Phoebe Bridgers on songwriting, her younger self & Taylor Swift: Melber's 2022 in-depth interview
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Жыл бұрынGrammy-nominated singer Phoebe Bridgers recounts her songwriting process, inspiration for lyrics, and how fear, loneliness and Covid can shape creativity. Bridgers also discusses her idols David Bowie and Joni Mitchell in this newest installment of “Mavericks with Ari Melber,” a series of interviews with artists, musicians and cultural icons. Warning, this video contains some adult language.
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Phoebe Bridgers On Her Lyrics, Lonely Creativity, And Smashing Guitars And Double Standards
@AriMelber Жыл бұрын
Thanks again to Phoebe for being our debut guest on this new season of Mavericks! Definitely had some Inspectah Deck energy here - triple extra large / Wild like rock stars who smash guitars! / Poison bars from the Gods / bust holes in your mirage… :)
@DaveToneMusic Жыл бұрын
That was so great Ari, really wonderful interview, great questions, nice vibe and good chemistry between you both. Bravo! And thanks Phoebe, you're a treasure, it was beautiful!
@kristinadutton3259 Жыл бұрын
More like this please!
@PraiseReason Жыл бұрын
Thanks Ari... love to see my favorite people interviewing my favorite people.
@onefootsteve5919 Жыл бұрын
Phoebe is a superb young artist and just a remarkable young woman. And in what looks like what is going to be a difficult future for reproductive choice, we need her uncompromising activism. Thanks for choosing her, Ari, and your questions were as witty and insightful as always.
@ricksamericana749 Жыл бұрын
If you've ever had the opportunity see Phoebe Bridgers live then you can appreciate how funny she is. Her humor is most pointed before or after she sings her most heartbreaking lyrics. It's really quite charming.
@tuckeringersoll5724 Жыл бұрын
wow. seriously love this interviewer. he's adding to the conversation and you can tell he's really paying attention to what she's saying
@billyalarie929 Жыл бұрын
I legitimately cannot tell if this is sarcasm or not
@RandomPlayIist 10 ай бұрын
@@billyalarie929 Why would it be sarcasm? He's literally doing what that person said.
@JoshIdstein Жыл бұрын
I love how they brought up Joni Mitchell. First time I ever listened to Graceland Too, I said to myself "it sounds like something Joni would write". Phoebe is my absolute hero, and she feels like a natural progression of the folk musicians I grew up listening to in my parent's living room.
@llbxq Жыл бұрын
can you recommend some of joni's songs that sound like that?
@annt7384 6 ай бұрын
“Your sound is both gentle and confrontational.” Wow, what a gifted way to begin an interview!
@EfOneAddict Жыл бұрын
That was really good. She is immensely talented and fun to listen to. One of my favorite PB lyrics is "One of your eyes is always half shut, something happened when you were a kid. I didn't know you then and I'll never understand why... it feels like I did."
@Storanzo98 Жыл бұрын
same, cried to that one
@ryanmillward585 Жыл бұрын
Is this about Thom Yorke? She references other artists and musicians in that song including Bowie, The Smiths and Lemmy from Motorhead. I feel like it's a reference to Thom
@magowiee Жыл бұрын
@@ryanmillward585 more like Marshal her drummer and ex boyfriend
@habso2838 Жыл бұрын
yesss! smoke signals is truly a gut wrenching song
@ferreduda Жыл бұрын
mine too!
@dopier12 Жыл бұрын
That was actually fun! Two intelligent people talking about fun stuff! First time watching the show/podcast and that I'd heard of Ms. Bridgers but she was very fun to listen to!
@Progger11 Жыл бұрын
Listen to her album "Punisher." It's an absolute masterpiece.
@dopier12 Жыл бұрын
@@Progger11 Missed this reply but will definitely check it out. It wouldn't surprise me one bit, as her intelligence and even maturity came out a bit evident in the clip.
@dropped_your_hand_while_dancin 10 ай бұрын
@@dopier12 so, what did you think?
@lukescoma Жыл бұрын
Phoebe is a national treasure.
@bostonadams8803 Жыл бұрын
loved this interview, phoebe is my literal hero
@briangrant774 Жыл бұрын
well done ari! phoebe bridgers is awesome cant get enough of her.
@MaryLouLord1 Жыл бұрын
What a great interview. He was wonderful, as was she. I concur with the lyrics of "These Days" by the way. Brilliant song. It's refreshing to hear an interviewer who's a fan, or, has at least researched the artist as this guy has. excellent.
