Princess Nokia In Conversation at Brown University

Princess Nokia In Conversation
Facilitated by Sofia Robledo Rower '18
Destiny Nicole Frasqueri, also known as Princess Nokia, is an Afro-Latina Boricua artist and musician based in New York City. Her music tackles the intersection of gender, race, class, urbanism, and age in captivating sonic and linguistic medleys. This public conversation will focus on spirituality, feminism, and race in her artistic process and performances.
Presented by Women's History Series 2017
Brown University
April 27, 2017

[@onyix123]

i feel like her prosperity came from her genuine self acceptance of herself. every time she talks about herself she finishes with"and thats okay." she has no judgment upon herself and therefore is able to accept who she really is and others as they are. she's ego less and she's beautiful.

[@jamilah3945]

right I noticed that!!!!!

[@BlueBlues9]

amen

[@Jeanettelovesyouh11]

yes that is so beautiful! I'm trying to bring more energy like that with my journey to self-acceptance

[@thraitor7819]

Egoless is a stretch

[@XiomaraThaGoddessMeow]

That acceptance of self is literally a life changer. Literally SAYING "... And I accept myself in this moment" has done so much for me.

[@Mommasun_]

Her voice is so soothing like a guided meditation

[@green5363]

milly ma'at im watching this to help me sleep rn shes amazing

[@mjspiritualempath7755]

Osun ma'at I thought it was just me who voice is so smooth and mellow down to earth she really brought my bisexual side out to end my spiritual side damn

[@unstxr]

I agree

[@savannahcooper2061]

Osun ma'at ra neter I was just thinking the same thing!

[@indihgoh8470]

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[@maripositamusic98]

Princess Nokia is so eloquent and insightful.. her energy is just magical.

[@shyghost4695]

Yout Ube how is she dumb gor stating her opinion?

[@scrappyloco]

Ril Product gross

[@antigua26]

penile 1 i don't get your point

[@Luhbrudda]

penile 1 you a psychologist son?

[@indihgoh8470]

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[@tishallewellyn6908]

The spiritual awakening is real.

[@robyn9241]

Tisha Llewellyn man oh man, the truth

[@indihgoh8470]

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[@palmtreeoli]

27:37 is when she talks about solitude/loneliness

[@Marvin-ey4sq]

OMG YES! I can relate so much. I cherish my solitude it's a place of non-judgment and non-expectation.

[@MellowCee]

selenaxol403 thank you!! Saw a chopped up version of it on social media, amazing to hear the full version what a wonderful human being she is

[@mimiholistichairhealer8868]

Thanks love

[@ThRealJo]

THANK U GOD BLESS

[@tylove6745]

Thanks

[@sarakyoutube]

elegant soul

[@alicciaaguilera5433]

HERE YOU ARE AGAIN

[@YoYo-ni4vt]

Wisdom > Intelligence Knowledge > Assumptions Discernment > Ignorance Action > Apathy

[@asia2643]

Love this

[@theopolisIII]

I really admire how authentic she is

[@MdotHolla2]

"Everybody wants to be taino but nobody wants to be Black" you better preach

[@queenonika4015]

She’s neither 😂

[@lunino4374]

clearly she wants to be lmfao

[@MrAlexanderrangel]

@@queenonika4015 bruh moment

[@midnightcircus4701]

When she’s neither

[@hannahg7345]

She’s both look up history Especially being Puerto Rican Slaves weren’t only in the u.s. Caribbean, central and South America had more slaves Ignorance is not bliss. Look up the history before stating ignorant comments.🤦🏾‍♀️

[@oriana8700]

I love this woman. Incredible force of nature, spirituality, arts, and power. Keep on shining, honey. We need you in this world.

[@JuanMartinez-tr8ww]

Yout Ube No. You are.

[@nadiabaz6046]

This "Authentic Being Yourself Energy" Is So Dope....So needed on this planet...especially right now!

[@omosalewaakinsete]

Nadia Baz yes fam!

[@oppnow]

I feel like she's a Celestial being

[@Ritza98]

Bro, Princess Nokia is something. Like I'm tearing up, lowkey crying listening to her and I honestly don't even know why.

[@Rachelx3c]

Ritza98 seriously me too ...

