Masego • R&B MONEY Podcast • Ep.58

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On this week's episode of The R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J Valentine welcome the diversely gifted multi-instrumentalist, Masego. Jump into the origin story of his musical expedition, which took root in the jubilant rhythms echoing through his church. Captivated by the musicians, his passion was unmistakable and it didn't escape his parents' notice that their son had an uncanny knack for mastering musical instruments. From that pivotal moment, there was no reversing his ascent. As a trailblazer in his self-created genre 'TrapHouseJazz', Masego stands head and shoulders above his competition, and yet, he's only at the outset of his musical journey. Enjoy Masego Now on The R&B Money Podcast.
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0:00 Intro
3:15 Yams
12:50 Virginia
27:50 Music Business
35:40 Big Songs
43:15 Tadow
46:25 Healthy
50:55 Brazil
59:15 Business Structure
1:06:45 Next
1:11:24 Top 5 R&B Singers
1:16:15 R&B Voltron
1:22:40 I Aint Saying No Names
1:30:35 Outro

[@sassieondupris8255]

He played a saxophone rendition of "Naked" for his middle school teacher and Tank wrote the song... That is one of the best full circle stories/moments I've heard. The things that motivate us all!!

[@ChefLionessVibes]

Truly a beautiful moment.

[@jamaalblack6412]

I totally agree

[@shawntasample4346]

Good to Hear this

[@thedfferencetab1977]

No lies told

[@makemsaydee25]

I really don't believe Masego story lol he A Gemini but either way its a great story

[@allmusic247official]

Masego could easily be a third host. 😂😆 He matches the energy so well.

[@KeeTv2023]

Major Facts!!!

[@myraspencer8023]

FACTS

[@michellebelk9951]

ENERGY AND ELOQUENCE!👏🏽

[@77supanova]

Agreed

[@TPwarrior9]

Omg I literally just typed this almost verbatim and scrolled down and seen this comment lol

[@tiffyp21]

I would literally go to a live taping of R&B Money just to sing Top 5 at the top of my lungs with Tank 😂😂 I’m so serious

[@reginajordan2498]

Me too!🎉

[@itpbeats8053]

I’m bringing my own mic and patching into the sound system to sing TOP 5 as well!

[@itpbeats8053]

I’m bringing my own mic and patching into the sound system to sing TOP 5 as well!

[@tiffyp21]

@@itpbeats8053 yasssss 😂😂😂

[@Chinks113]

Me toooo!! Love it!! They need to make this happen!

[@AckeeandSaltfish]

Him naming D’Angelo off top for top 5 just solidifies why I love this man!!

[@bigtheo79]

The fact this man told the story that he played a saxophone version of "Naked" for his teacher not knowing that the song was written and produced by the man sitting to his right was so genuine and awesome!! The whole time he's telling the story I'm sitting thinking "does he not know that Tank is responsible for that song coming to fruition?!?" LMMFAO 😂😂😂😂😂😂 Just goes to show you that we influence the generations to come behind us without even realizing that what we do can be of influence.

[@KeeTv2023]

Musicians GET IN HERE!!!!!!!! I nominate Masego to be a monthly GUEST HOST!!! When he found out u WROTE Naked!!!! What a dream come true!!!! 😍😍😍

[@1bellefemme_]

My daughters tried to play me Fetty’s version of Yams and I angrily turned it off 😭 It’s Masego & Devin’s version or nothing. Great interview, love his energy! 🩵

[@asiamwithraenetteleepodcast]

Facts 😂

[@iamdestinyp]

Girl everybody was mad lol until he was cool with it!

[@brentduanefoster]

FACTS!!!! That was such a BOOTLEG version of that song!!!

[@brentduanefoster]

@@iamdestinypHe was cool with it, because he got paid off it. Still ain't better than the original!!

[@kourtizzy123]

I’ve been waiting for thisss! Masego is such an incredible artist and I’m so glad to experience his greatness in real time. Artists like him only come about once a generation.

[@darianruth2464]

Yes! He’s phenomenal seeing him live was life changing i find interest in everything he does

[@allgoodwoods219]

I love Masego’s music! I need to see Alex Isley or Xavier Omar on the podcast next!

[@MsDaniB314]

Whewww yasss to both!!!!

[@loxsochic22]

Pin this comment to the freaking top! Lol...I said that comment on another one of their interviews. That would be amazing to interview those two!

[@warrenglover7285]

Love me some Alexa Isley and they have a song together so they should definitely have her on.

