LL COOL J Talks New Album, Ownership Vs Artistry, New School Hip Hop + More

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[@RooseveltGreenJr-rd2ww]

This is the best interview for Hip Hop of the year. LL Cool J The Greatest Of All Time!!!

[@andreden8335]

stop don't let nobody hear u say this

[@MasterMind-py2nk]

​@@andreden8335LL is good but ODB is the Goat

[@amoneylabamba]

@@MasterMind-py2nkLL coined the phrase gotta give it up to him! Also RockNRoll hall of Fame, countless hits, 40 years in! He may not be your GOAT but he is one!

[@jamesbriggs6364]

@@RooseveltGreenJr-rd2ww I'm sorry but ain't nobody in the rap game old or new can fk wit Lil Wayne best rapper alive since the best rapper died 🙎🏾‍♂️

[@BlackFaithProduction]

@@jamesbriggs6364Wrong again! Ja Rule holds the crown as the king of rap. He ended Eminem and 50’s career at the same time!

[@Eastpointe]

Can y’all imagine LL being a Life Coach?! So many ppl would flourish in life listening to and learning so much knowledge and wisdom from him. He’s such a powerful inspiration!

[@luyolomify]

I swear Ll Cool J is Skyzoo’s dad. They are so similar in so many ways. They have the same energy, same voice, same cadence and they look the same too.

[@visalee1734]

Truth.❤️

[@2013venjix]

You never know.

[@handsomeblack5234]

I so enjoyed listening to him

[@Fleezy81]

Man is 56 and still killin it! He's proof that Hip Hop can be for grownups too

[@savydayz5835]

It's all about your content and how you deliver it it's no age limit to this

[@eveningglow9023]

If it was any other type of job....he would be or should be retired

[@AI-yc8om]

@@eveningglow9023Jeff Bezos and Elon musk are his age group. Should they retire to?

[@maroccomar2334]

How do you retire from makin money

[@jayhag5481]

No one can touch LL when it comes to longevity. When he first dropped, his competition was Whodini and The Sugar Hill Gang. And this isn’t his last album.

[@toppatop2296]

LL is the purest representation of New York hip-hop.!💪🏽😎

[@jonnybgood84]

LL definitely had me rocking the one pants leg up in middle school! LL is the GOAT!

[@devindargan7663]

Had a lot of people doing that LL made rappers willing to make songs for the ladies he was the first to do that

[@BoomBap75]

No,He's not da GOAT,but he had THEE GOAT on LP....NAS

[@jonnybgood84]

@@BoomBap75 Nas is my favorite rapper and is my greatest of all time. I call LL the “goat” because he coined the phrase. But we may not get a Nas without LL.

[@cliffchampion5501]

Same

[@ChiraqMaybach-ii9wm]

Is his the first goat of hip hop, second was when rakin came along

[@TheAlkebulanTrust]

LL Cool J when you deep it the fact that he has been in the game since 1985 and is able to adapt to every decade is actually remarkable. Whilst also acting. If we are genuinely talking GOAT of Hip Hop. It goes to yes Tupac but 100% also LL Cool J...facts or real life facts?

[@chillwill3693]

Lyrics and poetry yep

[@TYBO-xl1xz]

His 1st single was in 1984

[@Donutsoverdosed]

Pac Nas & Big

[@MartyFreemanRadio]

2Pac?

[@BurnieISgod666]

What's your criteria to say Tupac is the greatest rapper to have ever lived?

[@tarikmcclain4910]

LL is giving a masterclass in life. Dropping 💎s

[@jayc5756]

FR

[@djpnominal]

LL has the most aggressive funny laugh ever! 😂

[@KayMattersOfficial]

It's defo sinister like he's playing but not playing at the same time 😂😂😂

[@djpnominal]

@@KayMattersOfficial 100% 😂

[@skylaellis]

Right 😭 I was a little scared for them when they didn’t laugh with him 😂

[@gifi11]

Those 70s/80s baby New Yorkers are sooo theatrical lol LL funny asf

[@t1nma5k22]

LL Legit not only Grew up with BUT was also friends with Legendary Gangsters of that ERA, Mythical ones that are still spoken about till this day Supreme Team, fat cat, Alpo, pistol Pete ALL the REAL SHOOTERS

[@yupisaidit-mx4is]

LL is such a passionate speaker! ❤❤

[@Shaynesnypes]

I went to the LOX concert at Terminal 5 in NYC. LL was a surprise guest and we all went crazy! First time I ever got to see LL perform. NGL I was star struck as a fan. Respect 🫡

[@lauriec6937]

Thats amazing!!!! I have seen him so many times and it always feels like the first!

