#OnThisDay February 22, 2000

Aaliyah's "Try Again" single hits the airways becoming #1 on the Billboard Top 100 charts!

I normally always double check my dates before I post them and I noticed Wikipedia now says this was released March 21, 2000? Not sure who keeps changing dates. Glad I print screened my sources. Even Apple Music and YouKNowIGotSoul still say it was released February 22. *shrugs*

Also, let's entertain the fact the song came out March 21 instead.... Why would the soundtrack come out on the 14th? Before any single is released? Who does that? Usually, there is a single to ramp up the excitement of the album/soundtrack.

Anyhoo... What's your favorite thing about this music video?

I always thought it was cool that she had JET LI in it. This was like.. his first ever music video debut.. right? She could have done that video ANY way and told a different story in the video of a guy liking a girl and being nervous to ask her out ... but she went this route. They looked like they had so much fun in that video. I loved it!

Brian & Que sharing YouKnowIGotSoul’s post to their stories - 4/23

Young souls album edit

#YOUNG SOULS ALBUM EDIT MOVIE#

When he left, I wrote the lyrics, put it together, played it for Salaam and he loved it. He played the sample, I loved the sample, so he looped it up and left the studio, he had to go to New York.

#YOUNG SOULS ALBUM EDIT MOVIE#

Basically how that went down was Salaam found a sample and the sample as from a movie called “Doom” if I’m not mistaken. Talk about that song as well.ĬJ Hilton: We had a lot of fun making that record. YouKnowIGotSoul: You mentioned “soulful with a hip-hop flavor” and that’s the feeling I get from the first single “So Fresh”. Actually, he’s a pretty good friend of mine now so it worked well. It was a great combination for me and Salaam to work together. It was one of the greatest ideas because Salaam is a really soulful dude as well but he has this real hip-hop flavor to his music. Talk about how you originally linked up with him.ĬJ Hilton: Well when I came to RCA Records about a year and a half ago, Peter Edge which is the chairman of RCA thought it would be a great idea for me and Salaam to work together. YouKnowIGotSoul: You mentioned Salaam Remi and I know you’ve worked with him a bunch. It was a really, really, really cold time for me, but it was summer, so I felt like the only way I could get through this is to write about it. I’ll never forget, it was the 3rd of July, right before the 4th she left. I listened to the track for a day or two, and at that time my daughter’s mother had just left me. YouKnowIGotSoul: Talk about how the single “Cold Summer” was created.ĬJ Hilton: It pretty much started out with Salaam Remi sending me a track. We’re just promoting that record right now. We’re on the second single right now entitled “Cold Summer”. It’s very soulful but I’m 23 years old so it’s coming from a young person. We have some great material on there, it’s a really, really soulful album. We’re actually mixing and mastering right now. What’s the progress of it and what can we expect to find on there?ĬJ Hilton: Right now we’re pretty much 95% done on the album. YouKnowIGotSoul: Talk to me about the debut album you’re working on called “Cold Summer”.

Musiq soulchild love lyric

I think that it’s important that people are introduced to the many different perspectives on how to deal and engage with this love thing because we’ve been so desensitized with a lot of the stuff that we hear in these fairytale type songs and what we see in this movies and shows. Also this book as well is definitely a representation, it’s actually a culmination of information that I’ve gathered so far in dealing with love.

My music is a direct reflection of my experiences, not necessarily verbatim, however the lessons that I’ve learned in those experiences is what I use as a motivation and an inspiration for the songs that I write and sing and perform. Musiq Soulchild: My music is a direct representation in essence, not autobiographical but in essence, of the lessons I’ve learned in my experiences in dealing with love. YouKnowIGotSoul: I read in another interview you did that this book talks about how your music was affected by love and relationships and also how your music affected others love and relationships. If you have advanced intentions on becoming a person who loves better or a better person to love, to give and receive love, then I pray that this book helps you.

