Anderson .Paak - The Dreamer (feat. Talib Kweli & Timan Family Choir)

[@SteveTheMovieGuy1]

Well, you know, I'm a 56 year old white man from England, i.e. far outside Mr Paak's target demographic, but I have to say this is by far the best album I've heard in years. Proof that great music just cuts right across all boundaries.

[@Kayla-nh5lr]

👍👍☺☺

[@ferenczidaniel]

I'm from Hungary and I have to agree with you. I don't know what is it like to live in Cali and live the life this guy lived, but when I am listening to his songs I feel like I can identify with him. This guy is GREAT!

[@dusanjanovsky4157]

I wish I got my 55 years old dad listen to this masterpiece. Great comment anyway, makes me believe I will have a taste for good new music in those years as well :)

[@SolarSanchez1]

ferenczidaniel I never been in Cali, but this type of music makes a teletransportation or something. I agree

[@michellecote1652]

37 year old woman raised on punk - heard this in an Uber and it's in heavy rotation now. Genres and generations don't matter when the music is good.

[@sanomcfly2589]

I was boardline suicidal and hear this song that brought my heart back to my childhood and gave me the inspiration I needed to keep life going. Big s/o to the homie anderson

[@MegaGreatpretender]

Nice, love you my man ! It’s off the charts for sure … so check - here I come with a official stance . You leaving ain’t no good - you need to hold on, we need u holding on - who’s cares ? The music u gotta feel… no magic no copper field … hold yourself… I love u ! I’m a product of re runs

[@mamasaidknockyouout]

[@alppmlig]

Keep dreaming man!

[@vinko9599]

Try mac miller aswell, he helped me big time. Stay strong brother

[@seheshehoohlo3420]

Me and you are the same person 🙏🏿

[@hazelsonline]

AND WHO CARES THAT DADDY COULDN'T BE HERE MAMA ALWAYS KEPT THE CABLE ONNN AYYYYYY

[@BtwIOweU1]

Holy crap..!! As soon as I saw this comment, the first hook came on lmao ^^

[@jamie3033]

My fav part

[@angelcueva5120]

Im for real crying this shit is so real its not even funny

[@krowentheunknown7848]

Yo that hits home for me right there

[@jrnation5387]

I read this at the same time it said it

[@bellasvanlife]

I'm 61. My mom was a single white mom raising two biracial girls in a predominantly black community. She worked three jobs. She passed 15 years ago. Her birthday is next week. This song just makes me cry. I miss her. I have played this song at least 50 times.

[@airons1895]

May your mother Rest in Paradise/Peace. ✌🏾❤️🙏🏿.

[@dichotomousfilms]

‘Imma product of tube and free lunch - mama always kept the cable on- God bless your mother-

[@supermonkiey]

Well, you know, I'm a 827 year old dinosaur from the paleozoic era, i.e. far outside Mr Paak's target demographic, but I have to say this is by far the best album I've heard since the crustaeceous period. Proof that great music just cuts right across all species. I'd pay about tree fiddy for this one.

[@robboss4740]

I see...

[@a.d.64]

🤣🤣🤣 LOL

[@buckfitty]

I gave you a dolla last week

[@jahmaisofly]

🤣😂😂

[@dansyopin1272]

Underated comment haha 😂

[@Poplarman]

"who cares that your daddy couldn't be here, momma always kept the cable on" fuck. I don't think any verse I've ever heard has hit me that hard. Took that straight from my heart.

[@KhazanWorld]

2024 i had a rough day and im glad to be able to be with paak when he produced this track bring back good days 🎉

[@grandmagretchen1504]

my mom is a single mom, raised 3 children on a very tight budget. My brothers are moved out in college and are doing so well, thanks to our mom. “who cares your daddy couldn’t be here, momma always kept the cable on” that really hit, because no matter the situation, mom always kept the cable on and food in our stomachs. I’m so grateful to have her as a mother, i want to show her my gratitude when i’m out of school, to show her that i appreciate her.

