Earl Sweatshirt: ‘SICK!,’ Fatherhood, and Respecting the Schools and Styles of Rap

Earl Sweatshirt: ‘SICK!,’ Fatherhood, and Respecting the Schools and Styles of Rap | Apple Music

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Rapper Earl Sweatshirt sits down with Zane Lowe to unpack his fourth studio album, ’SICK!’ and discuss the parallels between his life and the 10 tracks on the record. Earl Sweatshirt explains he is guided by honesty in both his career and his personal life as a father and a friend. His music is built on a “foundation of truth” which is one of the main reasons for his success. Earl Sweatshirt also discusses his childhood rap heroes like The Cool Kids and Eminem, and he emphasizes the importance of sampling other artists.
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@reecejamesvickers 2 жыл бұрын

Still blows my mind that Earl has a kid, to hear him talk with so much pride about raising his son is amazing

@THICCTHICCTHICC 2 жыл бұрын

Crazy that he's only 27. Talks with so much wisdom.

@fxckdarrow 2 жыл бұрын

I was today years old when I found out Earl has a kid

@Cat_main_apex 2 жыл бұрын

I had no idea

@user73369 2 жыл бұрын

NO WAY HE HAS A SON OMG

@hoodieflinstone 2 жыл бұрын

He always posted on his story he’s just private about it

@JAMARISPEAKS 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to see earl is in a good place! 🙏🏽

@bennykiosk 2 жыл бұрын

Just finished watching that kid trunks video. Shout out JAMARI man. 👍

@ghostfrieza2904 2 жыл бұрын

@@bennykiosk lol

@zphinkterr 2 жыл бұрын

Same brah

@TrustYouMe 2 жыл бұрын

glad to see jamari tapped in fr

@that1guy246 2 жыл бұрын

the goat praising the goat

@bdonovan 2 жыл бұрын

"I think for the first time, I'm like, yo, this is okay." That last line hit good. Love seeing him happy.

@winstongraham944 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I'm not the only one who felt that.

@7teenHM 2 жыл бұрын

Facts on Facts

@superbad6714 2 жыл бұрын

Literally almost shed tears man. Seeing Earl in such a positive and sensible state of mind got me feeling some type of way. Whenever I'd listen to his music, I'd often find myself worrying about his well-being sometimes. One of the few artists i can say that His music saved my life Fr. He's helped me so much n he doesn't even know it but I'm glad it seems like he's finally found some clarity.

@LONEWLF 2 жыл бұрын

😲😳

@nonehbo6328 2 жыл бұрын

You're soft

@gavinn.4060 2 жыл бұрын

@@nonehbo6328 and that’s alright

@chuyito7095 2 жыл бұрын

@@nonehbo6328 a person struggling with internal problems and vocalizing them means they’re soft? cmon bro

@daf676 2 жыл бұрын

@@nonehbo6328 ok tough big guy😰😰

@ofentsemako8042 2 жыл бұрын

I love seeing childhood friendships blossom to lifelong (adult) friendships. Hearing him speak about Tyler's love for chords and bridges was so touching considering the fact that they started making music together as kids, they saw each other develop as artists and human beings, they may have went their different directions artistically and business wise but the love and camaraderie is still there.

@sadboy.m4a 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly!! And you can tell how much love he has for bro cause dawg started smiling hella big and it seemed like just talking about how T is, it took him back to memories/time spent with him.

@camquest1 Жыл бұрын

Yes especially now they both have their own lane so they respect each other more. Sometimes you can’t have two geniuses together because they both have their own vision

@ChozKetchum 2 жыл бұрын

I was literally just thinking to myself why this dude isn’t doing a press run. This album is incredible

@anandbohm4274 2 жыл бұрын

i think a project like this has nuance but Earl is generally someone that lets the music speak for itself

@christophermichaels6569 2 жыл бұрын

I hope he gets the recognition he deserves.

@0nyxFR777 2 жыл бұрын

@@christophermichaels6569 people been saying that for years

@0nyxFR777 2 жыл бұрын

@@christophermichaels6569 he been got it imo Fame isn’t fortune

@adrianybarra24 2 жыл бұрын

Zane is such a good interviewer man makes every interview feel more personal and like you can really connect with the artists it’s a beautiful thing

@leyvain360 2 жыл бұрын

He’s really not. Always appreciate earl keepin camera rollin tho👌

@alexgarcia1501 2 жыл бұрын

He mid chill

@dhamage2k 2 жыл бұрын

He kinda assumes too much right in front of the artist rather than letting them speak sometimes but he does do really well at having interesting starting points for more thoughtful convos

@ishmael9435 2 жыл бұрын

@@dhamage2k yea he has really good convo starters but he’s lil overbearing

@user-ob9zo9cr4c 2 жыл бұрын

for sure, he legend

@jennyneon 2 жыл бұрын

Earl Sweatshirt is one of my favorite artists, from EARL to SICK! What a fun thing to see him progress.

