How This Nickelodeon Star Became Drake's Secret Weapon (Leon Thomas III)

[@FargoTheFed]

THANKS FOR THE LOVE🤍

[@1RAVENSFLOCK2]

Your welcome 🤍

[@jeffy_lance3818]

Loved the video man 👍

[@lakeishaknight1740]

Leon Thomas the third is so fine and talented love everything about him 💋♥️

[@marinmara6971]

Fucking fake ass Patrick cc

[@diegoandrade8109]

Hey what’s the song in the background called at 0:51

[@idky2685]

It’s a shame most people only know him for his role in victorious because he’s one of the most talented artists out there today

[@FargoTheFed]

Facts

[@HereToChillForever]

August Rush aswell

[@10shadowstq]

Naw bro got recognition in the black community fr

[@dorenjackson1166]

I remember watching victorious back in the day & he was nice

[@Onechance_ngl]

Super talented! I love to see his growth. Been watching his work since forever.

[@kameronwak]

Craziest thing about Leon is that he's only 28. I cant wait to see what more he does in the future🙌🏾

[@FargoTheFed]

Brooo it’s crazy🔥

[@SSW.]

Wtf I did not know that , that nigga is still mad young

[@xenn5715]

@@SSW. fr

[@bongowrld]

He has a song called x rated i personally love it

[@FargoTheFed]

It’s a great song

[@marvelmaniacs1]

And a year later this man has now worked with SZA has been recognized for how great of a singer he is after doing a cover for one of her songs and also produced that same song and literally won a Grammy. I hope he he continues to succeed in life because he's genuinely great at what he does.

[@malik.powers]

Bro wrote EVERY song on the backyardigans!!!! Think about that

[@kaiongod]

WE ARE BACKYARD FRIENDS THE BACKYARDDDDIGANSSSS

[@LostInTransition7]

Fr? Lol

[@GeminiJo]

What??? Awesome

[@rasheemthebestfirstone3274]

Damn

[@ParisTheGreat]

Castaway's! We are Castaway's! Ahoy there! Ahoy! 😩

[@solarsavingallyear6346]

Leon is a genuine dude. I played under study for him on broadway two decades ago in “Caroline or Change”. I know him and his family personally he’s the same in real life. Glad to see he’s getting the recognition he deserves after all these years.

[@uptownsfinest1598]

when he was 8 ?

[@foreverpringle]

He was a genuine kid?

[@epiccc7557]

I don’t understand… you played understudy for him when he was 8 or 9?

[@flameshoes8795]

@@epiccc7557 you know ppl be lying they just be saying something lol

[@JustSomeRandomBurger]

@@uptownsfinest1598 😂

[@Colbions]

bro def a legend and arguably top 3 cast members of victorious

[@FargoTheFed]

Ong he top 1🔥

[@charleswatson8639]

@@FargoTheFed fax he’s the main reason I go back to the show

[@protectyaneck8017]

Number 1

[@MysticSayian]

Top 2 and he ain’t two.

[@SAINTxSZN]

Andre Rex Cat Jade Victoria

[@allthingslexi6046]

It’s so cool to see one of my childhood crushes go from his side character role on a Nickelodeon show to writing and producing music for other people and himself. So proud of you Leon! 💕

[@kaledoublescope]

Shoot ur shot

[@jackieroberts2625]

Oh my god, yes, I loved him in victorious, he's literally the only consistently funny and unproblematic character

[@jairusjackson7799]

Tell me about it, I never had a crush. But I always admired him, and I'm really proud of how he turned out

[@kaitlinmrtnz]

I went to school with Leon and he is just as amazing as you imagine him to be, we were in the band together and he was an amazing percussionist and saxophone player. The coolest guy ever. So proud of his success ❤ you go Leon !!!

[@justlovefoodssmoore241]

Hey Kaitlin 😂❤I agree we all was in a band together this peanut lol but yes I’m so happy for him 😊 I remember he showed me how to be a better drummer 🥁 I told him he would make it far he way multi-talented ❤ and his energy is unmatched so down to earth and brilliant and very polite well mannered and respectful. Congratulations Leon xoxoxo 293 we never forget the GREAT TIMES 🥹❤️❤️❤️🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾🍀😘😘😘

[@kaitlinmrtnz]

@@justlovefoodssmoore241 hi penuttttt ❤️❤️❤️

[@darrylwallace2428]

He’s accomplished alot since his days on Nick, and I still listen to songs he sung on both Victorious, and the Backyardigans. He’s incredibly talented, and I hope he drops more music as time goes on.

