Pharrell Williams: I Love Space, But I'm Not Trying To Go

Pharrell Williams, whose music appears in the Netflix documentary "The Black Godfather," thought a lot about space and time travel as a child growing up in Virginia Beach, and those themes have influenced his art ever since. #Colbert #LSSC #Pharrell
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[@roospooscreate]

Positive people don’t age , most positive people are still children at heart ,they never stop playing .

[@0oo70]

Right On...

[@lateeflovejoyentertainment.]

yep

[@IntuitiveReadingByPriscilla]

Agree

[@belliott88]

I suggest you go listen to The Clipse Feat. Pharrell “Hostage” Pharrell was far from positive when he watched his grandmother slowly die from leukemia in Virginia’s projects... Making beats and riding around with real thugs to escape her anguish and poverty in general. I hate people who don’t know his real story. He had to WORK to be Positive or Happy. He was nowhere near either growing up.

[@kostasamarantinis5878]

Im like that 53 and a child still....Looking 37 too

[@sureenough7620]

I absolutely love pharrell. He comes across as being so humble, genuine, and down to earth.

[@HexIsme]

He's probably had to fight tooth and nail to keep his soul, but he's definitely won so far.

[@rafay8516]

This is the first time I'm seeing an interview of him, he's so cool.

[@ChateauShack]

Because he is and he can honestly sing about being happy because he is. :-)

[@araweelospirit4180]

Except he took money to perform for the IDF. Humble 🤣🤣🤣 I think not

[@gumborambo4540]

met him at a Cold Stone in VB years back. He was asked if he wanted to cut some people in and he replied "but then I dont get to hang with yall as long." Dude is a LEGEND and rightfully so.

[@JohnnyRempit]

Now I get it. When he sings 'like a room without a roof' on Happy, he's just projecting his happy place. A room where he can see the stars and experience the water that's falling from the sky.

[@lorenrenee1]

Johnny B. Rempit indeed. He shares his vision and the world is happy. I’m gonna cry now because that’s just so beautiful 😍

[@nbuehster]

"A room where he can see the stars and experience the water that's falling from the sky." I believe that's called a planetarium.

[@clumsiii]

thanks for that I really enjoyed hearing him speak but never was a fan. Til hearing him speak!

[@jacquelineleubin5004]

@@lorenrenee1 Bless you

[@RedBear535]

Thats lovely.

[@jamalmushtaq]

He looks like Jaden Smith in 25 years time

[@NellieKAdaba]

😆

[@kayc.5213]

Jaden colored his hair first...But since hes younger...He looks like Pharrell

[@vageeshlall8197]

I mean, he is into time travel

[@taurus1234]

That's an insult to talent lol

[@pamelacass9642]

Jayden is...well..a bit...creepy? He started out great with the Pursuit of Happyness. But by the time he crashed Kanye's wedding dressed like Batman, he was gone. Like, TOTALLY.

[@kyleclark1626]

Not enough guests truly appreciate what John brings to the show.

[@Lumby1]

Jon Batiste is a perfect foil for Stephen Colbert, and a legend among musicians on his own.

[@brettpiggott2664]

I always watch to see what guests give acknowledgement to John and the band when they enter the stage, especially if they have music ties.

[@wilfredjbrimley]

I find myself judging guests by if and how they acknowledge Jon.

[@Human-Mechanic]

john is a trainwreck on the show 99% of the time. maybe the music is fine, but he should not have a microphone to speak

[@severedghost]

How is this man 46 years old...

[@tselengbotlhole750]

"The Narrator" 🤣🤣 he looks like my 30 year old son

[@marie_84]

He looks like Jaden Smith😂😂😂😆😆😆

[@stefanschleps8758]

He be chillin alot.

[@michaelfederoff261]

Music, be happy!

[@tonyatthebeach]

did you not hear him talk about time travel?

[@shitllama]

I like how honest he is about not knowing the exact details. I think some ppl just pretend to know and most reporters dont care to correct the minutia.

[@0oo70]

He's Right on time...

[@anthonythompson403]

Dude is 46. His skin my gosh. Black clearly doesn’t crack

[@gmcubed]

Tonyiisme he looks noticeably older since I last seen him, which was during the daft punk promos.

[@1keryl]

Money helps too

[@anthonythompson403]

Kyle just a little

[@HShango]

Fact (i'm black my self)

[@bettythomas8660]

Good clean living, once upon a time our avg age was over a hundred. My Gt gt gt mother lived until 112 yrs old. Now folks are dropping by early age of 40s

[@pyxelpub8251]

That is one intellectual and well spoken artist who thinks before he speaks. Something not being accustomed to from even world leaders these days. Respect, man.

