Lecrae Reunites With Tori Kelly (and they talk about it all)

Tori and I finally REUNITE in LA to talk about Tori's new album, the industry, and how Tori incorporates faith in her music. You don't wanna miss this one!
Let's go to the Deep End. 🤿
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Chapter Markers
0:00 - Introduction
1:06 - Just A Couple of Friends Talking About Hair
3:32 - How Lecrae And Tori's Paths Crossed, And How Tori Ended Up Here
7:02 - Tori And her Husband, Drè And The Opinions of Others
8:37 - Creating Music From/For The Church VS From/For The World
13:48 - Tori's New Album, And The Creative Thought Process Behind It
18:29 - Navigating Spaces With Wisdom And Maintaining Normalcy
24:56 - Get The BSide App
25:21 - Part of The In-Crowd: Insecurities And Acceptance
29:03 - A Real Deal Vocalist
31:25 - Tori's Musical Influences And Her Father's Role In Guiding Her
34:40 - Tori's Vocal Range: Is It Natural?
37:10 - Main Take Away From Tori's New Album
38:20 - Tori On Tour
40:50 - Tori And Lecrae Encourage One Another
43:00 - Conclusion
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[@LecraeOfficial]

Ya'll ready for this one? It's been a while! 👀🏊‍♀

[@user-xh4mn1qz2r]

Can’t wait 😁

[@thatomofolo452]

🎉

[@__J_____]

“It's all worth it in the end” - Tori

[@HeyShahday]

READDDYYY.

[@dariahannah8890]

I’m so ready

[@benmunoz5388]

This is SO GOOD! Tori: "I've never just thought of myself just as a Christian artist explicitly HOWEVER, because my faith is so embedded in who I am... in how I just love Jesus so much, it is just going to come out in some sort of way". Tori God Bless you sister! What a wise example of how to navigate this industry and boldly speaking Christ to the world! May the Lord bless your gifting, your talent, and your career being that light at the top of the hill!

[@DateMike22]

Love seeing Tori Kelly with her natural hair and curls. It's so lovely 😊😍🥰.

[@AshleighWheatley]

Me too and yeah it is

[@lilone11586]

I had no idea she was multi-racial until last year and I've been a fan of hers for years.

[@whoevr]

@@lilone11586just like mariah, the irish side took over lmao

[@smolxtina8651]

@@whoevrthe blonde hair white washes her, with her natural hair color she looks multi racial

[@Yeahisaiddatshit]

@@lilone11586yeah she looks a lot like her father’s side of the family lol they got some strong genes. I seen her grandfather and her grandmother and they look like the typical Afro Latino family lol she went to visit her grandmother in Puerto Rico and her grandmother was cooking empanadas before she seen Tori on the patio 😂

[@thebonniemonroeshow3708]

To have the talent & beauty that Tori Kelley has… and to get to where she is without selling her soul. She honestly has won the game. Who needs a cool kids table when you have your integrity? Sis won. I hope she knows that. 🙂

[@TheSeeking2know]

A table was prepared before her… 👌🏾

[@dread3443]

💯She won and is still winning!

[@SoJesusChristMusic]

Lecrae said, “WE’RE ALL A 💎 DIAMOND AND THERE’S DIFFERENT FACETS OF A DIAMOND…” Different sides to each person…I love that.

[@Howaboutyes11]

That’s beautiful!!!

[@terrigascho685]

Wait but a Stacie Orrico and Tori collaboration would be EVERYTHING

[@TheSeeking2know]

Yes!!! It would be something indeed.

[@lexxymo]

Yesss

[@elmourebbalag]

Exactly!

[@winterwarrior67]

Speak this into existence pleaseee

[@jonny-liu]

Yessssss

[@SoJesusChristMusic]

“I’ll Find You” Tori Kelly & Lecrae 🥳

[@brandynicolecommodore45]

I play that song almost daily no lie

[@SoJesusChristMusic]

@@brandynicolecommodore45 definitely 🥳 on repeat!

[@deejtherapper]

1. TORI WAS SPITTING FACTS! 2. We need another song with you two. 3. Now I’m gonna go listen to I’ll Find You 😂

[@jacobmccain8794]

“Your bad note is someone else’s dream note!” Couldn’t have said it better myself, thank you Lecrae👏!

[@MauricioSierraM.]

32:20 It's so so great she mentioned Stacie Orrico again as one of her musical influences because I perceive a lot of similarities with TORI. and Stacie Orrico self title album, mainstream music with faith message and r&b/pop tunes.

[@missklassikiya]

Look I still got my Stacie Orrico Genuine CD okayyyyyy I'm 36. I loved that album to death!

