1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:01,600 Welcome back to the Deep Dive. 2 00:00:01,600 --> 00:00:05,680 Today, we're turning things up with a deep dive 3 00:00:05,680 --> 00:00:07,320 into Future's Brazier. 4 00:00:07,320 --> 00:00:08,080 Oh yeah. 5 00:00:08,080 --> 00:00:09,240 This is one you guys sent in. 6 00:00:09,240 --> 00:00:11,600 I gotta admit, when I first saw the title, 7 00:00:11,600 --> 00:00:13,480 I thought we were gonna be analyzing 8 00:00:13,480 --> 00:00:15,680 some kind of medieval barbecue situation. 9 00:00:15,680 --> 00:00:19,480 Yeah, I can see how that could be a little confusing. 10 00:00:19,480 --> 00:00:20,320 Right. 11 00:00:20,320 --> 00:00:22,800 But trust me, Brazier, the song is a whole lot hotter 12 00:00:22,800 --> 00:00:24,560 than a medieval barbecue. 13 00:00:24,560 --> 00:00:27,640 It's a prime example of Future's signature trap sound 14 00:00:27,640 --> 00:00:29,520 and a glimpse into the complex persona 15 00:00:29,520 --> 00:00:31,480 he's built throughout his career. 16 00:00:31,480 --> 00:00:32,920 Okay, so let's set the stage here 17 00:00:32,920 --> 00:00:35,520 for those who might not be familiar 18 00:00:35,520 --> 00:00:36,720 with Future's whole deal. 19 00:00:36,720 --> 00:00:37,560 Right. 20 00:00:37,560 --> 00:00:39,600 Can you give us a quick rundown of his journey? 21 00:00:39,600 --> 00:00:42,360 The source material mentions something about Meathead 22 00:00:42,360 --> 00:00:43,600 and a family connection. 23 00:00:43,600 --> 00:00:45,600 Right, so way before Brazier Future 24 00:00:45,600 --> 00:00:48,720 was part of the Dungeon Family Collective in Atlanta. 25 00:00:48,720 --> 00:00:49,560 Oh wow. 26 00:00:49,560 --> 00:00:51,600 A group that's basically hip hop royalty down there, 27 00:00:51,600 --> 00:00:54,600 and get this, his stage name back then was Meathead. 28 00:00:54,600 --> 00:00:55,680 Oh no. 29 00:00:55,680 --> 00:00:57,240 Apparently, the name stuck 30 00:00:57,240 --> 00:00:59,040 because he was the biggest guy in the studio. 31 00:00:59,040 --> 00:01:00,120 Yeah. 32 00:01:00,120 --> 00:01:01,680 Not exactly the image that comes to mind 33 00:01:01,680 --> 00:01:03,040 when you think of Future today, right? 34 00:01:03,040 --> 00:01:04,880 Dungeon Family Meathead. 35 00:01:04,880 --> 00:01:07,120 This is already so much more interesting than a barbecue. 36 00:01:07,120 --> 00:01:08,360 I know, right? 37 00:01:08,360 --> 00:01:10,680 But seriously, that's wild. 38 00:01:10,680 --> 00:01:12,800 It's almost like he's had multiple lives 39 00:01:12,800 --> 00:01:14,040 within the music industry. 40 00:01:15,200 --> 00:01:17,600 So how did Meathead transform into the future 41 00:01:17,600 --> 00:01:19,120 we know today? 42 00:01:19,120 --> 00:01:20,560 Well, a big part of that transformation 43 00:01:20,560 --> 00:01:22,360 was his cousin Rico Wade. 44 00:01:22,360 --> 00:01:23,200 Okay. 45 00:01:23,200 --> 00:01:24,960 Rico was part of Organize Noise, 46 00:01:24,960 --> 00:01:28,120 a legendary production team within the Dungeon Family, 47 00:01:28,120 --> 00:01:30,560 and he saw something special in Future. 48 00:01:30,560 --> 00:01:33,800 He became a mentor, pushing Future to refine his skills 49 00:01:33,800 --> 00:01:35,120 and find his voice. 50 00:01:35,120 --> 00:01:36,360 It makes you wonder, 51 00:01:36,360 --> 00:01:38,520 what kind of music was Future making back then? 52 00:01:38,520 --> 00:01:39,520 Was it already trapping, 53 00:01:39,520 --> 00:01:41,560 or was he experimenting with other sounds? 54 00:01:41,560 --> 00:01:42,920 That's where it gets interesting. 55 00:01:42,920 --> 00:01:44,920 Early Future sounded very different. 56 00:01:44,920 --> 00:01:45,760 Okay. 57 00:01:45,760 --> 00:01:47,080 He wasn't using auto-tune at all. 58 00:01:47,080 --> 00:01:47,920 Whoa. 59 00:01:47,920 --> 00:01:49,320 Which is pretty mind-blowing, 60 00:01:49,320 --> 00:01:52,000 considering how synonymous it's become with his sound. 