PJ Morton: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

July 2, 2018 | Rodney Carmichael -- Staying true to his own musical vision has always come first for PJ Morton. So when he expressed his desire to squeeze a 10-piece string section behind the Tiny Desk for his three-song performance, we were more than happy to oblige him.
Morton showed off the soulful Fender Rhodes chops that helped him earn a mentor in Stevie Wonder and membership to Maroon 5, while backed by percussion, bass and the same Matt Jones Orchestra that accompanies him on his soulful solo releases, Gumbo and Gumbo Unplugged.
He began prepping what would become his noteworthy pot of musical stew after moving back home to New Orleans from L.A. a couple of years ago. The preacher's kid with the gospel roots wound up collecting two 2018 Grammy nominations for music from Gumbo, his fourth studio LP. Ironically, those industry accolades came as a direct result of Morton choosing to go his own way.
"So many people didn't want me to be myself," he told the Tiny Desk crowd during the intro to "Claustrophobic," a song about the attempts major labels made to box him in. "But I decided I was going to be PJ no matter what people told me and tried to get me to do."
They tried some strange things, too. One record exec interested in signing him even suggested pairing Morton with popular West Coast hip-hop producer DJ Mustard. "It was so far off base," he told NPR's Michel Martin last January. Instead, he started his independent music label, Morton Records, with the vision of creating a new Motown in his hometown.
New Orleans' musical lineage seasons the entire set of his Tiny Desk performance, including the second song, "Go Thru Your Phone," on which Morton's joined by backing vocalists The Amours. All together, it made for a total of 15 musicians squeezed behind Bob Boilen's desk - not to mention Matt Jones, conducting off-camera. The industry may not have seen the vision, but from where we stood it was a perfect fit.
SET LIST
"Claustrophobic"
"Go Thru Your Phone"
"First Began"
MUSICIANS
PJ Morton(lead vocals/rhodes), Brian Cockerham (bass), Ed Clark (percussion), Matt Jones (Matt Jones Orchestra Conductor), Clayton Penrose-Whitmore (Violin), Arianne Urban (Violin), Olya Prohorova (Violin), Alexandria Hill (Violin), Danielle Taylor (Violin), Istvan Loga (Viola), Caitlin Adamson (Viola), Seth Woods (Cello), Malik Johnson (Cello), Victor Ray Holms (Bass), Jakiya Ayanna (background vocals), Shaina Aisha (background vocals)
CREDITS
Producers: Rodney Carmichael, Morgan Noelle Smith; Creative Director: Bob Boilen; Audio Engineer: Josh Rogosin; Videographers: Morgan Noelle Smith, Khun Minn Ohn, Maia Stern, Bronson Arcuri; Production Assistants: Catherine Zhang, Téa Mottolese; Photo: Eslah Attar/NPR.

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[@Dell49ers]

He sounds like he could quite possibly be the son of Stevie Wonder, the grandson of Ray Charles and first cousin to Musiq Soulchild

[@nwananka]

NINER NATION except that his dad is actually a better singer than him cut from the black church tradition. He came up almost same time as muziqsoulchild too

[@Dell49ers]

Bishop Morton is good people

[@SistahRoro]

You can hear his Gospel upbringing.

[@kelvin-og5pq]

Lol you sound like you grew up with these folks the way their names roll off your moby. Can you hook me up with them?

[@kikibrown9548]

Kene Ezeike Bishop Morton is not a better singer than him, lol. They have a completely different style and Bishop Morton doesn’t do runs like that.

[@mitsy565]

His voice reminds me of Christmas

[@apca08]

Mitsy He just announced he’s releasing a Christmas album THIS YEAR! 🙌🏾

[@uncommonsense9711]

Yes. This 3rd song is definitely make me feel like Christmas... all warm and happy.

[@TheCMJernigan]

It's his feel good authenticity.

[@chrisantehenderson2522]

Mitsy I can get that actually! lol

[@pa4362]

Just need the coldness and snow , got the fan blowing on me

[@temica390tepp4]

Whoever books the talent needs a raise immediately!!!!

[@temica390tepp4]

AGREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@hilaryjaethomas7020]

I totally agree

[@Eric-pu7lp]

For real!!!

[@jasatay91]

My cousin is playing RIGHT BEHIND PJ MORTON!!!!!!

[@allisonmelton]

My brother is on string bass 😍

[@sdubz_8026]

Cool!! Which oneee

[@jasatay91]

_sDubz_ the beautiful bald lady with glasses right behind PJ ❤️

[@malloobasi1611]

What’s her IG?