@stankboxers 2 жыл бұрын

yoo brotha how u been... earl seems a lot happier in this interview than he has for a long time

@jennyneon 2 жыл бұрын

@@stankboxers Yoooo you're back! Yeah, I'm very happy for Earl, proud of him :)

@SoftOp. 2 жыл бұрын

This interview is great, it really told me when he was talking about mastering things or yourself, earl really just makes me aware of things

@zylighter3994 2 жыл бұрын

Speakin facts and facts only

@cottonmouth8697 2 жыл бұрын

I’m a massive Earl fan since Doris I just resonate with his sound It’s ominous dark and ambient As a black metal listener It attracts me

@RCLvonte 2 жыл бұрын

wonderful interview, always good to hear Earl’s thoughts outside of music

@highlightnews4244 2 жыл бұрын

His music is thoughts outside of music man self sabotaged his entire career to stay true to self. Earl out lasting nearly everything from this generation.

@youngsandwich2792 Жыл бұрын

He looks the most native African out all OF, u can tell he spend a lot of time indoors tho

@TheTriangleOffense47 2 жыл бұрын

Man this the most clear headed and concise I’ve heard Earl in a minute. Happy to see it

@NunTheWiser 2 жыл бұрын

lol this is lowkey kinda dumb though there is plenty of earl content post SRS where Earl seems like hes in a great place. Go watch the presentation he did with his mom. hes BEEN clear headed and concise.

@swindlek8061 2 жыл бұрын

@@NunTheWiser lol facts always , thats part of the reason he go thru what he do

@LilHondaCivic808 2 жыл бұрын

@@NunTheWiser true facts …majority of these fans just be saying anything

@Scaler81 2 жыл бұрын

Wym he sound like he on an mdma comedown

@reymunflores 2 жыл бұрын

@@Scaler81 is that what that is? He does sound a lil off but I didn’t wanna assume it was drugs even tho that was my first thought

@si4947 2 жыл бұрын

“theres an assault on your identity” such powerful words.

@WHOAM1894 2 жыл бұрын

Earl has the wisdom of a Grand Elder with the sense of wonder of a child. A truly brilliant artist.

@davideseadjara1170 2 жыл бұрын

Comes from his Dad

@DawryMike 2 жыл бұрын

Earl interviews are more rare than diamonds

@kentekuzan 2 жыл бұрын

nah he's been doing a good amount recently

@kevindavis2413 2 жыл бұрын

@@kentekuzan uhh can you link them please

@kentekuzan 2 жыл бұрын

@@kevindavis2413 they're mostly in articles I think there's one on pitchfork and one on rolling stone

@unmuchoproblem0 2 жыл бұрын

it’s called a press run

@kentekuzan 2 жыл бұрын

@@unmuchoproblem0 this one has been bigger than the one for SRS I think no need to be condescending tho bruh

@victormartins7867 2 жыл бұрын

i love how earl seems so calm while speaking during this interview, and he does it in such a clear and focused manner as well.

@KingLulzington 2 жыл бұрын

I love this man. For his artistry, honesty, and transparency. It takes a lot for a man to bare his soul on a record and Earl does it time and time again. I’m so glad we got this interview.

@DTailRaps 2 жыл бұрын

"Dilla was one of the BEST rappers" I'm glad someone finally said it 👑👑 Earls a G

@al_monty 2 жыл бұрын

"we all come from something, we don't occupy a space of nothingness" bruh how tf is this dude so fking brilliant

@notfinancialadvice4325 2 жыл бұрын

Earl is a deep artist I got much respect for the conversation alone in this interview 💎♾🔥👌🏾

@user-lj6hu9cn8k 2 жыл бұрын

this dude really gets it life is not always suppose to be nice at all times

2 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure every living thing on this earth know this

@kameronrichardson2266 2 жыл бұрын

@ right like basic instincts will tell u that

@lilacnecream 2 жыл бұрын

@billyalarie929 2 жыл бұрын

oh my GOD this whole entire interview is giving me chills. EVERY SECOND of it.

