Tank Speaks On Final R&B Album, Industry Disconnects, Losing His Hearing, Dating Etiquette + More

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[@ladyjayderam]

It's a blessing that Tank's hearing loss in one ear hasn't destroyed his tone of articulation when speaking and singing bcuz he has a great Voice...Praying for Full resurgence of hearing in his right ear🙏🏾

[@thecramptons]

Right

[@deykno87]

That’s not how hearing works😒

[@kennethjacobs3716]

Tank is one of the unsung heroes that don't get enough props. I wish him nothing but success on the business side. You deserve it, King!

[@PeachesROBERTS]

Agreed

[@timmyggztv]

Lit

[@etoshachapman-pierre3044]

Indeed! I'm sad about this being the last album, but its gonna be LIT!

[@toomuchfourU]

She can be replaced easily

[@johncampbell5929]

@@timmyggztv 10th

[@rubyTech]

Yooo, this brother's personality is a beacon to whatever project he's involved in, from his consistent classic appearances on the Breakfast Club to his genre shattering Drink Champs episode. Tank's relevance is never growing old. Stay winning champ!

[@amwilliams76]

Indeed👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@jmacwhite7466]

He wrote for alot of people. He was a background singer. Remember when he was background singing for Jaime Foxx was singing for Serena Williams?

[@nicoleh.6352]

Agreed 😊

[@rubyTech]

@@jmacwhite7466 thanx fam, I just learned something new today 👑🙏🏾

[@ekelaridley7706]

Very well stated.

[@kevbon27]

Stephanie Mills said it years ago, “They want our music (R&B), but they don’t want it from us (black artists). Adele, Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, Justin Timberlake, Ariana Grande, (even Bruno Mars) etc. sales surpass all black R&B artists put together. Dare I say black people don’t purchase music anymore too.

[@MooreVoicesMedia]

Bruno Mars is African descended and excluded from this list. He pays homage AND is a part of the culture.

[@soniahudson542]

I love Tank. He is a great conversationalist and a great R&B singer and easy on the eyes

[@lynncuzzo4502]

🤣

[@annettehopkins4416]

Yes!!

[@shontecurry3362]

Ooooh yes he is

[@alakazam25yearsago8]

@@shontecurry3362 what ya toes smellin like thoo mama

[@aewell77]

😂Yesss girl.. I’m listening to him do ladies still throw they drawls on stage..Cause….😂😂🤣🤣❤️

[@crystalblackson6868]

Tank always do great interviews 👌. And honest ones. True to himself ♥️

[@NorthPhilly-zr7xc]

He's right about r&b the reason is we see these artists too much now to the point we don't care to see them anymore but back then we wasn't this involved in celebrities lives so When we seen them we got hype

[@timmyggztv]

Lit

[@GeIrb1]

@Milly r))g

[@RiRiTheGr8test]

Tank has an infectiousness that can’t be beat! I’m always hanging on to every word, it’s impossible to ignore. What a presence!

[@khalildevon2434]

So valid

[@Konkretelotus]

Right! As if you were sitting in the room or for us it’s like his voice radiates through my phone the gems he’s dropping is masterful

[@ladyjayderam]

I echoed very similar sentiments regarding his interview with LeToya Tuckett on The R&B podcast

[@griffinjenn85]

When Tank asked if he was worth $9.99 & Charla said, “stand up & let me see..” I FELL OUT! 🤣🤣🤣 I love me some Tank & Sex, Love and Pain is my favorite album! ❤️❤️❤️ I will purchase your album on Friday via iTunes Tank! 😊😊😊

[@chubbychica]

I died!! The quickness of CMG Is bananas….

[@tyrushbk]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4K4naxrgquIf5I

[@AmberBrooklyn24]

He said it as soon as I read this lmao Uncle Charla is a mess 😂😂😂

[@Fifth3rd]

Very authentic interview. And I’m for sure buying this album. R&B is dying because love is fading away. Especially in the black community. Gotta start back loving each other and not hating each other

[@Trendsetter5420]

That

[@Trendsetter5420]

It’s all about hit it dispose it get high in the club get the money hit a lick etc temporary ish. I mean even old rap that spoke on those things did it in a way where the songs still had more content. It’s the age of TikTok dances billboard quickies ringtone ish songs

[@JohnnyBlaze_616]

It's too late. It's over now. It'll NEVER be the same...