It’s not just in the bedroom, it’s as a person who loves. Musiq Soulchild: “Love 143…According to Musiq” is a book about love and it’s intended to assist people in becoming better lovers. YouKnowIGotSoul: Your new book “143…Love According to Musiq” is out now. YouKnowIGotSoul caught up with Musiq prior to a recent performance in NYC and discussed the motivation behind the book, what he’s getting into next musically, his creative process through the years, and much more. The book will help him accomplish what he’s already been attempting to do with each song he creates change people’s lives for the better. That’s exactly what he did with his new book “143…Love According to Musiq”, a culmination of the information he’s gathered about love over the years. So who better who write a book on the topic of love than Musiq himself. Over the years, he’s made a name for himself by creating timeless love music that has surely guided many fans through their own relationships over the years. Through his career that has spanned over a decade, there hasn’t been much that Musiq Soulchild hasn’t accomplished.

Wow I love @youknowigotsoul they was on of the first to post along with @vibemagazine my first ever single #outtathisworld in 2011 😮 nice to be back on the site ❤️❤️❤️❤️🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 #magnet #introducingbonitajalane #youknowigotsoul #singer #songwriter #atlanta #music #grassroots #independentartist https://www.instagram.com/p/BvP7VzaBSD-/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1jgt1h0wpzpii

NEW VIDEO OUT NOW: PITY PARTY The incredible @iamchelseaiam of @thefeastnyc just released her BRAND NEW VISUAL for "PITY PARTY" TODAY at the link in her bio courtesy of @youknowigotsoul and at https://youtu.be/H8eCs7L6Wqo Be sure to support it and share it.... And S/O to @teamkelley's daughter Taylor who makes an amazing cameo in the video #IAmChelseaIAm #PityParty #NewVideoOutNow #NewSingleOutNow #SingerSongwriters #TheFeastNYC #Guitarist #Vocalist #YouTube #TaylorTuesday #YouKnowIGotSoul #Christian #SupportIndependentArtists #SupportChristianArtists #TopTierLyricist #ImOnThatNextNEXT #EngagingTheCulture #Soul #RnB #SoulMusic #Alternative #ProgressiveSoul #NeoSoul

Come celebrate new beginnings with me as I reveal new music & the power of love, live at SOB’s (204 Varick st. New York) showtime is 8pm. We are the revolution. . . . Purchase tickets using promo code “STEFF” (link in my bio) . . . #SteffReed #sobsnyc #SolVillage #ericroberson #YouKnowIGotSoul #livemusic #rnb #musician #blackmusic #soulmusic #nycevents #nycnightlife #concert (at SOB's)

Sample tingz! @ladynicolewray is about to SAAANG!!! Click the link in @convertkit's bio and get notified! #ladywray #live #nicolewray #covertkit #welive #performance #singers #voices #missyelliott #joinus #nicole #lady #QueenAlone #love #quarantinelife #rnb #quarentineconcert #soulmusic #bigcrownrecords #bigcrown @theshaderoom @youknowigotsoul @teamcurtainscom @theyhavetherange https://www.instagram.com/p/CCv5UyYnvfc/?igshid=62v6ge2myey7

When I play with old records this sometimes happens 🤷🏻‍♂️ #rakim #soul #hiphop #80s #rap #rock #eyeofthetiger #remix #iknowyougotsoul #youknowigotsoul (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bsfboc9HV6Q/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=t4vh55j1wgli

Happy (belated) Blessed birthday to Keir Lamont Gist (born September 15, 1969), professionally known by his stage name KayGee, best known as a member of hip hop trio Naughty by Nature.

YouKnowIGotSoul: We do a lot to keep Aaliyah’s legacy alive. What do you guys remember most about working with her? Naughty by Nature (Kay Gee): She kept her family with her, her mother and her brother. She was one of those people where if you saw her, you just knew she was a star; it just came off like that. Even working with her, we were working with her in a small room in Battery Studios, with Renee (from Zhane). We were working on “Are You Ready” from the “Sunset Park” soundtrack. It was incredible. I just cherish the moment and I’m glad I had the chance to meet her and say I’ve known her and had the chance to work with her. There are some people you put on a pedestal and say you want to work with, and she’s one I’m glad I had the chance.