@agtcodybanks 2 жыл бұрын

It’s so refreshing and intriguing to hear Earl open up and talk this freely.

@Diegomo777 2 жыл бұрын

this man raps for the youth. His heart & soul is heard on every track. Bro really gives us hope

@bsp-music5902 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad we actually get to hear him explain his album... This is rare 👌

@filesjofficial 2 жыл бұрын

I just love hearing Earl speak in general. Almost anything he says sounds so wise.

@StewartGaming23 2 жыл бұрын

Earl gives me hope that depression gets easier to live with

@yungpunklee 2 жыл бұрын

it will dawg, keep ur head up everyday a different day good or bad you’ll be alright fr

@learlawliet6197 2 жыл бұрын

It gets better

@kristoamadeus4441 2 жыл бұрын

@ANYTHNG G03S have you listened to earl recently bro is content with life

@user-xb6br9uk2o 2 жыл бұрын

@ANYTHNG G03S no one’s saying he looks depressed bro , they mean by his own progress and hoping that seeing someone who battled mental struggles and overcoming them means they would be able to as well

@user-xb6br9uk2o 2 жыл бұрын

and no one’s acting like a therapist they’re looking out for someone , you’re a whole menace

@blackglitteremoji3054 2 жыл бұрын

Earl just keeps getting more prolific as he heals and connects to himself. So proud of his growth and glad I’ve gotten to witness his career from the beginning. I’m saying that like he’s old but I’m literally the same age as him. Also the cadence of the conversation is mint! Great interview!

@MrJefdam 2 жыл бұрын

Earl talks like an old jazz player. Great dude to listen to.

@steezgawdextraswa6906 2 жыл бұрын

exactly

@thescotsmantechnologyrevie2138 2 жыл бұрын

Earl talks like he’s had a whiskey and a handful of pills.

@subzero296 2 жыл бұрын

Love seeing Earl interviews. This man rarely does interviews, so to see him open up like this is beautiful

@cavityfairy 2 жыл бұрын

This is so beautiful. My daughter is around the same age as his son so it was really inspiring to hear his perspective on fatherhood, especially since I grew up listening to Earl during my childhood. Zane and Earl, both very brilliant people

@woozie___ 2 жыл бұрын

As a father Earl is beginning to understand his own father on a new level even though he isn't physically here anymore, that's such a blessing for him to be able to let go of any resentment he may have had for his father, and forgive his father for not being perfect, as none of us are. His eyes are open now and he is going to be an amazing father and have an amazing life from here on out, no doubt. He has been in darkness and emerged so that he will never return, he's a man now. Also that Nas impression killed me 🤣 I had to make due with that album too, loved some of it though

@aze4964 2 жыл бұрын

Earl is the embodiment of growth. My biggest inspiration forever wish I could thank this dude in person.

@BattleRapBum 2 жыл бұрын

one of my favorite rappers + one of my favorite interviewers = a great conversation

@larryknicks 2 жыл бұрын

8:03 I was pretty much raised this way as a child as well. Nobody directly told me about these things, but I was taught to read quite a bit. The second I found out about things my questions started becoming harder to answer

@blackmanbegins 2 жыл бұрын

Grew up listening to guy and his journey as a human as well as an artist coincides with prominent moments of my childhood and experiences. Seeing him where he is now really hits me with nostalgia and appreciation to how far I've came as well. Music is powerful son. 💯

@sassytabasco 2 жыл бұрын

As someone who is basically the same age as Earl, it's been so cool watching his artistic vision evolve from teenager to manhood. Listening to him talk reminds me of the emotional journey that life really is. This guy is a different breed.

@salinawad1034 2 жыл бұрын

Are you old

@sassytabasco 2 жыл бұрын

@@salinawad1034Old enough

@incrediblystupid9244 2 жыл бұрын

@@salinawad1034 Earl is like 26-27 I think so I guess you can decide for yourself if that's old or not lol

@pradabears Жыл бұрын

@@sassytabasco So 34

@sassytabasco Жыл бұрын

@@pradabears Is google broke where y'all live or what's up

@D1the100 2 жыл бұрын

Great interview. Man’s jus celebrating his album. He def on a sick one. Keep killing it Earl.

@fujiyon_ 2 жыл бұрын

seeing Earl outside doing his thing is a great thing to see, Sick! is amazing too

@yadsewnde8699 2 жыл бұрын

Every relisten brings chills. You can see the growth; the lessons.

@GraViTyAboVe 2 жыл бұрын

Bruh Earl staying strong this man lost so many loved ones in the span of a few years and he still keeping strong making music being dope AF. Earl Sweatshirt forever.

