How do you love rap when rap doesn’t love you back? From Rico Nasty’s harassment from toxic Carti fans, to Saucy Santana's unapologetically femme aesthetics in a queerphobic industry, to the assault case that put Megan Thee Stallion’s entire image on trial, each episode of Louder Than A Riot - the second season of our investigative hip-hop podcast - unpacks the unspoken rules of rap that hold the entire culture back. Tap in to our first episode at n.pr/louder-season-2.
@211sambo3 жыл бұрын
Mick Jenkins is one the most underrated lyricists for real
@1BergerVongSchlauigkeitHer3 жыл бұрын
Who's underrating him?
@erichernandez34883 жыл бұрын
@@1BergerVongSchlauigkeitHer he’s definitely not as big as he should be
@1BergerVongSchlauigkeitHer3 жыл бұрын
@@erichernandez3488 Still not saying anything.
@tinicoleofficial3 жыл бұрын
Fr tho!
@javonsuniverse3 жыл бұрын
Indeed
@MiguelRamirez-nm5kw2 жыл бұрын
Scottie Pippen is one of the best-written love songs I've heard. complete poetry, and underated
@user-qh8hg8sz2z4 ай бұрын
Every time i hear this song, I’m reminded of my ex. (Still fresh :[)
@TopoFighter3 жыл бұрын
"The Elephant in the Room" is a no-skip and it reflects on this performance, Mick could have chosen any other 3 songs and It'd still have sounded badass, I am so glad to know that thanks to Npr people are vibing and hydrated.
@V-vision3 жыл бұрын
Couldn't have said it better. I only hope he'll be able to come back for a live one so they don't have to clap for themselves lol
@ll.khunou3 жыл бұрын
But Im glad that he put scottie pippen on there its one of the songs i wanted to see him perform it live
@ethanward67133 жыл бұрын
@@ll.khunou had it on repeat since it came out, too smooth
@Horac33 жыл бұрын
@@ll.khunou Definitely needed that live performance of SP, best cut on the project👌🏾
@davidowens73053 жыл бұрын
⛽💥💥💥
@txmothy20253 жыл бұрын
Scottie Pippen has me hooked, can't get enough of the song
@dxviation3 жыл бұрын
What a flawless album. Mick's as comfortable as he's ever been.
@ethanward67133 жыл бұрын
Facts, you can hear how he's put together all the elements from his last decade of projects. Dude's too nice with it
@abrahamdelatorre32463 жыл бұрын
dude on god
@MrHahn5763 жыл бұрын
What a treat it is to be Mick fan, especially those of us that have been here since The Waters. So slept on still. Thankful for these vibes.
@AndreiBerezin3 жыл бұрын
True thoughtful music is not for everyone. Most of people are dumbfucks anyway, that's why Mick will never be popular. And let it stay that way
@andrewkronebusch83283 жыл бұрын
@@AndreiBerezin don’t gatekeep
@JoshWJ3 жыл бұрын
Since Crossroads* 🙌🏻
@CH3FDIZZYLO3 жыл бұрын
Been since trees and truths and mickstape
@ROCCOLOCKWOOD3 жыл бұрын
Yo the Water[S] tour, he stopped in Chicago. Still one of the best performances!
@NasH_Gate3 жыл бұрын
THANK GOD FOR THE WATERS
@kingkelz2152 жыл бұрын
one of the best rappers to gain [inter]national success since 2000
@lford05 Жыл бұрын
One of the best MC's out now.
@hankleepixain42833 жыл бұрын
Fam, i can not believe that i am seeing my man Mick, over here. I've been bumpin his music since high school. Much love!
@AndreiBerezin3 жыл бұрын
How close are yall two? Just curious
@hankleepixain42833 жыл бұрын
@@AndreiBerezin hahahaha, i don't know him like that, but i feel that i know him through his music
@tauyatswako85279 күн бұрын
2025 anyone? "Without you" live performance is timeless
@musashongwe17192 жыл бұрын
I'm all the way from South Africa and I'll be bumping Mick like I'm from Chicago
@christianperalta66523 жыл бұрын
Maaaaan 15 min aint enough mick, give us an Hour we Starving !
