Fans Grill Louis Tomlinson on the Meaning of "369" | RS Daily Show

On the eve of the release of his sophomore album, 'Faith in the Future,' UK-singer Louis Tomlinson appeared on the Rolling Stone Daily Show, sitting down with host Jon Weigell to discuss the creation of the album, touring as a solo artist, and *most importantly* the secret behind "369."
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[@Sunshine-rx2ub]

He's so articulate. It's always insightful to hear him talk about music

[@belle4652]

You took the words out of my mouth. He's so right out intelligent and flows with any question thrown at him.... am so proud of all his composure throughout the promo nightmare.

[@mama..1591]

about everything actually, his voice is peacefully

[@theharshtruthoutthere]

@@mama..1591 Souls, remember this verse: 2 Timothy 3:16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: Which clears out the question(complains) that bible is man written, IT IS NOT. Our sinful nature allows not to write any which were written into the bible. Nor can any man see future, unless GOD has given him visions. Joel 2:28 And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions: Acts 2:17 And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith God, I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams: Galatians 3:22 But the scripture hath concluded all under sin, that the promise by faith of Jesus Christ might be given to them that believe. Galatians 3:8 And the scripture, foreseeing that God would justify the heathen through faith, preached before the gospel unto Abraham, saying, In thee shall all nations be blessed.

[@louisea6109]

Louis is the dude! Humble talented fun and genuine in so many ways! Started at 18 yrs old. Today on his own for real and killing it! Love this album xxx

[@adrianaavila8853]

I I is right and now he’s 30 like what the heck. ☺️ I love him

[@jade6422]

He's 31 soon.. What

[@idarothschild9267]

hes 32 now 🫠@@jade6422

[@nourh.1013]

IDK how he balances being so naturally funny with being so eloquent and introspective but he does.

[@adrianaavila8853]

Love this interviewer. That guy rocks. Kept the pace well, engaging in eye contact with Louis and well thought out. Bravo

[@valentinalupien2245]

I was thinking the same thing

[@user-xv3bl4xl6t]

Yes, a really good interviewer. Intelligent, chill and emotionally attuned. ❤

[@Sunshine-rx2ub]

I loved this interview. The interviewer asked the right questions and no unnecessary ones thankfully. Btw,the interviewer is so smiley i like it

[@virgoception]

this man is so well-spoken i say it all the time but he is so good at communicating his opinions and feelings

[@neptunians]

he knows his fanbase very well, just like his fans know him and the industry. it is a very balanced game between them. He is very honet and articulative about his feelings and ideas, which makes him so relatable, very likeable as a human being.. He is an intellectual and has grown so much. Really really love his music and voice, always been my favorite member of One Direction. He is the only band member that I am still listening to. See you on tour again Louis, take care, we love you x

[@MaggieAz602]

As a 60 year old woman I love that Louis is bringing back the punk rock pop genre I love. I fell in love with One Direction and the Larry story during the pandemic. Thankfully I support the musician now. I’m now firmly a musical fan of Louis specifically. I don’t care about what was but what is to come for Louis. The FITF album is fantastic! There are some songs on the album that already are a favorite of mine. The confidence and artistry Louis is bringing to his music is amazing. This fan will enjoy Louis’s music as long as I am here to enjoy it! I Love Louis! ❤️

[@sassie8039]

Welcome to our Fandom 🥰💕

[@MaggieAz602]

@@sassie8039 Thank you!!

[@auntiefandom]

Hello sister! I fell into this extended fandom in the lockdown too. Being older knew nothing about them and was so excited by the solo music. Then discovering there was like five seasons of their backstory to watch online 😂 great to be excited about good music for first time in a long time...

[@amulyasrinivasafaithinthef5286]

That's so sweet 😁Welcome to the fandom 🥰🥰

[@MaggieAz602]

@@amulyasrinivasafaithinthef5286 Thank you. #FITF ❤️

[@ristylinson]

how can someone be this gorgeous and talented? 😭😭

[@ristylinson]

@oBviOuSly A cOnSpIracy💙💚 #Freeharry #FITF 🤫🤫

[@valerianavarro4199]

RIRI. HI. :)))))))

[@ristylinson]

@@valerianavarro4199 HIII

[@avacados2837]

EXACTLY! Love ur channel btw riri!

