Yasiin Bey (Mos Def) On South Africa Travel Issues, US Leadership + Returning To Music/Acting

[@nastynate838]

if Mos had a podcast where he conversed with his listeners about domestic and global issues , music , etc....would you listen to it ?

[@yoitsgiook]

C Y mos def

[@mathisrobinson9042]

Def

[@chasemoobs3146]

Deffff

[@AllEyezOnMeTMC]

MOS DEF

[@briandawsonii4451]

Mos Def

[@nerdSlayerstudioss]

Truly one of THE best artists ever. He changed the landscape, and was really the first rapper to transcend just rap. He acted, he did poetry, and etc. However, he faced personal, label, and political issues that sort of delayed his career (most of it self-inflicted of course). It was good to hear from him in this interview, and you can still see he hasn't quite found the best way to navigate that. But that's because he's principled. I selfishly wish he could have continued to make music, because I believe he really would have been remembered as the best...but he has his own stuff on his plate.

[@jarodmoodley7925]

nerdSlayer Hold this " L " right quick and PLEASE , take not ONE , Two Three OR Four but SEVERAL SEATS whilst holding on to ya' " L " ;-) . . . . THANK you

[@yassinkayugwa1937]

nerdSlayer i

[@Dakid4rmdade]

I guess you never heard of Tupac smh.

[@nerdSlayerstudioss]

So multiple people can't be great? Tupac was great too...the sad thing is...Mos Def is still alive dude! And yet we can't get that creative stuff from him.

[@Dakid4rmdade]

nerdSlayer I was responding to the fact that you said mos was the first rapper to transcend rap...I disagree. I'm saying if anything you have to put Tupac into that category.

[@MannyTwice]

Protect Mos Def at all costs

[@SpongeBizzleBenito]

fortwintee1 facts

[@D3LAROZAY]

FACTS

[@thomaswaldron3865]

facts

[@DragonsBlood1]

Big fuckin facts

[@therealforeignwolf]

Mos’ Life Matterrs!!!!

[@iamAMJ_]

BTW did anyone notice how quiet everyone was cause this man was speaking the truth

[@veronicaandbob1931]

aaaannnnddd... no Rosenberg !!!! What a relief!!

[@rob879]

If Rosenberg dumbass was there he'd loud and interrupting every 5 seconds, thank god his stupid ass was absent.

[@jeremiahwoodsi4202]

Yeah but when he was talking sports they were yucking it up

[@esantiago5911]

it's not so much he was speaking the truth it's that ebro and the rest are just dumb fucks and never speak abt any substance just garbage

[@biofuels69]

#FACTS

[@Realitybit]

I just want to cry im so happy... the amount of wisdom from this man. Hes a gift to all of us. Just listen

[@MartyRoca]

This man said he's 44 years old!!!!!.... Mos Def been looking like this for decades. Dude doesn't age.

[@justenbray]

V MA black people age well also Hispanics

[@thomashester2]

V MA look like he did in Brown Sugar

[@0Lu.Lu0]

V MA Yep: that's what happens when we stop eating the bullshit they've been feeding us for decades--on top the fact that Africans age well.

[@siphojera4481]

V MA. Black don't crack my Nigga!

[@Kloppsserialbottlers]

black don't crack

[@YeshuaReal]

Love how quiet they get when a legend is talking. Shoutout to Mos Def ✊🏿

[@HannahElm1]

When your'e quarter way through the vid and still can't believe theres a new yasiin bey interview out I love this man 😭😭

[@mnybags07]

I love these comments. I love to see so many of MY people awoke!! Much love to all of y'all!!!

[@malcolmmagneto7736]

mnybags07 of

[@brettreinhart705]

Jdog Jedi amen

[@esh8973]

mnybags07 we have to be...

[@vinny5638]

and what is awoke? People who agree with you personally? So much ego. This whole "woke" bullshit is the pop culture version of saying youre "enlightened." Its for fuckboy children who feel like they need to big themselves up instead of actually learning. Humble people wont go around parading how woke they are, idiots will.

[@mnybags07]

Vinny Smh he's woke because of his open mind. I'm sure there are things that we disagree with. The fact that he goes out to seek knowledge and build HIS OWN perspective shows that he's woke. Don't be mad my brotha just wake up. Nobody is here bragging about themselves being woke. Denzel paid homage to those who are. What's wrong with that??