[@Clacci38]

He didn’t sign the artist….he didn’t try to eat off of them. He genuinely wants to help by giving them an opportunity.

[@saudahali1732]

ALL THESE ARTIST NEED 2 TAKE NOTE ON WHEN YOUR A OLDER ARTIST IT IS A GIFT..NEVER SAY OH HE OLD..BECAUSE U WANT YOUR SELF 2 BE TIMELESS AND CLASSIC, IM HAPPY FOR HIM❤❤..

[@FillyouupSplash]

You're* not your 😂😂😂😂

[@gifi11]

One of the most brilliant moves and helped FUBU out tremendously was that Gap commercial. LL literally not only promoted another clothing line in another clothing line's commercial, the whole rap was about FUBU. Genius. It took them like a year to realize it lol.

[@TheeonlyJuJu]

🎶 Good energy, I don't need no negativity around me 🎶- Yung Wilin' Salute to the Legend LL Cool J

[@kingme9105]

LL is the blueprint to all rappers Literally The G O.A.T. 👑

[@nextgenradio4477]

lol blueprint maybe. goat? no sir lol

[@youtuberesponse413]

(As a younger woman) my top 5 LL songs are: 1.Hey Lover 2. For The Lover In You 3. Love You Better 4. Bad 5. 4,3,2,1

[@syrusonassis6785]

🔥 list💯

[@BrandonWS324]

Where is I NEED LOVE?

[@LIBBEL]

I really want to appreciate Loren. She’s doing great, I’m impressed by how well she’s acclimated with the group.

[@essenceconyers1310]

I agree , I just don't wanna get too used to her, cause I miss Jess .. and if I start liking her too much I'ma miss her too 😩😂

[@handsomeblack5234]

What happened to Jess?

[@johnnycage435]

@@handsomeblack5234Pregnant

[@raheemtheinvestor]

Bruh when he talks it never gets old love LL MAN. (Nooo diddy) 😂

[@mtk2fitness208]

I'm so glad the breakfast club was able to mend this relationship with LL. Dude is such a wealth of knowledge. Giving my dude his flowers. Grew up watching all his stuff.

[@Emalye.Saeeeeeeeee]

What happened ?

[@kayodeodusanya5751]

What did I miss...what happened?

[@josiahmitchell8594]

​@@kayodeodusanya5751LL felt like Charlemagne tried to bully him a while back and he hadn't been on the show since until now.

[@kayodeodusanya5751]

@@josiahmitchell8594 Okay. Thanks.

[@robgreene9680]

@@josiahmitchell8594You do know he has a whole sit down interview with charla months before this

[@a.d.5277]

He is fucking ninjas up right now with this talk. My man said I’m a rapper.. period! What my business life gotta do with that…. HUMBLE!

[@tierricehenderson6871]

LL Cool J has always been the legendary!

[@snowpoodie2870]

Great Dope Authentic Interview LL Cool J Is The Greatest Of All Time I’ve Always Respect LL Cool J As Man Father Rapper Actor BusinessMan Queens New York OG Legend 🔥🔥🔥🔥💯💯💪🏿💪🏿🫶🏿🫶🏿

[@ProBlackNotAntiWhite]

This man does not get enough credit for the Jewels that he drops Everytime he opens his mouth. You can say he takes himself too serious but he is probably one of the most intentional philosophers with a natural ability to be authentically sound. Love this Brother.

[@CharlieXFBA]

That joint with LL and Nas... Praise him 🙌 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@1CHOZN7]

Man 👨‍🚒 🔥 Whole album

[@RonaldJames-eo2hc]

The one with Busta Rhymes to

[@vanjoy1974]

Murder gram 2 is my favorite song to play while I’m driving right now….over and over again!

[@KLFNYC]

This man has no ego which is so refreshing, and he's full of so much wisdom. I was in jr high when he came out and im so grateful that I was there when it started ✨ what a great time to be alive,to grow up with these legends ❣️

[@hot247sxm]

"YOU TRIGGERED ME! 😂😂😂😂..."YOU GOT BLUE ON, DOES THAT MEAN YOU HATE RED?! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Love you, L! You are a cross generational artist, that is called "TIMELESS"! Congratulations on the drop of your new album!

