Jay-Z and Dean Baquet, in Conversation

The rapper and music mogul discusses therapy, marriage and politics with The New York Times's executive editor.
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[@TheCultureCounselor]

This was not an interview with Jay-Z, it was an interview with Shawn Carter. Loved it!

[@SweetCammieEyes1]

Yes! The title should be Interview with Sean Carter.

[@kaystone4486]

Pros & Conss #deep

[@GrownArseMen]

Pros & Conss truth

[@WizardDick]

Shawn

[@DreaAffair]

Pros & Conss definitely!!

[@SimplySteph.]

This interviewer is really good. He made it feel like a therapy session instead of an interview.

[@offtop3808]

Stephanie Samuels except his CONSTANT hm hmm right right right. My god. Terrible

[@diazreddix6036]

Stephanie Samuels can we talk?

[@SimplySteph.]

Diaz Reddix about what lol

[@jhevellegray9830]

Manskc

[@TheWallAlfyan]

Now I can't listen to the interview without thinking of those "hmm's", thanks a lot.

[@afekhideojebuoboh9373]

I’ve watched this interview about 7 times in 2022 alone. Phenomenal asf. He’s self awareness and maturity is amazing to see. The vulnerability and strength to be so true to self is inspiring.

[@phillylarkin.s1930]

He's seen Beyonce,s bum hole 😂😂😂🎇

[@avnoorsinghkohli3967]

vffff

[@bizbizstudios]

yeah he knows himself

[@lucaschristian135]

How you know Jay is a truly empathetic & caring man was how he said ''let's not use hurricane cause so many are affected'' he was using a metaphor and realised it might be in bad taste or cause others pain and switched to a word that would describe what he was talking about but equally thoughtful of those affected by hurricanes by choosing the word 'pain'. What an absolute gentleman.

[@raphealchiyuka6972]

I felt that too

[@J_U_ICE]

It’s pretty refreshing to see an interview we’re the interviewer wasn’t trying to box the interviewee in a corner and genuinely wanted to see what was going on in their mind.

[@mrlogick1098]

MayThe4ce right, no gotcha angle at all... they just chopped it up...

[@issacf4416]

MayThe4ce ..maybe.

[@Cole57576]

This is like therapy vs a real interview where they interrogate someone.

[@BrittanyCampbell]

“What you reveal, you can heal” Excellent conversation.

[@j.cella5044]

Brittany Campbell That Part 💯

[@yolandawashington3963]

This is so real to me!!!! Thank you! You helped me in ways you you don’t know!!!!

[@ronroca4387]

I couldn't remember the quote but you got it, "You can't have a solution until you deal with the problem, What you reveal, you heal" 9.29

[@cibida1]

J. Cella504 Zea

[@thaboteach6318]

That part of bullies being people who themselves got bullied, reminded me of his lyrics " sensitive thugs y'all need hugs".

[@siphosimwanza4429]

I watched this when it first came out. And now, four years later, I'm realizing that there were so many layers to his words that I didn't catch the first go around. Can't wait to, God willing, listen to this again five years from now.

[@user-wp6kc6it6l]

Yeaaa

[@timcasey5835]

I’m doing exactly the same:)

[@adelinnasadventures5272]

I’m gonna watch it every year see how I change

[@internetenjoyer1002]

This is my first time re-watching, I'm halfway through the interview and I'm picking up new information that I didn't catch when this was first uploaded. I wonder what I'll discover the next time watching too. ❤

[@derrickbarber7015]

I guess you were right.

[@ef9374]

“Until everyone’s free, no one’s free” 👏👏👏 quote for life...

[@tayke2142]

e f really?

[@NFJIZZY]

💯💪🏾👌🏾🙏🏽

[@kairoofficial5722]

Tattoo maybe..🤷🏽‍♂️🤷🏽‍♂️🍂🍂🤝🤝🤨🤨🤞🤞✈✈🤔🤔

[@isaacforbes9002]

e f ‘w

[@MrRonPope]

Until the devil is free no one is free, look him up

[@executecreate5935]

"The Hardest Thing Is Seeing Pain On Someone Face That You Caused And Then Having To Deal With Yourself, Most People Don't Want To Do That, You Don't Want To Look Inside Yourself And So You Walk Away" My Favorite Quote So Much Truth

[@filesgrab3318]

Mine also

[@littlebitofeverything8023]

Execute Create great quote and very true! Especially applies to liars and cheater! But they'll never be happy! They're forever lonely!

