A Lyrical TITAN who stands alone in a class all by himself. That is Black Thought

I'll never forget walking down Chestnut in Philly and walking past a brother that looked like Thought. I was looking at my phone and happened to look up and made eye contact with this brother who had a closely shaved beard. The brief head nod of 2 seconds had me walk by after we passed and reach out with a..."Black Thought?" To which he said, "Wassup bruh?" Hahahahhaa!!..I couldn't believe it. He was so chill, gave me a pound and a selfie, and it was all good. Favorite MC indeed!

Black thought is the black pope of hip hop. He is the king,but sits in the background

This wasn't a speech, it was a service. Thank you.

He ain't no "rapper" , he an Emcee. He is more than rap, he is hip-hop.

Black Thought, to me, is like the difference between classical and quantum computing. Thought flows through superposition, truly ecyclopedic and epic, a cultural hologram. Bless up.

Exactly why I set my list by him. Patterns. Self Reinvention. Break your Comfort Zone. Work Hard

his words and delivery speak levels on his character...a true great... just wow

This is one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever heard.

I really respect this man, his lyrics really explains his name, black thought.. His abilities and talents give you a vision of his thoughts coming from a BLACK perspective... One of the best who ever done it. Love the Roots...

The biggest thing I can think rap can do to help kids is to encourage reading. The best lyricists are the ones who read. Black Thought, Rakim, Emimem, All of those analogies and wordplay comes from a lifetime of reading and I would love to see Hip Hop make reading cool. It also helps with Tarik's point about learning who you are. You can do that much easier when exposed to other lives via reading.

My lyrical role model. His skills get better with age.

Black Thought. The author of doctorate-level Hip-Hop, among other things. Very well aware of you, brother. Peace.

Be what you wanna be, we'll always love you, mate

Forget his rhymes, even how he craft this speech is an artform. Thanks and keep on inspiring.

This talk is incredible. I don't think he has ever told the story of being arrested and avoiding prison as a teenager before. His life story is its own movie and it makes the message that he is relating much more impactful.

I am a walking affirmation, that imagination and focus and patience get you closer, to your aspiration....:)

“It’s our light, not our darkness that most frightens us!” Absolutely.. That’s why, it’s important that we break down the subconscious mind, reprogram and rebuild it.. ✌🏽and❤️ y’all

Dark Matters Without it the Light can't Shine (Attrell Cordes/PM Dawn). You are the Ultimate... Much Love and Respect for all the Blessings. Grace and Goodness

One of the most unique ppl I've ever seen. This discourse was a 40 minute scroll of proverbs.

Tarik Trotter: Competition is none. Whole nother level of MC

He has started A new way of thinking without knowing it.Maximize your blessings by expanding your universe.

I am probably watching this for the 8th time..4 times each year...and still love this message

Man, this was a blessing. Got in from a music event I curated to this in my suggestions. The irony that I just ran into Tarik(q) last week at a wedding at which I was singing. Thanks, Brother. Thanks, Universe!

One of the smartest to ever do it, and one of the most skilled, as well. Bravo Tarik!

This is about the third time I watched this since i got the alert on my phone....thank you😢✊🏾

Very inspiring words from Tariq Trotter.His words are really inspiring and thoughtful like his lyrics.Blackthought is surely an amazing Human Being.The universe is an impersonal conception of God or the Unknown...

Lyrics and content wise he's the best rapper

My favorite rapper from my favorite rapper group.

Powerful...need the book next!

The Legend 🙌🏽

An Emcee's, Emcee! Salute to the God.

Im listening to this every morning...its go time to all the ppl in the comments..what a great lecture from a great man

Black Thought has been #1 in my Top Five. Genius!

One of my favorite lyricist of all time

Most talented Mr Trotter… I remember freestylin wit Lord Tariq on a Sunday early before his show at the Wetlands back in NY city Manhattan. Snuck in the back door. It was one of the dopest moments in all my years. I’ve had some awesome moments… 🙏🏽😎

🦋💯🎯❤️ shared with my grands, friends and my man. Thank you. Continued Success and Abundance!!!

Love this! Love his humor! Love him! Glad to know more about him.

Roots crew represent.✊🏿

Profound timely message, always listened to the Roots and have been a true fan since 95. Peace brother and your message is recieved and am truly honored to be on the same vibration of thought ideas and feelings. Thanks for helping us to be Icons our own light.

Brother you are not only cool but beautiful. Life lessons from the banks of Tarik. Awesome Blessings!

Literature Strong!! Peace to the Genius that is Black Thought!! The name itself continues emancipate, redefine & re-invent itself to all of us. Salute to this here Brotha!!!