[@cocoamelanin]

Yaaaaaasssssssss! I strongly agree!

[@trae9216]

I'm a fan of Alex Isley an I've been a fan of Xavier Omar's since he was in the group MovementOfTruth with L9 an Elhae when they were doing CHH an he went by SPZRKT (SpazzyRocket).

[@kaylad4486]

Amel Larrieux of Groove Theory should be on here. I love her.

[@shaelunamidnight3585]

Such ❤a great group

[@kaylad4486]

​@shaelunamidnight3585 Her solo stuff is great too. I listen to the "Infinite Possibilities" album all the time.

[@reaganmorgan6766]

Yes please!!!

[@djharris8491]

Yes pleae!

[@malevolencedte4286]

Oh definitely! She was in that Neo Soul Space early on as well

[@Yoitsmalaki]

Masego needs to be apart of this show again! His energy just works with j valentine and tank.

[@omarkane5123]

The genuine look of shock on his face when he found out tank wrote naked😮 great moment!!,

[@RadiantRose217]

I love the look on the guests faces when Tank starts playing the top 5 song. 😂😂

[@speaksakia]

😂😂 I be so embarrassed 😳 Tank is hilarious tho 😆😆😆

[@Gpeidav]

Meeee toooo looooool

[@Gpeidav]

Meeee toooo looooool

[@vivienneeliza4986]

I really thought he told the “Naked” story because Tank was there, then find out he didn’t know he wrote it got me dying😂😂

[@itssawida]

The story of the creation of Tadow always makes me smile at the timing and synchronicity of life. Masego is fully deserving of all the flowers he's receiving as it's not common to be a multi-instrumentalist who is also truly likeable. He blended well with J and Tank's sense of humor and I could listen to them talk all day. Per usual, shout out to all the folks BTS who make these episodes happen! ❤🖤

[@aprylscott8379]

We got music, history, geography, health, coming of age (for the men), parenting, comedy, and relationship talk on this one. That's what you get when you converse with us Geminis! S/O to my fellow Gem Masego! Been a fan of his for years. Love this episode! This one is in my TOP 5 easily!

[@Imperfectnurse]

Yes we got the same birthday June 8 🎉

[@shelbyspellman3046]

June 20💁🏽‍♀️

[@salidathomas78]

♊️

[@rhondarosoboro7874]

Masego's joy when Jay told him Tank wrote HIS song!!! Genuine love. I like this young man. Wishing Masego all the success he can hold, and beyond.

[@organicsoulchef]

The way Masego was trying not to laugh at all the foolishness flying out of Tank’s mouth 😂😂😂😂😂. I LAUGHED so much watching this. It’s a 3-way tie between this episode and the PJ Morton and Jamie Foxx episodes for the funniest show. Loved the knowledge dropped about a few of my favorite things: health, food and Brazilian culture. Masego is truly a force of nature. ❤❤❤

[@lamiawebb3397]

Sprinkle in that poop story with Issac 😂😂😂😂

[@marquitaparahams]

You can't forget Kosine lol

[@lamiawebb3397]

@@marquitaparahams trruueeee that naked basketball story 😂😂 “Auntie Pearl!!”

[@_jaz613]

12:51 Y’all don’t know howwwwww long I’ve been waiting for someone to do this and Masego did it. “In the beninning.” 😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@markeemark16]

I've been looking for this! I'm like there's no way he got away with that and no one caught it 😂😂😂

[@_jaz613]

Anything related to a meme, my retarded ass gone catch it. 😂😂😂😂

[@Neoldsoul]

😂 where was that phrase from?

[@_jaz613]

@@Neoldsoul It’s like this foreign preacher tryna read the Bible. Type it in. It’s gonna be so worth it. 😂😂😂 Type in “In the beninning”

[@clariseharrington8252]

😅❤

[@motrainer888]

Am I the only one that find myself smiling real big when I get this notification? I've been listening to Masego for a several years now and even has Masego Radio on Pandora.

[@_jaz613]

The joy that spreads through Tank when he touches his piano is so wholesome. 😂🥰

[@iamdestinyp]

It really is lol.

[@grooove2]

I discovered him through Tadow and was instantly hooked. I'm a 53 year old woman and found that soung sexy and soulful and very reminiscent of the classics.

[@keasyahudgins6670]

The frustration in J’s face when Tank said he raps, legit has me in tears 😂🤭

[@OrionAnakaris]

Can't stress enough, Devin Morrison needs to be one of the next guests on this show. That Bussin' album was a game changer.