[@executecreate5935]

Yea they hide behind excuses and just walk away something i learned from personal experience but like you said they are the broken ones that will never be happy

[@executecreate5935]

Exactly to build yourself up you shouldn't have to tear people down like jay also stated

[@sanderdullaert]

That was hard to read

[@Linda-mf8vm]

Jay-Z always amazes me. He has such profound wisdom. They say "wisdom is born of pain" and I think that it true. However, J's wisdom not only came from pain, but from his ability to follow his instincts no matter what the price. I love the way he speaks of his marital issues and his obviously strong love for Beyonce. They are in it for the long haul, and that is so refreshing.

[@alexisogden8400]

She actually said “it’s wisdom born of pain.” She was speaking about herself not generalizing.

[@Linda-mf8vm]

@@alexisogden8400 Who is "she"?

[@debrajames3865]

@Linda Listen! You are walking in wisdom. some people do not know how silly they live.

[@EBad-ko8zy]

“What you looking at…” was so profoundly said and revealed a deep insight.🖤

[@ralph2036]

This whole video is the longest Jay-z verse we'll ever get

[@evianortiz2985]

Ralph Hernandez omg you broke my mind

[@MisterTea_One2]

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[@netgain4489]

Jay-Z a biggest inspiration to me since ‘96 as a rapper, very mediocre when it comes to giving an interview however :(

[@popsc3202]

mm hm!

[@macklane4127]

Correct

[@powfoot4946]

Notes I took on this interview: -Important to show where you came from, what it took to get here -The best things are invisible, I cant put compassion in your hands -Repeat what those who are successful do, those habits made them what they are -Have the uncomfortable dialogue (on racist business owners getting kicked out of the NBA) -Concealing an issue doesnt get rid of it, you need to diagnose the problem first and that doesnt happen until you talk about it -Most important thing learnt in therapy: Every emotion is connected and it comes from somewhere- "you're acting this way towards me because of this? Im gonna respond with compassion because that thing happened to you." -You can only do the best that you can do and you should be proud of yourself for that- and also recognise when other people do their best -These objects are not the most beautiful things I have, its the friendships, the compassion and the person I have become -Rap is discovery, what do you know thats new? Thats whats cool -Do you wanna be a trend or louis vuitton? -Doing a bad thing whilst being fully conscious of its effects is worse than doing a bad thing when you are ignorant of the consequences

[@ahmedndossa2966]

"The most beautiful things are not objects, the most beautiful things are inside" - Jay Z.

[@yave1]

That last line spoke to me. Very strong closing statement. "The hardest thing is seeing pain on someone's face that you caused, and then having to deal with yourself." ............ "You don't wanna look inside yourself... so you walk away." POWERFUL. Very powerful. Accurate. That IS the hardest thing. You can walk away from people... but you can't walk away from yourself. So whatever the issues are... they have to be addressed.

[@fahblizza]

It spoke to me personally as well.

[@mermaidflying1297]

Jeenyoux I feel the same way! I thought it was VERY POWERFUL!!! Well articulated too. This is the first interview that I’ve come to see a really different person in him than before. It’s like he’s free of something? Ive always known he’s intelligent , I realize he’s been to therapy but it’s deeper than that? 🤔🤔🤔

[@409yattaman]

Jeenyoux facts

[@enigmaticmusicgroupmusic6976]

That line brings me back to this conversation/interview a year later

[@danielwassolua5959]

He is smart! Keep it up jay

[@shanterabrown5481]

"Intelligence is not attributed to color." Say it louder for em at the back!

[@jermainebennett7473]

I did lol. I`m sure he just forgot it though

[@grnd_ctrl8387]

captain_ahab Intelligence is something that is so many factors and is hard to pin down though.

[@blaine4239]

@captain_ahab I know this is months old, but.... Kenyan runners is due to high altitude. Higher altitude, less oxygen to take it. When they come to other areas, they don't need as much oxygen to take in compared to others. Therefore, they can last longer and push their bodies harder. So, in a way, yeah you can call that evolution-ish. But that's more of growing accustomed to your environment. The Asian thing isn't even accurate though. That's just basic genetics. If you got a specific combination of genes going for being tall/short, that's what's going to happen. So that's just because one person had a child with someone else; not evolution 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@onlinejobsfromindiiojamesp5325]

Blacks are the smartest anyway we invented everything

[@bw8450]

@@onlinejobsfromindiiojamesp5325 LOL

[@marvinreed6678]

Man, this interview is deep, informative and insightful. Both of these guys are so seasoned with wisdom. Jay-z is very humble and insightful. His words of wisdom is as touching as the words in his songs. I think Jay is a great role model for men!

