Ab-Soul With Charlamagne Tha God: New Album “Herbert”, Vape Addiction, Suicidal Thoughts + More

[@carriebacy4566]

I found TDE when I was in my teens. I’m 27 now. Ab was the one who had me feeling like my emotions were seen. I am happy he’s back. ❤

[@jondough5431]

13?

[@kiddchronic9014]

Dam gang I'm 26 I got on when my man's put me on control system when I was in the 10th grade and I found the rest

[@BluEx22329]

Oh

[@Aybeekay25]

Yesssur same here. In my teens and now I'm 28.

[@Chapman005]

Same here

[@thesauce4495]

“Don’t speak unless your words are more beautiful then silence” facts ab thank you for this interview

[@elydot8693]

“Don’t speak unless your words are more beautiful then silence “

[@danielmartinovic4262]

Than*

[@Boop417]

I am so shocked! I can't believe Ab went through all this in the last 6 years and all people care about is asking for more music instead of asking how he is! This shit is absolutely heart breaking! I met Ab in 2016 and he's an amazing human. I'm glad he's in a better head space now

[@Boop417]

I always quote him when people come to me talking about some mthing serious. "When it feels like hell that means heavens around the corner". That quote has stuck with me and forever will

[@matthewbailey8588]

Welcome to being an artist. Thats all they want. Dance monkey, dance! Then the fans comment on here all about dick riding the artist and shit acting all deep.

[@EveryonesYouniversE]

The first question asked 0:01 was asked how he was he chose not to respond to that.. pay attention to what’s being said not what you want to be said…

[@Boop417]

@EveryonesYouniversE Man what the fuck are you talking about. You're the only damn person that took anything away from that 3 second interaction. That's normal shit fool. I've followed Ab and TDE since I was 11 years old in 2011 and I've always read Twitter comments since then. Don't tell me what I have and haven't seen.

[@EveryonesYouniversE]

@@Boop417 just saying respect what they got going on no need to be upset u comment I comment respectfully do u tho mane peace

[@mannmuzo1847]

Here after the 6:16 Performance at The Pop Out. .....Nearly brought me to tears

[@AzureDee77]

I SWEAR😢 OMG… I was stuck on Lori Joh for 2 days straight then I came to his FULL INTERVIEW and I’m just stuck😢🙏🏾 BE STRONG AB 💪🏾💯✊🏾 u got this #LLLJ I speak her name Loriana Angel Johnson😔💔

[@essenceedwards-burd4681]

After watching this, their performance is even more poetic ❤. Even BIGGER respect for these men.

[@f0x845]

Yeah, same

[@MurdaStreams]

Black Hippies where you @?!

[@Tiara82788]

Here I go!!❤

[@wildhaert]

Yessss sir! We here! 👊🏾

[@share201lllll]

Don't Count Me Out ☝🏿🤘🏿💪🏿

[@bobbi67]

🖤🌻

[@brandonrafael1594]

HIIIPOWER

[@SofaKingSuite10]

This was literally like a therapy session for Ab Soul. ctg did a great job for letting him express his feelings and not interrupting.

[@xashinz]

yeah I didn't know Charlamagne was capable of sharing conversation or empathy

[@LEYTHLEGACY]

​@@xashinzI'm pretty sure he adapt to who he interviewing

[@memoirsofalegend5472]

Still bumping "Do better" every day .

[@AzureDee77]

E V E R Y D A Y

[@PicoIsOcip]

Every day cuh

[@chucknthewild]

One of the greatest songs ever created

[@Loudthoughts-why]

Before it’s too late

[@theinfamouspokeinrichmondc3543]

When he acknowledged how fortunate he is to still have his Grandmother and his Grandmother praying for him that hit me deep. My Grandmother transitioned in August 2022 and I am only here where I am because of her prayers. If you are reading this and your Grandmother is still here, please go give her a hug and tell her you love her.

[@janieponcelet4357]

Hearing Soul talk about Alori Joh breaks my heart every time - PROTECT HERBERT AT ALL COSTS!!!!

[@happychappylife4283]

His journey is a movie. Needs to happen. His love and respect for his family is so good. Those Sunday school and church sessions with grandma paid off.

[@siviwemdudo7863]

"Don't speak unless your words are more beautiful than silence", wooow 🤴🏿

[@AdventureLad]

I met Ab-Soul when he came to Toronto many years ago. I'll never forget the energy he emitted, when we dapped each other I felt a supernatural feeling of peace and calm fall over me. He is a prime example that those who know the most are often the most broken. The truth seekers of the world always hold the pain of the world on their shoulders and often have absolutely no one to hold their pain or validate their knowledge. I hope soul continues his healing journey, clearly he's here for a purpose beyond himself.

