
 The Breakfast Club INTERVIEW: Talib Kweli Talks Conscious Rap, Kanye's Rhetoric, The Dark Side Of Hip Hop, New Album + More
 Oct 28, 2024 
 Talib Kweli, a conscious hip-hop artist celebrated for his impactful lyrics, dives into the evolution of conscious rap and his latest album. He discusses the pressures artists face in maintaining creative freedom while catering to commercial demands. The conversation touches on the shifting dynamics of the music industry, the role of social media in political discourse, and the complexities of hip-hop culture, including accountability and legacy. Kweli also honors the contributions of influential artists, reflecting on hip-hop's profound legacy. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 3min 
 Navigating Confidence in Hip-Hop Artistry 
 02:51 • 13min 
 The Evolving Music Industry Landscape 
 15:35 • 10min 
 Navigating Social Media and Artistic Identity 
 25:41 • 6min 
 Navigating Political Discourse and Hip-Hop Culture 
 32:01 • 24min 
 Celebrating Hip-Hop's Legacy and Recognition 
 55:41 • 2min 
 The Dangerous Pursuit of Truth in Journalism 
 57:26 • 2min 