[@laurenmcelrath896]

I know bro a nice artist but still listening to music made for small children is crazy 😮

[@darrylwallace2428]

@@laurenmcelrath896 There’s nothing wrong with going back and listening to songs that helped shaped different years of your life. I was kid when he sung songs for the Backyardigans, a teenager when he sung songs for Victorious, and now an adult listening to songs he made as a solo artist, and won a grammy for. The only thing crazy is how so many of us late 90’s kids were blessed to grow with and follow Leon along his journey. What’s a shame however is posting an ignorant response to a comment trying to praise someone else for their hard work. Find something better to do with your time.

[@daylinjones7194]

I literally started watching Victorious bc I was a fan of Leon from August Rush. This man is pure talent.

[@FargoTheFed]

Frr

[@spacecadetspodcast3883]

His role in August rush was amazing that whole movie was inspirational

[@noahbtwofouronethree3225]

For sure. Never thought of him as a nick star, but more of a talented young musician/actor who nick just happened to get on a couple of their shows. But yeah I first saw him in august rush as well. Him and that movie are both really big reasons why I started playing guitar.

[@jhdagreat1673]

Best Character on the show hands down. 🙌🏾 💯🔥

[@tori73]

Thank you for sharing Leon's success. I didn't know he was still making moves behind the scenes. I want to see more acting and music from him.

[@mordakie3805]

Leon has been talented ever since he was a kid ..I’m happy his career as been prosperous

[@1RAVENSFLOCK2]

Leon was apart of my childhood 🔥🔥

[@FargoTheFed]

Ong💯

[@MJJKOP2]

Leon Thomas also did the vocals of Bobby Brown in the BET biopics for Bobby and New Edition (2016-2018).

[@yeemawheaver1387]

I'm happy for the bag, but they could have had him voice a better singer from the band.

[@jamesb.3869]

@@yeemawheaver1387how his singing voice was similar to woody mcclain singing voice who played Bobby brown. Woody needed a little help on a lot singing parts because every other actor that play group member with lead vocals had vocal training. Woody did not, he was back dancer for people like Chris brown and brandy which helped him get the role. Woody also the dancing double for the Bobby brown actor on the lifetime Whitney movie. Bobby was the best vocals out of the original 5 until after bobby got kicked out and Johnny gill joined. Bobby was a great vocalist in his prime, there is a reason why Bobby is the only one out of new edition with an album that has sold over 10 million copies worldwide. Don’t disrespect, Ricky bell vocals didn’t get better until after Bobby left the group. Ricky has the least stage presence out of anyone in the group or was less enthusiastic on the records which is why he got less singing parts in the beginning. I don’t know about you, but Johnny gill is very annoying at times when he sings because he over does it quite often with no finesse. When I watched that mtv reunion performance of NE, I always skip Johnny Gill solo performance because he was growling the entire time. However he is still the best vocalist in the group

[@yeemawheaver1387]

@@jamesb.3869 Ok, i just don't think bobby can sing well as most people do. Bobby got in the group because he could dance and was not lead. I was saying Leon was too good at singing to voice Bobby and I'm going to leave all this at that.

[@jamesb.3869]

@@yeemawheaver1387 that’s not true bobby and Mike bivins started the group. Mainly bobby brought the group together, this is even stated in the New edition movie. Bobby has sung lead on multiple NE songs, especially before he left. The first song New Edition recorded was Jealous girl, which is him singing lead and Ralph doing the bridge. Did Bobby being an amazing dancer help yes, but you can’t be given the ability to sing lead on multiple songs in a group without being at least being a solid vocalist.

[@yeemawheaver1387]

@@jamesb.3869 Ok ok, let's leave it alone

[@chriscash119]

Leon has literally ghost written for some of the biggest artists out now

[@has3219]

Every producer is listed as a writer as well doesn’t mean they actually wrote anything

[@bernielarson34]

Best thing about Leon to me is his humility

[@snickerz0]

He was one of my favorite characters in Victorious Thanks for keeping me up to date on what he is doing now

[@FargoTheFed]

Thanks for watching! He was definitely one of my favorites as well🔥

[@Najobajo]

This is great. Very few black men made it out of nickelodeon with success, and without controversy.