[@alexandermcclain5561]

I love Ab-Soul so much, man. Missed having him on the scene. Such a beautiful soul. I survived an attempt almost three years ago now, I was in a coma for three days (when they expected me to be comatose for two weeks), and I'm thankful that I'm still here to see this new chapter of Soul's life. I had to relearn how to walk and eat and speak. And I'm thankful that someone so important can be a witness to so much struggle and pain, and still be such a light for the world. So so thankful. God Bless Ab-Soul. God Is Good. Jesus Is King.

[@BrooklynCapo1]

Big Fact, i can't wait for the album as well. Check out my AB Soul Song Review before the album drops on my page and lmk what you think 💯

[@samsonblvd]

Black Hippy but when you see me Im white!😃

[@monkey3397]

Glad you’re here with us 🙏

[@Boop417]

Thank you for sharing you're story. I'm glad you're hear to tell it! Like Ab said "When it feels like hell that means heavens around the corner"

[@javonsuniverse]

I’m grateful that you’re still here

[@kelamanjaro1]

I could feel he was very nervous and apprehensive to talk about his addictions and the risks of vaping but he needs to know how helpful and educational this was for everyone, especially the black community. Huge love and respect to this brother 🙏🏽 👏🏽👊🏽

[@bobmax2775]

Time stamp pleaseee

[@bobmax2775]

When he started talking about vaping

[@Nefarious_Bread]

@@bobmax2775 Sometime around 13:00. I disagree with his take on that though. He says that vaping causes anxiety and depression. But in reality, people who suffer from these things tend to do them. So vaping isn't causing depression or anxiety. It's that people who are depressed or have anxiety problems tend to vape or smoke. I'm speaking of adults of course, not children.

[@obearjakob537]

@@Nefarious_Bread naw that vape pen is a mutha! I stopped smoking because that vape was doing something to me! I don’t know why but that vaping is no good for anyone. I wasn’t a depressed person before I started. I know something changed in me when I started vaporizing weed out of convenience.

[@obearjakob537]

I wonder if twitch was on that shet!!!

[@JustDeJane]

I already loved Ab Soul but now that he’s peeling back the layers and showing us more of who he is, I’m digging him even more. I like that he’s putting the conspiracy theories to the side for now and just showing us who he is. So happy for him and his healing. I’m really excited about this album. Soulo ho! 🙏🏿✨

[@412bert3]

His " vaping " conspiracy is wack as fuck tho... Like come on AB sober up before blaming shit on a vape pen...

[@samsonblvd]

Black Hippy but when you see me Im white!😃

[@emekaosuagwu6416]

Lmao 🤣🤣,he annoys with them theory sometimes, even though he is impeccable with rhyming about them, especially that long-term mentality album 😂😂😂 but hey it's soul,we accept him like that

[@klutaWangempela]

If u miss da dash u juss ain't a Soulohoe fan, fukkit

[@412bert3]

@@emekaosuagwu6416 soul is a " po " like Edgar Allen

[@sEvG0esRNB]

Soul, I just wanted to bring this out. I‘m 33, born and raised in beautiful Switzerland. I‘ve been listening to your music since the black hippy times, guess it was like 2009.. I just wanted to tell you how blessed I feel, how I totally understand what you went through, how I always felt your music and you‘re my favorite artist because you always speak about the truth and what I‘ve always been thinking but couldn‘t express like how you always do! You‘re a king, you‘re the G.O.A.T and I‘m so glad you came back with another great album and the most important thing, you‘re feeling much much better! Stay safe my brother 🤲

[@wyatthaynie4627]

Soulllllll hoooooo33333!

[@godspeedrell]

Outside of the music, I really appreciate the vulnerability, insight, and transparency Soul exhibits. Many of us have gone through so much trials and tribulations and can’t find ways to express those things but hearing testimonies from others helps evoke those hidden emotions. Love! ⛪️ Soul

[@ATrippyLENZ]

This interview is amazing. On his last album he said “I’m more than a man, I died and I rose again”….. crazy he tried to kill himself and is still here. Makes that bar very legendary…. I’m happy you’re in a good place Soul !!! Love you dawg

[@foreverhiddenpabz]

His last album was DWTW ? The track your speaking of was Stigmata or am I tripping?

