Alabama State Marching Band Marching Out ASU Drummajors

[@kawaiimisanga]

I was wondering what happened to Justin since the whole internet went crazy over him 2 years ago. I'm glad to see he's doing well and still in the marching band in the college of his choice. It's pretty obvious that he loves what he's doing and he does it well. I never got it 2 years ago and I don't get it now why people keep bringing up his race. Let's just support his love and enthusiasm for what he's doing. 😊

[@sakeishayoung]

Go Zebra, Justin 🎉. Seems like everyone is proud of you. Plus you have a good attitude. Get it Marshmallow. Lol ...

[@deputy5818]

To those making these negative comments about Justin have you ever seen this young man interviewed? He's humble and doesn't really want much attention. We all understand there are other drum majors. However let's keep it real. Who else came here because of him? People that have never even gave a crap about these bands. That are now interested and are actually watching other HBCU bands now. Just like myself. So don't get mad at him. He didn't asked to be featured on these videos.

[@highup7]

People need to understand that if he likes being in a black college band, then he should go for it. If being in a band makes him happy then who are we to condemn this young man? When I was his age, there is no way in hades I could move like that. I don't see or hear any of the black band members or the blacks in the crowd complain about him being white. If being in that band is what he really wants to do, then he should do what makes him happy. I admire the blacks because they accepted him based on what he can do. The white people are the ones that have a problem with him being in a black band. The white people are mad because he has a talent that they wished that they had. I'm white and it will be a cold day in hell before I judge anyone due to the color of their skin.

[@madreep]

I'm glad to see him back as a drum major. He is a good one. I don't pay attention to his race in all honesty once I got used to seeing him. He is very disciplined and his movements are so sharp. Being a drum major is a hard job. One I've never wanted as a band geek myself, and the competition to earn the spot is even harder. I applaud all of those who make it to that position.

[@PinkyLove2011]

Well I'm very proud of him. It is true that he could've picked any school but he chose an HBCU. Justin has always been very humble and publicly gives full credit to everyone never singling himself out. So leave him alone especially if you have something against a white boy going to an HBCU. He has worked hard and always put his all in what he did in high school. If he appreciates our culture of "marching band styles" then so be it. I'm sure he knew what going to an HBCU would intel being on the campus but yet he chose to go anyway. I commend him that takes guts walking into a college like that. And I do agree those folks are walking waaaayyyy to close to the students. It's not only safe due to covid-19 but it also looking disrespectful. I'm having g a hard time separating the crowd from the band it looks sooo chaotic. Please work on getting security to ride in golf carts along side or something. This is a poor attempt to protect the band and the girls to dance. Shameful.

[@StreetGodzillas]

It has nothing to do with him going to a HBCU. It everything to do with the channel making him head of attention, making it all about him while you have other drum majors working just as hard even harder and what about the head drum major. Before showtime changed the title they made it seem like he was the head drum major and even put his Instagram in the bio. Now how would you feel if you were the head drum major of the band.

[@marcom6089]

@@StreetGodzillas Does it bother you that much when it is the other way around? Of course not. It wouldn’t bother you because you can always claim racism if a white guy said the exact same thing your saying. I think this has nothing to do with how the head drum major feels and more about your racist feelings and insecurities. The beauty of living in this beautiful country of ours is that if you don’t like this channel regardless of your insecurities, you don’t have to watch it. You can also put all that wasted anger of yours into something positive, like starting your personal KZbin channel and covering those who you feel are being left out. There you go. Your problem has been solved. You’re welcome.

[@StreetGodzillas]

@@marcom6089 oh and again where did I try to claim racism, please tell me where. How about you get your facts straight before coming to me.

[@nawlinz9]

@@StreetGodzillas I agree..I can't believe all these comments im reading acting like he's the best thing to ever happen to HBCU band while we been doing this for ages. We don't compliment ourselves this damn much

[@acwashingtonsr]

I’ve been watching Justin for several years when he march in the Mobile Mardi Gras. This young man is good and love what he do. I watch his interview and he is humble. So what if he’s a freshman. My freshman year at Southern University Marching Band 1992. My crab brother was the first freshman drum major

[@mzatoichi1]

I am so glad to see JUSTIN in the ALABAMA STATE MARCHING BAND out front where he belongs. He brings attention wherever he goes because of the contrast. HE'S A GOOD KID! CONGRATULATIONS TO THE BAND MANAGEMENT

[@tutru03jones77]

I'm happy for him too. I hope ASU let him do his thing. I think J-State would have fit him better. And I'm not being bias, I'm a Southern alumni.

