Stromae: KCRW Live from HQ

Belgian-Rwandan megastar Stromae commands his set Live From: KCRW HQ with an easy confidence - immediately launching a crowd full of KCRW superfriends into an immersive performance anchored by critically lauded cuts from his latest album “Multitude,” and viral hit “Alors On Danse.” Punctuating the session is a particularly vulnerable conversation with Morning Becomes Eclectic host Anthony Valadez. Within the chat you’ll find Stromae breaking down the importance of supportive family structures, gathering inspiration from his eclectic musical upbringing, and the possibilities of being creative from 9 to 5.
Pro tip: Keep those ears peeled for multiple (!) impromptu acapella renditions of the Technotronic classic, “Pump Up The Jam.”
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[@merima333]

I am a huge fan even I am 70. I speak french, I lived in Paris for some years. I never saw an artist like Stromae, all in one package. Bisous

[@ryk283]

Same here! 70, je parle français, et j'ai habité à Paris, but many moons ago! I was absolutely astounded the first time I heard his music and I'm now a hard-core fan. So talented, so innovative. I've never heard anything like him!

[@susanbray3202]

I'm 73. I speak French, I lived in the south of France for nine years and I love Stromae

[@gilbertsoupras5669]

Same, I live in Montréal, I'm 69, and a huge fan !

[@pirimpallopirimpalli4932]

Lady, I'm 41 and I'm only saying that because we're sharing numbers, because I really think they don't matter 😁 I'm tempted to introduce Stromae to my own mother who's 75, though she doesn't speak French...

[@mafalda8401]

Well, I’m 56. 😊

[@BeluArredondo]

He’s so talented, creative and easy going. What a precious human being ❤ we’re so lucky to have him!

[@koshkodavski]

I’m glad to be a part of dat “language circle”, cause his music so melodic u dont need to understand words, u feel it.

[@chamalejo]

Now, if you get to understand or explore the lyirics, Stromae as an artist takes a whole other level. He touches very sensitive subjects that most artists usually avoid and that do not seem to be that connected to his rythm. Here some samples of the topics in some of his songs: - Dodo: family violence and child molestatoin - papaoutai: absent father - L'enfer: depression - Filles de joie: prostitution - Moules frites: STDs And I could keep going...

[@merima333]

@@chamalejo oui, une dimension de plus

[@Agent86th]

Search up the lyrics my brudda, it's worth it

[@Persefone94]

Also, if you listen carefully you will learn! I have Swedish and English and how hard can it be to understand words like "Solitude" and "mon amour" etc. Start there and look some other ones up. After a while you will learn. I don't know if you're American, but learning other languages is both rewarding and ups your brain's function.

[@kiereluurs1243]

English please.

[@mirllanaechenique2196]

Stromae, elegance, joy and energy in each presentation.

[@m.fernandagallegosp.4061]

La idea de que Stromae escuchaba salsa y cumbia en su casa hace latir de alegría mi corazón latino.

[@leeloominai9336]

I love this kind of intimate … and the family storytelling, relaxed and funny Stromae.

[@whatshername656]

I feel so at ease, connected to all the other world citizens when I listen to Stromae!

[@genreisdead]

Great session and loved the interview, but it's such a pity the performances were cut off.

[@omarcorrea]

I dont understand anything that Stromae says, but I love listening to his music. All I need are his melodies and beats.

[@unlimited971]

Gzt the lyrics and get transcended

[@astridbelliot1088]

You can be creatieve from 9 to 5. I like that! Stromea is genius.

[@AstrydLewis818]

Cool name!

[@twinklestarlight8326]

I started listening to his music because it sounds beautiful, but also to keep learning French. He is amazing! WOW!

[@yves-laurentbecuwe9]

Vraiment fort Stromae de l’instrument, du rythme, de la mélodie et des bonnes paroles! Ça fait plaisir ! Artist complet 👌👍🙌👏

[@nginamba5997]

Damn you Stromae! still struggling with French and will continue doing so as to honor the beauty you give the world!