[@jahmillionare]

@@foreverhiddenpabz he definitely said that on my favorite song 47 bars from years ago

[@ChaosBeforeOrder]

@@jahmillionare "cash stashed in the plasma that's a pay-per-view

[@davidhardy5995]

@@foreverhiddenpabz he quotes himself constantly most likely the line is on both

[@ATrippyLENZ]

@@foreverhiddenpabz I’m thinking about these days, not DWTW. My bad

[@sharksmemphistheantidote325]

Truly touched by soul's testimony Also extremely glad he realised he has to win grammies which he truly deserves... My greatest rapper of all time period. I have every song he ever dropped and I bump his music everyday of my life.

[@samsonblvd]

Black Hippy but when you see me Im white!😃

[@wolfwang8464]

Why does he have to win Grammies? No he doesn’t lol Grammys don’t mean shit. How would Grammys make him a better rapper? The thing about soulo is he has intense loyal fans almost cult like. He don’t need no awards.

[@DiceB]

@@wolfwang8464i think like Ab himself it’s about money your worth more in the industry once you get a Grammy that’s all

[@marcelmarshall4240]

@@wolfwang8464 He needs them because he works for them. You are not working for anything bigger than the day to day, so you would not understand.

[@B.G.N.A.]

@@samsonblvd i bring the biggest gun to the knife fight

[@soloooproductions5350]

This is the most open and honest he’s ever been. He reminded me I’m here for a reason. I went through something similar and this helped a lot. Can’t wait for the album.

[@RonDonProductions]

I'm quite speechless. I can't imagine what he went through but I'm glad he made it out without much damage. I love what Soulo has given to this hip-hop culture and I hope he accomplishes what he wants. Peace everyone 🙏🏽

[@lejlabajgoric4986]

Well said ❤️

[@surfinsilver]

I wouldn't say he made it out unscathed but I definitely definitely think homies doing much better than when he was.

[@j.oviedo8273]

I think he doesn't like the Soul.Abstract stage of music any longer. Heartbreaking.

[@PrettyNxsh]

cried watching this. God is so real & its a blessing he’s still here

[@johnhurd4878]

I’m 18 minutes in and all I’m gonna say is protect Herbert at all costs.

[@steelpipetv2073]

Ab Soul is one of the best rappers who needs more credit

[@johnhurd4878]

@@steelpipetv2073 Facturate.

[@soleilgram1811]

I Had To Stop This Video Around The 26:00 Mark. Quick Story: I Always Been A Huge Ab-Soul Fan, Even Got All My Homies On His Music. Somewhere In August 2020 I Sat At The Golden Gate Bridge For About 6 Days. Found A Close Enough Park & Every Night I’ll Walk To Post 87. (Each Post Has A Number) I Kept Playing The Song “A Rebellion” By Ab-Soul. Control System Still My Favorite. The Last Day I Was On The Bridge I Was Ready To Leave Everything And Everyone. I Stood Up And Took A Deep Breath And As I Exhaled, I Was Violently Pulled Down By Someone Saving Me. Til This Day I Don’t Go Anywhere Near That Bridge. I Knew Of The Alori Joh Story Prior To Mine But I Didn’t Know Ab-Soul Tried To As Well. I’m Glad You Still Here With Us 🤞🏾❤

[@DJ_JLxve]

That song A Rebellion is so deep. Alori’s vocals are so soothing. I’m glad you made it through 🥲

[@jamespool5495]

Big respect to soul for being so open. As much as we all love the music, I’m just glad he’s here and he’s doing better

[@Jupit_hare]

What he said about vaping is true. I smoked and switched to vaping and ended up with a way worse addiction to vaping than smoking. It did make my anxiety insane and drove me to depression. Switched back to cigs and quit. Amen .

[@dennischavez2127]

Literally remember finding terrorist threats and turn me up and following every word ever since. The way we’ve been losing artists, the fact we still have soulo is so crazy. We’re all blessed. Herbert is his best album so far and his next is gonna be even better

[@SLIMM1209]

He had a psychotic break and didn’t realize it. I experienced this as well. It creeps up on you and it’s too late once you realize what’s going on. Glad Soul made it and as did I. You’re truly meant to be here my friend. Pray for your continued existence being the the man God created you to be.

[@SavingSoulsMinistries]

he was totally possessed from all of that occult fun he had for a decade. He woke up not remembering something took a hold of him. ive had experiences similar although not to the extent of wanting to jump off a 50 foot over pass . He led alot of kids into the realm of evil, What you reap is what you sow, everything happens for a reason i guess

[@Heksensang]

@@SavingSoulsMinistriesyou don’t understand the Devil or God apparently. Better take that 47 out your name bwoi. Y’all savior types get old eventually. It’s forgivable & almost commendable until it becomes annoying. You think you know but you have no idea.

