Jon Bellion on Letting His Music Speak for Itself + Writing For Eminem & 5 Fingers of Death!

Jon Bellion joins Sway in the Morning to speak on his new album "The Human Condition," writing for Eminem and crushes the 5 Fingers of Death!
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[@isaiahvargas5936]

I'm telling y'all Jon Bellion is the real deal. Lovers of real music of all blends appreciate this dude!

[@AaronSmithDrums]

hellll yes dude one of my favorite dudes alive makin music right now. gonna see him next month and I'm so excited

[@VirtueEST]

Preach dude much love!

[@amirajudah]

isaiahkristian EXACTLY

[@josukesjojoke5671]

Preach yo!!

[@realone2445]

isaiahkristian that's a fact

[@sleveille44]

Sway is right Jon has not made a bad song yet

[@andres1735]

LIFE was kind of weak ngl

[@johnringolll4517]

truth

[@HarryJCLK]

maybe IDK is the first song i cannot listen to.

[@rookie713]

Jon better blow up after this interview. Just like when Sway interviewed Logic, Logic blew up right after Sway interviewed him and Logic's 5 Fingers of Death has over 2 million views

[@BEDCORN]

Tony Gutierrez Logic blew up because of FaZe clan (sadly) not Sway lol

[@sanchez9865]

1.3 GPA ........... Legend

[@joshuaroberts435]

Sanchez thats how im tryna be

[@jakewilkins5841]

Hand of God outro is 100% his best song

[@Miz]

Jake wilkins I argue that statement.

[@jodygarrett7436]

@@Miz 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ImSarri]

Jon said the same thing in an interview

[@cykablyat5513]

Listen to Blu

[@blinkfilms1]

facts

[@PK14X]

Most talented musician of this generation.

[@midichap7076]

Why bring Soulja Boy into this

[@kingjames4053]

No way another STEEZ AND Jon Bellion fan! Thought I was the only one bro, 47 shitt

[@PK14X]

+King James #LongLiveSTEELO bro

[@baileysherman570]

+King Capital 😭😭😭 I miss STEEZ

[@PK14X]

+Bailey Sherman same bro 😫😭

[@Simplistic]

Jon Bellion fans are so nice and it's a great community. Human Condition is the shit!

[@simonf9357]

Fucking love this guy! U all should go watch his "behind the making" of many of his songs, the guy is truly talented!

[@jjsxlva]

I fucking love videos! I hope he does that with this album!

[@TheEnjoyHD]

Yeah jon is a genius period

[@gabrielevion7055]

im pretty sure thats what draws most people to him...those videos.

[@JasonBassettphotography]

Jon Bellion is one of the greatest musicians ever. All his projects and visuals are absolutely wildly beautiful

[@Itseddiedude]

I agree

[@HeyJared]

Being a huge fan of Logic, (naturally) I'd heard of Jon Bellion through Visionary. Sure, I'd heard his features with Logic and a couple originals, but I'd never really gone out of my way to hear who he was. This interview was my outlet. I now recognize this man as a talented, musical genius. Thank you, Sway (and company), for making this happen.

[@koltebyers3631]

Check out his "Making of" videos. You'll become even more of a fan.

[@HeyJared]

I definitely want to now. I'm going to listen to the album, then check the BTS.

[@lolmiggy1999]

Heyyyyy Jared lol

[@HeyJared]

Hi

[@Denso1980]

don't forget his previous albums!

[@samuelcarter9077]

4 years later, I'm still waiting for joint from Jon Bellion and NF

[@benadek6703]

Not happening

[@chakabantou]

29:35 for that 5 fingers of death

[@aries6663]

omg thaaaaank you

[@SharunoYO]

MVP

[@johnringolll4517]

80 fingers of death slumped

[@johnroxas123]

He is the one

[@swiftnade_]

Some castle was his writing school...and the songs they wrote are hit songs in america. For some reason that is kinda scary BUT I DIG HIS MUSIC THO

[@neal406]

do they sell his album at your best buy?

