Do Not Wait | Saxon Kincy | TEDxHamiltonCollege

Saxon will be speaking about fighting against his struggles through the power of hip-hop.
Saxon Kincy is an up-and-coming rapper from L.A. who has performed across the United States and Europe. Mr. Kincy started writing songs when he was homeless in 2014 and has since written hundreds, recorded thirty of them, and has released an EP called "The Perils," which garnered over 600,000 views in its first three weeks of release.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx

[@charlesmartin1430]

He killed it in rythm and flow

[@mermaidflying1297]

YES!!!! I loved him! Real, original with immense personality ! Dope Lyrics & Moves!

[@Ghyybu]

Ye

[@mikefrenchy7640]

As one of his former students... Saxon is one of the people that got me to embrace myself as an artist he helped me get to that point where i was more or less comfortable with my music and for that i thank him ... bless up dawg ill see you on top

[@adidastat1255]

Awesome u were a student he 8s sick n seems like a genuine MFr

[@janinetierney808]

why can't today's rappers be more like him

[@jermainelong1843]

"The truth is the easiest thing to remember." Profound.

[@alton7889]

This man doing TED talks too! This man out here doing the damn thing!

[@Lebogeng]

Who else is here after watching Rhythm and Flow?

[@Luka.shrekie]

Ye

[@MrsO1983]

Yoooo!!!

[@scuffz14]

I’m here after seeing him live and really seeing his vibe.

[@Avery-co2nl]

I like music about the struggle more than showing off

[@deadeyedblack2350]

I like both tbh, two sides of a coin

[@CIRCLEONE77]

Yup, it's not only less shallow but the majority of people can actually relate

[@mermaidflying1297]

Vreman ME TOO!

[@jonathancarvajal4956]

Yo I love Saxon’s story. Bro is just great human being. Shout out to rhythm and flow for getting his voice heard.

[@zacharyarledge6367]

“I didn’t want to be a burden on anyone. If anything I wanted to be a burden to myself.”

[@billiejean8980]

Damn, he did a Ted talk. Well done brother well done.

[@SuperVOVANCHO]

I've been listening to his songs for a while but never imagined he had such story behind his texts, so cool

[@Cherdleys]

beautiful

[@ThiefOfBaghdad]

ur beautiful cherdley

[@BornAgainFrancis21]

Ayyyy

[@katekatekate518]

Wow dude never expected to see you here

[@cerspence]

@@katekatekate518 cherd and sax were roommates

[@katekatekate518]

cer spence never knew.

[@danielledevitohalevy2949]

09:35 - word. And: "To understand that there is beauty in the mundane...I realised that the more personal the story, the more universal; that the more terrifying something is to say, the more impact it will have; and maybe the more resistance you have to something, the more you should pay attention to it". Real talk man, I hope to see the explosive creative flow of this mindset in the the music industry (and more)

[@dinfluence30]

Hey Danielle...That's also my favourite part..

[@dinfluence30]

Hopefully the music scene will be awesome like before:)

[@MrsO1983]

Wow! He and D Smoke have even more in common. They're both educators❤️🙏🏽💯

[@abianca8683]

Got nothing but respect for him and his struggle it made him what he is today

[@mlr975]

Crazy how relevant my man was before Rhythm and Flow. Hate that’s how he is getting the attention. At 30 he is so intelligent.

[@alijoy1721]

I'm so glad to see him on rhythm and flow and doing so well. I wish the best for him, he's lovely

[@faridahsaadat9996]

This man is such an inspiration and an outside the box thinker. His story is all about self growth and getting to know yourself at a deep level. He is so woke! Wish you much success Saxon! 💙

[@cjfrench5401]

This guy is just so pure, I found him through The Perils recently and cant stop listening to him. Very talented brother.

[@healthfuldave5207]

You are a true inspiration to all. Thank you.

[@clashpoet]

Beauty in the mundane. That's on point. God damn god damn god damn.

[@KRMR75]

Old mam saxon on ted talk. You inspire me everytime i watch somthing new on you. Thank you old man saxon for uplifting us.

[@SL-ui9dd]

The song from Old Saxon that I hum at work is Sunday Saxon, "It's gone be good, it's gon be fine, one of these days imma shout, ain't nun to worry bout," it's like finding this part of my heart, being sung to me, this humility and faith in tomorrow. And he makes me feel like hip hop isn't corny, one sided, and detrimental.

