Pharrell Williams & Steve Stoute on Thriving in The Music Business and Black Ambition

[@kevinmiller2210]

This conversation made me think of my family and generational dysfunction. I just graduated with a Masters degree in Software Engineering. I included them in a group chat thanking them for support and love after my graduation. They said im being snobby and rubbing it in their face. Yet my cousin gets out of jail and they started a group chat congratulating him. Im absolutely dumbfounded by this not hating on my cousin im glad he’s home but it really makes me want to distance myself.

[@Topshelfmichael]

Damn I can’t even imagine having my only support system being so insecure they can’t congratulate me. I’m sorry you gottta deal with that. If you have the energy and love to do so, you gotta be straight forward and let them know they’re insecure about your success in some way or another, no matter how difficult the convo is.

[@rtoomer92]

No don’t tell them they’re insecure that’s not emotionally intelligent. The fact is you have to be STOIC. Be the rock your family truly needs you to be. There’s no love lost only more understanding of the situation. These things you can’t take personal because this situation is just as new for them as it is for you. Be understanding, patient, and rational. Remain humble and don’t fall for the trap of telling a person about themself unless they are wise enough in your character judgement to make those necessary acknowledgments and changes. A little long winded but necessary hope it helps.

[@thephysixxs]

Obviously they are struggling with chronic stagnation and some stunted character development 😬. Not everyone can make it as far as U have thru a super complex labyrinth of internal and external hurdles amongst constant political, social, economic, spiritual and possibly health related challenges. U must forge ahead toward greater expansion and offer support and solidarity, but with skillful boundaries and buffer zones - they can take U down with both conscious and unconsciously destructive patterns. But always remember - THEY ARE YOU!!! 🤔👌🏽💜🌎💯🦉 So its always a humbling and somewhat perplexing state of affairs. THEY are how YOU came forth into Being Human 👍🏾🤓

[@zannythatguy]

@@rtoomer92 this is the best answer.

[@kendohq]

God bless you

[@AshleeElease]

I love how Pharrell breaks down the spirituality and divinity of music, the source of it and being true to your creations through sonic connection.

[@silambarasan__rajendran]

You can feel the real spirituality in r.kelly music.

[@AshleeElease]

@@silambarasan__rajendran lmaooo yo

[@williamsTia]

why is pharell talking black ambition when he dose not look blackkkk

[@JustIn-case]

tHE WAY Steve Stoute receives Pharrell's analogies undervalues how amazing they are

[@alexandervanlohen4229]

It calms me knowing such people exist out there. Bless you guys.

[@PhntmStudios]

Pharrell's analogies for life are second to none. That Library gem was 🔥

[@jermainemcphatter4106]

Yes it was, 💯💯💪🏾

[@willforeverpubg4235]

Especially his production catalogue is insanely brilliant. I respect what Pharrell has brought to the music business for 20 years.

[@rebels-andymrtn4399]

Totally agree! From Scandinavian music artists! 🔥

[@7C7D7]

"Then I realized while I was riding for the last 50 miles that every time I looked at the person that was coming up behind me they would catch me. But when I looked at the person in front of me and stared at them I only caught them." - Steve Stoute, Founder/CEO at Translation + UnitedMasters Wisdom Gem right there. Full story Starts @ 29:20

[@Foxarocious]

BRO.. 36:30 and the library analogy is BONKERS 💯💯💯

[@Jut_tc]

Pharrell age like fine wine. Take care of yourself, you will look young.

[@ayomideajayi4469]

The way Pharrell sees the universe and art, no wonder he's still going strong at this age. An icon

[@darchitect1]

Pharrell mentions the Akashic records and the Aquarius age! 🤯🙏🏽 Man I love this guy! We are blessed to witness this conversation. I know his 1st NFT will be nuts!

[@evygil]

I been putting my music out with United Masters for the last 3 years, and feel so grateful, and blessed to have my music distributed by them.Thank you Steve and Pharrell for this video. Keep shining the light ! My deepest love and respect .