[@XtremeSportX247]

@@tutru03jones77 he wouldnt have been drummajor at SU because they only have 1

[@tutru03jones77]

@@XtremeSportX247 Yes we only have one. I just think J-State suits his style better that's all.

[@XtremeSportX247]

@@tutru03jones77 tbh the SU DMajor doesnt do much. He doesnt dance or conduct....just follows the Dolls lmao. he is just a hype man in the stands or he sits

[@tutru03jones77]

@@XtremeSportX247 That's our style and it works for us. Southern stay ranked high amongst all bands. Not sure what you meant by follow the Dolls, but he leads the entire band by himself. Our drum major does participate in the drills. But having 3 to 5 drum majors is not what we do. I have no problem with the bands that do because that's their style.

[@chawkins354]

One band, one sound, one corps of drum major…a cohesive UNIT! Justin was a class act in high school and has not changed. He is a FRESHMAN, please don’t sabotage his good name! ASU sounds and looks FANTASTIC! God bless your season from the EAST COAST!

[@samshannon2960]

He's a sophomore now, but still tight. He's a mean trumpet player also

[@gsshatan1]

He was in the trumpet section as a freshman and I think his original plan was to stay there. I guess he couldn’t not try out for DM as a soph. I imagine once you’ve been out front it’s hard to repress the urge to at least try again and see where you stand. More power to VF. Whatever he got, he worked for and put himself out there.

[@kenyettadoyle1200]

@@gsshatan1 You have to play an instrument for year before you can try out. Drum majors are never freshman.

[@yadyramos1094]

Finally I found a video of Justin in college doing his thing. ❤❤❤❤ Congrats Justin

[@whally33]

Give this kid credit. He’s mastered two unique drum major styles

[@ddh07]

Which two? The Tornado Boom of the South don't count, but congratulations on the come up!

[@beyourself2444]

The others didn’t?

[@derrickharney6750]

The always dancing style having fun but then the ASU style of marching like you in the military lol

[@derrickharney6750]

Let the drum majors do their thing instead of locking them down

[@ddh07]

I'm happy for him he accomplished a goal he had since high school.

[@keannaswims]

Justin's exactly where he should be! When I say, the CLEANEST DRUM MAJORS in the game, hands down!❤❤❤❤

[@spke532]

The kid works here and if the black drum majors not steppin harder than him she should be getting praise. I watched plenty videos and he be killin it.

[@seibenlodge8375]

This dude Justin is moving mountains! His journey warrants a journal entry in history books or at a minimal, national attention. He is very-well accepted in the black community. If Martin L. King was still alive, he would be very pleased and would definitely invite him to dinner.

[@crownr0yalonice]

I would vehemently disagree, but go off, sis! Being well accepted does not an ally make. Additionally, a white dude imitating or appropriating our culture is not history or news. However, he is fantastic to watch and super talented. Let’s just not lose our heads.

[@jermaine2211989]

I STRONGLY DISAGREE

[@chumps7974]

@@crownr0yalonice well said. It's just a marching band (entertainment).

[@nickj5476]

The fact that this comment has 50 likes is disgusting and shows that the Black community is in shambles. We have Black people doing real work our here for the community but this is what captivates you all.

[@icy1512]

@@crownr0yalonice stop hating player.

[@lindafoster2141]

JUSTIN IS ONE HELL OF A GOOD DRUM MAJOR!!!!Been watching him since highschool. He always used Alabama as his examples back then in his routines....he is proud to go there🖤💛🖤💛

[@hopeh1095]

Can’t wait to watch Justin dance on the field shows, remember his high school days of him getting down. He can march and dance. ASU 💛🖤💛🖤💛

[@miap6279]

aka vanilla funk

[@greggor_48]

I thought that was Justin

[@kikieaddy2576]

@@greggor_48 that’s why she said aka also known as........