[@doubleahitmusic]

I cosign this! 💯 He needs to be on.

[@TySoloMusic1]

Fairytale is my jamm! Heavily underatted artist.....the closest we have to authentic 90s RnB in this modern era

[@rosarosepedalshowze]

Pure FACTS!

[@christinabyrd4071]

Let me look him up!

[@kurlykels11]

Yes Devin Morrison definitely needs to be on here next!! He is incredible musician

[@imanijohnson4378]

I never knew Virginia had a distinct sound until i heard him talk cause he sounds so much like Pharrell when he talks

[@kenbroux12]

When I first heard masego in like 2018 I said he’s the Pharrell of this new generation. Dude reminds me exactly of Pharrell

[@mrs_p5689]

As someone who comes from South Africa where we have a lot of people named Masego, I really appreciate Tank’s pronunciation 🤌🏾😊

[@mojukonadu-conteh4011]

“In the Beninging” 😂😂😂💀💀💀

[@chelseabcox]

He’s hilarious lol

[@sawynewilliams775]

One of my favorite episodes so far! Tadow is a master piece😍

[@daleiangopee2233]

Definitely!!!!

[@djharris8491]

Instant classic. Him and fkj was perfect collab

[@NatureGirl215LLC]

FACTS. ❤️💯

[@EssiesGurl]

Man 😂😂😂😂 this episode was hilarious. Tank was so confused about the J Holiday part. I had to keep replaying it. 😂

[@8goodlyfe1]

25 minutes in and i haven't stopped laughing... J Valentine's pandemic dj comment... "y'all stuck in the house huh... I'm playing the nastiest ish i can find." 😂😂😂😂

[@dana2345]

The whole trap-jazz phenomenon hits. His style is so fresh and unique. Especially in an age where musicianship is going away. Can't wait to see how his music evolves.

[@KeeTv2023]

J Valentine got an angry dark skinned dude named Tyrone that be tryna get out 😂😂😂😂. "I might push the guacamole in ya fuggin face!" 😂

[@jasmynbulls1573]

Masegoooooooooo…. I mean I can’t even express how happy I was to see him

[@sibundlazi2849]

Tank pronouncing Masego correctly at the end is everything!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@brinareal6501]

This was a treat to wake up to. Masego is a special talent. ❤

[@jasaraponton6168]

Love love love Masego!!! What a phenomenal artist!! Hello to the entire R&B money family!! A huge wonderful loving healthy happy birthday shout out to our beloved Mr. J Valentine!!!!!!! Sending love, hugs, health, prosperity, and amazing fun filled memories for you and your loved ones!! Loving on you from Philly!!!!

[@RiRiTheGr8test]

I love the constant grind Masego had/has to place hisself where he needed/needs to be. Musicianship is not lost. Glad he’s finally getting the exposure and shine he deserves. I find it suspicious he hasn’t had more accolades 😌. Another dope interview 🫶🏾💸

[@leviiturner6465]

“This man’s thumbs”😂😂

[@charizmaw9013]

“I don’t want the first tour knees” 😂😂😂

[@FlakoXL]

Homie has so young Raphael Saadiq, and the world needs that fa sure... he seems like an dope person to just vibe around. I need to get more into this music of his, i think its gona be a trap house jazz weekend for me

[@iamdestinyp]

Souniqueartists.blogspot.com find more greats and his music too

[@andrej.vincent2767]

This has to be the best music podcast (at least not focused on European music). Every episode I learn about producers, writers, composers and the music industry that I was ignorant about. Kudos to Tank and J Valentine

[@gabrielakayany5113]

I'm from Brazil and I'm going to travel from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro just to see Masego in September, I love his story, I love his music, I used to listen since 2019, and until today it’s the artist that I listen every day in my life. For us Brazilians is very exciting to see artists who recognize how cultural our country is, it just makes me love him even more. LOVE U MASEGO 💖💖💖💖 Kisses from Brazil 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@DL279]

Were you excited when he said enslaved Africans came to Brazil in 1960, totally discounting the history that began in the 1500's? You must be a pure Portuguese person because my African ancestors and orixá didn't like that.

[@kevinhuntbiz]

Yo! If anybody know about Saturday morning cartoons this the equivalent for me as an adult!