@clos888 2 жыл бұрын

knowledge of self rly led to him mastering his craft. his evolution as an artist is crazy

@TheBackyardShow818 2 жыл бұрын

I genuinely love how far earl has gone in his career, but how he's evolved consciously and as a genuine kind and insightful human. Much love ✌

@thokozanimahlobo4333 2 жыл бұрын

Started my day off with a Billy Woods verse from Tabula Rasa playing in my head which prompted me to listen to the album when I got home from work, now I'm ending the day with this amazing interview, God Is Great 💖🇿🇦

@mansamusamusictinatbonat2670 2 жыл бұрын

This zane and earl combo is a match made in heaven. It's carthartic.

@pinkisland 2 жыл бұрын

love this interview ! thank you for getting my man to talk more like this

@ericbarrierIII 2 жыл бұрын

the way that ended was so nice. happy to hear from earl man it’s been a long journey!

@garryjames3311 Жыл бұрын

Brother, I truly appreciate your thoughts and expressions, especially on life, the world, growth; and accountability through your music..straight fire!!🔥🔥🔥

@Q2tall 2 жыл бұрын

Earl very important for the youth of today, he got a voice that’s gone reach. May not be clear and easily digestible at first, but it’s gonna click to the ones tht are attentive

@the5thspirit 2 жыл бұрын

Yo I can honestly say that I grew up on Earl. From him being in Samoa for like a year to this point and I’m so happy for him.

@kvonmusic325 2 жыл бұрын

Really happy to see Earl at this point in his career in a decent state of mind, especially with how dark a lot of his previous work was

@noPhiltr 2 жыл бұрын

i teared tf up at the end. this was incredible to watch. luv u earl.!

@erinnwachukwu5259 2 жыл бұрын

Yay Earl; this was very healing to watch. Happy for you and thanks for sharing ❤️

@kingbrian6452 2 жыл бұрын

bro earl has grown so much. i love the ascension and his positive state, always the way he speaks. my favorite artist

@andreiadipaolo3238 2 жыл бұрын

I smiled so big when he was talking about Tyler.

@averymartn 2 жыл бұрын

One of the wisest souls in music. It’s a blessing to see his growth.

@smellsfishi 2 жыл бұрын

earl is doing his work and i love to see it !

@XEN.P 2 жыл бұрын

im rly happy to see earl doing so good recently, protect this man fr

@mallorybea 2 жыл бұрын

love the last few minutes of this interview

@donaldwhitehead2489 2 жыл бұрын

Bro Earl you got me through my teenage years. Chum and grief I still bang those bro. Thanks for taking a chance with the mic

@чтоооооооооооооо 2 жыл бұрын

Man Earl is so profound here. I would listen to his thoughts for hours.

@Ethanielas 2 жыл бұрын

This man is such a great interviewer and earl and him just shed wisdom the whole time that was a great interview

@atomicalien4 2 жыл бұрын

Zane just gets it u can tell he's smart af I actually love the way he speaks to artists he's not tryna be "cool" he's clearly someone who's a fan of music and understands the complexity of an artist

@Ethanielas 2 жыл бұрын

@@atomicalien4 exactly that man I agree, his interview with mac is golden too 👌

@alejandrovillasenor1205 2 жыл бұрын

I really do love this artist or person, to speak in general, to the fullest. He has more to talk about than the materialistic, superficial world we live in.👏🏼👏🏼bravo man

@VintageSoDope 2 жыл бұрын

So glad that he showed love to the cool kids, and knowing how masterful Sir Michael Rocks really is when it comes to music 🙏🏾

@unmuchoproblem0 2 жыл бұрын

would be no BRK if not some Cool Kids

@googletranslate6726 Жыл бұрын

I’ve grown up with this guy through his music and I’m so happy to see he’s doing well

@piousalpha3733 2 жыл бұрын

Though his voice sounds defeated. His mind stays sharp. More power to you, Earl hope all is well.

@elijahgavin6706 2 жыл бұрын

He doesn’t sound defeated he sounds weathered

@enrikwolf8875 2 жыл бұрын

I thought I was the only one who noticed the change in his voice, maybe he is growing.

@giddi3968 2 жыл бұрын

@@enrikwolf8875 he chipped his tooth I think

@ray-mond9215 2 жыл бұрын

He sounds down, I know because that's how I talk when I'm bothered or sad about something.

@ray-mond9215 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe it's this covid thing man the Las two years have just been drowning .

