Jacob Collier interview

Jacob about In My Room, Stevie Wonder, when jazz came into his life, being a solo act, being good enough, social media, creative process, a good song, staying true to himself.
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Video interview with the English jazz musician Jacob Collier. FaceCulture spoke with Jacob about his recently released album In My Room, the first album he ever bought, Stevie Wonder, his musical family, when jazz came into his life, being a solo act, loving harmony and rhythm, playing different instruments, learning, being good enough, social media, the creative process, a good song, growing, staying true to himself, his song Hajanga, exploring and a lot more! (09/07/16)

[@ilive4potter]

He is such an old soul. He speaks with the fluidity of all the 60s-70s artists. I want to meet him

[@HarryFontaine]

"Harmony" - Jacob Collier, 2016

[@FrancescoGuardi]

This supertalented guy makes me happy. What's best: he's a genius in music but not a freak in relation to people. I love the positive energy coming from his personality.

[@-Jumbus]

I love how genuine he is. He isn't arrogant and full of himself, but he also isn't a "sweetheart," or a super-down-to-earth "dreamboat." The only thing that motivates him is music. So much respect.

[@themusic6808]

"How long until your abilities caught up with what you had in your mind ?" "....I don't think they have yet."This is why I love this kid he's just so brilliant but even he realizes musically you'll never stop learning.

[@Gio_Panda]

True! But let's be honest. He's 23 now, and he plays with Herbie Hancock. If there's one person that can actually match what he has in his mind with skills before death it's Jacob Collier.

[@charlesunc]

This fine interview will be seen by fans in 50, perhaps 100 years - an historic insight into the mind of the creative musical genius of this era.

[@CodyDylanSewell]

Most likely that will be post Malone your thinking of lol

[@dylanfranz3985]

@@CodyDylanSewell HAH

[@guitarsinger7382]

Here you can see that he is not only an extraordinary musician but he is also a great person!

[@philiprobinson9028]

Such a mature, unpretentious interview, with loads of nuggets to take away. This guy is a huge talent

[@hazelkauba7067]

faith restored in humanity

[@boxted36]

"Jazz came later when I was 15 or 16..."

[@ManelRuivo]

hahaha

[@hazelkauba7067]

Gelson Marcon yeah i know, thats so late 😂

[@terepanjaitan]

Gelson Marcon too late for him😂

[@TROGULAR10000]

so what?

[@Franny456Liburd]

It isn't that uncommon I'm 17 and I am a jazz musician with 4 diplomas! Jazz, jazz, jazz haha!

[@rosaavila296]

I think what makes his music even better is seeing how passionate he is about it and that it’s not about getting “fame” it’s simply sharing what he loves doing and hoping people will come together and share it with each other. It’s beautiful :,)

[@giuliolele]

He was terribly tired, it is evident. But still energetic, humble, gentle, present, clear... he is so special.

[@Anomaliayt]

Inspiringly humble, kind and intelligent.

[@achenarmyst2156]

Andrew Clunie you chose the right order 😊

[@BNF1T]

I've been crazy protective of my favorites list for 15 years and had NO idea that this 21 year-old would storm on to my favorites list so easily... he's incredible. I get to see Jacob Collier in Washington, DC on Oct 3, 2016

[@thomjoconnor]

Creating for the sake of creating! Amen!!

[@netenemy]

Ars gratia artis

[@achenarmyst2156]

l‘ art pour l‘ art

[@basielu]

el arte por el arte ❤

[@dclarkmusic]

He's a pretty normal guy! You never know what to expect with people that are this creative.

[@LofiWurld]

i need to become friends with this guy!

[@mikoparsonius]

May you realise all your dreams Jacob. We're with you all the way, and the world of music is so much enriched with you in it.

[@JustRonDon]

Jacob is so gesticulative! Very amazing person..

[@amandakthxbai]

i cant believe he's only 21, he's so talented wtf

[@magicshowmedia9199]

"The more life you live, the greater the songs get." Love this!

