Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds & Teddy Riley - Extended Interview | The Daily Social Distancing Show

R&B legends Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds and Teddy Riley talk about their wildly popular Instagram battle consisting of head-to-head live performances of their classic hits. #DailyShow #TrevorNoah #TeddyRileyVsBabyface
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[@AnnMarieSampson]

The 'battle' was so, so good. I love the way Trevor just let Teddy and Face love on each other without butting in. Trevor is the best!

[@onesweetZETA]

I was thinking the same thing. He's so classy and draws out the best in people.

[@jmtate001]

ME TOO! That was everything

[@roumifyouwnt2]

I was thinking the exact same thing! He really is one of the top 5 interviewers ever!!

[@allanyates8978]

mouthing in is best said lol

[@rozzjack]

Who else smiled through this whole interview? The music brought back so many memories!

[@MercyAlwyz23]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 reading this and realizing I’m smiling

[@islandgal1115]

I did!

[@Zanaaa50]

I did! I'm truly such a fan.

[@deejay4104]

I'm 43 and I refuse to listen to today's r&b. It's nothing like what I grew up listening to. These people had mad talent. No auto-tuning. They had a natural gift. It brought back so many memories. I loved the battle and love this interview.

[@missfancy8365]

Today's R&B that's not on the radio is really good.

[@arianeguyton3544]

SiR, DVSN, Alina Baraz, Ro James, Luke James,and H.E.R. are smooth. Some of these youngins got it, don't miss out.

[@lachell257]

Ari Lennox album Shea butter Baby is a good album.

[@thatgirlthatgirl6560]

Actually Chris brown minus the drama put back in time would've been great under either producer here.

[@samaduampoma2449]

@@missfancy8365 We are not talking about what is not on the radio, and by extension is not broadly popular, although it may very well be good R&B. We are talking about what is broadly popular with the youth of the day in each generation. That is the true "apples to apples" comparison we are making. The "so-called" songwriting in R&B today is very poor. And it is a reflection of the lack of musical capacity, talent and the actual craft of songwriting that both Babyface and Teddy have mastered over the years. Please don't say people who use auto-tune are just as great a singer as all those great singers in the 90s/80s/70s who did not use it! Look at the records they made back then?! Amazing!. Also please don't say rapping is the same as singing, or that sampling is the same as actually playing as instrument, and developing great musicianship with others who can play too! Playing a musical instrument very well is hard! Drake and all these so-called R&B artists of 2020 have nothing on Babyface/Teddy, or even the great musician/producers from the generation before them (e.g. Narada Michael Walden, Nile Rodgers, Quincy Jones, James Anthony Carmichael, Prince (RIP), etc). Not even close! Lastly, a big thank you to Babyface and Teddy. Your music transcends generations, and will outlive all of us, as it continues to radiate the love and joy that we all connect with, as we listen and enjoy! Cheers, Sam.

[@blairaaa]

Trevor Noah is such a great interviewer. Great balance and you can tell he’s done his research. I’ve also never seen Comedy Central do anything acknowledging THIS PART of Black culture and it’s nice.

[@rainbowpeachiz]

I agree I love watching his interviews

[@redomega24]

Hahahaha

[@Unpopularopinion2024]

*Babyface's music alone is responsible for a lot of* *the babies conceived in the 90's* *He was the 90's version of Netflix & Chill* *Sidenote: black don't crack these guys* *are aging well*

[@lisetteservin3181]

💯

[@elliesings9508]

Definitely Whip Appeal

[@gregpendrey6711]

Pun intended?

[@neosayien]

I was a huge fan of Babyface back in the 90's

[@patamakka08]

So baby’s faces

[@wisewomanwallet2012]

Awww. I smiled the entire interview because of all that brotherly love. Both Babyface and Teddy gave LA Reid his props, too. When Babyface said, "We all are here today because of each other," Trevor KNEW that was the high note (pun intended) to leave on. Such a sweet sentiment. I'm glad I was able to attend the party live. Great interview, Trevor!

