Questlove Supreme QLS Classic: Babyface (Part 2)
Jul 6, 2020
Award-winning singer, songwriter and producer Babyface talks about his early life and the importance of translating heartbreak into music. He shares stories of working with artists like Whitney Houston, Boyz II Men, and Toni Braxton. They discuss collaborations with Michael Jackson, Eric Clapton, and Fallout Boy. They also explore the significance of songwriting and personal approach in music production, and how disappointment and ballads influenced their musical journey.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Working with Michael Jackson
02:29 • 18min
Producing and Scoring a Film
20:07 • 12min
Discussion on Classic Movie, Making Life Easier, and Musician Recognition
32:18 • 3min
Collaborating with Eric Clapton
34:53 • 8min
Collaborating with Fallout Boy and Exposing the Music Industry
42:29 • 4min
Working with Babyface and Rafael Sadiq
46:31 • 18min
Admiration, Collaboration, and Reflection
01:04:01 • 2min
The Importance of Songwriting and Personal Approach to Music Production
01:05:51 • 4min
From Flop to Success: The Influence of Disappointment on Their Music
01:09:54 • 5min