[@ristylinson]

@@avacados2837 AHHH FANK YOU I LOVE YOU

[@mindfullymellow2323]

It’s been said elsewhere that Louis was the one who would go head to head with management in the 1D days. Savvy, well-spoken and confident. Deserves every success as a solo star now. New album is an absolute banger. 🎶

[@lovelylouies]

I'M SO PROUD OF HIM!! HE SLAYED SO HARD IN FAITH IN THE FUTURE 😌❤

[@TraceyTBVD]

One of the best interviews I've heard with him yet. Intelligent questions that wasn't all about one direction.

[@belle4652]

Thank you Louis for clarifying that the one direction boys aren't all terrible at interviews. Absolutely love this.

[@mercyorbit9351]

Lou has always been in great in interviews. 😄

[@emiluciahernandez8388]

Harry is terrible at interviews tho 😅😅😂😂

[@belle4652]

@@emiluciahernandez8388 just awful! 🤣🤣

[@chloealexis593]

@@emiluciahernandez8388 love him to death but he's just awful

[@leahanna2871]

True statement.

[@maryhiatt808]

Louis is so so happy lately, it is the best to see that genuine smile on his face. He is incredibly talented...God bless Lous and his love ❤️

[@leahanna2871]

I can't with how pretty this man is... he's gorgeous. And he has amazing interviews. I absolutely love listening to his point of view... The record is lyrical genius

[@shout.dance.d]

I CAN LISTEN TO LOUIS' VOICE LIKE FOREVER

[@sdkbnu1936]

his confidence man.... clearly see how much he is confident about this album and after the tour he has changed.... and i mean in positive way... he exactly know what he want and what he is expecting... great

[@belle4652]

The confidence he's exuding is so deserved. The album is amazing!!! 😍😍

[@liste302]

Questions and time stamps :) - What did touring feel like when you already had FITF finished but couldn't play the songs yet? (1:05) - How did live shows influence the writing process of FITF? (1:48) - what was in your mind while writing FITF? (2:33) - have you listened to FITF after finishing it? (3:52) - do you write songs on a daily basis/when do you write? (4:20) - how much have you been inspired for songwriting since touring? (5:29) - live album? (6:21) - what does the album title FITF mean (to you)? (6:48) - how does Walls relate to FITF? (7:33) - who influenced you/ did you surround yourself with during the time of writing FITF? (9:15) - what did a day of songwriting look like? (10:15) - where/how does songwriting start for you? (11:46) - why were the singles chosen as singles? (12:46) - does FITF have any easter eggs/hidden meanings? (13:37) - from the retrospective, have you ever desired to change sth about your earlier solo music? (14:25) - does Freddie enjoy your music and what does he think about your job? (15:20) - how did your confidence change over time? (16:36) - What does 369 mean? (17:45) - what runs through your head before you perform? (18:05) - what does success mean/look like to you? (20:26) - what active artists do you currently like? (21:50) - what are your thoughts about performing in NYC tomorrow? (22:56)

[@serenasmithh]

Thank you so much! ❤

[@strangegiraffe]

Thank you!!!!❤

[@uai-anchow98]

TQSM! I came here for the 369 meaning T^T

[@here2_fangirl]

Thanks

[@FruitManxSmolBean]

@@uai-anchow98 Literally me xD

[@louis.louie28]

He's so beautiful! 💙

[@sarafranciscasamaraeecarra6980]

He is so proud of Freddie. I love it so much, the way he talks about him is filled with so much love ❤‍🩹

[@inasselou]

who else gets lost in his face when he's talking? he's so dreamy !!❤

[@friederike.]

"yeah cus you know, it´s important, especially because when you´re writing about life experience a lot of the time and you know you have to go and experience life to be able to write about that." - genius

[@mariascarlett91]

I just love him. His smile and accent is everything

[@DianaChudova]

RS: Louis talks about the meaning of 369! LT about 369: I won’t tell you shit 😂

[@vashmahtehreem1689]

He's so well spoken! I love listening to his interviews.

