Colson Baker (Machine Gun Kelly) on 'Big Time Adolescence' & 'Tickets To My Downfall' | MTV News

Colson Baker (Machine Gun Kelly) sits down with MTV News to talk about his new film with Pete Davidson, 'Big Time Adolescence,' what to expect from his new album with Travis Barker, 'Tickets To My Downfall,' and more.
0:54 Being able to relate Monroe in 'Big Time Adolescence'
1:37 What does 'Big Time Adolescence' mean?
2:24 Working with Pete Davidson and 'The Dirt'
3:45 Colson Baker being different from MGK
4:50 Working on his new pop-punk album
6:50 Why the name 'Tickets to my Downfall'?
9:54 Pushing the norm with his new album
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[@MTVNews]

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[@mozzaquinn]

I wrote Machine Gun Kelly a letter but I don't think he would see it. Could I maybe post it on here and could you please tell him about it?

[@mozzaquinn]

@@mattkroeker7328 I have no way to send it to his management I can post it on KZbin but he won't see it. Does he have Snapchat if he does what's his name on it??

[@mattkroeker7328]

Morreghn Townsley send it to 10250 Constellation Blvd. 10250 Constellation Blvd. That’s his fan mail address , they read everything sent to that address

[@mozzaquinn]

@@mattkroeker7328 I haven't wrote it out on paper plus due to the coronavirus I wouldn't be able to send it to him.

[@realmusic1074]

He always spills out his Personal issues that most don't have the guts to...He deserve all the Respect he deserve...We Love You Colson ...

[@renesupersonic]

Jeffrey Nongkseh I’m sure “others” have guts, it’s just none of our business what’s going on in their lives.

[@realmusic1074]

@@renesupersonic and that's the Shit I'm talking about.

[@yeahokay5038]

@@renesupersonic Go watch eminem for more motivation to know how to beat your wife and not tell to the media😂

[@renesupersonic]

@@yeahokay5038 their relationship is still none of our business.

[@ogcsun9824]

Your hair is fabulous kelly

[@linzym.nunezc.1207]

I'm SO proud of him. He said nothing but facts. You can tell how nice his aura is, no matter the hate, such a great person and artist.

[@decay2291]

Linzy M. Nuñez C. Facts

[@kickeramp88]

Or is he a punk?

[@SUPERSTARSUDEEP]

The only people who hate him are Stans, their opinions are irrelevant tbh

[@mracidman2536]

TANGY JASON technically we’re stans it’s just Eminem stans

[@moneky6962]

yeah his vibes are 👌

[@ingapingu9776]

Love how honest he is in interviews lately

[@Riksybuisness]

Yeah right he comin back

[@s_n_3303]

he’s always been tho ❤️

[@tymeadors855]

He said it himself a while back. He doesn’t feel like he has anything to prove anymore so he’s finally just being himself

[@ingapingu9776]

Smiley Sara true he never seems dishonest but I feel like when he was younger he sometimes tried to come off as more tough and less vulnerable, which is understandable in that industry

[@icantthinkofacreativename1802]

He looks a lot happier. Im glad.

[@mozzaquinn]

Yeah, he's the reason that I am alive, in 2018 I self harmed and told my parents that I wanted to kill myself. His music has saved my life I am 2 years clean from self harm and I am in a much better place now In September I'm going to college to train to become a seamstress and a photographer. I wish I could meet him one day and thank him in person for saving my life.

[@kadens1903]

Morreghn Townsley damn buddy im glad ur better

[@mozzaquinn]

@@kadens1903 Thanks I now love life.

[@aprildew9099]

flipping bang chan cute

[@juliepoulos3057]

God me too!

[@beberachelle8388]

As fans we’ve all known Colson Baker existed... we been just waiting for you to meet him. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@AO-qm1of]

Bebe Rachelle Exactly 💯

[@Riksybuisness]

👌👌

[@Blubeadwork]

Couldn't have said it any better ❤️

[@s_n_3303]

YESSSSS!!!

[@Mia-pd9kq]

Real fans wanted to keep him to ourselves

[@Lamey-js1eh]

I'd give anything to sit down with Colson and just talk about anything and everything with him, he's such a genuine person

[@user-wt2dx6bd4k]

"Downfall is not always a bad thing. It's a fun ride up, for real."

[@123fourfive5]

Mgk is special as an artist because he literally carved his own niche into the rap landscape.

[@thadream5026]

Im so glad he's comfortable enough to be himself...colson

[@MrGinja123]

Even tho his real name is Richard but I think he legally changed it to Colson

[@tanyahammel6343]

Colson is his middle name crazedginja but he goes by that instead of his first. I can't remember if he got it legally changed either though.