[@denisenelms1259]

I knew he was a Stevie Wonder fan!! You can hear it in his music

[@mitchellkillough2619]

he does a cover of Stevie's 'You & I' on his album that came out last month. if you haven't heard it you definitely need to check it out!

[@denisenelms1259]

+Mitchell Killough I bought his album and we love it!

[@ronaskew]

Stevie Wonder was his secret jazz influence. He doesn't even realize it, as most people don't, but Stevie was composing jazz in an R&B (marketing) context.

[@Scriabinfan593]

I have never wanted to sit down and talk with someone as much as i want to talk to JC

[@simonh1349]

Id like to prop the interviewer, very well chosen questions, some standart ones, and some where you really get to know jacob. Great job man!

[@JCattoor]

Great interview. Such an inspiration person. And so wise for his age.

[@achenarmyst2156]

Jared Cattoor That‘s what secure attachment promotes.

[@kraka2oanIner]

Jacob sets a superb example of being a musician right now - in 2016. Carpe Diem!

[@cameronsteer780]

Musical genius. Also really engaging and insightful. What a tremendous gift to the world.

[@arvindale]

a double bass at 14? I HAD TO BEG JUST TO GET A SET OF STRINGS MAN!

[@kylezo]

Yea not a lot of folks grew up with access to that kind of privilege but I'm so glad he was in a position to be fully nurtured and supported. I think it shows us what's possible when we fully empower and support children. Let curiosity lead.

[@GabiNaomiMusica]

I loved that part when Jacob said that he writes what he knows, it is so simple but so helpful! Jacob soooo great, I'm in love with his music! so inspiring

[@al591]

not only a musical genius but a pionner in a new musical age.

[@michelcyr1793]

Very talented and happy young man i discover him few weeks ago , of coarse when he mention Steve Wonder i understood everything about his music and Happyness .... contagious ..... keep going Jacob.......i am one of your new fan !.....Michel

[@netenemy]

Jacob is so insanely talented. Already his music blows me away. His future is very, very bright. I look forward to it.

[@zeamarc]

Nice interview, Jacob is a very mature person for his age, and his talent is immense.

[@david.brackett]

this is what i love ab Jacob. he’s so real. in this interview when the interviewer asks “how are you doing” he doesn’t respond with “oh i’m fantastic!” no, he responds with “ok, i’m doing ok, tired but happy” :)

[@liamneville6487]

6:50 has to be the fastest tongue flick I've ever seen :O Great interview, that's the way questions should be answered!

[@artificialplanet1540]

Oh yeah he's a lizard, now it makes sense

[@themenwriteinthesugar7643]

i cant help but smile at how much he blinks

[@ddgolightly5766]

What an amazing young man !!! So sympathetic, outstanding talent, but still so "down to earth", wich means that he is not arrogant at all, wich he could be with all his skills !!! I'm so mad (about myself !!) cause I missed his concert in Mannheim a few days ago, and the critics were today in the paper, and overwhelmingly positive ! I hope that he'll be in our area again soon, cause this outstanding musician should hear our applause and see the standing ovations as often as possible, for to get an immediate reaction from the audiance, and this positive interaction, with the vibes of his music still in the air, and not just "dry" comments via KZbin ! We are looking forward to many more ocations of hearing and seeing him again in the future ! It will be a delight watching him to "grow up", and grow with his music ! 💚💛💜

[@deviantbonbonz]

what an amazing young man. as a poet, i love his explication of the creative process, and as a cultural creative working to make social change he gives me hope and courage. thank you, jacob

[@MrJanKeys]

Awesome interview. Thanks for sharing this. It is so cool to see somebody so young, ingenious, natural and humble at the same time.

[@WatersofHealth]

Such a beautiful soul!

[@keenanmittagdegala]

simply energizing to see someone going to bat with and for their own immense creative energy.