[@SZY_]

thats so real

[@cward9703]

LOVE THIS. WE ONLY HAVE ONE!!!

[@nxbis]

When you get a tingle in your face and feel a tear start up, that's soul. This album proves that our generation can make music.

[@thomasvikersveen4499]

exactly the same happend to me ! i smiled and teard up, it was awesome and wierd, soul !!! im blessed

[@Myegoisdead]

EVERYTIME I listen to this I'm dreaming and I swear it's like I get nervous bout my goals but this song motivates tf out of me even more to do what I have to do to make it . 💯💯

[@MrBwinfrey]

my wife put me on his music 😁😁😁

[@ccon1178]

Brian Winfrey u got a good girl keep her 😆😆😆🤗

[@bvomusic1853]

that's too true.

[@TheDrFunkenstein]

This ones for all the dreamers and all the ones who never gave a fuck! Got me hooked instantly.

[@hectororellana166]

Momma def did keep all the cable on. Thanks to all ya single or struggling Moms. Love you & your strength :)

[@monterreywilliams8567]

I'm out of range too and LOVE Paak! I'm 67!

[@bosnianowitzkifan41]

It's 4pm. I'm sitting in my room listening to this album next to my open window feeling a nice october breeze. Sun is shining. This album is giving me amazing vibes. The feeling i have right now is unexplainable but it's the best feeling i've had in years. What a man!

[@lukejamesbgn]

This album is pure fire. I gotta get a physical copy!

[@linkplug6536]

Yo love your reviews

[@lukejamesbgn]

#LinkPlug Thanks!

[@blkface968]

+Luke James (Album Reviews) Was just thinking the same thing

[@nickmessenger8930]

+Luke James (Album Reviews) artist of the year already in my eyes

[@JeromeTrumanClubb]

+Luke James (Album Reviews) Mosdef, I am just finding this. so great.

[@Taisonnigma94]

I am out of Paak's demographic target - I'm a very young 51 year old mother of 2 boys, but I can also say that this is the BEST album I've heard in years. The song "The Dreamer" hits me in the most profound point of my soul. Music can do that to you. Am on my son's account !

[@chasityb3022]

Louis Cabrera , that’s what good music supposed to do .. if done right it should real all ...

[@geraci9]

“Young” lol

[@lincolnoliveira3041]

V l s

[@blues9215]

Ma’am 51 is middle aged

[@petek7035]

I'm 61, a white boy from Aotearoa, just discovered this crew tonight. Absolutely transfixed. First album I have played right through on you tube for years. Life is good, thank you Anderson Paaks.❤❤

[@RileyBruhh]

this album been keeping me sane for 4 years

[@quar7]

This album is ahead of its time. Pure Classic. Literally been playing non stop since the day it released. Smh man.

[@SuperParkerC]

He's so damn talented. Thank god we have people like him.

[@joeykvision8344]

people complain about the xxl freshman list, but I am beyond grateful I discovered this brother's music.

[@camister1565]

Amen

[@Zingga44]

Amen

[@23roycey23]

koala gang stand up

[@theunicorn5515]

+ezra royce do me a favor and check out my new KZbin channel; Please let me know what you think! Peace and Light! Namaste. YHWH IS BACK!

[@jaemurakami]

cause most of those guys on the mag are overrated mumble rappers whp have no substance in the music they make. paak and a few other talent so happen to share the cover...

[@daveedcue]

“Shoutout to the free lunch, who knew what we would become.” Damn. 😭

[@sober7967]

Just straight fire

[@Maggye92]

"Don't stop now, keep dreaming" that's the message ❤️❤️❤️

[@rolandovillanueva7143]

This is the most beautiful album i have ever heard. If this does not win a grammy im never watching the grammys again

[@badusername797]

I heard you gotta make me pay to snatch the grammy

[@happybobjr1]

+Bad Username not anymore. They changed the rules

[@ainga22]

+Bad Username I see what you did there

[@christopherzertuche1904]

This album was given to me by a friend, and it's one of very few albums I can listen to from start to end. 10/10, gives me summer vibes, memories and stimulates the soul/mind. Very underrated album.