[@blackytmag1154]

J. Valentine is such a dad 🗣️🗣️🗣️

[@piperleoperfect]

Definitely! You can tell he loves fatherhood so much ❤

[@mirandaslaughter6015]

I swear J. Valentine has the BEST reactions to Tank's foolishness 😂😂😂😂😂😂 i rewinded that MJ part at the end soooo many times 😂😂

[@xcelmateo1956]

The way Masego told That story was HILARIOUS 🤣

[@tishairvin6507]

His Top 5 was AMAZING!! Love his story!!! These impressions are killing me😂😂😂😂😂

[@HighOffTalent]

Took the saying “getting to the chicken to a whole nother level, also a sax rendition of naked to your substitute teacher is crazy but also goated he needed the w to spread his wings fr

[@kendrathomas6624]

When J Valentine gets serious and looks dead in the camera… 💀 he doesn’t play about no disrespect ! “I’d push that guacamole in yo fkin face!” 🤣🤣

[@los4drum]

Black love is my favorite Masego cut...hes a dope artist though...

[@MsCourtneyElizabeth]

This man! His voice is so pure. So soothing! Everything! Thank you for your consistency with the craft and staying dedicated but open to learning! 🫶🏽

[@msbonita06]

The amount of laughter in the first 20 minutes is unmatched 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂. I love it!!

[@thesmartsinger4912]

I love how pleasantly surprised Masego was during the whole entire show. Next time you should let him play with you.

[@CityPrettyMakeup]

This Episode was so good that I couldn't resist watching it again. #topnotch

[@kylefrancis41]

I need a “lava should be lava and not in your lamps” shirt😂😂😂

[@notwgirl05]

Been a Masego fan since day one…. He is a special and unique with his creativity, rare breed.

[@queenyella3286]

J.'s laugh brings me so much joy!! 😂😂😂 I swear I started watching for Tank (and rnb of course) but J is def one of the reasons I come back erry Saturday! He is hilariously cool!! 😂😂

[@philgayii6788]

Yam's is already a classic in book with that 90's vibe! 💯🔥💪🏿

[@2010kalex]

The R. Kelly part had me *CRYING* 😂😂😂😂

[@stephaniefrost4910]

22:20 “you were Andre 3000 is what you’re saying” I love that 😂 Also reminds me of that cartoon Class of 3000, where Andre played a music teacher! So cool 😌 I’m sure ppl loved hearing him play while he skated around campus!

[@smome7773]

Omggg u unlocked a childhood memory for me. That cartoon was gold ✨️

[@LadyLebza]

This episode is criminally short 😭 needed more of Masego ❤

[@soblesseddc22]

My first introduction to Masego is when I heard his Saxophone on Ari Lennox “Up Late” When I saw him play that instrument in the video, 🥰 I had to double back a few times, the approach of the saxophone was so sexy, vibrant, masculine, & commanded attention. Love this guy, & his humility in his music. Also, my home girl braid his hair🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Great episode guys! 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@ea9373]

Bro.... Tank's thumb is three index fingers long!😄😄

[@_jaz613]

When Masego put on the hat, the Holy Spirit entered me and my hand went up screaming Gloraaaaaayyyyy.

[@_jaz613]

The 7th, 8th grade story is 🔥🔥🔥🔥 and a full circle. I love this so much. 😩🥰

[@TheChandraLashae]

This made me love Masego even more he is just a vibe in human form

[@meek512]

As a personal trainer this is one of the best shows because he really talked about the truth about health and Wellness of black people and we catch the fads instead of growing our own vegetables drinking water doing the natural things on a continual basis thank you guys for this

[@crnkmnky]

I read this comment as that part started playing. ✨

[@sibusisiwehlatshwayo481]

The one liners which Masego kept throwing had me balling out hard 🤣🤣🤣

[@amplifyingbeauty]

I love, love, love Masego, a true vibe 💙 So theatrical 🎭, humerus, talented, self aware, witty, and So true to himself

[@GStreat]

We need a hair routine JValentine

[@ccpurv]

Lesson learnt cant be watching this podcast while at work with ear pods cause the laughter is real 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾#R&BMoneyPodcast, y’all kep giving. There’s levels to this ish!❤❤❤

[@Bforthepeace]

The thing is Masego is funny as hell so I KNOW this about to be some mess 😂

[@rosedemai1230]

Very chaotic 😂

[@ldm1828]

🫡 Salute to R&B Money Podcast for ALWAYS bringing GREAT and Knowledge brought interviews!!!!!! Masego is a REAL one💯 Tank and J....y'all are the TRUTH❤ You def got a weekly die hard here🫂

[@abongilendzelu3087]

Tank&J. Valentines thank you for giving us this podcast 🤣🤣🤣🔥🔥❤️we needed it without even knowing masego is a jam for real oh i enjoyed this episodes, laughed till the end.