[@itzdjsoup]

I thought I was the only person that peeped that. Makes you wonder who is really controlling the music. Sounds like a Walmart for songs.

[@larvaeball302]

you should cop all human conditions in best buy you work at lmao

[@dr0ppazeti68]

what? lol im confused

[@izaiahreyes1044]

Illuminati 🥸

[@marybank5467]

he's underrated cus he won't sign his soul to the devil.

[@ybf1993]

signed to capital

[@edwardsekyere9130]

Forreal, nowadays in America only "rappers" who sold their souls make loads of money

[@jaylongivens1982]

+Edward Brown Not necessarily true.

[@edwardsekyere9130]

+ᴊᴀʏ ™ prove that I'm wrong then

[@jaylongivens1982]

+Edward Brown Sure, I'll try. Well, Joey Bad@$$ comes to mind. Common is kind of underrated too.

[@palisestclips]

ive been waiting for thissss

[@relaxplayz2883]

Same

[@gibbo1298]

Love coming back to old vids of Jon and seeing how he stuck to his word and never changed. Been following this guy for 9 years now it’s crazy

[@sacerrone]

Me too!

[@boywonder6345]

He wrote the hook for monster 😱😱

[@AnthonyIsAway]

yep

[@RamenCupBMG]

he also produced /helped write "trumpets" by jason derulo

[@marcusbeast100]

And helped produce a song for cee lo

[@TheOmar291992]

Boy Wonder what is a hook? English is not my language...

[@user-gd4bn4nx2r]

Zed ODA hook is kinda like the chorus

[@RBaroza]

So happy for Jon. Been a fan for years and it's really exciting watching him get to these milestones.

[@Mwah5800]

"My Joy Lies In The Son You Should Jump On That" ✨🙏🏾

[@romariosmith422]

idk if can kick it with this dude. he says a Christian but his mouth is so foul smh

[@Mwah5800]

Taken me a while to think of a response to this.. I'm not excusing wrong/sin.. However none of us are perfect y'know? This life we live is to glorify our Creator and our God, and I think that's what he endeavors to do.. We can all do better though

[@maxrobbins4835]

Romario Smith I mean, he's worked with Andy Mineo before and I'm pretty sure Andy has started an interest for Jon in Christianity :)

[@nostalgiajunkie]

Romario Smith don't sign off on wisdom just cuz the packaging is hard to swallow, people can speak God's truth and reach more people with foul language in Hip Hop and make a bigger impact than those preachers on TV

[@bicho5925]

@@nostalgiajunkie bars

[@MarkOfAHero]

Damn this is amazing. Jon Bellion on Sway, what a time to be alive.

[@mocfive]

they haven't heard of any of his music?? man let me get a job. i been following this guy for years.

[@kingjames4053]

The Human Condition is the best album I've listened to since TPAB. Counting any genre. Do yourself a favor and go listen to it!

[@mason1261]

TPAB?

[@mason1261]

***** ohhhh i think its alright imo

[@RayHayes17]

co-sign

[@mason1261]

***** im not the biggest fan of coloring book, he went mainstream. no vic, twista, or gam on any tracks. instead its 2 chainz, wayne, kanye, future and JB. i dont like the sound of some of the tracks. acid rap still my smoking jam for now

[@jaylongivens1982]

+Mason M That's probably just him trying something new/new people.

[@mtjensen5]

Was just introduced to his music by my daughter and my son just found him about the same time. We all (including my 7 year old grandson who sings along cause he knows the words already) love his music. My son who’s 27 says Jon is his favorite artist right now. My daughter is 24, soon to be 25 and I’m 67!

[@sacerrone]

Woooow I love love this!!

[@chadbingham8069]

The Luxury music video reminds me a lot of Coraline. I love it.

[@bestutubr8768]

who's here after glory sound prep

[@GlenChaos]

Glad to see him on Sway now. Don't SLEEP on this guy, straight talent.

[@PhilipThrosselMusic]

Jon, you're such an inspiration, it's absolutely crazy.