[@juanjosecuadraedwards1482]

Facts brother. Glad for you and Soulo. Love!

[@vxyz5219]

@@SavingSoulsMinistries And what "occult fun" would that be?

[@SavingSoulsMinistries]

@@vxyz5219 dude you are so far behind its actually unbelievable. Repent the kingdom of Heaven is near

[@TuAmorCheyenne]

I had to come back and watch this again!! This was a masterful interview and clear therapy for AB. I hope he truly knows how much he is LOVED, CHERISHED and APPRECIATED. Such a wonderful man with a strong testimony. He’s definitely blessed beyond measure. I love me some him & I am so glad he is still here with us 🙌🏾

[@AzureDee77]

Me too 😢 LORD JESUS🙏🏾 he is one of the chosen, the peculiar. Yes❤

[@filipinoposeidon5039]

Amazing interview, you can tell it is difficult for Soul to tell his struggles. Tho, he’s extremely brave for doing so. We get to see his growth in real time. Truly, inspiring. Letting us all know the power in vulnerability.

[@marcelmarshall4240]

Why is it people that have a chance to make MILLIONS and MILLIONS complain more than the woman on the bus stop, from a third world country going to work for a few dollars an hour?

[@gkd992]

@@marcelmarshall4240 you don’t know that they complain more. You just don’t have access to the opinions of people with no platform.

[@jordanporter5833]

I'm looking forward to this interview. Soul has been my favorite since 2010. To see this man finally get his shine is fulfilling. Im happy for this man and im looking forward to this interview and this album. Also this interview solidifies why he wasn't on the breakfast club to promo the album Edit: I watched the interview and I was silent with how this hit. I've been through ahit. Been to therapy too but this man has been through the ringer. I can't wait for the album now

[@BrooklynCapo1]

Big Fact, i can't wait for the album as well. Check out my AB Soul Song Review before the album drops on my page and lmk what you think 💯

[@samsonblvd]

Black Hippy but when you see me Im white!😃

[@RonDonProductions]

Let's make sure we support his project! Hopefully he releases physical copies, if not, let's purchase the digital version 🙏🏽

[@sammorris4982]

Bout to do 12k first week

[@marcelmarshall4240]

Young people…everyone goes through tough..tough things. This is nothing new. Life has been hard since it’s been living. He is focused on the wrong things. Maybe he should have focused on having a record deal, and the extreme positive that is..to change the lives of everyone he loves. It’s all perspective. These generation is commercializing complaining.

[@deuceb1069]

As a 10+ year Soul fan all I can say in response to this interview is thank you. Wow.

[@frowhatitsworth]

For years, I’ve prayed we wouldn’t lose him the way we almost did. Selfishly, thank God he ain’t thru yet. He has so much more to impart before he leaves here.

[@marcelmarshall4240]

Your prayers worked!

[@johndough4681]

His shit is 🗑🗑🗑🚮🚮🚮

[@BallerBrownsWorldMusic1]

On his last album, you could hear that he was going through something (at least to me). That last project , I could feel that he was struggling with something in his life and hear in the content of his music. If you are in tune with certain things with people, you can pick up on it. The pain and words on his last project spoke volumes to me. Really happy that he Ab is back and in a healthy mental and spiritual space. Ab Soul is an IMPECCABLE LYRICIST AND BEYOND TALENTED ARTIST! Please keep blessing us with your gift and art. #flowers. This new project is going to be 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@foreverhiddenpabz]

Lonely Soul !

[@777louisdeal]

Facts! The last part of just have fun definitely made me see what your saying. Lonely soul too

[@Aybeekay25]

Omg yes. I thought something wasup with big bro for real. I couldn't pinpoint it, but DRUGS definitely made me feel it that much more

[@BallerBrownsWorldMusic1]

@@777louisdeal thank you for your comment. Much respect.

[@BallerBrownsWorldMusic1]

@@Aybeekay25 yes! I was listening to that like something is off with Soul. So glad he is back and seems to be in a really good space. Hip hop needs artist like Ab-Soul. Thank you for your comment.

[@castled4744]

Its like seeing an old friend again. Glad your back Ab-Soul

[@Lord_OTD]

Black Lip Bastard 😭🖤. Forever grateful for Ab-Soul and his music over the years. We’ve rarely experienced him in this type of setting. This interview is massive, not just for his fans, but for the culture at large. Stay alive man 🙏🏿.