[@248fig]

" shine your light so the world can seeeee" straight wisdom

[@reginasmith6276]

he shined it, didn't he :)

[@jaimesmith2266]

My absolute favorite song by him it takes to a whole new spirit level i feel so inspired when i hear that song it makes me want to shine.

[@marl745]

Watched this with my 9 year old and he was thoroughly impressed and excited about the information Mos Def was discussing. Then i let him hear mathematics...he was blown away! ✊✊✊

[@pkaydennis]

marl745 9??

[@frock-a-fellainc.2567]

Lmao right there's some heavy shit in mathematics that a 9 year old wouldn't understand

[@marl745]

Uhhh...dont over think it. If you take the time and break down the simpler concepts a 9 yr old could understand(who also happens to be an advanced math student) you can also show them how hip-hop can be entertaining while also being thought provoking with complex bars far beyond the BS they may typically hear(aka, not mainstream). Thats all this was...so again, youre way overthinking it.

[@brockhopkins8408]

I think Mos was really the first underground hip-hop guy I came about while I was a member of Zune around 9 or 10. Definitely love the path I went down musically after finding him.

[@solarpanel8195]

parenting done right. now let them watch the documented findings of former FBI chief Ted Gunderson, and William Cooper, and Nikola Tesla ...

[@hnpet4245]

I feel like I'm the only South African who never got to meet him while he was here and it's been almost a life long dream. He's the reason why I love rap so much. Conscious rap.

[@cdavis4036]

Follow on Instagram @1causey

[@shaun1728]

Met him and his kid in seapoint promenade, really cool guy

[@kajja27]

Hlumelo Petros yes he's my favorite mc I love him

[@edwardmaphumulo3599]

I met the dude too bra, at Mzoliz Place in CPT, It was special.

[@melindacekiso6165]

I can imagine doll

[@MB-mg6ky]

This is epic . Appreciate y'all giving us this interview ! Mos is a legend!

[@Victoria-bo9xk]

merk b g

[@yudahel8521]

Wish it could've been without Ebro

[@kwakuagyeman6188]

Yudah El Ebro handled this interview well

[@vicstone8817]

Mos Def is a certified legend much love

[@vickieabdulhafith8633]

Don't Believe the HIPE..... America we can be better. "Good to see Brother Mos Def"

[@theateroftheabsurd2168]

Crazy how my dude can step away for 10 years come back and still have a huge fan base... Shows you how powerful this mans art is

[@thatdude3977]

Or rap is trash 😂

[@MichaelXboxEvolved]

Best interview this year.

[@NuEleven]

I agree! Nothing but wisdom.

[@williejackson8499]

+100 Tracks Or Deal agreed

[@Niwde8411]

+beastly That nigga don't rep Moors properly.

[@consciouscool]

Soo talented, MADE it not only being dope, made it spitting jewels. +1 to the fact Chinese trade, build schools and roads put back the ground the way they found it. The chiefs are like ok, now we have roads and schools, our next generation will be good.

[@damiun79]

Niwde8411 he's humble and how or what do you know of moors? He's doing business in his in moorish appellation not in and out of jail. What is your point?

[@ap9388]

"Don't talk about traveling. GO." Totally influenced me to just go travel whenever where ever in my little Volkswagen

[@gitgenKE]

After it all, you're just going in circles.

[@alexpalapa7603]

I caught Mos use that MF Doom insert. " Put on a shirt. This isn't Chippendales Tryouts." He stays reppin Doom!

[@knee-colayo-kitc104]

Ghost Andretti outta work jerks since they shut down Chippendales!

[@mrbreadandnutella]

DOOM*

[@TacticalBaconYoutubeChannel]

Remember all caps when you spell the mans name

[@CULTUREMUSIK]

Mos Def always dropping those gems, deep!!!!!

[@chancregister2714]

C.U.L.T.U.R.E facts

[@CULTUREMUSIK]

@Chanc' Register check this out kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3WmYmh5etRgr5o

[@astridvalentine6796]

I'm from Cape town I bumped into him at the waterfront it was so amazing to meet one of the great rappers and I love his movies too. He was so humble and very nice. I just wanted to keep talking to him but i respected his family and moved on. I really must say it was an honour. I am happy you made it home. I was also in New York #shout out to Brooklyn 💗💗💗💗💗

[@pmambongwe8640]

Ow so his entire family was here?