[@josephguarino6455]

Me 3..this was sooo phucking emo for me..str8 up!

[@IMETGODSHEBLACK]

Im really happy she mentioned colorism and talked about loving her Afro-Latina identity! fucks with her heavy now!

[@ilovemexxx]

True true

[@genie4tweeny88]

I had a lump in my throat the whole video this was so beautiful, she exudes so much purity and peacefulness

[@genie4tweeny88]

penile 1 who actually cries at the ocean? Not many people can relate and feel the same connections to it as she claims to feel. There does seem to be something different, if not elevated about her way of being; past any damage that could have been caused from teenage drinking. You have to admit, you don't encounter people like her too often. I surely don't

[@trillmaverick418]

Purity in what sense?

[@mocahontasmelanin517]

I cried the whole time watching this..

[@BizarreTVV]

Genie 4tweeny Funny thing is during my solitude for many years of my mom passing, recently I’ve been guided to the ocean when I’m sad. My spirit makes me go there. Then after listening to this video, i realize how many correlations I have with her story. On top of that we’re both Geminis and both had a rich interesting upbringing that had double tragedies of our parents. Same age also. Kind of mind blowing how my spirit bout me randomly to her talk. The people I associate with these days are my spiritual mentors who practice these things. Its just too coincidental to not think my guardian isn’t putting me here for s reason.

[@nakialaiyo5341]

I am NOT easily impressed, but THIS young lady has 'IT'! I'm so thrilled to see this because it gives me something to believe in for the future!

[@Chizzluvskeletons]

I get her masculine energy, i always felt mine is open but it didn't determine my sexuality.

[@trevorjonathan4405]

She's gemini, dual natured... black white, masculine feminine, Lauren Hill, Prince, Andre 3000, Tupac, Kendrick

[@starx8775]

I’m Aquarius with nothing Gemini and am like that, so it’s not an astrology thing

[@starx8775]

Most are like that in western society

[@sallysomethinginthewind]

Star X 🙄You do know that Aquarius is an air sign like Gemini right? You don't have to follow in Astrology or anything but it's more connected than you think.

[@Chizzluvskeletons]

Datsizer never saw these comments until now, but in a sense yes . It’s two years later and I’m attracted to women so the bar is complicated to explain

[@jamilah3945]

I literally had to pause the video so much and write down notes. This video is beyond inspiring, and she is full of magic. Thank you Brown University for uploading this video.

[@kiararashea8429]

Jamilah Me tooo . ❤️

[@asia2643]

Same

[@juniornelsonHTownTrini]

Destiny-princess Nokia should do a TED Talk! Excellent

[@littlesaint6769]

THE NOKIA GOT SNAKE ON IT 🐍

[@treyrayne]

Santino Casi i read this right when she said that lmaoooo

[@Mzcleo1993]

this womyn is phenomenal...i'm in love with everything about her for real

[@missdaydreamss]

Cleopatra Kandake I like how you spell woman lol. For real

[@muneezashah]

I've never related to someone so much I'm so glad I watched this video

[@britneyberry6197]

It’s 2023 and I still come back and watch this interview from time to time

[@MsBdotSmoove]

Wow!! I'm crying right now because she said she's moved to tears when she goes to the ocean! I remember my first time at the ocean I cried.

[@indihgoh8470]

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[@x20fotab23]

the interviewer is mesmerized by destinys energy, SAME BIH SAME

[@allaboutusful]

When she said I been many people but this is the one I love the most. I felt that

[@RachelCheer09]

This is my second time watching this, she's so wise her energy is insane💙

[@asaniriley7892]

Rachel Zarazua same

[@indihgoh8470]

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[@BabyFaceSavage0]

I love how her solitude brought her soul to life.

[@NatRants]

she plays into whatever ppl give her a positive reaction for.

[@steffanyatkison4401]

I'm in love with this girl. Her vibe is the most beautiful thing I've encountered.

[@lynlifestyle2372]

I have to come back and watch this every few months ✨

[@saynayx756]

Saaaame!