[@silaschandler1215]

Amazing interview and so glad to see Ab Soul back. You really have no clue what another individual is going through. Also, Charlamagne handled this interview extremely professional and made him feel comfortable. Respect!

[@peace_in_the_now]

ending was beautiful!!! charlamagne don't dim your light. the gentleness was beautiufl! even the gentle charlamagne tries to corner people. like CTA you are a gift, you don't need to corner people, just let them flow and let god rock the cradle

[@semiMurr]

AB’s music saved me from a lot of shit days especially with Control System. I appreciate you Herbert and I’m glad you are putting this out. This will save someone’s life! Cannot wait to listen to the album tomorrow

[@samsonblvd]

Black Hippy but when you see me I’m white!😃

[@CamboyGDubbz]

I feel like this is one of the most important interviews I've ever seen. Big thanks to all involved.

[@kevinsmith4814]

Big Gipp. Has good interviews too.

[@LijeeWin]

Never heard him speak like this and I needed it! Herb this has been a year to forget and I really cry more than I like and I don't understand why. I have a beautiful wife and kids who love me no matter what and I feel so lost and alone and it's scary, The thoughts are nonstop and it manifests as anger because nobody cares to even ask are you ok. Never knew my favorite rapper was hurting like this before his brother passed and if he can get through it maybe one day this dark cloud will past

[@antionecorbett2793]

Word bro I definitely can relate. When you find ourselves in dark spaces all we see and hear is the thoughts. Nothing else exist but that void. It's hard getting out that space we gotta remember it's just a moment in time and moments pass. Just have to try and whether that storm.

[@LijeeWin]

@@antionecorbett2793 really appreciate that man like really from the heart!

[@antionecorbett2793]

@@LijeeWin life is a series of moments bro some good some bad. But moments pass cherish the good moments and dont like bad ones define you or hold you down feel me.....

[@antionecorbett2793]

@@LijeeWin and no problem you not alone in this struggle. Us as guys in this society we need to normalize admitting everything isn't ok. Then seeking the necessary steps to fix via therapy or just talking about it to folks that won't judge you.

[@mazenraptor]

I hope you get through this my bro 🙏🏾 InshAllah God makes it easy

[@keithkilgorejr5100]

I remember reading Malcolm X autobiography and then I watched the movie with Denzel. Both these things completely changed my mind and how I felt about the world around me. I was angry. It still plays a lingering role In who I am. But we should all remember that Malcolm X died young without the chance to just really GROW from the consciousness he had just awoke too. There’s a huge difference between being 25 with thoughts and 30. Any African American male can attest to that. Shit I’m 34 going on 35 and I feel different even now. Give yourself a chance to grow young men. Be strong, be courageous, and talk to someone when you need too.

[@davidwashington9623]

💯 same here

[@blahzayy]

Thank you family!

[@Nakam459]

I just turned 28 last week I feel like a decade older mentally than when I was 24. I can't wait until 30 because I have mental health neurological problems and have been told so many times by people with similar experiences that 30 is so much easier than your 20's and is just a completely different way of looking at the world and being more grounded less stressed.

[@kevinsmith4814]

37.. it was a long and prosperous growth, but environment definitely played a role.

[@zay47green]

Been my favorite artist since I was 14. I’m thankful he made it through his dark times. Never fails to say exactly what I need to hear when he drops his albums.

[@DoloJones]

Perfect example of when people can be younger than you but you can still look up to them as an old soul. Great questions, great answers.

[@dannya8166]

One of the realest interviews you’ll ever see💯 shout out to an soul for being so open and conducting the interview with charlamagne 👊🏼👏🏼

[@samsonblvd]

Black Hippy but when you see me I’m white!😃

[@sibongilepreciousmaduna8145]

Bro😶‍🌫️

[@CHI1MUZIC]

Soul, you've been my favorite artist for over 10 years. LTM 2 got me through some hard times, It inspired me to do more with my life and I have because of it. I'm 30 years young and just want to say thank you for your music. You and your music have meant alot to me . Can't wait to hear "Herbert" tomorrow.

[@kevinsmith4814]

Yool that was the launchpad album right their lls.

[@DemetriusTV1]

I’ve know Ab soul since he was 4 years old. My grandma owned the children clothing store next door to his family record business. I use to meet all the rappers when they would show up for meet and greets. Ab would just be playing on the walkway in front of the store and I use to always keep an eye on him so nothing would happen to him. Anybody who remembers my clothing store “HI KIDS” tap in with me Carson ca stand up! 🙌🏽💪🏽💪🏽💯💯

[@wtpent3012]

Hey can I come rap at ya store that be awesome

[@bigc5712]

Was that off university drive ?