[@blvkmirror8388]

I'm still listening to Black on both sides in 2017...I need another Black Star album like i need another Outkast album for the love of Hip Hop, but i won't hold my breath.

[@starthaunruly]

Jedi King Pudge FACTS. black on both sides is a certified classic and a flawless hip hop album

[@erickford1624]

More relevant than ever.

[@vernellthomas6644]

Jedi King Pudge Agreed

[@CookinCrack]

Somebody put me on to some mos def tracks

[@skootermcirish]

Jedi King Pudge I don't care I been holding my breath since I heard "Fix Up Look Sharp"

[@BrothaAbstract]

We need you Mos! Not just musically, we need his insight. The game has definitely been missing his presence.

[@PickeringSamuel]

BrothaAbstract mos definitely

[@MrKDubya21]

I love hearing him talk..

[@_JustLucky]

Kavin Williams ditto

[@MrKDubya21]

Lynn Coppage afraid not..

[@carolmurphy99]

Kavin Williams FACTS..these young dumb punks know nothing..respect!!

[@fellowmen1581]

"Memories don't live like people do, they always remember you"

[@jeremiahwoodsi4202]

I love that song what's the name of that again

[@montoyamontoya579]

@@jeremiahwoodsi4202 Travellin man

[@sibusiso_siyer]

" Whether things are good or bad.....it's just the memories "

[@sacredascension5366]

I LOVE Yasiin Bey. None other like him. The class, talent, intelligence, sensitivity and wisdom is simply unmatched in Hip Hop and beyond. Keep it up Bro!

[@kundodamyth]

Yasiin your music is much needed today brother.

[@crisleroi299]

TSUrez We got Joey Badass...

[@nikolabarackov9843]

+Cris LeRoi joeys lyricism isnt comparable to mos defs

[@frock-a-fellainc.2567]

Nikola Barackov Very few artists has comparable lyricism to Mos tho

[@Quoya.]

I still listen to his music ☺

[@kingplaya]

"Shine your light for the 🌍 to see"

[@dasun13]

King Playa TM I want black people to be free

[@l00pdigga42]

my umi say shine yo light on the wooooorld...

[@yudahel8521]

I want Melanated people to rule the world. I'm tired of us being ruled

[@MiamiMike247]

Yudah El you and me both bruh... we neex to repatriate.

[@starsareangels]

except the world isn't a globe or round :)

[@kylahbryant5725]

I cannot believe it took me so long to watch this and I am not even half way through the interview. I have had questions regarding my situation and I believe God set this in place for me to watch at this time. I will be watching multiple times.

[@Orenishii29]

"Aye Sharice...You can do better." Like...he called America...Sharice. Love this dude. This interview was great. So much perspective. So much knowledge...and many bombs were dropped.

[@Renzov12]

Thank God this man is free. Ppl acted like they didn't even know who Mos Def was. Everyone forgot. I remember Kanye showed him love when he was locked up. Good to see a legend feeling good and back in the states.

[@yudahel8521]

Thank God he's home

[@LaidbackNarration3000]

Saw Mos def downtown brooklyn almost a decade ago , he was clean as shit ,in personal homeboy face is tough as nails (tough as in fierce) ppl shouted him out he saluted in response ,Good dude

[@SolidSnake240]

This interview is important.

[@Luther730]

Afro Shinobi Very

[@MoneyOverFame]

Afro Shinobi couldn't have said it any better.

[@DclGamingPurple]

Berserk

[@McCabeH9]

I love this dude’s mind so much; his heart is pure his truth is magic. Yasin - i’ll keep my eyes open and my mind thinking - my only hope is you keep presenting the issues we need to see and consider. Peace

[@b7k1l8yn]

"love the culture but what it looks like is that the technical process around it.has surrounded it so that the only people who really benefit off of the culture are the algorithms.” ~Mos Def Deepest shit I've heard so far about the state Hip Hop.. Please Overstand this!!

[@tonayachapman3498]

I JUST SCREAMED. Nigga, Yasiin don't be doing intervews, and y'all got an hour out of him! Thank you Hot 97!!!!!!!!!! I love you niggas for this!

