Soul is one of those artist I’m always waiting for to drop it’s been a drought these past few years I’m glad he’s finally been putting out some music

[@TakashiTrapper]

JUST GLAD HE MENTIONED ALORI JOH SHES ON KENDRICK LAMAR SPITEFUL CHANT AND ALOT OF OTHER TRACKS UNCREDITED RIP TDE FIRST GIRL

[@BackupAccount-sf8vm]

Do you about her an souls relationship?

[@BBOYRORSCHACH]

Totally understand Ab on “do better” to me it feels like he’s showing us he is back. You can feel the work he put in on that song. Looking forward to the release 🙌

[@trinity27777]

Glad soul is back, been rocking with you since Long Term

[@kimothomaina6215]

really missed Ab-Soul, I know he giving us a Classic

[@JPR22]

The video was so vivid and surreal that it hits you in such a deep way most vulnerable or emotional music can't, he really maximised on the visual element for that single. It confronts those feelings brining them to life for the viewer

[@melvintejera196]

Great to see Soulo back 🔥 one of my favorite rappers ever

[@MonieG]

Love Ab soul cannot wait for the new album. Do better has been on repeat since it dropped.

[@foreverhiddenpabz]

For real and when you followed his journey and relate it to your own situations and life's difficulties it's outrageous of a track.!

[@kirstenwelcome4520]

Soul’s last album Do What Thou Wilt was a classic so I can’t wait for this new album. Soul Brother #2 is back and I’m hyped

[@FlipStar26]

TRULY LOOKING FORWARD TO HIS ALBUM

[@Noirwar]

Much appreciated for the interview!

[@joshclements7059]

Can’t wait for this album

[@mbongenimhlanga4263]

Ab-Soul is one of the best lyricists in the game !!!

[@CymaticsFZ]

“Herbert Anthony you need to get your life together.” that’s my momma bothered bout how i’m living life like whatever.

[@Princeofvenlo]

Be a man HERB 😅

[@Michaelanthonyfilmsss]

I don’t think Iv been this exited for an album to drop in a long ass time!

[@Flipitmixit]

I hope this album is a Comeback for Absoul. Imo he never surpassed Control System, but I hope he does now. Wish this man the best

[@everyonesopinionisdumb]

💯‼️

[@dranged]

Hard to overcome a masterpiece

[@IIESPD00DII]

Ab Soul never fell off. DWTW is fantastic

[@Flipitmixit]

@@IIESPD00DII I think it was fantAsstic but to each his own

[@djnes2k7]

Shhhid…. To me hasn’t outdone himself on ab souls outro on Kendrick. That jazz and his lyricism was a match we never heard in the mainstream

[@fireflame61]

I hope Lupe is on the album!

[@boogie56ace]

I'm gonna see this man on his next tour. Love

[@Jay-jp4nv]

Them acting like they didn’t know about Doeburger passing/not asking him about it when they mentioned Mac and Nipsey is pathetic

[@frederick2556]

Why TF would they act? Nobody knows Doeburger that ain't a shot that's reality.

[@Jay-jp4nv]

@@frederick2556 these are journalist paid to follow hip hop and have been long advocates of TDE. They know.

[@MotionGifts]

I enjoyed every second of this interview.

[@thorocomments817]

Love AB’s energy…

[@larry557]

Best album I have heard in a while, keep it up herb

[@DomallsKush24]

Can't wait for this album. Missed this man

[@522andy]

Man. I really enjoyed this interview. Thank you for this one. Appreciate the SOUL.

[@anthonywood240]

Dope to see ab back out in the public.

[@TrifeMajors]

Always rooting for Ab-Soul 🗣️🗣️🗣️

[@flyghtmyleage6041]

Salute to Soul! I met him and doeburger at a show many years ago in ATL. Doe was definitely down to earth and checked me on my Ab-Soul fanhood lmao. r.i.p.

[@crazywonderful241]

I clicked so fast ❤️😭

[@prof3ssor178]

Can't wait for the new album! That Westcoast ish

[@FunkinItUp08]

I love how real this dude is. Always gonna be my favorite lyricist.