[@blueneuville]

Honestly, this advice is priceless. I just got offered a record and publishing deal as described, and this conversation convinced me to follow my own path, believe in myself and don't be seduced by the money aspect of it. Thanks Pharrell and Steve! You guys are legends

[@northside2southside12]

Hope you ain't played yourself cos of corp marketing Antics 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@dizmop]

exactly though, this is general information for everyone, it's not racially specific, Black people ain't generally stupid or lazy, I feel these guys are condescending as if because I'm Black I don't realise my potential and I need a scheme to help me. I am a Black man, I am not a boy. No disrespect to you Blue Neuville

[@C_CZ2]

@@dizmop the issue is that most black people do not have the resources and access to circles to realise their potential. I've been lucky to see the difference and I have access to people and information that is not available to most black people. It should not be the case but it is

[@blueneuville]

@@northside2southside12 I understand what you mean. I just think it's important to prove to myself that I can get my music out there, build a fanbase without being dependent on someone else. I experienced in the past that having a manager and so on gave me an excuse to put the blame on someone else if things didn't go as planned or as I imagined they would. In addition if you look at these deals they really do take most of the ownership of your creations until eternity. This is no joke, it really says 'eternity' in these contracts. What they basically do is give you money you can live of for a period of time and be comfortable but they take almost all your rights. If your music blows up you almost see no money and you're back where you started. As an argument they let you believe that there are these gate keepers at radio, tv and so on. And that without these mediums it is impossible to get your music out there ,which is bullshit. The first song I released got played over 2.5 million times on Spotify, entered the charts on French radio and gets more plays everyday. I think the smart thing to do is saving up your own money and betting on yourself. I truly believe that the music I made over the past years and that I am going to release is going to be appreciated by people no matter if I am signed with a label, publisher or not

[@blueneuville]

I think the biggest mistake I made was to think I needed a record deal. It only slowed me down. So to anyone who's reading this, focus on making something you're really proud of and get it out there. Seeing your music being listened to without any artificial things going on feels really good tbh

[@mynamebryan]

“Fulcrum” was well placed!

[@DoreVibe]

I LOVE that the conversation in the black community is more and more about ownership. That's really one of the absolute biggest keys to freedom. The other big one is supporting each other in that growth. The support could be encouragement, knowledge, (this is a prime example of it), and purchasing excellent products we produce. Thank you, gentlemen! Great conversation. It was a 43 min talk that seemed like 15 tops.

[@ProdbyCeeSick]

This is what a multi million dollar interview looks like.....The sound Priceless

[@rebels-andymrtn4399]

Totally agree! From Scandinavian music artists! 🔥

[@cjhends2088]

Pharrell seems like the type of person you walk away from conversations with even more knowledgeable.

[@beatsbythekilo]

i love leaving conversaions like that, but mine go on for hours and its usually bed time when the convvo is overr (or morning 😂)

[@ShinyFlakesShinyFlakes]

@@beatsbythekilo but who th are you

[@JC_inc]

@@ShinyFlakesShinyFlakes Does it really matter who he is? As long as he’s leaving people thinking positively.

[@Blend-nc5iy]

Ya don’t say???

[@FearlesslyProsperous]

Knowledge**

[@LegibusSolutus]

“I can’t find my way to complain because I know how blessed I am”

[@kdcentonadaily]

The kind of conversations im about.

[@rebels-andymrtn4399]

Totally agree! From Scandinavian music artists! 🔥

[@beatsbythekilo]

Im going to be a part of a conversstion between them one day... waait til my role out and all these reference tracks a got!!! Imbout to show these online producers how to do the business n create!! @BeatssByThekilo

[@Automattie]

Stout is such an enterprising, smart man.

[@MooreVoicesMedia]

Nothing Pharrell said surprised me. The conversation simply confirmed how smart I knew he always was.

[@u_mrmcmisdemeanor]

I don't think you guys understand the impact this interview will have. Thank you so much.

[@thetruthsayer8347]

What impact will it have?

[@khalidjones1251]

True story...

[@Hugoknots]

@@thetruthsayer8347 an impact you can’t imagine, apparently.

[@u_mrmcmisdemeanor]

@@thetruthsayer8347 lol, wait like another year

[@cartelpretty]

Thank you Pharrell Williams & Steve Stoute for sharing such valuable values to us, we deeply appreciate it.

[@keyswithzai]

I like how they’re in pharrells hotel in Miami that’s a cute touch

[@beatsbythekilo]

and the grammy in the backround was a cute touch to Pharrells Hotel in Miami

[@northernking6610]

Does he own it? Or is he the public face of the hotel?🤔

[@MCCABEWORLD]

Very good and important conversation! Growth talk

[@beatsbythekilo]

REAL TALK

[@DCODev]

If you have a Black child, it is your responsibility to ensure they hear this and then have a conversation about it. This is a survival guide as to what is REALLY going on!