[@jamaalpenn5167]

lol i think he knew he needed to at such a time as this

[@Ayplus]

Jaw dropped when I saw this title. . .

[@mizzyfit_334]

a lot of ppl sleep on this man.

[@godscience7821]

MizzY Moss word. Ecstatic was a classic album to me

[@SoundTasteLifestyle]

MizzY Moss top 5 easy. My favorite tho

[@randomdroyd3098]

because a lot of ppl sleeping in general; his statements, and notions are like teachings, but ain't nobody got time for that since they too busy gettin' xan'd & molly'd out. But respect on Mr. Yasiin, from a nobody like me.

[@KELLENKASH]

Riqqq Samson you the only one laughing cause you are the 🏆🥉of lame.

[@mnybags07]

Riqqq Samson Damn I feel bad for you smh

[@garygilkes9130]

Great rapper. hell of an actor. fantastic poet.

[@melindacekiso6165]

that comment about what u read in the news papers and what is on the ground is totally different things.... LOVE THAT. Love Mos Def....... thank u for saying nice things about South Africa even after the whole experience.

[@demgutts]

I need to eat whatever mos def eating, dude gained like 2 wrinkles in 20 years. Damn near still looks the same.

[@captainfresh1976]

dem gutts haha you can vegetables chicken and lots of water you’ll be fine

[@tonytortilla5340]

IM WEAK AHAHA

[@rallyrockss]

dem gutts fast once a month and submit yourself to the Almighty Love 1

[@yousufmimou4053]

Black don’t crack

[@alamdaali8776]

Vegetables. real vegetables. eat it. everyday

[@cpressley57]

Interview of the year right here. So many jewels dropped

[@darrylinhorne5550]

I absolutely love him and his way of thinking.

[@EscoSar]

Darrylin Horne Like You and I, He is Godly Type. 😉

[@jjcchy]

Man...this was a great interview. Mos Def dropped alot of science. I wish all of our artistes were this well rounded.

[@Chumchum339]

Perfect definition of an American who’s been to Africa! Informative take!

[@ejohnson5316]

1 HOUR IS NOT LONG ENOUGH!!!! OMG 😩

[@tonysmith1997]

Ebony Johnson yes it is lol

[@ejohnson5316]

Tony Smith no the hell it ain't!! The information inside his head is enough for three documentaries! He is too deep for only one hour!

[@Diablowww]

Ebony Johnson hahahahha word up girl

[@TheKondinho]

He's so right about being of African descent and going to Africa for the first time. It just feels different. I felt something soon as I stepped off the plane. Indescribable. Beautiful.

[@TheKondinho]

well I mean they didn't ask to be there.

[@patutu]

i like how he spoke about how this generation is today, we always try to blame someone or something instead of changing our own negative behavior thats toxic to the environment. well said.

[@Bawla187]

I don't watch this channel often but, THE BEST INTERVIEW THEY'VE DONE THIS YEAR!!

[@youngiverson6228]

I'm a travellin' man

[@nothandonongcebo8176]

I made a mixtape from that joint

[@zakibey7]

Mason

[@LupeJustinian]

It's The Mighty Mos Def

[@starthaunruly]

LupeJustinian it’s simple mathematics

[@lynxcane]

+XSTATIC check it out

[@dasun13]

dealing in my cipher I revolve around science

[@starthaunruly]

dasun13 what are talking about here

[@richardnelson38]

dasun13 big ghostface

[@MzSoulll]

you gave the people what they needed! this interview is golden.

[@ceedee1794]

one the dopest interviews i've seen in a while...

[@user-jz9jw3xf3q]

The one and only Mos Def! love him and his free spirit.

[@chasemoobs3146]

Mos def don’t age 💪🏽 we must protect mos def at all cost

[@zohcold]

Mos man - he need to start a youtube channel and teach about behaviors - he is very knowledgeable.

[@montoya-400]

Look for Jacque Fresco videos I swear if you're interested in this

[@toneriggz]

Too bad him and Talib never released a Black Star sequel album.

[@everydaydre1185]

Tone Riggz it was shelved by the label.

[@GantzIsSloppy]

neva too late tho

[@KingManifesto]

Their second album "Black Star Galactica" was scheduled to drop in 2002, but after getting pushed back numerous times, the album got shelved due to their label (Rawkus) folding up.

