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When you think of all the things Macklemore has been through, his addiction and how he overcame it through his music. It’s just so touching, you can see he loves doing this. This is not a hobby for him, it’s his life.
@@wyganter addiction doesn’t really work like that….pretty hard to keep a job with the kind of relationship he has had with substances. It’s not impossible, but unlikely, that he’d be performing this well if he were using before this performance. Plus, I don’t know why he would be so open about his various relapses if he was secretly always using…🤷🏻♀️
@@darinz7182 Whats even weirder is this isn't his life at all. He hasn't been that active since he had his kid. He puts his family first, family is his life. Music is his profession or his job, sure he enjoys it but it doesn't come before family.
Idk why nobody has corrected this but a trumpet doesnt have keys, it doesnt involve finger play... Thats a cornet... Trumpets are used by manipulating your lips but no real hand work
***** Yes, Passion! 5-hour Energy's new flavor 'Passion Fruit' has Zero Sugars and Zero Net-Carbs. This gives Mac and Ryan plenty of energy, to overcome come homophobia as well as that "2:30 feeling."
Man, revisiting this tiny desk in 2024 knowing full well that this man is raising a couple of amazing kids is just mind boggling. His heart, soul, and skill went no where but UP.
That first song... Same Love... I've heard it before but never really loved it or paid too much attention to it. Perhaps because of the unique format of this tiny desk concert, I gave it a genuine listen this time. It's a much more heartfelt and powerful song than I previously realized. It kinda reminded me of a sermon, but predicated on compassion and with universal applicability.
I was never a fan of Macklemore’s for reasons I’m unsure of. Until I saw this. The passion and authenticity is 2nd to none. Big props to guy, he plays for a dozen people the same as he would for 50k. True artistry
These songs still feel relevant and new to me, so it's weird to think that this was 2012. That first song _(Same Love)_ was a really bold thing to do at the time, as we were still 3 years (!) away from marriage equality. Obviously nobody can say how much influence any one event had on the eventual outcome, but stuff like that is how society moves forward - you and defend the things that need defending and don't back down. Good for Macklemore, Ryan Lewis, and everyone involved in the song.
I love how into it they get. Like a lot of artists just sing the song and then they're done, but nah he gets into it and enjoys his work. They really give it there all and I respect that.
Huge respect for this guy. They showed this video at High Performance Academy as an example of someone who brings the joy and passion authentically. In a space like this, he definitely brings it!
I have so much respect for this man, for that room, for NPR. Music, the world's medicine. Can cure a broken heart, a dying man's agony and the hatred of an entire race. But no matter the dosage of medicine, "we have to change us."
I have to agree, we always hear that laughter is medicine and that it true, it’s very therapeutic but music can comfort a soul in ways nothing else can. It cuts through pain and for me even though dementia when your soul’s adrift. Sometimes I think musicians don’t realize the power they hold.
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No matter how many times I hear "Thrift Shop", it just never gets old. 0:00 - Same Love 5:30 Thrift Shop 9:41 Can't Hold Us ;) Can't help but respect a man who treats a Tiny Desk like a MSG stage!
I just met Macklemore this weekend at his store opening, and he exudes good energy. He was all smiles, and such a sweetheart! I love him, and this is my new comfort video.
the only thing that REALLY annoys me is, that Macklemore has no live band! It's just Ryan Lewis, sitting behind his Mac and playing the track. It would be so much more intense, if there were some cool dudes who play the piano,drums and stuff like that. :/ But yeah....guess that won't change :D But I love his music though! Great musician
Then I've got a tip for you... Check out 'Peter Fox' in almost any life performance... THAT is how a band should sound when doing a boombastic live performance.
Macklemore is amazing, I love how progressive he is, he has brought marriage into the mainstream. He also talks about not doing drugs and how you're a great person by yourself. BUT! I always feel bad for Ryan Lewis sitting in the background xD
I so badly want to see him in concert he's got so much energy and he puts on such a great show and I love how he's smiling the whole time he's singing you can tell he really sincerely loves what he does
No no hes playing THE trumpet, but hes not playing a collection of musical lines written FOR trumpet as there is no trumpet in the songs. He is mostly playing saxophone parts, etc.
Instantly hit replay after finishing this video. Macklemore's rhythm, spirit and energy is a breath of fresh air, not to mention his incredible lyrics and band. Same Love will always be one of my favourite songs. So moving and intelligent. Big props to Makclemore and the whole crew.
His passion and energy really captivates me. He's really good. Its 2020 and I’m still trying to figure out how I can be as cool as occasional trumpet guy
nah. ryan lewis is that dude that made every sound you're hearing and deserves to be sitting there. every hip hop artist should give so much credit to their producers.
I love this guy, he has the balls to come out with songs such as Same Love, Wednesday, America etc - he has the courage to speak/sing of deep convictions, no matter what the backlash may be that comes with it And I also love his quirky sense of humour with songs such as Thriftshop He really gives his all HUGE RESPECT for this guy Plus hes totally stunning looking!
These three song…slayed!! To know Macklemore sounds the same whether in person or in the studio makes me love him even more. The definition of an ‘artist’.
