Schoolboy Q on Kendrick Lamar’s Growth, Creating BLUE LIPS, Meeting Jay-Z, & Kobe’s Final Game
Mar 29, 2024
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Grammy-nominated rapper Schoolboy Q discusses connecting with TDE, creating BLUE LIPS, meeting Jay-Z, being at Kobe's final game, and NBA changes he would make as commissioner. Also, he talks about his college football career, Kendrick Lamar's influence, love for golf, and encounters with Kobe Bryant.
Schoolboy Q emphasizes the importance of connecting with Top Dawg Entertainment and his journey creating BLUE LIPS album.
The artist discusses the significant shift in music production process, focusing on efficient 4-hour sessions and continuous growth.
Personal and parenting challenges are candidly shared, highlighting the balance between art and family responsibilities.
Deep dives
Artist Process and Routine
The artist describes transitioning from long 12-hour studio sessions to more efficient 4-hour sessions focused on intense work. They believe in learning about themselves through the creative process and developing their craft continuously. Despite the love for music, they acknowledge struggles with neglecting personal relationships to focus on their art, emphasizing the need to find balance.
Evolution of Music Production
The artist highlights their evolution in music production, noting a shift from a 12-hour studio commitment to streamlined 4-hour sessions. They credit their team, including their engineer, for enhancing production quality. An in-depth discussion delves into the artist's learnings from the process, emphasizing the importance of continuous growth and adaptation in their music career.
Personal Growth and Parenting
The artist reflects on personal growth and parenting challenges faced during music production. They candidly discuss balancing their commitments to art and family, acknowledging past neglect while striving for better relationships. The artist shares poignant insights into maintaining a balance between artistic pursuits and family responsibilities.
Navigating Industry Challenges
The artist navigates industry challenges related to efficient music production and maintaining personal relationships. Reflecting on past experiences in the industry, they discuss the balance between artistic dedication and interpersonal connections. The artist's openness about struggles and growth signifies a commitment to personal and professional improvement.
LeBron James Acknowledges Artist's Album
Seeing LeBron James tweet about the artist's new album, 'Blue Lips,' was a significant moment. The artist expressed deep respect for LeBron's recognition, feeling honored by the acknowledgement. The artist marveled at LeBron's stature, feeling humbled by the interaction, highlighting the impact of such a moment.
Nostalgic Memories of Childhood Happy Places
The conversation shifts to childhood happy places, with each participant sharing their favorite spots. Memories of camping at Lake Lopez in San Luis Obispo and playing basketball near the beach in Newport or Laguna Beach evoke feelings of joy and family bonding. Recalling visits to an amusement park called Bullwinkles in Montclair brings a sense of nostalgia and fondness for cherished childhood experiences.
In this week's episode of Podcast P, Grammy-nominated rapper Schoolboy Q joins the show to share how he connected with TDE (10:40), creating his sixth studio album (20:15), BLUE LIPS, and playing it for his hip-hop idol, Jay-Z (31:35). Q also talks about how wild the night was when he attended Kobe's final game (1:01:04) and what changes he would make to the NBA if he was the commissioner (1:11:33).