@hiphoprates62553 жыл бұрын
His newest album is way too underrated for how good it is. Would have loved to see him perform Speed Racer the production by Saba on that one is insane, but man Mick Jenkins just doesn’t miss
@hidd3nvoid4783 жыл бұрын
I WAS WAITING FOR THIS SONG!!!!
@ethanward67133 жыл бұрын
Hope he pops up on the tour at somepoint
@marketw29553 жыл бұрын
That’s the whole honest truth
@wizardkellyjr58473 жыл бұрын
We haven’t kicked it in awhile..lol
@TraeDorsett3 жыл бұрын
Didn’t even know Saba produced Speedracer that my favorite beat by far on the album.
@vincentmurovhi3015 Жыл бұрын
Still can't believe this didn't hit a milli , we actually a few of us in the world experiencing how great Mick is and it's okay , we appreciate you bro❤️
@schtooschtoo63613 жыл бұрын
MY MAN PLAYED SCOTTIE PIPPIN - THANK GOD - HE'S FINALLY GETTIN RECOGNITION THOUGH - WHOEVER DON'T KNOW THE MAN DOESN'T WANT TO. THANKS MICK
@coJric3 жыл бұрын
one of the best rappers of all time. Not an overstatement. dudes amazing.
@stillz563 жыл бұрын
I'm new to Mick Jenkins but the opening song is one of my fav tunes from him
@Horac33 жыл бұрын
Go back and listen to his 1st project The Waters. You can just let the hw flow after that.
@Phonophobia3 жыл бұрын
His freestyle on Sway some years back was fire af if you wanna check it out.
@stillz563 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the recommendations fella
@cdamiengtz89923 жыл бұрын
@@Horac3 nah trees & truths
@CH3FDIZZYLO3 жыл бұрын
If you liked that track listen to “the circus ep” that’s where that track is from and honestly that’s an amazing project next to all of his
@savonaraeo3 жыл бұрын
The healing component has arrived 🌞
@Strictlydt3 жыл бұрын
One goal in life is to see this man live
@elmergutti19942 жыл бұрын
That transition to Scotti Pippen was majestic ✨️
@bizzionary13 жыл бұрын
man Mick is too clean. everything from his style, the way he dress, the subject matter right down to his music is sharp and crystal clear. def timeless music. s/o to the band. they killed that. when they played scottie pippen it was so good.
@DH-rq7gw3 жыл бұрын
Mick is right there with Isaiah Rashad on how consistent his voice sounds live vs a studio recording. Huge resect, great stuff. Edit: why the reply’s turn into Mick vs Zay? People always rush to the negative I guess…
@deeznutz233 жыл бұрын
I always found a lot of similarities between the two
@LiamWithThaAux3 жыл бұрын
Nahh frr, those two are one of my biggest inspirations🔥❤️🔥
@kyle96753 жыл бұрын
So true. My two favorites. Saw mick on his first tour for the waters. Seeing him here now is insane.
@ryanyowell96973 жыл бұрын
He and Isaiah have different vibes, but are equal in ability and raw talent for me.
@emmalane183 жыл бұрын
Now I'm waiting on a Isaiah tiny desk!
@CalumLyall3 жыл бұрын
gotta say - what an outstanding fit
@TheYBMTV3 жыл бұрын
Glad Mick Did This For The Fans Especially “Carefree”
@GPrice-mg8mi3 жыл бұрын
One of the best you never heard of. Been rocking with Mick since Trees and Truths and The Waters.
@raymondharris3593 жыл бұрын
Real fans know about that trees and truths bro
@vick483 жыл бұрын
I still listen to The Truth with that saba production daily. Bro snapped fr on trees n truths.
@p3tro Жыл бұрын
Happyness, the tales of mickless cage!
@Randhawa2413 жыл бұрын
Been listening to him since 2014 his growth is so crazy and is still underrated.
@rr7703 жыл бұрын
haha liar
@vick483 жыл бұрын
@@rr770 how is he a liar lol. how could you deduce that from the comment
@dansilva713 жыл бұрын
Seeing Mick here brings me nothing but hydration and happiness
Thanks for song titles! Shout out from JAZZ1CAFE Internet Radio 🎵
@kre8tyve3 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@shmeeksmusic41823 жыл бұрын
I remember the IG live video where Mick said he wasn't a "good singer", that he just has a pocket he stays in. This performance shows just how nice his voice is. Even in his raps, he's got a lovely melody to his voice. I've been waiting for this Tiny Desk for ages!!!!!!!
