Questlove Supreme QLS Classic: Chris Rock
Mar 23, 2020
Comedy legend Chris Rock talks about his early days in Brooklyn, his journey into comedy, and shares his opinion on the funniest person in any room. He also discusses his experiences in a neighborhood of drugs and music, encounters with Eddie Murphy, Spike Lee, and Tupac, and his upcoming tour and personal transformation.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Celebrity Guests and Chris Rock
04:03 • 10min
Working Low-Paying Jobs
13:55 • 16min
Growing Up in a Neighborhood of Drugs and Music
30:21 • 11min
Reminiscing about the Latin Quarter club and musical connections
41:07 • 4min
Reminiscing on Hip Hop Artists
45:01 • 8min
Encountering Eddie Murphy
53:10 • 17min
Meeting Spike Lee and Touring LA
01:10:10 • 9min
Conversation About Tupac's Shooting Location, Artists, and Comedy Peers
01:19:14 • 5min
Comedians and Career Trajectory
01:23:45 • 13min
The Impact of Atlanta
01:36:39 • 3min
Experiences on Saturday Night Live
01:39:53 • 18min
Chris Rock discusses upcoming tour and personal transformation
01:57:58 • 2min
Banking, Hilton hotels, and Learning Music: A Conversation
02:00:23 • 3min
Performers and Parenthood
02:03:28 • 16min
Choosing the Right Ending and Memorable Album Lines
02:19:14 • 5min
Musical Greatness and Irony in the Entertainment Industry
02:24:41 • 5min
Interactions with Prince
02:29:14 • 8min
Touring, Success, and Future Aspirations
02:37:02 • 23min
Audience Response, Comedy Seller, and Comedian Camaraderie
02:59:46 • 4min
A Funny Interaction with Chris Rock and the Show Sign-Off
03:03:35 • 2min