61 00:01:52,000 --> 00:01:53,240 Hold up, no auto-tune. 62 00:01:53,240 --> 00:01:55,040 That's like saying pizza without cheese. 63 00:01:55,040 --> 00:01:55,920 It's just not. 64 00:01:55,920 --> 00:01:57,040 Yeah. 65 00:01:57,040 --> 00:02:01,080 Okay, so Brazier clearly comes much later in his career. 66 00:02:01,080 --> 00:02:03,280 For those just tuning into Future's world, 67 00:02:03,280 --> 00:02:05,120 can you give us the Trap 101 breakdown? 68 00:02:05,120 --> 00:02:07,960 What are the key elements that make this song 69 00:02:07,960 --> 00:02:09,960 a textbook example of the genre? 70 00:02:09,960 --> 00:02:12,000 All right, let's break it down. 71 00:02:12,000 --> 00:02:14,800 Trap music is all about that dark, hypnotic vibe, 72 00:02:14,800 --> 00:02:17,960 think heavy 808 bass synths that sound like they're melting, 73 00:02:17,960 --> 00:02:20,720 and lyrics that often center around street life, 74 00:02:20,720 --> 00:02:22,520 hustling, and achieving success. 75 00:02:22,520 --> 00:02:25,880 Despite the odds, Brazier checks all those boxes. 76 00:02:25,880 --> 00:02:28,480 The production is heavy and intense, almost cinematic, 77 00:02:28,480 --> 00:02:31,880 and Future's lyrics paint a vivid picture of his lifestyle, 78 00:02:31,880 --> 00:02:34,480 the highs, the lows, and everything in between. 79 00:02:34,480 --> 00:02:36,960 And this is where Future's use of auto-tune 80 00:02:36,960 --> 00:02:38,200 becomes a game changer. 81 00:02:38,200 --> 00:02:39,040 Yeah. 82 00:02:39,040 --> 00:02:39,880 It's not just a gimmick, 83 00:02:39,880 --> 00:02:41,360 it's part of the texture, the atmosphere of the song. 84 00:02:41,360 --> 00:02:42,200 Exactly. 85 00:02:42,200 --> 00:02:44,360 He bends and distorts his vocals with auto-tune, 86 00:02:44,360 --> 00:02:46,880 creating these warped, almost otherworldly melodies. 87 00:02:46,880 --> 00:02:49,360 It's almost like he's using his voice as another instrument, 88 00:02:49,360 --> 00:02:50,840 adding another layer 89 00:02:50,840 --> 00:02:53,800 to the song's already intense sonic landscape. 90 00:02:53,800 --> 00:02:55,480 Okay, so we've got the sonic backdrop. 91 00:02:55,480 --> 00:02:56,400 Let's talk lyrics. 92 00:02:58,760 --> 00:03:00,800 Future is known for being pretty bold, 93 00:03:00,800 --> 00:03:03,840 and Brazier definitely doesn't hold back. 94 00:03:03,840 --> 00:03:07,080 He's dropping lines about expensive cars, designer clothes, 95 00:03:07,080 --> 00:03:09,120 basically flaunting his success. 96 00:03:09,120 --> 00:03:11,360 What's the overall vibe he's going for here? 97 00:03:11,360 --> 00:03:13,440 It's classic Future braggadocio. 98 00:03:13,440 --> 00:03:16,680 He's rapping about taking cheap prices up high, 99 00:03:16,680 --> 00:03:17,920 suggesting he's in control, 100 00:03:17,920 --> 00:03:19,760 dictating the value of his product. 101 00:03:19,760 --> 00:03:20,600 Right. 102 00:03:20,600 --> 00:03:22,880 This is a common theme in trap music overcoming struggle 103 00:03:22,880 --> 00:03:23,800 and rising to the top. 104 00:03:23,800 --> 00:03:26,320 But with Future, there's always this edge, 105 00:03:26,320 --> 00:03:28,600 this sense that he's not afraid to get his hands dirty. 106 00:03:28,600 --> 00:03:30,720 Right, and he even name drops Wakanda. 107 00:03:30,720 --> 00:03:31,560 Oh yeah. 108 00:03:31,560 --> 00:03:34,000 Like the fictional African nation from Black Panther. 109 00:03:34,000 --> 00:03:35,560 That's a pretty bold statement, 110 00:03:35,560 --> 00:03:38,360 connecting himself to this image of wealth and power. 111 00:03:38,360 --> 00:03:39,200 Right. 112 00:03:39,200 --> 00:03:40,040 Like he's saying he's built his own empire, 113 00:03:40,040 --> 00:03:41,360 his own Wakanda. 114 00:03:41,360 --> 00:03:43,480 That Wakanda reference is super interesting. 115 00:03:43,480 --> 00:03:45,080 It speaks to Future's ambition 116 00:03:45,080 --> 00:03:47,440 and his connection to Black excellence. 