[@Reedrew1]

I can't wait until he pled Q

[@lydiaeyork116]

I only know Justin from the high school videos. I never knew what year he was or when he might go to college. I'm so pleased to see him on Sbowtime weekend. As soon as I saw him, I knew who it was. I hope to see awesome things in the years to come.

[@jenniferpickett3957]

Justin is amazing! He is always on point! I enjoy watching him perform! But having everyone you're with to also be on that level....pure magic!

[@Omoye]

Shoutout to Justin for slowing down when the girls were doing their choreo. The details! We love an attentive king! Haha

[@beyourself2444]

Girl, he's a white boy, how is he a king exactly, he's doing what he's supposed to do. But given your name, I'm not surprised you'll lift him up and not the others. Africans?!

[@khrisi9410]

@@beyourself2444kings aren't just black men lol.

[@dewaynesmith6924]

@@beyourself2444 EXACTLY!

[@jennmcg4068]

@@beyourself2444 What Is your definition of a “King”?? Don’t give a vague definition which would only include skin deep vagueness! But please enlighten us!

[@tamariarimmer2860]

@@beyourself2444 girl what’s wrong?

[@sarasutter1451]

"To the skyyyy, baby!" "We don't do that here!" 😂😂💀

[@nottoomuch87]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@MarcusM334]

Ikr dude was hating

[@alexking2476]

This school just making him a better major and person and I bet he realizes how far he can go with this. Good for him for putting in the work.

[@carolynd8742]

Congrats to u Justin for going to one of the best colleges. U did great in high school, u will do even better at ASU. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK . GO ASU.

[@UndefeatedSpeaker]

Keep pushing, Justin! Every obstacle or hater or moment of doubt - keep pushing. The struggle makes us stronger.

[@mz__jehhh]

They have a HUGE line. They look ABSOLUTELY amazing and the captain looks like a living, breathing, dancing Barbie doll.

[@dogmoms2798]

She does!

[@Redman147]

Glad to see Vanilla Funk spreading that love everywhere he goes. He's never in it for himself. He's always about the band. I hope his energy never dissipates and I hope everyone around him continues to feel it.

[@tiffanydegoya]

I remember this kid! So awesome that he is still doing the drum major thing in college 👍🏾

[@sinsationalkidd86]

People complain about everything really going on about the title for click bait…..bruuuh he’s a drum major, no matter if he’s head or 4th in commend at the end of the day HE LEADS THE BAND!!! Get a life people!!!

[@jaywells4544]

Lord we are still in a pandemic, please back up off them and let them perform.

[@cassidydonshae398]

😅😅 ok

[@kellibellefox2123]

The dance team is always so stunning!! The hair and performance attire are striking and beautiful, just gorgeous young ladies!!

[@lovenspired]

So dope to see Vanilla Funk out there. The other drum majors are sharp. You can’t tell me marching bands are not an art form. A job well done to every single person. The ladies were so poised and in-synced too. Love it. Next time, I hope the staff will try a to have a way to better control the crowd, so they can have room and we can see the marching lines.

[@CB-hv5uz]

Let the dude live and enjoy his college experience. Sheesh.

[@arliesam217]

There's no words to describe how amazing this was the crowd was a little to close though

[@luciano3512]

1:18 "To the sky!", "We don't do that here" 🤣

[@dragonmaster4429]

Congratulations, Justin and the team of drum majors! Great band behind you!!

[@tarasimmons337]

He's not the head drum major.

[@CRD0204]

Every year the Stingettes are tight! They are also gorgeous

[@harrypottah8889]

This kid got drum major straight outta high school... let that sink in... y’all know who I’m talking bout. Ain’t even mad at the yt boy, do your thing Justin!

[@harrypottah8889]

However, the credit should be given to less major or band as a whole.

[@gadsdenguy26]

The Stingettes are giving me a Coming to America vibe! Love it!

[@Incomechangers]

There were three other Drum majors present and I’d love to see the Head Drum major Ja’Vonta Prince get some well deserved recognition….

[@gsshatan1]

Thank you for giving us the name of the Head DM. Give Ja’Vonta Prince props first. I suspect Justin H would say the same….