@sketchyweekend45032 жыл бұрын
I think he got it backwards... He's like Gil Scott-Heron, Neil Young, or James Brown... He doesn't have a great singing voice, but he is truly an excellent singer.
@skimbasegod64333 жыл бұрын
Mick seems like a man full of love and respect...I like his shoes lol
@ots.473 жыл бұрын
Carefree and stiff arm 😭😭🔥 This man has always been in rotation since high school.
@ramakrishnankumaran8473 жыл бұрын
How they sit onscreen, occupying a perfectly-designed space and performing numbers so solid that they could be etched in marble, is a testament to their skill and NPR's. Thanks for this gem.
@mikeramikera81333 жыл бұрын
Beautifully stated 🤌🏾✨
@Horac33 жыл бұрын
Bout Time! Manz been a Beast since 2014🤟🏾
@beinerthchitivamachado98923 жыл бұрын
VINCE STAPLES and Elephan In The Room are my favorite projects from 2021. MASSIVE Shoutout to Mick Jenkins, a TRUE MC and Lyricist.
@ptrcrispy3 жыл бұрын
A masterpiece. I didnt know I needed a Tiny Desk version of Carefree till now, because I already thought it sounded perfect.
@Thehoodalchemist3 жыл бұрын
Not gon lie I was holding our for some oldies...we halfway in and I need some water 😩 the day ones know. But I still love u Mick.
@jestertryna8956 Жыл бұрын
How did I miss this one? Cmon KZbin
@ANJ13203 жыл бұрын
Still cannot believe how underrated this guy is. A legend. Every album is fire. Haven't be able to see him perform yet, but I know he crushes it.
@aquariuskudo3 жыл бұрын
The bassist face at 12:20 is me everytime Mick start going in 🤣🤣
@rkaveliswoosh Жыл бұрын
Can’t wait for his new album! “The Patience”
@MrOhioPlayer3 жыл бұрын
You are Witnessing a rare artist that has mastered his craft.
@wizardkellyjr58473 жыл бұрын
Had to drink some water for this one🔥
@adamschell10803 жыл бұрын
top comment 🌊
@dhamage2k3 жыл бұрын
Being able to see/hear Scottie Pippen come on like that was crazy. Whenever mick step on you know it’s gonna be dope.
@bambucito2 жыл бұрын
Drumset sounds incredible. Props to the sound engineer.
@SalmonFumeАй бұрын
I listened to Mick for 1000 hours this year.
@Lucyloo8582 жыл бұрын
Never heard of him, was just browsing tiny desk concerts and I’m glad I found this, great stuff!
@sashafierce10113 жыл бұрын
I'm missing "Is, This Cigarettes" but regardless it's always a pleasure to hear Mick 🧡
@russellrobinson64043 жыл бұрын
🥰
@rajahnicunningham12223 жыл бұрын
Yo I was hoping to hear this too! But regardless this is already one of my fave npr sessions ever. Lets hope he does something else like this and add that. 🤞
@v3nOmgr3aSy2 жыл бұрын
My favorite song on the album besides Scottie. I was waittttting to hear it.
@sashafierce10112 жыл бұрын
@@v3nOmgr3aSy Right? Rug Burn too, but maybe I'm just being greedy and want the whole album live :)
@v3nOmgr3aSy2 жыл бұрын
@@sashafierce1011 it’s a beautiful album and it’s so underrated.
@loveyaTW1233 жыл бұрын
proud moment. been bumping Mick for a solid 5-6 years now. such a smooth, seamless performance every time. hope you’re rolling up, basking in the glory of Tiny Desk!!
@BFields3 жыл бұрын
The caption captured this brother accurately. He been on this level of artistry for quite some time. If you haven't heard about this brother let me say " Welcome to the vibe of Mick Jenkins"
@gerardocortez98163 жыл бұрын
Thank God for the Waters🙏🏼 Thank God for Mick Jenkins🙌🏼
@yourbrothereli3 жыл бұрын
Mick and NPR came through with a birthday present for ya boy. Have a glorious day everyone!