[@SZY_]

Same

[@PutumaGqamana]

I listened to it 3 times today. I just can't leave it alone. The very first song sealed the deal fir me; i,e, the Bird, which is a tearjerker for me as it resonates at a very deep and soulful level. I wasn't ready. The album is an amazing and eclectic collection with a few more standout and unforgettable cuts, including surprisingly stellar contributions by the guest list of Schoolboy Q, Rapsody, Game and Talib. The soul reminded me of Bilal somewhat; maybe it's the voice, but the songwriting is all California dreaming, reminiscent of the mix of struggle and success, the debauchery and the soulful ambivalence of a Frank Ocean in his last album, yet a fresh, personal and unique perspective in its own right. Just beautiful music especially if you pay attention to its lyrical narrative.

[@shaungbm3861]

+1 I've been thinking this reminds me of a grittier Frank Ocean. If there is one thing I don't like about Ocean, it's that his voice is so good sometimes it sounds like he's not trying... But this is pure soul

[@TheMichbo]

Really has that bilal vibe. Not a coincidence bilal was once signed to aftermath/interscope. Dre had to sign this gem instantly.

[@TheMichbo]

Particularly when I heard The Bird I thought it was Bilal.

[@DrBox88]

+TheMichbo Aww man I loved Bilal!

[@bladedripp]

That comment is perfect for explaining this album

[@JBuck8319]

I'm Still listening to this Song, Never gets Old. How can you not like this. SMH 🔥🔥

[@ishfarahmed3684]

Anderson paak is hands down easily the best rnb singer in the game now and it ain't even close!!!!

[@Strawberry-lt9bw]

This young man is just so deep you got to respect. What he’s saying and feel it cause we all done seen, or lived it. I love everything he put his touch on.😎🎶🍓

[@yolo3718]

Got the CD and listen to it on any drive more than 30 minutes. I’m addicted. Worth every penny and then some.

[@2bleavin]

Im here researching after "leave the door open"Ie: silk sonic collab, single, I'm a 57 year old retired DJ, good art/ music has no boundries & is ageless, I'm a new fan, my convertible thanks you for all your cds I just ordered♡

[@RC-md2yx]

Now days people dont make this type of music. Only Anderson paak do

[@jonathandigennaro]

Still can't get over how good this album is

[@miriammiller1794]

He is a fellow Aquarius - egalitarian, sophisticated, a true citizen of the world - want to meet him and thank him for being a genius.

[@MrJulinho762]

This song remind me that I owe my mom so much.

[@Jussara95]

🙌🏼

[@ogshawn28]

Good time music like this is missing from the radio.... Dude is dope af

[@fonqstarr3636]

it would help with some of this bullshit bein pushed into the minds if it was

[@iz202]

I actually came here from the radio, might wanna change your station ;)

[@fonqstarr3636]

a long time ago

[@venipenny]

where

[@ccon1178]

he's nice on them drums too YESS LAWD!

[@NtsikayomziJimu-j8h]

It inspires me

[@classiql]

You reading this.. Yeah you. Keep ya head up 👆🏽 it gets better.

[@reggieflent1525]

Practical Fitness- it's June 2020 and I just now so this comment... Bro, you don't know how this touched me at this moment.. in confidence, I believe this expresses your character. I had to stop the song and respond to this 😔 So much I want to say, I'll just simply say.. Thank you Brother..

[@classiql]

@@reggieflent1525 yes sir family! I'm touched that it went out and found someone to give comfort to. We got this! 🤜🏿💥🤛🏾

[@bboy_nliten]

Thx bro, really needed this rn😔🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@classiql]

@@bboy_nliten always fam! #strength and #prospertiy and #peace

[@Para_Noia_]

Boss

[@deedee75able]

Oh my....heard him on BET awards for the first time and his music is fire!!!!! love it!!!