[@FargoTheFed]

He’s doing his thing!

[@Supremegenus]

Was an honor and privilege to meet and kick it with dude and Ty for weeks here in Florence, Italy. What a human being. Super humble.

[@FargoTheFed]

He seems like it. Deserves all the success!

[@Supremegenus]

Can't wait to see how the new Ye & Ty joint album will sound like.

[@Supremegenus]

@@FargoTheFed he literally would walk around the streets here and nobody knew who he was. He loved it here.

[@doublahh]

I'm glad I click onto this video. I only knew of him through the show as being the "Token Black Guy" on another corporate TV show to represent ethnicity, but ultimately playing the background character every season. It's good to see that he actually has real talent that isn't controlled by the industry.

[@itzessy2994]

my favorite song of Leon Thomas is “Favorite” that song got me bopping to this day

[@hghrmnds816]

Dude isn’t an artist, more a writer. He where he need to be.

[@superdopesamples]

I forgot about this man 😂 Crazy how talented that cast in Victorious was

[@emekao502]

Glad to see him doing well and having success. We know what child stardom does to kids when they grow up.

[@OfficiallyRonny]

The consistency is inspirational. And the fact that you don’t have a team yet is just crazy. Keep it up fargo🔥

[@FargoTheFed]

Appreciate the words my guy🙏🏽. When I get a team it’s a WRAP

[@feiwnakausvkaxbdkebkswowbq8331]

He’s the person who inspired me to get into acting and music. I never really saw main characters on Nick that were black before him.

[@FargoTheFed]

Tien broke the 4th wall😭

[@davidturnerjr.6477]

Um…Nick Cannon …ever heard of him ?…lol

[@feiwnakausvkaxbdkebkswowbq8331]

@@davidturnerjr.6477 I was too young to remember Kenan and Kel and all that, But I remember victorious and ICarly. Also a tiny bit of drake and josh.

[@nextbigthing2917]

@@davidturnerjr.6477 ewww

[@dayadam16]

That's so raven? Orlando brown before the drugs.

[@ItsMickey]

Thank you for making this! I've loved his voice since his first Christmas album and he randomly popped into my head. Had no idea he did so much since then.

[@CrescentofGems]

I heard of him first from when I watched "August Rush." Such a good movie, and his part was so sweet. His voice, angelic, and personality shines!

[@YESIRSKII._.]

Broo he was the best in the show he was such a vibe

[@FargoTheFed]

Ongg🔥

[@Mel-so2rw]

He is so adorable. Still looks the same, just more facial hair 😭😂 So happy he’s getting his W, and recognition he deserves. He was destined for greatness! 🙌

[@unnoticed]

Leon was without a doubt the best and most talented on there and I still think that to this day with occasional rewatches

[@dorenjackson1166]

He co-produced Stoney & Gold roses. Timeless music to me, he’s reaching legendary status

[@FargoTheFed]

Yup!🔥

[@mutushima1]

Bro has the best vocals ever and that’s true people only knows him from icarly and from victorious but he’s music goes crazy

[@FargoTheFed]

He’s a goat🔥

[@LamarTheeDean]

I’ve really missed him. I miss victorious.

[@OnlySteph26]

He signed to Ty dolla sign 👀 he finna TAKE OFF 💪🏾🔥 Nothin but the best for him!!

[@FargoTheFed]

YESSIRR

[@honestlyalyse]

love him and his talent, sending good energy and vibrations his way

[@evacapri9769]

The first song he was singing is the first song I heard of him and payed attention to his vocals. Absolutely fell in love with his voice ❤

[@respectfullyplug3566]

A lot of people didn’t even know he produced on clb I seen it before I was like ‘’ dats Andre from victorious who produced this’’ 😭 W vid bro

[@FargoTheFed]

Appreciate you bro 💯

[@OnlySteph26]

There’s a reason why “Love All” is my favorite track from that album 🔥🔥

[@omggeli2622]

Bro deserves a W award fr

[@FargoTheFed]

Frrr

[@deconstruct.with.raejene]

I absolutely love him! He’s so talented musically and lyrically, can’t wait for the album ❤

[@SSW.]

