The Great Creators with Guy Raz
Macklemore: Why He Never Signed to a Label, His Struggle with Addiction, and Making Art that Means Something (2023)
Aug 29, 2023
Macklemore, the rapper who stayed independent, battled addiction, and made music that means something. They discuss his rise to fame without a label, commitment to sobriety, process of idea generation, navigating the challenges of the online music environment, and embracing imperfection in art.
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- Macklemore emphasizes the importance of addressing social issues in his music and staying true to his values as a white artist in a predominantly black art form.
- Despite the changing landscape of the music industry, Macklemore remains focused on creating music that makes people feel good and connects with them on a deeper level rather than chasing viral hits and TikTok trends.
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Macklemore, the popular rapper, discusses his journey in the music industry and the challenges he faces as a white artist in a predominantly black art form. He reflects on the concept of appropriation and the importance of addressing social issues in his music. Despite the changing landscape of the music industry, Macklemore remains focused on creating music that makes people feel good and connects with them on a deeper level.
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