[@sendbac0n]

Aaaaa thank you for this 💖💖💖

[@Sharaina03]

I absolutely adore him! 💛

[@marieannie6287]

Amazing artist. I adore him wholeheartedly ❤

[@christinaspyropoulou1528]

nice word this last one , first time I see it

[@lauracavalcanti2157]

Can't wait to see him live

[@sickvictorianchild]

what a gorgeous performance!

[@n-clotv]

This is the most beautiful video I've ever watched. Stromae is amazing.

[@eduardolima3936]

he is a great artist, love it´

[@allenotna9793]

HE IS THE BEEEEEST!!!!

[@fernandohoyosferreyra5555]

Bolivian music flowing in Stromae's soul Hugs from Bolivia 🇧🇴💕

[@dianasolano7369]

Quien dijo si es cumbia

[@anniefloreminkouet3908]

J'ai regardé encore et encore ce live Stromae t'es un génie waw j'adore

[@jasminewhite8071]

Such a beautiful spirit!

[@sanciac8842]

Perfezione ☀️ the whole package and more..... unique!!!

[@priscilajunger6276]

Ok, talent and outfits! I'm here for it

[@AficionadoKO]

Respect to KCRW for your humanity and excellent, international taste in music. Thanks.

[@sarabarbegaray1610]

GENIUS.

[@fabianadasilva8853]

Stromae é todo de bom!!!!❤

[@luciabrandao8186]

Gente !! Estou viciada nessa criança, ele tem o dom de acalmar o coração, a alma da gente.. Ele e um amor de ser!!

[@mariafrydrychovska5905]

❤❤❤

[@zohrehsalimian2536]

All you are is so Precious. Thank you for your beauty. All the very Best to you ALL.

[@estherreid2387]

Great interview!

[@cledioinberlin1964]

Love It!

[@ynelypelez5979]

STROMAE,ALL A GENIUS

[@michelecouronner5226]

Thanks a lot

[@innapanchenkolove4444]

Мое первое знакомство с Стромае🙏🌏🙌🧡 я в восторге тихом и прекрасном, действительно, музыка говорит, звучит чувствами, иногда значение слов и не важны, когда слышишь сердцем и оно поет в резонансе🙏

[@habibadarwish7361]

Such a beautiful sit down with stromae amazing conversation,lovely vibe in the room loved every bit

[@neilbalser9538]

Mixing on poinnnnnntttttt. Kudos ENGINEERRRR

[@luzatochegarcia3918]

Único, lo máximo 💓

[@maangelicaescobar1674]

Simplemente un artista maravilloso ❤❤

[@iguanemasque]

0:00 La solassitude 6:38 Fils de joie 12:13 Alors on danse

[@merima333]

Fils de joie, la video est une oeuvre d'art

[@hugovv6114]

8:40 Santé

[@brahimkech294]

Respectable !

[@andreaocampo9191]

❤❤❤❤ te amo Stromae

[@emilianoolvera1992]

stromae really the greatest

[@simonettaiasevoli9218]

Mi piace moltissimo la tua libertà creatrice. Il tuo stile è originale e interessantissimo. Ti adoro. Sei un artista sensibile e innovativo. Non hai paura ad essere te stesso.

[@antoninakyuchukova2107]

Why always questions about his father when you see he feel not comfortable. He said all what he want to share years a go..

[@alexapasch]

This song needs a clip!

[@milanmiric5534]

If you are talking about La Solassitude, I am sure there will be one as Paul has said this is his favorite song.

[@DelRosariourzam]

El más bello regalo de Dios y el universo en este tiempo convulso para todo el mundo stromae

[@user-yy7nq1zw8h]

Утешает то, что есть ещё такой человек, который облагородил эстраду и поднялся до такого высокого уровня. Моë уважение, Стромае!

[@agnosticdemon]

Agliyorum su an mukemmelsin❤️

[@vixdix1]

yeaaaaah!