[@queerlibtardhippie9357]

I literally wouldnt have clicked this video if Justin wasn't in it I'm not giving him shit

[@Incomechangers]

@@queerlibtardhippie9357 I certainly don’t give a damn what you click or don’t click on, but thanks for sharing.

[@incontrol5848]

.....he got the position, correct....that by definition is recognition, at it's height luv....👈🏾💯🤣 #alwaysSOMEindeed

[@LSpears]

He is not the Head DM. He just got on the DM line. Do not get me wrong he good but not the lead yet.

[@freddypowell558]

It’s coming ….. he’s only a sophomore

[@AB-mm8fe]

You are totally correct. Justin is talented, but he is not the lead drum major.

[@nw6866]

I think they were just putting it out there that he was a drum major. I didn't know he had made it before the video..

[@gsshatan1]

Head DM has the black cap with yellow brim. Other DMs are wearing all yellow caps. In full dress there are more signifiers….

[@janemariehoward]

He might as well be head DM for all the attention he's getting.

[@jhunt7919]

I wish the crowd would be respectful and back up. Geesh!

[@NoName-mc7wd]

They are excited to be back in college socializing.

[@76turner1]

Iv seen they just let the crowd walk through their ranks while marching And all up in there face's. Kinda foul

[@tonyadams6318]

Don't live in fear Psalms 91

[@KaiWesttt]

ASU so iconic we had Janae and daija now we got vanilla funk aka Justin and princess and Brianna

[@prettyassassin57]

Brianni...and don't forget Miss Nyah

[@aliveandwell3958]

And Kenzie!

[@justathought5561]

This crowd is going to force the Stingettes to be barricaded in by the band again like last season🙄 PLEASE SHOW RESPECT

[@shurondaadkins5944]

Vanilla funk that's you 🥰🥰 that boy can move with the best of them he is absolutely amazing and very humble. All of you guys are looking great

[@drummerboi15208]

“To the sky”… “We don’t do that here” 😂😂😂😂😂

[@malajemm]

Go Justin and the ASU band! Looking fabulous! ❤️❤️👍

[@XtremeSportX247]

All that damn pressure on Justin and the Stingettes gave me anxiety.... good Lord give them some room to perform and enjoy it. Imagine how they feel being screamed and yelled at by crowd zombies... we got to do better It's a bit disturbing and disrespectful 😕

[@chidenisee]

I mean this is ridiculous. I’ve been to many a HBCU. Graduated from one but this thing of getting so close to the band is atrocious.

[@StreetGodzillas]

You mean all the damn pressure on the drum majors and stingettes.

[@lisaw7633]

Glad to see you again Justin . Ya'll gonna kill it!

[@cartinaoverton5015]

Justin did really good. Excellently coverage despite the crowd.

[@cartinaoverton5015]

@@kitaboo2245 Yep that's him Vanilla Funk.

[@ruthiesmith8574]

Robotic moves. He is a JSU wanna be .

[@rb6forlife389]

@@kitaboo2245 The coldest white boy there ever was

[@brynn-kolby5570]

Here for Vanilla Funk❤️

[@jamesgoines7663]

The precision is excellent. The sound outstanding. Great performance and video.

[@tararene38]

Congratulations to him!! Couldn't stop looking at Brianni's walk though!! 😂😂Miss Body she is!! Yes ma'am!!

[@JohnDoe-fx2ut]

Way to go Justin! Keep making us Trumpet players and Marching Band geeks proud! GO JUSTIN!

[@YaItsJP]

Misleading title aka click bait... give the kid a chance to grow in his role. Stop using him for extra click material. Let the work he puts in speak for himself.

[@jermaine2211989]

The only reason he became DM because of who he is. To me he always been stiff and when he dance and move it looked forced.

[@beyourself2444]

@@jermaine2211989 He’s white, they always move a lil too stiff like they counting in their heads. They act like the other drum majors not competent, I mean they all made the team so…

[@YaItsJP]

@@jermaine2211989 No he earned his position. Trust me. Being a former active member of MMH, they wont just let anybody get out there.

