The Insane True Story of Virgil Abloh

[@Volksgeist]

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[@JakingTheDivine]

Great vid bro !

[@TheBrainvision]

Bro, I get you. You go deep. I married a black woman. She is my goddess. Thx so much for the vibes and inspiration. I see your journey. You are evolving. See you at the end. The only color has no color. Peace ❤

[@francesco2286]

I'm an architect, and I feel Virgil designed and looked at things like an architect, the lettering the quotations, showing how the objects or shoes where made. It all looks like architectural technical drawings or detail drawings.

[@bradchevy1316]

Sounds pompous

[@siphenkosi]

He did study architecture I believe.

[@ebbiemusumali8301]

​@@bradchevy1316 Soft spoken overachievers tend to have that effect on people..

[@MrCarloss510]

Yes you’re totally right. Virgil took inspiration from architecture and engineering

[@icaprone1]

he was a marketer. he got ahold of the quotes directly out of 70s and postmodernism and literature. I guess semiotics too.. maybe his stuff was amusing but really it evoked stalin hell rather than a playfulness he wanted

[@SurferFN]

It was Virgil’s birthday yesterday, perfect time to post so we can celebrate this legend

[@michael-antoineassoumou6984]

Death anniversary sadly

[@SurferFN]

Rest in peace legend, one of the saddest losses for the fashion community ever

[@eleven_roses]

the song "what happened to virgil?" raises some questions that no one is asking.

[@ChristianBaleNutjob]

Not really

[@Jim_OHara]

What exactly are those questions? The man had blood cancer... That's what happened to Vigil. We all will parish just like him, nothing more, nothing less. Everything isn't some elaborate conspiracy or secret meaning. Some things are what they are.

[@2realalways...]

True story ​@@Jim_OHara

[@dukesvaller8027]

Not really

[@AdovianDones]

You don’t even have to wear any of his brands to see he was a master architect, nothing short of a composer.

[@ChristianBaleNutjob]

😂 such a ridiculous take. Off white was and is ass

[@Coastersandwater]

The way Virgil looked at art, design and fashion was so innovative and genius, truly a legend across multiple genres and mediums of art, rest in peace virgil Abloh

[@shyyella3071]

Beautiful abridgment of his life story. Long live a Ghanaian legend! Just purchased the pendant as well💙

[@sofmarsofmar]

What a loss. A true creative genius who thankfully left such a great impact on all of us. Great video

[@ChristianBaleNutjob]

He was overrated af bro.

[@400trees]

Man this channel is so underrated. What a beautiful beautiful video thank you so much. Rest easy Virgil Abloh

[@basedkhalid]

Amazing video bro. From the music, commentary, to the background art.

[@DJO1O1]

The deconstructed J1 Chicago really is a masterfully designed shoe and Virgil's best singular work.

[@chrischarles3770]

Great vid man. Really well made, you can tell this comes from the heart.

[@ibuukere184]

I just didnt knw virgil's come up but after this doc am so heartbroken to this my fellow african brother....too heartbreaking we lost a rep off us..may u rest good god

[@cc82828]

I remember being the little kid with fake pyrex vision in class just trying to set trends. Thanks for tellin Virgils story.

[@butlayf-dy2sj]

lol. Styles We already Grew Up With ?

[@jonathanbennett8065]

RIP V. Thanks for making and sharing this video to the world.

[@blessingmasawi3616]

I thought I'd hate this. But it's actually good.. Also not me finding out NOW that off-white was a BRAND NAME this whole time & not the COLOUR of a hoodie 💀 since 2015 in my first year of highschool

[@romainwarnotte1297]

Great video man! Thank you for creating. The level in editing is very pleasing. And the story telling too. Thank you.

[@robdewberry2587]

Ok, I’m a brand new subscriber b/c this was so well put together - you can tell a true artist!