[@DemetriusTV1]

@@bigc5712 yesss sirrrr! 💯💯

[@kevinsmith4814]

Appreciate u lookn out for bruh, those hidden eyes that watch him keeps him able to move forward. 🫵🏿🫶🏿💪🏿👍🏿

[@wesley5074]

I love you Ab! I’m so thankful you are still here to tell your story ❤

[@marcosperez1168]

Suicide can definitely be beyond you. Especially when drugs are involved. It's scary. 3 years clean from heroin. Grateful. Stay blessed, seek wisdom, self care, awareness and generosity to others. Do works that The Lord wants you to do. It is possible. Keep your head up. God bless.

[@Slims222]

Keep your head up fam. Have a good year and stay sane.

[@marcosperez1168]

@@Slims222 you do the same fam God bless you and your familia.!

[@RakelDaNell]

Listening to him talk.... and hearing him rap.... its like two different angles of prolific wisdom and insight.

[@Dshields602]

Gave me chills , we are so lucky Soulo is still here blessing us with knowledge 🫡💪💪💪

[@sammathey1995]

Incredible conversation and I can’t believe I selfishly wanted music. I knew he was going thru things but not to this extent. We love you dearly Herb

[@tylerzip2666]

Ab-Soul is such a beautiful person. He means so much to me, and I’m so glad that he survived long enough to be in a better place.

[@jolandawalker7008]

I’m happy you made it. Happy you’re still here with us, Herb. We love and value you and we NEED you here!

[@Stoiclos]

So much respect Ab, thanks for your vulnerability and story and music. And thank you Charla for letting the man speak. 🫡

[@DanielAlvarez-sg1yd]

Woooooo I needed this,TDE Ab-soul baby I'm still here listening thank you for sharing this,seriously

[@BeatsByMonotone]

This was a conversation many needed to hear. Appreciate you both. May these words be heard by those struggling for a reason to wake their eyes another day

[@repssrepps]

I want to thanks Charlemagne and Herbert (AB-Soul) for opening up and sharing some of the obstacles he was facing. I’ve been a fan for over a decade now listening to his music and blessed to attend his show and experience live performances,I can relate to so much he touched on in this interview, although I still sense he has a lot more to let out hopefully in time he will heal I’m glad he is still seeking balance in life as so am I and a-lot of us in this life as we continue our spiritual journeys all praise the most high! let it out, live, and let live!

[@Yalettaneedsstructure]

noone cares

[@repssrepps]

@@Yalettaneedsstructure obviously you cared enough to reply to my comment Hater

[@Boop417]

Ab-Soul interviews are always amazing. I'm super excited for this!

[@Chieftaine]

I’m so glad we didn’t lose Ab… Idk what I would do if he didn’t survive that fall. Inspirational

[@retlawbeats2416]

Yo, I am truly truly glad that Ab-Soul is STILL HERE! I've been listening to him for years. He def one of my favorite artists and I'm glad he's still alive and spitting the prophetic rhymes. Ab-soul offin himself would've broken my heart.

[@YoungWestin]

Let’s be clear … the testimony and confession is major. Us as fans and humans grow attached to what our artists go through … but his album is INCREDIBLE. Might be a stretch but this really might be the best RAP album the last 5 years. Thank you for still being here Soulo. Fans love you. BLACC LIP PASTOR!!!

[@kevinsmith4814]

Das right hes not the black lip bastard no more, he more mature.

[@alexandershabazzi8890]

That point on the vaping and vapes is some REAL SHIT. I've seen it literally change people.. folks need to put those down. It makes sense why there's so much funding going into those shops being put up. They just closed down a cafe to put one up on my street. Ab is talking about real human things here in this sit down, beautiful and vulnerable. I'm glad he's here with us. To jump that.. and be here with us.. touched. Especially after how many people I've lost within the last two years. Let's love each other more.

[@stqtch]

I've always said this since I discovered Ab-Soul 10 years ago. He is a very humble, divine, and not knowing much about him at that time, I knew he was a beautiful person just based on his appearance and how he carried himself. That's now coming to light in all of these interviews

[@peeldemlayersback]

Such a powerful and transparent conversation. This interview will save lives.