@Phonophobia3 жыл бұрын
You better be having a great day aswell, HBD brother
@yourbrothereli3 жыл бұрын
@@Phonophobia Thank you kindly
@msburns33 жыл бұрын
Happy Birthday! It's my birthday as well, and I had the same thought! Great way to start the day!
@yourbrothereli3 жыл бұрын
@@msburns3 For sure! Happy birthday!
@tward0723 жыл бұрын
Happy to see you on tiny desk... definitely a good vibe...
@indigonegusnegus4103 жыл бұрын
ME TOO
@homiey2 жыл бұрын
the replay value of both this album and this live performance is insane
@TroyChewning2 жыл бұрын
this guy rules. nothing more to say than that. elite hip hop.
@dfrnt_hues3 жыл бұрын
9.9 outta 10 all I needed was “Things you could do for if doing while black” to make this a 12/10
@mylesthered36143 жыл бұрын
I’m glad to still be up😭I was not expecting this at all, Mick is really one of the best in the game rn!
@Horac33 жыл бұрын
Rn, manz been a Beast since 2014!
@jaco5five6six3 жыл бұрын
Best in the game right now? 🎵Now you definitely trippin now that I think abooout it🎵
@ryanyowell96973 жыл бұрын
Once again, Mick shattering every other poet in the universe with his elegant wordplay.
@theherbpuffer3 жыл бұрын
I don't know, I feel like artists like Navy Blue, MIKE, and Mavi are just as poetic if not more so.
@Audii5553 жыл бұрын
He’s the best
@rajahnicunningham12223 жыл бұрын
@@theherbpuffer will give them a try. Always great hearing new artists
@arcticfire60363 жыл бұрын
@@theherbpuffer they tip for tap
@shepherdchamp083 жыл бұрын
Chicago is in the BUILDING! Mick is dumb underrated.
@Varaydein3 жыл бұрын
Mick been consistent for a decade +
@awake12513 жыл бұрын
P.S. - "The Waters" is one of the most creative hip hop albums to drop. Mick constructs such an atmosphere. Check it out.
@marthablanche38133 жыл бұрын
agreed
@matijailic99862 жыл бұрын
💯 Masterpiece. Still his best project imo and quite possibly my favorite mixtape oat.
@HealthyFather3 жыл бұрын
Man I really hope this blows up. He really deserves more attention. I’m sick of people sleeping on him.
@russellrobinson64043 жыл бұрын
His music is amazing. But he probably doesn't have those industry connections needed to be famous
@ShaniceMeshell3 жыл бұрын
so happy to see Mick Jenkins on Tiny Desk. 🖤 i stumbled across him after The Waters mixtape in 2014 and have always loved his music. i’m so happy he stayed consistent with dropping quality content. this is unexpected, but well deserved ! don’t forget to drink more water guys. ✨
@victorialee38103 жыл бұрын
Still bumping The Waters in 2021.
@ShaniceMeshell3 жыл бұрын
@@victorialee3810 STILL.
@michaelserrano93343 жыл бұрын
Same! Piece of a Man is probably my favorite project from him right after The Waters. I’ve listened to both projects soooo much!
@jarondavis97953 жыл бұрын
All facts!!!
@replicant-19863 жыл бұрын
Every album by Mick is better than the last. Definitely top five mc's out right now.
@elisayovino66723 жыл бұрын
Omg thank you for introducing your band members, somehow this has become a rarity
@Horac33 жыл бұрын
Exactly and it’s a shame because analog will always reign! Bands/Musicians deserve way more credit.
@TM26Slippy2 жыл бұрын
Bro I want like 2 more hours of this please ongaud
@rickcorcoran45473 жыл бұрын
Can we talk about my G auto on the keys. Ya mans is a killer. All of you were of course, but that boy done nailed it. Beautiful performance.
@katedagreat96283 жыл бұрын
He is being heard. SPEAK LOUD, WE ARE LISTENING! LOVE FOR U MAN !
@tiagopacheco46542 жыл бұрын
Mick is so criminally underrated that even tho I'm a npr subscriber it still took me 3 months to find this gem. Love the acustics
@area201soprano3 жыл бұрын
Finally!!! The time is now. Drink more water!