[@Dii552]

I know I’m late I’m catching up on all the episodes. But this one has me in tears 😂😂😂😂 Masego is so handsome and talented. ❤❤

[@kapriw801]

3:05 😭😭😭 J. Valentine so damn funny!

[@TenishaLane]

Please somebody drag Maxwell on here😊😊😊😭😭😭😭

[@zephaniah9013]

Let’s gooooo

[@_jaz613]

The Business Structure section. Thank y’all. Especially J.’s perspective of it. I love it.

[@DesiLu4Life]

Ty $ sign is the same way, he can rap, sing and play multiple instruments. Very impressive 🔥👌🏾💙

[@wickedgypsybird]

Masego is absolutely incredible. Nothing but pure artistry from that man. You guys keep knocking it out the park!

[@MentalStillness]

Wait what? Y'all got Masego to come through? 👏 This show is getting better and better. He's definitely a future icon. Big fan of his music. Pretty soon y'all should get Alex Isley on the show. For y'all who don't know she's Ron Isley's daughter and she's legit.

[@iamdestinyp]

Never knew she was related but that’s so cool!

[@user-lk7en8cr5k]

"cause you might meet with me & might push the guacamole in yo fuuuuqin face!!" 😅😂😂😂

[@michaelwesson6102]

The Patrick Henry Mall name drop in the podcast is wild and appreciated. VA legend and great episode

[@d.fxd262]

Yess. 👏🏽👏🏽 NN doesn’t get that much love. #twouptwodown

[@michellebelk9951]

I love the joyous, infectious laughter, (to the point of tears😂) of Tank and J Valentine together, weekly! Masego is eloquent, culturally knowledgeable and impactful, with a rich vocabulary, as well as musical talent.🔥❤

[@ajakennedy6072]

Masego is very self aware of what his sound is, because as soon as I got put onto his music, I was like oooh I see what this dude is. His music is the diaspora. Jazz, hip hop, reggae, R&B, woven together seamlessly. This dude don't miss!

[@lilrick456]

You can tell they were so impressed by Masego, he really lead the convo. I've been listening to for awhile, his catalog is impressive. One of my favorite artist now.

[@danik9085]

A Masego and Samara Joy collab would be incredible.

[@D0peSince85]

This was a really dope convo. Wise beyond his years

[@tiarabrooks5379]

First of all, shout out to the love cup, because this episode was no doubt, a pouring out of love. Seeing black men get together and enjoy each other, always makes me so happy. Secondly, Masego was a hidden treasure, and now he is being pulled out into the open and i like it. I know they loved him when he was AT college longboarding and playing the sax. He's such a natural story teller and very charismatic. Something about those earthy, free spirit guys make us so curious. And last but not least, y'all's little anecdotes and church references have me weak E V E R Y time. From the Yamborghini, to being paid in chicken to "Lava belongs with lava". Man. Tank is a comedic genius. 😂 I love this show so much. Peace, Love, and Light to you all! 🤎

[@michelethibeaux]

THIS DUDE IS AMAZING 🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥

[@Ofentse_Mops]

12:51 - Masego quoting a former South African President 😂 you gotta love it 🤌🏽

[@reaganmorgan6766]

Yooooo! J had me in the floor with the Kels impression!!! Spot on ❤❤❤❤

[@patricediggins6024]

Masego. I love ❤him. Like literally love his vibe, love his energy, love how he speaks, his physique, his voice tone… I love ❤what he brought during this interview. I love this authentic words and what his goals were and his. He is so beautiful and you can tell his character is built on greatness. I laughed and listened the whole interview. I need to hear his sax version of Naked. I love how excited he got when he found out from J that Tank wrote that song and I love that J never skips a moment to be enlightened and to enlighten and educate. This interview was GREAT

[@BGood2679]

The whole time he was talkin about playin "Naked" i was saying Tank wrote that, *Tanks Tiny Desk* IYKYK 😂😂😂

[@DAEDAE_blessedvibez]

That jamaican /south african man is fine!!! I love this musician he is amazing TADOW!!!

[@busy_b22]

Sego is hilarious bro 😂

[@moviesceneswithjazmeen2049]

I’m so proud of you bro bro , good to see you getting your flowers 💐

[@GeorgiaPride1978]

They wilding out!😂😂😂

[@CASHley0524]

One of my favorite episodes so far. The energy was great. And bug up to the VA native Masego! 757 to be exact!