i think this video may have just saved my life - ive been going thru the longest artist's block i think ive ever experienced and even though i just produce and i can't really relate to the mindset of lyrics coming thru experience, some of the more universal things u spoke on like just having the mindset where it's ok not to at all like what u made one day really resonated with me. im realizing that ive been subconsciously working myself into this perfectionist mindset for so long and this video and the idea of "if u wanna escape artist's block, you have to create something even if you hate it" might be the thing that breaks me out of it. thank u so much

You gotta make bad art to make good art. Sometimes you don't even know what is a "good" song from you cuz people will tell you they like a certain song and you think "Really? That one? ". Also recognize the difference between not being able to create (writers block) vs not wanting to create (burnout), take breaks, don't force it if you're not in the mood.

As a non artist commenting, I know some incredible artist who go thru this and my advice to them is to “lay off the social media!” Social media forces us to draw comparisons with eachother and often may discourage or disrupt an idea an artist naturally has. Ive grown up and lived 25 years of life without an instagram or a facebook to remind me of who others think i am. Hopefully that helps, love yall 🙏🏽

Good video i figure this helps because its making a habit of applying yourself to the level that you will eventually find your appreciation through you work. I'm too drawn into the expectation of something to be good without applying the proper amount of hours.

This was much needed. I been going thru writers block past few months and this is gonna help. Thank you

Was struggling writing this past year with how tough it’s been man and I can’t make this up I deadass finally made some music I’m happy with again I got excited to write again because of how well you related in this video I had to show my homie this I appreciate you my man can’t lie to you

Actually crazy ... keep these bangerz coming roro

This a so fucking amazing video, as a songwritter I had that thought of "Song writter doesn't exist, you are just uncomfortable about what you are living/thinking" but never find a way to express it as clear as you did. Great video, great thoughts, great way to think.

ty bro rlly needed this!

needed this.

thanks man needed this rn

Literally was contemplating this very exact notion today! You articulated everything perfectly

Talk that talk 💯 I draw as a hobby and wanna take it far but that perfectionist mindset keeps me from doing anything even tho Ik I don’t have the skills to perfect it. I related to every point in this video n it gave me at least 5 inspirations for pieces I could draw. Good stuff bro keep it goin 💯💯

Funny this was in my algorithm today. Definitely something I needed to hear so thank you

I greatly appreciate the book recommendations. Really nice to hear someone with such similar outlooks and opinions, but much more experienced and weathered in the independent music journey. Will be purchasing Steal Like an Artist tomorrow.

thank you for this💜

That was an interesting insight I never thought about, makes perfect sense!

Underrated video fr ! Can’t wait to hear more

I needed this perspective thank you

Thankyou I needed this

Fantastic thoughts and ideas been tapping into my creative conscious a lot more recently you earned a sub

what a great video, happy I randomly stumbled upon it. Subbed bro.

always loved that part of the interview. glad someone made a video on this, thank you.

Love you for making this

This was needed, thank you.

a finished project is better than a perfect one. Great vid with good points. I want to add, pushing yourself to learn new things if a great inspiration. As a musician, learning theory always keeps me interested and motivated because it gives me new tools and ideas to experiment with. Trying new tunings (on guitar) etc. Earl is def one of my fave artists. Smino just dropped some heat and MIKE is gearing up. Oh and that new Mavi joint is fantastic. I'm a rock musician in a band that's currently finishing our first EP while writing new tracks for the next wave. It's true that you have to just keep pushing. Shit wasnt easy at first AT ALL. like it took us a year to find a real groove and get traction but that year was filled with hard work and writing and frustration.... kicking a member out and finding our roles. I was forced into a vocalist position while still having to play lead so that has been my personal journey of exploration and learning. Find what you want to get better at because learning and practicing things you aren't good at feels so rewarding. Sharpen your sword while searching for new tools.

great video and commentary dude

This video helped alot and I wish the best for u and I really fw u

great video man!

video just changed my perspective on a few things. ty bro

Thank you for the video. This really helps me to think outside my box of music. When u said back yourself in a corner I felt that because since my mom died I’ve been making every song to dedicate to her. But honestly maybe I need to experience more life and get away from that pain. Thank you

I stopped writing and recording for nearly 2 years. That’s is after a pervious 1 year break. Something recently snapped in me and I’ve now pumped out 9 of my favorite songs I’ve ever made in just 3 moths. And I can only feel myself getting more comfortable and confident in the work that I make. I think you were spot on when it came to building and maintaining momentum. I can even accept them as simply okay songs. But comparing them to my works from years ago is astonishing to see how much I’ve grown individually and creatively. It is indeed a “high on life” feeling that inspired me to get writing again, and I do agree with the idea of living some kinda of fulfilling life, or pride in sharing one’s story of life. This video is a good reminder to me at just the right time to keep pushing. I set a goal for myself to write an 8 bar hook, or to write a 16 bar verse every, or every other night. Not every hook or verse will get used of course but the practice will prove worthy. And I’ll constantly document different ideas I can build on later, or combine for something greater. Thank you for such a dope video and the inspiration! You got a sub here!