@charleshenry8075 Жыл бұрын
This was FANTASTIC!. Thank you Ari for introducing me to a name I've heard of but haven't listened to - my fault. She is incredible and so was the interview.
@hammycow26 Жыл бұрын
Saw her on SNL last spring after which she jumped to the top of my artists on Spotify. Her music is like nothing I've ever heard before or since.
@hallow_cat 3 ай бұрын
This is one of the best interviews I've seen done by a regular news organization in a long time, props.
@potatoproductions1589 Жыл бұрын
shes so amazing cant wait to get news on her 3rd album
@nikkibuzdar6253 Жыл бұрын
Great interview! Questions were well-researched, unique & thoughtful. Thanks to you both!
@maialeventhal4474 Жыл бұрын
she’s so 🥺💗☀️
@onefootsteve5919 Жыл бұрын
I'm 61. Sometimes I get discouraged at all the cruelty and hatred and desire to repress. But then I see young folks like Phoebe, or Florence Pugh, or some of these trans/non-binary kids. Nice, happy, funny youngsters who tell their attackers to go F themselves. And I feel better!
@kesscho118 Жыл бұрын
Great interviewer, great vibe between the two. Great to watch, thank you.
@sabrinachavez8563 Жыл бұрын
It’s important to be vulnerable and show others that it’s okay go be human, so no one feels alone. She does this.
@ditkasguitar07 Жыл бұрын
Excellent interviewer! Thanks for giving such a great platform for Phoebe to dive into her outstanding songwriting.
@robertkeene7909 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Ari and Phoebe for being open and candid to talk about songwriting. As a musician myself, this really was a joy to hear!
@woohoo04 Жыл бұрын
Definitely one of the best interviews ever! There was a real connection between the both of them too, which I love. One of my fave Phoebe interviews fo sho.
@QuadryHolloman Жыл бұрын
Is the interviewer an artist as well? He's very knowledgeable about the process...Well done mate
@simeonwindeth1847 Жыл бұрын
Graceland too and Chelsea are two of her rawest tracks. Phoebe has a beautiful melancholic soul. Punisher is the soundtrack to my pandemic experience.
@JeanandBiancabooboo Жыл бұрын
I love Phoebe Bridgers and Joni Mitchell. Phoebe's *Gentle and confrontational* songs. ❤️🔥🥹
@Progger11 Жыл бұрын
Wow, I didn't realize how many people out there are jealous of this beautiful, talented woman. But the comments under this video certainly show a concentrated attack from many, many haters. Imagine caring that much to put in that kind of effort.
@von_freiesleben64 Жыл бұрын
all of the comments are positive what are u talking bout
@clairecouplandmusic Жыл бұрын
this has easily become one of my fav interviews, great conversation. thank you!
@molly5963 Жыл бұрын
I wish there were more interviews like this with famous musicians so good!
@rgwak Жыл бұрын
boygenius - her collab with Julien Baker and Lucy Dacus - is pretty dope as well.
@usedtolovepotatoes8197 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the massive record inflation, jotato...👈
@onefootsteve5919 Жыл бұрын
And don't forget Better Oblivion Community Center with Conor Oberst!
@aethrya Жыл бұрын
Yeah it's good when average musicians pair up with actually talented ones.
@JBHunt18 Жыл бұрын
who is this man and why is he an absolute G
@MaRyAnN14love Жыл бұрын
This was so lovely to watch and the interviewer Ari was so spot on!
@jeannecarroll7729 Жыл бұрын
Great interview! Smart questions 🌸
@samara.ariel.jpg_ Жыл бұрын
I love you pheobe, gov ball and ur past new york shows were one of the most amazing experiences ever. your my favorite artist💙
@RespireOfficial Жыл бұрын
Two of my favorite people. Great interview!
@mirafurman7439 Жыл бұрын
Great show Ari Melber. BRAVO!
@valerieterranova8130 Жыл бұрын
Phoebe and Ari are both top of the class! What a great interview!
@staykinduniverse Жыл бұрын
Phoebe you save my life daily. Thank you for sharing your sadness sooo beautifully
@shelbiewhitson4403 Жыл бұрын
I love her, she’s gonna be big soon I cant wait to watch it
@stereoagnostic Жыл бұрын
Such a thoughtful, engaging interview. A rare treat these days...
