Dad calls Erykah Badu - Didn't Cha Know "EXQUISITE!" | First Reaction

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Thank you for watching our reaction to this legendary Erykah Badu song, "Didn't Cha Know" from her classic album, Mama's Gun. This is one of my favourite songs from the 2000s (although I sort of think of it as from the 90s in my head). Produced by one of the greatest producers of all time, J Dilla, this song is truly a heavenly experience of divine, existential optimism. Although there are so many brilliant elements to this record, some of my favourite aspects. Really glad my dad was blown away by this track.
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3:20 Didn't Cha Know
7:18 Discussion

[@keepcastin2710]

This is healing to watch as a black man! I have watched almost every episode in less than 12 hours. Black culture is not passed down through wealth it’s passed down through Art all be it music, food, or clothes. This is how we bridge the gap this channel needs to be on TV. PLEASE KEEP GOING THIS IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOU KNOW!!!!

[@kimme857]

Thats so awesome and I agree it's more than they realise ... I don't always agree with what they say, but I'm always agreeable with how they say it. Everything is about "taking it in" with spirit of learning, ovastanding, and enjoying. They truly Listen and experience with appreciation. And they're honest.

[@ajharris4861]

@@kimme857 Agreed. I never thought about our wealth as the arts and creativity. I dig it!!! Their energy is so open to experience.

[@chestermijnals6914]

Agree fully!!!

[@1Immanuel6]

Amen!!!❤️🙌🏾🙌🏾👏🏾

[@aGwEENapple]

It definitely does. Look at all the people it's brought together over the years.

[@dcbeck1991]

Jill Scott is another queen of Neo-Soul, her songs “A long Walk” and “The Way” are legendary,

[@dcbeck1991]

Also, Erykah Badu’s live album is amazing nothing compares to hearing her live. Her voice is magical. It’s always on repeat for me.

[@Man_eee]

Did you ever watch the Erykah Badu Verzuz Jill Scott ?

[@Idanimowellness]

Live Jill Scott Album

[@Poeticfloetic]

And India Irie. 🔥❤️❤️

[@sorandumb4768]

Floetry

[@pattip8110]

As a black woman...this is so wonderful to watch! Thank you for sharing beautiful black music with your dad! He is so genuine and you have great taste! New Follower🙋🏾‍♀️

[@frontroom]

Thanks so much! (dad)

[@magiccookies420]

Yeah Im mixed and grew up around all the music this kid plays for his dad. He’s definitely invited to the cookout

[@Natasha-YAHsFlowerGirl]

I agree with you PattiLaPalma As a friend of hers...I think she would love to see this. I’m sharing. 💜

[@renada81]

Right ✅ I love this channel. Great father wow

[@rejunofaye]

I feel the same ✨

[@bucmell]

Erykah's voice is like basking in the sun on a warm day w/ a gentle breeze undertone.

[@ShesMajickal_]

YES. WARMTH

[@NkemOnyeka12]

That is a perfect description!

[@c__lovexo]

I felt that.

[@ajharris4861]

Absolutely. Great description!

[@Remi_marie]

Spot on ☀️

[@melaninrx]

I love how the son educates his Dad on the artist. You can tell his does his homework. Keep it up!

[@frontroom]

Thank you! I try my best, but I am far from being even half as knowledgeable as the viewers watching

[@melaninrx]

@@frontroom it's ok. We appreciate the effort that you do take!

[@mzzthang3912]

Same! This is why I appreciate this channel cause it's not just watching or listening to a song to get views like some other channels he actually is taking the time to educating himself and his dad

[@melaninrx]

@@mzzthang3912 exactly you can tell his genuine

[@MomTheEbayer101]

I totally agree.

[@lalablack6038]

I was a cook in the Navy in 2001 and I played this album my entire shift for a year. My food was always raved about, I used to say Erykah helped the taste... I gave it love and she gave it fla'vah... (Flavor)

[@eprep9745]

This is cool asf 💯🙏🏽

[@jacquir8331]

I cook to Franki Beverly and Maze - ❤

[@dontcopymystyle4469]

💯💯💪🏾

[@sonderson6363]

@@jacquir8331 yesss same I love older music

[@OceanisInfinite]

Yessssss queen!!!

[@monicaekeyes2489]

As a 58 year old black woman, this is adorable to see their appreciation for good r&b.

[@clevawoman]

Mama's Gun is a masterpiece. Listen to the whole album.

[@ShesMajickal_]

MASTERPIECE YES

[@geegeethree]

Periodt.

[@coqui9879]

My favorite album ever. Is your name a reference to it or just a fun coincidence?

[@ajharris4861]

Ain’t it tho? Gonna listen to it right now!

[@sabrinaj53]

That part.

[@frontroom]

“Think I made a wrong turn back there, somewhere…” Thanks for watching everybody ❤️

[@firelioness363]

Wow...one of my favorite underground albums turned mainstream music ...I remember folks had a real issue with Erykah when she did this album....

[@phillippia]

Great pick!

[@C_McLuvin]

I love your dad reactions. You have to let him listen to DMX “Slippin”! It will make him cry and touch his soul

[@lynyea22]

I would love to see your dad react to India arie

[@therealvaleval]

For Neo Soul… you definitely need to react to Queen of Sanity by Bilal.

[@dmg.2443]

Erykah and Lauryn are definitely Queens of Neo Souls but also Jill Scott. They are the blueprint.

[@ess.1020]

Jill Scott YOU LOVE ME should be next

[@ShesMajickal_]

I never thought Lauryn to be neosoul

[@kevincwatson6922]

@@ShesMajickal_ IMO, she's not. People love her ONE album so much that they tend to spread her all over the place...R&B, Rap, Neo-Soul.

[@bravecoldwater9061]

Meshell Ndegeocello has to also be included 💯💜

[@smokescreen4]

the holy trinity

[@alexanderr.d]

If I may make a suggestion, I suggest “Green Eyes” by Erykah Badu 💚. She explains the challenges of seeing your previous love with a new person. The 10 minute song is basically three songs in one. Each one representing a new stage of grief.

[@jenniferwagner4215]

Yasssssss

[@psalms50_5]

Absolutely classic

[@keealove]

That's my favorite song from mamas gun. I say if you can't appreciate her 10 plus mins songs you're not a fan... like "out my mind... just in time"

[@embrya26]

It's a song that has callbacks to jazz/swing of the 1940s then soul-jazz funk of the 1970s, and finally Neo-Soul/R&B of the late 90s early 2000s

[@sistamaryclarence]

Yesss Green Eyes , Orange Moon and Out My Mind Just in time are extremely beautiful songs of storytelling 8+ minutes long 😍😍

[@theempress5820]

Your Dad will absolutely lose his mind when he hears Ye-yo on her live album. She was pregnant and having pains onstage. You could feel the emotions and pain in her voice. Its so poetic because Ye-yo means mother in the Maasai language. Erykah Badu is so melodic, spiritual and smooth. She's a whole vibe. (If Chaka Khan & Billie Holiday had a baby that's Erykah) 😍

[@ShesMajickal_]

Yeyo makes me cry

[@theempress5820]

@@ShesMajickal_ Me too

[@zinfandel1566]

“…Miss my Momma when…we away…” 😢♥️

[@MyCocoaRoots]

Ye-Yo always gets me. You feel it in your soul. It’s beautiful. ❤️

[@graceodongo1431]

Maasai*

[@ApocalypseChild24]

I love Erykah. I've seen her live twice. She's even better live. Not many artists can achieve that kind of greatness

[@indiamckenz5228]

She sure is!!!!!

[@ColdBowlOfSoup]

I went to her concert in Dallas back in February literally transcending. She’s not from this planet I swear.

[@tinamathews7139]

Facts!!!!

[@glendamaynard]

Saw her in February in VA. Beyond.

[@jodeciluvah]

A true artist

[@Danne313]

The kickdrum in this song is like a heartbeat, a beat everyone can feel

[@frontroom]

That’s a really interesting way of putting it. Thanks for the great observation!

[@jusouL]

yeah thats J DILLA (jay dee) yall should check his music out!

[@matthewt8214]

Dilla!

[@kadiep2869]

It's a soft African 'experience'...beauty in sorrow

[@nycolewithawhy]

@@jusouL 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 RIP DILLA

[@TaylorMadeCori]

Erykah Badu and J Dilla together...amazing. RIP J Dilla. Neo-Soul, was everything. Thankfully, we have the titans from that music period still making music - Erykah, D'Angelo, Maxwell, Jill Scott, Eric Roberson, Ledisi...among so many others...

[@ericaneal5152]

Dad is officially initiated into BADUISM!! Love it!! Best album ever!!

[@tamikajohnson6910]

The next song should be “Tyrone”. I think your dad would get a kick out of that song. I love you guys. Great selections.

[@LOUDIntuition]

🤣🤣😂 everyone get a kick out of that song. Even in 2022 people still calling Tyrone.

[@HiddenKeyElement]

Live Version

[@TheRealStellaNoWine]

@@LOUDIntuition lmbo say thatttt sis

[@talismon63]

GIRL!!!!

[@AshChildOfGod]

Lol yeah they should do tyrone

[@phillippia]

When speaking of Neo-Soul, Jill Scott and Maxwell are some good names to listen to. Neo-Soul is my personal favorite but unfortunately it isn't thriving like it used to. I tend to listen to older songs like this instead of new stuff.

[@loriannrichardson7644]

And when naming Neo-soul artists, don't forget Bilal and Donnie.

[@robstar1a]

And D'Angelo

[@ThisCharminManc]

If you like neo soul there’s two current artists in the U.K I’d strongly recommend, SAULT from London & Children of Zeus from Manchester, both are amazing.

[@Sunny-tv5dm]

Don't forget the person who started it all off D'Angelo! It would be great if they did a reaction to his music.

[@phillippia]

@@ThisCharminManc Thanks for the recommendations.

[@dedrickwhite4794]

The way your dad just appreciates good music is a beautiful thing to see

[@Philly4Really]

Erykah Badu won the Ella Fitzgerald Award a few years back... There's a KZbin video of the award, and Erykah talks about how she has always looked at and used her voice like an actual instrument. A trumpet. I thought that was so cool and it makes total sense if you think about her music. That's stayed with me since hearing her talk about it. I love her and her artistry so much. She is a living legend. Great video guys!

[@Philly4Really]

Next Lifetime and On & On are other insanely good tracks, but you can't go wrong with any Erykah Badu track!

[@ClassicOpinion]

Try the group “Floetry” your dad will probably love the group!

[@Enta_Da_Sage]

Been infatuated with Erykah Badu for 25 years now. Baduism is on my top 20 favorite albums of all time. Mama's Gun is such a dope album too and this is my top track from her. Huge fan of J Dilla too and had no idea he produced this, no wonder I've always bumped this song so much. I'm so stoked yall did this track, made my day! Aloha Kai and Pops 🤙🏽✌🏽️

[@frontroom]

Awesome you found out! J Dilla isn’t human

[@Enta_Da_Sage]

@@frontroom Yeah man! Thank you for educating me to the fact he produced this track. It really makes more sense to me now as to why this has always been my favorite track from her even though her whole Baduism album is my jam. Dilla laid out so many dope beats for many of my favorite rappers, groups and singers. Keep on studying music like you've been and please keep these videos with your dad coming. These videos with your dad are the most beautiful music reactions I've seen and heard on youtube. Much love and respect to you and your father Bruddah Kai!

[@donovanstrong5224]

Dilla is an Alien

[@frontroom]

@@Enta_Da_Sage Thank you man! Really appreciate your generous words and your frequent contributions to the comment section.

[@ritamix33]

for a young man his musical taste is superb. one would think you were much older picking these songs for your dad....im impressed.

[@SherriceSledgeThomas]

This song got me through a rough patch in my life. Erykah has such a beautiful soul and it comes out in her music.

[@TheForzaKing]

Can't wait for the Lauren Hill reactions!

[@KeithJacksonII]

facts!

[@saf1999]

💯

[@christinewarren8134]

"How you gonna win, when you ain't right within"

[@melaninrx]

Neither can I. Especially he is does anything off the Unplugged album so much emotion is wrapped into it.

[@activistbook3809]

Please do unplugged

[@SneakerHeadInTheBay]

2 legends right here. 100k coming soon baby!

[@frontroom]

❤️ thank you man!

[@pthesmith]

@@frontroom Please try Kindred the Family Soul “Far Away” It’s AMAZING

[@princesscaprice]

One of my favorites from Erykah. My favorite lyric in the song “Time to save the world, where in the world is all the time?”

[@lynking4496]

Mama’s Gun got me through a rough time in life. I had this album on repeat for months. You dad would love the whole album. Not a bad song on there.

[@Sunny-tv5dm]

D'Angelo next please! He is the reason Neo Soul started. Plus, he also worked with the legendary J Dilla on his masterpiece album "Voodoo". This album and D'Angelo 's Voodoo are seen as kindred albums.

[@cococherrymango1225]

He's gonna LOVE him!! And Bilal!! WAIT ... MAXWELL OMG 😲

[@Sunny-tv5dm]

@@cococherrymango1225 Yes, Bilal and Maxwell are also great artists to react to. D'Angelo is seen as the King of Neo Soul and his three legendary albums 'Brown Sugar', 'Voodoo' and 'Black Messiah' are gold standard. Your Father will love the musicality of Voodoo in particular. His songs 'Untitled', 'The Root', Mo Gin', ',Really Love' are marvellous. D'Angelo is the truly G.O. A. T. He is often referred to as the modern day Marvin Gaye because of vocal similarities. I look forward to seeing you both react to his amazing music.

[@jerzeyfirst219]

Africa....send it on..... alright... I can go on and on

[@davido3109]

And Dwelle too from the D!!!

[@shamekastephens6688]

This is by far one of the best albums ever. I listen to this particular song every day, and have been playing this album regularly for the last 22 years.

[@Enta_Da_Sage]

That's dope. I listen to Baduism in it's entirety a few times a week for 25 years now and to me that's one of the best albums ever. I have to make myself give Baduism a rest sometimes and play Mama's Gun (my personal close second favorite album of hers.) I always play Didn't Cha know first and then I start the album over from the beginning. Then I go through and listen to all the rest of her albums in order of when they came out. She's the modern day R&B/Soul GOAT no doubt.

[@newguyntown]

No lies told

[@ker_possible]

I love her so much I can’t even lie about I long I’ve listen to her to not reveal my age.

[@Enta_Da_Sage]

@@ker_possibleYou're an OG Erykah Badu fan! That means you're wise for your age but also helps keeps you seeming way younger than your actual age.

[@jussjerzy]

You just got a new follower. I love how open minded your Dad is and your knowledge of the music, history and the culture.

[@frontroom]

Thanks, Lee. More good stuff comin! ( dad)

[@ftbailey773]

I actually met her last week after her concert at Red Rocks. So kind, humble and absolutely beautiful.

[@Tylah052501]

Y’all should do Green Eyes by her next! That’s a spectacular song.

[@MrTee12]

The Live version from Tiny Desk is EPIC

[@staciabelcher28]

Yes that song would confirm the fathers ear for the sound of Billie Holiday.

[@itsbrittbritt4183]

my favorite song of hers.

[@sailorneen]

I was gonna comment thisss. It’s my absolutely favorite song from Mama’s Gun!

[@yagurlbigj1]

Just commented this lol. That song is one of my favorites of all time! It's a masterpiece

[@MomTheEbayer101]

I’m definitely here for this one!

[@Danne313]

Same🙌

[@Shaw2184]

i would be very interested in your reactions to her song Love of My Life (Ode to hip-hop)

[@Enta_Da_Sage]

Me too, Favorite song by her! Just checked out your channel and watched a vid. Love what you're doing! I'll check your eBay store out too. Aloha from Hawai'i to you sister 🤙🏽✌🏽️

[@tamikajohnson6910]

Yes 🙌🏽

[@bee6684]

All Day!!!!

[@camillemayers103]

Your duo emanates calm and warmth. This is what it looks like when a son has been well loved. He has grown into a secure young man. Congratulations Papa. I enjoy your channel. Thank you.🥰👍

[@frontroom]

You are so kind! (dad)

[@misszaftigbeauty3000]

I think Dad should see the visuals for these songs as well after hearing the song first. Let him soak in the music, THEN soak in the beautifully powerful visuals to these songs. He would so appreciate it ❤️ I LOVE YOU GUYS! Keep up this great content! And again, I suggest a series where Dad introduces us to HIS faves from his day.

[@yogirlsupa]

Your dad has to hear ghostface killa - "all I got is you" Nas- If I ruled the world

[@sneakn]

Definitely need to play Apple Tree...damn near the entire first album really. Erykah is definitely the Queen....I can't wait till you let your dad listen to some Jill Scott

[@Neoldsoul]

That’s my song!!!

[@strachan_gul75]

Yes..Jill Scott

[@jennycat4297]

He's really going to trip. Lol

[@aaronfoundluv]

Baduizm is a masterpiece

[@jdeebo73]

You both are true audiophiles. The love you show for all aspects of the music in conjuction with the artist and their story.

[@keze1558]

Dad is right in saying "there is space in it", especially Neosoul. It allows your to add & expand your own expression within it.

[@chosen4gr8tness]

Ky, you’re amazing. Your dad deeply amazes me and steals my heart with the way he approaches his listening experience with each artist. He is such a deeply passionate guy, when it comes to music and I LOVE IT! I have no doubt that you guys will hit one million subs in the next few months!!! I ooze with pride as I watch you introduce songs of my youth to your father and him express his sentiments in such an illustrious manner! Thank you to the both of you!!!

[@frontroom]

Wow, thank you so much! Thank you for watching.

[@kalesitasandifer6405]

I absolutely agree .

[@ELNJ80]

I second every word you texted.

[@danieljohnson4530]

You called it a feeling, we refer to NeoSoul as a Vibe! Try some Maxwell!!

[@joyfulisjoyful]

Ok can I just say…you have the best taste in music. I pay close attention to the records you display behind you. The first video I saw, I saw you had Fugees The Score and I went, “OH OK HE’S LEGIT.” And now today I see more records that I own. Lauryn Hill is the artist that made me fall in love with rap/hip hop. And Late Registration is one of my favorite rap albums ever. I also have that Fleetwood Mac record. You’re cool, my dude.

[@frontroom]

thank you, haha! I’m glad that the records in the background help to connect with people such as yourself. Thank you for watching :)

[@Santiago-in1xf]

Miseducation is still a gem of an album. It is still relevant today.

[@Santiago-in1xf]

Also when he said basically that it's not music anymore, it's a vibe/experience. TBH, Pops' taste is not to be scoffed at either with how he's been able to pick out influences from the 70s in contemporary artists.

[@onyx9066]

You have a great taste too 💪

[@RGE_Music]

his taste is real good. Definitely gotta add more variety to these KZbin videos

[@cyntee79]

That ENTIRE album is a MASTERPIECE!!! Play Green Eyes and Orange Moon for him too🔥🔥

[@taneshah.1260]

Just found this channel and I love it. I lost my dad 4 months ago. One of my favorite traits I got from him (and my mom) was the ability to appreciate ALL genres and eras of music. I know their music their music almost as well as they do, LOL. Seeing this dad be so open to and appreciative of the music I've grown up with makes me smile and takes me out of my grief for a bit. Keep up the good work!

[@keithb1687]

This song is an experience. The album overall is a classic to me

[@BrittneysBlessed]

I would love to see a whole Erykah Badu session with you and your pops 1. Green Eyes 2. I Want you 3. Liberation - OutKast feat E. Badu 4. Lifetime 5. Other Side of the Game The list goes on

[@The_Barnes_Family]

YES! and Bag Lady. I love some BADU

[@voguejackson5400]

Add window seat to this list!!!@ but liberation with outkast is a must since u guys covered Ms. Jackson

[@serenawilliams8934]

Since they break down the songs the way they do I agree with other side of the game and bag lady

[@bronzebomber814]

Liberation moves me to tearrs every single time

[@phillippia]

Phone Down is a fun one to add to your list. I listen to that one sometimes when I am getting dressed and feeling myself. 😂🤣

[@prettypk_]

This song has influenced my spirit beyond words and taught me the valuable lesson of following my heart and knowing that sometimes we make bad choices but it’s not the end all be all…. it’s j’s beat, eryakah’s voice and words/lesson. i am forever grateful that this song was created 💗

[@frontroom]

It is truly a beautiful thing! (dad)

[@tobiasisrael3758]

That's not what the song is about at all....

