Azealia Banks The Interview: RZA, Cardi B, Skai Jackson And More

[@TheBLACKMedia]

Hi, Im Tahir Register, owner of The BLACK Media, LLC stopping by to say thank you to all who've viewed and engaged, it means a lot. Many of your words are kind, thoughtful, positive, real, inspiring, and enjoyable, but many are not. Here at TheBLACKMedia we pride ourselves in being the only Black owned media publication that does not report on Gossip, Rumors, and Negativity. We provide SAFE SPACES for all, nonjudgmental, and we make sure to provide upscale imaging to show people of colour in the best light possible. While many of you may not agree, Azealia Banks is not "crazy", and she is not unworthy of forgiveness, love, support, and most of all understanding. Many things she's said in the past, she's apologized for, but at the core of reality Azealia exists on the same plane as you do, the basic human one in which we all give our opinions. Many of you "drag" Azealia for her brutal honest opinion, while leaving brutally honest opinions of her in comments sections all across social media. Irony is so ironic. One thing we'll never do here at TheBLACKMedia, and I say we, even though I'm the only one who operates this publication, because my #SOULdiers (supporters), stand by me when I say, we'd never silence a Woman for speaking her mind and telling her truth. It's okay for you NOT to agree with her truth, but the slander has to stop. We often say, we must come together, support one another more and stop the bad mouthing, but use social media to do the exact opposite. You don't have to bad mouth someone if you disagree with them, please keep that in mind. Also you don't have to comment on something you disagree with, much like what many of you are saying about Azealia. Being a hypocrite is what it's called by the way, simply stop. Thank you to all who've watched our exclusive, we have more coming, more original content and more positivity shaping and changing the way we see each other. Hopefully you'll join me on this journey and check yourself the next time you decide to "drag" someone because of a difference of opinion. I don't like pumpkin pie, I like sweet potato, however Im not going to stand over pumpkin pie yelling, screaming, calling it names, or disrespecting people who eat it because I think it's nasty....I'm simply not going to eat the pumpkin pie, and indulge in some amazing Momma made sweet potato pie. If Azealia...or anyone else we interview is not of your liking...then don't eat it. Be real, NOT rude. Thanks, Tahir Register owner of The BLACK Media, LLC www.TheBLACKMedia.org P.S I've Put comment filters a few days ago, anyone with negative, nasty language, will automatically be flagged and deleted. I was serious, TheBLACKMedia is NOT for the common social media behavior, we will respect each other and glow up. You can give your disagreement without bashing, dragging, name calling, and a loooottt of death threats. Not here, not ever.!

[@simonkendra3079]

f**king WORD. you just earned a subscriber here, sir.

[@allegrageller9308]

Thank You Tahir for your honesty and candor. We need more people like you and platforms like TheBLACKMedia.org to share ideas and engage with one another in a progress and Productive way. Many people in our community have been trained to believe that controversy should be met with contempt but the truth is we DON'T have to agree in order to have a dialogue with one another. Azealia Banks is a talented artist who happens to have strong opinions about her art, the culture and the inner workings of the music industry and I really appreciate you providing a safe space for her to share her ideas and point of view. #SALUTE

[@TheBLACKMedia]

Simon Kendra: Thank you! Bless you for joining!

[@TheBLACKMedia]

Wow!!!! Beautifully said and succinct! Bless you and thank you for engaging your statement pretty much sums up the point, I am grateful for your words. Truly. Thank you!

[@TheBLACKMedia]

Brukup1: God bless you, thanks so much for your words, also, I will try to do more, it's not easy booking interviews, but Im trying my best. I've never promoted not once this KZbin channel, and now many are viewing old videos that I just posted as placements and asking for more so Im going to produce more content like this and hopefully soon! Bless you!

[@CharlieCabralos]

They did this woman so dirty. No reason for her to have gone through that pain. You know when your mom cries, you cry? I have a similar reaction with Azealia. Love her so much and it breaks my heart to pieces. Glad she’s still out here and creating.

[@domotemujin7780]

I swear , 🥺😭

[@nunyabidnis3711]

I feel like 20 years from now, we are going to look back at everything Azealia Banks has tried to tell us and say, "Yo, she was right."

[@mperez1751]

Genevieve Antoine she's all over the place usually but she spoke but nothing but that truth that hits your soul in this interview!

[@DidiAz]

Genevieve Antoine 💯

[@tubester4567]

Ahh, No we wont

[@thefam6952]

Genevieve Antoine I dont need 20 years she’s right already

[@thefam6952]

m perez she’s not all over the place usually like she said y’all only pay attention to what y’all wanna pay attention to

[@mzicyss2008]

She’s too real for the industry...anyone who goes against the grain always ends up being the one who is “crazy” or blackballed altogether! People won’t respect her voice until she’s gone and it’s sad! I’m all the way here for her...I want to see her win so bad!

