Matt Rife tackles the humor and hustle behind dreams in "Lucid: A crowd work special"

The super star stand up discusses his latest hour premiering Tuesday on Netflix as well as recent battles with exhaustion, the rise of his comedy career and upcoming book "You're Mom's Gonna Love Me"
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[@susanyoung6632]

Matt, you have redefined the meaning of the 'comedy' we are familiar with. You are a breath of fresh air!

[@tammylauber4224]

This kid is so freaking funny!! I’m 62 & love his comedy! Congratulations Matt!! Keep it coming!!!❤

[@DebraBeazley]

Matt, thank you for sharing your generous and authentic talents. I am 68, and your humor gives me joy. I look forward to watching you every day. Love who you are in the world.

[@shanecampbell5100]

Matt your crowd work is impeccable!!! I hope to one day be able to attend one of your shows!!! I truly enjoy how you take time to include so many different people in your show and make them feel special ♥️ You seem so genuine and kind. It makes it easy to love the person you are🥰

[@DonnaShank-fj9cj]

What an awesome interview. The outlook this man has. He has gone so far, and I love that he is honest about his anxieties which makes those of us dealing with that feel ok. Sometimes it's as much of a stress trigger to know we deal with that. Matt has brought joy to my life and I really needed it. At my age, laughter and smiling is very important and healthy. Much love to Matt.

[@whirlhoof5117]

Totally agree 😁 You should also check out Adam Ray. Funny, great with crowd, after his shows he always offers photo opps and talks to fans. Good guy, good comedy . He also does a show Dr. Phil live and Matt was one of the guests...so funny 😂😂❤❤

[@claudetteforrester3277]

Great interview with Matt..he is so upfront and unapologetic with so many explanations on his success and how he is learning all the time through his journey..I have nothing but admiration for this guy who’s had so much to deal with in having so many knocks and still managed to get to the place that has now come to fruition..just please learn to sleep 😴 🙏🏽😊🥰

[@JazzyJay0218]

Laughter is very healing. ❤

[@marniepalmerin2041]

How handsome he is...such talent, humility and quick response

[@barbarahasenauer2630]

OMG ...I'M 71 AND I LOVE THIS KID SOOOOO.MUCH

[@AuntDebbie-z6f]

Myself!!!

[@TrixGrace-xn6sw]

Have you seen what he's said about women behind the scenes? Misogyny is hilarious!! Right? RIGHT?!?!

[@betsybabf748]

@@TrixGrace-xn6sw Bend way over and reach up. You'll probably be able to feel the stick. Pull it out, and you'll feel so much better, and probably will be far less annoying. 😂😂

[@marilynmacias-mb3ye]

@@TrixGrace-xn6swwhat did he say?🤔

[@TrixGrace-xn6sw]

@betsybabf748 Matt Rife never gonna give you his stick, baby. Remember, he don't like mudflaps- it look like you got some big ole mudflaps on you!!

[@Topgunphoto]

Having seen Matt in Boston and all his specials, there is no one quicker on the crowd with a comeback that's so funny. You have to love how he treats everyone that same, no issues making fun of anyone because people know he's only joking. When he runs into the crowd to take a selfie with the handicapped fans it's heard warming.

[@violetnoyes]

I think Matt's success lies in his ability to reflect. He understands reflection upon oneself is so important, and he has understood this at a young age. Excellent young man! He will be interesting to watch over the next 30 years.

[@JulieSmith-p1k]

He is so original 😊 hope his career takes off hugely as he deserves it x hope fame doesn’t change how humble he is 😍

[@betsybabf748]

He got unfairly torn apart after his first Netflix special because people were looking to to bash him. Whenever someone really succeeds, there is an unfortunately sector of miserable people seeking to tear them down. He is so talented, and I'm glad he stepped right back, doing crowdwork, an area where he has skill at a level that most comedians don't have. If he is already this good in his 20s, there is no limit to how good he can get with decades of experience still in front of him.

[@sarahb7795]

His first special was fantastic! This new one was a flop. It just wasn’t anywhere near as funny as the first one unfortunately.

[@ConsistencyWins444]

👸🏽🇹🇹I recently saw something about becoming famous and money success. It's a breeding ground for abuse. The famous person gets picked on and situated in double binds. It will be unfair for most of his life.