[@jeffreydurrant4838]

What hear in his music and in his thoughts is the joy and wonder of being. His gift is immense but that is not what has as all transfixed. In his music and words is pinnacle of our desires revealed, just to be understood!

[@nohaylamujer]

What a lovely person Jacob is.

[@lampkinmedia]

Love this kid. We like the same type of music....I really like his attitude and approach to music...

[@Oleeo]

Hey man! you asked all the questions I had in my mind! Thanks!

[@insidechocolatewithjimothy5313]

Love love love. What a cool guy. Such generosity.

[@luisorozco3130]

I love him more than any lover ive ever had

[@hoek334]

I'm 65 but I learn a lot of this guy He is all music knowing that in a way music doesn't even exist as it is and was being framed ....

[@judijaba]

This boy is amazing, a genius composer, a talented instrumentalist an a very clever and transparent person.

[@ijfilms7850]

He sure doesn't fall flat of being a really sharp guy

[@alifmuhammadchicago]

Ahaaa

[@TheSvensk200]

So excited to be living at the same time as Jacob.

[@baterizmo]

Thanks for the nice interview...nice questions and everything

[@envymiii]

love this guy

[@augustinmckinnan5671]

This interview was awesome! hearing you talk about your creative process was real interesting so thanks a bunch!

[@JDazell]

These great questions led to a great insightful interview

[@artofunk]

The Listening Soup He Was Raised On Shows n The Harvest!!! This Guys Incredible!!!

[@phanjazm]

HIDEAWAY IS AMAZINGGGGGGG!!!

[@hazelkauba7067]

phanjazm j i know, i literally cant fathom how much i love that song... and the entire album

[@borislavpaunov2292]

So, he just enumerated all my favourite artists....Intriguing indeed...

[@ThatOneDude88]

One of the greatest talents EVER!

[@Jonathan-ex3sl]

Ahh his voice is so nice

[@JoseVazquezEd]

This video has been sitting on my KZbin homepage since it was published on July 20th. I took way too long to watch this.

[@MrJanKeys]

Same here :)

[@evanhosley2360]

When he says his hands haven't caught up with his head, I know what he means. I write tons of chord progressions and melodies for piano that I am not good enough to play, and I end up getting my friend to play it because he's much better at piano.

[@anasamin8227]

Evan Hosley practice...let the your music inspire you to practice more (;

[@evanhosley2360]

anas amin I'm doing my best

[@db1815]

go jacob ! great inspiration

[@paczas19]

I think this interview will be huge around 2090 - 2150

[@gravityfreaksmusic]

A legend in he making.

[@TheRedstonedeluxe]

Interviewer does a great job! I don't what people get out of their hate comments.

[@srajustin]

Amazing. I wish I were born extremely handsome, intelligent and creative. Cheers!

[@SherryMathews]

Ever inspiring!

[@Trumpophone7]

13:15 wanted to prove that “life is this big circle”, proceeds to modulate around the entire circle of fifths multiple times in hajanga lol

[@SerAlthur]

Jacob is awesome Such an inspirational person Quite!

[@KarlLatham]

yes Jacob, bring folks together is it

[@Journeymanlive]

inspiring

[@MrDaveFerrier]

Dolores Cannon spoke about 3 waves of volunteer souls who made the call to come back and help save planet earth... the 3rd wave (born 90's onward) being especially gifted. I believe this young man is one of them

[@ManelRuivo]

good questions by the interviewer! i would add a question about his writing process thats happening now during the world tour. how is he writing? paper? a program in a tablet? he thinks an write just when he get home? since he said that his music changes with the amount of life, how this world tour if affecting his wrinting? oh my god, i could spend an entire afternoon making questions to jacob and he would hate me for annoying him so much.

[@FaceCulture]

Hi Manel, thanks for your suggestions!

[@ManelRuivo]

youre welcome! many thankx for the valuable interview and upload!

