Cordae on New Album "From A Birds Eye View", Losing Weight, Working with Eminem and Juice Wrld

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Chapters & Sections (135)

00:00 Welcome and Initial Reflections chapter 3
00:00 Host Welcome and Guest Arrival
00:30 Guest Introduction and Early Career Mention
01:01 Defining the Album Title
01:32 Bird's Eye View Concept and Self‑Reflection chapter 3
01:32 Challenges of Perspective as Popularity Grows
02:02 Self‑Critical Reflection During Production
02:33 Apology and Growth Through Perspective
03:34 Album Creation During the Pandemic chapter 4
03:34 Pandemic Influence on Songwriting
04:06 Personal Tragedy and Emotional Transmutation in Music
04:37 Structuring the Album with an Outro
05:09 Brother’s Influence and Personal Connection
05:40 Recording Process and Personal Pressure chapter 3
05:40 Balancing Intuition and Calculated Moves in Recording
06:12 Maintaining Heart While Avoiding Overanalysis
06:42 Pressure to Elevate Artistic Growth
07:14 Personal Growth Through Reflection chapter 3
07:14 Reflecting on Personal Evolution
07:44 Balancing Creation and Life Events
08:15 Legacy Building Through Music
08:46 Creative Process and Legacy Planning chapter 1
08:46 Financial Diversification and Learning
09:16 Travel, Inspiration, and Cultural Exploration chapter 5
09:16 Spiritual Journey to Ghana
09:47 Observing Artists' African Connections
10:18 Daily Songwriting and Vision Mapping
10:49 Balancing Studio Work with Life Experiences
11:20 Deep Reflection and Duality Themes
11:51 Songwriting as Personal Narrative chapter 3
11:51 School Memories Inspiring a Song
12:22 Personal Storytelling in Music
12:54 Song Creation as Emotional Chronicle
13:24 Collaborations and Industry Relationships chapter 2
13:24 Choosing Collaborators Strategically
13:55 Natural Collaboration with Gunna
14:26 Collaborations and Creative Balance chapter 2
14:26 Support from Close Friends and Collaborators
14:58 Balancing Different Artistic Relationships
15:28 Motivation, Fear, and Gratitude in Music Creation chapter 2
15:28 Motivation vs. Fear in Creative Process
16:01 Gratitude as a Tool to Reduce Fear
16:31 Influences and Early Exposure to Hip-Hop chapter 3
16:31 Influence of Hip-Hop Legends and Personal Style
17:04 Perception of Music as a Child of Hip-Hop
17:35 Exploring Inspirations and Musical Roots
18:06 Personal Growth, Writing Process, and Job History chapter 4
18:06 Early Childhood Fascination with Rap Culture
18:38 First Writing Attempts and Development of Rapping Skills
19:39 Balancing Jobs, Music, and Personal Life
20:10 Keeping Music Private During Early Career
21:41 Early Touring Experience with Juice WRLD chapter 2
21:41 First Tour with Juice WRLD
22:13 Sharing the Bus and Budgeting
22:43 Personal Relationship and Freestyling Sessions chapter 2
22:43 Freestyle Sessions on Tour
23:14 Live Freestyling and Skill Comparison
24:16 Reaction to Juice WRLD’s Passing chapter 1
24:16 Learning About Juice’s Passing
25:17 Reflections on Loss and Legacy chapter 2
25:17 Emotional Response to the News
26:19 Documentary Viewing Experience
27:50 Personal Growth and Future Goals chapter 2
27:50 Live Instagram Tribute
28:20 Personal Reflections on Loss and Family
28:53 Reflections on Success and Recognition chapter 2
28:53 Ego vs. Humility in Awards Talk
29:24 Conversations with DJ Quick About Emotional Moments
29:55 Personal Growth and Gratitude Moments chapter 3
29:55 Balancing Gratitude and Complacency
30:25 Radio Career and Scheduling Challenges
30:56 Calendar Management and Personal Reflection
31:27 Live Performance Passion and Audience Connection chapter 3
31:27 Festival Performance Energy
31:57 Impact of Live Shows on Fans and Earnings
32:29 Personal Investment in Show Production
33:01 Investment in Live Show Production chapter 3
33:01 Technical and Lighting Focus for Live Experience
33:32 Fan Appreciation and Gratitude Moments
34:03 Passion for Live Performance and Handling Setbacks
34:34 Behind the Scenes and Fan Appreciation chapter 1
34:34 Audience Experience and Award Show Reflections
35:37 Live Performance Experiences and Instrumentation chapter 2
35:37 Discussing Live Beast Performances
36:08 Instrument Proficiency and Event Types
36:38 Music Production, Mixing, and Audience Feedback chapter 3
36:38 Mixing Quality and Fan Critique
37:09 Handling Social Media Feedback
37:40 Post-Release Content Strategy
38:11 Artist Confidence, Vulnerability, and Release Strategy chapter 3
38:11 Nervousness and Confidence in Album Release
38:41 Seeking Genuine Feedback from Collaborators
39:11 College Listening Sessions Setup
39:42 Engaging College Audiences and Live Listening Sessions chapter 4
39:42 Engaging Audience During Live Play
40:13 Handling Feedback and Confidence Post-Performance
40:44 Creative Inspiration from Influences
41:15 Balancing Artistic Integrity and Audience Reception
41:47 Creative Process, Inspiration, and Personal Philosophy chapter 2
41:47 Defining Personal Creative Identity
42:18 Goal-Oriented Mindset and Writing Process
42:49 Vision Boards and Goal Tracking chapter 2
42:49 Setting Vision Board Goals
43:21 Reviewing Past Achievements
43:52 Recognition and Industry Credibility chapter 2
43:52 Industry Recognition and Peer Praise
44:24 Tour Schedule and Creative Process
44:57 Tour Planning and Creative Drive chapter 2
44:57 Songwriting Inspiration and Authenticity
45:27 Album Creation and Personal Growth
46:00 Weight Loss Journey for a Magazine Cover chapter 2
46:00 Motivation from Magazine Cover Goal
46:31 Weight Loss Experience and Confidence Boost
47:03 Early Group Experiences and Name Evolution chapter 5
47:03 Early Group Formation and Collective Identity
47:34 Transition from Youth Groups to Solo Career
48:06 Collective Dynamics and Group Naming
48:37 Personal Name Evolution and Stage Identity
49:09 Early Influences and Naming Anecdotes
49:40 Personal Identity and Naming Stories chapter 2
49:40 Identity Confirmation with Family and Fans
50:11 Personal Reflections on Naming and Legacy
50:43 Artist Name and Random Facts chapter 3
50:43 Artist Name Apostrophe Discussion
51:14 Random Fact about Mom and Apostrophes
51:56 Eminem Verse Collaboration
52:48 Collaboration Process with Eminem chapter 3
52:48 Record Building Process
54:00 Song Selection Strategy
54:51 Habit Journal Routine
55:23 Daily Habits and Work-Life Balance chapter 1
55:23 Studio Work-Life Balance
56:25 Personal Relationships and Closing Thoughts chapter 2
56:25 Athlete vs Rapper Debate
57:30 Gratitude and Closing Remarks

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