@mooreprr80673 жыл бұрын
This whole joint is fire 🔥🔥🔥🔥
@v3nOmgr3aSy2 жыл бұрын
He really find himself with this last album I think. I can’t waitttttt for the next album it’s gonna be so good
@xboxqueen3602 жыл бұрын
I just want to see him live. He's so talented.
@rthbndrmusic Жыл бұрын
I feel blessed to even get to bump dis
@prestonreyes253 жыл бұрын
Mick Jenkins is so underrated, def one of my fav artists.
@aygabe3 жыл бұрын
I need to see Mick live IMMEDIATELY.
@Tahjrevon3 жыл бұрын
So glad he made an appearance. Elephant In The Room was too good for him not to do a live performance
@This_Is_SomethingАй бұрын
Get him on again abeg!!!! His catalogue is one of the best out there. Please!
@marcic-loftus82653 жыл бұрын
Mick just great. and Otto Marloft is a great keyboardist too!
@slumpAve3 жыл бұрын
AFTER YEARRRSSSSSS OF BEGGING TINY DESKKKK
@babyninjajesus26692 жыл бұрын
AHHHHHHH MICK IS MAKIN IT STILL STRAIGHT WATER
@iamhallo683 жыл бұрын
Elephant in the room is such a refined album , amazing message!!
@tasiat.27503 жыл бұрын
The Doja reference was super funny. Great performance Mick!
@ethanward67133 жыл бұрын
I had to play that back😂
@TheeJoieDeVivreGarden3 ай бұрын
I’ve lost count how many times I’ve come back to this Tiny Desk…
@witnessthedream77403 жыл бұрын
Mick's music / albums are perfect to be played live.
@ethanward67133 жыл бұрын
Mos definitely, he should totally drop a deluxe with live cuts for each track
@meechmurtans3 жыл бұрын
Mick is a legend.
@artful_dodger19283 жыл бұрын
Cape Town misses you! 🐐 Thank you for all of your work. The most recent being a masterpiece
@simeongranada89593 жыл бұрын
Had the honor of meeting Mick Jenkins after he performed at The Middle East in Boston. Been drinking this water since 2016. Great to see him here with NPR; people need to know his voice. I love how he’s not talking much, just letting the rhythms speak for themselves. He’s this level of 💯 in live shows, and he’s such a huge presence and a kind soul. Be the Mick Jenkins of what y’all love doing.
@shimizu42023 жыл бұрын
This whole Tiny Desk was just too immaculate from Mick to the band, all the about the vibrations, really loved this from his latest album great song choice.
@OngezwaDumel3 жыл бұрын
I agree 👌
@myyoutubeaccount41673 жыл бұрын
Honestly, any song from the album would've been a good choice.
@shimizu42023 жыл бұрын
@@myyoutubeaccount4167 I wholeheartedly agree to that
@stevendidomenico49903 жыл бұрын
One of the greatest rappers of our generation, this man's ability to effortlessly float on tracks is unmatched. Been on Mick for so long, glad he's well appreciated within the rap community.
@allsmilez2day3 жыл бұрын
Still drinking 🚰💙😎 Mick still a young legend!!👏🏽🔥🔥
@BFields3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I'm still drinking " The Waters" too.
@ethanward67133 жыл бұрын
"Floating like the sink is broke, drip so consistent now"💧
@tinicoleofficial3 жыл бұрын
Been listening to Mick since about 2014-15. He’s on my list of top fav lyricists of all time✨
@Qiast2 жыл бұрын
Mick mad talented man I’m still hoping he gets the recognition he deserves he’s criminally underrated
@user-vm9cp2cv3w3 жыл бұрын
These musicians are insanely talented
@blackcatfancy3 жыл бұрын
Tiny Desk you are on FIRE this month!!
@victorialee38103 жыл бұрын
I love him so much.
@ZuaveZay3 жыл бұрын
My man brought out the vocals 😂 underrated and still untouchable, this brought me joy 🔥
@CamboyGDubbz3 жыл бұрын
Amazing choice of songs for this. Really showing off his vocal range on the new project, can't box this man in!
@tevingarrett7234 Жыл бұрын
Speard love while we all here and don't forget to drink more water. ❤🙏🙏