[@atari8040]

Currently me lol

[@indihgoh8470]

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[@doomhead2]

i got so lost in this interview that i forgot to take notes smh... now i have to re-watch this whole 1 hr 22 min video with my damn pen and notebook

[@elimangahas4805]

she literally just answered all my question in life, myself and about spirituality. Destiny i send love and light to you, thank you for existing and for sharing the light and love within you.

[@indihgoh8470]

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[@jeanvaleur2265]

I can watch her speak all day. She's jus real & simply amazing. Hopefully i get 2 collab with her in the future.

[@Fayehough]

this speaks to me and so many other people who can relate. through depression, or whatever you're going through remember that we as a individual have to be there for ourselves more than others. we search for love from those close to us (though we may deserve it) when in the end, no one can love you and give you that unconditional love more than yourself. take care of your spiritual being

[@Jeanettelovesyouh11]

Tade 🙌🏾🙌🏾needed this

[@youreva4689]

thank you so much🖤

[@miguelchippsinteligente6072]

Jesus christ referenced living waters 💎👨‍🎓👩‍🎓science described water memory 🌊🎭psalms16:24 k,j proverbs 27:19💖👻💎👨‍🎓👩‍🎓🗽🤍⚖♟🌪🌬

[@indihgoh8470]

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[@DearKyndal]

Thank you! This helped me!

[@sadgod2k]

"We all family here right?" She's amazing. I love her.

[@kiararashea8429]

I’m on my journey into finding self love and I guess living in the world where I can’t control other people but I can control myself and how I’m live , interpret , and react to things good or bad so I’m binge watching videos/ interviews that help me along my journey and listening to music that feed my soul . I’m 25 and I’m having my first child in July . And I want to give him the best version of myself that I can and giving him the right tools and foundation to thrive and be a successful black man in a world like ours . 💙🏁

[@brisachorizo]

Sending you love♥️ I'm sure your an amazing mama

[@TropicalPetrichor]

Had the privilege of seeing her live in Amsterdam and it was otherworldly... lots of love from Spain

[@floppyrin267]

my god, listening to her makes me feel so motivated and happy and powerful, she's so cool and genuine, just hope to be like her in the future.

[@DontUputdatevilonmerickeybobby]

14:14 LOL at "I was definitely the lower grade." Nokias are so reliable and indestructible. They can go through hell and high water and still stay in tact. I-phones start malfunctioning as soon as a newer model is released.

[@princessaaliyahangelique300]

I see her for exactly who she is, bc she is authentic. Like she doesn't need a pedestal. I love her because I see her. Thank you

[@indihgoh8470]

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[@Anteros949]

she is such a breath of fresh air

[@davidxnathaniel1]

I appreciate how articulate she is. Painting a picture for you to understand where she's coming from. She explains her POV so well. Listening to her really makes me want to find my spirituality.

[@ohkay680]

ngl I don't really feel her music but her as a person she seems amazing

[@CRXSH]

so many people need to hear what she has to say.. especially right now i come from a completely different background, but feel inspired and motivated when she speaks its like hearing one of my friends talk, or family.. she feels close to home

[@TrillShvt]

She reminds me of Sistah Souljah in the way she presents her words .

[@indihgoh8470]

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[@ashleyyoung4491]

She speaks as if she’s been here a 1000 years! She tapped into whole other frequency

[@Sdollrossi]

I fell in love with her energy off of a small clip on IG. Her fashion, voice and vibe is amazing 😍😍😍

[@chosenangel6118]

I think that’s the same clip that made me search for her so I could see the full interview!!! She’s phenomenal and her story resonates so much!!💫🤍🦋

[@zaneshredz]

she so brilliant I wish we could of asked more questions

[@emiliarose5625]

This interview has done so much for me and was reminiscent of the spiritual triumph I am working towards. I found so many answers and reassurance through her words and this was truly a blessing for me to come across. I literally cried throughout watching this, it was a spiritual rollercoaster just watching it. She is truly me and I am truly her. Thank you for this and Ill pray for this woman and her success for with a heart like hers, she has nothing left in life but blessings and success.

[@indihgoh8470]

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[@Playgrl966]

she seems so sweet to me. she's gone through a lot in life, but it's nice to see her rise above it!