117 00:03:47,440 --> 00:03:49,440 He's not just boasting about material wealth. 118 00:03:49,440 --> 00:03:52,400 He's tapping into a deeper cultural narrative 119 00:03:52,400 --> 00:03:55,040 about overcoming oppression and achieving greatness. 120 00:03:55,040 --> 00:03:58,000 It's also fascinating how he blends these grand statements 121 00:03:58,000 --> 00:03:59,800 with gritty details about street life. 122 00:03:59,800 --> 00:04:00,640 Yeah. 123 00:04:00,640 --> 00:04:02,320 Like in one line, he's talking about Chanel bandanas. 124 00:04:02,320 --> 00:04:03,160 Right. 125 00:04:03,160 --> 00:04:04,640 And in the next, he's rapping about guns. 126 00:04:04,640 --> 00:04:07,120 It's a jarring but powerful juxtaposition. 127 00:04:07,120 --> 00:04:10,080 It's that contrast that makes Brazier so compelling. 128 00:04:10,080 --> 00:04:10,920 Okay. 129 00:04:10,920 --> 00:04:12,280 Future isn't shying away from his past 130 00:04:12,280 --> 00:04:13,720 from the struggles that shipped him. 131 00:04:13,720 --> 00:04:15,880 He's embracing both sides of his identity, 132 00:04:15,880 --> 00:04:18,160 the street hustler and the successful artist, 133 00:04:18,160 --> 00:04:20,360 and weaving them together into a complex 134 00:04:20,360 --> 00:04:21,920 and captivating narrative. 135 00:04:21,920 --> 00:04:23,760 And the chorus, talk about a mood, 136 00:04:23,760 --> 00:04:27,320 he's heavy sedated, doxicated, I'ma go crazy. 137 00:04:27,320 --> 00:04:31,160 It's like he's embracing chaos, even reveling in it. 138 00:04:31,160 --> 00:04:32,000 Exactly. 139 00:04:32,000 --> 00:04:35,000 The chorus is where the meaning of Brazier becomes clear. 140 00:04:35,000 --> 00:04:36,560 It's a play on the word brazy, 141 00:04:36,560 --> 00:04:39,360 which basically means crazy or out of control. 142 00:04:39,360 --> 00:04:42,240 Future's creating this persona, the Brazier, 143 00:04:42,240 --> 00:04:44,760 someone who lives on the edge fueled by excess 144 00:04:44,760 --> 00:04:46,800 and unconcerned with consequences. 145 00:04:46,800 --> 00:04:47,880 It's almost like a warning shot, 146 00:04:47,880 --> 00:04:49,880 like buckle up, things are about to get wild. 147 00:04:49,880 --> 00:04:50,720 Yeah. 148 00:04:50,720 --> 00:04:52,760 There's a sense of danger and unpredictability 149 00:04:52,760 --> 00:04:57,000 in the lyrics, but also an undeniable swagger. 150 00:04:57,000 --> 00:05:00,200 You can't help but be drawn in by this Brazier persona, 151 00:05:00,200 --> 00:05:01,560 even if it's a little unsettling. 152 00:05:01,560 --> 00:05:02,920 That's the genius of Future. 153 00:05:02,920 --> 00:05:05,760 He makes you confront the darker aspects of human nature, 154 00:05:05,760 --> 00:05:08,840 the allure of excess and the consequences that come with it. 155 00:05:08,840 --> 00:05:10,840 He's not afraid to push boundaries 156 00:05:10,840 --> 00:05:12,600 and make his listeners uncomfortable, 157 00:05:12,600 --> 00:05:15,640 which is ultimately what makes his music so powerful. 158 00:05:15,640 --> 00:05:18,680 Okay, so we've established that Brazier is a wild ride, 159 00:05:18,680 --> 00:05:20,280 lyrically and sonically. 160 00:05:20,280 --> 00:05:21,120 Yeah. 161 00:05:21,120 --> 00:05:21,960 But there's some specific lines 162 00:05:21,960 --> 00:05:22,800 that really jumped out at me, 163 00:05:22,800 --> 00:05:25,600 like when he says, I'm the realest nigga she fucks, 164 00:05:25,600 --> 00:05:27,600 so that make the pussy a virgin again. 165 00:05:27,600 --> 00:05:28,600 Oh yeah. 166 00:05:28,600 --> 00:05:31,040 Whoa, talk about a statement, what's going on there? 167 00:05:31,040 --> 00:05:33,320 That line is pure future rate. 168 00:05:33,320 --> 00:05:34,160 Yeah. 169 00:05:34,160 --> 00:05:37,960 It's provocative, outrageous, and undeniably memorable. 170 00:05:37,960 --> 00:05:41,120 On one level, it's just classic hip hop braggadocio, 171 00:05:41,120 --> 00:05:45,400 but it also speaks to his need to be seen as the best, 172 00:05:45,400 --> 00:05:46,280 the most authentic. 