[@jasatay91]

@@malloobasi1611 @dcomposedchicago

[@chimollkampret]

Goddammit even when PJ talk it's still on tune.

[@leonverzuznoel636]

😁😉😀

[@demeshiabedford]

😂🤣😂🤣

[@k3llikell118]

😄😄😄😄

[@mj11222]

No, God BLESS it! 😇🙏✝️💛

[@hightopscsides]

As an artists its scary that people with this much raw talent and creativity aren't huge

[@girlmusician24]

Calm Studios everyone has their own time and place to shine. Fame will come.

[@tonyrusike4628]

So sad indeed

[@lanceflx63]

Calm Studios , the industry doesn’t like to promote real artists anymore. They want Autotune simps and trash like Nikki and Cardi B to continue the low frequency music with negative agendas.

[@hightopscsides]

its crazy dude

[@bellasugar8175]

Calm Studios Extremely scary!

[@eljenkins712]

"How Deep is Your Love" w/ Yebba is on repeat

[@ishasmartin]

Love love his version

[@Lena-h122]

Facts

[@JJWilliams910]

I can hear that he studied Stevie and Donny Hathaway. Hes definitely on my playlist after this performance

[@uncommonsense9711]

You can hear those influences in his sound.

[@ephascus8974]

JJ Williams yeppp

[@tamarathorpe807]

OMG JJWilliams, stay out of my head! I immediately thought that if Steve Wonder and Donny Hathaway had a musical baby, it would be this dude!

[@dmctorun]

I was about to post that the closest vocal comparisons, (when tying him to one of soulful greats) has to be Donny. Glad I checked first and very glad you posted this. The first, most popular post, had what felt like 30 different names ranging from music soul child (great producer ..never a singer) to Marvin Gaye (quite possibly the most silky voice ever created through genetics). None of the suggested comparisons where close to the mark. However Donny Hathaway; ..now we have something smile about. Great ear.

[@timstrel1]

JJ Williams He’s been on mine for like 10 years!!

[@killamusiq]

Thank you again, NPR. Whoever is booking these great artists is the real MVP.

[@vuls81]

Actually, that's a good point. I have listened to a lot of these and I am never dissappointed. I wonder who is the guy booking these artist

[@Qmddy]

Factsss!

[@joshlyon2478]

Creative Director: Bob Boilen

[@mantronix19]

@@joshlyon2478 Thanks Josh for the info. Thank you so much Bob Boilen, you are indeed giving us awesome experiences! Peace and blessings.

[@ladytee3249]

PJ's Music is medicine for my soul.

[@wshelby83]

I agree!!

[@muhammadglass6396]

Agreed

[@KingdomInnovateX]

Body & Soul

[@mRendyIrawan]

People who say music these days are trash need to stop listening to only mainstream pop music and try to discover great artists like this guy.

[@jamescarter5041]

Well said.

[@AG-qu3bb]

never heard this guy before, the music was organic, he got a new fan

[@stylecollective-qt9um]

This man has a string orchestra. Chills.

[@TheInspirationSpecialist]

stylecollective exactly

[@EJUICEUSA]

Exactly!

[@Rhonda900]

respects his audience

[@terryobrien9846]

Music that makes you realise you're smiling.

[@AG-el9lz]

Indeed!!

[@yutashajohnson6988]

I like that...

[@charleswilliams8248]

Look at these young people playing these strings! What a wonderful sight! PJ is simply in class by himself!

[@Always_Meeka]

And 1 Grammy later.... Thank you for being yourself and not conforming to this industry’s standards. You’re a jewel Sir! Salute!!!

[@patienceISavirtue75]

Come through string section!!!! 🎻

[@bfmst4]

Come all the way through!!!!

[@rashidataylor9089]

Yes sis they doin that shit

[@Moonblue54]

All the way through!!!! :-)

[@zapporacamper1318]

Right!!!!

[@jamillewade2352]

Go listen to gumbo live. It’s crazy

[@30jersey478]

I like the whole Gumbo project he has. You can tell some of the string players are young and I love that he has allowed them the opportunity to showcase their amazing talent.

[@tonyrusike4628]

I will check it out.I didn't know him until today

[@kennethlawrence5941]

And not the usual all white orchestra ....

[@SistahRoro]

The strings are 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥!!! Love it!!!!