[@MrFinesse316]

I smiled from ear to ear listening to this

[@KellGlamourous]

jay H Same! They have so much love and respect for each other too.

[@afrogroov]

i literally just texted the same thing to my sister 3 seconde ago

[@ninafamilia2619]

jay H cause your old boomer

[@kenyafromcali]

Same! Same!

[@blessedk77]

This was beautiful. Seeing how much respect they have for each other.

[@KellGlamourous]

Babyface is so dreamy.... 62 and simply the essence of dapper✨✨✨. The concert was so much fun. They are both phenomenal producers.

[@lisetteservin3181]

He's aged quite nice!

[@hammanyou4294]

You got a babyface

[@oliviarodrigues2323]

Still a chocolate dollop dream. His wife is SO lucky. He is such a genuine and calm man also.

[@KellGlamourous]

Olivia Rodrigues “chocolate dollop dream”. Ha😄. Love it !

[@oliviarodrigues2323]

@@KellGlamourous I went back and watched ALL his stuff that I could remember. I used to have Babyface cassettes. Just to think he was my preteen and teenage fantasy and now he is 62 - it is just crazy.

[@jakelive901]

Babyface doing MJ is just too spot on and hilarious!

[@BeccaDaily]

It was refreshing to hear them talk about MJ so fondly!

[@kishacalhoun6414]

Beautiful

[@thamaradasilvafigueiredo9603]

It really was. ❤️

[@Rize_Inn]

Thanks for the extended interview. It was so nice just hearing these guys talk and Trevor wisely let them be as they did.

[@bolouereopukiri681]

This was so cool. The entire Nigeria was up, participating and excited about it.

[@nca4794]

LA & Babyface vs Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis would be amazing too, especially since Babyface didn't scratch the surface of his hits in the first battle.

[@shamoudream7237]

Talented & humble legends right there

[@mlggamer5296]

I love their chemistry and how chill they are. They kinda play off each other. I hope we can get more times like this eventually. I actually now want to see it for myself

[@peace.404]

The frequency of pure love is palpable in this interview. Bravo Trevor for knowing when to stay yo azz out of it & let the love flow.

[@beaniebooworld2023]

Man, see the tears in Trevor's eye!

[@martymcflyyy3157]

That's appreciation for this interview.

[@rashadjackson1704]

This was an historic moment in time, that we'll never ever forget. Side note..neither one of those guys look their actual age.

[@arielshoko991]

Cca

[@arielshoko991]

Vaqaaaaaacqvaaq

[@debrahollinger7167]

Yes, Rashad Jackson , I thank them both! i have Joyful memories!

[@chakubanga1]

Baby face lives upto his name.

[@jamaalcurry8990]

Pause

[@phunchurchgirl]

For sure though he should stop dying his hair now

[@jamaalcurry8990]

@@phunchurchgirl yeah that ship has sailed

[@DorretteGYoung]

These guys r so humble and gracious. Much love.

[@JSJS87_]

I really enjoyed this interview...face and teddy are major game changers to the music industry..MUCH RESPECT!

[@shirleystephenson8424]

WOW, does it talk to your heart!!! What an amazing statement... I absolutely adore both of these guys, their work is the epitome of music being the universal language!!! ❤️💯❤️🙌😍

[@peggyannpilgrim9703]

This interview left me weeping... Trevor did a great job of moderating the love fest going down in the room.The sheer humility and genius of these two gentle giants, and the genuine affection and respect shared between the two of them....This interview took Black Love to a whole new level. Thanks guys. We need this more than ever :) ... And can I also add that Babyface at the age of 62 and Teddy at a very seasoned 52 still look HAWT!

[@Zanaaa50]

Yeah, they can still get it lol

[@peggyannpilgrim9703]

@@Zanaaa50 Yas.. girl .. Yaaaassssss!