173 00:05:46,280 --> 00:05:48,680 He's rewriting the rules, claiming ownership 174 00:05:48,680 --> 00:05:50,360 in this incredibly bold way. 175 00:05:50,360 --> 00:05:53,080 It's almost like he's creating his own mythology 176 00:05:53,080 --> 00:05:55,800 around himself, elevating his experiences 177 00:05:55,800 --> 00:05:57,440 to this legendary status. 178 00:05:57,440 --> 00:05:58,480 Right, and by doing so, 179 00:05:58,480 --> 00:06:01,320 he's challenging societal norms and expectations. 180 00:06:01,320 --> 00:06:05,640 He's saying, I define my own reality, my own value. 181 00:06:05,640 --> 00:06:07,960 It's a powerful message, even if it's delivered 182 00:06:07,960 --> 00:06:09,840 in a way that's sure to raise some eyebrows. 183 00:06:09,840 --> 00:06:11,400 Speaking of eyebrow-raising lines, 184 00:06:11,400 --> 00:06:13,320 there's another one that caught my attention. 185 00:06:13,320 --> 00:06:15,720 I took them cheap prices up high. 186 00:06:15,720 --> 00:06:18,000 It seems simple on the surface, 187 00:06:18,000 --> 00:06:20,400 but I feel like there's more to it. 188 00:06:20,400 --> 00:06:21,840 What do you think he's really saying here? 189 00:06:21,840 --> 00:06:24,120 It's a power move, plain and simple. 190 00:06:24,120 --> 00:06:27,200 He's saying he controls the market, he dictates the value. 191 00:06:27,200 --> 00:06:29,440 It's likely a reference to his past involvement 192 00:06:29,440 --> 00:06:32,520 in the drug trade, but it also speaks to his current status 193 00:06:32,520 --> 00:06:33,880 in the music industry. 194 00:06:33,880 --> 00:06:35,880 He's risen above his circumstances 195 00:06:35,880 --> 00:06:38,400 and become a major player, someone who sets trends 196 00:06:38,400 --> 00:06:39,760 and influences the game. 197 00:06:39,760 --> 00:06:43,200 And it's interesting how he weaves in these little details 198 00:06:43,200 --> 00:06:44,640 that connect back to his past. 199 00:06:44,640 --> 00:06:45,480 Yeah. 200 00:06:45,480 --> 00:06:46,600 Like, he's not ashamed of where he came from, 201 00:06:46,600 --> 00:06:47,920 but he's also not defined by it. 202 00:06:47,920 --> 00:06:48,760 Yeah. 203 00:06:48,760 --> 00:06:50,480 Exactly, he's acknowledging his roots 204 00:06:50,480 --> 00:06:53,920 while simultaneously demonstrating how far he's come. 205 00:06:53,920 --> 00:06:56,720 It's a reminder that success is often a journey, 206 00:06:56,720 --> 00:06:59,760 not a destination, and that the past can be a source 207 00:06:59,760 --> 00:07:01,600 of strength and inspiration. 208 00:07:01,600 --> 00:07:03,640 So we've talked about Wakanda Chanel bandanas 209 00:07:03,640 --> 00:07:05,560 and some seriously bold statements. 210 00:07:05,560 --> 00:07:08,320 There's one more line I wanna touch on before we move on. 211 00:07:08,320 --> 00:07:12,400 Put yellow diamonds on a black bitch and call her mulatto. 212 00:07:12,400 --> 00:07:14,280 Now the source material mentions that mulatto, 213 00:07:14,280 --> 00:07:17,800 who now goes by lotto, is a rapper of mixed race. 214 00:07:17,800 --> 00:07:19,640 What's the significance of this shout out 215 00:07:19,640 --> 00:07:21,400 and is there a deeper meaning to it? 216 00:07:21,400 --> 00:07:22,280 That's a great question, 217 00:07:22,280 --> 00:07:25,000 and it's one that requires some careful consideration. 218 00:07:25,000 --> 00:07:26,800 The line certainly pushes boundaries 219 00:07:26,800 --> 00:07:29,720 and could be interpreted in various ways on the surface. 220 00:07:29,720 --> 00:07:32,080 It might seem like a simple shout out to a fellow artist, 221 00:07:32,080 --> 00:07:35,160 but there are potentially deeper layers at play here. 222 00:07:35,160 --> 00:07:36,440 Definitely, it's important to acknowledge 223 00:07:36,440 --> 00:07:38,640 that the term mulatto is considered outdated 224 00:07:38,640 --> 00:07:40,280 and offensive by many, 225 00:07:40,280 --> 00:07:43,200 and its use can perpetuate harmful stereotypes. 