[@Pt_daplugg]

Dope interview

[@tamarwilliams4516]

LL even had us ladies rocking the one pants leg up! 💯😂

[@fab084eva]

LL is the epitome of optimism. They way he morphs the negative questions asked shows LL was determined to win. Ask positive questions Envy rephrase any negative question you "think of" do better. Great overall conversation!

[@TheWeeklyWithKiki]

It’s called media training. 😂😂 over 20 years worth. Gotcha

[@neerajgupta2790]

Typical radio interviewers he said something powerful at 26:00 about life then they move to fashion. Smh

[@j.branch819]

Ladies & Gentleman please stand up...There’s a legend in the room “LL Cool J” is hard as hell 💯

[@emeriscottii409]

💯💯💯💯‼️‼️‼️

[@GnlZamba]

Pause 😅😂😊

[@donsonthewise]

I LOVE LL's energy. A great role model...never been in no BS and just does his thing. I love it.

[@rayowens3350]

The FORCE album was a masterful classic and closure to Hip Hop's 51st year. Thank you Mr. Smith.

[@1CHOZN7]

Man I can't stop listening fire 🔥

[@1CHOZN7]

@hiphoptruths Man are you 20 😆? Why would LL pack all those guys on his album? Let alone Lil Wayne and a bunch of down south rappers. LL is a grandfather in hip-hop. He doesn't need all that on his albums

[@1CHOZN7]

@hiphoptruths i agree with the snoop verse but the album is still a classic! He alone doesn't need a album full of features

[@ksb3581]

I love his personality. So down to earth & easy to talk to.

[@ninjak38_mjwilson3]

One of my top 3 greatest Rappers of ALL TIME! Adapting to over 40 years of true HipHop culture with timeless hits. LL Cool J is the epitome of Rap and Hip Hop💯

[@LIBBEL]

He made 53 minutes and 42 seconds feel like 5 minutes. Great interview. 🤝🏾💯💯

[@jayc2491]

I love how LL took his time and explained to the young lady the purpose of his album. Most of the younger generation doesn’t understand lyricism and artistry of hip hop. The FORCE album is an artistic masterpiece. It’s not a dance/club record. ❤

[@thechaseuntold]

Mr Smith album is one of the best albums of all time to me… it had Doin It, Loungin, Hey Lover, I shot ya….. great album. Legend.

[@BrianAwesome]

And the I Shot Ya Remix. Plus he was on Space Jam's Soundtrack and the In the House Sitcom.

[@the24storepodcast]

Telling her she'll catch up is the best shit o ever heard and was on point

[@lamontwilliams4172]

LL Cool j greatest of all time

[@QUNYC7]

QGTM!🗽 QTip on the boards and LL on the mic is 🔥🔥🔥! Two legends from QUEENS...NYC salute!

[@adrianalpha2757]

LL is like yeah “you like dat, you like dat , pour chocolate on legs in broad day light 😂😂😂.!!

[@Mayne-s4q]

I was born in 89, never listened to old school rapper albums till this year. LL, Kool G Rap, Mobb Deep, Eric b/Rakim, really old Tupac albums so far. Enjoying them

[@boomixcrown]

👍👍👍

[@bronxriverchinobrown2856]

Born in 89 also are generation is the dmx jay lox etc.. so u telling me u never listened to any pac growing up.?? U dnt remember the whole all eyes on me getting blasted out of every whip on the block? I remember all this like yesterday. Heard every pac album mobb deep too

[@Mayne-s4q]

@@bronxriverchinobrown2856 didn't listen to rap until I was 9 (1998) when Hot Boys, No Limit, DMX, and Eminem were running things. Just missed Pac/Biggie. Jay/Snoop stayed relevant every decade tbf.

[@IAMWATER7]

Nigga if you was born in 1989 you know some LL records. My nephew born in 92 I was born in 85.. he was in middle school when LL was still knocking that’s why dudes incredible 😂🤣🤣

[@IAMWATER7]

@@bronxriverchinobrown2856Yea he reaching with that one… boy you know who the hell Mobb Deep was and Tupac if born in 89 😂😂 (I hate the internet)

[@mustafadagreat1031]

The album is 🔥🔥🔥 praise him with him and Nas ..wow🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@jamesbriggs6364]

No I'm going to wait on Lil Wayne Carter 6 👌🏽 🤣

[@stevieb274]

@@jamesbriggs6364shit about to be trash. Hyping up these carter albums like them last 2 was fire

[@jamesbriggs6364]

@@stevieb274 they was so stop hating when your album coming 🤭 out Lil Wayne the best rapper alive since the best rapper died Weezy F Baby now put some respect on his name Goofy 🤡🙎🏾‍♂️🤣

[@NylaSlay280]

😊😊😊​@@stevieb274

[@stevieb274]

@@jamesbriggs6364 yeah Wayne trash just like this comment of yours. Why you think he gonna be at 6 carters because it’s a money grab?