[@dwightbraham3168]

So true This makes me realize how dark the entertainment industry is. They're trying to bring her down

[@tuesday8073]

She’s said something interesting....she states she was taken to the party to be sexually exploited. She’s fought people to maintain herself. Good on her. How many artists stay silent and take it? She didn’t and because she’s talented she will win!

[@MrCheyenneervin]

Azealia Banks is that IT Girl. She sings. Raps circles around the best of the best. I can't wait til she gets the platform(s) she deserve. The cardi b Tea is the absolute TRUTH.

[@camilleespy7395]

cheyenne ervin yes another Lauren Hill

[@deem2024]

M Lane 😂😂😂😭😭😭

[@apasser4234]

M Lane “namshayan” 💀

[@onelifetolive8253]

cheyenne ervin she's a bigot.

[@MakebyJen]

I want to see her win

[@nivardadams4831]

Me too

[@mychannel5628]

Same

[@deronreed2945]

ME 2

[@echanelle5926]

Yessssss

[@tniaa77]

This girl is so talented. Lyrically, she's better than most of these commercial female rappers.

[@r.holman1593]

SHE SO SMART THAT IT DRIVES HER CRAZY....

[@xsamurai8206]

this woman so woke but the media will only show the part where she talked bad about cardi B

[@xsamurai8206]

Bitta swT we are all humans and as we grow we learn our views change and nothing is wrong about that ive had beliefs in the past that i dont believe anymore and im sure you have too, done things i can't do now- doesn't mean im bipolar it means im human and so is she

[@xsamurai8206]

Bitta swT yeah i agree with that but also the media show only bits they wanna show. But in all i like her cause she says whatever is on her mind no matter what. very few people have the balls to do that not even me

[@xsamurai8206]

Bitta swT im not saying shes right all the time im just saying i respect the fact shes not afraid to speak her mind even if she might be wrong. Its not everything taylor swift believes u will agree with so she only says things she knows she wont get attacked for. I respect people who speak their mind especially celebrities who show us their real beliefs and not say things to keep an image eg kanye west and azealia banks

[@xsamurai8206]

Bitta swT the day you come out and post everything you think about and believe on social media and you dont get called unstable or crazy is the day I'll agree with you. Truth is we all crazy me you azealia banks cardi B and everyone else. The only difference is only very few people show their crazy. Ps everyone is wrong sometimes she might have attacked black people in the past but clearly her views have changed why hold on to her past

[@xsamurai8206]

Bitta swT lmaoo sophistication is not an asset and im smart as hell. You sorta sound like a person who supports people being fake rather than real. And the sorta person who gives an image of yourself rather than express your true opinion out of fear of what people might say. Clearly we are different but I'd rather make friends with someone who says everything on their mind than someone who holds back cause that way i know who im dealing with. Thats why i prefer Rihannas personality over Beyonce's. But anyhow what do i know right? Im not as sophisticated as you are. Ps subscribe to my youtube, videos dropping soon there you get to see the unsophisticated unintelligent girl speak her mind without holding back 😊

[@forcekin]

I could listen to her talk for hours. She's so smart and well spoken, I can't get enough of it.

[@TheBLACKMedia]

Ughh Me too! If the camera didn't die, we would've kept recording, we got in depth with a lot of things after it died.

[@sway7479]

The B.L.A.C.K Media you should've busted out your phone. That would've been perfection.

[@moniquebrasil213]

I feel the same and english is not even my first language.

[@joseleyvagamez9100]

If AB had the success Cardiovascular had, she'd be unstoppable

[@freddiewest3836]

It's important to me to see black people who are well spoken and are my culture

[@TheSmokeWatcher]

Only fake people hate the realness

[@MissMikey239]

She is so slept on and people allow her rants to overshadow her talent. She is also very intelligent.

[@Andrew-hf1dj]

I loved the part where she explained that Cardi and Iggy "aren't that girl" cause it's true and it really shows in their music. they're just caricatures

[@99ivyrose]

she's so smart, people say she's mentally ill but she's mentally above 90% of people. I'll always support AB, SLAY SIS!

[@TheBLACKMedia]

Amen!! She may have suffered from depression as she states, but mentally ill? Like you said, absolutely NOT! She is brilliant!!!

[@SUPABOOOMB]

Same

[@simonkendra3079]

Even if she were mentally ill, that doesn't make her a stupid person. You're saying she's "absolutely NOT" like if it were a problem if she was...? Mental illness is nothing to be ashamed about or something to hide. It's an illness period. Depression is mental disorder, and it doesn't mean you're a freak.