[@morena162]

That kid is a misogynistic s.o.b and he can take a long walk on a short bridge.

[@sylviaplath1858]

I love stand up comedy in its many forms. That said, when I first saw Matt's stand up back in the day when he was rolling with All Def, I thought his material and everything was hilarious! He offered an interesting perspective. Over time, I noticed the crowds seemed to be simping for him, desperate to be engaged by him. He was still telling jokes around that time. More and more, his audience seemed to turn into thirsty ladies and lads who wanted to gaze upon him and be graced by his attention. From there, the last show of his that I watched featured an audience of people aching to be chosen next. That trajectory is wonderful for his career and for those people who enjoy his present style of comedy, but I can't help feeling kind of bummed out that he ended up doing his comedy in this way that seems to stifle it. Of course, this is all merely my personal opinion. He's a super funny dude, but thirsty people couldn't stop the objectification for one second to let the dude tell jokes. I've no doubt that crowd work is hard, but having your comedy kind of atrophy because the audience can't accept attractive and funny at the same time can be a little bit disappointing. Some of his audiences come off as groupies who will abandon ship as soon as they aren't conversationally centered at his shows anymore. Maybe not; I don't know. I just love stand up, and I appreciate talented comedians; so it just kind of sucks to see someone good become pigeonholed -- even if they are successful at the thing they're pigeonholed into. It's also interesting to see how or in which ways people defend him, when they may not even bother with the comedy that he did when he was telling his stories and sharing his perspectives more directly. I hope that people continue to support him (and other comedians in the same boat) if he opts for a different comedy format in the future.

[@ConsistencyWins444]

@@sylviaplath1858 👸🏽🇹🇹I don’t know if you’re familiar with the author Malcolm Gladwell. He writes for the New Yorker and has whole genre of books he invented. I think that if Matt continues to reinvent what Comedy is he could breakthrough the stereotypes people have about Comedy and Comedians. He could create a genre or something of that nature like Malcolm Gladwell. We as the audience member would have to be open to him. It would mean not comparing him to the past or comparing him to other Comedians. People show-up in the clearing you are for them. I did want to comment on the thirsty part. Something you may not be aware of is the effects of chemistry on women. The perception of Matt is that he has the highest status a man could have. The highest status is the most famous, handsome and rich man you can locate. The mode for women will be to capture that man. It starts with his attention. The best I could do about this is warn him. He’s well aware that he being interact with in this way. And it’s self-expression to be on stage. The best he can do is separate his personal and professional life. For the thirsty women please don’t fault them. Chemistry turns us into the worse version of ourselves. It has men and women have sex with people they don’t like. It’s the reason why we have to teach safe sex. Chemistry is always happening and it’s even more disturbing for men. They are always reeling in their sexual attraction to us. Think of it like a dog trying to control the impulse not to lick a persons face, that is how sexual attraction is for men. So much at play during a live interactive performance.

[@stacieraghunandan3167]

Matt Riff has become one of my favorite rising stars. I wish him nothing but success and happiness.

[@ConsistencyWins444]

👸🏽🇹🇹 I wonder what would happen if we said that to someone whom needs it.

[@tazzi6269]

I'm happy to be a fan of yours! You have brought me out of sadness to laughing so many times! Thank you so very much for being you! Much love! ❤

[@DonnaCarr-o5p]

❤ you are great with all the people so quick with the crowd love watching you ❤

[@Cuspofrevolution]

Comedy is a healer. As someone prone to emotional outbursts i can become very negative and low fast so comedy is my go too to snap me out of it. Instant endorphins does it everytime. 😅 need more greats like matt who understand the power in that 😊

[@lindacoleman9492]

Incredibly quick mind. He can turn on a dime and he’s brilliant! Love him. ❤❤❤

[@DianaClouse-io4lt]

Matt, you never cease to amaze me!! Love you! Come to Myrtle Beach!!!😍🥰❤️

[@TeresaBallard-h9q]

Love the crowd work show - the interactions are great! Never know what will be said! You got it Matt - you know how to control the people! ❤️

[@captainbarbosa6567]

Great interview 🤩 You deserve all the success and happiness Matt😍✨💯 and Sleep, you deserve good sleep too😍😅🙏

[@dianaspy6733]

Brilliant young man!❤🎉

[@deloreshoschouer1948]

I have already pre-ordered your book on Amazon! I love everything about you, and wish you can live your best life! Delores

[@tammybrantley6262]

He’s quick and very entertaining!