[@esean1367]

Shoutout to those who have had an opportunity to experience LL since the Radio, Krush Groove days 🫡

[@comikaze8]

"For us by us on the low".. in the Gap commercial. That was some of the most gangster shit ever done in media.

[@the24storepodcast]

LL should give a master class in being a rapper

[@WalkingWallet]

And just being a MAN

[@Kou.knows1]

Facts

[@brianshropshire3481]

I wanna hear LL talk more hip-hop because he makes it so simple to understand. Like his wisdom and open mind. I remember seeing him at Hartsfield airport in 03 😂😂😂he was talking to some older white ladies in the food court, and it was interesting to see because LL floated across a lot of age groups and decades🔥

[@jayc5756]

Mann. I Love This Interview. LL is saying EVERYTHING I've Been Saying For The LONGEST!!!! How people look at people based on money & status...over Character. I Love how he emphasized him being an artist and how he broke that whole thing down. Mann. I Love It!

[@lizzydakid]

All respect to LL he’s outlived the best and has transcended eras. Nothing but respect for the G 🫡

[@Peachez4044]

40 + yrs later the Ladies Love Cool James still! And to see this goat in concert with his energy never disappoints.

[@Goatchild90]

Q-Tip is underrated but man his influence in Hip Hop is indelible

[@wakandashitisdis7700]

This is still one of the best to ever do it. NYC run it.

[@bluenotez3234]

I love the level of talent that stops by when Jess isn’t around

[@Suave_TheArtKartel]

BUt Jess would overstand the difference between a lyrical, Club and Car Record.. I like both women stop tryin to diss one over the other

[@stevendasilva9287]

😂

[@jdm9700]

Willie Lynch, come get your nigra. 🙄

[@ohhxsoxcynthia]

100% 😩😂😂😂😂

[@djnicktv4713]

What’s the other girl name on here?

[@LIBBEL]

LL is hilarious without even trying 😂

[@Tyweezy84]

I was born Aug of 84, & to see this man still relevant, still sounding good musically says a lot about his goat status 🐐

[@GRAFFITIGREEK-fm3pn]

One of the Best interviews on this platform. Grown Man Business.

[@Goatchild90]

From "Radio" to Right now LL has been and will always be a music Legend and a Hip Hop Icon.

[@nemdiesel4]

This interview just makes you feel good, good vibes,and good conversation. Bow down to the G.O.A.T

[@billblastingram4152]

🎉 I met LL cool j yesterday at rough trade records store in Manhattan 2nd time meeting. It was an honor. I told him how he influenced me since jr. High school flowers cards candy with the ladies. He made me see there is light even after 40 years of being a big fan of his. THE ALBUM IS 🔥 F 🔥 🔥 1LUV Bill Blast

[@Moongod2500]

The goat exudes humility and confidence with a perfect balance . Salute

[@kikipatterson5643]

Absolutely love this man. Much love and respect 💜💜💜

[@Tonia-cb5qv]

U can tell LL first love is his music❤salute to u legend. He is full of energy and life itself😂😂

[@ropunzellthepoet]

Lauren did great on this interview.. she does great interviews

[@dwayneadamsworld]

This album is very different. Everybody needs to listen to it twice today

[@1CHOZN7]

Facts! I can't stop listening to it fam

[@isaiahr3111]

Love when they bring on the legends!

[@knesecary]

Bruh just hearing LL Talk with this Zeal and Love for just MC'ing is Mega inspiring! Salute To LL Great Interview

[@marqcollins1792]

This guy will give every interview a great energy!

[@Smartsherron2907]

That was a good interview, Lauren is a real journalist.

[@powertothetubers456]

How can you not be inspired by this conversation? LL is indeed the G.O.A.T.