[@CeeCee-j9w]

The two aren't mutually exclusive. You can have an above average intellect and still suffer from a mental illness. She said she suffers from mental illness.

[@CeeCee-j9w]

+Cans #Truth

[@ThatsEunice]

She's right about Cardi B. Cardi B admits that...she's only in it for the bag.

[@MemeFunLOL]

This made me very emotional. Azealia is truly misunderstood and underrated.

[@MISTERTWISTER-jr8cb]

She's underrated and it's soooo easy to make this sister a villain. People are afraid of her because of her outspoken Blackness.

[@jvncomeaux]

This will go down as one of the most important interviews in world history, and I don’t even think “Black Media” realizes the extent to how groundbreaking this is. 🖤

[@KNightRider504]

Groundbreaking? Only 25k views. Her Hot 97 interview reached more people.

[@kaatyblue]

WORD.

[@algonzalez6853]

she's reaching your honor

[@properplank6729]

Yeah, it definitely won't.

[@nubiansooonatural2848]

Jovan Comeaux I hundred percent agree

[@smartmouthriveria]

Unfortunately she'll get overlooked because she's a black woman with a voice

[@trueexclusives]

This was a really great interview. Good to see her in this sort of light.

[@TheBLACKMedia]

Bless you True! You know I've been a fan forever, Im glad you enjoyed!

[@Robertking1996]

TrueExclusives she’s been saying stuff like this 😕 nobody just wants to pay attention past the drama

[@romanrocha858]

I did not like her till this interview

[@mclenalex]

I see growth!

[@KingofgraceSARA]

Roman Rocha Shame because you chose to be a follower. She's pretty awesome.

[@Nina_dollinista]

Let's be honest she destroyed Iggy's career with her last iconic interview

[@angeleelewis9367]

I appreciate you😂

[@gigijnbaptiste6974]

I hope so.

[@maerunway8694]

Azealia Banks needs to protected at all costs.

[@thotcrimez4252]

Mae Runway yassssss

[@dnationapocalypse]

Mae Runway Facts!

[@thefam6952]

Real Talk.

[@victoredwardo9485]

For real fr

[@vanthdreadstar6957]

Mae Runway Agreed.

[@mswriteitall]

This is POWERFUL!! Many people don't understand how easy it is to be misunderstood in an Industry that is built on you not having an opinion. When you shut your mouth, and follow the rules the prize is yours. When you hold your ground you better be prepared to fight. Glory and Chaos you better keep pushing Ms. Banks. This is growth, we aren't here to be perfect we are here to journey through. Black Media this was truly powerful. See this is how we lift up own own. Dam I could cry. She's too ahead of her time. They gon catch up. Haven't always agreed with you, but from one sister to another I want you to win. As a matter of fact you've already won because you kept going. Ok my tears are flowing bye.

[@dariandasean]

I love this human being

[@Pollanese16]

I did not want this to end...

[@chrisjohnson7398]

She very smart and too real thats why they bash her

[@ged1266]

Chris Johnson exactly

[@briannatyson2725]

Who bashes her ? Tbh she starts drama on social media ....

[@mdf39735]

I like Azealia but in all honestly she does it to herself... She bashes more black artists than anyone in the industry.

[@hthtv3440]

Truth. 'Feels Russell Crowe's Spit & Fighting of a Woman... [ how is *That* a mark of real manhood? ]...was more to do with his *knowing* he wasn't going to 'get his way' with #AZB. ..not that day! It was like he was LASHING OUT at *Truth!*

[@hthtv3440]

@Michael... Mich.... but what of the #Racists that literally BASH more Black people than they are 'black artists', over the centuries... NO ONE dare BASH [them] in REturn; even verbally. But they'd [AZB's detractors] GET AT a Woman, tho-- #AZB.

[@nicholss21]

What Azealia is saying about RZA taking her to Russell to be initiated needs to be all over the media. This validates so many theories going around about beta sex kittens, it sounds like her "friend" was trying to set her up for that.

[@andrenabailey8734]

I agree!!!

[@munchkin4887]

I've never rooted for an artist so hard. I want her to be successful in her own right, and that doesn't necessarily mean mainstream. Just know that we're here for you girl💙 there are people in the black community that love you. Please don't ever doubt that.

[@MrTrinifather]

Munchkin this is so sweet!

[@tjsworld98]

She doesn't even want to be black she bleaches her skin. And she tears down other black women.