[@fatxbull6259]

Y’all just don’t look for it cause it’s alive

[@bougiebohemian5393]

@@fatxbull6259 right! Rnb has evolved but we still have people doing rnb.. just gotta be open to the new generation

[@bcloudengineers]

Tank is a treasure to our community. You have to respect his appreciation for history of the craft. A real tactician who’s a soul performer at the same time.

[@sherlyb4705]

Tank made some fantastic points. We need to set a criteria for what is classified as ‘R&B’ and be firm in our definition. Furthermore subcategories must be defined. Also, artists should keep pushing the envelope by collaborating and keeping the genre fresh. Overall, I think ‘R&B’ artists need to get more creative.

[@ndlove25]

Tank’s energy is amazing. Always smiling

[@whywomenhatemyforeskin2121]

Remember when he abused Letoya Luckett on that movie??

[@shakratdosunmu5232]

@@whywomenhatemyforeskin2121 He didn't do it...it was his character...a role.

[@whywomenhatemyforeskin2121]

@@shakratdosunmu5232 I could've swore that was him in that movie

[@lw7379]

I enjoyed this interview so much, I laughed out loud so many times!😂🤣🤣 Uncle Charla was being super Sus through out the entire interview! Tank has a great sense of humor.😁❤❤❤

[@cynthiag3463]

R&B is my favorite music. Nothing will replace the feeling R&B music provide

[@aking1196]

I mean TGT was banging. They need to do another album. It was phenomenal with all 3.

[@tamarastone141]

I absolutely love that album! It stays in rotation in my car and I was devastated when they broke up!

[@rellysunshine9665]

Agreed

[@olivialuke1791]

I actually love the talk about R&b. Especially where tank mentioned about hip hop being merged with R&b. R&b will forever be!!! And it can never be washed away!! Shoutout to house music too. 90s house music is stilll poppinggg!!

[@ProducerTSS]

YESSSSSS

[@Ishbikes]

In Newark, house music is MUCH ALIVE and will always be. The r&b mixes are dope sometimes..

[@olivialuke1791]

@@Ishbikes yessss!!! House music will always be a classic. I honestly don’t know why R&b would diminish!! Reall soul singers are from the R&b culture even Gospel!!

[@tahitiantreatskeetjuice5587]

House music is popping outside of Chicago, aka it's birth place. And that's just because a lot of people, outside of Chicago, just recently recognized it. And when I say recently, I mean in the 2000s, cause it's existed in Chicago heavy way before then. They jumped in late. That's all. Also, house music seems to mainly be popular among gay crowds and cultures not from the US, that rarely heard it. BTW, The R&B most refer to is the kind that u heard 20+ years ago, and it rarely exist, in mainstream. The music that dominates is the music that sells the most, or, the music that has payola. That's it.

[@Ishbikes]

@@tahitiantreatskeetjuice5587 We just Recognized? Idk if you’ve been here. (New York, and Newark, NJ) We been doing this since the 80’s.. we have legends here… I danced the other day, dudes were out there in there 60’s still doing backflips, mixed with the Capoeira.. they been doing this for 40 years.

[@vanessaspeaks]

Lmao he said “shout out to me.” I’m on that type of time. Hype myself up. I woke up and started work on time. SHOUT OUT TO ME.

[@KMinor-bi1zu]

I love me some Tank. He’s so personable. He’s smart and funny, great radio personality.

[@tieraBK]

Tank is a comedian! I love how his eyes disappear when laughs/smile 🤣

[@thickbeauty1977]

With the conversations that Tank constantly brings to the table he is " the " gate keeper of keeping R&B alive. With all the artists he mentioned a Breakfast Club R&B jam, concert, festival, or tour hosted by Tank would be a show I would attend! Now just weekly tutorials for the Breakfast club on how to purchase music could be winner to watch to 🤣

[@Meme033094]

Cure for depression and suicidal thoughts is music period!