[@jerriandfriends]

I love watching interviews and videos of Jon and people reacting to his music and really vibing and enjoying his music bc you can tell it comes from such a beautiful, sincere place. His success makes me so happy

[@eastcamp_]

Jon is such a huge inspiration to me. His music and mindset are the one thing I can hold on to in this difficult time of my life. Thank you

[@GoldsPersonal]

So pumped to see Jon here! Been waiting so long to see him here.

[@osmaniqbal8354]

Way to keep emphasising that nobody has ever heard of him. I'm sure he felt really good hearing that.

[@philosophy20]

I got hip to Jon when he dropped "The Definition"

[@TehPh1L]

i follow jon for like 2-3 years now ,i dont quite remember .. but what he said about trying to make each song he made being better than the last one ;is so true ... every song that came out was even better than the last one and each time i was so freaking glad to hear something from him again

[@grantrmoore]

Jon Bellion is my favorite non rapper artist. He is AMAZING! I hope he collabs with Eminem who is my favorite artist period. I would be so happy. But fr I feel Jon's music in my soul

[@CoreyMotionless]

Jon is very inspiring and a big fan of his music ever since faze rain showed me.

[@nol_n]

I couldn't give this guy enough praise. Jon Bellion is brilliant lyrically, instrumentally, and even vocally. I don't even like his usual style of music (found him through rap with VMG crew), but anyone who isn't biased from a musical-style perspective cannot deny his exceptional talent: - Lyricism relates to every demographic and touches the core of humanity. His songs genuinely tell a story, have a message, or share a perspective. Don't get me wrong; many artists do this, but it's the perfect combination of his style (lyrically, instrumentally, vocally) that make his music so stirking. - Instrumentals incorporate nearly every style of modern music, and more impressively, sound unique in an age of copycats. I can't say I've heard music that sounds quite like Bellion... Of course elements of it can be drawn back to other genres or songs, but the difference is that it is unique across every major category. Personally, his work is beyond this time and sounds like the result of instruments/instrumentals through centuries of musical evolution. - Vocally is what probably both attracts and detracts most people. While many people recognize his obvious vocal talent, I think there's a majority (strictly rap listeners, or those unexposed to genres outside of mainstream radio) that quickly become turned off due to the emotion and maybe "softness" of the sound. With that said: it's bullshit. Why wouldn't you utilize a voice like that? My only request to Jon Bellion is that he does incorporate more raps because as shown in this video, he is better than 99% of the rappers in this game. Currently, his music is like ~30% rap, and if he released even an EP or 5 tracks where he went as hard as this or 24 Freestyle (my favorite), he'd put himself out there as people recognize his unique talent. Jon Bellion - hope you see this.

[@Scuf]

Finally we get to see Jon on here! Blowing up to say the least!

[@joshuahoffman5]

Translation Through Speakers was played at my wedding two years ago! I'm thankful you've finally blown up.

[@blazekid2407]

You should really change the title, he wrote the hook for monster. The title makes it sound like he wrote em's verses

[@JustinBlazzzee]

thats why they made the title like that lol click bait

[@Damani5445]

Yeah I hope you get sued man smh

[@GoldenStateOfMind831]

+JustinBlazzzee it's the only reason I clicked the video lol

[@SharunoYO]

Clickbait is the new KZbin....

[@MakasuVAL]

Saying "Writing The Hook For "The Monster" By Eminem" is a bit much for a title

[@atowari]

I played Luxury on repeat the first time I heard it.. I need to get his album!

[@maryemmitt9978]

Its been three weeks that I have his music constantly playing at work. Nothing else, just his videos on repeat. Jon Bellion is truly talented!!!

[@kristian5489]

jon deserves so much more recognition than he gets. nothin but bangers, pure talent, and dedication in him. ive loved his music since 2014

[@IBZI7]

Omg, he finally appeared on sway... I'm happy af for Jon 😭 and sway ... Scattered Thoughts Vol 1 was his first mixtape 🔥

[@ItsHulian]

been listening since translations came out, happy to see jons finally getting the recognition he deserved

[@jesusvaldez1918]

I think the best thing is, is when he raps five fingers of death he gets a look in his eyes.