[@daraakinsooto7247]

For my personally, I think it's in Tori kelly nature to always be able to display how down to earth she is, and a strong sense of genuity comes naturally. Her humbleness and maturity are something that she seems to do so effortlessly. She is not the type to brag nor boast. I don't know her personally and I don't know personally but it's like I can feel the type of energy she is emitting every time i watch an interview or her Instagram. There are women out there like Tori that seem so easy to speak to and very gentle and meek. Its like it's literally impossible for her not show such traits. There is nothing to scrutinise or dirt can be found on her because of how pure she is and is someone that little girls and boys should strive to learn from and emulate. She is the through defintion of a star and it bleeds through everything she does and how she identifies carry herself. She reminds of 1 of Two Bible verses. 1. 1 Corinthians 13:5. 2. Hebrews 10:36 and yes I went to search for these verses now randomly but it's worth it because these are just some verses that I depict perfectly the type of person she comes across to be.

[@daraakinsooto7247]

Hey Lecrae, I hope you're well? Thank you for liking my comment. I have been a huge admirer of your work, and you as a brother in Christ and what you stand for. Your music has gotten me through so much irrespective of how much I still struggle, but while also, I remember how much I have overcome. Thanks be to God. You have given this generation new meaning to Christianity but while still ensuring the message remains the same. If I ever had the opportunity to meet you in person, which I actually did when you had a concert at the Button Factory in Ireland, and I paid for VIP tickets so that I'll be able to see you but I was a little bit sick that and honestly I was very nervous to meet you. Hopefully, I'll be able to have a sit-down conversation with you one day by the Grace of God.

[@verystylishordinarypeople]

Is Tori Kelly a gospel singer⁉️

[@daraakinsooto7247]

@verystylishordinarypeople for me I will not categorise any musician into a box because they are very dynamic and multifaceted. They are not just artists. Yes, she is an artist.

[@dal9893]

perfectly said.🤍☺️🙏🏽

[@rossmaaron]

She is this generation's Stacie Orrico. I've been saying this for years!!

[@tiffanybertelli7022]

Tori's gospel album Hiding Place is my #1 most listened to album by far!!!! It is a freaking masterpiece and never gets old. Thanks for bringing it to life Tori, you really have no idea how impactful your work really is. ❤

[@nitab811]

I smiled the entire time watching this. Thanks Lecrae for this incredible interview.

[@LecraeOfficial]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@yashirarivera6666]

Whew this interview has me in tears. These two are just so human and I love that. I’ve seen Lecrae live while working security and I just met Tori this past week at her concert. What incredible human beings.

[@Contentcoachlindsay]

Only Dre can get Tori 😂😂😂😂 Lecrae I cannot 💀 loved this! And shoutout to my Jamaican sister Tori 🇯🇲

[@romariosmith422]

Jamaican.... far from it

[@MrMwill07]

@@romariosmith422she is though .. from her dads side 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@whitneyhouston1122]

There's awlas that one hater who's in denial🙄

[@verystylishordinarypeople]

​@@MrMwill07When I first heard her name I thought she was Jamaican. IDKY 😂

[@Contentcoachlindsay]

@@romariosmith422 I guess you haven’t seen her father 😂 (puerto rican and Jamaican) but DNA isn’t emotional. Just remember that lol

[@micahjohn9490]

Broo crae at around 16:52 you said celebratory to Tori, and I just thought that would be a Tufff name for her next album or single or sum “CelebreTori”

[@ButGodwithK7]

The same thought came to my head! ❤️😊

[@multi3ditz]

That’s exactly what i was thinking😭

[@royalsportztv1732]

This is good yoo

[@jathanblake]

I think this is one of the best interviews I’ve seen Tori do. You guys have been inspiration for me as an artist for years. A Christian thinking outside the box creatively! 🔥

[@rachelgampu2184]

Grew up listening to Tori on KZbin in my childhood bedroom. So honored to see her growth in her artistry while still being her most authentic self. ♥️

[@NaeNae1996]

So sweet, so humble, so gifted 🩷

[@rebeccadriscal8014]

I just love this! I need to see a podcast with you & Andy Mineo! I MISS HIM & HIS MUSIC!!!

[@BackToTheFutureBackwards]

Repent for what you did Andy MINEO Lecrae. Bad leadership. You hating religion did him in.

[@BackToTheFutureBackwards]

C lite

[@BackToTheFutureBackwards]

Weird how we need heroes of the faith today , yet Andy MINEO was blowing up hero trucks . Flashback Heresy.

[@BackToTheFutureBackwards]

PAC did a lot more than Barrak ? So how’s that pac treating you now Andy?