[@dionne681]

Tank is a true 100 percenter, writer, producer, performer. Dude is hilarious. Cant wait to hear his new project I need some new bangers in my rotation.

[@pancakesarealwaysbetter]

Bruh, that conversation about Prince staring at him was GOLD!!! Great reaction by Tank and all. It had me dying.😂😂😂

[@lovelylady1773]

Charlamagne's transparency on not being tech savvy or knowing how to order music is so hilarious 🤣 . I'm sure he's not alone in this and so many people can relate lol!

[@amandatyler6050]

My mother also lost her hearing in one ear and they were not able to give her a reason. That’s amazing he still is able to overcome and make music with that life change.

[@modenise2921]

Same with my mother wow!! Even when she does testing they don't find anything, they tell her it's all psychological 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@shantelleholden9182]

Same thing happened to my grandmother. They blamed it on her age but I’m like she could hear perfectly fine the other day and now she can’t

[@alakazam25yearsago8]

What you and ya moms toes smellin like thoo girl

[@SammiGNhema]

Tank has the happiest eyes I’ve ever seen. And I’m not even fully sure what I mean, but I mean it.

[@srumi7788]

I remember Tank opening up for Fantasia in Maryland a couple years ago. And he kept walking to the side of the stage throwing his arms up to have them turn his earpiece up. Turns out, he’s losing his hearing. This is why you have to be kind.

[@Phineaswine]

I love listening to Tank talk❤️ super intelligent and always insightful

[@shaylaforever9048]

Very true, He's infectious..Ive enjoyed every interview he has been in.

[@SS-ii6nz]

R&B will never die. Listen to You're My Star by Tank. Producers, Radio Stations, Live Instruments and professional singers are the key elements to R&B. Great Interview with Tank. I appreciate the Breakfeast Club platform.

[@altonjames5673]

The hearing loss happened to me on Jan 1, 2011. He nailed the experience of randomly losing your hearing and trying to adjust in society. And my nickname is "TANK" as well lol.

[@anthonylewis8253]

Ok. Tank

[@Konkretelotus]

🙏🏽

[@whywomenhatemyforeskin2121]

@@anthonylewis8253 his name Tank James

[@MarkFTP]

Charlamagne made a really good point about the absence of radio programming affecting the decline of RnB being properly received.

[@khalildevon2434]

Definitely as well apart of population control. That's why drill music works perfectly for the oppressor. It glorifies minorities to killing eachother....r&b glorified minorities making love...as well a producing more people essentially.

[@NSMissy]

And I think it was intentional. R&b was so popular up until the early 2000s. I think it was a setup.

[@janaymiller880]

As a true lover of R&B this conversation is EVERYTHING for me. I’ve had chills this whole interview. To top it off I think Tank is my favorite person to watch being interviewed. Dude is hilarious and so talented. I am excited to see what he does next in his new endeavors. If this is his last album he did what he needed to do. I pray he is able to really bring that true R&B sound back.

[@TimLikesBikes]

"It's in you Tank" 🤣🤣

[@itsrealkenna]

Tank is the kind of success story that encourages me as a underground artist with a small following. Seeing how he’s developed his skills and slowly blown up after seizing each and every opportunity he’s been giving has been inspirational! Mans has quickly become a mainstay in the industry and for good reason. Dude is too nice! I know if I put in the work, I can reach a larger audience some day too, but for now, I’m happy being a supporter. My turn will come too. Salute to Tank🔥

[@lakersin556]

You're up next. We'll see you on TBC soon.

[@charlesmoore4062]

@Kenna how can I hear some of your music?

[@dsp8884]

Check for another indy artist Eric Roberson. 20 yes in.

[@itsrealkenna]

@@charlesmoore4062 Here’s one of my song: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qouTnJRoaJuCm8k

[@tyrushbk]

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[@jennaworldpeace]

I love Charla's energy when he's laughing his head off. so much joy!

