CHUCK D On Africa Being The FUTURE of Hip-Hop, LL COOL J's Icon Status & History of FIGHT THE POWER

[@EDOGZ818]

Listening to Chuck D puts me in a zone, focused on his every word!

[@DutchWeazel]

That is exactly how it started way back 😄 His voice command attention That's probably why he wanted to be a sports commentator first 😁👍

[@delmonoldham7943]

Indeed!

[@Jimmy1982Playlists]

Fr, fr! Chuck is the beginning of my love of HipHop, of music and of language... I was 7 yrs old in 1989 when I first heard "Fight The Power" and saw _Do The Right Thing._ It changed my life!

[@amihogatai8432]

say that again!

[@jimr9499]

You ain't kidding. Chuck puts me in the zone of wanting to change the world!!

[@IamDannyStone]

This was a legendary interview. Chuck D dropped so many gems it felt like I was in a high-end jewelry store. He has so much Hip Hop knowledge but from a world perspective which we rarely hear. This was a masterclass in Hip Hop education! 🎶🔥

[@fuldatotz]

hrtdhtfjjtj

[@nibbles187]

I thought I was a Hip Hop historian until I watched this interview. Chuck D knows his stuff, thanks for the history lesson!

[@chowoods]

In 1988 Philadelphia Chuck D talked to a young 18 year old at the time after the show at the old Spectrum. I was fresh out of high school and I got a hour lesson n life in the parking lot. He was sitting in his 98 Oldsmobile. I would never forget him taking time to speak with me.

[@99alfailiwaqain51]

Peace! That’s what’s up!

[@ministerservertavares314]

Love, Peace and Respect to Dr. Chuck D for CONSISTENTLY representing Hip Hop CULTURE around the WORLD!! The FUTURE of Hip Hop is in AFRICA... Amen! Ase'!! WORD!!! 🙏✊🤜❤🖤💚

[@grinchoi1]

I could listen to Chuck drop gems and talk hip-hop history all day. Class is always in session.

[@tiffanycurtis4794]

What a legend 🥰 My generation I still have my public enemy albums ❤️

[@mallen1317]

PE albums with lyrics on the sleeve 😊

[@fifthquarter4785]

Miss Curtis, you are fine!

[@ELLoffisiELL]

Awe inspiring to listen to and witness Chuck D, man. SO humble, yet the whole culture is basically built off his back (along with the other forefathers). Loved that analogy of Hip-Hop as a skyscraper in the beginning, and how he stays grounded in it. Much Respect!

[@ayo30s]

Chief Chuck D, Thank You for all your contributions to Our World. This was Educational And Informative, 👊🏾🦁🦁🇳🇬🇺🇸

[@lefty206]

No dey carry last 🙏🏿

[@iiicuuubreathingfullyoohoohooh]

Beyond ‘Bars’. Chuck D is spitting solid pyramids throughout the whole interview. Definitely a worthwhile hour, seven minutes and forty four seconds.

[@MindTrickedX24]

This was an amazing sixty-seven minutes, and I need a part two and a part three. Chuck COMMANDS your attention (The voice of power!), and then drops gems and wisdom that are needed. (As an aside, shout-out and RIP to Clarence Reid, a.k.a. Blowfly. When Chuck mentioned that part of "Blowfly's Rapp," I legit pointed at my monitor like that DiCaprio meme.)

[@curtis75black]

Props to Chuck D for letting the world know Will “The Fresh Prince” Smith wasn’t a Sucka even in 87 !! 7:51 !! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@peetvader478]

Before jada got his balls

[@DutchWeazel]

RESPECT to CHUCK D!! And SWAY of course 😎🥂 This show IS where Hip Hop lives, been a PE fan since I was a little kid (42atm.) I can even go so far to say they might be responsible for sharpen my ability to understand the English language as a youngster (from The Netherlands.) Reading the lyrics while listening to their albums 🔥 Once again RESPECT

[@Jimmy1982Playlists]

_Absolutely!_ I was at the young, incredibly precocious, age of 7 in '89 when I saw the music video for "Fight The Power", and watched _Do The Right Thing._ 😍🥰 Life would never be the same... I got all P.E.'s albums up to that time and listened to almost nothing else for a couple years. That was the beginning of my love for HipHop, music, language and history - especially the history of civil rights movements... because of Chuck & crew, I started reading The Last Poets and Langston Hughes around then, and the Autobiography of Malcolm X. Will forever be indebted to Chuck... and PE is still putting out great music! Still the GOAT for me. Good lookin' out, Sway 🙏🏼 RESPECT!