[@swampbillies1776]

I work 100 hours a week in the oilfield Money's good ,but I have no life I sleep in my truck and I feel this dude

[@luminousdreamer191]

Lemme borrow 5 dollars

[@stuntress22]

Gifted Lyricist lol

[@MDOOMBot]

How do I apply?

[@saifskyline]

Man you will regret that someday. Life is priceless, you can't buy another second to add to your life!

[@matheusazevedoC]

man, this is 14h a day. if u work everyday. that's bad for u bro. nobody should work more than 40 a week!!

[@josht9518]

Awesome inspirational talk Old Man. If you're still having problems with your students who won't talk about their own stories, assign them to talk about someone else's. Sometimes, remembering and sharing a hard story of someone you love brings you in touch with your own.

[@life1012]

Pure inspiration

[@rodjilius]

I didnt realize how much exposure hes gotten before rhythm and flow.. dude is an amazing guy

[@bryceclark920]

Yo, I did the same thing. I quit my job and started living in my car to have a change of perspective. My change in lifestyle has been so great. You learn a lot about the inessentials that take up so much of your attention and time. I'm thankful.

[@ashyz87]

Profoundly smart man telling a story that needs to be heard.

[@samahabdulhamid2559]

pure love and honesty

[@cheerology]

Cousin. I'm so proud of you!

[@marcofujimoto]

Man, I hate that they put him and D Smoke against each other in the battle. Old Man Saxon had some of my fav verses on the entire show. I would've loved to see what he would have done in the later rounds

[@HeidiSvenson]

Once again, you have inspired me (and countless thousands of millions of others, too, I am sure). I am a fan ever since "R + F" and the documentary about your year living in the car. I love your music, your originality, your heart. I have been bingeing on Old Man Saxon everything since the day I found out you existed. The world needs more souls like you. I can't help but gush. You make me happy. You lift my spirits. I am clinically depressed and suicidal. Nothing and no one has lifted my spirits in I don't know how long. It isn't one song or a particular phrase you say - it is the truth that emanates from you. As corny as that sounds. In fact, get ready to gag, you have inspired me to not only stay alive but my new goal is to do a TED talk myself. (Which may or may not be an acceptable idea, LOL). But, hey, doesn't hurt to try! Lord knows I have some pretty scary, but I think, relatable truth to share. Bless you, Saxon. You have no idea the gift you have and the gift you give us all.

[@oldmansaxon1]

You are amazing!!

[@MileHighMinute]

Great video

[@barry_shitpeas5370]

Saxon talking that real ish. I'm a big fan of your work brother, keep getting it man. Peace to you and yours

[@victorcardoso4504]

Love his story his vibe and his flow keep killin it old man 🔥🔥🔥

[@ChristopherRichardWhoopi]

I love you Saxon

[@oldmansaxon1]

No...I love you

[@louishuntsman6257]

Aweee... hey thanks for your story sir. It can only go up from here right? Just dont give up and next time you start to fail then reach out and ask for help. You would be amazed the people that would be willing to help you if you are helping yourself.

[@72PSI]

This is one seriously awesome human.... PEACE

[@tramp.gutter]

Amazing

[@Drsturdivantmdb]

Oh that’s him!! From Rhythm and Flow.

[@AliceDymally]

Fascinating human and artist! Thanks for sharing!

[@ranikawoodard1836]

Very inspirational.

[@melissavilla9653]

I learned about him after Rhythm and Flow. Thank you for sharing your trials with the public🙌 you're going places young man👍

[@Micoolaw]

Was sitting here waiting on whether I should make a video today or tomorrow. Then this video pops up. Thanks for helping me make my decision.

[@csd128]

That was sublime.

[@DKCarlidon]

Fantastic TED talk, Saxon packs so much into a 11min speech

[@fucknut8856]

He need to be a actor he got it I would def see a movie if he’s in it if he’s good

[@handsmcneil]

Most underrated mc.

[@natanletthem]

Now, this is what I'm talking about. Keep speaking the truth brother. I actually felt that was genuine.

[@wparker8298]

Rythm and flow was a great start for alot of people! I hope it works for this one, he was one of my favorites

[@kayin4o8]

Just wanna go..........................home...........

[@rebeccasmith2528]

Wow, thank you for sharing your insight with the world.

