Nile Rodgers, a prominent musician and record producer, joins 'The Breakfast Club' to discuss his career and influence. Topics include their experiences with racism, Naomi Osaka's protest, hip hop influence, and the importance of self-care.
Nile Rodgers discusses his experiences in the music industry, including working with Madonna, creating the hit song 'We Are Family,' and his involvement in the Black Panther Party.
Nile's music, particularly songs like 'I'm Coming Out' and 'Good Times,' has had a significant influence on popular music culture.
Nile shares his encounters with racism, discussing incidents of having guns pulled on him and his involvement in the civil rights movement and the Black Panther Party.
Nile talks about working with Diana Ross and the creation of the hit song 'I'm Coming Out,' explaining its impact on her career.
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Nile Rodgers on Creating Hits and Collaborating with Artists
Nile Rodgers, the legendary musician, producer, and artist, talks about his experiences in the music industry, including working with Madonna, creating the hit song "We Are Family," and his involvement in the Black Panther Party.
Nile Rodgers on the Impact of His Music
Nile discusses the impact of his music, including the anthems "I'm Coming Out" and "Good Times," and how his songs have influenced and shaped popular music culture.
Nile Rodgers on Racism and the Civil Rights Movement
Nile shares his experiences with racism, including incidents where he had guns pulled on him, and discusses his involvement in the civil rights movement and the Black Panther Party.
Nile Rodgers on His Collaboration with Diana Ross and the Song 'I'm Coming Out'
Nile talks about working with Diana Ross and the creation of the hit song 'I'm Coming Out,' explaining how he convinced Ross to record the song and the impact it had on her career.
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