[@princedesmondcobblah9715]

I swear to God bruh

[@Bignstuf]

“First began” has got me crying. I don’t know if this song is evoking pain from lack of such a love, tears of joy to still have hope for such a love or just euphoric tears to experience this musical blessing. I believe it is all of the above.

[@jewcyj67]

Tears here too!

[@tambarr33]

Totally relate!

[@stacistatic]

It’s the chords he uses. They evoke emotion. He uses the same ones as Stevie Wonder and Musiq Soulchild

[@ayanaryan4941]

I had the same reaction when I heard it the first time

[@tyasiadaise5536]

Begonia S he wrote first began for his wife

[@34taylormade]

i swear, lately these tiny desk been right! and right on time. dope..thanks npr music

[@TheMJPhoenix]

Renesa Smith-Taylor AGREED!!!! #livemusic

[@GRACEiisCOOL]

Yes!! Always on right time

[@kimberlytaylor7869]

This

[@OlyaProhorova]

This is by far the coolest thing I've ever done

[@Askanison29]

Are you all students?? You sound magnificent

[@OlyaProhorova]

most of us are professional freelancers. thank you!

[@princedesmondcobblah9715]

You're so lucky... What a ripple!!!!

[@kwenaramahuta7546]

This is theawesome!! The strings are so dope.

[@lasaundravines2883]

Olya Prohorova you all have amazing talent

When PJ sing the truth about life and himself, he touched our hearts, and came to the place that he really deserved. Thank u for singing with your soul brother. So happy to witness your greatness in that generation.

[@thetyrahillshow]

I Love me some PJ Morton.!! AND THE FACT that Bishop Paul & Lady Morgan allowed their musically genius Son to blossom and not make him just do Gospel is so DOPE to me.!!! This is 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@sywillis62]

And a lot of people -new fans especially don’t know that.

[@RunVarisRun]

You're doing yourself an injustice, if you don't have Gumbo Live in your album rotation... This man is the TRUTH!..

[@auntienikkisgamin9251]

Yes indeed

[@tomtom1373ify]

What else do you think should be in the rotation? Been trying to find some more albums to listen to on the regular.

[@ephascus8974]

RunVarisRun never knew about this guy until now. Buying his album right now

[@auntienikkisgamin9251]

@@ephascus8974 the live version is awesome

[@CarolineeBaby]

@@tomtom1373ify Brik.Liam - The Ascension LP is a must!

[@Cclearly9]

Beautiful orchestra repping every color and skill. Those 11 minutes blew me away.

[@vuls81]

Amen

[@gizza777]

The strings composition on “First Began” brings tears to my eyes. Simply beautiful!

[@wshelby83]

Me too!! It's so beautiful. It's a very special song

[@AndrewGorny]

that song was born to have strings on it love the 2 step underscore too

[@katrinaevans7588]

Me too!

[@KennethKBBenson]

PJ should do a collab with Tank and the Bangas .. That would be fire ;)

[@krystalsavage2436]

I approve this message!!!

[@ayejazz4372]

Kenneth Benson omg I AGREE!!!

[@edguimaraes1904]

Brazil

[@josephveazie]

Bruuuuuh, that would be gold!

[@ellejaye3542]

OHHHHH man. Yes please.

[@aceee21]

When Musiq Soulchild + D'Angelo + Stevie Wonder had a baby, it'd be PJ.

[@toshyamonay]

+ Glenn Lewis

[@Katlady001]

Nope. He lives in his own space. True music maturity is letting artist live beyond comparisons and as individuals. Try it. Its not hard.

[@trishiaking4100]

They sure did

[@Katlady001]

Stop doing this childish mess. Each artist has their own individuality their own style, their own flavor they bring to the table he was writing for a lot of these artist so in a sense you do see him in their music but he is an individual try doing that. It’s like givin people their props for their hard work without comparing to someone else. That’s ignorance.

[@liz9242]

I love maroon 5 but like can’t wait for pj to receive the appreciation and recognition he deserves

[@NTIFAFA23]

isis mafra Exactly!!!!

[@bebe1097]

Those that love him tell him I bet he's aware lol

[@drobins82]

Lowkey might be 2nd most talented member of Maroon 5

[@Jamarib88]

D Robin PJ is definitely the most talented in M5

[@LukzaFactory]

He just received a Grammy ! You're right on !

[@tab_b]

The instrumentation is killing me. This was a musical experience. My God! I am blown away every time I watch PJ.