[@darianborneo2236]

Phelix InnGoodCompany Still could happen

[@son-ofblack-king2187]

Tone Riggz they did. It was an EP

[@pilotperry4525]

One of my favorite rappers, he's to me what 2pac is to everyone else. I wish he would do an album with No ID, or Flying Lotus.

[@thetony8959]

Wow Fire Interview!! Dope dude. Brooklyn dudes get busy. Probably one of the best interviews that I've witnessed on so many levels.

[@808sndHeartAke]

I could listen to him talk all day.. his intellect is so worldly open and his mind is so powerful.. Best interview 🖤🖤🖤

[@ayindefrederick]

So many jewels in this interview. We needed this talk!

[@faithful2myfreedom934]

If Hot 97 can produce more interviews like this I might just get back on board with them 👏🏾👏🏾

[@IrresistibleWitch]

Ebro gotta shut up like he did with this interview.

[@starsareangels]

No one cares if you get back on board or not

[@tolotolo1737]

steppa money lmao you're asleep. wake up.

[@PDGAF]

I hear you sis. No Rosenberg, just Melanin. I can do with/or without LS, but at least she keeps quiet and doesn't interrupt the flow. P

[@tolotolo1737]

steppa money mine or yours? quit playing

[@Dologaming24]

"you go to the pirate's house, of course It's laid out. he got everything he stole from everybody else In there."

[@Realitybit]

Bryant Fluker so vital this comment

[@TheTonistarks]

I best quote in this whole interview

[@nonealike]

Idaliz De Leon still vital

[@alvarogarrido7313]

Im sorry but i don't know too much English and I don't know what "laid out" means in this context, can you help me?

[@princejay9661]

@@alvarogarrido7313 laid out means your house or property has items of high value

[@stevenajao2369]

One of the best interviews ever. Almost ran out of baskets tryna collect all the gems Def was dropping

[@littleteme78]

Always good to hear and see positive vibes coming from Yasiin Bey. I appreciate how he keeps reiterating beings world conscience and educating one's self outside of the mainstream media hype. I pray The Eternal keep him and positive activists/artists out here who are making a difference for the better. Side note loved "We're going to get it popping in a few, but first we have to take care of some human issues. We appreciate your energy and idea." Had me ROTFL

[@lpkid2]

Thought provoking conversation. Good to see this

[@BillieDaveHart]

Glad To See Big Homie Back !!!

[@mikeyizo8133]

Yessin got so much wisdom in his conversation, Black light shine bright

[@MatrixxSoundlab]

This was an EXCELLENT EXCELLENT interview!

[@philosophy20]

Gave ma guy J.I.D. a SUPER STAMP @ 41:00! Much respect Mos! J.I.D. got talent, he on his way!

[@hueycotton]

This aged well

[@jcalrissian]

Yo Mos Def could wrap this interview up and make this his next album and I'll buy it

[@yoitsgiook]

John C. Williams I was thinking the same thing

[@sean24833]

The original pretty flocko

[@Ruffsecs]

sean24833 facts!

[@anzwarthegreat9489]

sean24833 facts!

[@crisleroi299]

sean24833 Joey Badass too...I love Joey tho.

[@jahbless2114]

Cris LeRoi u mean asap

[@swagboy4075]

Pretty flacko senior

[@BklynBless]

Perfect timing 💯 very necessary!

[@iiicuuubreathingfullyoohoohooh]

57:13 "Leadership is about getting people to join with you... where people really benefit."

[@OPTIMYSTIK2013]

One of the most talented brothers on Earth

[@EricDGNY]

16 Blocks is one of my favorite movies

[@cutup1]

Eric DG Word!

[@brandonblackfyre5783]

Eric DG movie was dope hes had some other good ones tho

[@djtimspaceking8306]

Eric DG yes me too its such a good movie

[@TheDarkman1977]

Best interview I've seen all year. Intelligent, honest and insightful.

[@thatniggaghost83]

Mos Def doesn't get his credit he deserves in this rap game & his acting on the Chappelle Show was funny as fuck..

[@zohcold]

That Nigga Ghost True story bro - but i dont even think Mos Def wants the attention or credit.