[@anthonyrodriguez9557]

same here. never seen him before that he has so much soul

[@missayanda27]

What a perfect way to end a perfect album

[@rsyoda943]

This song speaks to me in a lot of different ways. If your reading this I hope nothing but the best for you and your family. ❤❤❤❤

[@erichenry386]

You too

[@MrJoebarnes]

this song is so inspirational

[@triggeredg4mer124]

This song is so old and I’m now just listening to it but I like it because rn I’m 17 about to be 18 and my father was never there for me. But one day some people cut the power from our house when I was little and the only person that kept that power on was my mom. 😇

[@michaelrodriques1068]

This song gives me the chills

[@zacharybrown8054]

Michael Rodriques me too man it's amazing

[@1231FLOR]

Facts!! My adult son just sent it to me 😢🤩😍

[@highlybaked8417]

@@1231FLOR Your son is a legend and you're a great parent mam!

[@lincolnoliveira3041]

@@1231FLOR P l p C h r l s

[@brendanreilly4675]

I’ve only known this song for a few weeks and just makes me think of nostalgia and good memories from 2-10 years ago, it’s strange

[@MrDelow11]

This song takes me back to the 90’s growing up in a single parent household and momma working two jobs and she made sure I had my games and my two sisters had they phones, cable and internet (back when it was AOL) just so we wouldn’t be in the streets bc my neighborhood wasn’t a good neighborhood to grow up in but momma did her best and did a damn good job if u feel the same like this post....the 90’s seemed like the golden days to me💯

[@danielelmasarany8125]

This song genuinely reminds of my childhood so much. brings me to tears

[@sidvicious3691]

I love Anderson Paak. His music is fresh and great! Stay Solid Anderson! 🤗♥️♥️♥️

[@hasmikgrigoryan7259]

Never gets old. It's like reading a good book 📚

[@angeltesfayexo6909]

I'm so glad I gave this guy a benefit of the doubt when I watch the xxl, I checked out his music and I can truly say he is just amazing, a true genius, could arguably be one of if not the best true artist/musician of our time he is bringing back that classic 70s/80s music with a dash of Hip-Hop, with funk, R&B, jazz, neo soul music, yet at the same time smoothly fusing it into a Much Much needed fresh new sound of music. He is just so versatile, he is an all around musician through and through. He is revitalizing music much like the great legendary artists did before his time, a true student of the game. He truly is the future of this industry, no doubt.

[@Solunadaye]

A. Villares that cipher did him no justice. I love this guy. #truegenius

[@jahmaisofly]

Same when I heard thst cypher I thought he was a shitty mumble rapper but when I started seeing all these "Anderson Paak Type Beats"that sounded good I thought fine I'll give him a chance. I heard him on Mac Millers song Dang and realised how great a singer he is and checked out more of his music, I actually use his voice sample from dang on my beats

[@jamman7344]

This song catches my soul and tosses it higher than the sky ever took me.

[@nighttimefeels5196]

This One For the All The Little DREAMERS Thank u Mr Paak

[@SoccerEverywhere2]

Best song on the album, Anderson Paak is on the rise, do not sleep on him.

[@shlomogidon7217]

It’s been a long time since we’ve had a real and true artist ..........I appreciate your excellent work and vision Anderson Paak ..........you are a legend

[@RightoJoe]

Anderson Paak has restored my faith in this young generation. ....stand up for real shit...not this bullshit the radio stations be pushin.

[@Visible_274]

This song gave me an amazing feeling 🎉

[@thepangolinsoldier6398]

Well, you know, I'm a 14 year old boy from the US, i.e. inside of Mr Paak's target demographic, but I have to say this is by far the best album I've heard in years. Proof that great music just cuts right across all boundaries.