[@jermaine2211989]

@@YaItsJP dude since this man started at JHS they've been using him as a prop. Even before he became dm. He was the the prop of the band, the gimmick. He was the white boy that came to the front to dance. So they made him a dm and was the stiffest dm out the bunch. But yet he was head dm. Does that make sense to you? He literally the worst dancing out of the 4 but he got the most attention. All because he's the white dancing like a black boy.

[@BIGMOE19681]

Exactly I saw this coming

[@quintarusgibbs6844]

The Stingettes are EVERYTHING, is it just me or do y'all look for the Stingettes sponsor to see what she's wearing? She GIVES every damn game 🔥🔥🔥

[@jamialaprince6556]

I look for the sponsor also. Outfits 🔥

[@jiljwc]

Liiisssseeennnnnn Ms. Sponsor be out here serving a whole platter EVERY game!!!!

[@greyfoxx54]

@@jamialaprince6556 😂😂Meeeeee too♥️

[@1GorgeousGodzilla]

She does!

[@gizmo8952]

Bruh check out SU Dancing Dolls sponsor she is fire as well😂😂

[@Newtonheimer]

Omg!!! I’ve been waiting for this!!! I’ve been following this band and Justin for several years, and now the two together!!! Thank you for posting!!! ♥️

[@IbelieveinJesusAmen]

Have so much respect for that kid! Nice!!!

[@MsM1975]

Glad to see you Justin

[@Matt-wy6nq]

Way to go Justin I’m so proud of u man

[@ShayOfficial317]

They need to think about getting parade gates or something... like 😭😭😭😭😭

[@kikieaddy2576]

Or do what they did last year that seemed like that shoulda reinforced.

[@denisenewton1510]

I am proud of this young man

[@murielsmith1405]

Love Justin! Thought I read he was going to play an instrument in the marching band and said what a waste of talent, so glad to see him in his element. Go Justin!

[@nw6866]

I think he did say that initially, that he wasn't sure if he would go out for DM. Glad to see him too.

[@gsshatan1]

He played trumpet last year as a freshman.

[@dianavanderclute4322]

In one video he fills in for someone in the band, plays the trumpet, then goes back to work as DM!

[@elainescott7840]

I love the swag of drum majors.

[@neatemyers.8702]

Wow.. I did not know he was @ ASU...Salute to ALL the 🥁 Majors 👍🏾💯

[@lisakelly2121]

The crowd is way too close to the band. The yelling was bad last year; it's going to get worse now that Justin is out front. And he's not head drum major.

[@quantumelectrodynamics8331]

The thumbnail and the title are horrible clickbait. This band already has a head DM and you're out here flatly putting his talents to the side to raise your preferred DM that just got there. Ugh.

[@perfect2209]

@J 3 price still a goat doe 😂🤷🏽‍♂️ all my boys on the SQUAD still the shit

[@mcdonoghrahloh459]

Ain't day phucd up

[@faith2xxx]

Yeah, and ONE video is going to change everything until the head DM is kicked to the curb, right? Grab your own camera and head down to ASU and record what you want and post it.

[@mcdonoghrahloh459]

@@faith2xxx Nope!Bout Dem Jukes

[@pheonixxxrose]

So happy that college football as band is back! It has been to see Justin’s Career evolve! I can not wait to see what he becomes !

[@kingw1280]

DM’s seem full of energy & on point this yr.

[@queentinadoire6931]

Congrats Justin. Our Vannilla Chocolate Marching son. 🎉🎉

[@kimberlyknows]

Don’t care what no one says as a person from the south where battle of the bands and band life is a thing I always come to see JUSTINE! Period! His color shouldn’t even be a conversation. He is talented, and devoted to his craft!!! In the 90’s Dillard High in Ft Lauderdale, FL had a panthers-ette (drum major) white girl and NO BODY WAS coming for her. That girl stole the show everytime!!!!! Talent is talent. No one has duplicated her since.

[@jaszlatrice3860]

The fans are really starting to aggravate my soul….why do the have to be THAT damn close? Get on the sidewalk 🙄 some all up on them with no masks.

