Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin Will Smith
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Jul 12, 2023 
Will Smith, one of Hollywood's top actors and a former hip-hop artist, shares his journey from music to blockbuster films. He discusses how creativity intertwines with spirituality and storytelling, revealing the challenges of fame and the importance of humor. Will also highlights the significance of collective experiences, resilience in adversity, and the art of balancing business with creativity in filmmaking. With personal anecdotes, he reflects on the power of narratives in shaping identity and achieving personal growth.
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Smith's Spiritual Upbringing
- Will Smith was raised Christian, with his grandmother starting everything with prayer.
- He initially decided to keep his spirituality private, weaving it into his work implicitly rather than overtly.
Contribution and Collective Responsibility
- Smith's work has always been rooted in contribution and a sense of responsibility to others.
- He balances individual desires with his responsibility to the collective, influenced by his family's values.
Early Career and Unique Style
- Rick Rubin remembers enjoying Smith's first single, which sampled I Dream of Jeannie.
- Smith's self-deprecating style was unusual in hip-hop at the time, setting him apart.