Kevin Gates Interview with Damon Campbell

Never a dull moment with Kevin Gates. I sat down with the XXL Freshman during his "By Any Means" tour stop at The Shelter in Detroit for what could be described as perhaps his most vulnerable interview to date ("I'ma talk about things in this interview I never talk with any other interviewer about."), as the Louisiana native chose to open up about the triggers of his depression, being ridiculed by his peers growing up, as well as his overall mindstate and perspectives on life.
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Shot by Aaron Klisman and Adam Fynke
Edited by Aaron Klisman

[@TJaebeom]

This dude has helped me a lot with life, just simply learning more about myself as an individual. Shout out to this dude Damon for being a great interviewer.

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Tay That's amazing man, so awesome to hear! Hopefully this could contribute a bit. Really appreciate the kind words, thanks for watching!

[@reaniebabyy4387]

he helped me to he a real intelligent dude I learned a lot from him

[@ChrisJonesBeats]

Same 🔥 good interview and Gates really opened up to em

[@skaterbakerwoods5530]

This interviewer was smart enough to keep up with him that’s why it was a straight forward interview .

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Preciate the kind words man, thanks for watching!

[@ricojackson3021]

@@DamonCampbellTV You Think You Can Get A Second Interview On Him To How's Life Has Been Since This Interview Because You Did Some Good Homework In My Opinion This The Best One Gates Ever Did It's Up There With That 2Pac Vibe Magazine Interview Please Try Yo Best To Get Him Back Up There🙏🏾

[@DamonCampbellTV]

@@ricojackson3021 thanks so much, I’m really glad you enjoyed it. Yes, I need to make it happen. Stay tuned!

[@AbdulKarim-ur5zv]

I wish one day you would have me there

[@LaChaky]

🔥🙌🏽🦅💪🏽🪶🔥

[@jasminenixon9979]

I commend this interviewer. He did his homework and personally connected with Kevin energetically. Best interviewer I have seen and best interview I have seen/heard Kevin vibe with and naturally flow and synchronize with.

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Wow, thank you for the kind words Jasmine, they really mean a lot. So glad you enjoyed this!

[@tonylavern901]

Yeah this one of his best and most positive interviews

[@derricklowe140]

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[@MrHustleSwag]

The REAL BIG SPEAKER at first kept some distance .. he almost judged a book by his cover because I’ve seen other asian female & a white duds or two ask him some stupid questions that he’s answered 97 times. With real/smart/purebred aka thoroughbred dudes, super book smart & mentions the street smarts damn near always in a form of hint or a “saying” 😂 | GATES + BREAD | WINNERS | ENFORCER | & one thing that’s above all those things... ALLAH IS THE GREATEST ☪️ 🕌 🕋 📿🧿 if u could hangout with anyone, definitely visit all of Middle East with this brother. You’d have to question & pick his 🧠 because this is just a sample video, imagine him without cameras rollin’ INSHALLAH he stays healthy & living for 200 years ! PEACE ✌🏼 & ALLAH 💫 🌙

[@Twist930]

Man he's so intelligent I could listen to him all day no homo

[@SPACEDOUT19]

Twist930 what's homo about that? KG is a really smart person, and he helped me a lot in finding myself and changing my vision of the world and things

[@dragonrescue9113]

Twist930 I fuck wit em

[@BizzyGenius]

this is probably the best gates interview. this is the only one that gives different insight

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Really glad you enjoyed it man, thanks for watching!

[@BizzyGenius]

Damon Campbell no problem. keep being yourself bro

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Yessir!

[@djdyme5808]

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[@djdyme5808]

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[@jeffwerner9876]

Hes a cool dude.. What he said about being passionate about stuff so he stumbles over words sometimes is true... You can tell, because he says things then corrects himself real quick. Not because he said it wrong the first time, but because he realizes he said it in a way the person hes talking to might take it the wrong way.

[@joa213]

Can't believe this doesn't have more views. The best Gates interview by far. Great research and questions.

[@DamonCampbellTV]

jo a Preciate that! Technically it's a re-upload and the main video is on HotNewHipHop's channel with over 100K views, but either way I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@AKSourGod]

Great Interview Damon #Salute

[@Mrtaylor4180]

Glad someone did some research before interviewing this man 💯 good job

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks Taylor! Preciate you checking this out 🙏🏻

[@MrTankkiller]

+Damon Campbell we need another gates interview 🙏🏼

[@DamonCampbellTV]

+charlie kennedy thanks man, I agree. Stay tuned!

