Black Men: Your Heart is Too Dark | Ali Siddiq Stand Up Comedy

[@Beyonder369]

Like I told my wife. We get into most of our fights because we are both anticipating some BS and we are both on constant defense. Thats no way to live because we are actually causing what we dont want to happen with our attitude.

[@CT-ho6si]

Good to ask ourselves why people are anticipating BS -- that doesn't just come from nowhere. People have a bunch of BS experiences and they start prepping for BS. Gotta break the cycle and be ready for some goodness and joy, despite the odds.

[@MsMeka888]

It honestly sounds like you didn't pick a wife you pick someone to marry 🤔 a wife brings you peace 🕊️ not chaos 😢

[@Beyonder369]

@@MsMeka888 it honestly sounds like you have nowhere near enough information for that assumption. Cool opinion though.

[@MsMeka888]

@@Beyonder369 😂

[@We-need-abestill]

Real insight shared. Thanks.

[@Yibambe.]

In all fairness, sometimes people are lost in thought and don't even realize they're frowning. But smiles are awesome.

[@Deontelewis846]

It’s funny he said this ! A old head checked me on this a few months ago. I been making a conscious effort to show my brothers we ain’t gotta scowl at each other. I go out of my way to say something, even if it’s just “yo ya cut tight bro “

[@mekboy7403]

And the messed up thing is some guys are so defensive and confrontational they will have a problem just with that.

[@Beyonder369]

@@Deontelewis846 I hope I see you out there becuase Im that guy that always has a sour-face. You never know what people have been through and how much you help someone like me. When I recieve a smile I get a moment of ease and if only for a moment I actually get a chance to smile too. Thank you.

[@LivingEmpoweredToday]

Yes!!! A smile wont hurt you😊

[@zayzay542]

I actually needed this

[@Socratic199]

You get good at anything you do. Whether you mean to or not, practice makes perfect. From fine arts to rage and depression. The more you train, the easier it is. Eventually, you're battling your own muscle memory.. Once you recognize this fact, you can control of it. Being better is as simple as acting like the person you might admire. One day, it won't be an act. Good stuff, Ali. Used to play alot of spades on commisary sheets telling stories like these. You're doing valuable work, man.

[@queend5493]

This needs to be a commercial! This should be playing in airports! Ordering a happy meal for your child and just mean mugging folks! On point as always😊😊

[@ladyjourney]

This!!! Thats why i make it my business to smile. It makes me feel good.

[@FilmsByVo]

I hate how true this is. I’m guilty myself. I noticed I did this to someone the other day and felt bad cause i usually speak but sometimes they look at me like I’m crazy or stupid for speaking to them.

[@henriverdier9518]

Just smile anyway, you never know who needs this 😊

[@jacobdonley-sims5782]

Ali came to my city, Peoria IL a couple of weeks ago. When I tell you this man is HILARIOUS bro I was slapping my knee laughing. Even his opener was super funny fam. I don't even know how he know about my lil city but im glad bro came through and blessed us with his energy.

[@DroppSu]

I needed this the world turnin me cold…

[@thealgerian3285]

As I always say to the frowners, if you were that tough, you wouldn't try so hard to look it.

[@JackTray]

You lost a lot of fights huh

[@thealgerian3285]

@@JackTray lel, I'ma just chalk up this pathetic comment on you just not being too bright, on top of clearly being a b*tch trying to overcompensate on the internet. The fact of the matter is, if someone's actually tough, they're not gonna "act" like they are, cause they don't care that you think otherwise. The people who try to look it are just scared that if they don't, folk will try to pick a fight with them. Someone who's actually tough will let you try and pick a fight, and you're just gonna have to find out the hard way.

[@RoyceMatthews]

Man you couldn’t have said it better “WHEN” is it going to “CHANGE”???✌🏾💙🤘🏾

[@EbonyLPorter]

Can’t wait to see you in Ohio in December!

[@jenniferd.820]

Some guys are out here holding on to Insecurities like a safety blanket and not realizing that it is darkening up their hearts smh

[@ChilleBruh]

Keep up the work Ali, if you ever come out North Dakota way I’ll come watch. It’s pale out here but there’s a few good ones.