[@dawnschipps8891]

This man is incredibly great, love him more and would love to go see him personally

[@maurawhelan3530]

Wishing Matt the best! So genuine hope the industry doesn’t crush him. Take care of yourself Matt ! You first now relax and enjoy your hard work…you are so young enjoy!

[@DonnaCarr-o5p]

❤ you are going to make it in movies to Matt ❤

[@melissarock7465]

Great interview babe ❤

[@yvonnecallus4847]

Matt you're doing so well keep it up ❤👏🙂🤗

[@lilyraiyne9225]

His crowd work is one of the best! Definitely his forte'!!! So happy for you Matt!👏❤

[@Diana-cc4ps]

❤ Love me some Matt ❤

[@infiniteempath]

This was hilarious! Laughed so hard! 🤣🤣🤣

[@LalaSummerlin]

Ive just found u and cant stop watching you more then once...very funny 🤣🤣🤣

[@sherryw1919]

Matt has universal appeal ... he's smart, quick & hilarious. Can't wait to see him in his first film. Guessing he's a natural talent.

[@YvonneCallus]

Matt your awesome and speak the truth well said 👏

[@marniepalmerin2041]

Matt is a genius, so 7:26 and very real.. hope is surrounded by those who truly have his health and personal life for his best self at top of their list. He is an amazing talent, but I'm bummed checked his schedule for rest on 24...don't see a LA.on the list..I'm saving up to buy a front seat area!!!!

[@titchxx1987]

I love you Matt Riff , Make me your wife 😂❤ you are my new FAVOURITE comedian!! Sending well wishes from the UK xx

[@pamwilliams7836]

I love you Matt ! You are hilarious! I enjoy you so much. Best wishes for your contributions success.

[@DonnaCarr-o5p]

❤Matt is the best ❤

[@Aikouchiha4209]

@mattrife I love you. I hope you keep doing what you are you’re a good you’re mind and inspiration to everybody

[@elsaduplessis1983]

I don't miss a video on KZbin. Watching from South Africa

[@kasiasustaita9032]

Watching this to pregame the special !!!

[@sushyangelica850]

Let's go, Matt!

[@lindakingsley8250]

God will take this man far. I see a movie star in the works for sure. I pray he stays sincere.

[@JazzyJay0218]

Baby boy God has big things planned for you! 💖💖

[@annettenorwood]

Matt Rife is a genius , I just love his comedy.❤

[@jsfallenangel]

❤just love

[@sandrarainey1019]

You make me 😂😂

[@montemiller3447]

Please stay healthy! Take Monday and Tuesdays off so you don't burn out and can last as long as Bob Hope and Jerry Lewis. Spare yourself, Dude. Love, always.

[@KayWeatherly]

LOVE IT !!!!! KW

[@kasiasustaita9032]

HES COMING OUT WITH A BOOK? YESSS

[@lindsaymacali9094]

Congrats to you! May you far in life !

[@jenifermayben9144]

Matt will be doing movies soon. He played Flash in Halloween flick BLACK PUMPKIN

[@pattyorourke842]

Awesome Matt Rife .

[@susanyoung6632]

I love Matt in "Burb Patrol"

[@TimberKiser]

Matt Rife You are such a unique masterpiece don't let anyone ever tell you any different if people don't understand your outlook don't blink an eye God has a plan set for you that in time will even make you be surprised that you have reached that place in life keep living your dream don't give up on you because I and millions others will never give up on you. I know that you are god ultimate masterpiece take care of you thanking of you always and best wish to you

[@ChristelB-fk1hb]

MATT RIFE yes Please YOU CAN DO IT.

[@JosephTomaszewski]

❤❤❤❤❤Matt Rife, we, your fans and family 🌹🎚️🎚️💖💖 wish you guys the very best of luck 🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞 with your life and career 😂😂😂😂.