Heard macklemore plenty of times and like his music but always in passing. After watching this I'm a massive fan. The way he presents himself and his talent had my attention straight away. love it. 👍
Ничего не понимаю, но экспрессия, ритм и жесты этого дядечки завораживают, и тоже хочется с ним прыгать и быть вовлеченной в это действо!) Спасибо, что разбудил! Жизнь прекрасна, когда все шевелится да ещё с таким энтузиазмом!!!
Macklemore got a new fan. Everytime I hear this it blows me away. Then I put on headphones 🎧 and it blew my mind. Made me want to work out. No one else has ever accomplished that.
God, came back to this years later... SO GOOD! His passion is insane, and that trumpet player is a G. Ray dalton is incredible too. This is one of the best performances I’ve seen tbh...
One day many years ago, I heard this song on the radio, and for many years I tried to find it. Until now, I didnt know that he was the singer, or even the name of the song. And now here it is, this was my time to find it again. Thank you.
I'm astounded by his performance. Absolutely beautiful all the way through. He feels the music with passion and let's it out in his performance and I'm fairly impressed. Killin it my man.
Absolute Gem! His voice is flawless; in that he sounds exactly as he does in album versions!! A pleasure to accompany a beautiful warm spring evening in Australia 🇦🇺⭐️😍👌
after many years of watching and listening to music on youtube this is one of the vids that I come back to over and over. truly one of the great performances of all time.
Macklemore have the right tone to some kind of magical ritualistic music for those weird times. What a experience everytime I come back to this video, also Dalton has such a powerful voice. What a combo.
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What a weird comment given the first song he performed, lol.
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Ahoeaaa. Love from South Africa.
Anyone here in 2024?
Yep
I come back at least 2x a year 👋
Once a month 🎉
Me
😊
You never know how talented someone is until you see them live at the tiny desk! Macklemore just killed it. Such passion.
yess
Talented is an understatement
@@dgmclar regardless he performed it and it's amazing
@@dgmclar That made me sad. I would like to believe it was live? Otherwise that throws the entire integrity of NPR under the bus.
true words
ray dalton just seems like a genuinely nice guy. he just looks so happy the whole time while he just waits patiently for his time to shine
yeah It made me smile when he started singing
And WHAT a VOICE....pure velvet.
He is one of a kind! I met him back in 2011 or 2012. He was so sweet! Wonder where he is now...
He seems very polite
wit his bad gold tie haha just a treasure
man at times like these, we need another Macklemore tiny desk or concert
Im telling you this is comfort food for me
These days, glorious, good old days
Lol wut
Him and chancd man
so true
I come back to this every 3 or 4 months to restore my soul.
Same
YUP! Same! Feels so good~
Yes!
Me too!!
Something about a good live performance packs more punch than the studio recorded songs. It's palpable!
Yes sir
Can't help but respect a man who treats a Tiny Desk like a MSG stage!
more than agree, and its look like the crowd not entire high?
Lol yes!
He is him
Ray Dalton and his church claps give me life still in 2020.
OMG....that's all I can say
yaaaas! love his voiceeee!
When you think of all the things Macklemore has been through, his addiction and how he overcame it through his music. It’s just so touching, you can see he loves doing this. This is not a hobby for him, it’s his life.
Minnie Or maybe the music business is just a way for him to afford quality drugs?
@@wyganter haha...the other side of the coin....✌
@@wyganter addiction doesn’t really work like that….pretty hard to keep a job with the kind of relationship he has had with substances. It’s not impossible, but unlikely, that he’d be performing this well if he were using before this performance. Plus, I don’t know why he would be so open about his various relapses if he was secretly always using…🤷🏻♀️
Uh, for EVERYONE at this level it's not a hobby. ??? Weird comment.
@@darinz7182 Whats even weirder is this isn't his life at all. He hasn't been that active since he had his kid. He puts his family first, family is his life. Music is his profession or his job, sure he enjoys it but it doesn't come before family.
0:00 - Same Love
5:30 Thrift Shop
9:41 Can't Hold Us
;)
MVP
Its 2020 and I’m still trying to figure out how I can be as cool as occasional trumpet guy
Have you gotten a trumpet yet?
Dans_Drone_Pictures he’s not Miles Davis. Miles Davis is cool. Be cool like Miles Davis.
@@oar5926 if peeing your pants is cool...
Slide whistle is a solid back up option
Idk why nobody has corrected this but a trumpet doesnt have keys, it doesnt involve finger play... Thats a cornet... Trumpets are used by manipulating your lips but no real hand work
10 years later this performance still serves chills up and down the whole body
Give the man a body bag. He murdered that place
same here, bro! 11 years already and counting...
His breath control is sickening! He sounds just like the studio version. This is so rare for rappers.
We need him back live
I wonder where Macklemore gets his high energy from. He still gives his all even performing in front of a few people.
I think he truly enjoys what he does.
actually he's preforming for over a million ppl ....and counting
These few people are some of the smartest, coolest people on earth
It's called passion
***** Yes, