Developing Your Voice | John Legend on Street You Grew Up On

This week on Street You Grew Up On, Kerry Washington circles back to the midwest with EGOT winner, John Legend to visit his hometown of Springfield, Ohio. John was raised in the church, playing piano and singing in the choir. Coming from a strict Pentecostal background, he and his three siblings weren’t exposed to pop and secular music. After growing up, John began to explore different music mediums to help find his voice in music in combination with his historical soul sound. He has pulled inspiration from artists like Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and Aretha Franklin to develop the voice he has today. Stick around and you may just get a sneak peek of some of John’s new music from his self-titled album, LEGEND, releasing September 9th.
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[@kerrywashingtonvideo]

What would your EGOT have been on the SYGUO?

[@stacy-annbanto]

Here in JA, Growing up I didn't get to see any musicals, but we had a tv musical show called *Ring Ding*. Tv show called *Lime Tree Lane*. Song, *Wild Gilbert, by lovindeer*. Movie, *Cool Runnings*. These are just the Jamaican ones. There are many foreign shows, movies and songs from back then that are very dear to me.

[@stacy-annbanto]

Love *The Electric Slide,* by Marcia Griffiths too.

[@dawnwalker3438]

Man, I grew up the same way.... you really didn't know you were missing out on the rest of the world until you did.

[@virginiadessi]

Wow, I love John! Such a great artist, thanks Kerry for sharing this conversation with us! 😄

[@rai55]

This was a peak into the mind of a multifaceted mastermind, loved the interview! And SAME, as a kid in the 90s I was all about Matlock 😏, New Jack Swing music 💃🏾 & ‘amazing hood lesson movies’ (as I called them) - New Jack City, Boyz, etc. 🎬 Another great interview ❤️

[@jedcwre1292]

Wonderful interview with John Legend. So open and relatable. Thank you John and God’s continued blessings over you and your family ❣️

[@catherineroberts1643]

Man what a trip growing up in strick Pentecostal homes I use to think my mom was crazy but it nice hearing I wasn't alone but because of how I grow up I became a great reader and writers till this day that how I gain my knowledge of things outside the church as a child . love you Kerry and John

[@brandonsandoval5188]

John Legend is a... legend.⭐

[@nicoledaniels817]

Very interesting on what we know about depression and different forms of mental illness now as opposed to the 80s John is not alone in his experience in dealing with an absentee parent,he’s also in my opinion a musical genius and he’s from OHIO!

[@abbyc.4215]

No, he did not grow up in Springfield, Ohio. Whoa! I was right in between Cincinnati and Dayton, so not too far. I just love you so much Kerry and can't wait to see the show you're currently directing. Also, here's to hoping you do more live interactions with your fans soon! ❤

[@JerriCouncil]

Kerry, you are soo very beguiling. You've the skills to charmingly navigate the conversation(s) into whichever direction(s) you'd choose! Not everyone can do that. This was a pleasant conversational Q & A!

[@everjdogblue]

Man Kerry, it just keeps getting better and better. Just when I think it can't get any better than this..you bring someone else that just does so much to navigate us through their formative years, make us laugh, blow our mind with some type of talent or gift, and just make us smile. You and John did just that. John please let her use that as a theme song. That would be super amazing.

[@talesofcsoplahia]

To me, John Legend is the greatest singer and songwriter of the last 2 decades. He is a truly special gift to the world of music. His voice is from all that is good in the cosmos.

[@jenlgray9417]

I grew up in a town not far from Springfield. Lived with my great Aunt and Uncle who were Pentecostal pastors. I could certainly relate about the restrictions. Great interview

[@tanyawoodson8189]

Great episode!!!! We need to have daddy Earl on!!!!!!!!!!!

[@RERK8]

I absolutely love John and the good he does for society. My mother talks about him with the same momentum as Motown artists. Such an intelligent and purposeful artist. Great conversation! Thank you Kerry for interviewing John!

[@mumbimoche7947]

Hi Kerry, Please bring on Taraji P. and i love all your interviews 😍🥰❤

[@stacy-annbanto]

*John Legend!* Yay!!!

[@4evermistyblu]

My childhood street is named Lexington as well. Located in St. Louis, MO. John, thank you for the song Remember Us. This song feels so good to my soul.

[@Cinnamun52]

I lived near you! STL

[@4evermistyblu]

@@Cinnamun52 I grew up there in the mid to late 80’s. When crack came around in 1988 the neighborhood started to change, so we moved to University City and eventually North County.

[@kerrywashingtonvideo]

What’s the name of the theater John opened?

[@telikaandfam]

john legend theater

[@jamesmarie]

My favorite album is the collab between The Roots and Legend with Wake Up! The remake of the songs are damn good.

[@1MSLOVE]

Super dope an amazingly inspiring story from John Legend! Learned a lot about him I didn’t know of, and am very excited to hear what’s next from him💯❤️‍🔥🐐👏🏿

[@Onye12]

Great interview. Such an intelligent and talented man. I appreciate that he talked about the faith that he grew up with and how it influenced his music.

[@cristinadreyer5357]

These interviews are so touching! Thank you so much, Kerry!

[@Signedthesavvyexpat]

Truly enjoyed this interview!!!!

[@jaredmcphoy1998]

This was an Amazing interview. Learning about John's roots in the church makes so much sense when I listen to his music.

[@ajordan1847]

Exceptional interview. As a John Legend fan, I learned something new. The song he shared at the end reminded me of his first songs when he started to gain popularity. Classic and pure soulful sound. Your interviewing style allows the other person to communicate and share freely. Thank you for creating this space.

[@silvertrees6326]

Thank you.

[@GloriaKiss-y3p]

This Show ! is truly a Holiday Season Treat . With these two lovelies, this show should have been an Hour long special, because you both came from relatible loving traditional fun living families. I could listen to you both for hours. It's mind blowing when you can put yourself in the same room with happy family vibes . These two are holiday season fun 😇😍👑🛍️🛍️ 🛍️🛍️😇😍👑 🎄🎁 ❄️ 📯 🥁 🥶

[@byraymondarturo]

"Do you think you're a human doing, instead of a human being?" yasssss

[@gretchenvieira9573]

I love this interview!

[@D-TRIL]

😎

[@cynthiafrybarger4657]

E - Leave It To Beaver G - Sixteen Candles O - Journey To The Center Of The Earth T - Peter Pan I lived on Rincon Avenue from ages 4-10 (1955-1961)

[@staceyannbarnes313]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏💯💯💯💯🇯🇲🎶

[@telikaandfam]

keep your egot flow and get jhud on the show

[@PatrinaOzurumba]

John is great but I want Kerry to interview her husband.

[@tenishajohnson9302]

❤ed this ...

[@cassandramadden1111]

KAß