[@ekabahenda]

Hard to hold back a smile while watching this! My heart feels warm and I am inspired. Keep doing what you do Lecrae and Tori❤❤

[@LecraeOfficial]

Thank you! Will do!

[@rickfrias8652]

Lecrae and tori need to do a colab album together

[@leespitruthtv9863]

I love Tori 🔥 so beautiful & talented

[@shandahgraham201]

I had the honour of meeting Tori as a fan once and she’s even more beautiful in person and her voice is clear and angelic live, if you can it’s so worth seeing her live in concert 💚

[@Unapologeticallyme89]

We love Tori Kelly! Till date I still listen to your song together “I’ll find you” whenever I’m dealing with a rough situation. I have tried listening when I’m happy and end up feeling sad. I love you both! 😊

[@crazy4corbinbleux]

Wow as an OG fan-- this interview gave me a totally deep, intimate side of Tori. You can tell Lecrae is truly a friend and he asked the best questions and Tori opened up to him. One of the best interviews up to date. Thanks Lecrae ❤

[@brendanflannigan7167]

This woman be singing her butt off 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@lauren5883]

Omg this was such a wholesome chat. He really gave her Tori her flowers! 💐 💐💜

[@rebeccadriscal8014]

I just love how Tori has ALWAYS been sooo humble! She acts like just a normal fun girl but she is just soooo talented! I love how she stays true herself & to the Lord!! Its crazy how she was rejected from Simon on American Idol & she just performed on American Idol lol

[@AmaZaneChannel]

You bring out a diff side of Tori. This was a great interview ❤️

[@natashavictor4946]

I love Tori Kelly! She is so down-to-earth 💌

[@jens.p3744]

I love that Tori is someone my daughters can not only listen to 🎶 but I just watched this entire video with them and knew it would be wholesome - I wasn’t ready to hit skip on anything lol you know how it is.

[@hails_m88]

Love Tori so much!! She is so so beautiful. ❤

[@kristennone785]

WE NEED A PART 2!!! THIS WAS SO GOOD I NEED MORE ❤ STAT🎉

[@SuperMaaadio]

Ugh, I love Confetti. I was hoping she would mention it when she talked about the insecurities and appearance. Such a good song.

[@woahabbie]

this is one of my fave interviews of hers! so so good!!

[@SugarBlueEyes]

When talking about showing too much skin, it's not about does the world care do other Christians care the question you should be asking yourself that is more important is what does God think about what I'm wearing? And I don't know how this girl dresses and it is not my place to judge how she dresses. I don't care. Heck I just recently got rid of an outfit i felt convicted over. And it really doesnt even show cleavage or anything like that. It shows lil bit of my side and the jeans show my thighs. Had people tell me its fine. Doesnt matter their opinion tho. God didnt like it. Thats what matters.

[@jennynm]

It’s so crazy and beautiful to see how far Tori has come. I first learned about Tori and her incredible gift back in 2010 when I came across her KZbin video “The Making of Mr. Music.” I was so captivated by how she created that song so effortlessly in her bedroom. No fancy studio needed. I’ve been the biggest fan ever since!

[@leejimerson7582]

I got chills when she said “my younger self was talking to my older self”… 🤯 😅

[@leejimerson7582]

I. LOVE. THIS. I started watching Tori on KZbin in 2012. Got introduced to Lecrae my freshman year of college in 2014 after getting saved. 2 of my favorite artist on earth to this day.

[@damarissevaladares3785]

This just made me fall in love with her as an artist even more. Proud to say She is my favourite artist of all time.

[@msg3tr1ght]

I love Tori and this album so much!! So glad you asked about music and faith because Oceans and That Thing U Do are two of my favorites. They’re so uplifting and relevant to my life right now. May you both be blessed 😇

[@jyotisarda2477]

With Irish and Jamaican Ancestry, it does not surprise me that her voice is 🔥🔥🔥

[@jerijoylove]

I found out about tori ever since the early youtube days with aj Rafael, Timothy de la ghetto, Passion, etc. Her voice is amazing and I've always loved how humble and sweet she is. Please don't ever let the world of fame change you. Keep that faith and keep being the original you 🩵💜❤️💕 much love to you tori and lecrae!!!❤

[@thack05]

You can tell the genuine friendship that you have with Tori. Thank you for doing the inspiring interview.

[@SherriaJ]

That’s funny that she mentioned Stacie Orrico because I loved her back in the day and I love Tori’s voice (my top 5 for sure). They remind me of each other in a sense as well.

[@SherriaJ]

But also yes to Mary Mary🩷

[@anthonyandrews4748]

Stacie Orrico she is a good singer I like her music

[@lisasweeney6509]

Lacrae you are doing exceptional. Keep up the good work.