[@ImLyriCali]

Sway kills it usually but he was behind on this one. Jon Bellion has been killing it for years. Been rocking his music since 2012-2013. True artist there

[@crispygaming6670]

LyriCali Music Yea I have to say the same. Been listening since translations.

[@juliannedavis1513]

I love Jon's music, it makes me feel all kinds of feelings. I love it.

[@havesomefun120]

Jon did what i thought he was gonna do. Went off like usual. Genius shines through him every time he performs man it's crazy!

[@voicetube]

UPDATE!! I wrote the below comment about 5 months ago when I had missed Jon's concert at House of Blues, Dallas. Fast-forward to 2 weeks ago and he came back and… I saw him!! It was definitely worth the wait!! :-) Now here's the original comment made 5 months ago: I feel really bad today in that I purchased the tickets for House of Blues Dallas (to see Jon who played last night) MONTHS in advance (as SOON as they went on sale) and neglected to mark it down on my July calendar ... and… I freaking missed seeing the show last night!! Talk about a downer. Hope he comes back to Dallas or maybe catch him in LA when he plays in a few weeks.

[@AIMTgames]

He deserves this recognition, Hes done more for pop music than some of the tops of today.

[@iAmKidKiNG]

I'm so hype that he's on Sway !!

[@yannky6927]

Waited for this since 2012 he deserves this

[@beezyy5690]

Such a great interview Jon Bellion killed it his new album can't wait to see where he goes.

[@georgewest-perry6103]

2023 needs you Jon! Hope to hear new music soon!

[@matt7996]

This guy is crazy talented and finally getting the recognition he deserves

[@riplay81]

This man makes me have REALLY high expectations for music.

[@manuelhernandez2430]

I’m still listening to that album to this day

[@Mrgorilla73]

good positive vibe from this kid, very humble too.

[@TheGrapplingNinja]

I started with the separation and every time I listen to it its new to me

[@iDope4G]

Can't wait for The Human Condition tour!

[@MrNadDino]

I got on him because of Logic, havent stopped listening...

[@The_sad_skater]

I love logic. But I came here because of Andy mineos "Rat race"

[@act29productions37]

Caleb Carlin me too!

[@ebenezeramare1]

Andy mineo amazing

[@RevalationOfEMS]

Been listening to him for years, great and humble artist. Make great feel good music. I'd kill for a Bellion beat and hook lol. #Salute

[@stevemena7704]

Bebe rexha out there telling people she wrote the monster hook. Jon you better get her bro!

[@MikeAntGio]

Actually, I wrote the hook in 2011

[@sarawest3221]

True genius, the world isnt prepared for his new music comin up.

[@DLO787]

Been a fan for a few years glad he made it on sway!

[@joshuarood2600]

The best feeling to see that Jon got the attention of Sway and Shade 45 from his raw musical talent. The day has come where Jon is about to BLOW UP.

[@romeontemwa4566]

Had to come back to this🥺

[@warrior1of1]

So happy for this interview. Been following Jon Bellion and everybody on Team Visionary for like 6 years now

[@airsoftcod4life]

Saaaaame

[@koltebyers3631]

Jon signed back in 2012. Don't get too ahead of yourself mate. ;) But true! Been following him right after he signed!

[@warrior1of1]

Wasn't just talking about jon, I'm talking about TeamVisionary in general.

[@johnroxas123]

I never thought the day would come when someone would knock "Nothing was the same" off of my #1 top album. Thank you Jon, for "The Human Condition."

[@scouseschindler285]

i went to see jon live on tuesday, man he was fire everything he did he did it right even mixed up some of the songs remixing them, future of a lot of songwriters and rappers/singers

[@fabroc]

this album is such an important piece of work. amazing!