@glocktavious 2 жыл бұрын

Hasn’t been an Earl Interview in Years (Great to See)💯

@fuckgavin_ 2 жыл бұрын

man just the the house

@renew898 2 жыл бұрын

earl looks like he's at peace. wonderful to see.

@THEODSTKING117 2 жыл бұрын

man this is such a good interview. i really appreciate the latter part of it, i hope i can be where earls at someday and feel “okay” with everything

@hillsxx5967 2 жыл бұрын

Seeing Earl grow is such an honor !

@georgebryant4969 2 жыл бұрын

this man is a genius. hearing him express this and operate on his clean slate makes me so happy

@kgomotsomaphoto2410 2 жыл бұрын

amazing interview! 🤞🏿🤞🏿

@wesleyhaze6116 2 жыл бұрын

I see a whole another level and growth in earl, the man is a true genius at what he does and all his catalogue are🔥🔥🔥. True living🙏🏿

@eightsixclique 2 жыл бұрын

Earls too real this was an awesome interview , stoked!

@noplayfortheday 2 жыл бұрын

So glad Earl is spreading his wings again ⚡️

@your_stepdad 2 жыл бұрын

love watching earl grow as an artist and as a person

@OSEANWORLD 2 жыл бұрын

Love this man so much

@supdookie 2 жыл бұрын

He seemed genuinely happy when talking about Tyler man, miss those good days but I appreciate the days we have today as well.

@marvinrhodesjr 2 жыл бұрын

Earl definitely has a bright mind. Blessings to all who read this. Much love.

@masterlong100 2 жыл бұрын

What a way to approach parenting/education. Earl is so profound.

@diegogonzalez1598 2 жыл бұрын

thank you for this interview

@dillenpeace5602 2 жыл бұрын

love earl. great interview. edit and cuts took me out of it at times

@DLtheGreat 2 жыл бұрын

Its been so long since the last Earl interviews!

@nickratliff8062 2 жыл бұрын

It's super cool to see how Earl has grown into a thoughtful, mature man from the kid we met in the early OF days

@aplerhora-ofmyinterest7178 2 жыл бұрын

The prayer he did, really hit home.

@deadbrain6801 2 жыл бұрын

Like 2 minutes in and can tell this is the type of conversations I want to hear and have

@jaxmcleod8940 2 жыл бұрын

earl is very well spoken wow, its like hes written so much rhymes that when he gets to say stuff and not have to rhyme its spoken perfectly, cause he knows the right words and metaphors to use to make his perspective clear and understood.

@thescotsmantechnologyrevie2138 2 жыл бұрын

We’ll spoken?! Can anyone understand what he’s slurring from his mouth?

@jaxmcleod8940 2 жыл бұрын

@@thescotsmantechnologyrevie2138 yes

@thescotsmantechnologyrevie2138 2 жыл бұрын

@@jaxmcleod8940 mmmmhmmgmmmfmhmm hmmdmhmmd mmmmfmfmfmmm

@gallyglodup843 2 жыл бұрын

@@thescotsmantechnologyrevie2138 says the scottish guy foh 🙄

@jaxmcleod8940 2 жыл бұрын

yes

@simply8810 2 жыл бұрын

don’t let anything in this interview fly over your head, I personally love the message✊🏾

@jonathanxnazario 2 жыл бұрын

my favorite artist of all time. never change thebe 🙏 love forever

@DarkSideOfTheBrightSide 2 жыл бұрын

Earl, in my most humblest opinion, is one of THE greatest artist/emcees of this generation. He will be appreciated even more later, because his music is timeless..

@oneoriginaldurm 2 жыл бұрын

Good to see him back.

@rogue2909 2 жыл бұрын

amazing words of wisdom .. love earl one ofmy new rappers/poets i admire

@Gennaesse 2 жыл бұрын

"For the first time, I feel like.. its ok" love bro glad to see you in a better mindset

@Chlo0808 2 жыл бұрын

love this interview.

@FrainBreeze_AM 2 жыл бұрын

I could literally listen to Earl talk for hours

@terpisdead 2 жыл бұрын

earl will forever be my favorite artist

@TaddyMason88 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to see Earl mention Sir Michael Rocks. He don't get enough recognition

@barmeloxanthony8998 2 жыл бұрын

That last segment on learning to not attempt to overstate your enjoyment was spoken like a true overthinker lmao. Earl's nature is contemplative, which is cool but that's not at all how you arrive at blissfulness so it's refreshing to hear him beginning to understand that difference