[@thadream5026]

He changed it..thank you for all the comments guys!! Check out my music

[@MrGinja123]

@@tanyahammel6343 thats what I said

[@mariatenreiro9254]

@@MrGinja123 his name isn’t richard, he actually doesn’t have a middle name, he said it in many interviews, wikipedia is wrong and put his uncle’s middle name which is Richard, but i think that right now it’s correct in wikipedia

[@MellClarice10]

"Colson Baker is a whole different person than machine gun kelly to me. I didn't knew Colson existed until last year". I really felt that, love you kells❣️🎸

[@kelsiejo1744]

This IS his hair style. Yes baby

[@elizabethrodenberg1941]

The part about just meeting Colson Baker really struck me. I've noticed in more recent interviews that he's changed a lot. He's not full intensity from start to finish. I also feel like he's not using drugs as much anymore? He's not sober or anything but his usage is definitely not as dangerous as it used to be. He seems happier and more sure of himself. And more confident in a way? Not in the rockstar way he was before, but more like he's not using the rockstar to cover up the person. I like this new guy a lot and I'm excited to see what he does. :)

[@chanceteague1753]

As far as drugs pretty sure he just smokes weed, eats shrooms and acid from time to time but mostly weed and shrooms.

[@chanceteague1753]

Elizabeth Rodenberg yeah the coke completely slipped my mind when I wrote this

[@maariahussain4414]

@@chanceteague1753 I swear shrooms ain even that bad tho. Harry Styles literally recorded his entire new album whilst high on shrooms, and hes perfectly fine

[@Filipos123456]

You can see that rn he is colson he is himself and not that angry guy he was talking about. He’s a true artist with no fears. Respect to him

[@usa-girl911]

This was really good. He was very open and honest. And it was very insightful. I’m glad he realized he needed to step away and step back from those people in his life that weren’t looking out for his best interests. So many of those artist like him get used up and thrown away and never make their way back. And sadly many end up dead, just like he mentioned. He has grown a lot, it shows. I hope he continues to grow and continues to have success and happiness in his life. 🙏🏼

[@Riksybuisness]

There is also ecstacy, downfall is not alll bad, the ride back up is amazing. Man i needed to hear that!

[@camisaku]

Everything he says is really dark so he has to laugh and make it seem like no big deal so people don’t feel worried or sad for him. But he has this light inside of him that you can see when he faces directly into the camera, I hope he’s still with us for many many many years ❤️ We love you Kells

[@1709maja]

He sounded just like Yungblud 😂😂

[@enricovankeeken9503]

Actor!!

[@maariahussain4414]

As a British person, it wasn't spot on, but for and American thas pretty good. Most Americans just sound like some confused Aussies when theyre tryna speak like us

[@monicacable1111]

Love him. He's so real and honest. He better live to his 80's.

[@haley7312]

I’m so excited and just happy because he seems to be feeling better and being himself I was so worried for a long time because of how depressed he seemed to be

[@sofiacristina2493]

"How did you pull this off? I was there with you, you idiot" The epidemy of friendship at its finest

[@annie-pierlegault4350]

He's so open and honest! That's precious. Clearly he likes to create and he puts his whole heart into it! 🖤🙌

[@brandonskellion7450]

Movie was dope and extremely hyped for this album!

[@Blubeadwork]

He makes me so happy. ❤️ Everything about him, his music was always there for me, I could just turn it on and forget about the world for hours. I'm so glad he's happier and not caring so much about what people think. XX❤️💗

[@sikk8813]

Same... He helped me through a crazy time many years back EST 4 Life

[@Lena-vx9su]

Why is noone talking about how excited they are about a new MGK-YUNGBLUD-song coming soon?

[@Toniii-fj1sq]

Lena when does it come?! And why didn’t I knew that 😂

[@megmog4094]

This feels like the realest interview yet. He’s really changing for the better !

[@adwoadanso8644]

I love this man so damn much

[@shaguftamb]

adwoa danso me tooooo

[@tasharowe5803]

The moment he was like "man u have a name. Yes man I forgot I had one too" 😂😂

[@shannonrice730]

He is such a genuine person! I love that he always opens up to us about his life. He is a true artist!!

[@isaiahjaivam7243]

True

[@angelwarner28]

I love MGK press times. He always says done shit that just hits

[@ivyinabottle]

Here after he won a VMA, his album went number 1, and he’s just surrounded by good people and vibes. I’m so proud of him and I can’t wait to see what he does next.

[@Jaguar2kicks]

Dude’s mood right now is like mine, vice versa. Last year was tough on me, but I made it and I survived it. Now I’m content on where I’m at and I’m living my wildest dreams.

