Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin

Jack Harlow

May 24, 2023

Jack Harlow, the rising rapper and actor, shares his journey from Louisville mixtapes to global fame after hits like 'Whats Poppin.' He delves into the evolution of his songwriting, focusing on emotional authenticity and storytelling. Harlow discusses the contrast between U.S. and international audiences, highlighting his creative collective, Private Garden. He reflects on his nostalgic approach to music, the importance of originality, and the impact of icons like Ye and Eminem, while emphasizing the need for vulnerability in hip-hop.

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Intro

2min

Evolving Artistic Expression

19min

Exploring Songwriting: Emotion and Passion in Lyrics

3min

From Local Roots to Universal Recognition

15min

Exploring Betrayal and Familiarity Through Song

3min

Nostalgia and Authenticity in Music

7min

Embracing Originality in Music

4min

Authenticity in Hip-Hop

12min

Rapping since he was 12, early Jack Harlow mixtapes were the talk of his Louisville, Kentucky grade school. Not long after, he became a household name.

Jack’s meteoric rise began with the release of his 2020 single, Whats Poppin.

Then came the platinum debut studio album, Thats What They All Say (2020)

The second album from Jack, Come Home the Kids Miss You (2022) included the lead single Nail Tech and the chart-topping single First Class.

His third album Jackman was recently released on April 28, 2023.

In 2023 Jack Harlow made his acting debut in the HULU remake of the beloved 1992 film White Men Can't Jump.

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