[@jimr9499]

Yo yo yo it's @Jimmy1982*Playlists!! Idk if you remember me but I see you commenting on all the door hip hop shit that I'm on. So jus wanted to say whatup and it makes me happy to actually, physically see another person out there who is a real head like me.

[@liteskinnedbobbybrown6256]

Salute to the Legendary Chuck D!!❤🙏🏾💯

[@dionne681]

I love Chuck D stories seen him as a keynote speaker in 2004 at my college much respect 💪🏾

[@SKI1333]

LL COOL J. #1 on my fav 5. This is some good history. Thanks Chuck.

[@Zachandnichchannel]

Sway is the real deal. That's why Chuck called him up for documentary. Just watch part one, well done documentary. Chuck is very knowledgeable, a music historian, outstanding memory for his age, very hilarious and most importantly a fearless talent

[@kevlamar6613]

My OG, helped raise me when I wasn't trying to hear Pops. Salute Chuck!!!!! ✊🏿

[@skillz4daze]

For some of you youngstas and hip hop fans Krush Groove is on KZbin for free with ads so you can see when Hip-Hop started to become dynamic and can see a young LL Cool J, Run Dmc, Russell Simmons and more. 46:36

[@marvin469]

I'm 48 & I just sat down & watched it. We didn't have cable or money to go to the movies. I saw "breaking"/wild style etc in the 90s (late like a mf lol)

[@SimonePhoenix]

My FAVORITE hip hop movie! Respect to ALL the forefathers of the culture, those who are now ancestors & those still with us. Bless. 🙏🏽

[@michaelcooke8989]

Hey you forgot my girl Shelia E and my home boys fatboys .

[@do7hemath937]

Krush Groove is a must see. It blew my mind to watch it again a few years ago and see New Edition was in it too. Tougher than Leather is a classic rap movie too.

[@gregoryardis8671]

Chuck D is a treasure to the world

[@uspdjs216]

Whose world? Not mine or anyone I know!!!

[@Skelly.B]

Great interview. I could listen to Chuck speak all day, he drops so many gems. Salute

[@cjtfla]

Fantastic special. Can’t wait for the rest. Authentic, informative, provoking, disturbing, this thing is “louder than a bomb”. Thank you PBS and Mr. Ridenhour (and all of the PE posse through the years, Shockley brothers, Prof Griff, James Bomb, Terminator X-DJ, and Flav. You guys need to do a live tour with a viewing of this special of just Florida. 50 dates in 1 year. But just Florida. Like… All over Florida. And when you get done with that, you can add another 50 no problem. But just Florida. And we’ll need probably another 50 more. “An let the good get even”. Come on down….. Welcome to the Flora-dome! ✌️🙏 🙏🙏 PE#1

[@dorothyedwards7225]

👍👍👍👍Awesome interview. The PBS special was great too!🥰🥰❣😍🤗💓🤎🖤💖

[@georgeharris7448]

Blessings great wisdom from the legend Chuck D.

[@amihogatai8432]

chuck is an encyclopedia, straight up!

[@davishayden8219]

Born in 71 I know what ReaRealHip-Hop is and Sounds.Public Enemy is ReaRealHip-Hop 2Up2Dwn Rastafari 🔥💯🔥 Rastafari 🔥💯 Rastafari 🔥💯🔥💯

[@gworldwide]

"You give a gift w/ evil intentions, then you a curse You wanna roll but you dead inside, you a hearse" 👀🔥💥

[@uno_tvm]

Chuck D is right about AFRICA we are here and have a story to tell. Tunnel Vision Martians. We studied the greats. Sway we gon' be on there in due time. Namibia checking in

[@ngonsainti]

That's what I'm saying ! Chuck D is on all fronts. Totally dedicated! Almost like a shaman, Hip Hop’s healer and elder, making sure everything is said, done and goes alright for the next generations to take care of the Culture, EVERYWHERE! Chuck you are amazing! So much love shown and shared! I'm so glad I was able to stand and sit next and in front of you to feel the total respect for fans or rather friends as Prince would say !