[@CinemaRhymes]

+Damon Campbell I watched all of KGs interviews and this one of the best ones, you asked the right questions and got his respect from the beginning. Great Job

[@DamonCampbellTV]

+Sincere Scott thanks for the support man, really glad you enjoyed it!

[@shaniquabrown8245]

And he agreed with everything all the other interviews he was like nooooooo! 😂😂

[@breidacv3383]

I have this interview downloaded. One of Kevin’s best interview and a huge part in that was the interviewer. Good job

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Really appreciate the kind words, I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@lilbam19]

kevin gates has helped me get to know myself, we're the same in so many ways

[@ClifSoulo]

Amazing interview. Much respect

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Clif Soulo Glad you enjoyed it man, thanks for watching!

[@shaniquabrown8245]

I can tell he felt good vibes from you just from him actually shaking your hand ! Good interview! I cringed on all the rest lol but this was good

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Really appreciate the feedback, Shaniqua! Glad to hear you enjoyed it!

[@sblive7239]

I love this Kevin Gates interview, definetly one of the best Gates interviews out there, he is always envoking wisdom.

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks so much for the kind words Steve, really glad you enjoyed it!

[@dragonrescue9113]

SB LIVE gates got the heads up on anything before he tell it midnight falls straight up 🐅

[@keveionebible3820]

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[@davidcapio5783]

intelligent interview, I get it

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for watching, David!

[@AnonymousCryptoGuy]

You always find things out about people that no one else seems to know... you defiantly do your homework. great interview man... expected this from you. One of the best interviewers + one of the most powerful speakers = best interview ever!

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Nick Amodei Wow, thank you Nick. Really appreciate the kind words man, I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@michaelable9617]

Future naurdwar

[@jonathanmoises694]

I've watched endless of Kevin Gates interviews. This man is a genius..

[@benjaminkiedyszko9859]

This guy really did an amazing job with the interview. Hats off fr 👏🏽

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks so much Ben, I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@gregheffley2113]

This is the best gates interview

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for watching Garett, really glad you enjoyed it!

[@JERMAINE650]

Great interview my man

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Hey thanks man, glad you enjoyed it!

[@rubenjimenez1327]

Iv watch almost every Kevin gates interviews and this is probably the best one you can tell you did your research.

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for the kind words Ruben, I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@SterkOfficialPage]

Great interview man, always good to see two minds connect and speak of high intelligance and views of life ...kevin gates is the only artist i listen to , i suffer depression as well ...my thought patterns , are just as relatable as his ...such positive energy i feel when i hear him speak, very appreciated . As for you damon, you did an amazing interview !

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for watching Diego, really appreciate the kind words! I'm glad we could make it happen for ya!

[@meditativedestinations3117]

I love the way Kevin Gates have the ability to articulate himself pertaining to his self-awareness about himself, if that makes any sense?! He stands in his truth and he accepts himself as himself and is able to articulate his authenticity about himself which I find very impressive 👏👏👏.

[@shawnp1021]

I have to check out more of your work, most people don't understand how to interview Kevin Gates. you can't interview every artist the same way. good job.

[@DamonCampbellTV]

So true, everyone's stories and personalities are different. I'm glad we were able to mesh. Really appreciate the support, Shawn!

[@shawnp1021]

+Damon Campbell you should come interview me. you ever come to Baltimore?

[@dragonrescue9113]

Shawn Price 🤟he in their none stop I’m sayin really really

[@Iamhakeemomari]

To me this is Kevin Gates Top 3 interview

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks so much Keemy, I’m glad you enjoyed it. Appreciate you watching!

[@vteknique]

“He too smart, he read books and he a gangster” legendary 💯

[@dragonrescue9113]

Conundrum Records straight legendary book worm guy. 🤟💪🏻

[@KEVINNC17]

The best interview the research and the back and forth conversation is the best it’s a must coming back to rewatch ever once and a while

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks so much Kevin, that really means a lot. Appreciate you watching and glad you’re enjoying it!

[@JG-xb4ty]

Wow! Wow! Wow! 🙌 This has some real depth in it. Well done Damon! This is different. I felt very consumed with Kevin wisdom and for you to actually able to follow and connect with that. Hands down!