[@edwinlunes]

Yessss

[@chydgaf]

Yesssss

[@datgirlneya1262]

Munchkin yaasss they try to misconstrue things that she say... because it met not be popular at the time... I love her music she is so Extremely talented

[@lwsandrws]

Her music is stunning. 1991 was ground breaking, broke with expensive taste deserved to have such a bigger impact. I’m not going to comment on any of her previous views and opinions as I’m a white gay male, but I need this woman to succeed. She’s more than just 212 and I want people to know that.

[@terrellvolpe6651]

Exactly, fantasea and BWET are masterpieces and I feel like they deserve more recognition. Treasure Island should be much more groundbreaking.

[@kevinxsanchez]

It's so heartwarming to see how much she's grown. She's been through a lot, but still manages to do so much. That's resilience, that's Azealia Banks. I wish more people would appreciate her rather than follow the herd of belittling her. Azealia deserves so much.

[@SUPABOOOMB]

Exactly

[@sashiquemusic9570]

Wow! This interview was very interesting. Azealia really inspired me with that "black woman fire" speech. I needed to hear that

[@boycottfirstresponders]

Azealia Banks is so fucking smart.

[@louisianacookingwithkay]

Azalea Banks needs a podcast, and she should also interview people on her podcast. Control your own narrative girl, and you are very conscious.

[@whatamelons]

Yah, still a fan of Azealia...that'll never change. She admits when she's wrong, she calls out social issues in the music/entertainment industry, and stands by what she believes. So many folks sell out in order to be 'famous'. It's good to see someone uphold their beliefs, and be so talented.

[@ninab.729]

whatamelons hell damn near every celeb they mentioned did

[@ohwow4377]

I agree 100%

[@alvarovilla7309]

I agree she's very talented and woke af about Society and the system and ideology that exists within ourselves and the world, it has an impact on our Human existence. And she tries so hard to explain this to us but society just deflects what she says and then she starts getting fustrarated and starts saying other nonsense and then the media puts that under a microscope and makes her look like the Villian.

[@krislevellon3068]

whatamelons I like Azaelias music but I hat I don't like is that she's sacrificing chickens for her fame....that's exactly what the illuminati does on a bigger scale so I don't think we should support her. If your that open with that ritual what else are you doing that we don't know.

[@maggie.online]

Joshima M racism is a social model based on systematic oppression. she might be prejudiced wich is another thing. also she always said she's bisexual, and hating Perez Hilton doesn't make you an homophobe, it makes you intelligent lol

[@ShayOfficial317]

The Remy Ma and Nicki Minaj beef definitely looks bad and it's very tired... And she is right... No one is speaking on Remy's catalog... For her it's as if she never had done anything else outside of ShEther

[@Officiallyjoeyt]

It's Just Shay yes

[@Melissa-sj3rz]

okay

[@HumanStateOfEmergency]

Remy man can’t make it on her own without being featured or having artists featured on her tracks. Even with that alone she’s not hot.

[@Haute_leo]

Where is the outrage at Russel Crowe!? All this MeToo shit is bull. People are finally speaking out only when it involves rich white women. Black women are constantly blamed for the violence they endure. When will the double standard end

[@feeniix6]

juarez92b this!!!!

[@brytneybrewer1707]

juarez92b say that!

[@Deenique16]

juarez92b rza threw her under the bus. Very disappointed

[@diemmarley1217]

I was thinking the same. AB needs to tweet asking women who have been abused by russel to come forward. I'm sure there are plenty.

[@TheeHeadTurnerTV]

And Lupita as well accusations got swept under the rug as well noticed .. but all these white female actresses are getting all this sympathy & media coverage (not saying it's not deserved) but what about her?

[@hersupreme9256]

She will forever have my heart, her authenticity is unmatched. Beyond her talent... she is the kind of black woman we need to listen to. 💓

[@forevermusica8605]

Ok this is unrelated, but can I just point out how AMAZING she looks here 😍😍

[@DarkMatter11k]

This woman is iconic. I love her creativity, her authenticity.. Her music leaps in and out of genres. This is what artistry looks like. There are no crisp edges or perfect symmetry. There's that things that when people see it, they know it's your creation. That's Azealia.

[@minakoa7178]

that rza shit is so fucking sad

[@SLATESLATES]

I am Trash it really fucking is

[@13blanket]

RZA = nonentity

[@oudechokey]

But that E-Bro part XD

[@aoclive6710]

Yes she is a nut case , how many parties have these guys been too and when she shows up all hell break loose. This shit pump is clearly unstable and when she drinks she’s out for lunch

[@MrAvant25]

I started putting 2 and 2 together when I listened to his interviews. He lied about the situation at the beginning. Then he changed his story. He also said this was never suppose to get out to the public. The casting couch is real and Babylon is falling yall!!!!!!!