[@virgochild71]

Everytime I watch Chuck D interviews I'm always in awe of the man. He drops so many dope gems and every interview are different but still awesome to watch /listen

[@SCMESD]

Chuck D is my Hero. Public Enemy is one of my All-Time favorite groups. Can't wait to see this doc.

[@SimonePhoenix]

Honors & respect ALWAYS to Brother Chuck, one of our elder statesmen & historians of hip hop. Bless up. 🙏🏽

[@namesalieas]

Gotta love Chuck D!! Truly one of the greatest elders of our culture in HipHop and newer Black American History! ✊🏾Fight The Power✊🏾

[@pauldavis1963]

only three questions were asked to Chuck D in an hour interview. LOL!!!

[@rccurry7431]

SALUTE to the legendary vocalist 🎶🎵🎙️ Hip hop icon.CHUCK D 👍 Dropping knowledge And FACTS.

[@hiphop9585]

So powerful.....glad to have grown up in those times....the best times of hip hop ever....i was born in 71'....classic

[@ivanbello8920]

Yo D looks flawless like many others keeping healthy, intelligent & out of trouble,….salute!

[@spyderj3756]

I could listen to Chuck talk ALL DAY LONG!!!!👊🏾

[@jjw56]

THE BEST CHUCK D INTERVIEW, this is for the hall of records. Thanks for finally recognizing DOUGIE FRESH. I SAY SWAY ALL DAY SON

[@SS-ii6nz]

Chuck D is important to the Hip Hop Culture. Public Enemy's 🎶 music was the voice needed to stand for justice because the political game is one-sided. Chuck is a great teacher who can educate students about the important history of Hip Hop the music 🎶 that changed the world. Great interview

[@alken355]

One of the greats 👍🏽

[@amihogatai8432]

i could listen to chuck all day for days.

[@jessehedrick3252]

Chuck D is a true pioneer of the hip hop culture 💯 Respect 👏🙌

[@kendricjonrs8581]

SWAY WE KNOW YOU HAVE DECADES OF INTERVIEWS AND YOU KNOW THIS IS THE ONE

[@Next2kin25]

I used to perform Black steel in the hour of chaos to my family and friends.

[@OjonesMusic]

Speak on it, Chuck D!! Gary Bird came down to Tuskegee (my hometown, shout out to The 46), Alabama... to share the "GB Feeling" and did so by debuting his song, THE CROWN #YouWearTheCrown #IWearTheCrown #SoProudToSay #ThatWeALL #WearTheCROWN ✊👑

[@curtis75black]

10:58 !! Say that Shit Chuck !!!!

[@grinchoi1]

Facts on facts

[@marcusforrest8088]

A Historian of the game

[@samthemac]

Damn..Chuck D is a Treasure

[@dametalounge]

Damn Sway, Chuck D really rocks with y'all cause I never seen the brother speak so comfortably on an interview. Chuck D, Thank you sir for being my Hip Hop father and raising me and my siblings right. Salute brother. Oh Yeah and PE is unequivocally The best HIP HOP group in this life time Period!🤴🏿💪🏿👊🏿

[@nextlevel6663]

I LOVE CHUCK D!✊🏿

[@coulj6917]

100 years from now musical historians will be listening to this interview for knowledge.

[@genetallen7130]

LL is the G.O.A.T.

[@99alfailiwaqain51]

Peace! Emphatically No!! That’s Rakim Allah! Rakim snuffed LL on “No Omega”.

[@tegusentertainment8021]

Yes sir

[@99alfailiwaqain51]

@@tegusentertainment8021 Rakim decimated LL and everyone else on “No Omega”! Rakim is the G.O.D. MC! I be been listening to LL since 1984! He’s definitely one of the very best but not numero uno..