226 00:07:43,200 --> 00:07:45,360 Absolutely, and it's worth considering 227 00:07:45,360 --> 00:07:47,760 whether future's use of the term was intentional 228 00:07:47,760 --> 00:07:49,800 or simply a reflection of the language used 229 00:07:49,800 --> 00:07:52,200 within certain circles at the time the song was written, 230 00:07:52,200 --> 00:07:53,800 regardless of intent. 231 00:07:53,800 --> 00:07:56,560 The line has sparked conversations about race, 232 00:07:56,560 --> 00:07:59,000 representation, and the complexities of identity 233 00:07:59,000 --> 00:08:00,800 within the hip hop community. 234 00:08:00,800 --> 00:08:03,640 It's a reminder that even when analyzing music, 235 00:08:03,640 --> 00:08:06,640 we can't shy away from these difficult conversations. 236 00:08:06,640 --> 00:08:08,640 Exactly, art can be a reflection 237 00:08:08,640 --> 00:08:10,720 of societal values and beliefs, 238 00:08:10,720 --> 00:08:13,040 and it's important to engage with it critically 239 00:08:13,040 --> 00:08:14,960 even when it makes us uncomfortable. 240 00:08:14,960 --> 00:08:17,800 Okay, so we've unpacked some of the lyrical highlights, 241 00:08:17,800 --> 00:08:20,840 but there's still so much to uncover about Brazier 242 00:08:20,840 --> 00:08:24,280 before we dive deeper into future's impact on trap music 243 00:08:24,280 --> 00:08:26,000 and his artistic evolution. 244 00:08:26,000 --> 00:08:27,280 Let's pause here for a moment. 245 00:08:27,280 --> 00:08:28,320 Sounds good to me. 246 00:08:28,320 --> 00:08:29,840 I'm ready to keep exploring the depth 247 00:08:29,840 --> 00:08:31,960 of this sonic masterpiece. 248 00:08:31,960 --> 00:08:34,800 You know, one of the things that makes Brazier so significant 249 00:08:34,800 --> 00:08:37,840 is how it showcases future's mastery of auto-tune. 250 00:08:37,840 --> 00:08:40,000 He didn't just use it, he revolutionized it. 251 00:08:40,000 --> 00:08:41,160 Okay, tell me more about that. 252 00:08:41,160 --> 00:08:43,360 I remember reading in the source material 253 00:08:43,360 --> 00:08:46,800 that even T-Pain, like the OG auto-tune king, 254 00:08:46,800 --> 00:08:48,760 wasn't a fan of future style at first. 255 00:08:48,760 --> 00:08:50,880 Yeah, T-Pain actually called out future 256 00:08:50,880 --> 00:08:52,960 for using auto-tune incorrectly. 257 00:08:52,960 --> 00:08:53,800 Oh wow. 258 00:08:53,800 --> 00:08:55,360 But future's response was brilliant. 259 00:08:55,360 --> 00:08:59,720 He basically said, look, I'm not using it to sing like you, 260 00:08:59,720 --> 00:09:02,440 I'm using it to rap to create a different sound, 261 00:09:02,440 --> 00:09:03,800 a different texture. 262 00:09:03,800 --> 00:09:05,600 And that's what's so cool about future. 263 00:09:05,600 --> 00:09:07,440 He took an existing tool, 264 00:09:07,440 --> 00:09:09,800 something that people thought they already understood 265 00:09:09,800 --> 00:09:11,960 and completely flipped the script. 266 00:09:11,960 --> 00:09:15,240 It's like he turned auto-tune into this raw, 267 00:09:15,240 --> 00:09:17,320 gritty instrument that perfectly matched 268 00:09:17,320 --> 00:09:18,400 the energy of his music. 269 00:09:18,400 --> 00:09:20,040 Exactly, and it wasn't just about the sound, 270 00:09:20,040 --> 00:09:22,120 it was about the emotion too. 271 00:09:22,120 --> 00:09:25,880 Future used auto-tune to create this sense of vulnerability, 272 00:09:25,880 --> 00:09:29,720 this almost mournful quality that resonated with listeners 273 00:09:29,720 --> 00:09:31,920 in a way that traditional rapping couldn't. 274 00:09:31,920 --> 00:09:33,800 That's like he tapped into something deeper, 275 00:09:33,800 --> 00:09:34,800 something more primal. 276 00:09:34,800 --> 00:09:37,400 You can hear the pain, the struggle, the triumph, 277 00:09:37,400 --> 00:09:39,320 all wrapped up in these auto-tune melodies. 