[@JazzyJay0218]

Matty-bear! ❤😂

[@myrnadevore5461]

He speaks so eloquently. And, I love that he obviously believes in God.

[@AuntDebbie-z6f]

Fabulous interview!! Hugs Aunt ddebi

[@TrixGrace-xn6sw]

He's a misogynist!! Thanks, Aunt Debbie!??!

[@yvonnecallus4847]

Matt you're so hilarious well done 👏👏👏👏😅😅😅😅

[@Norma-k7f]

Your so awesome Matthew Steven Rife, so happy for you🌹 10:56pm Tuesday night

[@KittyTwisterXxL]

8:56 Wednesday night

[@Andrea-b1g1z]

Good afternoon ❤❤❤😂😂😂🎉🎉🎉

[@Andrea-b1g1z]

@mattrife

[@Andrea-b1g1z]

Spread eagle old Chicago baby 🎉

[@Andrea-b1g1z]

Lucid dream of you coming over

[@Andrea-b1g1z]

Meeting off tinder exchanging jokes 😂😂😂

[@Andrea-b1g1z]

Tell me it isn't true

[@francinepower4100]

💝

[@ayoung54]

😍so funny

[@KayWeatherly]

SOOO CUTE!

[@NicoleParnell]

Proud of you Matt! Way to work through the msm bull****

[@sherrymotyl6770]

I LOVE HIM

[@uliaritonang9252]

Stay in your line....and please please don't sell your soul for fame. God bless you Matt...❤from Indonesia

[@gingergard579]

Matt you are absolutely fantastic comedian and you are cute

[@CherylMarkle-j3w]

Oh yeah fun

[@sindymaricic7369]

❤❤

[@katyguertin2891]

Saw u Sunday live in ottawa .. absolutely love ur set but the set up sucked .. i use a cane to walk n had to walk over 5blocks.. they wouldnt let ppl get dropped off at the door plus there was 9000 plus ppl it was wayyyyyyy to big the ppl in the back could barely hear u but i still loved the show xo

[@rayray5911]

My Dream Babe.

[@MichelleGarcia-th1jh]

Matty please come back to me

[@lindakingsley8250]

23:36

[@thefoxeshideaway]

This poor guy needs to sleep, might I suggest a bear tranquilizer lol!! Please, please take care of yourself, man.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

You mean like Musk on ketamine?

[@PraiseTheMostHigh4HeisKing]

Will have to rewatch and pay attention. Was with a group of friends talking. But TBH I think the “stand up” comic approach works better for him. Seemed almost too intimate at times.

[@notactive1894]

What a dork

[@dennisehatfield8174]

Love u kid. Please shave

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Kid doesn't need to.

[@morena162]

Really??? Mr nice guy is not so nice. Misogynistic to the bone.,

[@ConsistencyWins444]

👸🏽🇹🇹 I notices that anyone who is famous is in therapy. I wonder are these people in need of therapy? Fame seems to a bad environment for anyone and a breeding ground for exploitation/ abuse. I don’t think all famous people are crazy. I think they reside in crazy making environment.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Matt is a survivor, & from an early age. William Styron & Myrna Loy wrote that early death of a parent threatened their well-being decades later, Rife works his way through grief. Therapy means he's attempting to deal with it, that is not a bad thing. James Lipton pointed out that most of the stars he interviewed were from broken homes, Matt knew from an early age this is what he wanted to do & unlike most of the rest of us he has fulfilled his dreams. May he continue to do so.

[@ConsistencyWins444]

@@unowen-nh9ov there are only 3 things we can control in life. How we speak, how we listen and how we be.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

​@@ConsistencyWins444You must be very young.

[@ConsistencyWins444]

@@unowen-nh9ov 46 years old and in therapy since I was 5 years old. Every member of my family is either a junkie or personality disorder diagnosis. I've been their support system. 90 day rehabs. Multiple mental hospitalization. I've done group therapy, programs and over 20 years personal growth and development workshop. I've been asked by psychiatrist and therapist to become a professional in the mental health field. I understand it from perspective social worker. A bad environment is a bad environment. It will breed abuse, mental disarray and break a person down. The Entertainment Industry is notorious for taking advantage a person like Matt Rife. The industry is crazy making and fame is not good for human development.