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Music.
Welcome to this week's IndieArtist, music Hustle, with
Blonde Intelligence.
I'm your host, ms Brunny, and Ialways seek to give you a
twisted cranium repertoire.
This week I was watching one ofmy favorite YouTubers, which is
Noctil.
He's a white guy that doesreally good breakdowns of
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hip-hop music and I mean he gota large following.
So many of you probably knowwho he is, but he was doing a
review on DaBaby and I think hedone like some type of freestyle
there was three different beatsbut DaBaby killed it and I was
like no, when I first heard ofhim it was like I remember the
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music, but mostly known for whathappened with him and Danny Lay
.
So to me this was refreshingthat he's in hip-hop news
because of his talent.
So I want to talk about thatand how he paid homage to
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Kendrick in the song and howanother Canadian artist was
saying that Drake took parts ofthis Nokia song from him and it
wasn't the first time, but hey,we'll talk about it a little bit
.
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In the dynamic world of hip hop,drake's recent release Nokia
represents not only a musicalendeavor but also a complex
interplay of artistic integrityand legal challenges.
The controversy surroundingallegations of copying work
created by another Canadianartist highlights the delicate
balance between inspiration andappropriation in music.
Or, as Kendrick stated inEuphoria you're not a rap artist
, you're a scam artist.
You're not a rap artist, you'rea scam artist.
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This situation is particularlyironic considering Drake's
ongoing legal battle with UMG,which questions the very
principles he seems to underminein his latest work.
Drake's imitation of KendrickLamar's dance moves in the
Squabble Up video, as well asduring the Super Bowl halftime
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show, serves as a symbol of thiscontradiction.
By drawing from Lamar'sartistic expression, dre risked
diluting the originality thatdefined the true artist, and
some of the people who was doingreviews and breakdowns were
saying, if this was the way thathe wanted it to hit, then this
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didn't do it.
And I know that there was likesome type of beef between Drake
and Kai Sanat because he didn'tlike what Drake done for this
video, for the visuals, and hewas like I should have directed
it.
It needed this, it needed that.
But sometimes people need to beable to take constructive
criticism instead of alwaystrying to, I guess, be a troll,
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because I don't know if drakecan even, or if he even realizes
what he is doing.
Drake risks diluting theoriginality that defines a true
artist, is this telling drakethat he is not a true artist.
If he is known and continues tobite off others in the industry
, what does that make him?
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Because it does not sound likea true art.
This mimicry, juxtaposed withhis legal issues, raises
critical questions about theauthenticity of his artistry.
Are these actions a reflectionof a deeper insecurity regarding
his creative output or do theysignify a calculated strategy to
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remain relevant in a rapidlychanging industry?
Kendrick did say the famousactor we once knew is now
spiraling and moving just like adegenerate.
So it's like the move thatyou're making.
Do you think that you'recalculated?
I mean, how are you expectingfor people to take this?
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It's like you lost the battle,the rap battle.
Okay, it's like time to move on, but what's making this to me
so historic, besides the legalbattle, is the fact that he's
not having any awareness.
Are you not reading thecomments, are you not?
I mean, I know that there's areal world, and then there's the
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entertainment world, butthere's a real world and then
there's the entertainment world,but in real world.
What do you really think isgoing on?
Do you actually think that youare winning?
No-transcript, no.
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Moreover, the implications ofborrowing from fellow musicians
provoke a broader discussionabout the hip-hop genre itself.
The genre has historicallythrived on sampling and
collaboration, yet theboundaries of acceptable
influence are continually tested, tested.
So it's like it's cool to use asample and pay for that sample
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or remake or whatever, but youis not cool to.
Oh, I saw what he does, I likethis, I'm gonna use this for
myself and nobody's gonna sayanything because they're a
smaller artist to me.
Going in with those intentionsis you're asking for the karma
that is coming back to your ass.
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Critics argue that when artistslike Drake cross these lines,
they not only jeopardize theirreputation but also challenge
the very foundations of the hiphop culture, also challenged the
very foundations of the hip-hopculture.
The irony of Drake's situationis further compounded by his
public persona.
Known for his emotionalvulnerability and introspective
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lyrics, his actions in Nokiaseem to be the blueprint to what
he has built his brand on.
The duality prompts listenersto question whether his latest
endeavors are genuinely artisticexpressions or mere attempts to
capitalize on controversy.
And that's what I was saying.
How do you think people arelooking at this?
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Because if he's just trying tocapitalize on controversy, then
he needs a new PR team, then heneeds a new PR team.
That's just in my opinion.
Drake's actions can indeed beinterpreted as a complex
interplay between his desire toconnect with Kendrick Lamar's
artistic influence and his ownstruggles with identity as an
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artist.
In recent collaborations andlimited references, drake
demonstrated an acknowledgementof kendrick's profound impact on
hip-hop.
For instance, drake talks takessubtle jabs at his
contemporaries whilesimultaneously showcasing his
lyrical prowess.
This duality reflects aninternal conflict.
He seeks to assert his identitywhile grappling with the weight
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of Kendrick's innovative styleand deep lyricism.