[@DizzyTV24]

If they get hit they get hit 🤷🏾‍♂️ they’ll learn real quick not to stand so close 🤣

[@gizmo8952]

Different times I'm glad we didn't have those problems. If you look its all dudes screaming I guess they want to be men-ettes 🙂

[@flogarr1]

My band director said march them down. Don't pull any move in. If they don't respect the street they'll be part if it. I didn't think I'd ever have that happen, until it did.

[@anhonorableindependent9124]

Alright Justin!!! Yall look good!!

[@troykwebb]

There are other drum majors leading as well. I understand you want to get your views up, but the title of this video just got to me.

[@jermaine2211989]

Me too

[@Red-rs4qu]

All of this Justin stuff get to me he can dance but he is not doing nothing else nobody didn’t do it’s crazy to me how black people can accept and praise white people but when it come to black people they get no credit Nate gamal and Marvin are drum majors at JSU you don’t hear them getting talked about and all 3 of them are better then him they been buzzing sense high school especially Edna karr kids there no strangers to music videos commercials etc.

[@faith2xxx]

If y'all don't like watching Justin, then hit the search button and find other videos he's not featured in. Why get your panties in a bunch over ONE video?

[@jermaine2211989]

@@faith2xxx you must be a new subscriber

[@AngiesByKim]

We are proud of you here in Alabama!

[@nickkai2851]

It's really sad reading so many negative comments about how much focus was placed on the white boy drum major (Justin) because of the college being an HBCU. 1- Alabama State University accepted him as a student. 2- He tried out for the ASU marching band, he was accepted. 3- He tried out for a Drum Major position, he was accepted. So many of you that made\make the negative comments about Justin are judging him because of being a white boy going to a HBCU and participating\contributing to ASU by way of his talent. Maybe you individuals that are judging him need to judge ASU, The Band Instructors, the choreographer, the judges that chose him out of all the other try outs for a position as a drum major, and judge the other drum majors, all the members of the ASU marching band, including the Stingettes for performing with him being a member of ASU marching band. I mean you might as well judge everyone and anyone that has any involvement with him. If I were a History teacher and was giving an exam on the history of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to those of you that are judging Justin. Every single one of you would fail. “The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” “We must live together as brothers or perish together as fools.” “I have a dream that one day little black boys and girls will be holding hands with little white boys and girls.” Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

[@jakethomas6339]

Toooo many people surrounding The Band and Stingettes. Where’s Akai at?! 😂😂.

[@TaeHyunSoo13]

She would’ve been hammering they asses out the way 😂

[@charliz2975]

Lol 😂

[@jakethomas6339]

@@TaeHyunSoo13 Riiiiight!!! 😂😂

[@bandfam2304]

RIGHT!!! Akai will shut that down lmao😂😂

[@Dr_KenJ]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@phillip-michaelharris8032]

Justin done proved to y’all he ain’t no gimmick he do this shit fr!!!

[@jermaine2211989]

Be thats exactly what he is a prop/gimmick. He dm because he has clout not for his so called "talent". When he was in high school I've always said he was just a prop for the band, even before he became dm. He was the white boy that would come to the front and dance. When he was dm the other DMs waas way better but because Justin had clout they didn't give the real talented dms any attention. Tbh when Justin dance it looks forced and stiff. But because he this white boy imitating black culture y'all look over that

[@phillip-michaelharris8032]

@@jermaine2211989 who hurt you lmao. Dismiss yourself ✌🏾

[@chumps7974]

@@jermaine2211989 the gimmick is the fact that he's white. If he was black it wouldn't be noteworthy. Or if he was as pwi it wouldn't be a big deal.

[@JustinHeideman]

@@jermaine2211989 I must ask.. were you in band or drum major in school?

[@vrjanice2]

@@JustinHeideman She is nowhere. You and your high school band brought light and happiness to people's lives during the pandemic. Continued success through your college years and beyond. Remember, that there will always be jealous people around in all walks and paths of life. Ignore them. They deserve to be ignored. Good luck.

[@JayBelafonte]

I hope you gonna highlight the other DM’s and the ones from other school the same way “Justin” is getting shine.

[@mcdonoghrahloh459]

They sure won't

[@simplysjay]

@@mcdonoghrahloh459 I said the same thing

[@mcdonoghrahloh459]

@@simplysjay I know brah , It's almost disrespectful!Thanx for the reply

[@DJ-xs9ki]

Why is Justin is quotations? That's his real name.