Your gonna blow up keep up w content like this! Mega insightful and in a sense the inspiration to seek

Thanks for this video bro

finally somebody is speaking about this tbh iv ben thinking about quitting fr but its good to know that somebody else feels how I feel when it comes to either making their own music or what they love in general I just hope I can overcome how I'm feeling fr and push thru it

thank you for this

Clicked on this randomly . Don’t regret it at all . Really greats tips for applying creativeness to my Beats. Thanks man

Good vid roro, subscribed

amazing vid man seriously

thank you for this video, my friend!

I'm so glad this video popped into my recommended multiple times this is really what I needed to hear right now

Great perspective bro. Whenever i had writers block i jus knew i had to wait for something in life to happen to inspire me again

This was my first video and intro to you and this was so motivational man, I'm an artist too and I get so in my head about stuff I made/make and then I get bummed and just continue making more stuff 😅 the songs I have out I'm content with but I just wanna make great music

Thanks for the advice bro

the energies you receive in every day life directly contributes to your creative workflow

Thank you for this video. Lately I’ve been in a way to perfectionistic mindset and now I’m in a way almost afraid to start something new just to disappoint myself. This motivated me a lot. Again, thank you.

For me, I experience writers block when I just wrote something really amazing. I'm always trying to top myself so when I spit some crazy shit, I'm like "Fuck... how can I beat that?" So it kind of goes into what you were saying about not being a perfectionist. But at the same time the only reason my lyrics are so potent is because of the high standards I place on myself. So what I do to get over it is, I keep spitting the verse until I become numb to it. I rap it over and over until I don't even like it anymore. Then I tuck that shit away and wait. I play beats and just wait until my brain spits something out and build from there. Before I know it, I have an even crazier rap than before. I also agree that you don't always have to drop but you should always be tinkering with something. And it should absolutely be natural. If you're forcing yourself to make something, it will probably not come out as good. Just live your life and be patient. The bars will come.

Awesome video dude your words were definitely inspirational and you were absolutely shedding!

amazing video

W video, hope it blows up

Awesome vid man.

Thank you, I know this video wasn’t made specifically for me but it just feels like perfect timing. Godspeed

This is a great video. I really relate to your perspective on creating. I would have loved a less distractive visual tbh although I understand that it works as a tool to focus on the voice

As a Video creator/editor this was really inspirational and motivating. Keep this shit up man really enjoyed it !

Great video bro. Expect nothing less from a Lucki and Earl fan👍🏾💯

new favorite you tuber ill actually watch all the time check

Great video and content. Keep lighting man

This was a amazing video learned a lot through this video.

YES I LOVE THIS VIDEO

I appreciate this video as a artist. Made some really good points

I’ve known about this literally since lucki first talked about it and it’s stuck with me ever since

Success is coming 🙌🏾

I like your outlook on the social media aspect of things I strongly agree

one of the greatest videos on youtube.

Needed it

I feel like this helped piece some things together for me.

so many gems in this video

So much value

Thank you 🔥

Thank you . I was going through writing block most of this year .

Bro this is very unique content. Gameplay while getting gems. Great work man thanks 🙋🏾‍♂️

really really great video

I love this video

This content is wonderful literallyyy just had a break in the studio and feel so inspired and read one of the books you mentioned so I know it’s real genuine advice. Keep going man this was great! Subscribed🙏🏽

I clicked this video because of the title but stayed because I love XL. This is so good

Beautiful video

Godly channel, need to be around more people in this community. I got me a channel too but i discover these other small channels with way more potential. i mean look how this vid blew up. I appreciate the message behind this video, i previously had been listening to "show your work" but recently just been out of the momentum of things. Need to continue pursuing this because i have something here.

great video man came into my life at the perfect time! you gained a sub fasho 💪🏽⭐️

wow bro, just found your channel buh this is so lit. it’s like we ina party chat just tryna be artists

good video man, keep going gods watchin u

Thank you💯

Great video 🫶🏽

Fire perspective/ video, brethern 🤌🏾

needed this, music is my passion but somedays its hard to keep up with. earned a sub.

Very helpful. I've been very stagnant an hard on myself. Difficult deciding a name also but I believe I have what I need to achieve success. Thank you roro/lucki/earl

Great video

What a great video. Truly inspiring as an upcoming producer and (hopefully when I get a microphone) songwriter

NEW FAVOURITE CHANNEL I SWEAR 2 GOD !

Great vid

aye man thank you hella for posting this, dropped a sub and appreciate the words and advice you gave immensely

this video is a gem

This video just gave me a great insight as an artist, I had my first art show titled, "The World Is Yours." this past august 13th From February 2022ish to the day of the show I was thinking of art and my art show 24/7 when I went to bed, when I woke up, at work, at home chilling, I only had dreams of my art show I kinda was losing my mind lol. But then after the show I asked myself "Now what?" And I had no idea on what to do and I tried to rush and put ideas together for another art show being super excited because of the turnout of my first art show I then realized I couldn't create id go to blank canvas and couldn't even pick up a paintbrush and wasn't even interested in anything that had to with me being creative. But I eventually got out of the creative block or whatever you wanna call it recently and been creating again. Now on to the next project.

loved this video keep it up

Thank you.

I feel you with the social media thing

Beautifully said 💪🏼

Sometimes I’ll just be chilling & randomly think of a bar, then immediately record it. Or sometimes I need to hear the right instrumental & a switch turns on & I have a million things to rap about

I can so agree that when I get writers block its because what I write isn't what I really want to write subconsciously.

Very insightful

I liked this video a lot actually