[@chillhomie7]

He’s a fucking creative genius

[@OrangeAgent5]

Imagine *Fallon* doing the interview and interrupting him *all the time* unlike stephen who just listens

[@krisfrederick5001]

But, but I don't want to

[@george2468]

he cut his 3d/dimensional conversation short tho

[@OrangeAgent5]

J. Carson to put it that way: I like Jimmy Fallon and had hours of joy watching him on yt in SNL clips or other stuff he did on his own show. But interviewing people is not his major skill...

[@aweescotsdog8358]

Well just as long as space makes him happy.

[@Annamarie40985]

I think I see what you did there :-)

[@FOOT-BOX]

He would be perfect on a podcast !

[@nelo4real]

FOOTBOX I agree yeah! very soothing voice.

[@MollyHousel]

He had a radio show: OTHERtone

[@Annamarie40985]

Yes! He has a fantastic voice for a podcast!

[@0oo70]

Right On...

[@rasmusholm2982]

you heard of OTHER?

[@ChiefsNate]

Pharrell : “Two minutes ago hasn’t happened yet and two minutes from now is gone, they’re just gone” What

[@kartika5049]

Exactly 😂😂

[@99GAZI]

I think we know what he means and the message was delivered, just move the words around in post. Part of being human. This moment right now is gone and depending on when you read this, it will happen multiple times. We are moving through time. Amazing piece of information I acquired just this morning from Fr Mike on Ascension Presents, is that very close to 100% of the cells in our bodies are replaced every year. We have brand new bodies every 365 days mind blown 🤯

[@holdmybeers]

That’s the point. Past and future are gone dude. Whatever way you look at it. Pass the bong left.

[@krisfrederick5001]

Just go back in time and listen again..er.....ahead.

[@Zenhumanist]

Frank Arrietta What?

[@camuscat123]

I have followed this artist from his early times. What an eye and ear...I don't know him..but his statements have always been close to my heart...ahead of his time for sure

[@stephaniecoker1643]

he seems like the sweetest, most genuine person, brings your whole day up :D

[@Maliilse75]

Love his calm energy.

[@AngelGroves]

I cannot put into words just what he says in this clip means to me. It is a soul/kindred spirit thing. A true artist.

[@Chaptersaudio]

I love, love, love Pharrell! I despise mindless, simple small talk. But deep, insightful and conceptual conversations that draw you in and make you think, those are the conversations that feed my soul.

[@lullaby508]

"Don't mind me, I am just wearing shorts".

[@BlakieTT]

Quite thoughtful, Pharrell is.

[@Annamarie40985]

He is very introspective.

[@0oo70]

Right On...

[@randomme6954]

Love Pharrell, he's humble and massively talented and successful. Good on him.

[@marymarsella9050]

I love when guests and John connect. Let go Steven. Go with the flow.

[@lorrainebell4442]

I can't get over how brilliant this man is. I have never seen a more intelligent interview with an artist

[@user-gw9kw1cn6o]

Go for it Lorraine. There's a whole universe ahead. Start with anything smarter than this interview. And by that I mean literally anything.

[@lorrainebell4442]

@@griefweaver8432 I have seen him in interviews and there is never going to be another Prince. He is so cryptic

[@marie_84]

Jack White & Colbert Catholic Throwdown: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWrdloyvhMl1i5I

[@raymondooi2256]

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[@marie_84]

A Conversation with Jack White: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3-8YZuCaLdqiZI

[@damncows]

A smell can smack you with a vivid memory, kinda fun.

[@larapalma3744]

Proust

[@davidpetersen1]

sense memories are the deepest and coolest :)

[@BoomBoom-xn7ud]

Unless the smell invokes a bad memory --

[@jessa.4529]

think grandma's house

[@rachelrobinson3746]

Pharrell Williams is an inspiration; what a thoughtful, kind, intelligent, articulate, and beautiful soul. He gives me hope for the human race.

[@bertrandcroft6644]

Great human being, Pharrell. Wonderful video.

[@missj5603]

Smart and interesting guy gave us a glimpse of how his mind works, love it!!

[@chucKieROx]

Why is no one talking about “Can’t Handle Love”? I just listened to it and it took me back to a time before I was born 💖

[@storiesnotstuff]

He's such a poetic soul

[@kellykerr5225]

Such a talented and kind person. He says he is a poser, well I guess we all are in a way.

[@MsKali05]

this man is a genius he is so underrated that last n.e.r.d album was phenomenal

[@Joe-eu6yn]

Coolest artist ever so down to earth,. Peace and love .