[@julieannfaehealing]

I wish Jay-Z did more interviews. He’s so thoughtful and introspective and offers such beautiful wisdoms

[@kennaem6730]

I never ever understood "what are you looking at" until now. I always thought it was just a way of asserting and showing power or influence by inciting fear in others. I never saw it through the lens of "this person is looking at me in my time of pain or vulnerability" or "this person can see or recognize my pain or vulnerability...and I don't like that". That's very powerful and very true. Also, "intelligence is not a tribute to color" in reference to "you're talking white"-everything. And also "the hardest thing is seeing pain on someone's face that you caused and then have to deal with yourself...most people don't want to do that. You don't want to look inside of yourself, and so you walk away". I'm very glad to have watched this interview and see him in this light. Not just as a celebrity with money, and influence, and Bey, and a black man, but as a human. I still can't fully put into words all that I've taken from this, because I'm still processing it-and I think that that is a good thing to continue thinking about it and then having a conversation about it and continuing the dialogue- but I'm very happy to have seen this.

[@Buenrostro-tb9mq]

Kennae M can i subscribe

[@kennaem6730]

I think that that contributes to that thought process. If you think about it, someone showing you that they are unwilling to open up and are uncomfortable doing so or being vulnerable with you (or society) and expressing that in a way that can be threatening or hostile would lead anyone to deter from trying to figure that individual out you know? And even if it isn't in a threatening manner, just the fact that someone is showing or communicating (even if not explicitly or just through body language) that they aren't comfortable to be vulnerable and are unwilling to do so, I'd say most people would be considerate of that individual and respect that boundary so then, of course people don't understand or relate or see your humanity you know? Because that's not even an option yea? It's not even on the table. So then that yields to many people, especially black men, being misunderstood or judged or regarded as inept of having, or at least expressing, human emotion, therefore the rest of society can't connect, so again as you've said, that translates to society not recognizing your humanity.

[@kennaem6730]

Exactly. Well said. Thank you for this conversation. Really enlightening.

[@terellcanton5196]

Yes, this was a very powerful interview. Jay-Z has always had a stillness about him. However, in this interview I can see that his guard is fully down and he's speaking from a vulnerable/deeper place himself. The 'What are you looking at' comment touched me as well. Considering that my brother was 'that person' asking people that question, I'm excited to discuss with him exactly what he was going through at that time. Nevertheless, you've highlighted most of the points that really resonated with me...I'm interested to know if you felt he was 100% honest...still so much to unpack from this interview.

[@kennaem6730]

You say "excited to discuss with him", does that mean that you will be interviewing him soon? How neat. And to answer your question about his honesty, I actually like to watch and listen to interviews multiple times so that I can get a read (through facial expression, body language, on whether or not someone is being completely genuine or honest in their responses, even if I think it's only part of the truth because they aren't as willing to share the complete truth-and I feel as though he was completely honest in this interview. Though I believe that he held some things back, I feel as though everything that he did say and share was with full honesty because, like you said, he was speaking from a vulnerable/deeper place in himself. It's also just very pleasant to take in all of what he has given to us in this interview, not only because the information is helpful and relatable, but because he's never really been a guy to speak so much or go into detail about so many facets of his life. He's usually quite mum about the inner workings of his personal life, except that glimpse and perspective that he gives through his music, so it's just nice to see him more as another person rather than this mysterious and private celebrity that everyone wonders about or puts on a pedestal or no one can relate to.

[@dondiddy7529]

A healthy relationship with anyone starts with conversation.

[@cos0ne]

WillJon Fox exactly

[@kanyesigemuhumza9295]

That is a good one I going to take your advice on

[@fatimakishimi7378]

A healthy relationship with anyone starts with conversation

[@dorisdee8406]

Powerful messages and responses there by Jay. He’s in a league of his own. And a big credit to the interviewer. You can tell he’s studied him throughout his journey.

[@DannySullivanMusic]

It makes me excited there are people that sense what's true

[@droprelease4820]

I loved at the end when he used the analogy of “eye of the hurricane” and then went back and said “maybe I won’t use the term hurricane because so many people affected”. Pure class

[@silewis9396]

Preempting people who find faults with others words such as people tend to nowadays. Interview experience combined with the ability to stay ahead

[@Truthandlove4]

It's crazy how the media tries to put artists against each other when behind the scenes it's really all love. JayZ mentioned his love for Kanye, respect for Nas, him going to therapy with Beyoncé and for himself, his love for Solange album and for her. These people are human. They fight, argue etc but at the end of the day it's all love.

[@habeeb4312]

allisonemma1 well said

[@silvermediastudio]

A lot of it is manufactured, they agree to beef in public because it creates interest. They manipulate the media to get free publicity. Look behind the curtain.