A year ago today @itsjulianking "No Strings" off of his Sing For You EP. S/o to @youknowigotsoul & @b_avision for producing this record and a crowd favorite at Julian's shows. Catch Julian King at SXSW for the Amplify Philly show next month in Austin, TX!! #dopaminedreamz #twenty20ent #julianking #singforyou #nostrings #bam #kristofermurray #cesar #kristaloliver #tytewriter #mamasboys #youknowigotsoul #kobaltmusic #sonyatv #ascap #philly #rnb #pop #sxsw #sxsw2017 #amplifyphilly

That triple OG chicken and waffles spot my nucca! #roscoeschickenandwaffles #chickenandwaffles #youknowigotsoul #hollywood #recordshopping #lunchofchampions (at Roscoe’s House of Chicken & Waffles)

Massive thanks to @youknowigotsoul for the love and support! #RnBDidntDie 🇺🇸🇬🇧 Come Over ft @teedramoses OUT NOW . . . . . . #RnB #Music #Blog #Blogger #Singer #RnBOnly #AppleMusic #Tidal #Spotify #iTunes #SoundCloud #NewMusic #Artist #Vocals #ComeOver #RicardoWilliams (at Birmingham, United Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bvg1yyigXWG/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=wq9vx67zxv1t

Shout out to @youknowigotsoul on the post for the MORE music video!! Thank you so much, blessings to you guys!! Wonders, it's beginning!! 💜😏🌌😁🌌 #LennyHarold #LH #SingerSongWriter #Cosmic #YeahBaby #Artist #NewMusic #NewAlbum #DrinkUpTheMusic #RM2Music #Vegan #SuperHeroStatus #RnB #Soul #Grammys #WakandaForever #NewJersey #UK #Japan #Marvel #Next #LoveMovement https://www.instagram.com/p/Bst9ieAhmjL/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=l64pqx8ld7ni

Interview with Dana Vaughns

We had the pleasure of interviewing Dana Vaughns over Zoom video!  Los Angeles-based triple threat Dana Vaughns is a fast-emerging artist making waves in the entertainment industry. The 23-year-old's fresh take on R&B combines classic 90s influences with a selection of pop and electronic sounds to create a musical identity that is uniquely his own.          Dana's first taste of success was performing in Kidz Bop, leading to subsequent TV and film castings. After a brief stint as 1/3 of the boy band IM5, Dana launched his solo career with the piano ballad "Feelings." The single, which centered on unrequited love, amassed over 3 million streams with its accompanying video racking up 125k views on YouTube. The single was shortly followed by the uptempo record "Whoa Shit," which accumulated 300K streams, laying a solid foundation for his third follow-up single, "Underneath," released in March 2018. His highly anticipated debut EP, "Familiar Strangers" - a montage of first-time and familiar experiences with a new lover arrived in November 2019.  Following the project release he earned himself features from Apple Music, Spotify, TIDAL, SoundCloud, Essence, Revolt TV, ET Canada, Sheen Magazine, ThisIsR&B, Rated R&B, YouKnowIGotSoul, Hollywood Life, EscapeTracks, and many more !  Dana Vaughns is set to release his sophomore project, "Love So Different" on Friday, July 23rd. Inspired by a long-distance relationship, the project documents the singer's self-acceptance journey for things that he cannot change. A well-rounded blend of classic and contemporary R&B sounds, "Love So Different" offers a selection of soulful, feel-good, encompassing feelings of introspection, freedom, and fun.  Following the release of "Love So Different", Dana will also return in his recurring role as Marcus Jones in season 2 of Mindy Kaling's Netflix "Never Have I Ever". His previously released single "Girlfriend" will be featured in the season finale episode. As a fast-emerging talent in the R&B sphere, Dana Vaughns has established himself as an individual to keep on your radar. We want to hear from you! Please email [email protected]. www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #Netflix #NeverHaveIEver #DanaVaughns #zoom #aspn #americansongwriter #americansongwriterpodcastnetwork Listen & Subscribe to BiB Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter!  source https://www.spreaker.com/user/14706194/interview-with-dana-vaughns

Special Announcement: Wednesday, April 19th I'll be a featured artist in the Sol village showcase at @sobsnyc hosted by @erro44 and sponsored by @youknowigotsoul music by @urbanphilosopher . . I'll be performing all new music from my upcoming project. showtime is 8pm!! . . for discounted tickets, click the link in my bio and use the access code "STEFF". . . See you there! Peace and love. . . #SolVillage #sobs #sobsnyc #nycevents #livemusic #SteffReed #NewSoulRenaissance #ericroberson #soulmusic #artist #music #YouKnowIGotSoul #RnB # (at SOB's (Sounds of Brazil))