[@ismailtnisanusi1880]

ngl I found this video inspiring, I'm at a crossroads and your Virgil/Conclusion segment helped me decide on a path.

[@jooklumzc7978]

The early life portion missed an opportunity to tie in the connection to HipHop music. As well as two other legends. Pharrell and Pusha T. His vision was birthed after High School from their influence. Specifically, Pusha. Along with Michael Jordan and Caravaggio. Pharrell also had the first Louis Vuitton collection, before KanYe or Virgil along with his impact on BAPE. Virgil said that BAPE is his generation's "Chanel." Pyrex Vision was named from the song and Lil Wayne diss, "Mr. Me Too." Pusha's line, "Pyrex stirs turned to Cavalli furs." Even 'off-white' is a reference to the color of powder. In short, above all else, Virgil was HIPHOP. And that is why he was so embraced BY the culture. He wasn't just a designer, he was one of Ours sitting in those rooms and making those decisions. A true legend.

[@HoneySuckle123]

❤

[@ChrisYoung-fh1mf]

Your channel is so unbelievably well-done man, seriously. Kudos to you and your team. These are the topics I want to hear about. Long live the artist!

[@Volksgeist]

Only a 2 man team, just me and my brother!

[@justhaku9240]

​@@Volksgeist BRUH WHAT THATS INSANE, I legit assumed this was a big company with 20 employees that's crazy, great work

[@kaleahcollins4567]

Actually it was Kanye first girlfriend who went to school with virgil sje was a Fashion and Architectural design major She was working and interning in fashion houses. She helped kanye master his style . His girl made those samples. Kanye mentions her in his song threw the wire .

[@sillynamereally]

It was also Pusna T that influence the coke reference names... Pyrex and Off White

[@butlayf-dy2sj]

ERRRRRRRRRRM. Kanye literally rips off Our Style.

[@GodsTerrorist]

„Uh actually🤓“ having ass

[@TobinOsusky]

Great narration bro

[@TheADotRad]

the last jewerly piece you made was fire but god damn man this newest piece is beautiful man. keep it rolling

[@JackpotGod8888]

This man is so brilliant he left his mark at the right frame in time. He brilliantly left his mark. When you get this you too are the phoenix..

[@preciousone9377]

Excellent expose on Virgil, very inspired by his story and send my condolences to his family. Thank you for sharing. 😊

[@VirgoVLone]

"VIRGIL WAS HERE"

[@souls1lver]

as a Ghanaian American creative, he’s a great inspiration to me personally, I hope to be like him one day in my space.

[@shelloiluk]

Awesome video I’m a huge Virgil fan with my Jordan 5 Virgil and LV pieces. I’m also lucky to have off white tees and hoodies. He will be missed. I also hope Kayne recovers and conquers again

[@matthewjarrett9802]

Rest in peace Virgil, what a legend. Another great video bro, I look forward to all of your drops.

[@DippedInInk]

Shoutout to @Volksgeist for this video. OMG the history and breakdown u added is inspirational to me as an artist and designer.

[@lucasmiller8454]

fire video bro! I really enjoyed this

[@harshitak782]

This video is made beautifully, the editing and the content is great.

[@giulianobarel]

New subscriber here! Love this Channel. You have a new fan from Italy! Blessing.

[@gonnascore]

great video!! i personally idoloze virgil because of his fight for the youth and introducing me to the world of streetwear, highfashion and art in general. much love

[@fet0logy]

"But none of that would've ever been possible, if he weren't driven by a relentless work ethic, and a sense of creative freedom unlike anyone else" .Agree

[@LD-ql1yi]

he became well known because in that time streewear became fashion...thats the reason

[@fet0logy]

@@LD-ql1yi yall guys will believe in everything except hatd/smart work

[@LD-ql1yi]

look at pharell ..he is at LV menswear because he is 1 famous and 2 because the streetwear in fashion! not he is a great designer please!@@fet0logywhen streetwear is out...he is out..you will see