[@tintswalo2931]

Everything is, indeed, love.

[@letyjay9715]

Or he knows how to work and manipulate an interview to not come off bitter or angry or give particular attention to a feud especially seeing how classy this interview is

[@daramiller8819]

I wish he would love some chapstick lol

[@treproductions9522]

"people walk away from marriages because they don't want to look inside themselves" mannn i felt that.

[@psykloneja]

@Davide Lecky People like to think they are good. Its hard to look at someone going through pain and realize that you were the person who caused it. You have to own the person you are and the wrong things you did in order to change yourself for the better. Many people just walk away from their marriages and focus on the wrongs the other person did, rather than see the bad in themselves.

[@greatestever.8177]

Omri H some people can see it bro no need explain it to them buddy

[@almadeunrebel]

don’t make it seem like walking out of a marriage is cowardice. it may be selfish but many good decisions are made by being selfish.

[@joegrst]

A lesson I've learned. Lost the most wonderful woman ever, because I couldn't face myself.

[@micheal874]

joegrst Me to!!!!!

[@theangelfly]

This guy is BRILLIANT and so incredibly self aware. Wisdom beyond his years! Very thought provoking and inspiring. Would like to hear more from him to help heal this world.

[@LinksCrestMade]

Since 2018, I have been coming back to this interview. It has everything to learn of.

[@dimytrypierre3471]

Jayz Can Drop a album doing interviews. And it will go Platinum this guy drops too many gems

[@Juscallmemav]

💯

[@blackberry9013]

Dimytry Pierre FACTS

[@andrewgoosdy3814]

Go to my video to see more video

[@aidam.3845]

One of the realest & most genuine conversations between a celebrity & a journalist!!! Great job!!! 👏💯

[@aidam.3845]

I A M J O KING it's based on much more than that such as body language, how relaxed Jay-Z is and the flow of the conversation.

[@aidam.3845]

I A M J O KING Actually go to the video at 21:00 minutes

[@aidam.3845]

I A M J O KING I know seriously how can anyone cheat on Beyonce!? Smh that was so low of him.

[@aidam.3845]

I A M J O KING Exactly my point!

[@aidam.3845]

I A M J O KING Of course it works both ways

[@marcusfolkes9173]

2022 and I’m still here. Great interview!

[@RichyLarge]

So much wisdom!!! I could listen to these two for hours. Would love to see the unedited version!

[@JustTayo]

"You can't have a solution until you start dealing with the problems."

[@Maxmillianr1]

"Intelligence is not attributed to color" That's true words right there.

[@100Hasake]

I feel like everyone knows this, why does it take a black celebrity to say it to people to acknowledge it's true

[@ProdByPalmarius]

@@100Hasake because sometimes all people need is a bit of clarity and for things to be worded differently

[@adedipekehinde7442]

@@100Hasake 💯💯💯

[@CaneBigMad9]

@@100Hasake if 2pac DMX or Nas said it would be

[@mcxo2774]

No quality is.

[@dj_Samurai]

These interviews of Jay Z are gold. Im crying now already picturing him passed away and watching this again. Very blessed in 2021.

[@ernestondimulunde2137]

Who's still here to watch this phenomenal interview in 2021?

[@denisedixon9146]

In 2023😊

[@thabanii23]

here for the 3rd time...2024

[@bpatient843]

As an African American male I'm really proud of his growth personally and professionally. There is power in knowledge and truth.

[@mayoritodo9465]

"the hardest thing is seeing pain on someone's face that you have caused and have to deal with yourself " HOV

[@94dbaby]

I think that’s just common sense 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@lowwillia4071]

@Nina Lindström lmao💀

[@odd_familiar]

@Nina Lindström its funny the simple principles are claimed as revolutionary nowadays..

[@ebonyadams6358]

@Nina Lindström said and people will receive it differently. Write a book say it even though it's been said by many you are saying it!

[@ebonyadams6358]

@@odd_familiar Hey write a book say it to your audience and it will be revolutionary nothing is new under the sun 🌞

[@Fitterminal]

The actual title: How to age well with wisdom 101

[@lamontgarnesjr4638]

Jay is what’s called a “Heyoka Empath”. “I'm a mirror. If you're cool with me, I'm cool with you, and the exchange starts. What you see is what you reflect. If you don't like what you see, then you've done something. If I'm standoffish, that's because you are.” Jay-Z

[@nourishevolvethrive4164]

Hmm facts

[@onelove4132]

A heyoka wouldn't cheat on their wife

[@sistasunshinesmith8149]

Be...Be Blessed and Know...You are Phenomenal and You don't owe anyone an apology...AAAmen! Be Phenomenal in Your right now...anyhow!! AAAmen!! God's Love & Blessings! Meditate on the Book of Genesis

[@Marsellis]

best interview ive seen in a while

[@sharonepps3191]

Wow... so powerful ..best interview I’ve heard in ever!