[@deselise]

no one, i mean no one, has explained self love to me in a way that made me understand it like she has. i’ve always thought of myself as two beings within myself. who i am, the real me, and this bad evil part that comes with the mental illnesses and self destructive tendencies. but now, i’m thinking, there’s three, if that makes any sense. there’s me, the good, and the bad. and i need to feed the good as much as i do the evil, if not more. i have to starve the evil. bc the good part of me, the one who wants to create and be happy has been starving. i gotta fall in love with the beauty of me. that’s self love.

[@asia2643]

Well said. I think I’ll use this in life. Thank you.

[@femdivinemind7777]

There is no evil, just shadow amd higher self

[@Afrodeitys]

i love that her christianity and her being a witch coexist side by side, that's really beautifully dope.

[@dmp1571]

I think she practices Santería, not Christianity. Like Santería does have roots in Roman Catholicism, but it's main roots are in Yoruba religion, and mixture with indigenous religions of the Americas, largely indigenous Caribbean. Some of my ancestors that are still in Brazil practice Candomblé, which is similar to Santería, and both have similarities (though also key different origins) with Vodoun. And her whole 'witchy' asethetic is part of her connection to Santería. Her song 'Brujas' is about that. It's all still really dope and beautiful though :)

[@zanamari9713]

Dante Pereira if you look at some of her videos she has showed some symbolism in relation to Catholicism... which santeria and Catholicism definitely have ties to each other.

[@dmp1571]

I definitely think relations to Catholicism and their symbols are apparent in her work, and I think she was raised with someone in her family who was Catholic (maybe), but Destiny (at least according to her various articles and interviews) says that Santería is her religion and faith, and it's her connection to her mother and grandmother who have both passed. And like we've both said, Santería and Catholicism have a connection, largely based on the enforcement of Catholicism onto indigenous peoples and african slaves who would often pretend to practice Catholicism, but really be practicing their own religions when they were safe (as much as they could be). I think we can all respect and love the fact that she infuses her religion, her culture, her womanhood, her race into her work. Obviously, I'm not Destiny, and I don't practice Santería myself, so this is more a conversation that is her's to have, and not me haha... but I definitely enjoy this dialogue and conversation, and i think it's always important to shine light on religions and faiths around the world that have often been disrespected, and almost erased because it doesn't fit in to what is seen as 'normal' due to white supremacy, racism and colonisation :)

[@dramawithdre]

Kali Robinson she's not Christian

[@MestizaAcademia]

Andrea Tilmuth she has roots in Catholicism. Which is a Christian religion.

[@comradewolfman]

Princess Nokia's authenticity is inspirational. Much love & respect.

[@stephanielopez8582]

Such an intellectual, inspirational soul keep on shinning ✨✨✨

[@angelicacarona7712]

I really do hope one day I get to reach this level of my spirituality♥️

[@thefloorislava3486]

you will x

[@Izz0954]

Update

[@nvafletcher2622]

"I've been many things, I've been many people, but that's the women I like the most" *1:17:04* I'm noting it down like a damn bible quote but man that was great

[@RileyBaybee19]

i have been looking to the full clip of this video for so long based on a 59 second insta video, her energy and what she is saying is so gorgeous...her whole vibe is dope.

[@indihgoh8470]

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[@mindyours7035]

Dammmnnnit why does she always make me cry

[@antoniopatrick2739]

Moving!!😔🙏🏾💯

[@xaviaespinosa9273]

Fellow spiritual boricua, I been following nokia since tomboy came out💕 one of my favorite quotes of hers ever is "music is the battle between angels and demons"🕉 i loved listening to this interview, sending love and light🌻🕉

[@countercomics]

I aspire to be anywhere near her level of love and peace. what a beautiful person/soul

[@leonielawson6774]

she speaks to my soul.

[@NERDS143]

I love her so much I watch all her interviews and I listen to all her podcasts and she's just such an inspiration

[@slrcouture]

NERDS143 please share her podcast info 🙂

[@NERDS143]

Fashion Nista it's on SoundCloud, her and a copartner run a blog and a group called "Smart Girl Club" if you just go on SoundCloud and type in Smart Girl Club Radio you'll find it, all her mix tapes are on there too ☺️

[@slrcouture]

NERDS143 thank you so much 🤗

[@Breeze06]

"Im a scater, a soccer player,i hike, i bike" y'all here those BARS!?