[@dujeon]

Love Ab-Soul

[@iam21incanada]

The do better message is needed in this day and time.

[@303TAG303]

Let's go Soul! 🔥

[@roachfatthenostalgist7535]

Soul Brother #✌🏾 Can’t Wait 🔥

[@theluminouscloud]

Ab soul is my favorite rapper he is a true artist/wordsmith 💜

[@ello.c]

AB SOUL IS A 🐐 !! Can’t wait for this new album, great to see a new interview.

[@roenalaurice]

its so good to see ab soul

[@MKB1L]

I love Ab-Soul and I love Herbert Stevens. Just good people all around

[@solthedietitian3732]

Can’t wait for the album 💿 actually, December 16th

[@knowistrite]

Good interview and can't wait to see what's next

[@GuillermoMata]

This human is a living poet...the world must listen clearly. - God Bless~

[@biggermlaurantGTA5]

We need this Soul

[@johnhurd4878]

I love how Soul brought back the “That’s why I said it’s practice” line.

[@keenfuture]

I'm ready to trip balls to the album Dec 16th been waiting on this album for 2 yrs

[@TripleAceBoogie]

Shout out to all y'all at hot 97..al soul..Peace love..rip to my son Doe Burger...Mac Miller and Nipsey..

[@THEUNOSLOTT]

I like how Ebro & them really love Soul & u can tell that it’s real & genuine.. he deserves to be recognized for his talent & vulnerability on these records.. Truly! a modern day u G R E A T in the hip hop industry & will go down as one of the BEST lyricist to ever touch a mic.. & his metaphors are unparalleled 🐐🔥

[@Maybe_88]

Ab-soul been humble since day one.

[@wolfvision47]

Prayers up Herb. You’re one of one brotha.

[@Diegomo777]

Thats beautiful. Dec 16th ❤

[@RippedMinds]

My man! 🔥👽

[@testiphyofficial5070]

Soulo so pure. You just wanna see him win‼️🤷‍♂️

[@AGETheGawdYT]

I feel like Ab gets SO deep in the music, that wit interviews like this he gets a lil tongue tied cause he’s so used to dedicating months in end to answering all these questions in the MUSIC. And sharing himself in the MUSIC.

[@AGETheGawdYT]

He still dropping pure gems though

[@tijdverspillingmedia]

Shout out from The Netherlands Soul, we missed you

[@Bebepoet]

Herbert we love you brother

[@batmanandrobin250]

Him and Mac on the “The End is Near” is so dope. Same thing with “Matches” from WMWTSO and “Two Matches” from GO:OD AM.

[@adamolufson7338]

The End is Near is 100% a classic

[@shoutrite91]

The first time I heard Do Better was on IG when Rapsody posted it. The first word out my mouth was Godly.

[@boogie56ace]

I'm copping this album

[@Smok3art]

Know your roots and know who you rooting for! 💪💪💪

[@sage5610]

Soul!!!

[@dukeofthepeople]

Soulo will give you a line, within a line, within a line. Now that's profound!

[@BigTwonLT]

When I roll thru the city it gives me a Rush...

[@danteprice1874]

High off life but im rollin bluntz

[@Nacho_22439]

Classic

[@richardhamilton9442]

& NOW IM ON!!

[@tf2nice4u]

"swear to God it make my adrenaline Rush"

[@freebornajibode7654]

Masterful lyricist

[@justinlucero2058]

Ab out here saving souls.mines included much love and appreciation to the Black lip pastor.

[@crunkgirl711]

The black lip pastor is back to give us some verses 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@Ben-zs1on]

SOUL SEASON 🔮

[@AnthonyAllenJr]

I've been trying not to listen to the singles until the album drops. Not a lot of names out there that make me buy an album anymore, but ab-soul is top tier.

[@BxgorJess]

I really hate having to get robbed by these stream/music servers, but ima have to get Apple Music again, just to have all of Ab-Soul’s album & discography on it 🥴

[@ignacionunez4877]

The Best TDE member Back Soulo Ho 🔥🔥