[@GiftedGentleman87]

Great interview. Mental health is heavy on this 1. Deep introspective perspective. Genuine & powerful conversation. I learned a lot. I vape too... and.. I "think" I'm "fine" emotionally & mentally... but I really should unpack some things with a "stranger". It's just hard to find someone you can vibe effortlessly with... &... understands black men... I gotta do better & I will do better... Thank You Ab-Soul, Herb... (and all of the names I know you go by). I've been a deeply invested fan since long-term mentality 1... say wassup, Kendrick Lamar ep... The Love Religion (RIP Alori Joh) etc. Thank You CTG, you're the trailblazer for mental health.

[@kaelthunderhoof5619]

TDE rappers seems to be a group of broken people yet they still persevere.

[@KingHondro]

What??! Tf… shut up

[@Kobe-jz2zz]

A lot of broken people out here

[@rare1s840]

I’m literally on the 605 fwy pulling up under the del amo bridge , vaping thinking about tryna quit. I cannot make this up y’all. I’m ready to put this shit down at this moment. Divine intervention. Thank you herbert. I was not expecting anything I just listened to in this interview. I’m in the casino parking lot tripping right now that he’s talking about jumping off the del amo bridge and I’m passing under it

[@blahzayy]

Synchronicity at it's finest. It's definitely some sort of confirmation. Keep going!

[@isahia]

You got this. God got you. Amen

[@MysticalRainbowKaci]

It's real, take the notes and make the changes! Life ain't a life til you live it. 💖

[@CoreyEmills]

Did you put it down ???

[@johnsauce7369]

At the end of the day you never really know what somebody is going through, salute to Ab Soul and Charlemagne for this incredible interview. May peace and blessings with Herbert 🙏🏾💯

[@samsonblvd]

Black Hippy but when you see me I’m white!😃

[@Lukas1O4]

Don't forget the dash

[@timestampingarmy]

My grandma, a female pastor literally said this to me when I was younger

[@bobbyaguilar2453]

I'm glad this brotha survived this ordeal but I'm good at reading between the lines. He's not out of the woods yet, hes not one hundred percent fine yet. I pray god guides him out of this dark corridor. Acknowledging the darkness is not enough, you have to confront the darkness to beat it.

[@RakelDaNell]

I don't know... if he sees a therapist because he felt unlike himself, and realized the nicotine was effing his head up bad... for a cerebral guy who ingested so many different and sometimes radical ideologies and perspectives, any real depression would have been had GLARING symptoms. When he survived his diagnosis as a kid .... and got the baddest girl in HS after being teased... and developed a brotherhood that hasn't faltered ... wrote through his grief after her passing... They was smoking weed like nobody's business but they were building better lives for themselves without selling their souls. I think he has to guard his temple from any poisons aimed to destroy his mind. But I really don't see the tell tale signs of a person denying their struggle with depression. These are only our opinions at the end of the day. We agree in our hope for the growth of his overall wellbeing.

[@WhatsTheBuzz_]

I love listening to Soul talk. Been a die hard for 10 years now, HERB!!!

[@orchidchamblee]

This was so wonderful. Ab Soul speaks thoughtfully but from such a genuine place. He is the rapper I see myself most in. I’m so excited for this album. Charlamagne is always so present in his interviews I respect that. God is good All the time 🙏🏿My faith is innate

[@k3bron]

This was beautiful to watch. Thank you for having the courage to be honest 💕

[@BrooklynCapo1]

Big Fact, i can't wait for the album as well. Check out my AB Soul Song Review before the album drops on my page and lmk what you think 💯

[@Lescobarceaser]

I sincerely think he was just going through so much pain that he himself didn’t know how to deal with it and the fact he survived was a wake up call to him about life, people and relationships as a whole.

[@sydneyfield4807]

I'm glad you're finally better now Soul. Your music leaves a big impact on a lot of people's life. Seeing you open up about what you went through and the struggles you had to face shines light to what many people goes through each day. Make sure to check on your family and friends cause we all don't know what every person is going through. Can't wait for the album tonight SOUL! TDE x BlackHippy forever!!!

[@soniadeveau11223]

Ab-Soul Cooke SOO HARD ON THIS! He aint like all them other artists who just be usin dat *IGROCKET* dawwwt cawwwm jawwwwn to go HAM ON THE GRAM smh seem like anyone can get mad followers on the gram like Island Boys dun did

[@quiasiaariel8864]

I’ve never really knew much about this guy but for some reason I gravitated towards this interview..I’m so glad I took time out to watch this, he is a very inspiring person and definitely a prophet❤

[@damiengarcia9625]

Same here

[@iloveknives75]

Glad you’re still here brother!!! And getting help. We all need it at some point!