[@klkenned]

She’s also very active on social media (Twitter and IG). I wonder how she would react to this. You should tag her and see 😊

[@PacificMoceans]

😩❤️ their father and son chemistry is so inspirational. This Badu track is hypnotic and philosophical. 🎶

[@MomTheEbayer101]

Music being an experience!! Man… I LOVE THAT!!! When I need some me time, I promise you, I’ll go into my head and drown out the cares of world while listening, experiencing, and enjoying my favorite songs!!

[@eugeniawilliams8034]

Music is my go to all the time.

[@stacey8559]

Dad’s like “please be quiet so I can listen to the song.” 😂😂 You can tell he tried to silence him with that head wave as he tried to speak.

[@KatGlo]

One of my top 5 Erykah songs. All her songs are so poetic, so many metaphors and double entendres. She’s so talented.

[@spoogiedaboogieman]

This was awesome 👌🏾 "The Light" (by Common) is a great song dedicated to Erykah Badu; I think that would be a great follow up

[@AlikaHarris]

Yassss

[@JDubzBeatz]

Yesss do it

[@Big.jean1]

would definately be a great follow up. and another great example of some neo-soul like music

[@thomashopper6752]

Come close was too

[@PacificMoceans]

Absolutely 🙏✨

[@ayeishaperry-smith392]

No matter how many requests you get, you aways pick goldies! Well done sir!

[@frontroom]

Thank you! Glad you think so

[@bettyrocket999]

I’ve heard this song many times, but after how the son laid out her history, it was a must to listen again. Loved it! 🌞

[@JOOLVAUR]

I really like how these two appreciate this song as much as I do, “exquisite” and “brilliant” are amazing ways of putting it like y’all have. I was Introduced to neo soul fairly recently, I live in a traditional Mexican household so when I grew up, I never heard this kind of music and is now my favorite

[@missssophisicated6742]

Welcome..

[@prettybrowngirl9451]

As long as I've been listening to this track, never knew J Dilla produced this. I love it even more now. I love me some Erykah!!🥰🥰

[@Enta_Da_Sage]

Facts. I was tripping when he said Dilla produced it, I never knew that. Makes more sense now as to why this was always my favorite track on Mama's Gun (Clevah is a close second) and my favorite track of hers period. Baduism is one of the best albums of all time of any genre and I play it so much that sometimes I have to let Baduism rest and give all her other albums a play.

[@Enta_Da_Sage]

Aloha Sistah 🤙🏽

[@YoungYahtz94]

I actually didn’t know that. Wow. Dilla was a beast, this beat is hypnotizing. And then Erykahs voice on top just seals the deal

[@TajaV]

Right! Me either

[@free1855]

That song is everything. Haunting with a deep meaning. Erykah Badu has a deep knowledge of ancient Egypt spirituality, fully visible in the video of this song (beetle, life symbol etc...). Loved you dad's reaction! FYI, the intro is a sample from a band called Tarika Blue "Dreamflower". Stunning piece.

[@Halalhotep]

The ankh!! (Life symbol) soul powerful

[@1ewalks]

It’s a “vibe” may be the descriptive word you're seeking guys and yes I hear the Diana in her voice as well. Thank you both for sharing the experience.

[@marathongirl27]

I hear Billie Holiday

[@DetroitQueen74]

I saw her in concert. It was magical.

[@Sky-hc7uu]

Jill Scott, He Loves Me would be a great pick! Anything Jill Scott honestly.

[@stephanier.5680]

That whole album is a masterpiece. She's one of my favorite artists put there.