[@coleh3499]

So happy he’s still making music

[@jjsxlva]

Yes! Finally! Favourite artist out there man, this dude gonna kill it

[@ScissorMeWhiskers]

Awesome, Jon is soooo underrated

[@leilasodapop]

Oh man, that's so dope that the artist for the album is Indonesian and it fits perfectly because my parents are Indonesian too :")

[@Audiofficialcom]

good job Sway you can make anything a good interview , he's dope gotta check that album out.

[@moonryder203]

Jon is a true artist! Super talented! His vision and passion is keeping what real music is alive! Their is many talented artist, then theirs Jon.

[@philosophy20]

Jon is about to BLOW! I'm telling you!

[@voicetube]

I know this is my 3rd comment… Well, I just finished the whole interview and for somebody who basically "hates rap" (my favorite categories music is solo New Age piano) I can tell you I absolutely love Bellion's stuff! Strange story as to how I discovered him: so, my father is an actor in Los Angeles and had the honor of being in a Ceelo Green music video (as a token white janitor in an all black jazz club which I think takes place in the 50s or 60s!). Being a big fan of Ceelo's music, I was floored to hear that he got that job and went on the net to find out what Ceelo Had been up to and found that song Robin Williams! It is definitely my favorite Ceelo Green tune to date… So I just had to figure out who wrote it and produced it because it was so brilliant and moved me so much. That's when I found out that it was co-written and produced by some guy named Jon Bellion... Went on to you tunes and found "Luxury" and "The Making of Luxury" videos and I was hooked/the rest is history! I guess if I had to say pick a 2nd favorite song next to luxury (my favorite) I might pick "Simple and Sweet," partly because of that awesome video.

[@ItsJustJimmy23]

People need to stop sleeping on Jon, it's about time!

[@cedzimagination]

One of the Greatest Artists/Musicians out there for real!!!

[@SimpleeRess]

So.....I JUST GOT GOOSEBUMPS!!!!!! JON BELLION IS A TRUE ARTIST!!!!

[@plusone1522]

Jon Bellion is in a different world. Greetings from Nigeria

[@Blakewestenberger]

I was singing weight of the world at 22:20 and I the lyrics I was about to sing literally came on at the perfect moment. That was crazy😳

[@SongsByTYLER]

Yooo anyone else notice a lot of these bars ended up on Glory Sound Prep! 🔥 legend

[@HealthyAndInspired]

Good catch. Jon is the goattttt

[@atyourbest8888]

so nice to see this guys' projection

[@travislangenbrunner4098]

Love Jon Bellion sooooo much!!!!!

[@GetShotAt]

you guys are so great!!

[@danzappala]

Sometimes being different is better than being better.

[@SolidSnake240]

discovered him thru Logic a few years back and been a fan ever since

[@swiftkato511]

man that might have been the best 5 fingers of death I've watched..... dude gets big respect for that..... he ate the Pharell beat man. artist nowadays can barely crank there own tracks let alone tear it apart....... man that was something to watch

[@andrewreinhold3226]

I found jon bellion before his studio albums and I loved his music from the start... I was that kid in the lunchroom forcing my earbuds into peoples ears haha

[@calurai]

The Separation is still my favourite album and probs always will be

[@angelmercado9567]

SOOOO HAPPY FOR JON MAN

[@simmsoriginal]

Jon, I legit love you.

[@Raffiano]

when jon says "i care about it", referring as to "why" you should listen to his music #realmusic #beautifulmind

[@phased112]

heard of him after logic hit the XXL cover. been a fan since. one of the most talented artists out.

[@willets2617]

Wish he'd rap more tbh, his verse on 24 freestyle was the second best on the track in my opinion

[@crispygaming6670]

Willets listen to his newest album, it’s amazing

[@crispygaming6670]

Listening since translations

[@RndZApprox]

Dropped off in the land where the artist play.. LA.. Where God-Sway is the hardest way.

[@boomidctv6017]

Hamad Hadi God sway/gods way

[@wubbalubbadubdub4991]

Been here since 2015 man love this