[@ianditwin7443]

👍🏾

[@rainwarrior4462]

"There's a karmic debt that has to be paid" wow he and I same mind, also "we gonna get further together" we on same page I love him

[@EricaSager]

Who else comes back to this video over time?

[@emmanuelowolabi12]

Word

[@claudejones3451]

I do there are so many takeaways from watching this interview. You have to watch it a few times to fully grasp and take in everything

[@jhamoniquelawson2408]

Me I do that with all his interviews

[@cicisunny6795]

Me

[@galanimodongo8811]

Timeless#GOAT

[@Immsilo]

2022 and still one of the most intelligent interview from a hip hop artist " … The hardest thing to do is seeing pain on someone's face that you've cause and have to deal with it yourself..."

[@denisedixon9146]

A new insight on JZ for me in 2023...awesome💪🏿

[@bbrianblair]

I absolutely love the wisdom Jay Z brings to the table. I have so much respect for people who “made it,” yet they are willing to share the knowledge & wisdom gained from their experiences. In a way, it’s sorta like giving back.

[@xolanimchunu8664]

Yea exactly

[@shermandibowantradeall2047]

Me too I love jayz's wisdom he is ahead of his time

[@user-um4bh3tx6r]

Jayden

[@frankiediaz4299]

This is probably the best Jay Z interview I ever watched

[@Buenrostro-tb9mq]

frankie diaz Can i subscribe.

[@JenequePinnock]

These interview questions are impeccable. You get the sense that he has studied Jay’s journey. Such a good interview

[@rasras1447]

Evidence. Very profound

[@wandahwhetstone6338]

Worddddddd

[@sistasunshinesmith8149]

Be...Be Blessed and Know...You are Phenomenal and You don't owe anyone an apology...AAAmen! Be Phenomenal in Your right now...anyhow!! AAAmen!! God's Love & Blessings! Meditate on the Book of Genesis

[@ladymalikah]

This is such a great interview. I've listened to it three times already

[@staceyannanderson5681]

I still cannot get enough. I keep coming back for more.

[@KempireRadio]

I am loving Dean's questions! Real journalism!

[@michaelmidax8108]

KempireRadio Exactly. Dean was right on the money. That man earned & deserves his job...a heck of a lot more than a lot of other so called "journalists"

[@ajpip9719]

Definitely one of the best interviews I’ve ever seen

[@gsy3481]

KempireRadio f

[@fitlife1205]

Immanuify lmao I don’t think nobody is at the moment

[@onlyforyou8538]

JESUS LOVES YOU. HE is the ONLY and LIVING GOD. He Wants to help you. He is your Savior. If you are tired of everything, pray to Him. He will hear and answer you. HE IS YOUR FATHER...He Can change your life!!!

[@tristanthompson3344]

Am I the only one thinking Jay-Z's voice is SUUUPER soothing?

[@ojonkemdilim2227]

Habibi Thotsu No, I think so too.

[@revmpandora]

You could pour it over ice cream

[@anareid1222]

I love it..

[@jdillard36]

I noticed that. It came off very welcoming. I think because of transparency.

[@seektruth562]

Habibi Thotsu so true

[@CarpeDiemHacker]

this interview it's so goood, to take the time to think and feel our experiences and learnings, love it

[@kccatalan8449]

Fabulous interview..great questions..and I love how open Jayzee was..I've never heard him speak this long or be this honest and open about his life. So glad I stumbled upon this. I never had an opinion on Jayzee one way or the other. Now, I can say I'm truly impressed. He seems genuine , giving and unpretentious.. Amazed at how different he is than the image I had of him, given the way he and Bey present themselves in public. Thanks for a great video.

[@mrsirman2177]

Hurt people don't want people to see them being hurt, that's the story of "what you looking at"? Such an amazing revelation, makes sense

[@aubriewilliams880]

Herr Starr I was so amazed when I heard that.

[@jkweili]

He only hurt cause he know he wronged Bey and he is wronging the 3rd kid in life that says she is is his... STEP UP JAY!!!

[@KandiRoseMusic]

Yea and also being internally angry and needing to release it so it’s targeting at someone anyone for any reason just because of the emotions they harbor inside and may not completely understand but most likely don’t know how to deal with it

[@MrSuperman2312]

"You talking white....What does that mean??....I know words???!?!...Intelligence doesnt contribute to color.... THIS IS WHY I LOVE ME SOME JAY-Z...this dude is BRILLIANT....