[@dee27206]

Don’t forget the shoulder shrugs lol

[@AmberBrooklyn24]

I love when Uncle Charla cracks up laughing all loud. He be having me dying lmao

[@brittianyw9333]

Tank is entirely too humble, OMG. Baby you are a legend Tank!!!!!!!!!!!! I love his interviews, his conversations and personality gets me everytime. I’m a fan! ✊🏾👏🏾🙌🏾🤞🏾

[@timmyggztv]

Tank You never disappoint your fans with great music keep up the good work

[@celestemartires4615]

YES REAL OLD SKOOL TALKING HERE….TANK I SAY IS THE BEST! IT WAS SAID BEST….UNSUNG HEREO❤️🙏🏽❤️! TANK I LOVED U FROM DAY 1! I WILL LOVE YOU FOREVER!! NOT THE LAST OF TANK!! PLEASE PUT SOME RESPECT ON THAT!! TO MORE OF MORE TO COME!! Love & Blessings always TANK❤️🙏🏽❤️

[@kiayama1]

Whew lawd!!! I was checking Tank out as he spoke and my eyes oozed all over him and then I notice the word “fine” in the design of his black and white shirt 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 it ain’t NEVA LIED!!!😍😘🥰 But he spoke on the state of R&B and I was TOTALLY engaged! GREAT INTERVIEW!

[@ladyjayderam]

I don't see an "F" on Tank's shirt. I see Eline

[@AnnaMaeBullock]

@@ladyjayderam dream killer

[@AnnaMaeBullock]

I thought the same. It plays into the fingerprint pattern.

[@mysticIvy324]

R&B is dead because everyone wants to act tough and unemotional. No one wants to FEEL their passions anymore.

[@Meka1989oil]

True!

[@mrssamon8506]

That part!

[@jaywayytoofresh9670]

Oh people are definitely emotional and very in there feelings nowadays for the wrong reasons of course

[@MrsLikaB]

This!

[@TheIcemanthomas]

It’s only dead to people who don’t know where to find good rnb music

[@KingTxne]

“Am I worth 9.99?” “Stand up let me see” 😂😂😂

[@KEMBEE319]

I really appreciate his passion for R&B music. He seems sincere.

[@divadoll606]

When Tank talked about an R&B movie, I said The Five Heartbeats, a classic till this day. I can remember Curtis Mayfield, another musical genius, wrote the soundtrack for Superfly, and the music was exceptional. I could see Tank doing something on the lines of a Five Heartbeats with a gangster twist to it, with some good R&B in it. Oh yeah, I'm glad they talked about how you buy music, there's a couple of young artists I'd like to support.

[@caligirl10]

Tank gives the best interviews and the Prince stories are hilarious! I love hearing stories about him. The GOAT

[@KWEST7558]

Man just listen to the new “I Deserve” in the middle of this interview and I’m by no means a R&B guy. I’m a hiphop purest but man I love that song off first listen. I truly must have needed to hear that song. I’m bout to listen to the original “Maybe I Deserve” now. That was my shit to back in the day. I just realized Tank is the voice for the unappreciated man 💪🏾💪🏾

[@cecedavis9840]

This interview was so entertaining and Real! KUDOS 👏🏿 Breakfast Club for asking the questions that we the listener would have loved to ask Tank! And thanks Tank for coming to the mic and having an adult, poignant conversation that did not placate the listener. No smoke and mirrors. Just sheer talents displayed by Interviewers and interviewers. 👏🏿 👏🏿 👏🏿 👏🏿

[@not2thick2befit77]

I love Tank!! I want to see him in more movies. I love that he started a Podcast!

[@123456CBOY]

Gerald levert god rest his soul hes a icon his music forever

[@janetlopez8694]

Thank You Tank for speaking and allowing your fans to hear from you and you continue to build a platform or area for R&B. Very good points ❤️❤️❤️

[@holli5babies1]

I love Tank!! Keep R & B alive!! The world needs it! 🔥🔥🔥

[@jayc5756]

Tank is right. And I respect him for trying to get R&B to where he needs to be.