[@trueballertv665]

@@99alfailiwaqain51 um no! You need to hear Murdergram from LL! He is waaaayyy more versatile and battle ready than Rakim!! LL is his own category! He just don’t rhyme to rhyme he rhymes and it’s shows mass appeal!

[@99alfailiwaqain51]

@@trueballertv665 Peace To The Gods! Of course I heard Muder-Gram and I know that was a response to “No Omega” and it 😨 failed! When the God called it “No Omega” he already defeated LL & Puba! Rakim is a master lyricist and sublime lyrical composer! Let The Rhythm Hit ‘Em is a perfect 💿 album.. Rakim’s ill lyrics and Large Professor’s/Paul C production…LL had to growl and scream 😱 often to get his point across. You say Battle ready? Did you do the knowledge to “Lyrics of Fury”? STOP 🛑! Rakim delivered the best battle ready Lyrics ever it’s called LYRICS OF FURY! You must be 20 years old son! 😂 😂 LOL. On the other hand ; Rakim is 007! He never had to yell or scream or growl! Just the title No Omega shows and proves Rakim is in a different intellectual & spiritual tier than LL! Line for Line and lyric for lyric Rakim will “TAKE 7 MC’s AND PUT EM IN A LINE AND ADD 7 MORE EMCEES; WHO THINK THEY CAN RYHME; IT’LL TAKE 7 MORE BEFORE “..🥲 YOU KNOW THE REST SON, So FALL FAR BACK!! Rakim’s lyrics are imperial..

[@carmenjones8887]

Outstanding interview! So many pearls of wisdom passed along. --And ChuckD, you are amazing with all that you have experienced (yeah, G.O.A.T) and are now sharing. I could listen to you all day! -- P.S. I know what your sayin’ about being older than HipHop.

[@J-PRO757]

LEGEND!

[@nobbystyles4807]

"london england are you ready for the def jam tour, make some noise for public enemy" that was dave pearce, a uk radio dj.

[@grinchoi1]

That intro gives me goosebumps

[@thomasmcginnis2782]

Africa is the original birthplace of the human race, and even music itself(isn't it?). If you hate on the motherland, you are hating on the roots of your(our) family tree. If we destroy mother earth, we destroy what gives us life. Let's act like we know family. Respect to all who return it.

[@sirleroyale4412]

Public enemy was a big impact in hip hop beats and rhymes like no other

[@PHONIBRAXTON]

Chuck D is perfect for radio. He loves to hear himself talk lol from the moment he was introduced he never stopped talking. 🤣

[@Jimmy1982Playlists]

I wanna know who _doesn't_ love the sound of Chuck's voice! 🤔🤷‍♂️

[@StrongIsland1]

Yes, he is!! I've interviewed him several times!! He's very informative and intelligent, and I enjoy interviewing this brother. He's a R&R Hall of Famer!!

[@armoriya]

PUBLIC ENEMY was once known as SPECTRUM CITY.

[@2solid4tv48]

Most 90s dont know public enemy is lol

[@pigatt1]

First time I heard that was on SiriusXM. When I heard it, I said, that dude sounds like Chuck D!!

[@darrylreeves]

I always get so much listening to Chuck's interviews!

[@lilden3366]

Chuck D ....my #1 Hero on planet Earth

[@pigatt1]

I have ALWAYS had a tremendous amount of respect for Chuck D but it has increased 1000x after this!!

[@bmuhamad]

Hank Shocklee also paused the moment, last week on Unique Access. I was also blessed to meet Chuck at the Los Angeles Sports Arena, in 1987.

[@marvin469]

Goat , most important rapper to my mental development. Gary Bird, just googled him; bout to listen right after this interview

[@nglza]

W e e f f i n’ L O V E y o u CHUCK D!

[@tegusentertainment8021]

Goddamm right LL was it, real recognize real personified!!