[@uryic000]

Man you my dude. I'm from the old school. 63 years young. So many of my boys gone. Maurice White, Michael J. so many others. So refreshing to see God has not stopped producing Genius. Carry the torch brother, and carry it just being yourself. That's what James Brown did. His band was called the JB's. His dance was called the James Brown. He did him. DO YOU my brother, we need it. Peace

[@janelle7263]

didn't know 'go thru your phone' could sound so good live, my goodness. love that song.

[@mre1love1love]

Janelle Warner Same Here... check out PJ Morton live it is fire really fire ..... Album is on sale everywhere

[@MariaCastillo-bz6eu]

Bunos.dia

[@wshelby83]

Right!!! and Claustrophobia as well

[@theunbiasedreviewguy8856]

Them strings and live instruments always get me! It's hard to go back to the studio version. PJ's Gumbo Unplugged KZbin video Wil change your life lol

[@timeclock5771]

yessssss it will!!!

[@mzbeecee]

As much as I LOVE the studio version, the live version is just on another level. Especially because of the live instrumentation. Lawd!

[@ishsings]

The truth👆🏾

[@mrs.growelove]

Changed mine. I cried.😭

[@benita2066]

Indeed it has changed my life!🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@LilacCalandra]

I'm not understanding why this was only 11 minutes and 29 seconds long?!?! It could have been 3 hours and I would have gladly sat and watched (then rewatched it)! PJ is the truth and would get heavily wacked with my church handkerchief, the Amours and band could catch some wacks too!! The better something sounds, the more violent I become. 🤦🏽‍♀️ Long live soulful music created by passionate artists. 🙌🏾😍💜🎶🎵🎤

[@germyw]

Cuz Tiny Desk concerts seem to be lunch break things for npr.

[@LilacCalandra]

@@germyw But I've seen some that are like 20 - 30 mins boo. Maybe they leave it up to the discretion of the artist. 🤔

[@michaelwhitfield9095]

I’m like, legit tearing up at how good his music, soul and vibe is! Stevie and Glenn Lewis sound for sure...but a vibe all his own! Thanks for blessing us with your gifts sir...along with the beautiful orchestra!!!

[@nosillaxoc]

Michael Whitfield so many ppl don’t even know who Glenn Lewis is. And I only fell in love with his voice because he sounds so much like Stevie. So now I have PJ.

[@organicchicboutique3679]

First Began is SO going to be my wedding song ❤

[@parisrevels92]

Organic Chic Boutique If I ever I get married he has to be there to sing that song.

[@MrSixtysevencamaro]

The song brings tears to my eyes because it reminds me of my 1st born son who was 21 years old and murdered innocently in Richmond CA in 2018😓

[@cherylsecioria7040]

YESS!! NEXT UP D'ANGELO

[@messiahblack4816]

cheryl secioria nope

[@jalenwoods4407]

Please yesss

[@savantgarde8534]

I feel like theres no chance he would but id give me left nut to see that

[@Peighter]

That is not likely. But what's even more unlikely is if he and Lauryn came together. Imagine That!

[@Vocallize]

I swear that there are people on KZbin who just go around hitting the thumbs down on videos. How do you not like this!

[@ms.felecia7822]

I love his originality. No one sounds like him and that is a gift. Love all of his music!

[@drmonica2k1]

Come on pizzicato intro to "Go Through Your Phone"....I live!!! 👏❤

[@gx4ext]

Monica how are your guitar lessons coming?

[@lynnw2953]

A NEW ORLEANS GEM. ⚜️ love you pj! ❤️

[@gson56]

Lynn W Mos Definitely

[@lnapjr76]

Lynn W Absolutely...always good seeing someone from the N.O. representing us the right way. This brother definitely does that. ✊🏽

[@chrisannearthur9446]

Lynn W Yes, indeed.

[@Jabari-vm6jq]

Stevie Wonder Jr. This man is criminally underrated.

[@HMStudiosAngola]

That pizzicato is everything !!! PJ´S ARRANGEMENTS ARE FROM OTHER WORLDS !

[@gypsylady947]

They really are.

[@kensmichel5715]

I automatically liked the video without out watching it. Cause I already knew it was gonna be good.

[@ant5559]

I did the same with your comment

[@dfrnt_hues]

I actually thought “First Began” was a random B-Side Stevie track when I heard it on the oldies radio station. PJ is the man 🙌🏿

[@kennygsmooth83]

I'm late to the party here, but this brotha is BAD and so smooth. I want to personally salute whoever the the engineer is on these mixes for NPR. The sound quality is outstanding. Many kudos!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@DarrellColemanShamrock7504]

I don't wanna go through your phone is Fire!!!!!!!!