[@keanealtoveros8522]

hi Manel! i found this online earlier today and saw your post and thought it might answer your questions if you haven't seen it already! www.freejazzlessons.com/jacob-collier-interview/

[@yescarycan]

Very nice interview !

[@julianwilliamsTSW]

so im thinking Jacobs band would be Corey Henry, Nate Smith, Derrick Hodge lol

[@shadauntetucker4261]

yessssss!!!!

[@SILOETTE100page]

oh god, what a line up.

[@thomasrme5870]

And Micheal League please :p They already wrote a song together

[@shadauntetucker4261]

+Atom Rme so true Mike has so much gove. Derick has an amazing sence of time. I only say this because I've heard him play against some really complex rhythms in some Robert Glasper tracks. Not to say that Michael can't but. I say Derick because I know for a fact Michael would rather stay in the pocket and do his job rather than solo every five seconds. Its all up to whatever sound you want i guess. If you'd want to maintain that Jacob feel then yeah I'd go with Mike but if you wana go far out like Miles I'd go with Derick and Cory just adds to the madness lol.

[@TheBassMan533]

Maybe with someone from Dirty Loops...?

[@gbovm]

pinter bgt mas nya

[@barrowmeoct04]

First album 'Talking Book', wow, straight into the deep end.

[@isabelalazzarotto7397]

"I want to travel the world and make a lot of collabs..." and four years later we have three djesses

[@postpukepeace5412]

uh are we going to talk about 0:05 ? roll that clip again puh LEAZE

[@muuroonggeooffrey246]

I need a friend to show me that kind of music when I am 16!

[@russellandrady]

He said"I'm tired. But happy." Most of the people are doing things others want. May be your friends, teachers or parents. But if you do what you wanna do you can archieve this. But it is not that much easy some times.

[@marcosmcm86]

TIRED BUT HAPPY

[@TheGreatShare]

Yes, you can know everything with FB i mean Jacob ^^ i hope pepols are going to listen you.

[@jiraya350]

I missed him at NSJ :'( NOOOOOOOOOOO

[@SubTheHan]

Wow

[@achenarmyst2156]

Very interesting what he says about social media.

[@gauravmishra5998]

And comes djesse vol.3

[@perpetualmotion319]

he pronounced Bach right - I like him now.

[@uraharamitchell7250]

Jacob is the new age

[@Khayyam-vg9fw]

This young man is definitely a genius.

[@27boof]

Please, Please, PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEEEEEEAAAASE do a collaboration with Alaa Wardi - just look him up on KZbin if you haven't heard of him (but you probably have :) )

[@cormacdiamond3303]

Oh dear some of this guy's questions are so dumb, but Jacob's so great he manages to give interesting answers to all of them

[@FaceCulture]

Hi Cormac, what did you feel made some of the questions dumb? and what kind of questions do you prefer to hear?

[@cormacdiamond3303]

@@FaceCulture Just wasn't really sure what you wanted to get out of questions like the downsides of social media or if the album was created entirely in his room, which was kind of the whole point, but I watched your more recent interview and thought that was a lot more like the questions I wanted to hear :)

[@ryyymyyy]

12:20 "No idea..." maybe the only time Jacob has said this phrase

[@Gustavriber]

Would you please stop being just 21?

[@NoStickTricks]

Hey good news, he did!

[@Trumpophone7]

@@NoStickTricks Lmao

[@WesleyWestMusic]

Be true to yourself

[@itsroblaw]

"you get little recipes of instruments and its a process of learning how to create sound"

[@marksaxon3378]

Can you hook up a meeting with Herbie and Wonder for Jacob Face Culture?... May be a lakeside weekend? If he doesn't know Herbie all ready. I think they would be a fantastic friendship. Jacob is such a fantastic person and a present day Virtuoso.

[@bggouvea]

Yeah, Take 6...Impact!

[@eliasnieminen]

"I'm quite creative. And quite simple also." Yeah....