[@qlove728]

Preach!!! As a Black Man I APPROVE OF YOU ARE SO RIGHT 💯💯💯👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@shjones7594]

He's not lying man these last couple of generations has messed it up I remember in the 70s traveling from ky to California every stop we as a family made when we seen another black family you wouldn't know we had just met because as soon as you seen someone black it was a smile and a head nod or what's up or a real conversation because we was so happy seeing other blacks. On there journey that's when we were taught self love and we stood up for our communities and BLACK MEN WHERE MEN IN OUR COMMUNITIES

[@The_M_Files]

Nothing but facts. 💯

[@richardgillespie1266]

That's real - I speak to any and everyone whether they speak or not - It makes my day go good - Sistas , every man that speaks to you , does not want you - Some people are just nice people( like me) and like to speak 😮😂

[@therebellion96]

There's a time and a place to be "hard". 11AM at the Walgreens is not the time nor the place! What'chu trying to fight me for? I'm getting milk, you're getting Q-tips - just let a brotha pass and just live, bro!

[@doupnetwork]

I try my best to bring sunshine with me everywhere I go

[@LeeBong-h7u]

The message got me thinking 😊😊😊

[@We-need-Abe]

A great message. But this “dark heart” problem is crossing all lines in today’s world. Thank you for the message.

[@bighomieJ5X]

Ali only speaks the truth, y’all listen 💯👏🏾

[@robbiegailh.2076]

Love. Right on.

[@jeffreypinder9398]

AMEN, Ali. We as Americans and free people rejoice in our freedom.

[@SuperficialEscapeArtist]

Speak on it Mr. Siddiq 🙏🏾🫡

[@husseinmusse6826]

Any chance you'll be in Europe in the future for a tour, Ali?

[@Dallasman]

I was fortunate to have a grandfather, dad, and uncles that didn't have any problems saying they loved us. It's something that I do with my kids(son) and nephews to this day. I also would tell my boys this, and in the beginning I could see the uncomfortable posture, but now it's something they do as well. I always know that if something was to happen that the last time that I saw them I said loved them.

[@goodcitizen64]

Thanks 👍

[@Grahamzzrrrr]

This can be applied to men in general. 💚

[@bigmoney2388]

Preach!

[@nancybarnes4428]

I agree!!! Smile!!!

[@dell7443]

Big facts especially the black men houston....ive personally checked out from society to protect my peace

[@206REGGAE]

It takes way more energy to frown, compared to smiling. Smile more & save your energy for something worthwhile 😁

[@coswingrant6003]

Though I really wish that were the case, it takes more energy to keep a smile on your face. Trust me, I tried, but you might just be a naturally positive person. It’s hard to do sometimes

[@Shayrh2007]

Please release the full show if possible ❤❤❤

[@lovelym6565]

Exactly

[@cks81279]

Ali, I smile a lot too

[@PapaRazaa]

Growing up in South Carolina in 80’s, people would wave or say “hello”. 2024 in Texas, I give a head nod to brother or say “hello” to a sister. Majority of the time I get that same look or I got a boyfriend

[@harveyflowersjr401]

So very true

[@iammaiart]

🤜🏿👑🤛🏿

[@famous4noreason1]

1st!!!!!Salute Ali

[@dantizzle00]

The airport is a valid place to frown 😂 Seriously, though--the message is true

[@anonymouslyanonymous1420]

I work at an airport and the sadness of grief predominantly people of color pass along to another person of color is disheartening. This is more coming through a female of color....Men usually scowl and yell. I stand 5' is it that you want to invoke fear, rage, torment. I as a female of color travel that everyday all day constantly keeping my defenses up. I strive for a different outcome each day choosing to progress daily. I didn't choose the earliest flight but I did choose the earliest shift. Be kinder to all airport employees. Sometimes not all times they give the energy they've received. My women of color please calm down...so 😢 and men every woman isn't frowning sometimes that's just their appearance. You never know how many things she's done to possibly change what she can't. Please as you travel leave the attitudes at the door...you can be that smile they need as well. I saw once a Popeye employee on my feed who from the short clip shown was being well not favored kindly...the customer asked...What type of customer service is this? The employee replied...What kind of customer are you? Be the change you want to see. Just my opinion...just my opinion. 😊Be kind, every wrong doesn't have to be loudly, fearfully corrected.

[@mroracle464]

That's real

[@doneciamcgee2344]

Question??? Was there a promo code for the Phoenix comedy show???