278 00:09:39,320 --> 00:09:40,560 It's almost like he's singing the blues, 279 00:09:40,560 --> 00:09:41,400 but with a trap beat. 280 00:09:41,400 --> 00:09:42,520 That's a great analogy, 281 00:09:42,520 --> 00:09:44,240 and that's why his influence is so massive. 282 00:09:44,240 --> 00:09:46,000 He didn't just change the sound of trap, 283 00:09:46,000 --> 00:09:48,320 he expanded its emotional palette. 284 00:09:48,320 --> 00:09:51,560 So how did this new evolved sound catch on? 285 00:09:51,560 --> 00:09:54,200 Did other artists immediately jump on the bandwagon? 286 00:09:54,200 --> 00:09:55,760 It wasn't an overnight revolution, 287 00:09:55,760 --> 00:09:57,720 but Future's influence started to ripple 288 00:09:57,720 --> 00:09:59,480 through the hip hop landscape. 289 00:09:59,480 --> 00:10:01,720 You could hear it in the music of younger artists coming up, 290 00:10:01,720 --> 00:10:04,600 like Travis Scott and Lil Uzi Vert. 291 00:10:04,600 --> 00:10:07,000 They took Future's blueprint and ran with it, 292 00:10:07,000 --> 00:10:10,040 experimenting with auto-tune in their own unique ways. 293 00:10:10,040 --> 00:10:12,920 It's like he opened up a whole new world of possibilities. 294 00:10:12,920 --> 00:10:15,520 Suddenly, auto-tune wasn't just for making pop hits. 295 00:10:15,520 --> 00:10:17,440 It could be used to express the rawness 296 00:10:17,440 --> 00:10:19,720 and vulnerability of street life. 297 00:10:19,720 --> 00:10:22,560 Exactly, and it wasn't just the artists' producers 298 00:10:22,560 --> 00:10:25,240 were also inspired by Future sound. 299 00:10:25,240 --> 00:10:26,240 They started incorporating 300 00:10:26,240 --> 00:10:28,360 those dark atmospheric soundscapes, 301 00:10:28,360 --> 00:10:30,640 the heavy 808s, the distorted synths 302 00:10:30,640 --> 00:10:31,920 into their own productions. 303 00:10:31,920 --> 00:10:33,800 So Brazier wasn't just a hit song, 304 00:10:33,800 --> 00:10:36,600 it was a turning point for the entire trap genre. 305 00:10:36,600 --> 00:10:40,000 Absolutely, it solidified Future's status as a pioneer, 306 00:10:40,000 --> 00:10:42,480 an innovator who wasn't afraid to push boundaries 307 00:10:42,480 --> 00:10:45,000 and redefine what trap music could be. 308 00:10:45,000 --> 00:10:47,560 You know, one thing that always blows my mind about Future 309 00:10:47,560 --> 00:10:49,080 is his work ethic. 310 00:10:49,080 --> 00:10:50,360 The guy is a machine. 311 00:10:50,360 --> 00:10:51,760 He releases music constantly, 312 00:10:51,760 --> 00:10:54,400 like he can't stop the flow of creativity. 313 00:10:54,400 --> 00:10:55,760 That's part of his mystique, right? 314 00:10:55,760 --> 00:10:56,600 Yeah. 315 00:10:56,600 --> 00:10:58,360 He's constantly evolving, experimenting, 316 00:10:58,360 --> 00:11:00,920 pushing himself and the genre forward. 317 00:11:00,920 --> 00:11:03,240 He's not content to rest on his laurels. 318 00:11:03,240 --> 00:11:05,760 He's always looking for new ways to innovate. 319 00:11:05,760 --> 00:11:08,120 And that's what keeps his music so fresh and exciting. 320 00:11:08,120 --> 00:11:09,920 Even when he's rapping about familiar themes, 321 00:11:09,920 --> 00:11:12,400 he finds new ways to say it, new sounds to explore. 322 00:11:12,400 --> 00:11:13,680 He's a master of reinvention 323 00:11:13,680 --> 00:11:15,760 and Brazier is a perfect example of that. 324 00:11:15,760 --> 00:11:18,520 It takes those core elements of the dark production, 325 00:11:18,520 --> 00:11:19,920 the street narratives, 326 00:11:19,920 --> 00:11:22,200 and elevates them to a whole new level. 327 00:11:22,200 --> 00:11:24,360 Okay, so we've talked about Future's background, 328 00:11:24,360 --> 00:11:27,560 his rise to fame, his groundbreaking use of auto-tune, 329 00:11:27,560 --> 00:11:30,120 and the deeper meaning behind Brazier. 330 00:11:30,120 --> 00:11:32,080 But there's one more layer to this deep dive 331 00:11:32,080 --> 00:11:34,560 I want to explore, Future's persona. 