[@kapo2012fb]

LL cool J the 🐐 My favorite albums 14 shots to the dome and Mr smith

[@user-fx8nb3cl8u]

Gotta love LL that man is a big ball of energy ⏸️ he helped inspire generations of hip hop artist we needed that back in the day and it'll be a fresh rewind in time for us old heads 🎉

[@ReturnIILoveEntertainmentFtDjG]

LL Cool J is a national treasure. Appreciate him putting someone on for my hometown Lafayette Louisiana Stand up ⬆️ 🔥🔥🔥

[@justlikedavid]

"Make sure those creative juices don't get on nobody else!🤣

[@QueXopa79]

😂😂😂😂

[@ttucker10466]

😂😂no Diddy

[@SupaBlessedAries]

LL is the prime example why you can’t judge a by its age this man has taken care of himself he’s in pristine condition and if anything certain people keep showing up and showing us that We make our own selves look and feel older just like Stokley from Mint Condition,Morris Chesnut,Angela Bassett but especially the men no make up no cheat codes. They love themselves and God and it shows we all need to follow suit because how you do 1 thing is usually how you do Everything Congratulations LL on generations of a career inspiring and motivating so many greats LL is the Blueprint and at 56 he’s still the Blueprint

[@erniescarpentry]

Lauren LaRosa is such a good interviewer. Her questions are on point and riveting

[@ladybug4910]

Yes she is.

[@LangFitness]

We all love LL. Man is truly a legend. Facts.

[@Coach_Go]

GOAT in the building

[@panamanian7810]

LL needs a movie on his life

[@kingjmansa7027]

He’s always a great interview. Love listening to his wisdom and passion about stuff.

[@annettebelden1806]

LL you have been quiet for too long you have a lot of wisdom that you need to share with the rest of the world❤ high energy love the positivity

[@fromtheinvisibledeskofmiked]

Rock the Bells & The Roots Picnic brought back the throwback artist - 80 ,90,20,2010,2020

[@HennyHendu]

Some people talk a lot and say nothing, LL dropped so many jewels with honesty and humility that most rappers won't allow you to see. This was dope.

[@terrantaylor9940]

Just listened from beginning to end. Solid album. Thank you LL

[@1CHOZN7]

I'm about 5 times in 😂

[@abdulkarimomoabideen8050]

I Love you LL,you are amazing when ever i watching you performing on stage, i think you are the best hipop rapper in the world,keep the good works ❤❤

[@raphaelunopromotionsair1247]

GOAT Greatness in th building operating at a High Level

[@tinabrown9324]

The Force is “Grown Man Rap”. This album is needed. Always been a fan since the 80’s. Took my son to see LL (first concert) at the age of 8.

[@grammerotg]

LL cool j is definitely Top 5

[@montanasxm]

Man I would listen to LL in my car, house, office, anywhere. I still remember me 10 years old first time I listened to I'm Bad and till this day is one of my favorites. LL Cool J is a living legend man!

[@JustDonC]

Naaa Loren Lorosa bodied that question about the Gap commercial!! 👏🏾

[@Sumart4u]

Epic..interview...nice job..Breakfast Club..he is speaking life lessons

[@andersonb8925]

LL keeps it real, is the real him, and isn't trying to project on the world more than he should... They need to have him on the show more often...👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@theblueprintccllc]

I am 54 years old, and I still LADY LOVE COOL J!

[@fdoket]

46:40 Murda Gram is a car record when you're parked in your driveway solo or with other hip-hop fans / MCs high detailing the art.

[@driafibromyalgiafighter9342]

FACTS!🔥🔥🔥

[@chermebrownsauce]

This man is the reason I began to listen hip hop, way back in early 90s, when I was a little kid. Been a fan since! Crazy to think he's been so much time in the game, still delivering, still looking good, still energized. Love the guy!

[@joyjoy3322]

I’m a lady that loves cool James since the 80’s!

[@kevinburke6055]

Been a LL Cool.since 91 when i was 12 I first heard Mama Said Knock u Out Hes a legend its great hes still doing his thing in his 50s

[@devindargan7663]

This interview was dope 🔥🔥💯🗣️ LL is a legend a icon he dropped so many gems 💎 in this interview

[@muvamekaspeaks]

Uncle L is the definition of I ain’t neva scared he says exactly how he feels about ish 🤷🏽‍♀️‼️

[@johnsauce7369]

LL Cool J really is a legend and his new album "The F.O.R.C.E" is 🔥🔥🔥

[@1CHOZN7]

Man I can't stop listening to it

[@cav65]

Rated over im sorry

[@misslucky5474]

@@1CHOZN7 I keep listening too. Did you see LL on the Today Show yet? He performed some of his new songs. Go to their website. BC keep deleting my comment if I say something about the Today Show. What's up with that BC?

[@christynharris-harrell6511]

This interview was filled with wisdom. Thank you LL for the light you put out into the world, and thank you Breakfast club for creating a space for it.