@timbutler8302 Жыл бұрын
OMG, Ari; that interview was off the charts!
@balloon4202 Жыл бұрын
ugh i just adore her
@TimothymakeupsDitzler Жыл бұрын
Man this was so good. Respect.
@Mickiethenothingness Жыл бұрын
I watched this interview soon after it came out but just came back to it because i think this is STILL her best interview! Very conversational and lowkey. She seemed completely comfortable and you seemed interested in what she had to say. Really great work! I hope you invite her back sometime soon!
@crosee1274 Жыл бұрын
im in love with her
@serenity__now Жыл бұрын
Love this interviewer! And the chemistry between them
@user-jp2fn8ez8k Жыл бұрын
fantastic interview
@FanDutch 7 ай бұрын
You give such thoughtful responses, so quickly! Really great
@DannyPoet 11 ай бұрын
inspiring artist.
@d1208cool Жыл бұрын
i love that she mentioned joni in the literal first 30 seconds of the interview 🥰
@jamule777 Жыл бұрын
I appreciate your insight Phoebe. I don’t even know you, but I love you. Also, well done Ari.
@yunia2318 Жыл бұрын
wow I have a hard time seeing quality interviews, really like this one ❤
@gracew7337 Жыл бұрын
Such a great interview ! Interviewer seems like the best dude
@mandi4794 Жыл бұрын
This was fantastic!
@valeriatalavera1795 Жыл бұрын
wish her the best always
@LukeVanGeest Жыл бұрын
Thanks for having my friend Phoebe on your show!
@tashuntka Жыл бұрын
Love this woman.... Guitar smashing is a major plus 💛❤️💛 Thanks Ari 👍🙏👌👍
@fernandosibecas3492 Жыл бұрын
Great interview, love Phoebe, bummed out she pull out of Lollapalooza Buenos Aires, hopefully I´ll get tickets for Primavera Sound in November.
@fernandosibecas3492 Жыл бұрын
FInally I got to see her live here in Buenos Aires with my daughter, we are both huge fans, loved her show, felt surreal!
@User_32 Жыл бұрын
Great interview
@jayceklept Жыл бұрын
great interview
@joaofilipesantos7410 Жыл бұрын
Didn't really know this, but it was awesome!!
@aubreythomas4477 Жыл бұрын
I love her soooo much. She’s so amazing
@tsivils1987 9 ай бұрын
BEST INTERVIEWER EVER! this guy rocks
@Melissa-iw8xo 3 ай бұрын
Why am I only just now seeing thin interview. This exchange creates only more love for both Melber and Phoebe. Thanks!!
@brooklynnmarti9432 Жыл бұрын
If I could describe this interview in one word: BADASS 🤘
@georgeash4008 Жыл бұрын
I can think of another one beginning with C and ending in T, it has four letters.
@carmenablaze5824 Жыл бұрын
this interviewer is so amazing
@natejohnson9669 Жыл бұрын
this is extremely interesting, and the early video clips are just icing on the cake
@onefootsteve5919 Жыл бұрын
SLOPPY JANE. Phoebe played with them when they were a primitive punk rock group; now they're a art-pop big-band led by Phoebe's high school BFF, Haley Dahl, who is a deranged genius. Their Tiny Desk is well worth a look.
@natejohnson9669 Жыл бұрын
@@onefootsteve5919 Oh yeah for sure, familiar with Sleepy Jane
@oliviastockwood9157 Жыл бұрын
her favourite lyric being from moon song i am crying
@pinklodha1206 Жыл бұрын
Nice chat with Ari and Phoebe
@humanbeing5300 Жыл бұрын
Ari seems like a great dude, I appreaciate his news show and now this style. Phoebe Bridgers is such a beautiful woman and a great talent. WOW
@supasur 6 ай бұрын
Incredible interview 🤌🏽
@gianmarcoorsini3346 Жыл бұрын
What a great journalist
@Sometimes_Always Жыл бұрын
Talented and super cute! Pheobe is awesome..
@wowsports8800 8 ай бұрын
18:03 I've never heard anyone talk about this omg, that's exactly how I feel! Definitely made me feel less alone, she gets it
@gabrielmontoya1407 Жыл бұрын
how did I know this would be Ari Melber! haha awesome interview!