[@tamakweila8434]

South Africa 🇿🇦 Stand up

[@drayhowww9687]

Much love... Chuck D ,Sway and staff, #lvdrizzle

[@CoachMikeD]

"Just because you never KNEW, doesn't mean that it's NEW" -Chuck D

[@Best..YT..Music..Playlists]

thats cool that Yo! was named after the album. ive been in this for nearly 35 years since I was 8 and I NEVER knew that.

[@KGenius_DJ]

All Love from SA 🇿🇦🇿🇦 🇿🇦

[@steviecritiquenewby7874]

Chuck D is the The Teacher Of Hip Hop 🎤🎧🎚️🎙️

[@yayarearaidernation510]

Chuck talks bars like it's nothin LEGEND

[@MarlonD805]

Him and DJ Premiere are the true hip hop historians

[@obatala4688]

Blessings 🙏🏿✊🏿🔥

[@lstoryrecords_]

Thankyou chuck d for much of your wisdom.

[@ladypainter496]

We love all y'all 🎉❤❤❤❤❤

[@7SELF]

FACTS!!!!!!!!!!!Put respect on LL Cool J Name

[@BroadzWayTV]

The fact he looks the same ✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾

[@garfieldrhule5906]

Respect & Love @ll 💥🔐💥🎯💥⚖️💥🎼💫🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@reigntv2973]

One of the coolest rappers I ever met

[@chiefking6433]

Chuck D talking for all em times he hasn't been interviewed

[@overstandinggod3410]

Heather B is definitely a G.O.A.T. Been watching what DJ Kenny Parker has been doing a lot lately. His book is a definite must read. But with that, I've been watching a lot of BDP videos and after all these years of watching "Love's Gonna Getcha" I just noticed that that's Heather B in the video next to Ms. Melodie during the chorus. Peace to Heather B, maybe we can get an episode where Sway interviews her and her rich history in this Hip-Hop thing. And a definite shout out to Mister Chuck, hopefully someone else besides Combat Jack (R.I.P.), can interview him about the history of The Fresh Air Fund and the influence of The Nation of God's & Earth's at his time as a youth coming up in NY. Peace.

[@williebateman3613]

Very powerful man much love 💪🏾💥💥💨💯

[@chuckkent5395]

Much respect. To me Chuck D is the Goat✊🏽

[@ryrilo5078]

its a good documentary ..presently showing in the UK now.

[@firesign4297]

KEEP OUR CULTURE!!! HERE!!!✌🏿✌🏿

[@forensicaccountant259]

The Blowfly track was Rapp Dirty, which was fully sampled for INDO SMOKE.

[@spikes2023]

Chuck D is intelligent. I African tradition he would be considered a repository, what we call a library. Closest I could translate into English. Siyabonga Nkosi. He has what we cal Ubuntu- this is a spiritual awareness which has several hallmarks and takes years to sharpen and be insightful of . Well done

[@malcolmsanders7607]

Fantastic interview 😁❤️

[@everything4304]

Chuck needs a podcast quick

[@demetriusrousseau7919]

Thank you for clearing up that Elvis part, Chuck! 💪

[@wilfredoramirez728]

I remember my sister went to y show in Philly it was Jazzy Jeff,Kid n play, Stetsasonic, Public Enemy and it forget who else She had pics with Wise from Stets and Kid n Play I had just came home from vacation and she showed me all the pics

[@MisterQG71]

Living Icon 👑🐐🙌🏾

[@Dezzyyx]

The new documentary was amazing, one of the best if you really want to understand Hip-hop.

[@jimr9499]

Where's it at? I hadn't even hear about it's existence until Chuck mentioned it jus now.

[@Dezzyyx]

@@jimr9499 BBC

[@louisawuah9892]

A living legend .

[@josallins1]

CHUCK D! PE! PURE 🔥

[@sol9211]

Polite and respectful correction: A "Generation" is considered 20-25 Years. It is the life of a person from birth to adulthood. Chuck D You are a GOAT. I have listened to you and PE since I was a kid. Don't stop what you're doing. Much Respect to you and the PE World. Peace!

[@Independanceliberty]

Chuck.D talks real! As he said : Stop the arrogance! You see when someone travel all around the world, his/her way of thinking is different. He/She is more conscious of the reality! I 💯 agree with him!