Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter, Leon Bridges, discusses his experiences at New York Fashion Week, his collaborations with Vada and Wrangler, and his encounters with Kanye at the MET Gala. He also shares his early doubts about Bode, his viral red carpet moment, and his love for Thong Song karaoke in Russia. The hosts talk about fashion choices, the impact of collaborations, and their desire for more wealth.
Leon Bridges' fashion choices, specifically his love for flared pants, have become synonymous with his brand and have had a positive impact on his image.
Leon Bridges expresses a desire to collaborate with artists like Gunna and Brand Fiyah, highlighting the importance of incorporating hip-hop and R&B influences into his music.
Despite the challenges of fame, Leon Bridges remains grateful for the love and support he receives from his hometown and focuses on connecting with fans and creating meaningful music.
Deep dives
Leon Bridges' Fashion Influence
Leon Bridges discusses the impact of his fashion choices on his image and style. He mentions his love for flared pants and how wearing them has become synonymous with his brand. Leon also talks about the connection between his style and the fashion industry, as well as the positive reception he has received from his hometown and the black community.
Collaborations and Musical Influences
Leon Bridges expresses his desire to collaborate with artists like Gunna and Brand Fiyah. He discusses his appreciation for hip-hop and R&B music and the importance of incorporating those influences into his own music. Leon shares a memorable experience meeting A$AP Rocky and the connection they made through music. He also hints at working on a new album with a dreamy psychedelic folk R&B sound.
The Ups and Downs of Fame
Leon Bridges opens up about the challenges of fame, particularly in his hometown of Fort Worth. He reflects on the loss of anonymity and the increased scrutiny he faces as a public figure. Despite the negatives, he remains grateful for the love and support he receives and focuses on connecting with fans and creating meaningful music.
Leon Bridges' Music and Fashion Journey
Leon Bridges discusses his music and fashion career. He talks about collaborating with Wrangler, his love for monochromatic outfits, and his preference for country girls. He also mentions his family's support, his stable team, and the importance of building rapport in relationships. Leon shares his experiences at parties, his favorite artists to party with, and his approach to dating. He mentions his recent purchase from Ksubi and his affinity for vintage cars, including his 1979 Bronco.
Constructive Criticism and Insightful Moments
The hosts offer Leon Bridges some constructive criticism by jokingly asking if they can join his entourage and suggesting he follows the controversial actions of other artists to secure a number one record. Leon responds graciously and talks about how he separates the art from the artist. He also shares humorous moments, such as his experience with karaoke in Russia and the wardrobe choices for his birthday celebration.
On this week’s interview, we’re toasting to Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter, the one and only, Leon Bridges. Leon capped of his first ever New York Fashion Week to pour up and pontificate on embodying that old school pimp swagger, Usher’s forever inspiration, his low-key banger collabs with Vada and Wrangler, The Strokes professionalism or lack thereof, respecting the bag, MET Gala run-ins with Kanye, getting cut from Ocean’s 8, dapping up Anna Wintour without killing her, buying into Bode early despite some initial doubts and what his boys back home thought of his viral red carpet moment, Bushwick art hoes adopting his footwear of choice, even he had a skinny jeans phase, the honor of losing to D'Angelo, Thong Song karaoke in Russia, OVO Chubbs throwing the best parties, a public plea for a Gunna verse, seeing Miranda Cosgrove on Raya, how we can join his entourage, taking a page out of the Morgan Wallen playbook and much more on this calm, cool and collected episode of The Only Podcast That Matters™.