[@dread3443]

Tori Kelly is one of my favorite vocalists and I am praying she does more gospel albums because that’s pretty much all I listen to. I hope I don’t get sued if I post a clip of this video to my IG page - where I’ll give credit of course. But the relevancy and the overall interview is just so good! Blessups 🙏🏽💕

[@vegard6082]

Thank you Lecrae for making this podcast. I have always loved your music, but I feel like this format is allowing you to go even deeper and thats really inspiring. And hearing Tori as well was really great!

[@theabstractvoyager]

We love to see it, I’m so glad I was able to see this interview ❤inspirational and comforting to see one of my favorite artists talking to another one of my favorites!🎉 the album is 🔥🔥 if you haven’t listened to it yet!

[@promessej6429]

I'll find you stays on my playlist always! Loved this episode ❤

[@Lissa102]

So ready for this one my tori she’s magical 🦄🦄❤❤️🥰🥰

[@ellianachristensen4071]

I love the authenticity that you both possess and express. More Please!!!

[@adoebeatz]

Lecrae and Tori Kelly, you guys are 2 of my favorite artists of all time! I love so much that you guys are such genuine friends and sharing your faith in different ways. Thank you for all that you do! I’m constantly getting my friends onto both of y’all’s music because it’s so dope.

[@julianafunmilayo4140]

She's just so transparent❤

[@ericlpilson]

Lecrae, awesome podcast. I've been a fan of yours from day 1. I really appreciate the candidness of you and Tori. There are a lot of things that you all talked about that I have lived and can internalize. Keep doing your thing and GOD Bless

[@edenmeskeremhagerty7601]

Two of my favorite most authentic people🤩 Loved this episode! About to see Tori so this made me even more hyped for the concert🤩

[@Passion84GodAlways]

I'm SUCH BIG FANS of both you and Tori!!! ✨✨

[@Eet91]

As someone who was raised in church and allowed to responsibly listen to all types of musical stylings and vocalists… this is absolutely great! Y’all get it. I’m happy y’all have each other’s support. A whole friend group it appears! My ear has always gravitated to sounds that bare Jesus’ image & an anointing only he can gift. “I’ll Find You” stays in rotation. This TORI ep/lp is another Masterpiece! I was just telling my fiancé while on a road trip how I love that your songs cleverly could be perceived to be for your husband, yet also to The Lord. 😂

[@NB-nh2sf]

Wow yhats how i meed to describe my childhood. My parents are both Christians i was raised in a Christian home and became a Christian very early. I love Gospel. It is my fav music but we were allowed to listen to "different genres responsibly." My dad is a musician and my mom a singer They let us listen yo a lot pf different stuff and the conviction was hwavy when i knew ot was sinful. Thus whyy bine yhugs and harmony obsession lasted only about a year. Lol

[@Eet91]

@@NB-nh2sf Ha! I’m from Da Land. Them brothers undeniably have the gift. I pray they all take the opportunity to return the fruits of it. 💜

[@itskadimusic]

Lovee this girl so much! Such a beacon of light and inspiration for so many Xxx

[@palomahenriquez6677]

This is a beautiful interview! Tori has so much wisdom and humbleness! She es authentic.❤

[@abrieelforthesoul]

I loved this interview so much ! you both play a big part in my testimony & me making it through my diagnosis in 2017. It was as if your music was speaking to me directly and saved me from the darkness. God is so amazing ! because I stopped making secular music 100% after getting baptized and moving to Los Angeles in 2021 but the journey was tough at first because I didn't feel like I truly fit inside of the Christian Industry so I prayed on it and allowed God to talk to me & I then knew he wanted me to just be me and speak about all of my own personal experiences in my music & what is important in the world and the things that are usually ignored on top of talking about Gods Love & Power. One day I'll be able to share the full story with you both but I really can relate to both of you as an Artist & Believer. ✨💚🙏🏾

[@Johnsaechao1]

We need another collaboration in musc? Please make another banger song again please!

[@theofficialkranti]

My man, this dynamic is everything 💗 love you both

[@Amani715]

I love her heart so much

[@VictoriaGiddings]

Awesome conversation ❤ my fave artist for sure.

[@Ermiyas-fd4zf]

Man like I was shocked when I saw the trailer on your story on IG. I was very excited to see this cause I really love both of you so much, she's like my favorite girl artist #1 and to see you guys together is so much to me and it was fun seeing it. I hope you guys meet again soon cause I really think there's a lotta questions that could be asked around the "faith" she has. I hope you read this and thanks, keep it up!!👏👏👏

[@justvynexa]

y’all talking about the show in Nashville where you came to play made me emotional. it’s been one of my favorite shows I’ve ever been to and it’s so nice to be able to reminisce about it

[@cruzer24]

Just saw Tori in Winnipeg, she puts on a show! Years in the making on finally seeing her live.