@thekafe1219 Жыл бұрын
Sometimes I question Ari when he says “word” . I don’t understand he be different but I love this
@phobreze4652 Жыл бұрын
I love her so much. She’s my best friend and doesn’t even know it
@OUTSPOKENWALLFLOWER4444 Жыл бұрын
Phoebe💕
@jocelynmariejewell1249 Жыл бұрын
She’s so pretty
@bobwerber2984 Жыл бұрын
Wow she is smart. Melber also obviously did a great job of prepping for this.
@vp4744 Жыл бұрын
I have a hunch, feeling, premonition, whatever that Billie Eilish's song Your Power is partly about Phoebe's past experiences. I know they are close friends and support each other.
@vp4744 Жыл бұрын
@Sara Mill I doubt that.
@pinklodha1206 Жыл бұрын
Great interesting chat elegant Ari with pretty Phoebe
@arthurnoronha4736 Жыл бұрын
looking back it’s so clear pheobe and taylor have friendship or at least share their work with one another before releasing… pheobe is literally telling us how she shouldn’t be left to her own devices, they come with prices and vices and she ends up in crisis
@levipierpont Жыл бұрын
tale as old as time
@CINRZ 9 ай бұрын
Totally, thats rad
@ashlynn22 Жыл бұрын
“You can sacrifice a rhyme if something really means something”
@florenciasalomon 6 ай бұрын
Aww I Loved the "KING" for Taylor Swift :)
@lothrix9112 Жыл бұрын
Great interview 👍 you should do a interview with chelji or William Eyelash
@LakeErieMermaid1 11 ай бұрын
She's so much more interesting than Taylor Swift. Doesn't just sing about boys. Swift should be opening for HER.
@ohno9000 2 ай бұрын
-Taylor swift -King -Respect Love this
@dtf-productions6134 Жыл бұрын
glad to hear she's getting the attention she deserves for her creativity
@danny_davis 8 ай бұрын
Nice job, Ari! I’ve never heard a guy in a suit use “word” and “respect” like a hip-hop artist. It made me smile. 😀
@marryn9065 Жыл бұрын
“Respect”
@lorenaalzamora6628 Жыл бұрын
I love phoebe bridgers
@wetawatcher Жыл бұрын
Wow! and that’s it dude!
@joesikorski4080 11 ай бұрын
Hi, I'm literally the greatest interviewer of all time. Thanks.
@paulkern7229 Жыл бұрын
Why so many trolls on this thread? Slow day?
@annw5487 10 ай бұрын
'fancy words have never been really in my wheelhouse' when she literally wrote 'i wanna be emaciated'
@sophialilly19 10 ай бұрын
right at this point phoebe bridgers is teaching me more new words than school is lol
@erinm6684 Жыл бұрын
Wearing my Phoebe merch when stumbling upon this video 😎🌘
@maurad5378 9 ай бұрын
Love her music. Reminiscent of Joni Mitchell.
@gretasstolendreams2154 Жыл бұрын
Did not expect craig mack to come up in this interview
@kellyjervis8196 Жыл бұрын
yup that’s it i’m getting “if i could give you the moon i would give you the moon” tattooed
@kristaunger7041 Жыл бұрын
Did you end up getting it?! I have been wanting it for a year now, so I know it’s not a whim. I just haven’t decided on the actual design or placement. Minor detail. 🙃🌖🌙
@kellyjervis8196 Жыл бұрын
@@kristaunger7041 no i haven’t! but i’m planning on hopefully getting one soon and eventually i would like to get that, that lyric always has meant a lot to me and i totally understand wanting it
@kristaunger7041 Жыл бұрын
@@kellyjervis8196 hopefully we both can get it someday soon! 🥰 I spent all of my potential tattoo funds on tickets to three boygenius shows in June, so I spent $15 on temporary tooth tattoos for the shows to tide me over until then. 😂🦷💙
@flix7753 Жыл бұрын
No wonder she writes such great lyrics/songs. There's a whole lot of substance with that woman.
@ashleymillss Жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh what an incredible interview. Phoebe deserves nothing less!
@georgeash4008 Жыл бұрын
Phoebe had better never go to the UK. She will not be welcome after insulting the Queen. How would she0 feel if someone insulted her grandmother when she dies. Disgusting.
@ashleymillss Жыл бұрын
@@georgeash4008 the royal family is corrupt and she’s just intelligent enough to realize it lol.
@snoozyq9576 Жыл бұрын
@@ashleymillss how are they corrupt?
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