[@KeikoKeepSmiling]

One of a kind.

[@EnclaveDesigns]

You deserved to win rhythm and flow, true inspiration brother!

[@1natVson1NATIVESON]

💪🏾🖤✊🏾 RESPECT ⚔️ HONOR !!!

[@NicoSantanaMusic]

Much love. This was really insightful. Thanks for the courage to share your story!

[@samgills5703]

Keep growing.

[@TheWriter86]

Really good speech. Thanks for sharing your story man

[@sambridges4670]

I knew of him before I knew of him. It's weird to come back to older things with new context.

[@TheRAH1]

I ❤️ Old Man Saxon.

[@itsmekiaratee]

This was amazing!!! Thanks for sharing.

[@bubalove8357]

I wish you were my professor lol I'd always be on time for class.

[@siyamehlo7726]

Broooo!

[@JedPayne]

Thank you ✅❤️

[@marqueematthews4949]

This Dude Roasted D-Smoke! I like bout these Guys, but I got Much Respect for Old Man Saxon

[@Mike50Hudson]

Dope.

[@numsiskit]

Great talk! It's strange to think about where rap comes from. It's also strange to think about where rock (not rock-n-roll, but rock) comes from, which is kind of nowhere near where it started (the blues).

[@earthsky2336]

Wow I need to take his class

[@FreshBarn]

I remember when the perils first came out I was dish washing for a place and played it in the kitchen over the speaker and needless to say people thought he was fire

[@1bassman2007]

Awesome job, Saxon! Congratulations!

[@Marquislavelle]

Really good ted talk

[@PabloS991]

Awsome! Lots of ideas and lots of lessons

[@sevenkali]

💯

[@peterlinus2050]

dang, how does this video only have 733 views?! people are sheep -.-

[@PvtLu]

Peter Linus Peter Linus I know I hate how such an amazing artist isn't getting the attention he deserves. Currently there is like 1.5k views and this KZbin channel is about to hit 8 mil! Ugh he deserves so much more he's so talented. It sucks people can be so blind.

[@maniacadikilla]

@@PvtLu man right now he got 20k views and the channel got close to 22 mil subs... yep peeps are sheep afterall

[@hypebeastdad]

I worked in video games from 2008 till 2012 that job was dope but exhausting

[@tanisha_tlc]

❤

[@BungSpoot]

hes right

[@dcrump]

💯💯🏆‼️

[@amethyst5393]

WTF, wow! Brother was super intelligent

[@wesleyLucas]

my Brains blown like Kennedy Old Man Saxon for president!!!!

[@amethyst5393]

I been hearing about the homeless situation in California, sad! Anybody know why? Is it the lack of jobs, housing,?

[@MelanatedBeing]

MJ Mo3 I slept in my car for about 2 years. The housing is expensive, in my experience I was going through something mentally though. The profile photo I have is from 2013 and I was homeless, employed with benefits. I had to go through something. Now I manage 30 properties in downtown LA and on the verge of being a firefighter.

[@karlyazbeck100]

Boss

[@homelessEh]

i want to listin to a broke rapper! cuz at least then the investment is noted and apreciated, like a sip of water to a dying of thirst man is way more valuable then a sip of water to a man afloat in a pool..

[@LoLowBeatz]

Bro first minute sounds like me 2016-2018

[@fredano5557]

Who’s here from rhythm and flow?

[@snapple8255]

0 dislikes thank you

[@homelessEh]

THATS what it is its like hes hybridized hiphop with folk urbanfolkhop... lol

[@justnder]

:j ty

[@KamaalTheGoat]

Why tf do Old Man Saxon gota Ted Talk

[@sirsoos3546]

*clicks watch later*

[@theboywhocriedswag]

dude we literally almost have the same story.

[@marcusgraham812]

yeah sure

[@Jrock420blam]

Can't believe he's not a huge Eminem fan just about all he sings about is real life.

[@apex9580]

Jrock420blam Bro Eminem raps about shoving a gerbil up his ass and rape

[@josht9518]

Apex That's what he said. : ^ )

[@maxj02]

I guess he's talking about songs like When I'm Gone when he talks about his life with hailie or Brain Damage when he talks about how he was bullied as kid

[@Mac-eg5fv]

Eminem is extremely overrated.

[@marcusgraham812]

dat hairline doe

[@marcusgraham812]

i do like your music