Furthermore, the moniker of thebiggest carrot in hip-hop
highlights the criticismsurrounding Drake's perceived
inconsistency and not beingauthentic.
Critics often point out to hisswitch between genres and styles
as evidence of a lack ofcommitment to originality.
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For example, when he moves fromrap to pop and tracks like One
Dance, it raises questions abouthis true artistic voice.
This inconsistency may stemfrom the pressure to compete in
a genre heavily influenced byKendrick's authenticity and
innovation.
Drake's struggle to remain hisunique voice is indicative of a
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broader issue within the hip-hopcommunity, and the issue is
balancing personal expressionwith industry expectations.
Kendrick represents a form ofartistry that emphasizes raw,
unfiltered storytelling,contrasting with Drake's more
commercial approach, as fans andcritics dissect Drake's musical
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choices, they often highlightmoments in his discography that
suggests a yearning to connectwith the deeper emotional
narratives that kindred embodies.
I don't know if this is true orif I agree with it, but I do
think that in many forms, drakeis showing that he really you
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know, remember that, uh, somelike Mike I like to be like Mike
everybody was talking about oneof the videos like Michael
Jordan.
I think, in some off-puttingway, drake is really admiring
Kendrick, but for some reason hecannot let go of, I would say,
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the traumatic experience,because it was traumatic for him
.
I believe Everybody said it.
You know some people laugh, butI think that it's more to the
actions, because earlier, I know, I said that he needed to get a
new PR team, but on the flipside of it, he might need to
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listen to his PR team andconstructive criticism.
So, um, I can tell that this isemotional.
I can tell that he's not reallyready to talk about it.
He's mad and he want to fightabout it, but it's like the
fight is over.
So, um, I feel like the peoplearound him need to try to get
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him the support that he needs.
He don't need to keep pressingtowards.
I don't even know if it'sfulfilling contractual
obligations at this point, butwe're going to move to the baby.
So, on the other hand, thebaby's recent freestyle with
father love serves as a powerfultestament to his admiration for
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kendrick lamar's artisticlegacy, while simultaneously
forging his own unique identityin the hip-hop landscape.
Because, although he was givinghomage to kendrick, he was
still saying that he was thebest and nobody is better than
him.
Although he ran with them, he'sstill the best, and that's how
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hip-hop is.
And I think that was thereference that Kendrick made
when he was like I pray thaty'all are my friends, if not,
then I'm.
I'm YMW Nelly.
Because he was like no, we cando this good, and you know we'll
still be all right, or I canreally just destroy you, and I
don't think again that Drakeread the room, but anyway, in
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the episode 200.
And I cannot remember the nameof the podcast.
I'm so sorry, but I remember itwas episode 200 because the
baby made me remember.
In episode 200, his lyricaldexterity is on full display as
he seamlessly weaves intricatewordplay and personal narratives
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into his verses.
This creative delivery not onlycaptivated his audience, but
also reflected the essence ofwhat hip-hop fans crave
Authentic artistry thatchallenges the status quo.
One of the most strikingaspects of the baby's freestyle
is his ability to pay homage toKendrick Lamar without merely
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imitating him.
For instance, he incorporatesKendrick's complex rhyme schemes
and storytelling techniques,while infusing his own
experiences and perspectives,because he liked to talk a lot
about the women.
Stop it, boy.
Stop it about the women.
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This blend of influencesexemplifies how artists can
honor their predecessors whilestill carving out their own path
.
By doing so, dababy highlightsthe positive impact Kendrick has
had on his peers, encouragingthem to innovate rather than to
replicate.
Furthermore, dababy'sengagement with the musical
elements of Squabble Upshowcases his versatility and
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understanding of the genre.
He skillfully manipulates thebeat, demonstrating a keen sense
of timing and rhythm thatcomplements his lyrical content.
This synergy between heat andlyricism is crucial in hip-hop,
as it enhances the overalllistening experience and
underscores the artist's message.
Dababy's ability to create thisbalance reinforces his status
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as a formidable artist in theindustry.
Additionally, his confidentdelivery and dynamic performance
style serves to energize theaudience, creating an atmosphere
of excitement and engagement.
This is particularly importantin live performances, where the
artist's ability to connect withthe fans can significantly
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impact their reception.
Dababy's charisma and stagepresence further exemplify his
growth as an artist, showcasinghis commitment to pushing
boundaries within the genre.
Kendrick Lamar has indeedraised the bar for hip-hop
delivery, and DaBaby's responseserves as a reminder of the
genre's potential for creativityand innovation.
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The contrast between Drake'slegal dispute and DaBaby's
artistic homage illustrate abroader narrative within hip-hop
, where the best artists elevatethe genre through thoughtful
expression and skillfulexecution.
The contrasting actions ofDrake and the Baby reveal the
complexities of artisticexpression within the hip-hop
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community.
While Drake's actions mayappear contradictory, they
prompt important discussionsabout the nature of inspiration
and imitation in music.
Meanwhile, dababy's homage toKendrick Lamar serves as a
beacon of hope for the future ofhip-hop, encouraging artists to
strive for authenticity andoriginality in their work.
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