[@timmayboi120]

Corona Virus

[@Supreme_Star]

Rockstar

[@brandonlatus6563]

SupremeStar fake rockstar dudes a poser

[@msl7863]

@@brandonlatus6563 You love him...lol

[@brandonlatus6563]

Shannon Manz u love me haha just got to correct what's wrongf a shitty rapped

[@angeliciagonzales9687]

He seems in such a better headspace. I love his vulnerability in this interview

[@TheWendiLynn]

I love Colson Baker! I am all about lovin' different genres and the fact that he said that and he's doin' it too, makes me love him more! Such an amazingly talented artist💖🎼🎤🎵🎶

[@kellraleigh3645]

i’m so proud of him, he’s going places, whether he realizes it or not this is not the end for him, none of it is. this fan base will skyrocket him till the death of us

[@lukaspennacchia2572]

is it just me or has colson been in so many interviews lately

[@ystora7818]

lukas Pennacchia pretty sure it’s promotion for his album and at the same time he got some more recognition because of BTA

[@magickmademe]

MAAAYYYYBBBEEEE THIS is his genre 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@lale7387]

fuck genres. As long as it sounds good.

[@juliepoulos3057]

I know he’s an amazing actor. And so is Pete...they compliment each other so well!

[@krixxusjg7452]

Just as he said, don't put im into one specific genre.

[@BLOODFART2THAMAX]

He can do it all💯💯💯🚫🧢

[@magickmademe]

Julie Poulos I agree!!

[@RapDevil-ic9gz]

Love Colson Baker a lot more. All though MGK's my guy lol

[@jaiekayhollimore2287]

I've been a fan MGK since I was like nine, but I've always been afraid of seeing him in person. I already have concert anxiety so I wouldn't want to go to a meet up or something and a person I really admire be kind off put by me or maybe even a little mean. I understand that people have persona's--what you see isn't always what you get. I'm just glad that he's now getting to know Colson and showing the world he's not just one thing. (I've never heard any stories of him being mean to his fans or anything. It was just a thought that crossed my mind, personally)

[@misslady1154]

How old are you now? Just curious

[@johnringolll4517]

JaieKay hollimore you’re dumb if you think his personality isn’t the same in person I’ve meant him multiple tomes

[@jaiekayhollimore2287]

@@misslady1154 19

[@misslady1154]

Jay King 1) unnecessarily mean 2) m a n y people are different on and off screen.

[@jaiekayhollimore2287]

@@johnringolll4517 How I perceive someone has nothing to do with your experiences. So have several seats and go mind your business.

[@dollfacebeauty9136]

So proud of this man and how far hes come people are always split about this dude but I dont get it hes a genuine artist and hes so open about his life. I love him est. Baby ♡♡♡

[@anniegao7009]

"purple devil-y emoji" is a real mood

[@marissalyn]

I get stoked whenever I go on KZbin and it suggests me new interviews with him❤️

[@sabes44]

I’m pumped for the genre switch!!! The songs released so far are awesome!!!

[@emmahirschey7423]

My aunt is the security manager for the museum in Syracuse that the movie was filmed in there is a scene that never made it into the movie but she told me that mgk was in a full on cowboy outfit in a pool floatie just chilling in the fountain outside of our museum

[@sukoonsy]

So much personality 😍😍 excited for the album

[@emgiselle8194]

When I say I cried when he mention more songs with yungblud I fucken cried 😭🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@Tj-hw2ql]

I really hope Tickets to my downfall is going to be a BANGER

[@joewilliams7629]

This aged so well being that is.

[@Dorkidiot]

His unflinching candor is rly humbling and heartwarming. Love MGK but Colson Baker has my heart. Tickets To My Downfall is gonna be HARD 🔥

[@lucaftf]

He and Pete are the best Don't deserve the hate they get

[@elfosopo]

I'm soooo excited for the new album even tho I'm blasting previous ones 24/7 but lately he has shown his true self more and tried new sounds and style which I really appreciate and love.

[@brennamanyhorses1353]

I hope he find his mental well being, much love ❤️❤️❤️ his true fans will always stick behind him!

[@laurenrogers3806]

Colson Baker 💕

[@slaydaytoyou]

im so happy he realises the odds in life and doesnt push himself past his own limits. sometimes i worry that my favourite celebrities wont know how to vent their feelings and then eventually putting themselves down. it hurts me very bad. im glad that he learns all these from other celebrities that passed. if i lost mgk i dont know what I'll do... he's such an amazing inspiration i want him to know that we all love him as a person deeply. i hope he never has to feel like he's not enough or that he should give up. est4life 🖤

[@colleenstrickland1138]

he’s really made come up not just in his career like working his ass off like he’s done but also just how he views things and that’s amazing 🤍 much love. ESTXX

[@ravenzamora4429]

Your yungblud imitation 😂😂😂

[@laciehamlin9340]

“I don’t care what people have to say about the genre switch you can love everything” Finally. I’ve always been told I’m weird or that’s it’s wrong to love more than one genre of music even when there worlds apart.