[@peggyannpilgrim9703]

@TonyVision Thanks boo!

[@charlescurry2222]

This must be like a dream come true for Trevor too.

[@jmtate001]

I was thinking that too. You could see Trevor was really excited to interview them

[@smittyexpo]

I think this interview with Trevor actually helped resolve some confusion, some people might have had...

[@ODK321]

What confusion did people have?

[@MrCrazyhead30]

Babyface...just so classy! I loved every bit of the battle. 2 Greats!!!

[@phunchurchgirl]

Saw him a few times in Jamaica and he was exactly the same - class all the way

[@jakelive901]

Even for a simple interview Teddy is trying to do too much and fading in and out of Video LMAO Love this dude.

[@malikastone]

Lol! You gotta love Teddy, always adorably extra! 🤣

[@bolouereopukiri681]

ADD

[@phunchurchgirl]

He's been extra since 87

[@amw7828]

They are LEGENDS; thanks to Trevor for letting them take the wheel in the discussion

[@BooBuKittyPhuk]

3 beautiful black men on 1 screen. I'm a lesbian but damn, makes you wish you weren't.

[@GloriousRemnantOfChristIntMini]

There must be one in this world for you.🙏💞👑❣️👑🥳🙏

[@leesae4433]

Sis, no disrespect, but you're missing out lol

[@LC-uz6em]

YOu can always come back and forth...fluid

[@martymcflyyy3157]

Do it one time for the vine, sis!😉🙃🙂😍👑

[@gilbertojode5073]

Why use feminine labels on men... Men are handsome ...handsome reffers to males beautiful reffers to females...ever heard of a handsome lady... Handsome men is masculine

[@Rm-bz8il]

Trevor the fan boy is back ! Your smile is so infectious 😍😍

[@TheAkt]

Babyface on guitar...Teddy Riley on keys...Such a beautiful thing. That whip appeal broke Insta! Thank you! 🙏🏼💚😊

[@rachelraye285]

Mr. Noah, You are an amazing host and interviewer. Your ability to ask the right questions and bring humor while sticking to the facts is refreshing. What was awesome about this was your about to step back and allow your guests to speak. You did not interject and try to stir the conversation; instead you allowed it to flow naturally. Well done!

[@jamaalcurry8990]

They are still battling. Babyface won this interview too. Teddy Riley made classic music too

[@MercyAlwyz23]

😂😂😂😂😂 I knew Babyface was prepared! He had a comeback every time and he kept setting him up!

[@sethmarshal5518]

It’s hard to believe babyface is 62

[@bori20000]

the way babyface talks is just so adorable

[@kishacalhoun6414]

Indeed it is

[@citygirl8181]

In concert, he is a darling! One of the best concerts I have EVER been to!

[@Chewey10]

Teddy still doing too much with the blurry background. He just can't help himself, gotta love him!

[@simplicitywilson8332]

🤣😂🤣😂😂😂

[@Morelorrr]

I was watching it like what’s he doing now?!

[@oliviarodrigues2323]

He is a showman. It's always going to be something extra 🤣

[@blairaaa]

I didn’t even notice. Had to wait til he come back on the screen. He is doing the most, lol.

[@lindseyb.8448]

I was thinking the same thing. It’s just in him. I love it! Lol

[@ThanhMaiOFFICIAL]

In the mood for some good ol’ R&B joints right about now: No Diggity 😎👍

[@lisetteservin3181]

No doubt! 😊

[@beverlymoore9750]

I was at Future Recording Studio when Blackstreet recorded this record. 🔥

[@SmoothCrmnl80]

The playlist is now available on Spotify, Amazon Music and other streaming services under Babyface vs. Teddy Riley!