Fire ass video🔥it’s actually crazy how much he elevated from victorious it shows he had to his career than just being a Nick star

[@FargoTheFed]

Thanks my boy💪🏾

[@kameronwak]

The editing in this video is satisfying asf😭every edit looked smooth🔥

[@FargoTheFed]

Appreciate you brodie I worked hard🔥

[@OgreDLink]

He was my favorite on victorious. Seemed like most of that cast made it out ok honestly.

[@djenkins39]

Great video. Happy to hear of Leon's continued success.

[@lawrencebello6177]

Watching this on March 11th 2023. This is so dope , I grew up on the Backyardigans and Victorious, crazy how talented he is.

[@becool3637]

That's what's up. He was Tyrone in Backyardigans. My kids know him well. Bless up!!

[@lokolos8598]

What was the background music around 5:52 ? It gave me YuyuHakusho vibes

[@AxelFoley-sb5re]

One could argue he’s had the best post career out of all his cast mates from victorious! I love Ariana but she hasn’t had the career he has that’s great man!!!

[@FargoTheFed]

Honestly Ariana is a product of the machine. I doubt she really worked that that hard but respect to her

[@AxelFoley-sb5re]

@@FargoTheFed nah she got pipes now! One of the better voices of this generation in my opinion. She is a product but I think she has talent.

[@VonSly]

Nah Ariana is a mega star

[@Lu-ml3qf]

I'm so glad I came across this. He's has amazing talent 👏🏿 as for Victorious the show. My son was obsessed 😩. So wonderful to see, he's continuing to grow. So many get parked on a shelf. ❤️💛💚

[@winettethomas7642]

I loved his work on Victorious. I was looking forward to his music career. He has the talent to go international♥️♥️♥️

[@rhyanjackson4223]

I knew he was behind the scenes, but sheesh love to hear about how talented someone REALLY is. Wish nothin but infinite success and blessings ✌🏾

[@cimilienp]

I remember homie singing yes we can with NBB , since then had nothing but straight up love for dude and hope homie gets even more opportunities

[@thorn2874]

you always talk about other people but I cant wait to see what you have in store for your future all love man

[@FargoTheFed]

Appreciate you man! I work hard🙏🏽 When you first start KZbin nobody cares about you personally outside of a select few so that means a lot💯

[@thorn2874]

@@FargoTheFed no prob always got to spread the love keep going dont give up

[@FargoTheFed]

Gotchu🙌🏽

[@1missshay92]

Never seen Victorious .First time seeing him was on August Rush! LOVED his voice❤

[@winettethomas7642]

I'm glad to see he's still in the game👏🏾👏🏾 gonna listen to some of his music now♥️♥️

[@daralee3186]

He was always my favorite one on the show and I knew he would be great.

[@murppyisdurppy1816]

wow this video is blowing up agian. Keep going JBM

[@FargoTheFed]

Yup! Going crazy☺️

[@user-fx8nb3cl8u]

Salute this young black king for all he has been thru and seen and accomplished 🙌 🙏 💯 he didn't let the industry make him crazy like all the others before and after him

[@MakaykayLAMB]

He never faded from my mind. I still listen to his music. The breaking point is my favorite song

[@dejenaelatrice9364]

Loved him on Victorious and his Naked Brother Band Appearance… he’s literally one of my childhood crushes 💜🙃 so glad to see his still doing and aging very well.

[@Jamsteo]

This legit makes me wanna rewatch victorious dude but man he was my favorite character in the show NOT BECAUSE HES BLACK but becuz he was funny and I'm honestly proud dude's still successful

[@FargoTheFed]

Facts I rewatched a few moments💯

[@alexanderjackson8389]

He's my favorite character because he's black

[@thelegacyofgaming2928]

@@alexanderjackson8389 ok

[@Qu323azY-YT]

He's grown alot since nickelodeon fr but this was a dope video bro 🔥💯

[@FargoTheFed]

Thanks brodiee

[@smoochesszzable]

I swear he sings and my heart melts every time since the first time

[@zayurh]

Aye bro keep dropping these bangers ‼️ The consistency is insane

[@FargoTheFed]

Always 🔥💪🏾

[@samurai4222]

Wargo the goat back at it🔥

[@FargoTheFed]

YKTV🔥

[@rasheemthebestfirstone3274]

Great video wish you more success, also he was one of my favorites on the show maybe the most

[@FargoTheFed]

Thanks!