[@Mr102185]

Wesley Alexander That was my favorite part of the interview bro.

[@HeleseTALKS]

People have been saying that foe years tho

[@TechOutAdam]

Or how many times as a Chicano people would tell me, "Why you act like that, you're white washed", why? Because I picked up a dictionary? Racism against your own is better for racist than them doing it directly.

[@thecorruptedcat989]

Wesley Alexander I've been saying this since 17. Talking with correct English isnt a certain race

[@mrzprettyfeet]

The word English comes from end combination "Anglo-ish". Look up the word "Anglo" it most definitely symbolizes color. I guess all y'all "smart people" don't pick up the dictionary enough.

[@crystaltharrell]

“They’ll be who they are.” I don’t know why, but that quote really got me. We get so caught up on changing people and not seeing them as they really are

[@Juxtapose76]

Say it louder for the people in the back? 📢🫂👌

[@eberromo4805]

As someone that's always been skeptical of this man, and this being my first Jay-Z interview, I can say that I'm surprised at the self awareness and I can appreciate him much more as an artist and visionary. We need more of this

[@danofficial117]

Why sceptical?

[@VinceBond-ky2zt]

@@danofficial117black people are mad jayz talks about what other rappers dream about, and it hurts so bad cos they know with Jayz his raps are facts unlike their favourites

[@animusrye2342]

I love how he said real quick "nothing is impossible"

[@faybury4428]

Yup its true

[@kendallgoodvoice7579]

sagittarius energy

[@ParisBattles]

Kendall Good Voice facts my ascendant sign is sag 🥳

[@megannaidu3138]

the wisdom dripping off of him is what I need all 2020

[@edenhaile4343]

also seeing this in 2020 :)

[@changesstill2519]

For real🤔

[@thomastonyin7921]

Megan Naidu 🗣👌🏽

[@xI2eLoaDeDx]

Stop it you ain’t getting some

[@icilmabarzey-george9616]

Amen

[@kevinandilemediahouse]

I live for these interviews 😭🤝😁❤️

[@cristinanobrega9400]

Uplifting and Inspiring. Thank you for sharing your vulnerability and remaining successful yet humble.

[@bm915K]

All these peopele whining about Jay crossing his legs. That just shows you how superficial you are. 35 mins of deep topics and that's the comment you come up with?

[@SumDumGai5]

Bryan Emmitt Mack Leg crossing is a true concern to "real men".

[@daricnd]

lol thats youtube for u... too many people make silly comments and observations online

[@Saps127]

This is a real question, what is wrong with guys crossing their legs? I never understood that.

[@TheJayWay]

I am so puzzled that people noticed that I had no time to study his posture. I did notice when he talked about Bey he was careful with his words that's about it. He gave such a nice interview and there are people who took away that he crossed his legs? But I get it on KZbin people are used to paying attention for 3 to 5 mins tops watching music videos, asking them to pay attention for 35 is asking waaaay too much if it isn't a video game walk through that is😆😆

[@mauricelanier6]

That shows you how some people are insecure about themselves. That tells you that they have a deep dark secret about themselves. Ignorance!!! 😒

[@Audioanalisys]

"The hardest thing is seeing pain on other people, that you've caused and having to deal with yourself" This is really good !! Keep it up Jay

[@godsson7456]

Audioanalisys Could've been said any better

[@learnswahiliwithsarah]

Bb

[@janebertolani9084]

Such a great interview. The interviewer did a fabulous job with the questions he chose and his authentic interest and engagement, showing Jay Z in all his beautiful wisdom and down to earth realness. One of the best interviews ever.

[@Business8413]

Love this interview 🙌🏾

[@briantobias9212]

I love his ideology of playing the long game. In a world of so much short term gratification, its so hard to stay patient. But if you stay patient and work hard enough on a long term basis. You will win.

[@D_isco_D_ancer]

This guy (Jay Z) may have come from the projects but is a person with the right stuff to grow. This insight into him is fascinating. It shows in a tacit way that growing as a person does not have to do with formal education or money.

[@teddynkwabi4502]

"what you reveal, you heal" "Intelligence is not attributed to colour" "You can't have a solution unless you deal with the problem" "You can't sacrifice others for your life, there's always a karmic debt to be paid" "The most important things aren't the ones we can see or touch,but the ones inside of us...." Genius....Simply Genius!!!!!!! I felt as though I was in class listening to a philosophy lecture or watching a documentary. I feel like most of the things you said should be turned into Quotes:) because Almost 90% of what you said resonates with most of us in more ways than one. Unconsciously, I started self evaluating myself during the Interview. Wow, the respect I have for you...can't describe it. You deserve the all best that life has to offer,and then some!