[@pijushsarkar2039]

Rest in peace to the most influential designer, artist and curator Virgil. 🕊️🙏🏼

[@ChristianBaleNutjob]

lol most influential? 😂😂😂😂 you really have no clue do you

[@ChristianBaleNutjob]

Alexander McQueen levelled this guy in every way. You don’t know anything

[@princesstown73]

He said Virgil wanted to prove to the higher ups who made the decisions that he could take what he did and make it a hit .. which he did. RIP Virgil

[@Whodnl]

RIP to the goat Virgil, we definitely stop Louis bags after Virgil passed. ( I couldn't never afford one in the first place)

[@lizzyjeff]

Beautiful work 🔥

[@nunnaurbiznez8815]

As a working artist, I learned that you really learn the most when troubleshooting mistakes. If you work in a medium like computer animation or drawing, if something doesn't look right you can change it, over and over and end up over working it. But if you work in something like ceramics, much of the time it could look perfect and when it comes out of the kiln it looks totally different. It taught me to work mistakes into a piece. I think Kanye working with a creative like Virgil was probably helpful for him. He seems so confused now that he is no longer connected to working in mistakes or learning from mistakes. He is so driven to translate his vision without working in the happy accidents or another person's input that he can't finish anything.

[@Peakingindo]

Thanks for the Story. Keep inspiring the world everyone.

[@tomaradoss3420]

At least he served his purpose and his dream came true, had a beautiful family! He lived a fulfilled life although cut short! Fact is we are going to die. I’m inspired.❤:

[@theSpadeent30]

VERY WELL PUT… GREAT COMMENTARY!!!

[@ChrisCoombes]

I enjoyed the pace you keep up in this. Thanks.

[@jogatica3808]

its funny to think that kanye and virgil share the same principal for art, you dont need to discover or create something totally new, you can take inspiration (like kanye's samples and use of pop sounds in his early age and virgil's 3% style) and readapt it to be refreshing

[@HullioGQ]

Phillip, the MS13-looking, eloquent, silver-tongued academic! Much respect for a highly polished documentary. Thank you, brother!

[@jinner2005]

thank you for your effort. I love your videos

[@Titonotthevodka]

Great video ! Really inquiring even more from Virgil

[@LM-xz1rc]

What an incredible video. Thank you for sharing! God bless Virgil and his legacy.

[@london8615]

great research brother

[@HexylManray]

You did a really good job with this video!

[@pasitheathanatosasmr488]

Fabulous video. Very well presented.

[@millylagat]

RIP Virgil, you inspired us

[@rudyjr]

Great video, well done! RIP Virgil

[@JOHNPAULJOHNJP]

Thank you for this video man 🙏

[@ttyson8519]

A reminder of how priveleged works. Streetware has been designed in urban centers across the country since the 80's to compliment hip hop and none of the young men and women ever got the opportunity that Abloh did. He wasn't a great designer. He used pop culture to push simple design for excessive prices. His styles were desirable based on who wore them and had access to them, not how innovative or stylish they were. Timing, social media and his relationship with Kanye worked in his favor. The intern move that Kanye got him access to was a blessing. He was an anomaly that will not be duplicated. Let's see how long it takes for a luxury brands to open their doors to a talented non famous man of African descent that is not already attached to celebrities. I'll be shocked when it happens.

[@Likhumcy]

I love your channel bro . The showcase of creativity ✨ , Rest easy Virgil 🕊️🕊️

[@TwentyThreeHustles]

Very nice video in terms of story telling/ video/ presentation. RIP Virgil

[@nicoledonsblaedel4430]

Amazing video! Very assertive and entertaining❤

[@Chiosford]

I'm 21, and I Started music since 17. I hope to be there someday. VIRGIL’s success story inspires my art. It's never been easy.

[@room203GLG]

I own a couple pair of off white glasses , the blue frames that mase wears on it is what it is i receive many great compliments on them, rest in peace Virgil .