[@pico.manengo]

The love & respect between these 2 absolute legends... 👑🐐

[@mikeshaledlow1631]

Trevor thank you for this interview. Love your show. So good! 😊You're helping during this quarantine. Smiled during the whole interview. 💜 R&B👏👏👏😊💜

[@PacManFc-jj9iy]

Trevor you the only person that is giving me a laugh during this pandemic

[@amw7828]

PacMan9001 Fc 💯

[@funtimeforfun7486]

True

[@Askanison29]

I love that they are fans of each other snd respect each others work.

[@Accordingtokia]

Now Teddy’s internet works???? 😂

[@mizzpicklezz]

LOL!!!!

[@msladylovathensga2624]

Now Teddy is being humble. I'm on an Android phone my internet is excellent. Babyface can talk just like Michael.

[@msladylovathensga2624]

We know wassup with Teddy internet & he will never admitted. Let's all applaud & appreciate them both it was fun. Facts: Babyface won❤ 🏅🏆

[@MG-wc6nk]

Kia Cokely It was still glitching lol

[@arianeguyton3544]

His kids probably finally stop by to teach him how to work his phones

[@prayzqueen]

What a “feel good” interview! Sooo refreshing to watch iconic gentle giants move with such grace and respect and humility! Makes me proud that they represent my era..... 🥰 🥰 🥰

[@ShervyseSmiles]

That night was everything 🙌🏽❤️👏🏽 Had such a great time!

[@nursem65]

It was great. They are both excellent writers, producers and singers.

[@latashabramlett8823]

The love and admiration Teddy Riley has for Babyface is beautiful because you can see it's genuine.

[@Ricoswayve1]

This is so magical and so extraordinary uplifting to us all. Especially if you really love music. Thanks guys.

[@SensuousO]

Absolutely loved the battle it was legendary they created songs that will last forever through many many generations. Love u Babyface and Teddy Riley. My sister and I had a wonderful time dancing, singing and reminiscing that night. Thank you❤

[@itisfiya5729]

Wow Babyface aged very well!

[@MsPatriciaBillings]

Trevor Noah is such a good interviewer.

[@MsJoviNow]

Great interview Trevor 🥰🥰 this was amazing! This was a genuine and humbling interview for a historical event ❤️

[@kenyafromcali]

Perfect! Thank you! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@davidcarbone3385]

Awesome interview !!! Thank-you, Trevor!

[@melissacadena1939]

Need this more than ever!

[@missfancy8365]

Omg ! I love this so much and this is so great to connect people to one another. Love Babyface and Teddy 💗

[@blessedk77]

These men helped to create babies. They also created classics. Respect the Kings!

[@networkengineertechchic5018]

Great Legends‼️

[@moniqueshanique]

Wtf is going on in Teddy Riley’s background?! He still being extra asf!😂😂😂

[@MegaSturrup]

How is he extra idgi?

[@juanitachristine3672]

Still 🤣🤣🤣

[@carlosmakgato8404]

What an awesome interview.

[@LyndaStarr]

This was one of the most epic experiences I've ever seen in my life! Seeing these two kings share their catalogue and appreciate each other's music was extremely inspiring!

[@diamantesgoodeatz4489]

Thanks Trevor this was a great interview 🥰

[@MG-wc6nk]

Who else got pregnant listening to Babyface spoke 🤣🤣🤣🤰🏽🤰🏽🤰🏽

[@kokomel23]

🙌🏾 yasssss girl!! 😂

[@phunchurchgirl]

His music definitely help give my daughter life

[@alonzojohnson7007]

Kings of music......

[@MrMClivo]

These guys set the bar so high and I'm honoured to have grown up in the same arra they did and I still cherish the music they produced over the years. Their music bring so many good memories. There's lot of crap music these days. When I think of the 90s, I think of Babyface. His music dominated the charts. He worked as a man who is possesed. Teddy Riley changed the game.

[@jamaalcurry8990]

Trevor gives great interviews

[@ItsBrittanyLajoyce]

Such grace and class for from this interview

[@tryingtohit10kwithoutconte51]

Anyone else watching youtube alll dayy long while stuck at home??