[@jamiem8345]

To hear him say he really likes to listen to this album made me so happy just now.

[@romiijoe]

Loveyouu unconditionally, Lou! So proud of you always!! Faith In The Future is a masterpiece. Hope to see you perform live in the future. 💋

[@masakoegbert9222]

In this interview, Tommo was so honest so it’s a good opportunity to see how he writes his songs with his full heart❤. And he looks so cute🥰.

[@speedjackson9580]

Louis your album is amazing💙💙💙

[@nonsikelelosibiya152]

Yesssssir!!

[@magalipearl7]

I could stay here listening to Lou for a longer time, there is always a lot one can take from what he says. He is thoughtful a delicate relationship with music and I do love music. So amazed by the new album still Walls is dear to me too. Way to go, one of the best.

[@linadia2291]

We let Louis to do whatever he wants musically because we love to hear whatever he has to say. We love his honesty which seems to be rare these days. And if we were to dictate what kind of music he writes he couldn't be honest right? We are a family and family loves and supports each other no matter what.

[@monikawilhelm3101]

He is so humble and friendly.

[@belle4652]

🎶WE MADE IT, UNDERESTIMATED!!! 🎶

[@Rose1d]

FAITH IN THE FUTURE IS EVERYTHING ALL 16 SONGS ARE FUCKING BANGERS

[@fionaknox1991]

I’m very impressed with Louis articulation, for a young man he seems to have his head screwed on. Really great job Louis, now just find real happiness with openness and honesty. I wish you nothing but the best.❤

[@harryr5785]

WHAT A BEAUTIFUL INTERVIEW WITHOUT UNNECESSARY QUESTIONS, kudos to the interviewer ❤️

[@norwegianwood7564]

His album is my favorite in YEARS....and his show was sooooo good . Love to @LouisTomlinson

[@edith4088]

This is geniuinly one of the best interviews with louis! The interviewer was great, the set up looked nice and the questions were great and interesting!

[@belshirom404]

OMG !! Louis Tomlinson is so cool. Love the album.

[@judyali178]

he is such an inspiration for all of us💙

[@taraqueen58]

Both his albums are no skip tracks. He really connects with his fans (who are the best and most loyal in the world) I'll be going to see him in Sheffield Nov 10th 2023 love him.

[@Sunshine-rx2ub]

Have the best time ❤

[@norwegianwood7564]

IT WILL BE GREAT. I have seen him in Hamburg...wow- it was louuuuud 😁

[@lorenanieri669]

i just love him so much

[@sharonturnbull3843]

When I hear him speak I want so badly to say REPEAT! ❤

[@apurva_1802]

He worked so hard for this!! Lou, I'm so proud of him❤💖

[@rhampton10]

Love how he admitted to relaying his messages metaphorically and confirming that you detectives are pretty good at figuring it out!

[@catgoatfoxlover]

He's so beautiful

[@hereiamaliveyetagain]

About Easter eggs Lou: " Some kind of code, that the fans would have to decipher, and they're pretty good at it."

[@charityfernandez65]

So much proud of my Louis, his new album is great, I'm amazed...

[@NikkiScriccioLou]

Why I can't get my eyes off his hands? I watched this video once and I didn't understand a word, cause I focused on his hands. Now I watch it one more time and I'll pay attention to Lou's words.

[@LarryHaylik]

Same😭

[@NikkiScriccioLou]

@@LarryHaylik So you also have the same disease as me? The obsession with Louis' hands? The only cure is to observe them endlessly 🇮🇹

[@Sunshine-rx2ub]

For me it's his eyes

[@adrianaavila8853]

Lol for me it’s the hair tucked in by his left ear. 😅😅😅 he’s so handsome

[@Sunshine-rx2ub]

@@adrianaavila8853 everything about him is so 🥲

[@maryjobush9431]

this guy is a good interviewer - how refreshing

[@chronic_bronchitis]

His music is so good

[@therossieross]

This album is awesome and the way he talks, ah always a pleasure to listen to him

[@VerifiedDirectioner.]

