About this episodeKid Capri discusses his recent health recovery, his extensive touring history including a pivotal Madison Squa…AI summary
Kid Capri discusses his recent health recovery, his extensive touring history including a pivotal Madison Square Garden performance with Aaliyah, and his decision to produce, write, and perform his latest album independently to prove his artistic self-sufficiency. He emphasizes maintaining authenticity across generations by avoiding genre labels and focusing on universal appeal, while also highlighting his production legacy and his daughter's emerging music career.
Key takeaways 7
Kid Capri recovered from a serious illness (his second time catching it) and used a social media video of his condition to warn others about health risks, noting the experience was worse than his initial infection in March 2020.
His most life-changing tour experience was performing at Madison Square Garden for Aaliyah's Blood on the Tracks tour, where the physical force of the crowd's screaming created a wind effect he still discusses with Busta Rhymes.
He secured a spot on the RBRM (R&B Rhythm Masters) tour with Bobby Brown and Bell Biv Devoe after secretly promoting Michael Bivins' clothing line, demonstrating his belief in promoting artists behind the scenes.
For his new album, Capri chose to write, produce, and perform almost entirely alone (with only three guest features: his daughter Davina, RB artist Devel, and reggae artist Mr. Lex) to demonstrate he doesn't need to rely on others or chase trends.
He views the 'Slap Key' track as his most difficult song because it required balancing confidence with humility, using hard drums ('slap') against sad piano keys ('key') to force listeners to pay attention rather than just dance.
Capri has been touring consistently since 1988 (32 years) until the pandemic, which allowed him to focus on other ventures like clothing lines, real estate, and four additional albums before returning to selective touring in June 2021.
He produced the Fatback Band's 'Bang Bang' remix after his uncle Bill Curtis sent him the track; he improved the arrangement and drums, leading to significant success in Europe.
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“I wanted people to take care of itself... my message was don't trust nobody get yourself together stay away try to stand as much as you can”
▶ 0:35Kid Capri explaining why he posted a video of himself sick on social media despite regretting the attention it brought.
“I brought Busta Rhymes on stage with me... we felt people's breath screaming at us while we were on stage... that's when I knew I said yeah what I did is accept it because I've never seen a crowd go it was real”
Describing the visceral experience of performing at Madison Square Garden for Aaliyah.
“I'm a strong believer promoting people even if they don't know I'm promoting them... that defines who you are”
▶ 4:25Explaining how he got on the Bell Biv Devoe tour by secretly promoting Michael Bivins' clothing line.
“Slap key was the most difficult because I wanted to come across like I got it but I also want to come across humble... I'm talking to my man in the store... keeping it 150”
▶ 7:27Discussing the creative challenge of balancing confidence and humility in his lead single.
“I never liked going to people and saying yo I got beats let me get on your album... I never could get in the mode of doing that”
▶ 12:21Explaining why he rarely appears on other artists' albums and why he chose to do his own project independently.
Chapters & Sections (54)▼
0:00Kid Capri Discusses Health and Tour Experienceschapter2
0:00Update on Kid Capri's Health Status
0:49Artist Shares COVID-19 Experience and Tour Memories
2:09Touring and Performing with Deaf Comedy Jamchapter2
2:09Comedian's Career and Touring Experiences
3:00Busta Rhymes and Wind from Crowd
3:45Bobby Brown on Tour with Bell Biv Devoechapter3
3:45Heather Discusses Touring with Bell Biv Devoe
4:25Promoting People Behind Their Backs Positively
4:52Upcoming Music Tour Plans Discussed
5:21Artist Reflects on Tour and New Albumchapter2
5:21Grateful for Tour Experience with RBRM
5:59Artist Discusses Most Challenging Song
6:41Artist Reflects on Creative Process and Challengeschapter3
6:41Artist's Confidence in Their Work
7:09Conversational Tone and Party Atmosphere
7:34Artist Explains Song Title Slap Key
8:09Authenticity in Modern Rap Music Industrychapter3
8:09Discussion on Effective Attention Grabbing Techniques
8:34Citizens Kid Discusses Rap Game Evolution
9:00Artist Authenticity in Modern Music Industry
9:28Artist's Creative Approach to Music and Agechapter2
9:28Artist's Philosophy on Music and Inclusivity
10:22Artist's Creative Process and Album Goals
11:10Artist's Decision to Create Solo Albumchapter3
11:10Artist's Decision to Create Solo Album
11:48Independence and Self-Reliance
12:14Artist's Struggle with Self-Promotion and Respect
12:46Kid Capri Discusses His Production Careerchapter3
12:46Kid Capri Discusses His Production Career
13:15Collaborative Song Production Experiences
13:44Music Producer Credits Various Artists
14:10Reflecting on Years of Being on the Roadchapter3
14:10Reflecting on Career Priorities and Pandemic Impact
14:34Discussion of Kid Capri's Career Length
14:59Reflecting on Time Spent on the Road
15:30Artist's Pandemic Reflection and Career Shiftchapter2
15:30Artist's Pandemic Safety Precautions and Return
16:03Career Shift and Entrepreneurial Mindset
16:56Hip-Hop History and Personal Experienceschapter3
16:56Hip-Hop History and Legacy of King Tim III
17:43Remixing a Song for a European Artist
18:12Reggie's Story of Buying Mixtapes
18:49Sway and Reggie Discuss Old School Musicchapter2
18:49Fan Request for Old School Song
19:47Legendary DJ's Early Radio Success Story
20:37Music Industry Memories and Family Legacychapter3
20:37Personal Experience with Outcast Music Awards
21:08Nostalgic Moment with Swaying Tech in NYC
21:42Parent's Perspective on Child's Music Career
22:38Parent's Perspective on Child's Music Careerchapter3
22:38Woman's Musical Talent Recognized by Family Member
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