[@hannahannabobana]

Thank you for this hangout/ interview! There are some questions I wanted to ask when I did the M&G but I wouldn’t have time to ask especially the one regarding faith and making it but staying dte. Thank for asking these questions! I love her and it’s great to call her my sister in Christ.

[@larissacardoso1715]

You guys are my favorites, really hoping to see you guys here in Brazil!!!!

[@lizcauton4464]

wow! I love Tori. This is the talk I've been waiting for!

[@themassarofamily]

Her hair is everything 😍

[@kellylynn385]

Loved this!!! Love the album and can’t wait to see Tori in the fall!!!

[@biancallove]

Love this! Tori is a huge inspiration to me ❤️🙌🎶

[@Passion84GodAlways]

Tori 🇯🇲🇵🇷 can SHO'NUFF SAAAAANG!!!!! 🗣️❤🎶🥰

[@sidoniadaniella]

When you sound like Tori it’s easy to be confident in yourself. She can sing any “cool kids” under the table.

[@Lissa102]

I agree that she could sing any of the cool kids under the table but she hasn't always had this confident so it's not easy to be confident in yourself even when you sound like Tori she's got insecurities like everybody else I'm sure she doesn't see herself the way we see her but she should💜💜

[@Howaboutyes11]

Ahhhhhh Y’all are backk awee I love yall

[@common.sense101]

Loving this in depth! 🥰 I just saw Torri in Winnipeg!! So unreal to have seen her live 😍❤ Love ya girl!

[@jamiesonh2323]

This is so good! I love the song you both did together! I had that on repeat when it came out. I was stuck in a hospital. Had no idea I was falling into depression. Had a friend from recovery come visit. I was in a dark place. Listened to the song so much during walks it’s confusing but best/worst 2 weeks in 2017.

[@0doggwonder]

Love the conversation and friendship here

[@Musiqbox087]

I love Tori so much. And the Inspired by True Events was the soundtrack to my life in 2019-2020!

[@stephengilbreath840]

"I'll Find You" was my introduction to Tori Kelly. She has such a beautiful voice and is so talented. She's one of my favorite singers

[@mboyuls]

Whoa. Can't wait for this one . . .

[@leontynehudson1748]

Great podcast love the both of you . LeCrae is so handsome. Tori is beautiful. Blessings to you guys❤️🙏🏽💫✨

[@crystalbalerio1578]

Just finished watching, and I'm so touched. Tori, you've always touched me as a person. Your songs have entered my soul. I have a crazy way/perspective on how I see you both. Yes, your famous, but it's more then jusy being a fam as we are all human. How does one separate meeting new people that may not be in the niche you're in but loves you as you.

[@adriana9814]

She’s so awesome, I can’t wait to be part of the tour choir 😭😆

[@GrownAndSaved]

Beautiful interview. Tori is amazing.

[@larissaferreira5852]

OMG I loved it!! CRAE AND TORI??! JESUS, I WAS NOT READY AT ALL!! I really admire you two guys as artists a christians because you use your gifts to glorify GOD where you are. Brazil loves you and I pray for the better in your lives. Come to here someday 😊❤❤

[@whitneyhouston1122]

This I swear just perfect. I hope she comes back soon!

[@irisnephertiri2016]

Tori Kelly is such a sweet and wholesome person 😍 Even before I saw her interviews, she always radiated that type of aura. She’s one of few people whose notes I fangirl over too. (The first note on her Suit and Tie cover- flawless 😭 magical 🤩🙌) My friend and I found out about her in high school when I listened to her song Magnetic with Traphik. I think I actually listened to Lecrae for the first time with their collab “I’ll Find You.” Good times 😍❤️

[@EsoheCole]

I've been waiting for this ❤

[@lamoyadoeman]

Great interview. Love me some Tori

[@DavidChebotarev-dh1no]

Excited for this!

[@LecraeOfficial]

💯

[@ashleylewis6347]

Yes Lecrae!! Welcome back 😁😁

[@r.k.tproductions5361]

This gonna be GOOD ‼️🤯

[@OscarKemp-bo8rm]

Love you nephew

[@PJWorldwide-ti7nf]

I'm enjoying the show❤

[@BYY22671]

This was a amazing Podcast

[@JonasArthurMusic]

Love this! 🔥🔥🔥 You’ve gotta interview Gregory Porter next!