332 00:11:34,560 --> 00:11:38,760 He cultivates this image of a rock star, a trap king, 333 00:11:38,760 --> 00:11:41,440 living a life of excess and indulgence. 334 00:11:41,440 --> 00:11:42,400 How much of that is real 335 00:11:42,400 --> 00:11:44,920 and how much of it is a carefully constructed image? 336 00:11:44,920 --> 00:11:46,680 That's the million dollar question, isn't it? 337 00:11:46,680 --> 00:11:47,800 And it's one that's been debated 338 00:11:47,800 --> 00:11:49,400 by music critics and fans alike. 339 00:11:49,400 --> 00:11:50,920 There's no doubt that Future's lyrics 340 00:11:50,920 --> 00:11:53,560 often blur the lines between reality and fiction. 341 00:11:53,560 --> 00:11:55,240 He's a master storyteller 342 00:11:55,240 --> 00:11:57,200 and he knows how to create compelling narratives 343 00:11:57,200 --> 00:11:58,880 that draw you into his world. 344 00:11:58,880 --> 00:12:02,080 But there's also a rawness, a vulnerability to his music 345 00:12:02,080 --> 00:12:05,320 that suggests he's not just putting on a front. 346 00:12:05,320 --> 00:12:07,800 He's been very open about his personal life, 347 00:12:07,800 --> 00:12:09,320 his relationships, his struggles. 348 00:12:09,320 --> 00:12:11,880 Exactly, and that's what makes him so relatable. 349 00:12:11,880 --> 00:12:14,120 Even when he's rapping about buying out a bar 350 00:12:14,120 --> 00:12:16,120 or showering someone with diamonds, 351 00:12:16,120 --> 00:12:18,360 you get the sense that he's lived through some things 352 00:12:18,360 --> 00:12:21,000 that he's experienced both the highs and lows 353 00:12:21,000 --> 00:12:22,040 of that lifestyle. 354 00:12:22,040 --> 00:12:24,160 It's like he's inviting us into his world warts and all 355 00:12:24,160 --> 00:12:26,560 and saying, this is who I am, take it or leave it. 356 00:12:26,560 --> 00:12:28,080 And that's what makes him so compelling. 357 00:12:28,080 --> 00:12:29,760 He's not afraid to be himself, 358 00:12:29,760 --> 00:12:32,840 even when that self is messy, complicated, 359 00:12:32,840 --> 00:12:34,200 and full of contradictions. 360 00:12:34,200 --> 00:12:35,280 Speaking of contradictions, 361 00:12:35,280 --> 00:12:37,880 one of the things that struck me about Brezier 362 00:12:37,880 --> 00:12:40,760 is how it balances this over-the-top braggadocio 363 00:12:40,760 --> 00:12:42,520 with moments of introspection, 364 00:12:42,520 --> 00:12:44,720 like he's celebrating his success, 365 00:12:44,720 --> 00:12:47,360 but also acknowledging the emptiness that can come with it. 366 00:12:47,360 --> 00:12:48,760 That's a great observation. 367 00:12:48,760 --> 00:12:50,680 There's a line in the song where he says, 368 00:12:50,680 --> 00:12:53,320 I done bought out every bottle, but I'm still thirsty. 369 00:12:53,320 --> 00:12:54,680 It's such a simple line, 370 00:12:54,680 --> 00:12:56,560 but it speaks volumes about the complexities 371 00:12:56,560 --> 00:12:57,800 of fame and fortune. 372 00:12:57,800 --> 00:13:00,160 It's like he's saying, I have everything I ever wanted, 373 00:13:00,160 --> 00:13:01,960 but I'm still not fulfilled. 374 00:13:01,960 --> 00:13:03,680 There's a sense of longing, 375 00:13:03,680 --> 00:13:05,440 of searching for something more 376 00:13:05,440 --> 00:13:07,320 that I think a lot of people can relate to, 377 00:13:07,320 --> 00:13:08,880 regardless of their background. 378 00:13:08,880 --> 00:13:12,000 It's that human element that makes Future's music resonate, 379 00:13:12,000 --> 00:13:14,680 even when it's brash and over-the-top. 380 00:13:14,680 --> 00:13:16,720 He's not just a caricature. 381 00:13:16,720 --> 00:13:19,880 He's a complex individual with flaws and insecurities, 382 00:13:19,880 --> 00:13:21,120 just like the rest of us. 383 00:13:21,120 --> 00:13:23,320 And Brezier captures all of that, doesn't it? 384 00:13:23,320 --> 00:13:26,760 The braggadocio, the darkness, the vulnerability, 385 00:13:26,760 --> 00:13:28,760 it's all there swirling together 386 00:13:28,760 --> 00:13:31,920 in this sonic vortex of trap excellence. 