I just listened to “Saved By A Stranger” and fuck I’m so happy he’s here.

[@sdkbnu1936]

to the interviewer... dear you did a good job here... how stick to him and topic related to him only.... i love how you allow him to speak openly... thanks buddy

[@aannaa152]

i am so proud of him and I love faith in the future so so much

[@lonelshaughnessy9078]

Love him he is so good and really getting to be himself

[@sanne28x]

he’s my favorite person in the entire universe. ❤

[@boodarknes]

His gray hair, my God I love him so much.

[@davegamer101legend4]

Mr Louis Tomlinson, you Legend. 🔥❤️🥰

[@Carit91]

The best singer 💙

[@kathihjelmstad5026]

Such a rare talent!❤

[@ladyboss4058]

Lou im so happy for u 😢😢👏👏 ❤️

[@leticiawanderley__]

we love you lou 🇧🇷❤️

[@3Castn]

No me canso de decir la hermosa voz que tiene ❤️

[@avacados2837]

Same. The entire time I've been thinking how soothing and relaxing his voice is.

[@jamiem8345]

And just hearing him talking about faith in the future with so much love is enough for me to move on from walls era.

[@Anna-sk3ek]

#LouisTomlinson excellent interview

[@rhvbarb]

wow what an amazing interview thank you!

[@maydapp9239]

17:52 this is so Louis thing to do 😭😭😂😂

[@mikikiki2422]

Very nice interview Louis is lovely Congratulations to the interviewer, he is lovely as well!

[@lexTS89]

I always think he’s in a neck brace when he wears this jacket. 😭

[@virlinehonore9767]

Omg it does look like a neck brace 😂😂

[@kimwiles3678]

His voice is so calming to listen to, great interview

[@nishigandhasarma7644]

Really thought provoking interview

[@elenitaflores9996]

Thanks for having LTomlinson love FITF album

[@rachelortiz4458]

ALWAYS LOVE MY SWEET ANGEL LOU 😘 💙

[@leticia1581]

I Love him so much

[@abirahkhan287]

This man is humble 🔥

[@saturnxsara]

Proud of lou 💙

[@christinespaulding8332]

Thank you so much for not bringing up Harry much appreciated give this man credit for who he is and his talent

[@user-gu5oi5gn1r]

I could listen to him all night, hes so calm and loves what he does

[@rosieposie0426]

Love Faith In The Future

[@ingridmadrigal5619]

Good interview, god questions about your album, carrier. L has a lot of talent

[@lauramoraes3131]

love you lou

[@Bea-ex1yf]

sometimes he looks so tired/ sad...somehow sobered by life...

[@MrAarveegee]

He so 🔥🔥

[@directionerLouie]

Hermosa voz mi rey estoy tan orgullosa de ti 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@sena-bb1bo]

love him so much

[@ItzMxddy]

6:23 Not me watching this like a week after Louis released his live album-

[@aannaa152]

Love him

[@adrianaavila8853]

I need to know how many songs Theo Hutchcraft from the band Hurts wrote on Louis’ album. I’m such a huge fan of both and the fact they know each other now … 🤯 😩

[@Midnightblue398]

3 songs 😊 - Saturdays - Silver Tongues - She Is Beauty We Are World Class

[@denisetetreault8017]

So proud of you

[@londonevva]

i loved the questions so much

[@kenzzie493]

watching this after he released the live album

[@debraforsythe7296]

Sorry I loved your first album and the videos they were all great it’s my favorite

[@mmantillo2011]

FITF is a great album but there's just something about WALLS that special to me, my kind of jam, lol

[@fiofeed]

Great interview! Loved the questions❤

[@mariaraitilava278]

Such a great interview! ❤

[@paltitasypiscolitas8092]

love this interview

[@paristexas13]

i really like these questions

[@gonzalezrodriguezmariaisab5436]

GRACIAS POR ESTA ENTREVISTA, ME ENCANTA LA MUSICA DE LOUIS

[@louvelvet]

loved this interviewer!!