[@DCODev]

@Win From Within …nice try. 😜 …take several seats homeboy.

[@amgii6836]

Now we understand why Prince acted the way he acted! RIP Prince.

[@beatsbythekilo]

word to carmen electra!!!

[@moialbert4857]

This indeed is a matter of CONTEXT. I am an African and I cannot not wait to share what I gathered from this video. ✍🏾

[@rebels-andymrtn4399]

Pharrell getting younger day by day! Great interview and a lot of great points was made!

[@Bytiffanyburgess]

I pray I’m blessed enough to work with Pharrell one day man. He’s my favorite mentor that I haven’t met yet.

[@dasthewitchboy]

Very educational. THE G.O.A.T AND THE G.O.A.T talking. Stay blessed

[@kakuyon]

Thank y'all for sharing this 🐐🐐🐐

[@lastofdecember4724]

Thanks for this guys. I'm a upcoming artist out of VA. (I actually went to the same highschool as Pharell!) I'm also a envoking entrepreneur/ business owner clothing line, and this is amazing. It's good to know that this is being discussed and we are branching out of our comfort zones and developing a voice for our black men and women. You guys are also a great motivation to keep me going through adversity and building from the ground up. We definitely need to procure healthy relationships with each other and the people in the right places so we can claim those things we deserve.

[@Michvl_1]

Great conversation, Love the Richard Mille's on both of their wrists too, real boss tingz

[@theintelligentbarberpodcas4877]

Powerhouse dynamic conversation love how candid he was about Gods impact on his blessings

[@EnzThaGreat]

This most def wasn’t long enough. Loved every bit of this

[@supervillainintl.6758]

Gotta appreciate the fact this is free knowledge. 💪🏿

[@rebels-andymrtn4399]

Totally agree! From Scandinavian music artists! 🔥

[@elfrank704]

That's y I'm here Salute

[@triberedeyetv5971]

Im 100% on board with Pharrells initiative on social issues n perspective.

[@roz.b.7512]

This brother is very intellectual. His voice and work speaks for him not his money. Prisons and hip hop go hand in hand. When Pharrell speaks I will always listen, whether it's through his music or whatever.

[@InesNezzy]

Let’s have human ambition where we can all come together 🙏🏼

[@capitanothegreat3994]

That is first class Philanthropy right there, im blow away, good job guys

[@Valenciz]

Probably one of the most influential people on this planet for me 🙏🏼 amazing interview 🔥

[@mrkeitt]

This conversation resonates deep with me. I'm a construction worker who makes good money but I the vanilla ppl are a majority and they do all they can to make us feel like we don't belong. Meanwhile I have dreams and aspirations that I will admit I've lacked on chasing money and fortifying someone else's goals. I got revived by this video.

[@triberedeyetv5971]

Paths will cross. Thank you for the gems. See yall soon 2021

[@tonicba4748]

This was profound interview guys thanks for great inspiration Pharrell Williams insight bless Big Bro he's a person I look up too🙏🙏🙏

[@rebels-andymrtn4399]

Totally agree! From Scandinavian music artists! 🔥

[@Cfeldersproduction007]

2021 is my year

[@vanevans9599]

Deep & Forward Thinking. Peace!

[@s1n27]

WE NEED PART 2 AND IT NEEDS TO BE 2 HOURS AT LEAST. . THE WAY YOU POSED THE QUESTIONS BROUGHT OUY THE PERFECT RESPONSE SO PLEASE GET PART 2 ASAP AND MAKE IT LONGER PLEASE.?!!?!?!?!

[@elfrank704]

Deep 💙

[@ryanverses2477]

Wonderful interview. Alot of knowledge gained. Williams is opening doors for so many to logically dial in and use their senses for the future. We need this

[@dreadee5757]

I 💜 Pharrell’s art.

[@JaronSmalls]

I needed this Pharrell 💯

[@richiebillionz00]

This was well needed

[@raylynchenterprisellc612]

Thank you for this I needed all this game

[@rebels-andymrtn4399]

Totally agree! From Scandinavian music artists! 🔥

[@ADMBeatz]

Great interview

[@rebels-andymrtn4399]

Totally agree! From Scandinavian music artists! 🔥

[@RespectTheConglomerate]

This was a great interview. I love hearing Steve talk.

[@k3ono345]

Need more of this!

[@demodeiowa]

enjoyed this to the max. Gratitude!