[@wshelby83]

Darrell Coleman Right!!

[@joshuagraham9126]

Hiatus Kaiyote! Pleaseeeee!

[@chiaradalmoro9012]

Joshua Graham

[@chiaradalmoro9012]

Agreed!!!!

[@jaimescorner]

Joshua Graham would be epic

[@JB-kv8yt]

word

[@TheStranger513]

Someone suggested that years ago for npr. And I'll reiterate what I said when I heard it. If Molasses gets played it will undoubtedly be a top 3 tiny desk performance.

[@aprilkizarino176]

I stumbled across this video because I love this channel. And I was sitting down, needing background music but I had to stop to listen because I feel like I’ve heard his music before but I never have - it’s so soulful, really gives me the sensation of a warm chest like after you drink Jack daniels. So stunning

[@kristinap5784]

The best description of what it feels like to listen to this

[@wshelby83]

Everything you said is true

[@jamesfantjr]

This album is SO IMPORTANT!!!

[@ohn5522]

PJ please last forever!!!

[@photobigguy]

He looks like his dad Bishop Paul Morton!

[@lasaundravines2883]

photobigguy I was like is this Bishop Mortons son?!

[@girlmusician24]

LaSaundra Vines yep. He sure is.

[@marlonmcgueful]

Pj done got older and got Bishop's hairline too!!! #chops#gospelchops#skilled#playsir

[@excusesbegone]

Oh O.K. this is Bishop Paul Morton son? Makes sense.... Evolve SON!!! You another level of your pop

[@liveinviolet2908]

photobigguy I knew he was tied to the Gospel Community!!! “Morton” is a LEGENDARY GOSPEL community name!!

[@jean-frederickouame7547]

Pj My Mannnn !!!!! Go listen to PJ ft YEBBA - How deep is your love !!!!!!

[@jacemusica]

Jean-Frédéric Kouamé get the whole album is much better bruv

[@cliffordchristopher1]

Jason Purba buying it now, respects my brother, absolutely loved this.

[@OlyaProhorova]

that track is DEEP

[@324denise]

How did I miss him? I came upon this on accident but I'm glad I did!!

[@britt9936]

YEESSSSSS!

[@bjhood7582]

The coolness of PJ...okkkk,no no the singers, but them STRINGS...👏👏👏. Soooooo Gooood!

[@darylharvey2865]

The worst thing about this Tiny Desk session is that it ended. PJ is so organic... don't change, bro! BTW, can we give the engineer some? Crisp sound!

[@patienceISavirtue75]

NPR you keep surprising me and PJ Morton thank you for letting Claustrophobic be the first song! My fav!!!!! 😍

[@adaml5848]

Oh snap! I hear Stevie, a bit of George Benson, a hint of Ramsey Lewis and something special that's all his own.

[@tacoque]

It's just something about that Fender Rhodes that makes this sound other worldly, and when you put the Strings on top of the Fender Rhodes that makes it Heavenly

[@wshelby83]

I totally agree with you!!

[@seanwilliams8619]

PJ Morton is a great artist...Minglewood Memphis TN Feb.14

[@legacyentertainment7656]

NPR Tiny Desk is where it is people!

[@sugadeeification]

I've been following PJ Mortin since the coffee shop days underground music in Louisiana's kitchens😎 and alley way singing recording his track from the Gumbo album.

[@savantgarde8534]

thats ill bro. im in nola all this year you got any spots where i can be seeing dudes like PJ perform?

[@charleswilliams8248]

Look 👀 at these young people playing these strings! What a beautiful sight! PJ is in class by himself!

[@hawkrider88]

I'm Late to the party...I am loving this guy. WOW PJ is incredible and I'm a NEW PERMANENT FAN.

[@MsDorisann]

PJ Morton is just BAD, love Gumbo!!!!! I know Bishop Morton is so proud of his son, I am so proud of PJ!!!!!!!!!!

[@brown434]

He has a very smooth and soulful sound!

[@cookegreene4729]

PJ Morton. Anthony Hamilton. Glenn Lewis. Dailey ect. Amazing Talented men who are so underated in this wicked music industry.

[@Jolynda1]

I love PJ Morton! He's an amazing writer, producer, singer and musician.