[@sosman747]

Pray to god he don't drop that yellow cake

[@fellowmen1581]

"We the black delegation..."

[@thatniggaghost83]

Shuayb The Activist Don't drop that shit lol 😂

[@GantzIsSloppy]

very mature Rondell

[@cachaygreen6886]

I cant wait to go to Africa❤❤❤

[@nothandonongcebo8176]

Hahaha 😂 woza(come to) kwaMashu .. Lol your ancestors were probably stolen from around where I live

[@sowwhatlxxxvii]

Such wisdom. This man is of such value. God bless my bro. I appreciate what you're doing.

[@1SauceyChick]

This interview just made me love him even more!

[@ATLCPA]

Welcome back Mos. Shed the light on us. Intelligence and confidence.....can't be denied.

[@Dribbletotheleft]

Jewels on jewels on jewels on jewels on jewels. This interview is important. Most important interview I've seen recently. No disrespect to Elliot Wilson and Jay, but this is more important.

[@12poprocks]

Mos Def For President!

[@ronash2031]

Best interview......I've seen, in some time......MEMORABLE MOMENT IN TIME.....44year old, MIGHTY MOS DEF INTERVIEW ON HOT97.......👑📿✊✌📿👑!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@kvn1718]

Great interview as always from Yasiin Bey

[@businest1172]

Mos Def is hip hop.....

[@foreverbp1]

Black on Both Sides and The Ecstatic are two of my favorite albums! Cant wait to see him rip the stage on Sep 9th😆

[@HamzaDavis]

J.Alaia ATL where the playas dwell. Gonna be epic!

[@LordZevv]

J.Alaia SPEEEEEEDD BAAAAAAALLLL!!!

[@JWill951]

I'm going to be there too. I can't wait. I hope he brings out Talib Kweli. That would be even more epic.

[@dabadc]

Quiet Dog Bite Hard! Life in Marvelous Times!

[@PeacefulWretch]

Circling back to this interview in 2024🙏🏾

[@anekap6010]

Speak the real truth Yasiin Bey (Mos Def)! Dope interview.

[@pemphokafoteka5576]

Deep and epic. Loved watching an OG break it down

[@jsexplosion]

EVERY TIME I SEE HIM I THINK OF THE MOVIE "BROWN SUGAR"

[@shanti9052]

JS Explosion Word, love when he told Queen Latifa your food was delicious and nutritious 😩😂😂😂

[@ejohnson5316]

Omg 😂😂😂 my favorite part is when he was like " The woods? Two dudes? Fog?....naw" 😂😂

[@vincentgarrett1937]

JS Explosion I think of, " something the lord made "

[@bkzfinest626]

Lmfaooo classic movie, love that shit

[@Orenishii29]

"we don't know where they gooooiiiiing...come on man". LOVE that scene! LOL

[@Ky8d]

Legend

[@leylafiliz9478]

Definitely a must watch, best interview I've seen in a long time where the guest can actually speak their mind in complete thoughts/sentences without being interrupted, Amazing!!! Needs to happen more often. Admire you Yasiin Bey... every second is thought provoking and concise, thank you!

[@proseminded]

Beyond his contributions to hip hop, Yasiin Bey is a truly inspiring HUMAN. Look beyond the symbol...you can truly learn something from this man's wisdom. Bless up!

[@OurPerez]

Ok this brotha is AMAZING!!!

[@mannyfresh973]

Answering the door in your jordans! Lmaooo speaking facts! Love mos even more after this interview! #MusicJunkie

[@MartyMcFly__25]

Mos def better not get a single dislike. This is a true Mc and Legend.

[@kisuryouri334]

Jaleel Thompson unnecessary

[@rahmelleerobinson4416]

Jaleel Thompson Got 21 of them shits actually 😢😢

[@wormsali]

Jaleel Thompson .they gone hate just cuz u said that ha

[@jman1562001]

where the music tho???

[@ejohnson5316]

Tim Davis the music has already been made! People are more than what you know them for! He is and always will be a legend

[@fraserm89]

He's really dropping gems in this interview!!

[@freshfingers]

this is legit the best interview ON ANY PLATFORM in years,no word of an exaggeration there. very conceptual and thought awakening, without forcing you to see his POV. definitely knows what he is talking about. you can see how knowledge truly fulfils your essence. big ups Mos