[@moejazzie]

Wow. This gurl is way smarter than I thought. I wish her the best...

[@leah1697]

What she said about ebro was spot on. He likes, and so do a lot of men, these young girls who think they have to smile when asked, dress or act a certain way to have a career and answer inappropriate questions on radio. What she said about RZA is so sad. Why would he take her to Russell Crowes party????? How could crowe help her? He couldn't! So when she says that, it makes so much sense! This girl has just been taken advantage of too many times.

[@lisat-wright99]

leah rammelt She acts. Maybe some connections in the firm industry was the purpose?

[@dikenzxo]

exactly. Those men are sick! Azealia shall prevail

[@mannyg.forever5730]

Very smart girl who is woke and aware of the politics within the industry. She's extremely talented.

[@DeonTray]

She has no talent. Period. She a bitter starving artist

[@SERRANDON]

This was soooo well done! S/o to The Black Media for putting together such a raw interview. AB was spoke nothing but facts. Her time will come because no matter what she's been through, you cannot deny her talent. True talent always prevails.

[@frankiemoran3660]

I have to say that I’ve watched a TON of interviews of AB, but I feel like I got to see who she truly is in this interview and what a brilliant young woman. It’s upsetting media controls what we see and hear, especially when it comes to a female like this in our society pushing her creativity and points of view. New found respect

[@buffdaddddddddy]

right? and the craziest thing is we all are aware in 2018 of fake news and how algorithms and targeted ads guide our attention. yet somehow we can't make the connection that culture is also not immune that there are special interests in making sure that the public consumes a certain images at the expense of a 3-dimensional complex person. ppl are mad cos azealia is defiant about embracing her full complexity, that's why she is capable of fucking up constantly in public yet making amends and growing. what more could you want from your artists??! most people want idols they can project their anxieties on sadly

[@ashleyhendrix]

Seeing her cry makes me so sad. Azealia Im so sorry this happened to you angel. Like honestly how can people deny this happened, like I know those cries when it kinda just comes out and you cant control it. Thats how I know its truthful. Please find a black spiritual healing space for that incident there are people out there for you!

[@everything5066]

I'm sorry but what happenedto her exactly

[@orthodoxazealian7566]

God I love her interviews so much. She makes you think.

[@Kluermoi]

I’ve Always liked This young woman!! I’m rooting for you baby girl

[@gigijnbaptiste6974]

Same. She's boss on the mic!

[@JustTheLonelyTalk]

Amazing interview!! I have a totally different outlook on Azealia Banks after watching this.

[@jarruda91]

I love how transparent she is.

[@schoolbox87]

More content like this please!!! This is the intimate coverage of AB (and other artists) we want!

[@TheBLACKMedia]

With your help I can get it! TheBLACKMedia is a fairly new website and we are new to coverage like this, but with constant support from readers and viewers we can get larger audiences and more people! Thanks so much, we are working hard to get more like this from celebrities you love. We do have interviews of local artist here if you want to check those out while you wait.

[@GETYOUREDUCATION]

you're cute

[@nishani4337]

I dont understand how she got spit on and the attention was not on that. That's interesting. Feminism is a "movement" that is intended to support white women

[@workwithcrissy5928]

Nisha Ni yes it is

[@htownmethe2937]

Nisha Ni 💯👑

[@psat21]

Absolutely!!

[@BigDeanoSyd]

Because she didn't get spat on

[@thefam6952]

BigDeanoSyd yes she did

[@jamesmartin8317]

I will always stan Azealia. Not only is she one of the best rappers of all time, but she has pipes. She is a wonderful singer as well. AND she is intelligent. She has so much talent man, and I know her time will come. When she gets down, I hope she remembers how young she is and realizes the continuous potential for recognition and growth. I can't wait for this woman to win big

[@Blessedmama67]

Her ideology reminds me of greats like Nina Simone and Eartha Kitt.

[@bartdude82]

Ayanna C. LMAO

[@siejeakimebell2369]

indeed... her momma was inspired by them and thus her mom influenced AB with the aesthetics from those ladies

[@thefam6952]

Yup

[@toussantlbisso]

I see how you could arrive at that conclusion. I Love all of them !

[@zaihussain9069]

Ayanna C. The only difference is that eartha kitt and Nina Simone had class and were kind and humble people

[@TheCollectorsChaos]

I love this interview but I hate seeing my girl AZ cryyy :(

[@TheBLACKMedia]

We did too! When it started we kept trying to stop the camera, by saying we can take a break, eventually I couldn't just sit there and let her cry, we had to break, but she's a trooper!