[@quita1859]

This was an amazing interview I really love tank like he has just a authentic personality and despite what he goes through he don’t let it show on the outside I’m so sad that’s this his last album but I most definitely allready preordered and I can’t wait to blast his last album 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽💙💙💙

[@alib.3566]

Tank is known for great conversation. I'm patiently waiting for Tank to go on tour again.

[@roaringsun4743]

This reminds me of how much I miss record stores.

[@20VonVon]

Yes I was just thinking about that

[@Marie-yv3pd]

I’ve always loved Tank! He’s so hilarious to me😆 Really enjoyed this interview.

[@Phineask950]

Uncle Cha and Tank are hilarious!!!🤣🤣🤣😂enjoyed watching this interview.

[@HONEYLOVERFRIENDSTYLE]

The energy behind the Verzuz R&B battles proves Tank’s point around bringing artists together on projects and mobilizing a movement 19:59

[@dalpowers]

I Love Tank!! So Glad He's Back, Giving Us GOOD & GREAT R&B MUSIC

[@darryls2141]

thank you God for healing my brother Tank- thank you for his realness- he is helping thousands with his message/testimony- you are amazing God.

[@onthebeat9583]

Loved this interview Tankbis an amazing communicator could listen to him all day

[@darklawyergirl7]

What an incredible interview! I love listening to Tank. That story about Prince is hilarious!! My goodness😂

[@mrhaggard364]

Definitely looking forward to the new Album ...Weekend love is my favorite joint off of the 3 kings album and of all time.🔥

[@alvinbrooks2786]

I’m looking forward to this Tank album coming up. That slow with j valentine is 🔥

[@sunshineleslie1460]

Such an informative and entertaining interview😍

[@jackie6189]

Tank lying on Prince 🤣🤣🤣. RIP GENIUS 💜💜💜

[@kymmee6562]

I love Tank but he just said Beyonce over Prince....Hell Naw!!!

[@dr.tanyadove822]

Prince probably heard Tank said something shady about him or maybe he hit on one of Prince women. The look 👀 was probably of disapproval. 🤣🤣👏🏽👏🏽

[@angelicfaithh2664]

I adore Tank! His personality drew me closer to him than his music. I just love how he said that men should let their intentions with women be known BEFORE pursuing us. We have been saying this for years.

[@elisavetsandoval5362]

I love to hear and watch this mans interviews. Love all his stories. Love ya Tank.

[@timmyggztv]

Tank one of the greatest of all time this guy a legend for real

[@turquoisebabyblue3769]

Facts I hope he get honored and recognized for all that he do

[@cookieb6287]

Wow I really enjoyed this interview with Tank.Makes me see him in a brand new light, much more than just a singer. Such an intelligent, wise and engaging person❤️

[@hichamjanebi3841]

Only positive response,I bett Tank smiling true it 😊 great interview great guy,wish you all the best and thank you for everything sir🙏🏻

[@naci315]

😂😂😂 I love you Tankkkkk he’s so genuine… he has this same personality in person ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@1bellefemme_]

I absolutely adore Tank as a man and an artist! Fantastic interview ❤️

[@alakazam25yearsago8]

Would you let him smell ya toes?

[@HighPriestess76]

Absolutely love Tank. Been down since day 1. Articulate, knowledgeable about many things, especially R&B, great listener and conversationalist.

[@TheMemphisJelksShow]

Great interview. Blessings Tank!!

[@kinder7513]

I really enjoyed this interview!

[@willanderson716]

Facts... I was there... Tank had to go a little longer and he opened up for Janet Jackson... Janet was absolutely phenomenal!!!!!

[@dreka3534]

I love Tanks interviews, he’s a great conversationalist

[@SolidRocEntertainmentSRE]

I remember in 91 as a kid On channel 5 fox TV, they'd premiere Michael Jackson "Remember The Time" and "In The Closet" music videos before the 8 o'clock show began. Huge Promo

[@davidmurray6949]

This is a great interview im only 25 minutes in & he's named all the people I've been listening to the past few years 💯. Been down with Tank since his first album, even got married to Tank's song " One man " because I told myself that's what I'm going to be to whom ever I marry.