[@Wiltac]

His Tommy Lee performance gave me absolutely no choice but to like him instantly.. Stay safe Colson. You're young and have alot to come yet.. Good luck bro! "People can love everything." *micdrop*

[@boulderholder7675]

"... so people don't just think I'm this angry guy, cause I'm not... " I- man I love him so much

[@Ellie-qe3ng]

I’m so incredibly excited for his new album, can’t wait!

[@birgitstrobl9891]

He's so precious 😍

[@gabriellemissmayhem5590]

I already Know this album is gonna be real af.. exactly what I've been goin through mentally even though all our lives are completely different it seems a lot of us are going threw similar mindf**ks of situations.. it's crazy. I'm 28 and have lost a few of my closest friends around my age this last year. I love your advice, just keep driving fast if your gonna live the way you do.. right on!! Truth. Love you Colson! Hope we get to meet one day

[@slim7215]

So proud Colson❤

[@paulajasiu6903]

and he’s open to talk about his issues and he’s just being the real him we stan

[@mandifoyle8265]

Mad respect for Colson "mgk" Baker love this guy so much talent and the best smile😁❤️

[@paulajasiu6903]

i love the fact colson can do different shit every time and he’s able to go and express himself how he actually want and not holding onto something that he knows works because he done it over the years. seeing him try to do new things is great and i love that for him

[@Erika-vw1cw]

HIS SMILE please protect him at all costs

[@xiahluver]

The last few minutes were so real... Lol but more so the best TED talk 😂

[@Scumcult666]

I fucking love you, machine gun Kelly! Your strength reverberates through your eyes alone. You are finding yourself now. You have proven you are not a box dweller. Mad respect. EST FOR LIFE. 19🙅🏽‍♂️🙅🏽‍♂️ FOREVER

[@nat4501]

This is [or at least seems to be] a new era of Colson Baker. This is his world and we're all just living in it

[@ebonyratcliff8745]

Thank you for this upload! Raw Colson is a real treat

[@gavsgadgets]

Colson is younger than me and yet is my fucking hero! So transparent and ambitious!!!

[@jennysmith6244]

I think I'm okay is one of my favorites right now! I can't wait to hear body bag 3 amazing artists...can only mean greatness!

[@atomixmusic2987]

This interview is like omg. Respect Colson

[@evcaprochazkova7080]

He is my god, like.... things he writes have point, and everything. I belive he is a good person. Thanks to you for beeing alive

[@theozar]

He’s so real. So much respect.

[@amberwinkler8535]

So excited for this. He really is growing as an artist and I’m here for it. He’s struggles are real and hope he is in a much better place now. Xx

[@Riksybuisness]

Man mgk just buildin our excitement for the album fr.... I can't fuckin wait

[@ShellyMS19xx]

One of the best interviews of him I've seen.

[@M3ikeiMonsTaRr]

We love you @MachineGunKelly !!! Thank you for sharing! You'll always have my love and support 💕💕💕

[@mackenzieglover769]

I love Colson so much 😍❤

[@rosdeep8623]

Trust me .... He has too much to share.....love you Colson❤️❤️

[@kelsiejo1744]

Ugh I can’t take it... he’s too perfect.

[@emgiselle8194]

Colson Baker everybody the most amazing and talented human being to ever walk this earth 😌🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@justinelp3776]

You are litteraly the most amazing person I have met. You have helped me through so much. Please never stop. I am so proud of how far he has come. Your honesty is amazing. I am so excited to listen to your new album. Can't wait to meet colson.

[@jevandice3356]

Colson better live till he’s 80 at a minimum he truly is one of a kind with endless potential to spread nothing but good energy.! What you may think is unfortunate or your downfall could turn out to be your savior an salvage later down the road much love Colson 🖤💙

[@fairymary_555]

can’t wait for the album!!

[@samiyahm.3471]

That was poetic

[@stevencooper5235]

he's such a down to earth real person, a true role model

[@julietblake9277]

He really is just the best.

[@mgklover8858]

LOVE him! He so honest and natural! I could watch him speak all day! EST4life

[@isaakzarazua295]

Genuine guy

[@s_n_3303]

He’s so real genuine and honest i love him sooooo much❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@vasquezmt]

This is my favourite interview of kells. like wow, so raw and real.

[@a.r.k2875]

I remember see my tears man

[@zi2446]

Big time adolescences is a great movie. It really makes you reflect on life and what you want to do with it.

[@kennedylynn4069]

Awe he’s feeling chatty today! Good to see 🥰

[@laurenrogers3806]

Might be one of my fav interviews he’s done 🤘🏻

[@Shuteyetn]

So fuckin excited for the album. I’m so excited that he’s trying to bring pop punk back

[@bobbybooshay216]

Glad to see he’s in a better place compared to how he was not that long ago! Was worried for him at one point! Happy to see my guy still going and getting better! CLEVELAND

[@msl7863]

♥️♥️♥️