[@yummdiddy]

ab-soul has some of the best lyrics in the game. i think he just needs someone to force him to rap on dope beats. i think hes suffering from the nas disease. I think if he can get in the studio with a dope producer and have them executive produce the album from top to bottom and just let him focus on the rhymes, he would be unstoppable.

[@artist254grafitti7]

Man I've been wanting this man to blow.. hope he gets a producer that fits him

[@mixteambounce]

Real shit I was just talking about this, this project reminds of the some of the earlier soulful beats he used to get on, such as turn me up! It’s like he was going for weird kinda darker tones in his production, ab soul is a thinker I’m sure he planned to switch it up at some point

[@loyallfc7239]

You need to listen to Nas' recent albums, Hitboy has resurrected him!

[@yummdiddy]

@@loyallfc7239 that’s exactly what i mean. Hitboy has fed him fire ass beats and now nas is S tier. Ab could benefit from the same thing

[@Belowthaheavenz]

@@loyallfc7239 nas was never dead homie .

[@KingHondro]

TDE is has everything. Gangsta cool love spirit intellect etc… Thank you Soul, for this interview G. I needed this bro. Skrateup

[@peaces]

He connecting with us truly on this one, we all going through it 🙏🏼⏳❤️

[@kiddchronic9014]

I jumped off a bridge myself and survived and this hits harder than anything being a person that studied hip hop and found this guy word of mouth and got damn tapped in and found out how sick the world is also was addicted to vaping

[@YungTone614]

My guy Ab is one of the most slept on he on a different level. Salute

[@him4690]

U c his freestyle

[@YungTone614]

@@him4690 yeah

[@PJKMX215]

wow! blessed that he’s still here. surprised we didn’t hear about this story on a blog or something. his family did a great job keeping it in house

[@TheBatosai]

This is a fantastic interview right from the start. I feel like these are conversations that are intelligent and good to have amongst people. I'm pumped to see what's on Herbert mind these years.

[@dedricholman6211]

How can you not root for Ab/Herbert to win. Introspective, honesty and humility expressed on all levels. Great interview. He a real one fa'sho.

[@yolover111]

God put him here, as another warrior, to show that you dont have be suicidal to commit. Then you see what the real world is and what pushes the brain to point of no return, and not caring about the world or being here. I'm just glad he's still here, because we have to pull out the chair, and talk to our brothers, and try to help understand this plague of the human mind.

[@Dafrasier71]

"shattered my leg and broke some teeth..." I just thought it was a dope line. Glad you're still here brother. Love your music and thanks for being so transparent.

[@highlyfe600]

For Ab to survive his incident shows his mission is not complete and his voice is necessary. Thanks CTG and thank you AB I fight daily to keep my sanity but this opened my eyes

[@godspeedrell]

This is a special project! Didn’t disappoint at all! #Herbert is definitely one of them ones!⛪️🛸🔥

[@GravyJV]

Whoa heavy stuff and inspiring at the same time. We all gotta do better. Thank you Herbert and this was very grounding and pure. Gonna bang the rest of his album rn!

[@matthewellis6327]

glad ab soul is still with us. hope he’s feeling better these days.

[@kj7682]

This was an awesome interview. And the fact that Ctg is so understanding of mental health issues that this beautiful black man felt comfortable being vulnerable. I everything about this interview. Plus…Ab-Soul got BARRRRZZZ

[@SAGEBURNT]

Man I appreciate this, not gonna say I've been a listener since day one but I'm def gonna check into his discography again, haven't bumped his music heavy since 2014.

[@jamesparks2425]

Prayers for you and your mother solo! This part when you saying your telling moms you okay but you can't imagine what she thinking really got me teary eyed right now because I know!

[@oliviajxoxo]

Once he confronts the underlying reason he uses substances to self-soothe & self-medicate, he will be free. It’s hard, terrifying and a very long journey but sounds like he’s already well on his way ✨🦋

[@510Nostalgia]

"Never know what someone's going through" 💯

[@tylerk2061]

Been a fan for over 10 years and I can confirm this is his best interview to date. Absolutely unreal.

[@tf2nice4u]

Same same same! 🙏🏾

[@ElusiveJT]

Been vaping nonchalantly for a while now, didn't really question the side-effects on my mental. This has inspired me to kick the habit and see how it goes, because it's not necessary honestly

[@fuckdott7308]

I haven't hit a vape since I watched this.

[@RLM-]

It was a suicidal spirit that was following him around. I’m glad he found God 🙏