[@alasdairmacintyre9383]

theresia peter they're not just quotes, theyre clichés. He heard all that in therapy

[@rbh224]

"You rather be a trend or you rather be Ralph Lauren?

[@tbg6070]

I assume you were sitting next to him on the couch huh? @@alasdairmacintyre9383

[@davidrleak2888]

theresia peter first and foremost

[@tinajames1924]

Mr,Jay Z he always speak his truth ... he’s Genus!! your fan 4 Lyfe ❤️🎼❤️

[@alexhartan]

Amazing show, host, questions, production. So happy this is on youtube.

[@blessedandbeautiful8365]

Jay Z’s boundaries are stunning. He shares and gives just enough where he illicits change. The way he answered questions and gave answers shows how he is evolving and growing as a person. He is thoughtful and quite brave. To even admit he goes to therapy as a Black man makes me proud. I don’t listen to his music per se but the songs I know about is that his music has a lesson. It’s artistic and speaks to the heart and soul to people.

[@CITYBOISZN]

My boy said “would you rather be a trend or Ralph Lauren” BAR!!!

[@nicolewashington6559]

I thought that too! Barzz

[@joshuaowolabi6668]

Jah Greez what does he mean by that ?

[@arroz154]

Joshua Owolabi would you rather be hot for a moment or be remembered forever.

[@joshuaowolabi6668]

God Thanks man

[@Godbody321]

😂😂 word

[@elijahjobmason4638]

This is pure Black Boy Joy right here. Two Black men coming together having a mature and positive intellectual conversation.

[@apollocreed1710]

Very inspirational, watched the music video today love the subtle way you rap about the powers at work , and being so humble namaste 🙏

[@ahmedndossa2966]

Emotional maturity and Intelligence. Such and intellectual conversation.

[@deifor]

This man is in total peace with himself. You can feel it in his tone of voice and body language. Jay Z is becoming one or my role models and I'm not precisely a young person.

[@violetisgreen]

Hatuey McFarland do you look up to how he cheated on his spouse???

[@HisgGalore]

@@violetisgreen A role models personal life doesnt affect the personal life of the one looking up

[@skfoxjrxzz5051]

Alyssa Green you can never know what celebrities are like in private, but you can still respect him for the things he does publicly

[@deifor]

@@violetisgreen Let he who is without sin cast the first stone.

[@thatskull]

33 and still learning, I look up to him as well and it's for good reason 💯💯

[@Under_Construction100]

"The strongest thing a man can do is cry". That's so powerful.

[@shawnnawilliams33]

Yes, men are human and can be vulnerable ❤️🙌🏿

[@joeslam5]

Dont cry in the open..........

[@teophelusdavid4375]

True indeed

[@TRUYORK718]

@@joeslam5 says the CUSTER

[@alejandrotovar9866]

Great video! Would like to hear more about specific practices. Ty!

[@unkle_sam]

2021 I had to come back here to listen to this wisdom🔥

[@nikantropov3165]

Easily one of the most well spoken artist/celebrity. He should do tedtalks or something like that

[@nthuthukomdluli1052]

True

[@joehoward7426]

@@k.cooper2569he never mentioned race in his comment, you neek

[@SOLARFLAIR.]

@@k.cooper2569 HE didn’t tho. You the only one that brought up race. And both the dudes u mentioned are white. Billy Joel and Adam Lambert are pretty well spoken yes but Jay Z is a rapper. Nothing about being black but being a rapper from Brooklyn. He shouldn’t be able to yet he does.

[@cardion411]

Dean Baquet and Jay Z. I couldn't press play fast enough. Interesting Fact: Dean is the first African American Executive Editor of the New York Times.

[@KaylyaP]

Cardion Don Thank you for the fun fact.My ignorance is sad because I honestly didn't have a clue who he was/is.I appreciate you

[@nanettematthews2264]

Cardion Don interesting thing is I've never heard of Dean Baquet.

[@cardion411]

Aries Aries, no problem at all! We all should share the knowledge we know. Have a great week!

[@cardion411]

Nanette, he's a great role model. He's from my home state.

[@KaylyaP]

Cardion Don Thank you!You do the same😊

[@wendellharnsberry4894]

Thank you both.

[@danielfurlong1458]

Brilliant interview. Never really listened to much of his music but really enjoy his outlook and thoughts on life

[@markuszelliproductionz]

Love the maturity Jay-Z expresses...