[@shestrece]

Amen tank! Good for him … do what u love n where ur heart is talking u

[@malyroberts9075]

This had me laughing out loud the whole interview! 🤣😂🤣

[@robind.phillips2129]

Really good conversation! Thanks for sharing.

[@svntrty22]

I Love Love R&B music, Patiently waiting🖤

[@lisaashley9727]

Love Tank interviews!

[@jodiluvv]

I love Tank, he was speaking nothing but truth in this interview!

[@monaealiyah]

I definitely have been listening to a lot more R&B than anything else lately, soothes my soul 🔉❤️‍🔥

[@TeapotinWonderland]

Love this and R&B music always be needed.

[@lanna09]

It’s funny cause I’ve always seen Tank as a legend, so I just see it as he’s finally getting the credit & recognition he deserves!❤️

[@thebedroomblueprint]

This is one of the funniest interviews I've seen in a while. I laughed all through this show.

[@LaDonna-nl6dm]

Tank should do stand up he’s hilarious. He seems to be a very humble and outstanding guy . I salute this brotha .

[@sierramist911]

Great interview Tank is amazing still making that baby makin music ❤️❤️❤️

[@melindamullins9272]

i love tank he has such a personal sensibility to him that makes us want to know more about him .hes so sexy but not cocky. good job guys with this interview great energy.

[@shayy4280]

Yes Tank! Finally a good take! Stevie is the best musician of all time. He influenced MJ and Thriller. Then its MJ and Beyonce next when we talking over all Pop and R&B artists. Prince is top 5. But he was his own legend.

[@chrisman3431]

Prince was the closest to Stevie Wonder when it comes to musicianship. He was just as prolific as Stevie in terms of numbers of songs and albums during his lifetime. He was a one hand made man. He wrote, composed, produced , arranged the vast majority of his own catalog just like Stevie and he was a musical prodigy who could play over 25 different instruments just like Stevie. To me when it comes to actual musicians it's Stevland "Stevie" Hardaway Judkins from Saginaw, Michigan and Prince Rodgers Nelson from Minneapolis, Minnesota

[@shayy4280]

@@chrisman3431 No he wasnt. Thats it.

[@brandygee9954]

@@chrisman3431 🎯

[@dreedwards6859]

@@chrisman3431 facts I got Stevie 1A and Prince 1B.. Prince would do a whole album by himself lyrics, producing, back ground singing and all 😂

[@shametriathaggard949]

I love Tank. I really enjoyed this interview. I saw him a couple years ago with Fantastia. I'll definitely be buying the album 🥰

[@Missgetoknowme]

Taaank, you remember when you came to Rocky Mount Nc and I was standing on the chair singing allllllllllll your songs🥰🙌🏾

[@CorniyaTV]

I just love Tank’s personality, interviews, and his music! I wish him all of the success in his endeavors! We love you Tank. ❤️‼️ Edit: Yeah, there is a disconnect in R&B and I don’t like it!!! I miss boy bands, I miss real R&B music, and I miss men singing lovely music to women!!! We need love songs and boy bands back!!!! The lil R&B that we got, they try to be rappers smh 🤦🏾‍♀️ we need PURE R&B!!!!

[@FireIceWind]

I agree!!

[@CorniyaTV]

@@FireIceWind ‼️

[@FireIceWind]

@@CorniyaTV We need to o back to Rapper's being Rapper's and singers being singer then when we collab people can tell the difference!

[@adonislavale8283]

Stevie is his own genre. Let's not compare him to ANYONE lol EVER

[@fefeztv]

I really enjoy these type of podcasts🙏🏾

[@rosetime1650]

This was such a great conversation. I feel like there is a war on Love and there are so many platforms that push the wrong narratives for a reason. It will be hard for any R&B artist to break through the noise but they shouldn't have to do what rappers do to see success. It's a completely different genre

[@marliesmom8801]

I love Tank his interviews are always great.