[@thestylegod5876]

AZEALIA IS ABSOLUTELY RIGHT....... #FACTS

[@thestylegod5876]

Lola Smith pay very close attention don’t dissect pay attention....I SAID WHAT I SAID....she is no angel she should understand her consequences..she is understanding her consequences.... she is also speaking many facts about the INDUSTRY and if you can not identify with her opinion you are free to voice it but if you don’t know this industry you should try to get a grasp of what she is saying or stay out of the conversation

[@lolasmith8577]

I read what you said. obviously. That was why i replied. When you say someone is "absolutely right", i can't assume you mean otherwise. She talks about her conflict with skai jackson and her other antecedents as her being "set up". That is absolving her of responsibility. "she is understanding her consequences", but how many things has she apologized for? She says she is made out to be a villain. That is making herself a victim in situations where SHE victimized others. I know you "said what you said". It doesn't make you right. And continuing to stand by your point when you are dead wrong reveals what connects you to azealia.

[@thestylegod5876]

Lola Smith I totally understand your points and I don’t disagree. It’s important that your opinion is different then what we see everyday....unfortunately it is not...we are not sheep (in regard to what Azealia does) you have no idea what connects me to Azealia hunni bunn.

[@gabyjoe1100]

She speaks a lot of truth but she does Need to censor herself when she deals with the public.

[@gabyjoe1100]

I almost feel sorry for her but I don't because I can't feel sorry for someone that isn't mature enough to be diplomatic. The top artists know when to shut tf up and not step on toes.

[@APR944]

This was a great interview. Thank You B.L.A.C.K Media. Damn it broke my heart to hear her story about that infamous party and RZA. You can see that she’s telling the truth and she’s open and so hurt. That really got to My Heart. XX

[@TheBLACKMedia]

No Thank you!! Thank you for watching we give all a platform to truly be truthful and honest, we on our Oprah-ish here at TheBLACKMedia, it broke our hearts too, that's me speaking when I say my first instinct would be to defend...it was hard to sit there and see. Bless you stay tuned.

[@noimnotakpoppfpsheacy2526]

Ok at this point we can tell we like Azealia 😹

[@RLucasReviews]

She's working so hard to make it in the industry but it's slowly eating away at her man..they want to break her. It's sad.

[@blojosh]

This interview needs to blow up and go viral. I'll never stop supporting her tbh.

[@BG-qj7ri]

josh far real

[@CHAMPl982]

She is telling the truth. Zero lies detected.

[@dannyyspencerr]

yo whoever edited this that was nice at the end with the crowd screaming 212 and shit that was real nice i liked that

[@TheBLACKMedia]

Hi! I did this, and thank you so much for your complement! We only captured the truth, that's literally how the concert went, in that order, with a few songs of course missing or else it would've been an 2 hour long video lol..but yup, she's a beast!

[@jadaeo32]

I feel like she is one of the most misunderstood artists of our time. Extremely talented and intelligent. I appreciate her talent and know we have really only seen the negative. There is so much more to her.

[@MoonNightSkies]

She didn’t tell one lie

[@RTMcFly-ni4qy]

disagree

[@tweetyslife253]

I underestimate how intelligent this woman is. She is he most intelligent American rapper. I sat and listened and agree with what she says or not, I must say that she is the only female rapper with such a high functioning brain.

[@theisisreincarnate]

💯👌🏼

[@Nitaka12]

God, she should take these answers and make them intros to an album with songs following them. Loved this interview.

[@nishisalott1839]

Azhrarn That's actually a good idea! Seriously

[@BDTTK9]

I just love Azealia’s honesty, it’s so refreshing.

[@lashawnJ1954]

I HAVE NEVER LISTEN TO THIS CHICK A DAY IN MY LIFE..BUT THIS CHICK IS MAKINGGGGGGGGGG ALOOOOOOOT OF SENSE..DEEP THOUGHT AFTER WATCHING THIS INTERVIEW!

[@battlehands4667]

Lashawn Brown now go check out her music ... she's dope through and through

[@petark6632]

she speaks her truth honestly tired of everyone's fakeness

[@ConcreteRoseKei]

To be honest, I never really caught on to her as an artist. I don't know her well like some of you but watching this makes me so fucking angry about how the media is portraying her. I think everyone, including me needs to see this interview and much more. It's bad enough Black Women have a hard time trying to find a place in this damn world.

[@KayLovee]

She snapped on this interview. She droppin gems and talkin that truth.

[@masseiy]

She does better in long form interviews than social media posts. Maybe she should stick to interviews at least till her image is rehabbed.

[@LIVEFRMNYC]

They would still just chop her statements up.