[@mynekamartin1570]

I love everything about you two! It's great to see a child educate their parent. The son is so knowledgeable and respectful of the craft and you can see he gets his love of music from his dad. I just came across you guys today and I'm a fan already!! Keep it up!

[@riccolaw655]

Pops genuine vibe to this song is dope. You can tell he was really feeling this joint. Great taste in music ✊🏾💯

[@DonDon-fo8gr]

And she is who Andre 3000 is singing about in sorry Ms Jackson. 🙂

[@christinewarren8134]

For real? I didn't know that.

[@lynnlucas4779]

That is a fact. Andre and Erykah share a child.

[@mglover4099]

I love how he does his research and understands the background of the artist and the impact they have on the culture. I love this channel it’s so endearing

[@joshuachalkley6883]

Wow can’t believe I haven’t heard this tune before thank you for introducing this to me! Will be rinsing her music out now. Love this channel, love the concept. You both seem like genuine decent people too, keep it going guys I’ve only just discovered this channel and watched all your videos. I love the rap reactions the most as I wish I could do this with my own dad and have him appreciate some of the gems there are in the genre. As he was mainly rock and rubbished all the rap I loved growing up in the 90’s and 2000’s. So is great to see your dad loving some of them.

[@kevinparker5508]

Well studied young man. Fathers inquisitive energy mixed in with his wisdom is a blessing. Only listen to them and the twins for reactions.

[@dustyweber7189]

That cable knit sweater is absolute fire!!!!

[@frontroom]

Thank u man!

[@niruvision]

Your pops is a gem; has a real calm gentle inviting presence. Youre blessed

[@Brandon-gw4ed]

I really appreciate what you do. Art has always brought people together no matter culture, race, or religion. Love the channel, love the content, and love your pops!

[@stefaniebrauer128]

You just need to keep going with these reactions. I’m in love with watching the respect and interest between father and son in this videos. Can’t stop watching.

[@sungoddessraa]

If I may make a suggestion, I would recommend “Lifetime “ by Maxwell. It’s another great song in the neo-soul genre that also gives you that ethereal feeling right from the start.

[@jomanda6876]

Mhmm! Yup!

[@CECETHERARETUXEDOCAT]

Absolutely love the song!

[@blackqueenmelanin1449]

Yassssssssss

[@SweetUareDesi]

No, Ascension

[@aegontargaryen6269]

So good

[@northernsoutherngirl]

This entire cd help get me through my divorce. Stays in rotation!❤❤ ❤

[@TheNeeyang]

Shit I think I need to listen to this album bc I’m going through a divorce rn

[@anatay10]

I'm loving you two! What a great idea for a channel. I'm a 49 year old woman with 27 year old twin son musicians. The best moments, memories I've shared with them by FAR is our love of music. They've shared with me and vice versa. I love how open your dad is... and observing you guys bonding over phenomenal music is great. Good taste 👍🏽👌🏽😊! Cheers!

[@5ft3VanillaMami]

Erykah is so classic. Definitely one of my favorite artists. Ledisi and Leela James are a couple of amazing underrated neo-soul artists. Leela's rendition of "A Change Is Gonna Come" is so smooth.

[@bearbrewer8517]

You’re Dad is fvcking awesome man!!

[@2iicybb]

would love to watch y’all listen to “To Zion” by Lauryn Hill & Carlos Santana …. KEEP THESE FIRE VIDEOS COMING!

[@MrTee12]

Better yet... I LIKE THE WAY ft Lauryn, CeeLo, and Carlos

[@valeriewatkins8309]

I totally agree!! The Mis-Education of Lauryn Hill is one of my favorite albums!! I think that his dad would love how Lauryn did Can't Take My Eyes off you by Frankie Valli. It was released in 1967. Great job guys and a beautiful relationship. Keep up the good work. 💙💙

[@ebo7310]

Yesssss

[@kikibara1]

YEAH

[@RGE_Music]

facts

[@brirome5102]

I don’t think many people know this but I think the music is a sample or inspired by a 1977 song “Dreamflower” by Tarika Blue ♥️

[@RnB4Sure]

You guys have excellent taste. She is one of the few artists that made me drive to another state to get her first album that had been promoted well in advance. I have to check out this channel.