[@gbaren]

Jon Batiste & band nailing "Can't hide love" Kudos !

[@mariafoy]

I just love Colbert gives the guest time to speak without interrupting them.

[@MlSSFIT]

"Two minutes from now hasnt happened yet and two minutes ago is gone, they're just gone" is mad deep. That the smallest distance between time holds endless possibilities allows us to realize just how great the universe is in that it holds all of these endless possibilities for each and every one of us.

[@leslieday17]

WOW.....I appreciate him and his music so much more

[@29lookingood]

What a beautiful Man 💙

[@mehretgebrezgiabher9425]

I watched The Black Godfather on Netflix and it was a very interesting documentary. All these stars raving about this person I never heard of before. It’s like where has this man been, why do they never report on him or in any headlines? Why aren’t there more people like him? I guess it can only be one. Always I enjoyed it. Pharrell Williams seems so chill. Hi Stephen and John.

[@Lumby1]

Jon Batiste is an amazing musician. Colbert is an excellent host. Pharrell Williams is a modest genius and a gentleman, a very pleasant interview.

[@RajaSingh-kx8yt]

He is so humble

[@dondesormeauxrcadventures7551]

Calm energy in human form

[@bunnicat4880]

“The human race comes through the conduit of a woman’s body.” 🤘😍

[@Nik110512]

For me it's smell that takes me back instantly

[@carinalouise1337]

What a beautiful human being ♥️

[@DrStratComm]

Ok I LOVE this time travel and space talk. I had no idea these were Pharrell's vices. He seems absolutely lovely. I'd love to just sit and talk space and time with him.

[@chipichipichapachapacala]

"I'm a nice dude, with some nice dreams"

[@yanishkayachtboy1502]

Who is this? See these ice cubes see these ice creams

[@gonkaien7181]

@@yanishkayachtboy1502 knowledgeable bachelor, million dollar boat

[@terenterenteren8301]

@@gonkaien7181 That's whiter than the ... going down your throat.

[@sinethembamazibuko6429]

"A phantom exterior like fish eggs "

[@ChristophersMind]

Cant believe Pharrell is 68 years old. Looks so young for his age.

[@annaj5095]

Maybe I need to watch the full interview. Because he is not 68 🤣

[@docsunga]

pharell williams is 46 years old. you must be talking about some other "Pharell'

[@lorenrenee1]

When you talk about changing the world-he’s literally made the whole world ‘Happy’ look up any city/country and ‘happy in _____’ in KZbin, I love this guy.

[@0oo70]

Right On....

[@dbirdeycapozzi9807]

Always Loving Pharrell 💕

[@jovannicoeleedoe8852]

This dude looks like he is in his 20s this young man is blessed and talented🧑🏿👏

[@sheilashadiamusic]

What a delightful person! I am "happy" for his props to Jon also:) 🎵

[@PrydeWater901]

“Can’t Hide Love” has always been that HEAT! I’ve never heard a bad cover of it. The original is of course the best, but Wayman Tisdale’s guitar cover is pretty dope.

[@Capjedi]

I'm really enjoying this. Huge Star Trek fan, here! That's a gull wing. It's not copywrited. Anyone can use a gull wing, as it traditionally represents a sail. ⛵

[@medusagorgon8432]

I could have continued that time travel conversation forever!💚

[@Canuckmom128]

What a sweet, thoughtful guy. The World needs more Pharrell...and Jon B.

[@GeordiLaForge1974]

For being 46 years old he looks very young and he is also very polite. You can tell he was raised by good parents in a wholesome environment.

[@shiba7860]

I love this man. He so cool.

[@katemiller144]

Delightful perspective & human 🙂

[@patrickscholten222]

what a nice guy, love from the netherlands

[@TheCyab]

I honestly love this man so much!

[@robelmurph]

It's amazing to watch 2 people who have no idea and no understanding of any theoretical physics talk about dimensions and time travel. They are like children asking where the sun goes at night and you try to explain it to them but the look on there face says I retained none of what I just herd.

[@bettythomas8660]

Meta Physics once upon a time was normal practice for some societies in Africa. Today its a lost knowledge by our yoots.

[@robelmurph]

@@bettythomas8660 Once Upon a Time people thought leeches killed all diseases and drilling holes in your brain was a cure for all mental disorders thankfully we've grown past those things.

[@1angryferretable]

Imo...He has to be one of the most interesting and insightful people inhabiting this planet! And he makes me 😊

[@lavinder11]

Stephen was the best host to have this conversation with.

[@cyrillgebert5631]

What a good guy he is.