[@xandexanderj]

Igual ao senhor de 54 do primeiro comentário, still

[@Loud2013]

I'm about to be fitty three, and still digging this gen x anthem.. I'm a product of the tube and the free lunch, living room watching old reruns.. 🌟💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿

[@wrytte]

Slept on this for way, way too long and now realizing I've been missing out on some of the best music I've heard in quite a while. Better late than never, I guess

[@MusicMad77]

Love it. First time I ever heard, saw or knew of Anderson Paak was when he was opening for Bruno Mars. Stole my heart then and has kept it ever since. Amazing all round. ❤

[@mikaylafasullo8417]

have not stopped listening since his performance in toronto

[@coreytucker5063]

when I heard him on the XXL freestyle I was like this dude is wack. but I did not no he was not a rapper he's clearly a soul singer. Album straight fire I'm truly sorry.

[@adrianjimenez4612]

My thoughts exactly

[@blazilfrazil2]

corey tucker same here

[@kalechips965]

How about dat Lil' Dicky tho?

[@mikecraig2062]

corey tucker he does both

[@deliove70]

yoo paak is a good rapper, he just didn't had his day that day freestyling.. but he knows he got the skill so why give a right?! you should look at some tracks like green light with jonwayne

[@chosensavior2802]

Yeah about to have this album on repeat for a while. This is my favorite album and we are not even past the first quarter of 2016 yet.

[@talon100km9]

KEEP DREAMING, DON'T STOP NOW!!

[@hemdoz]

Yo Anderson paak been listening to you since breezylovejoy with DFD man it's great to see your talent rising to the top cause this one is for all the little dreamers straight jamming

[@SameBasicRiff]

+sovandara oum same man! still wondering if o.b.e. vol 2 is ever gonna be a thing

[@jordanbabcock9349]

+sovandara oum I hear you there I caught him with Dumbfoundead and Watsky and he and his band put on an amazing show, has been a favorite CD of mine since the night I got it! So happy for him and for us that he's made it to the top. Natural progression as I see it, this dude's the cream of the crop..

[@demetrepe]

It's crazy that I'm just hearing this song. ❤ played it for family. We love it. Thank you for making it

[@MrRhondineg83]

I'm a 15 yr olds and I wish we had more music like this

[@driablack4508]

Where have I beeeeeeeeen??? I'm just now hearing this song... Bout to bump the whole album since yall say is crack ❤️

[@burgercoat]

I remember this song, I had this on my playlist back in may 2020 I’ve heard this song and singed along with it for about 1000 times. 2020 felt like a day ago, it’s crazy how fast time goes by when you aren’t constantly watching the clock. Great song as always Mr paak

[@deebokhanwiththebreakdown5458]

Thought leave the door open was all Bruno. Learned different on Spotify. Chose OXNARD as my 1st listen mid Sept. Hadn't listened to anything else until MALIBU tonight. Radio sucks here down in the dirty of Alabama so your reach is appreciated and salute to your longevity. OXNARD is INCREDIBLE

[@skoyiawarner6975]

I was captivated and motivated by this entire album.

[@aaronbarkley539]

this is pretty close to being the anthem of summer for me this year and that's saying something since it's so early in the year

[@chopstickstv5714]

Always coming back to this iconic album Anderson Paak is really one of the outstanding artists I can listen forever❤ much love from germany

[@MrTwizz908]

I discovered this brother from BET awards 16 & the latest Tribe album.... he gets it!! He is what's needed in music today.... this and Hiatus Kaiyote and the Internet.... made me happy with their sounds in this era of such terrible decaying supposedly music.... I found an outlet!!! Keep doing it Anderson Paak!!! I fux with ya!!!

[@tarfathewise]

Finally someone using talent in rap/hip hop to make money. Bout time. Don't let the fame get to you man. Make the music you GATTA feel. Don't do it for the critics, the radio. Do it for you man, you earned it.

[@cesarpiri7802]

Saw Paak live with George Watsky a couple years ago and the energy was so strong, he was amazing, glad he's still making amazing ass music for my ears

[@macdabluepanther]

One of the best albums I ever heard in my life! Real Talk.