[@frontroom]

Now that’s what I call a fan! (dad)

[@carshe05]

It's so awesome seeing your dad experience the music that I've grown up listening to for the first time. It actually makes me appreciate the songs more and I find myself noticing things about the songs I've never noticed. You and your dad are amazing!

[@frontroom]

Nice to know that.. And thank you. (dad)

[@silassamuels8404]

Same!! Seeing someone else experience this music I cherish for there first time before my eyes is so refreshing and I too find a new found deeper appreciation for the music I have loved and listened to for years

[@idkrandomshit]

I jus gotta say the fact that y’all show genuine interest in understanding and appreciating hip hop/rap, trap, neosoul, rnb etc. (trying to be p.c. But f it) the fact that ur showing genuine interest in the culture is probably one of the biggest reasons I seeing myself and the black community are gravitating to this channel. We can feel the genuine love u have for our music and culture and all I can say is thank you for shining a light on all the amazing works legends in our culture deserve. Thanks ❤️

[@ngolinyirenda6421]

Her voice goes through a sassiness, then a coyness, then a pain stricken tone and then just gorgeousness.

[@coxt1977]

Omg! I love how much your dad enjoyed our gift Ms. Badu!!!!

[@AlexisLexLexi]

A couple of Neo Soul artists I think you’d both enjoy are Jill Scott (Love Rain) and India Arie ( Ready for Love) and Bilal (Sometimes).

[@Halalhotep]

Love rain!!! Omg that song sings to my soul

[@huniglaze]

I still play Bilal!

[@vevp8287]

I'm glad I got to catch the premiere. You've already introduced dad to Erykah and The Roots. Now you should introduced him to Jill Scott. Play "He Loves Me" and see how dad likes that.

[@Egirl609]

I love that song!

[@jomanda6876]

Yes! That song would be great!

[@xeniademes3220]

Make sure that at some point in time, you do “Next Lifetime” by Erykah Badu. He’ll love it.

[@5ft3VanillaMami]

Also, I can't wait for your dad to hear something off of "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" album. Is it one of the rare albums that I can play from start to finish without skipping a track. So iconic. I think he'd love it.

[@ariellee2521]

I love how you both breakdown each song, not only by lyrics but musicality and the history of each artist.

[@catherinejackson9022]

That's what I am enjoying too.

[@frontroom]

Appreciate that, thank you!

[@emorylivers]

And you GOTTA do On and On by Badu! Her first single and so deep!

[@Kallah_DaughterOfYAHUAH]

VERY much!

[@taneshah.1260]

Definitely!!

[@Peace4Me09]

Mama's Gun is one of my favorite albums. From beginning to end, it's amazing.

[@ngolinyirenda6421]

This song is romance, love making, lamentation, and healing all in one. I still recall when it first came out, I couldn't get enough of it, and OMG to listen to it with someone in intimacy was euphoric.

[@Thenamesro]

Maaaaan if he loved this he’s gonna love d’angelo

[@lynnlucas4779]

Oh yes

[@mlboldon]

I'm so glad I stumbled into your channel. Instant fan! You and your Dad are so 😎 cool.

[@TheDreamingdaily]

Love my people man. So proud of my culture. Forever in my top 5 songs of all time.

[@Prawduk730]

She definitely paved the way for Neo-Soul and many indie artist today who perform music tailored to this sound.

[@frontroom]

Definitely agree

[@bossybee8888]

Erykah’s music still feels so good all these years later🥰 You two are kicking butt, what is this 20K more subs in two weeks?🤩

[@NicoleTheCreatrix]

You're going to have to take your dad to see her in concert. It's an amazing experience.

[@dblr4931]

I saw her last year and it was amazing and freeing. She is the most uninhibited person who is true to herself. One of the best concerts I've been to.

[@khubbard57]

I really love your dad's enthusiasm for the music selections. He is adorable.

[@flaviusmaximus2051]

She has so many great songs! She is the godmother of neo soul! Often imitated, you know the rest...

[@bl757]

Never duplicated