[@larissamenezes4407]

Please, Maestro! come to Brazil 🇧🇷🥺

[@loicnicolas5002]

I like to see you, I understand English better now, the reminiscences of my school years when I lived in Belgium, because since then I had forgotten everything 😉 from France

[@Liona2015]

Немного новое мягкое звучание,но также приятное и будоражущее

[@drilkerbike]

Please Come to İstanbul

[@laraazorr2140]

I can’t stop thinking of the skit with Dave Chapelle mocking Prince for the blouses . While watching this I kept saying “blouses “ 😅😅😅

[@saraiish]

😄all the best artists wear blouses

[@anytayatyta]

You make me want to learn French!!! 👏 Bravo!!

[@luzatochegarcia3918]

Me encanta tu musica, excelente, te amo💓 Stromae, desde Perú, Dios te bendiga.

[@anniesemiao1069]

Super!

[@anakarinaRN]

I love you Paul Van.

[@kpopmochiii_8882]

❤❤

[@user-qt9qp7hy4x]

Очень уверенно , спокойно и со знанием своего дела отвечать - еще б понимать о чем говорит , вообще хорошо было б😊

[@margaraubal5514]

❤ ESTE ARTISTA !!! TRASPASA IDIOMAS

[@mildredrivera6437]

Well I don't speak French wish I did but I just turn on the Translater and just be in awe with the words

[@lisserg1830]

♥♥♥

[@JEESVCV]

❤❤❤❤

[@user-fe6zo2no5d]

Там такие песни моя душа хочет плакать кровью ❤

[@discothequeish]

je tadore stromae xxx

[@ziedsediri2305]

toooooop

[@user-yf7fw4vz5w]

He so handsome

[@stefanijoanne2168]

Where’s the full session? I want to watch it

[@fenelifbahce5472]

You can find it on the website in the explanation of the video. There is 25 and two and half hour version.

[@bizellananani8583]

Being nigerian means if he goes on a tour in africa Nigeria will be left out because my country people don't actually appreciate good music taste ( most of them) so I'm working hard to goin and orchestra and travel round hopefully i will be able to go for his concert !

[@mariabermudezgomez2344]

Me canta comoes isuscanciones

[@omarcorrea]

is there a performance only cut of this concert without the interview cut ins?

[@ramazanbaris2349]

he had gained a lot of weight when he first made his last album, now he looks very sharp again!

[@PongaloenH]

Please do not cut the songs!!

[@marielaaguilar2470]

When are you coming tonVirginia USA?

[@klaudiaferrari3746]

I'am in love for your lips if your music!😍😍😍😍

[@dmitrydudin7557]

why tf would you interrupt a song right in the middle?? that's hilarious, lol especially in case of Stromae and his beautiful band

[@aboodalbaqshi194]

Im wondering how manny stromae compositions have we lost due to stromaes brother opinion 🤦‍♂️

[@erlineandrews]

And that one song his wife vetoed!

[@ranta6335]

@@erlineandrews which song?

[@user-jf1yw8fb7f]

Пожалуйста, переведите на русский!!! О чем это интервью?

[@zuitacontador7447]

You are so beautiful stromae. 😅😂

[@justlove2072]

Catch!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@kiereluurs1243]

92nd!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@timefree2494]

Why interviewers always coming with the father questions? It's very personal

[@xavicampoverde6031]

Why would you cut to the interview mid song. Such dumb editing.

[@mk6022]

His father died in Rwanda genocide? That's crazy.

[@Xrulnik]

His Dad went to visit his family in Rwanda and was killed in war. He was an architect in Belgium

[@kiereluurs1243]

English speakers that want to learn French? You mean, an OTHER language, instead of leaning BACK?! Wow.

[@kiereluurs1243]

Eh, MUSIC please! Not just fragments, before delving into yet other fragments of interview. Cut, dislike.

[@josemiguelgarcia1908]

THIS Video has a lote interviw and not music.. is borring.

[@wuklo6572]

wow i dont speak french im from Mississippi USA but il est trop fort sa race

[@victoriasequeira8304]

❤❤