[@nrtspade5090]

It’s been 3 years and it’s still my favorite song because why not.

[@rortega311]

Im crying my nixxa 😭this is beautiful music .he came up from nothin.

[@olaolu10]

This album is really the depiction of my life, it brings me to tears when im stressed out. Reminds me that I gotta stick to my nindo and keep dreaming!

[@charliewingate3x]

This that vibe

[@Prettywitty1]

Salute to the Dreamers! You are never alone. We "got" additional proof! BLESSINGS IN YOUR LIFE! ✅💯❤✌️🌞🙂

[@shadrackosambula8558]

It's the first time I have listened to this album in over 2 years....... It gets better every time

[@westsidedippin9676]

Anderson .Paak is a fresh breath of air! Such Heart & Soul, thank you for this.

[@pervispowell2075]

So brilliant and talented… thank you for such INCREDIBLE music and lyrics…. Keep being GREAT…

[@cynthiasmith7443]

Ayyyyyyye! “...the tube and the free lunch” 🤚🏽 No cable though...thanks a lot moms 😂🤷🏽‍♀️ Nah...she did her thing ❤️

[@frederickitt7165]

I swear I had this on repeat the entire hour of my weight training session today. (Hell, listening to it again hours later is making me want to get dressed and go back to the gym for another round!! lol ) This is one of the best albums I've heard in a while and definitely inspires me (as an aspiring producer/artist) to be original and not put myself in a box with this music shit.

[@marialuisa2018]

This was on repeat the night I missed my pops last phone call 💔 right before his life was brutally taken away from him and all I could do is hold my momma up and be by her side for strength 🕊️🕊️🕊️ forever will be reminisced by this song❤

[@DInferno1988]

favorite song! on repeat for years. like the beginning says, enjoys some of the old and enjoy the new. I can see that carry over with silk sonic.

[@Origamibeats]

for me the best album of this year. These are my top artists right now. 1. Anderson paak 2. milky chance 3. Mura masa

[@Origamibeats]

i totally forgot isaiah rashad and gold link

[@playdead8734]

Mac Miller?

[@kennychristiansen9847]

@@playdead8734 unfortunately he's not here right now.

[@serenitybeats1677]

Frank ocean

[@kasonotis1431]

pro tip: watch movies at flixzone. I've been using it for watching all kinds of movies these days.

[@ovechkin8able]

Album of the decade

[@eduardorodriguez2886]

I have not purchased an albulm in years. This. Malibu. Worth purchasing. Music finally heading in the right direction again. Thanks Anderson .Paak

[@haileyinlv]

Always have this song on repeat! Good vibes 🔥

[@gabrieldavis5413]

I just moved to California and my entire life changed once I did. I've been quite poor my whole life and this song spoke to me in ways I haven't heard any other song do. I'm so happy now

[@SZY_]

I'll bump this till i die

[@andiledlamini-hc9cp]

The sound of this track can sweep you off your feet, Im down as I speak ❤

[@calibreazsunshine7695]

Stumbled onto this,and haven't stopped listening! Thank you for bringing some much needed flavor to the music world!

[@eyecan8]

Anderson you been talking to my God! Stop it - you driving me wild 😎. And I love it 🌹

[@karinamiddlebrooks2167]

I love Talibs verse. More like a panther!

[@coolneighbour2936]

this album is bananas, this song is FIRE, (that beat though!) Good to see Kweli dropping some more relevant verses, he is a true hip hop legend, Reflection Eternal ! Damn beautiful people, LOVE!

[@megasceptile137]

who cares if daddy wasn't here but momma keep the cable, damn that's for real

[@MedicatedActivities]

My favorite line 😖

[@SigRho1429]

Caught you on NPR's Tiny Desk concert and immediately bought this album. The whole disc has an updated feel to the early 90s hip hop I grew up with, and I can't get enough! Keep 'em coming, Mr. .paak.