[@hoodie_bron]

Bro I swear the backyardigans had every child actor 😭

[@HeidiAtuafulMJ]

I wanna see him in a movie!!! A show even!! An album too LMAOOOO he’s so talented!!

[@kjscontent2696]

I enjoy these videos a lot Fargo keep it up❤️❤️🙏 The fact your consistent makes is even better

[@FargoTheFed]

Appreciate you dawg it’s NO STOPPING 🔥

[@kjscontent2696]

@@FargoTheFed can’t wait!💯

[@BigManJayTee]

“I really wish that I could write the next line. My favorite letter’s J. Tuna fish filet, I’m gonna wash my dog with some blue shampoo.” - Leon Thomas III

[@tyleayclips]

Haven’t watch it yet but I know it’s a W video, love seeing a Fargo upload ❤️

[@FargoTheFed]

Appreciate you dawg🙏🏽❤️

[@Knight93King]

Thanks for the info, this is nuts.

[@FargoTheFed]

No problem!

[@mychannel8809]

I knew he was talented I didn’t realize he was THAT talented!! His singing voice reminds me a lot of neyo

[@lowkeykkim]

Coincidentally, I stumbled across his music the other day and I’ve been having it on repeat 🔁 He’s beyond talented, I hope more people recognize him as an amazing artist rather than just a tv star

[@aaliyahcoly9]

😍 this man has been my crush since victorious 😩

[@artistichiphop]

Great video bro! Been following Leon for awhile, I definitely feel like he can go far with this music shit!

[@FargoTheFed]

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@hidden9inemm]

nah bro your vibe is tuff i can tell you’re a genuine person bruh keep up the good work 🤝🏾

[@FargoTheFed]

Appreciate you🙏🏽

[@TheYvensADarilusPodcast]

New subscriber here. Loved the video, and I decided to subscribe. Keep up the amazing content.

[@FargoTheFed]

Appreciate you!💯

[@bizzlier]

This is insane I had no idea Noah 40 produced a mixtape for him and produced Gold Roses my favorite Rick Ross song 🔥

[@LilMarc214]

My boy Andre has always been the most talented shout out to Leon mane 💯

[@jaydenn4608]

He’s so underrated but has written majority of the songs we remember from our childhoods that’s crazy talent 💯

[@clairvoyantcrypto4577]

Leon seems super cool and humble

[@devmgo9350]

bro is really talented fargo keep up with the fire content broski

[@FargoTheFed]

Appreciate you brodie👌🏽

[@JayfkProductions876]

Leon Is A True Musical Genius always been

[@SRT8CJ480]

Hell yeah that show and Leon himself molded a lot of people. He and the show are the main reason I went to a performing arts school in high-school in the first place

[@FargoTheFed]

Definitely an inspiration 💯

[@starzz_andre]

He is top tier in the show, one of my fav charaters ever and he never fails to make a good scene in the ahow

[@HunchoBull]

W video Mr. Fargo you been going crazy

[@FargoTheFed]

W support Hunchovy Bullworth

[@melissajames2631]

From August Rush to Drake. I always wondered what happened too him. Wish you many more great ventures and success.

[@Phantom1400_]

His album he dropped was a masterpiece

[@therealdg4458]

This my dawg from august rush!!!💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@jesusshuttlesworth8231]

Great 👍🏾 job This vid was needed

[@FargoTheFed]

Thanks!

[@TrapiWarbucks]

This man has worked for so manyyyyy artists he’s more than “drake’s secret weapon”

[@thatmandj593]

This is super dope!

[@jordanglasper1064]

Wow, sending all the love positivity and success. Just subscribed notifications bell on!!!

[@IansGame]

I gotchu with the support brother!

[@FargoTheFed]

Thanks!!

[@porterval]

He should be doing way more... One of my favorite songs by him is "Moving on." Great song in my opinion. Or "Sunkin Place."

[@Hitchmobb]

Haven't even watched this video yet, but ik it's great content !

[@FargoTheFed]

Appreciate you!

[@bankwayp123]

I wish him nothing but the best he been had talent and happy his using his fame for positivity that’s real !!

[@elizabethhenson7589]

My dear Leon…am just proud of your achievements..accomplishments and most of all your talent…keep on keeping on…the sky’s the limit…you are well grounded…much love to you…❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🤗🥰🥰🗝🗝🗝🔥🔥🔥💯💯💯