"Thoth Walking" A brilliant Young Man Black Thought

Just like his lyrics, to many gems to catch the first time. Rewind!

Great, and profound speech Black Thought!!!!!!!

The four keys! Thank you man; and, not for nothing, that was a hell of an impression!

Blessed 🙏🏾. This was some of his best work. #respect

Wow. Powerful, needed this; I love you. Eye am so thankful for you 🌌🖤🌌🙏🏾

Prolific! Inspirational! This guy is on an entirely different frequency! Thank you for this! 🙌🙌🙌🙌

Thank you for uploading this. And thanks Tariq, you changed my life

Wow, I have no words to describe the information you have shared. This has literally waked me up from a darkness I've been in for far too long, this may have just saved my life, heart, mind and soul. I Thank you Tariq Black Thought Trotter

Unsure why I found this, and needed this in my life. Thank you Mr. Trotter!

Brilliantly beautiful speech. I appreciate all that you give Black Thought.

Much Gratitude.

This is one to watch over and over. The universe has a way of giving what’s needed when it’s needed. Thank you 🙏

Amazing! I feel like I took a life class in this short time. I will apply so many of these nuggets.

Thanks for the inspiration and impeccable art

Always coming with surprises.

To the 18 people who disliked this. Just who gets to dislike such gems?

Thanks so much for this, you have a skill for cutting through the bs, and communicating the essence in a beautiful way. I needed this- thanks again sir

I'm always shocked by the thumbs down numbers on posts like these where the content is overwhelmingly positive or highly favored...they should make the names of the 'dislikers' public so they could be held accountable and possibly explain themselves for dis-liking such inspirational content; do you not find value in life? air? water? love? other things of value?

8:58 - 9:17 LISTEN!! Whole speech is gems but those 4 keys really stood out to me personally.

Can't wait for the play... some of us been waiting for more Mr. Trotter's acting skills since Brooklyn Babylon.

Lots of truth and wisdom, as expected. Thanks for sharing, Black Thought!

- You a legend Sir!

Been a fan since 1993. Thank you for this inspiring speech.

I finally got to finish this. That was great; short & to the point.

My 1st introduction to the roots was as a young teen in Stoneville. When my cuzn Shannon from up north came down to visit. We listen to this record. He was about being black and keepn woke then...and NOW

Excellent Bro. Tariq!! Thank you!!

Thank you Sir for your wisdom. Right on time 🎯! Im reinventing.🖤

The synchronicities ! Appreciate this speech brother

Incredible words of wisdom! Thank you for this!

Strong speech and words of wisdom

Incredible. This was the inspiration I needed. a KING!

Wow..didnt know about his parents. May Allah have mercy on their soul, to God we belong and to Him we return. Black Thought aint heavy...he's my brother.

Top 5 emcee. Peace.

Just AMAZING, I loved him, and now I love him more, check the patterns!

This is an awesome and inspiring speech. Thank you Sir for sharing your words of wisdom with us. I Appreciate very much.

Powerful there is lessons in all you just put out into the world Thank you

This was dope on so many levels!

the wordsmith, period. great information, and great choice for a speaker. Salute.

One of the legends 💪💪💪

Love this brother!🙏🙏🙏

Fantastic talk!!!

Man the Roots made hip hop spiecal over the years man they came along way💯💯💯💯💯

A salaam alaikum!!! The Comer by night! May Allah continue to bless you and your family and all that you do Beloved....thank you for sharing... powerful talk beloved!!

Inspirational..Thank you

Pay attention to the patterns - Noted 👍🏾 'Thought' Much love from South Africa big bro

This must be a Divine affirmation and 'nothing is coincidental' point that he made is accurate. This comes at a time where I've learned much in my life and grew a lot in my creative field but am currently on the verge of my 'next seven' cycle, having conversation with myself in the stillness to find the answers but the questions weren't clearly shaped. Now, they are. Thank you.

Thought provoking and so powerful!

15:00 representing yourself as an outlier as well as a standout of your best self.

Tariq Luqmaan Trotter I am truly inspired by your speech .Thank you

Dope speech Reek Geez. Inspiring to say the least!

Goat 🐐 (In the background)🔥 I feel EXACTLY the same.

Very loving and transparent. Thank you for your endurance to share this with other on their own journeys to light. James 1:3

Just doing my history on this great light❤

I am appreciative. The utmost respect to my brother #BlackThought

This is a true indicator for a person who is aware

Thank for your words of wisdom! I learned a lot, might have even glimpsed my against the grain. Namaste

Hats off💯