[@swagkuz5801]

rip Virgil. Thanks for inspiration

[@oama2009]

Hey do you know what sports teams logo tshirt Virgil designed ? Like I remember him putting together many logos of teams on a shirt. Do you know ?

[@Keamogetswe_1]

Virgil Abloh is legend a innovator in the fashion world in being creative in making his iconic designs.

[@obidasauceman6140]

Virgil Abloh is the epitome of the phrase "good artists copy, great artists steal"

[@crevthabeing]

thank you for another awesome analysis

[@10.fun.d]

Cool doc very well put together and unique merch is lit... Regrettably not in the market RN my art journey hasn't popped off yet 😉

[@anza2]

he has done so much , most people can probably think of something he’s done

[@mdeezydinero]

He couldn't use the Bear, because Ralph Lauren ALREADY had the November Bear.

[@yuppppi529]

got me crying out here 🥲 rip legend 🙏🏽

[@Elliott_Elliott]

I absolutely love the Pyrex Vision shorts, still after 10 years

[@lstbys666]

Working with Virgil for a short time will forever be a highlight of my life. One of the greatest minds and most humble human beings. "🕊"

[@francogonzalez1451]

great video

[@Phishfood-fg7sv]

great video. please make more like this!

[@Volksgeist]

More to come!

[@dominic5799]

I actually despise most people in the fashion world, but Virgil was nothing short of a legend among legends. Truly in a category all his own.

[@TheADotRad]

i was not ready for the head band fam

[@iwsutw]

Great documentary

[@kincamell2]

Heavy. Peace to Virgil Abloh Peace to Raekwon and Marley Marl that Pyrex Vision song is stellar. Lupe Fiasco Ft Virgil Abloh song Shoes is amazing as well.

[@Imbwa6012]

This documentary was beautiful. A work of art in itself

[@envyLP333]

Glazing

[@The-Perfect1]

Brilliant and informative documentary!

[@gghstlr]

He’s the man. RIP VIRGIL

[@savannahcochrane1080]

Loved this video!! Keep making more!!

[@Ayogenius67]

man u a true inspiration to me man

[@Kunle]

Great video!

[@Jasonanti]

Damn it’s crazy to realize that I’m from the same country as abloh’s parents 🙏

[@blackguycomment5329]

This video is amazing, RIP Virgil🙏🏽

[@halogranberry]

w video, next time include subtitles.. im not american so sometimes its kinda hard to understand the parts with American accents or slangs

[@jordansimba93]

I want more details on the days of summer colab that was crazy he did. It twice with Nike the second time was complete chaos for the sneakerheads but rip to the goat fasho a big inspo

[@DrewJersey2024]

Abloh motivates me everyday. See the beauty in the world around you and use it as inspiration toward what you want it to be. Great video

[@WolfgangsVelvetHand]

Thank You Volksgeist

[@LoLifeIsForever-hl2nm]

👍🏾 Subscribed based on this wonderfully insightful vid; instant classic...

[@bolarinwajohnson9470]

This is really dope

[@atticusfinch1457]

The pendants are beautiful!

[@ImadEdd]

Great video man, can u pls tell me the song at 4:17

[@simonbinguingi7733]

4:30 not many know but Virgil in fact worked for Kanye and Executive producer Malik Yousef for free those first 4 years, which would be few of many reasons for him and Mathew to start been trill.

[@JeramineHolloway]

Boa off white x an chrone heart collab would have been so 🔥🔥

[@KDP2009]

27:30 he also made a set of clear CDJ's 🙏🏼 dope as hell

[@danielcampos5979]

Dude the piano in the background is amazing.

[@kefoxxie3691]

So true, not annoying and doesn’t overtake the content we are listening to.

[@APairOfSneakers]

Great Story! RIP VirGiL Miss You Man!

[@munny_1206]

Virgil was the Basquiat of fashion 💯