[@coswingrant6003]

You right Ali, it’s due to past trauma, pain, and not wanting to be done dirty again. We’re always expected to be this tough thing with no fear and to not be crossed, and it’s unfortunate that we’re like this and we gotta do better

[@kbleu2]

You're hilarious! I want my youngest son to hear your words of wisdom before he returns to these streets. I'm not sure if he's heard about you but he needs to educate himself and laff to make it through that bid. Being a Muslim yourself, I'd like for you to correspond with your fellow brother because as you've stated women express from emotions whereas men come from a different perspective. My son needs a positive Muslim influence that can relate and provide direction from a person who's been there and done that. He has been confronted with some of the most difficult conundrums from 19 to now.

[@animekiller2206]

💯

[@Mr_Nobody913]

I’d honestly say it’s not even a black man’s thing. I’ve started to notice it the more I’m out in public. People don’t smile anymore. People aren’t happy. It’s not everyone of course but it’s starting to become more noticeable.

[@CologneXCandles]

I agree its literally almost everybody. I was just telling my woman this.

[@theicekingonYT]

This is true about me

[@treyruiz7934]

Yea it’s weird I go into the smoke shop and one of my so called friends be like oh boy wen he sees me but im like yoo why u like that wen u had no bread I looked out ( in my head )

[@KhaliphaKane-po9io]

Jeaslousy! Keep your eyes open!

[@treyruiz7934]

@@KhaliphaKane-po9io always

[@sabrosurayque77]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@JulieCurry-f5o]

January six never forget vote 🔵🔵💙

[@jermelpurse3018]

Yes, too many brothers walk around like they got a stick up there but angry for no reason. Trying to project being hard all the time. Looking like they gotta go take a dump. Unwilling to simply say what up my man when you walk by to bump fist to shake hands. I work in corporate America. It is hard to get the brothers to speak to you. Sometimes I get more love from other people than I do from people that look like me and we are few and far between in corporate America

[@MiniM69]

It’s a defense mechanism from years of societal and often interpersonal trauma. Being a black person in this society can be tough. Don’t take it personally and keep smiling!

[@CologneXCandles]

This is a fact yoi dont have to be out here grinning like a chess cat 😂 but a simple nod or hows it going will suffice. I own a buiness and most of my customers come in mugging lol i have to always divert that with kindness.

[@SoufBySoufeast]

Ppl will say something like this about their own people IGNORING the race of people who have ended ENTIRE bloodlines😂😂 always remember just because you’re knowledgeable at one subject doesn’t mean you know wtf you’re talking about with another

[@karenbyrd]

Facts Ali, some black men have been beaten down so much they don't trust anyone. Just Sad.

[@gavocrazy]

Dauk Hauts

[@javelinhardy5281]

Speak

[@billiam3752]

🫡💯

[@lekendrictodd325]

Yo vike

[@PapaRazaa]

Just the brothers though?

[@RaggamuffinForever]

Don’t let them know you love your wife or they’ll sell her…

[@chocolategirl443]

Ali, it’s similar with women. 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@sooperd00p]

"Black people love to hate and hate to love." - Charleston White.

[@MiniM69]

That’s stupid and reductive.

[@jaykingthoughts]

Oh hell naw this needs to be studied in depth!

[@christopherbriscoe6051]

I say that about women all the time. Smile you look dark.

[@vonnfrmdalot]

how can we properly learn how to if we were never taught? how can we love when was shown nothing but hatred most of our life

[@champagnemami5161]

By observing it so that YOU can be the change, perhaps?

[@vonnfrmdalot]

@@champagnemami5161 Negative. this isnt a marvel movie. people have real feelings and some cannot deal with said feelings so it is easier to not change or pay attention to what they could n cannot change

[@champagnemami5161]

@@vonnfrmdalot good ole pessimism for the save. No movie. It takes a strong willed person to see something is wrong and fix it. Everyone can sit back and complain. Stay safe sir

[@vonnfrmdalot]

@@champagnemami5161 pessimism? the lack of hope or confidence, I'm very confident in my own right but I will not expect different when the past 400 has been the same.

[@KhaliphaKane-po9io]

@@vonnfrmdalotmake a choice to be the love you never had or was shown. You have the power to choose. Let’s this conversation be that start for you to consciously choose to smile, be positive, and see the good in all things and tell yourself often I love you! Look in the mirror and tell yourself. Once you start to love you, it will be easier to love others. 🙃 I pray God send you lots of light and love everyday! Peace

[@Ruby_Sterling]

Dark? Why is dark bad and light good?

[@KhaliphaKane-po9io]

You understand what he means. I get the analogy, but he’s not insinuating like your comparison. Smile and brighten someone’s day you will feel better. 😁

[@gadeyeye6268]

💯