[@DamonCampbellTV]

One of my personal favorites. Thanks for checking it out, Jhona!

[@underestimatedexplanation2632]

Dam this was 1 of the best interviews til this day! He actually asked different ?s an gates respected that! 💯

[@DamonCampbellTV]

So glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@underestimatedexplanation2632]

Only a tru fan would ask the ?s Would be great if you guys would link up again!

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Definitely one of my favorite artists, and yea for sure I gotta make it happen thanks!

[@Grind111]

Dope didn’t ask generic questions

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@albanpig3]

This whole conversation is sooo complex. surprised it didnt have more views

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for the kind words! It's actually a re-upload (original on HotNewHipHop's channel) so I'm glad it's received as many as it has!

[@the3rdpowerwave710]

Peep how he use the mirror effect at 16:32. Nigga smart and very observant

[@Atlstreetpodcast2.0]

degree in psychology

[@youtubecomment2328]

Jubei Hymes oh yeah. He saw dude mirror him with the hand movement then threw it right back at him

[@yungin1839]

Constantly come back to this interview! So many gems 💎 Hey Damon could you do another interview with Kevin Gates again??? He’s had a lot of growth since this interview.

[@DamonCampbellTV]

@@yungin1839 thanks for watching man, I’m glad you’re enjoying it. Stay tuned!

[@trishak1521]

This interviwer is amazing he did his homework Kevin is comfortable great job!!!

[@kiraa2sweet]

This was a great interview never met d.Campbell but he asked great questions God bless your youtube show & Shout Out to K.G. A.k.a KEVIN GATEŚ ... iloveyou Këvīń GætzzzzzzzzzzzZż

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks so much for watching, I appreciate the kind words! Really glad you enjoyed it!

[@drebodollaz3504]

You need to get him back on.

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks man, I agree!

[@baskin_clarence]

Easily my favorite Gates interview!!! Shout out to the interviewer....I thought he was going to be wack and intimidated by Gates. No disrespect

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thank you man, really glad you enjoyed it!

[@MrChangeordie]

See this is the kind of interviewer Gates doesn't mind...he asked good questions, these questions were above the average questions that I seen Gates answering in other interviews....introverts dont care for small meaningless talk, we are more stimulated by intellectual conversations.

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for watching Kaleb, appreciate the kind words!

[@socillizt4life]

As different as the interviewer & ‘Gates might seem on the surface they have far more in common,I’ve never seen him connect or lower his guard with any member of the “mainstream” press as much as he does with this guy

[@Michael-tc5ec]

white boy was throwing some vauge bullshit at him but kevin still managed to speak intelligently despite that, I fuck with it. Damon obviously been studying up on kevin and recognizes his intellect so its cool he came at him with some actual thought but he seemed super vauge.

[@ra-abkiki7441]

Not your typical gangsta rapper,much respect for this dude.looking forward to him growing as a rapper.

[@optical.odyssey]

Best interviewer iv'e heard in a while. I like the questions he asked

[@TheChameleon2008]

Great interview even 4 years after release.

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@TheChameleon2008]

No, thank you for making great content and doing good research before going into a interview with the artists. Also i really like that you pick quality content over quantity so thats why you get my sub so keep up the good work bro!

[@dianawillison661]

Still one of my favorite Gates interview had to come back. Great questions man you were made to interview people man

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks so much for the kind words Diana, they really mean a lot. So glad you enjoyed the interview and are able to look back on it!

[@zanci99]

lmao white guy bout to shit himself the way gates lookin at him :D :D :D

[@jamarexford5978]

MAN KEVIN GATES FRIED AS HELL HE TALKIN ABOUT "HE DON'T SAY R.I.P. TO THE DEAD" (ON 5 MIN) ON THE INTERVIEW THEN (ON 12:25 MIN) HE SAY R.I.P. TO HIS GRAND DADDY FRIED JIVE TURKEY HE SEEM LIKE TRUE PLAYER THOUGH.... GOD BLESS THE MAN AND HIS WORK THOUGH!!!!!

[@L.A-Inferno]

Jamar Exford i thought the same as u.

[@samuellizius6199]

The dude is great interviewer

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for the kind words man, really appreciate the support!

[@EricTonk]

this interviewer is a boss!!! so is KG

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Eric Tonk Preciate the support Eric!

[@Marcocappp]

Hey Damon , I never comment but he never had a interview better with anyone else, you think you can try to bring him on with you again ?

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks so much for taking the time to write, I really appreciate the kind words. Probably my favorite conversation I’ve ever had, so I’ll definitely try for another. Thanks for watching!

[@Marcocappp]

Damon Campbell AWESOME ! He's grown alot mentally its amazing, but it seem like he loved your energy

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thank you for saying that. We definitely seemed to connect really well for whatever reason. And yea, I think enough time has passed that we’ll have much more to discuss when we chat next for sure!

[@Marcocappp]

@@DamonCampbellTV Cool, Keep me updated!

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Will do!

[@willwitt4643]

Real recognize real #idgt Kevin for life

[@dvsn1tv210]

This was brilliant

[@DamonCampbellTV]

So glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!

[@dvsn1tv210]

Damon Campbell Appreciate the love✊🏾

[@drmonea]

kelvin gates is a very intelligent person.

[@leehooka3778]

Wat grey Cadillac? bitch I drive Honda's

[@nikevans7693]

interviewer from heaven

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for watching! 🙏🏻

[@brandonmosley3603]

Good interview, i fuck with the interviewer, and Gates always gives great answers and always speak real.

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for the kind words, Brandon!

[@howardbridge3141]

i can relate to kevins mindset so much he one of my favourite rappers and he appreciated your interview style for sure, he usually acts distant from interviews but he could tell u did ur homework and intended to have a fresh intelligent conversation not a generic interview, ur lucky to have talked to him on such a personal level he an interesting dude i really enjoyed watching this

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for watching, I’m glad you enjoyed it! Really appreciate the kind words!

[@howardbridge3141]

@@DamonCampbellTV thats whats up i just subbed after watching ur nipsey hussle interview and ur currensy/wiz interview keep doing your thing

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks so much man that means a lot, I appreciate the support! More to come, stay tuned!

[@princewatlington4672]

Kevin Gates is such a great interview. Always drops knowledge and different perceptions. Even better interview because the interviewer is also intelligent.

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Preciate the support man!

[@princewatlington4672]

Damon Campbell no doubt man. Keep doing your thing bro !

[@thedirtytwigshow]

What Damon does better then most interviewers is let the artist speak! He realizes he is the journalist not the star that's what makes his or rather your interviews so good! I'm a big gates supporter he's by far my top 3 artist right now in any genre and this is prob his best interview! Shout out gates! Good job Damon "anything lost can't be found again except for time wasted" #brasi #idgt

[@DamonCampbellTV]

"Two ears and one mouth, listen twice as much as you speak" haha thank you for the kind words! I'm really glad you enjoyed it. He's actually in my top three of any genre as well, so needless to say this was quite surreal, and I couldn't have asked for it to go any differently. Thank you again for the support, it means the world!

[@oscarcontreras5910]

Best gates interview

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks Oscar, really glad you enjoyed it. I appreciate you watching! 🙏🏻

[@oscarcontreras5910]

Damon Campbell fr bro u asked the best question!

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for the support man!

[@brolicbailo]

This is fire ! Bro knew lyrics and everything!

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@Kay-mb5lb]

You should do another interview with gates a part 2

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks Kay, one day! Appreciate you watching this one!

[@ganstaboii2332]

Amazing interview man. Asked alot of real questions and was prepared, made it interesting. Very nice. Kevin Gates is awesome, cant believe you mentioned flipping bricks . lmfao.

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks so much for watching, really appreciate the kind words!

[@KierraLovesHipsters]

Idk if it’s an Aquarius thing (those who believe in astrology) the overly analytical and replaying moments over and over but that hit so hard

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for watching, glad it connected with you.

[@codywashereasmr7436]

Some people have no idea how spiritually peaceful he was and is. His music gives the vibes we wanted so he can live in peace and stay at peace. Now thats a hustle, not making it and continuing the struggle like other people around his time. Thug is a good example

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for watching Cody!

[@reazallykhan8614]

I don’t age ,I got drug issue,depression and I love wear sports clothes... but I don’t like to watch sport and my grandma raised me ... and I’m motivated ...I relate 💯

[@adriancazares7766]

Great interview!

[@DamonCampbellTV]

adrian cazares so glad you enjoyed it Adrian! Thanks for watching!

[@jaygunn2579]

You should try to connect wit him again

[@DamonCampbellTV]

I agree, thanks for watching! Stay tuned! 🙏🏻

[@dariusmitc]

Damn good interview....I just wanna know what was your take on kevin gates insight on things and his logic?

[@DamonCampbellTV]

dariusmitc Thanks man, glad you enjoyed it! Probably the most interesting individual I've spoken to, and personally my favorite interview. Love that he was so open about everything.

[@BruhBruh-ui4bg]

Good shit brother U touched on real shit only with a great analysis 💯💯

[@DamonCampbellTV]

So glad you enjoyed it man, thanks for watching!

[@tonylavern901]

That man got some of the rarest eyebrows ever bro

[@Scewthaworld]

💀💀

[@chrisaziz1450]

“Anything lost can be found again except for time wasted “ ✨ great interview!

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Love that line… Thanks for watching, I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@andrewlomnick9091]

Real life

[@excrement8776]

I just love how damon actually knows this artist and brings up his old works and shit not just talking about "his new album"

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks so much, I appreciate you watching!

[@davidchavez8858]

get him back on this

[@DamonCampbellTV]

That's the plan! Thanks for watching, David.

[@Valencialashonda]

I would love to interview Gates. Love his logic

[@AbdulKarim-ur5zv]

Intelligent man love that❤❤❤

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@andrewlomnick9091]

Thank you so much boss

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for watching Andrew!

[@saucemasterdeco]

Very good interview

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it!

[@jeromelamarr3536]

Wow awesome from boths 😊🙏🏻💯

[@darrelllangford9777]

You need to do moreeee interviewewwsss!!!! Your Great homey💥

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks Darrell, really appreciate the support! More to come for sure, stay tuned! 🙏🏻

[@Popcornpaul34]

Incredible interview... would love to see more from these two

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for watching, I’m glad you enjoyed it! Stay tuned.

[@ahmed19225]

best interviewer such a down to earth guy, i dont like it when kevin keeps interrupting every interviewer he speaks to .. although he is a really wise guy who knows how to charm people into anything .. but this interrupting shit is just rude and a bunch of other small things which are hard to notice unless your a hardcore kevin gates fan .. but i still love him

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for the support Ahmed! Personally though as far as the interrupting goes I actually didn't mind because the goal is to get him to open up one way or another anyways. If anything I'm glad he was so engaged, 'cause the alternative could have been disinterest on his part. Never really know for sure how these things are gonna go though so you always gotta be on your toes, but I will say that all things considered, Gates was probably my favorite person to interview, and I look forward to doing another!

[@KingTooleyFilms]

Great job on this interview, most don't approach Gates with the right energy or interest.

[@zoreacting9339]

MY DAWG FORREAL

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for watching

[@doublerrec6609]

im the biggest fan ever man I listen to all his albums mixtapes followed him thrust his jail time this dude the realest in the game hands down and he don't get enough credit for it but im glad he truly blessed regardless... #FreeGates

[@Amanda-mh2cb]

He said he never said rest in peace 🥺 I look up to you man you’ve helped me through my depression, dont take back your words

[@kcary480]

Amazing interview!

[@hushamali7539]

dude Kevin be who do fuck is dat in us shirt shit

[@Scewthaworld]

Can you do another interview with Kevin Gates??

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Hopefully! 🙏🏻 Thanks for watching!

[@andrewlomnick9091]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jjmccloud]

Damn he even let dude touch him, he must've felt the dude cause he don't let to many people touch him. Especially that time in his life

[@andrewlomnick9091]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@lovejurri]

love

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@AbdulKarim-ur5zv]

❤

[@shaq2investment759]

+Damon Cambell,Keep it up my brotha.

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Preciate the support!

[@andrewlomnick9091]

❤❤❤❤

[@jakecantrell3893]

There's no mistake in the eyes god

[@dragonrescue9113]

Jake Cantrell god that ain’t nothing fuck it god I shall be there for the bwa be a member. Of their label. Gatesss a tiger

[@oportomadrid8026]

If it harms none, “do what thou wilt” - Kevin Gates

[@DamonCampbellTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@NoMorehandles214]

Man that's crazy...I tend to analyze things excessively also...to the point of being annoying...I dont fit in...but i love not fitting in...I am who I am...

[@leehooka3778]

I'm so depressed I slit the tires on my wife car, funky biotch