[@cm9859]

Love Pherrell Williams. What a sweet heart he is. I love HAPPY song 🎵 and Get Lucky. He is brilliant.

[@Chandasouk]

"Yessir!"

[@latoshiamorris1605]

I adore Pharrell! It can we give it up to Stephen Colbert?! This man is a pure gem and beautiful human being 😊

[@Lily-tj1zo]

:D.. Pharrell and Stephen. .... so much yes. ....

[@RawBogan]

Did he say 'darkly melanated man'? I like that. Just a variation in pigment. That's all.

[@bks161]

Fantastic interview

[@estellaf4072]

Well now we know how he manages not to age... he doesn’t believe in time. I love him more. And I love the respect he showed John.

[@inesmachadocasamentos2828]

I love John showing off to a fellow music producer

[@onetreeurbanjungle6100]

That’s my favorite EWF.....’You want my love’......Betcha.....Betcha❤️

[@eflat1968]

Amazing Man So Lead Back From Oakland.Ca 🎶😀🎶

[@yocampout]

My fave EWF song too. So good👍👍👍😁😁😁

[@nancydeis7121]

He is starting to look older than 20 now. A great man. One that I would love to meet and just chat it up with.

[@Freesingskills19]

he is so dreamy and sweet

[@BeastNationXIV]

If I could just hear a few more bars of that drop where they played the segment out with "Can't Hide Love", I'd be a happy man. Perfect way to end it.

[@allcapsbeats]

He always says, "first of all, thanks for having me, this is so cool" or something to that affect in every interview I swear.

[@Late20sSkateboarder]

Damn I want the weed that Pharrell is smoking with that time travel talk 😂 😂

[@miawu8392]

@Black Rod Pharrel isn't stupid, except for that minority comment lmfao

[@das_it_mane]

That weed is called mushrooms

[@jackkeenan_]

Black Rod *Imagine thinking Pharrell is stupid, he’s one of the most influential people in the 21st century*

[@Late20sSkateboarder]

Black Rod that is just not true lol

[@Late20sSkateboarder]

Jack Keenan I mean you can also argue that Donald Trump is also one of the most influential as well currently- doesn’t make him great lol

[@bilalahmed2123]

Pharrell is just a humble guy. Never had let fame get to him !

[@ticnatz]

Wow, much respect.

[@raymartin2538]

this guy is amazing, no doubt....

[@annieconway8998]

Such a cool chap

[@softminari3709]

This man is incredibly fine. Not just physically but everything about him is simply amazing. Wow. What a guy.

[@madeincanada7156]

Pharrell is sooooooo 🥰

[@lazyperfectionist1]

"I Love Space, But I'm Not Trying To Go" I can relate. Space is cool and all, but it's novelty, if you'll pardon the irony of this statement, is something I've outgrown.

[@cloutclaudiuscharles2597]

“I think the pixelation on Nat Geo Is Awesome” facts

[@kor1berl1n]

❤️❤️❤️

[@LanceCorporalKitty]

Seriously though, how quick and amazingly talented is John?! Like really, for fucksake!

[@jettsoma]

What a nice kid. ❤️

[@eklavyamodi9137]

Bruh he's 47....

[@jettsoma]

@@eklavyamodi9137 Yeah, and the same age as my kid. Speculation, bruh 😎

[@nickthomas384]

I'm high as hell rn, and this interview is freakin me out

[@PrinsTan]

Pharrell pulling off a Hansel on us - wondering what tree bark is made of

[@impact0r]

"Carl Sagan is a personal hero. I haven't really read or watched any of his work on astronomy, but the fact he made it - I respect that."

[@kor1berl1n]

❤️

[@baldman2011]

Pharrell is a legend in his own right. This guy is so out of the box that wearing shorts and long sox in the winter is just normal for him

[@zuludoctor]

Shit, the second he walked in I thought to my self nope I can't love pharrell any more he's done too many hits done too many nice things done too much in general and then he proves me wrong! I love him even more now with the way he Michael Jackson his entrance in a Tibetan way and how he greeted the roots. Wow. Speechless. What a great human being. Rich folks, artists and the rest need to follow.

[@Blitznstitch2]

We don’t live in a third dimension.. we live in three dimensions. It’s subtle but yet significant.

[@astriddelis6101]

EARTH WIND AND FIRE CANT HIDE LOVE YES

[@user-zx9kl4xu2v]

Most people coming to these kind of shows: so my movie/song/exhibition is called "this" and it starts on "this", so here's the tickets, ok let's talk about what I ate today Pharrell: "having a deep conversation on an almost metaphysical topic straight away"

[@lazaromurad322]

forever young I wanna be foreeeeever youuunnng