[@ScottFreebass]

This is great. Thank you

[@kenzydubreasofficial]

Merci beaucoup ! super vidéo

[@cpt33studios]

BEAUTIFUL CONTENT! Thank you to Steve and Pharrell for some enlightening and health dialogue that people will be able to educate themselves with in so many ways. Thanks again. Peace!

[@kcherie3664]

SO GOOD 🙏🏾

[@ishthatsyou]

thank you

[@ramalbrown2572]

Y’all earned this subscription. Great interview

[@rebels-andymrtn4399]

Totally agree! From Scandinavian music artists! 🔥

[@elfrank704]

Gem's 💎💎💎💎💎💎💎💎

[@elfrank704]

Salute 🙏 y'all both seam level headed 💪

[@prettyguh_mxni]

I ain't gone lie pharrell sounded like mickey mouse after he was laughing * I'm cracking up*🤣🤣🤣

[@BEATSBYTHEMOB]

Great Content ✨🚀✨

[@rebels-andymrtn4399]

Totally agree! From Scandinavian music artists! 🔥

[@JSC178]

In 30 years, Pharrell could still play himself in a documentary based in the 90's/early 2000's.

[@T.T7934]

Very insightful and helpful in today’s society. 👌🏾

[@Violetsurfer]

This is Fire 🔥💜💜

[@nnataliered]

love this sm

[@Mr.harden]

For real Williams, you look like Russell Simmons singer, talking to us in the camera that’s a good thing

[@seekingtruthonly.4299]

Skateboard P needs to study Amos Wilson. He had the most refined version of the proper answers I've heard in modern times.

[@therealjakande]

This interview was everything!

[@Hazelwansolo]

Appreciate Pharrell’s Openness On The System In This. We Need 2 Hear This. 🙏🏽

[@chadwickwatkins6272]

So good! So good!!

[@chesterbryan6104]

Thank you both for sharing your valuable life lessons.

[@kamarawilliams7528]

Wow. What a conversation.

[@DeEricSmith-sy3rx]

Hello I'm De'Eric owner of De'Licious Groooves and soul station. I'm looking forward to more great content on what's happening for us and what we need! Let's start with De'Licious Groooves (Radio!) In saying "welcome to dg family we'll be right here for you play great quality music that the world loves!! Let's talk.

[@philip8644]

Salute 🙏🏾

[@Kaotonix]

incredible conversation

[@quintongrand]

everything Ye just said on drink champs but a different tone. love this interview

[@SS-sw8de]

Major Salute for this🥂💪💯

[@lancematthews195]

DOPE INTERVIEW GLAD TO BE A PART OF THIS SUCCESS FOR OVER 35 YEARS -5/18/21 - LANCE ROMANCE 😊🙏🏽

[@oscargolfmusic]

Wise words, listen closely

[@flodebi]

Love the message. We absolutely need more of this but why was Kanye being scrutinized for saying exactly the same things 10 years ago? Cmon man. Man needs his flowers.

[@mr.caldwell7065]

Kanye said slavery was a choice

[@Santana_Art]

@@mr.caldwell7065 mental slavery. He was figuratively speaking

[@pizzeo]

@@Santana_Art no he wasnt. He was talking about the Transatlantic slave trade.

[@CreamyFire]

@@pizzeo when u consider the fact that the only reason slavery actually ended was because of the slaves rebelling and Uniting against their captors and outsmarted them using guerilla warfare, forcing them to pass laws that banned that form of slavery

[@Vitamincontrol1]

Great convo

[@bpattproductions]

Gems on Gems

[@MyraSponse]

Beautiful interview in every way.

[@aumni]

this is everything I needed to hear right now

[@zapshoe3530]

Great Interview...

[@THEJO.E]

iv been waiting for this!!

[@rebels-andymrtn4399]

Totally agree! From Scandinavian music artists! 🔥

[@thedfferencetab1977]

Thank you for this.

[@rebels-andymrtn4399]

Totally agree! From Scandinavian music artists! 🔥

[@kevinjeremiahmusic]

Priceless!!!

[@dafingaz]

Incredible!

[@roz.b.7512]

My son and I are big Pharrell fans.

[@KINGSHIPintL]

Mastery ❤

[@kekeedordu8422]

STEVE STOUTE THE GUY BEHIND THE MULTMILLIONAIRES

[@MichaelCorleoneTV]

Great Knowledge