[@xsmileyx698]

“I am a beautiful woman I am capable I am limitless I am infinite I am magical I am powerful I am ascending”

[@autumnasters]

I love how she honors Yemaya And all of those who came before her. Yemaya was the first orisha to show up when I was ailing 🙏🏾 #thanksma

[@oliviaherculesthomas5422]

Literally feel like I’m watching a documentary of myself so weird, love you 💖

[@femdivinemind7777]

Omg same girl ...same!

[@HHH7778R]

YESSSSS WITH THE QUEEN AFUA QUOTE

[@Breeze06]

Switching accents like foxy brown😂. Still like her tho

[@lkaes]

She is a genius. That was one and half hour LESSON of life. I flight high with her words, stories and emotionality. Admiration for you and your path, sister.

[@jlafranco8908]

You can hear her New York accent come in and out lol. Love her

[@Hamzasawklife]

she is so humble and kind

[@indihgoh8470]

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[@bethanybouley6679]

Looooooove this girl on so many levels...her voice is like honey to my ears....daaaaayumm

[@GreenNectarines]

I'm a college student and the fact that she stood there and blatantly supports what I do as much as I do what she does , if not more, is definitely keeping me going with all thats stressing me out in my life right now.

[@defoperator7993]

what do you do? finger snapping? lol

[@akitamilbourne3392]

She is a beautiful, spiritual , intelligent and wise being. I just came across her in a live performance on Afropunk. I'm 42 and highly impress how she exudes honesty and willingness . Great interview.

[@alexiaaceves2494]

ive probably watched this video like 30 times and i get something new from it every time, shes such an amazing soul.

[@indihgoh8470]

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[@mstzydeco]

Never heard of Princess Nokia until now. I am thankful for this video. I got the career and hate it, I have been forced to sit in solitude and the awakening phases are crazy. I have neglected my musical talent and now i'm forced into solitude to concentrate.

[@indihgoh8470]

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[@DearKyndal]

Same! I'm now working on music again, we have to pursue our passions or we won't be as happy as we can be!

[@drecafe5369]

spiritually woke....watch this few times a month! To get my head right

[@FancyAlly]

Her energy is amazing 💕😍

[@diamondanderson3772]

I’ve been watching this for years.. one of my go to videos.

[@asias3000]

This is amazing I can listen to her speak all day

[@darinak8638]

Absolutely wonderful

[@RuejeanLafleur]

Experiencing This Energy.......was amazing. Grateful 🖖🏿✨

[@riymelshazali4525]

She's such an eloquent speaker it's amazing to see the woman she is becoming 💖

[@lovelylaila2497]

the interviewer asked some really good questions, I really liked her interviewing style!

[@selxwrld]

i could listen to her everyday y'allllll

[@carterwatson1949]

i love her so much the more interviews i watch and listen to shes the coolest and really different

[@NR13373]

her voice is so beautiful wow

[@xograwrox]

i appreciate this, thanks for this interview.

[@indigokid7565]

Thank you so much for posting this Brown University and an even bigger Thank You to you Destiny for sharing your history, your life, your experiences... and speaking your truth... you healed a part of myself by doing this...and therefore healed a part of the world... when you started to speak about selflove it was just so wonderful that it made me cry... Can't express how greatful I am to get to hear your interview... May you always be blessed and protected!!! Much love for you!!

[@8LUEPRINT1]

So inspirational

[@glamgod8586]

I am so heartfelt right now & touched ❤️ I wish I could remember each & every word she has said threw out this everyday so my energy can stay at the level were it is in this moment. the way she talks & articulates her words is gorgeous , loving and bounding.

[@saiyawilliams4962]

mm her spirits so spectacular❤️❤️

[@strawberryjpeg6000]

I love her so so much. She inspires me to make my music and write my own songs

[@lunavioleta20]

What a beautiful soul...

[@artisefletcher6269]

I've watched this 3 times already. I relate so much, sis! I tear up every time!

[@kaelia1118]

her energy is unmatched and divine

[@angierodri7771]

I’m still having a hard time expressing myself this way …

[@lateshachild2580]

Such a beautiful soul