387 00:13:31,920 --> 00:13:34,160 It's a microcosm of Future's artistry, 388 00:13:34,160 --> 00:13:36,600 a glimpse into the mind of a musical visionary 389 00:13:36,600 --> 00:13:38,960 who's reshaped the landscape of hip hop. 390 00:13:38,960 --> 00:13:40,960 All right, so we've gone deep on Future Brezier, 391 00:13:40,960 --> 00:13:43,080 the whole trap scene before we wrap up. 392 00:13:43,080 --> 00:13:44,840 I have to ask, looking back the lyrics, 393 00:13:44,840 --> 00:13:46,320 what stands out to you the most? 394 00:13:46,320 --> 00:13:47,880 The line that always gets me is, 395 00:13:47,880 --> 00:13:49,520 I'm the realest nigga she fucked 396 00:13:49,520 --> 00:13:52,000 so that make the pussy a virgin again. 397 00:13:52,000 --> 00:13:53,720 It's so audacious, so Future. 398 00:13:53,720 --> 00:13:56,240 Right, it's like he's rewriting the rules of the game, 399 00:13:56,240 --> 00:14:00,000 asserting his dominance in this incredibly bold, 400 00:14:00,000 --> 00:14:02,280 almost absurd way. 401 00:14:02,280 --> 00:14:04,720 But it's also a window into his psyche. 402 00:14:04,720 --> 00:14:06,920 There's a deep-seated insecurity there, 403 00:14:06,920 --> 00:14:08,640 a need to prove himself that I think 404 00:14:08,640 --> 00:14:10,120 fuels a lot of his music. 405 00:14:10,120 --> 00:14:10,960 That's a great point. 406 00:14:10,960 --> 00:14:13,520 It's like, even with all the wealth and success, 407 00:14:13,520 --> 00:14:15,160 there's still this underlying sense 408 00:14:15,160 --> 00:14:17,520 of striving for validation. 409 00:14:17,520 --> 00:14:20,440 It's the human element that makes Future's music resonate, 410 00:14:20,440 --> 00:14:22,440 even when it's brash and over the top. 411 00:14:22,440 --> 00:14:24,240 He's not just a caricature, 412 00:14:24,240 --> 00:14:27,480 he's a complex individual with flaws and insecurities, 413 00:14:27,480 --> 00:14:28,600 just like the rest of us. 414 00:14:28,600 --> 00:14:30,880 And Brazier is a perfect example of that complexity. 415 00:14:30,880 --> 00:14:32,960 It's a song that celebrates excess, 416 00:14:32,960 --> 00:14:35,840 but also hints at the emptiness that can come with it. 417 00:14:35,840 --> 00:14:39,080 It's a song that's both empowering and unsettling, 418 00:14:39,080 --> 00:14:40,800 a reflection of the contradictions 419 00:14:40,800 --> 00:14:43,000 that make Future such a fascinating artist. 420 00:14:43,000 --> 00:14:44,800 I think that's what makes him so relevant, 421 00:14:44,800 --> 00:14:47,320 even all these years after Brazier was released. 422 00:14:47,320 --> 00:14:49,440 He's tapping into something universal, 423 00:14:49,440 --> 00:14:50,920 something about the human condition 424 00:14:50,920 --> 00:14:53,120 that transcends genre and time. 425 00:14:53,120 --> 00:14:54,120 Well said. Yeah. 426 00:14:54,120 --> 00:14:55,480 I think we've officially reached the bottom 427 00:14:55,480 --> 00:14:56,400 of this deep dive. 428 00:14:56,400 --> 00:14:58,800 Any final thoughts for our listener before we surface? 429 00:14:58,800 --> 00:15:01,480 I'd encourage our listener to consider how Brazier fits 430 00:15:01,480 --> 00:15:03,840 into the larger evolution of trap music. 431 00:15:03,840 --> 00:15:05,040 How has the genre changed 432 00:15:05,040 --> 00:15:07,560 since Future first burst onto the scene? 433 00:15:07,560 --> 00:15:09,440 And how does Future's music continue 434 00:15:09,440 --> 00:15:11,280 to influence the artists of today? 435 00:15:11,280 --> 00:15:13,240 That's a great question to ponder. 436 00:15:13,240 --> 00:15:15,200 Thanks for joining us on this sonic adventure 437 00:15:15,200 --> 00:15:17,240 through the world of Future and Brazier. 438 00:15:17,240 --> 00:15:19,280 Until next time, keep diving deep 439 00:15:19,280 --> 00:15:26,280 and keep those ears open for the unexpected tourists.