[@dessie1214]

PJ is such a phenomenal artist! I have gumbo on repeat everyday!

[@mre1love1love]

dessie1214 now go listen to his live album

[@dessie1214]

@Mr E Thanks! I prefer the live album also

[@Ayahna]

Yes NPR!! Y’all have been going in with these tiny desk lately! ✨

[@gson56]

Ayahna B if I can listen from Mozambique, then is going far

[@paulineharris6602]

96 people were so shocked they hit the wrong button

[@EdLeemhuis1]

Only 684k views? Really? This is gold! Many people have to see it!

[@missfashionator]

modern day stevie

[@xiaolu7988]

Exactly what I'm thinking.

[@zapporacamper1318]

Yes, he is....

[@naeeanvideos]

This has become my fave Tiny Desk performance this year by far.

[@Memphisgirl-jk5tq]

I purchased both versions of Gumbo on vinyl😻. PJ, you Sir are the undisputed TRUTH!!! Standing ovation for the string section.

[@nw504]

Straight from Greater St. Stephens Full Gospel. Your dad is your gift.

[@pjpawelek]

ive never wanted to clap at a youtube video before

[@leahglass89]

Im lovin this the last song oh wow the most beautiful wedding song.

[@rainbowlove5391]

So glad you were obedient to your calling. Your music touches my soul deeply!❤

[@christineb7304]

4:35 made me giddy! I saw his wife and see the inspiration for the second song (lol)! They look like a great couple.

[@bford3977]

PJ is on here with string accompaniment! Gotta love him!!!

[@darklordthomaspie6293]

The strings, vocals, keyboards, and general arrangements are spectacular.

[@ldm1828]

Thank you NPR, you've created a GREAT outlet for music lovers like myself to browse upon such FABULOUS talents that don't get the earplay they DESERVE. PJ Morton's voice and textures are so mesmerizing. The music only lends to the depth of soulful tones. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Blessings and Light 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋

[@tookyRama]

Fender Rhodes is, was and will always be a smoothie for my ears

[@frankakwetey2354]

Go PJ! Instant TinyDesk classic

[@davidmarrow3302]

amazing music don't you change bro

[@randycollins4887]

That's Bishop Morton Son !! He been dope

[@stellanzisa6145]

I looooooove this man. I could listen to PJ all day.

[@killabassett]

I took a chance and now I have a new hero

[@legacyentertainment7656]

Need Lalah Hathaway on here!

[@victoriaappiagei1482]

yes cool Awesome skills beautiful music good Listen npr tiny desk yes

[@afroqueendancer]

She is. I just don't think they uploaded it yet.

[@ArnitaBlo]

It's uploaded now...

[@girlmusician24]

She’s on NPR. Look her up.

[@legacyentertainment7656]

Need Allen Stone, please????

[@virrisyagriffin463]

this man got so much soul in one voice

[@tpoter4759]

I’m feeling the background singers. They sound great AND the one on the right Leg game is on 1000!

[@nolasoul71]

Nola stand tf up! I would love to see a Tank and the Bangers collab. We birth the best! Plz believe it..

[@revriggs]

Rashad they've been on fam and it was dope!!

[@ms.k7852]

I was just thinking that!!!

[@arielllla111]

My favorite performance! They won the tiny desk contest

[@timeclock5771]

Omg!! That would be too much to handle with all that energy in one place. I would just scream for no reason!!! LOL

[@gregorybradley7226]

Live Strings >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

[@davidmcleod1098]

Really smooth. PJ sounds like he was influenced by the sounds of Stevie Wonder and then incorporated it into his own style.

[@wshelby83]

David Mcleod that’s his inspiration!!

[@revdayyoung]

This dude is the truth and has a symphony accompanying him, do you hear the heavenly strings working in congress with his voice!!!!!

[@t.a.s.o3772]

When we gonna see dangeloooo

[@t.a.s.o3772]

gooby pls thats real talk When we gonna see the brotha

[@zislec]

I know but NPR will surprise us like everyday 😂

[@GangBlud]

Never probably.. D'angelo doesn't do these kind of things often or he doesn't want it recorded.

[@messiahblack4816]

T.A.S.O never bruh...takes D decade to make an album NPR is nice but lets be realistic lol...

[@HammondB200]

what's up with the dude anyway, might drop it out here, ppl

[@taiwowilliams1418]

Yo that first began song😔 sheesh

[@loislanesalters8574]

I am so mad I just discovered him! I am hooked!