[@jtarantula3390]

She doesn’t need to be approved by people. She’s talented. She needs us, her fans

[@crystalchampagne]

i dont think she gives a shit about her image lol

[@masseiy]

Jesus Lopez She needs more fans if she’s gonna succeed, there’s a reason why Cardi , Beyoncé, & Rihanna are where they are they made sure to be likable enough to build a fan base that can get them on top of the charts, Grammy noms etc. People only root for the success of people they like.

[@13blanket]

She's never going to be basic and generic like BEYONCÉ (who is truly one of the worst) and Rihanna, so she'll always be less successful. But as long as she keeps going and makes music that is genuinely good and rhythmic, she'll be okay. As long as she doesn't go all financially retarded and end up like Dionne Warwick filing bankruptcy and shit, she'll be settled. I like to think that she's aware enough to know that.

[@brimichelle6271]

Such a good fucking interview. She's so insanely intelligent.

[@SirDave]

Great interview! I love the whole concept of the video, the angels, the colors, the titles, transition, excellence! I think this truly gave the world a more broad look at who she really is.

[@TheBLACKMedia]

Thank you so much, TheBLACKMedia is a one stop run completely ran by, Tahir Register...me, so this comment means so much to me, you have no idea, this was literally right after she got off stage, nothing but non-stop recording, running, figuring everything out on the fly so I'm glad you enjoyed it. It's the first time I've seen Azealia Banks in allll of who she is, and not just small parts the media often shows. Im so glad you enjoyed the colour grading, angles, and transitions it means a lot!!! I've never edited an almost 30 min video like this before, so for a first time, I'm proud you enjoyed it!

[@mitchelldouglass9412]

Sir. Dave yea they viewed that she is a nutcase... Lol

[@brytneybrewer1707]

She is talented af! I love her music and she be speaking fax. Hollywood don't like fax. Fax!

[@OfCourse_DestinyisanAries]

i really want her to win

[@munchkin4887]

desnee718 We all do💙

[@joshuawalker3006]

Luna call Sailormoon ASAP. Lets blow that riza up with some moon power lol

[@jayz7029]

same here, shes so talented

[@Smarterthanyew]

She is winning. People who know her music, know. She might not have the level of mainstream success her talent deserves, but that is because she is a woman who has made truthful choices. She does music that isn't typical or mainstream, it's for people who genuinely appreciate musical artistry. Its not for casual listeners or for radioplay. She creates real music for aficionados. And she is critically acclaimed by people who know music. That's more important and more honorable and more legit than chasing fame and fortune. Getting real respect. That's winning. By her own standards and the standards of people who appreciate real art. What would winning look like to you? Her welling out stadiums with pop-infused basic lyrics and some european dance dj providing basic beats? Crossover to a white audience? Which she sort of has becausr her music reclaims house ad yhe black invention it is, but manh white people enjoy it. Mainly becausr house is never really fronted by an artist so it employs many amazing black talents to create, who aren't seen. Think of the black singers on house tracks.they are able to create music without having to front bands and deal witb the racism that brings. It makes ehites comfortable they dont have to engage with the artist behind the music. With Azealea, she does front it and look: they can't cope. What i want for her is to be paid properly and accordingly so she had enough wealth to keep bringing out incredible music and tour it. Without having to rely on the benevolence of white gatekeepets who cry every time whiteness is criticised. But for now, can we accept that she IS winning, and that just because white people try to drag her down, doesn't mean she is not enough as she is.

[@nnekao.5995]

She's actually really intelligent!!! And speaking FACTS

[@ccw139]

She is just so fucking talented and beautiful and amazing. Obviously what she has been through has really affected her in a serious way but she is a fighter and I really REALLY want to see her succeed. I just want her to be her own person and ignore all these assholes constantly bringing up her old beefs and drama. She is so much more than that.

[@TheBLACKMedia]

This is it for her, she's under new management, this is the last you'll be hearing from her of this mess, (hopefully) and she's on to better things! Let's help her win!

[@ccw139]

The B.L.A.C.K Media Yes!! Im tired of her being the victim. She needs to be the strong talented woman we all know she is. She deserves success and so much more.

[@jennyjones4875]

CoconutWalrus strong women are also sometimes vulnerable and we need to support them like we do others.

[@scotiedoo13]

People will realize one day how amazing she actual is

[@StephenWhitesidex]

that whole speech about Cardi B was amazing and so true!!!!!!

[@JustKJLive]

Stephen Whiteside lol no it was she had no points and just sounded petty

[@swaggpro17]

Exactly and she spoke nothing but facts 👏👏👏

[@Headnotthetail2]

When does she start ?