[@reggieb5471]

Mark Us Zelli Productionz he 48

[@bantukidz4707]

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[@Wihs]

Jay Z ain't no black excellence, he's human excellence. Truly inspirational development.

[@tariklewis6711]

DP he's both

[@devzeppelin]

Nothing wrong with black excellence.

[@daricnd]

his blackness comes first (just as the world sees him)

[@Wihs]

@DJ Devinstation Not what I meant at all, bro.

[@brandonchacon7745]

Black excellence already implies human excellence.

[@rubamaabdallah5314]

28 April 2023 ...... first time seeing this ... what a powerful interview.

[@zephyrkhambatta]

One of the best things I've heard in my life. It's hits different now that I've been on my own healing journey the last 4-5 years and I convinced my parents to as well, to heal our own wounds. Maybe it was this interview that sparked it, who knows, coz the date's pretty close to when I had my first awakening in 2018/2019. Thanks for sharing great material guys.

[@imstarving]

"You can't sacrifice others for your life. There's a karmic debt that has to be paid." Jay always drops gems in his interviews

[@shaundaross123]

That was my favorite statement from him. Love it.

[@domokilla9944]

Coming from the illuminartist himself

[@ladybethisrael0792]

I'm wondering if he had ever been asked that question in that way. I am glad he was asked. I think that question almost caught him off guard. But I think he gave the best answer that hen could give.

[@donnelladams163]

@Marvin Santana do you know this to be fact or just your opinion?

[@ulisesmcosio]

That’s straight “Seat of the Soul,” his favorite book.

[@Creation777]

“until everyone is free, no one is free, and that’s just a fact”

[@nicolasclavel1877]

Such a great interview! Thank you.

[@MichaelJohnson-vm7fd]

Genius interview, I learn so much. Please keep on doing more of these interviews!!! Thanks!!!

[@charlie16126]

This man's perspective is extremely deep. I rate him for his level if conciousness

[@diazreddix6036]

Kiki's World world of well can we talk

[@livinglifejaybyjay3063]

He’s gone thru a lot

[@keithfoster5589]

He's giving us a lot!

[@ushaani8912]

Excellent. He has evolved so much.

[@DescmondBell]

Life always makes you smarter when you decide to pay attention to it!

[@abishaglaing8470]

This is a great interview, the questions and great and so are the answers.

[@daredevilbros6082]

so touching for an excellent video

[@veliciahiley7652]

This is how real change happens. Having understanding, agreement & unity. This is a message , hear it, understand it , move on it. Great interview Dean & Jay.

[@7tautau747]

DreamAngel123 PFW lol 😂

[@samnewman5927]

DreamAngel123 PFW completely agree

[@imdadullahkhan786]

DreamAngel123 PFW he’s a soul selling rat

[@BluePotatoHead]

He is even so self aware about his usage of hurricane as a metaphor and corrected it with humility. What a class act.. 👏🏼

[@blameitoncapitalism]

right? that was SO nice

[@jkweili]

Is he self aware that his daughter Latesha Macer needs him?

[@violetisgreen]

Is he self aware of how he shouldn’t cheat on Beyonce

[@jkweili]

Alyssa Green 😂😂😂 good one

[@violetisgreen]

Omar E Lmao I know I’m not perfect it was a joke are you okay that you felt the need to write a paragraph on his behalf

[@rs9262]

Love this interview

[@cosmicchula419]

It's so hard to be real in this day in age, with social media. This was real. Period.

[@revmpandora]

Everything is a choice

[@WVRLORD]

This conversation is so rich with emotion, seeing the conflict in jays eyes when he analyzes the questions and how he answers them you can just tell how differently he thinks and makes each answer and question very genuine great interview

[@romello7186]

Needed this

[@patriciawilson7902]

Oh my God , Thank You ☺️ Mr. Sean Carter, i hope i spelled your name correctly. However I have learned so much from listening to your conversation you have taught this 66year old woman lessons no school or university can regarding life. I will definitely watch this again because i'm so inspired to being a better person as well as a credit to my family & community. I regard you as a Master Class professor. Thank You for being YOU. I wish nothing but Grace Mercy Peace and LOVE to you and your family.

[@damienbutler4994]

"The strongest thing a man can do is cry"

[@revmpandora]

One of my most oft repeated phrases is "Sensitivity is the cutting edge of modern masculinity "

[@keithhancock9744]

Let it out, and go back to being a strong man.

[@davidrleak2888]

Damien Butler yes

[@blacknight5107]

Not all the time some men use tears manipulate

[@vaughnallen3849]

@@keithhancock9744 (edit) let it out and keep being strong

[@mgangtv2157]

It's rare when Hov does interviews but when he does he drops gems every time.