[@_A-gx1lx]

Yes

[@blessedk77]

Yep, watching Teddy and Guy clips all day.

[@juliekhoo1467]

Just watching these two legendary artists is truly amazing and magical. Love you guys‼️💛💜💙

[@leigh-annefynn1145]

Ameni!

[@lornagreen8961]

Sooooooooo much heart in this interview...thank you COVID!!

[@brb7919]

What a great interview. Thank you for just letting them talk, Trevor. So much joy.

[@jmtate001]

Trevor thanks for doing this. This is the interview I wanted to see with these two icons. Their gratitude like you said and mutual respect and love for their fans really shows. They honestly were a light for me and so many during this dark time. I was reminded of great music and we'll never forget how that Verzuz battle made us feel.

[@lacakes87b49]

Great Interview Trevor! Love both Teddy & Face Music. The Battle was all in Fun. It was Great! All their Songs are🔥🔥

[@ambercain2391]

Great interview. Loved the battle! They equally have amazing songs and I love them both ♥️ I have to add that Babyface still looks so good! ✨😍

[@tonyataylor420]

This was definitely a respectable moment in IG history that created a vibe. Salute!

[@mekabrant4591]

Thanks for putting this together Trevor!

[@corneliuswhite5139]

It was a beautiful thing.

[@annye7187]

I love babyface. He so cool, so sexy, even at 62. i was expecting him to play " How come, How long" with Stevie Wonder

[@LC-uz6em]

I've always loved Babyface but now wow. Both of these men are amazing.

[@stephtrader4662]

So good!

[@jewellysingstheBest]

AMAZING BOTH OF THEM ARE AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@hudamusa9018]

I looooove 🧠👁👁❤️ The daily show ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ariahlea]

Love this type of content as well Trev 🔥🙌🏽 Their music really did inspire several generations! #Legendary

[@morenaso1]

Why does Teddy always have visual or audio problems? Even his background now is blurry

[@carlatoles-anthony3229]

Talent, humility, and awesome voices. Thank you gentleman 💞

[@amberts180]

LA could never be replaced but a Babyface-Teddy era would have added something special to the era also.

[@rysun8709]

Trevor needs to interview RZA and Primier, that was a good battle

[@TAJATee]

🍹🍹🍹💃💃💃💃This is SO BEAUTIFUL!🥰 IT TOOK A VIRUS TO BRING OUT SUCH POSITIVITY! WE WOULD'VE NEVER SEEN THIS !!!!🍨🍨🍨💝💝💝💝

[@InstantClassic8]

Thanks for this. It was a great night, for sure

[@camagwiniwawasokani3053]

Yazi for me these guys are the discription of love music how to be in love to be loved ❤️😍🎶💞

[@Bilnation]

Saturday Night: The memes won Monday Night: The MUSIC won

[@cliffco823]

Check out the Clarence Avant documentary on Netflix. That guy is the bomb and responsible for A LOT of the careers of the artist we love.

[@SensuousO]

Babyface keep coming online loved seeing you play your guitar on live. I would love to see Teddy and Blackstreet playing on live that would be so cool. Fans want to see more of you❤

[@MarcoV_dj]

Two all time great producers and one very good host.

[@HighHeelKnight]

It is awesome that Teddy Riley looks like the guy from the SOUL movie from Pixar.

[@yng1976]

Great interview loved it

[@Kekegitau]

Trevor Noah really from the bottom of my heart thank you !! Beautiful interview beautiful guests ! This is legendary ♥️ Kenneth Brian Edmonds•DescriptionEdward Theodore Riley ! Asante from Kenya 🇰🇪 with love ❤️

[@brittdavis1]

Babyface will forever be my fave 🤤

[@TheCinnirella]

Why does Teddy Riley always do so much?! Lol. Did he have to have a blurred background?! Bless his heart.

[@Gale4ce1]

Love both of them!