[@chenanigans]

midnightspud exactly! Cardi B's career is bought and paid for. Nothing real about her shit. No talent, it's just business for her.

[@monica62888]

Everyone is mad because Cardi is actually rapping.. she also is "making" Nicki rap. 🙄

[@eoghanfleming7287]

Idc I’m white and azealia Banks is my #1 with Beyoncé, every song she has is genius

[@graceblood6198]

Great interview. I will never stop being a fan of Azealia. That RZA story and seeing her cry just pissed me off again. Rza not protecting her from disgusting Russell just shows how much of a slave he is. Russell spiting on her not only disrespected her but it disrespected him to. Rza is nothing but a heavy lisp coward.

[@mikelmontoya4714]

Her energy is so strong!

[@tamekacolley8828]

Had me in tears..HER LIFE is DEEP..

[@chiefmagistrate]

Azealia's real.

[@forevermusica8605]

Ok this is unrelated, but can I just point out how AMAZING she looks a here 😍😍

[@tvlersalinas]

Relieved that Azealia is getting this kind of attention where she's not asked drama fueled questions, but rather her opinion & receiving an open ear from us, rather than having it filtered & fed to an audience fixed on a media stereotype.

[@tvlersalinas]

So much respect for her pointing out the fact that she's saying a smart audience needs to focus on how the media is obsessed with pinning genuinely artistic & cunning individuals that they can't control against one another to destroy their image.

[@MoonNightSkies]

She’s so talented and deserves every positive thing that comes her way.

[@sweetssweeter2734]

I love the format of refraining from interrupting with questions while the person is being interviewed... when you don't over talk a person you have a better understanding of their point of view.

[@travelsbydev]

As a Nicki Minaj stan I can completely admit that’s she’s so freaking talented and an intellect. I just wish she would cut the controversy out and truly build her brand. That’s not to say she can’t speak out or have opinions but she needs to time her words better. I hope Nicki works with her in the near future.

[@Xxamxum]

Devonte' Allen She is now, though. If we want her to win we have to do our part to ride for her.

[@Aphroditeyoung]

Devonte' Allen you clearly missed everything she said about the media

[@annieev171]

Her and nicki together would be amazing!

[@awesomepixie419]

No she doesn’t. If this is her take it our leave. There’s no need for anyone to stop being themselves soooooo everyone else can be happy. F outta here

[@TTSantiago821]

People don't always understand or see a cry for help. They are so quick to go against someone without realizing what is happening. Everyone did laugh at her and just added this to a list of antics they felt were already bizzare and crazy. AB makes a lot of sense with what she says, and someone may not like her delivery because they can't understand it or don't like the fact that she points it out. That is a personal problem lol. Lastly, I absolutely get what she means when she says Cardi B is "not that girl". She is speaking of talent. AB actually has more talents than Nicki and Remy ma....she can do more and does it well.

[@ruthezenweani4152]

Literally better than them, my girl can rap. And she’s smart but she’s too emotional, she needs to raise her emotional IQ or EQ.

[@get2danews925]

that girl is smart as hell, shes just very outspoken

[@masseiy]

I’m rooting for leikeli47 and AB to make it. We need young fresh talented MCs to shake up the music game.

[@StahrMilan]

masseiy yessss

[@Cardsmaster]

Leikeili47 ftw

[@lunieroyale5446]

masseiy Exactly we need Fresh meat to rewrite the rules of HipHop

[@344adz]

When she cried I got upset. She’s so woke most ppl just sleep on her

[@1sava]

Now her fan of her social media tantrums, but DAMN, she has the smarts! She is so eloquent and intelligent, I always enjoy her interviews because she goes really deep and makes a lot of sense. She is so talented and gifted, I hope she focuses on her art more than anything else, cause she deserves to win!

[@Aaa999___]

Azealia Banks is the definition of “keeping it real”. And I love her for that. She’s just keeping true to herself ❤️

[@jasperbrayboy3434]

Azealia I love you so much. You are so excellent, strong and deserving of so much more. Praying for more prosperity for you. You are the epitome of greatness as a hip hop artist.

[@Lebaroninthisplace]

Woah!! Azelia put it out there!! The Hollywood casting couch. That's why she is being blackballed. She will not bow or shut up!! I have even more respect for her opinion and her talent.

[@navyblue234]

I love her! This was such a great interview. Not only is Azealia extremely talented, but she sees things as they are. She is very aware of how things work not only in the music industry, but in general. Everything she said is true whether people want to hear it or not.

[@PerkyBoy]

I’ll stan forever. The girls that get it get it.

[@jarradstirgus5711]

I've always loved her! She's the black Panther of female rap!