[@mcdonoghrahloh459]

@@DJ-xs9ki Who cares?

[@apthompson79]

They definitely need barricades to keep the distance. I’ve never seen a crowd get this close to the girls as I do with them.

[@roseamberzine5846]

They were even worse with Janae during the 2019-2020 SWAC Season and as bad with Brianna (this past spring). Right now they don't get it that COVID19 is real

[@apthompson79]

@@roseamberzine5846 Yeah I definitely remember how bad it was with Janae.

[@kikieaddy2576]

@@roseamberzine5846 last year was dreadful had to build a barrier 🤦🏽‍♀️‼️👍🏽

[@jaycesmith7899]

Only Bama St folks act like this. The dance team doesn't make the band.

[@sherilynsmith6862]

Exactly that was so uncomfortable to me they act like they didn’t want move when they told them to get back like I know y’all hear these people talking to y’all back up

[@kf9346]

Is that Justin "Vanilla Funk??" Just discovered the high school band he was in tonight--can't believe those were HS ids. Went down teh rabbit hole and ended up here. Of ocurse he would be at uni now

[@queenslyric800]

There’s Justin. Proud from NC🥰

[@tajaemaynor9895]

ASU for Justin! Oh we lit!!!

[@PumpkinBecki]

I wondered how Justin's flair would fit the new squad, which seems much more regimented and the dance focused on the Stingettes. I'd love to see some of his high energy moves sprinkled in xx

[@l.g.1142]

If it wasn't for the uniforms, I would've had a hard time trying to figure out who's in the band and who are the spectators. Better security is desperately needed! 🤔

[@jaydnvonrhoman736]

In the age of BLM and racial unrest, this white boy is the most popular boy in a school of 95% African American.. brings a tear to my eye. Peace and love from Australia.

[@blackskinnedbaby2650]

He isn’t the most popular boy in the school and honestly he is not the best leader. Y’all are only gassing him because he’s white. You would never have this energy for a black person doing this even though this is literally our culture and our shit please gtf

[@andreaforro7904]

that crowd was dangerous cray

[@subigboy3]

@@blackskinnedbaby2650 PREACH🙌🏿

[@tutru03jones77]

@@blackskinnedbaby2650 Relax. Any culture of people that sees someone from a different race or culture learn their culture and be good at it is going to get a lot of attention. It's not that serious. As a black man I learned salsa and other Latin dances a few years ago. I was no where near the best but the Latin community was happy and proud and embraced me for doing something in this area where I live that other blacks don't do.

[@blackskinnedbaby2650]

@@tutru03jones77 that’s stupid as hell you think that. Not only that that’s not even true💀💀 never would a black man get that much attention for doing something equally important in the white community. He’s literally getting this much attention because he’s white, he LITERALLY said that himself. If you don’t know what your talking about remain quiet lmfao

[@ericajones3695]

Those boys are sharp as a tack!👏🏿

[@beeshor1]

Please quit hating on people because of race or anything else for that matter. If you want the world to change and all of the messed up attitudes that are in it, then just pointing the finger at someone else isn't going to do it. We have to start with ourselves. Yes, there is a thing as "white privilege". But this kid has worked extremely hard and he clearly has a respect for the tradition. Give him his roses and let him shine.

[@LucidDream]

No, there really isn't "white privilege". Money is privilege, not race. The struggle in life has never discriminated. Maybe when you wake up and stop using that term we'll be closer. I've never got through my life or been granted favor because I'm white. I'd love to know where this mythical privilege is, because I see people all around me suffering. So cut that bullshit out, it does nothing to bring anybody together.

[@beeshor1]

@@LucidDream Yes, there is white privilege. If you were in an all-white neighborhood and someone who lived there didn't recognize you, would you feel as though they might call the police on you? That happens to black people EVERYDAY. We are assumed to be up to no good so we must first prove that we are OK whereas you will likely never have to confront that phenomenon. And that privilege extends into other areas as well. I'd be more than glad to point them out if you wish.

[@CandaceStewart-z6z]

GO BAMA!❤❤❤GO VANILLA FUNK( JUSTIN) YOU ROCK!!! THESE KIDS DO SUCH A GOOD JOB..ALL OF THEM🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤

[@mariabetancourt6797]

My gosh it is the same hollering man again....can't watch this video anymore to stressful

[@vicariawilliams6585]

Yes Justin protect those black queens

[@explorationofbeauty6406]

The fact that the title is clickbait and people are literally coming for this young boy as if he asked to be the subject of the video. But I guess its ok to expose him to scrutiny for views and money. Showtime Web shame on y'all. Why not have highlighted all the drum majors? Yall knew exactly what yall you doing.

[@AndyKapp]

Not sure how this is clickbait or exploitation. Did you talk to the young man? And why aren’t the others being exploited in your mind? Why do you feel like Justin needs protecting. He exploited his his entire situation to become a KZbin phenom.

[@explorationofbeauty6406]

@@AndyKapp he got popular off a video that went viral and now has a large following. So by putting his name in the title he knew not only his fans would come but ppl who are upset with him being a white boy "infiltrating" black culture. More clicks more views but by what means. Plus why they changed the title and remove the other vid if it wasn't. Trust me because even when he went viral in that video from high school while he got alot of support there were alot of people that were being negative and immediately turned it into a race thing.

[@AndyKapp]

@@explorationofbeauty6406 So a black videographer makes money exploiting a white kid. And again I ask what’s your issue? I mean is this your first time on KZbin? That’s how this platform works. And does the added exposure for ASU hurt or help the institution? People getting mad about a white kid involving himself in our culture sounds similar to sentiments one might find at a Trump rally.

[@lisakelly2121]

From what I understand Justin had go through an audition process in HS like everyone else and that include a scoring system. The highest mark is 80; Justin scored 78. Unless the fix was in (Justin bribed or blackmailed the panel - sarcasm I'm not saying he did) he won his spot.

[@Mr_Nonsenssee]

@@AndyKapp bro just be quiet and take a seat some where like damn

[@MrBarnett85]

Justin isn’t able to fully be the drum major we fell in love with when he was in high school. This style is cool, but it would have be NICE to see an extension of what he was in high school!

[@gracebaw5722]

When and if he becomes head band major you will see an extension of his style. The head band major is the one who sets the tone.

[@vrjanice2]

@@gracebaw5722 Thanks. I didn't know that.

[@rblackman2]

His influence in high school was The Sonic Boom of the South of Jackson State University.

[@vrjanice2]

@@rblackman2 Yes, I think I remember reading that he attended their summer training camp that they have yearly.

[@vrjanice2]

@@gracebaw5722 Lately, they have broken into a couple of dance moves while marching. I was shocked. So, I think he is having an influence on their style even now.

[@commentguru7952]

This is beautiful to watch, everyone is so damn awesome and talented…..show stoppers

[@dennisbrooks3270]

Nice to know Justin tried out and got accepted as a DM. He seems to enjoy that activity since high school

[@chanthdfe4492]

The crowd is way too close to them

[@larancewatson2094]

I'm glad Justin went to the right marching band

[@verybrown1]

Good to see you do your thing Justin.

[@Montyy2x]

Alabama state drum majors leading the Alabama State Marhcing band*

[@msanrai]

Aww glad to see him up front again

[@SunflowerSoul416]

I love how sharp the Stingettes movements are!! Yessss queens!

[@jrot4953]

Congrats from Montreal, Justin

[@greggthebandman9678]

personally I don't get it. All these videos focus on is the drum majors and the dancing girls but the heart of the band is the kids at the back. I don't think it takes nearly the talent to "strut and dance" as it does to play the tenors, snares, trumpets, baritones and the rest of the instrument the "musicians" play. I like the flash too but show the damn rest of the band sometimes.

[@sheilawroten4559]

Is that my boy...?? Their in college now??? Awesome!!!

[@teriarussell7282]

This is why they had the band surrounding the stingettes last year. Why can't people stand back.

[@latavious48]

Dude has talent ….Go ASU !!!

[@MsNikkiCrucio]

Wait is that….Vanilla Funk?! We said years ago he was invited to the barbecue and look at him now. He’s earned his foil wrapped plate.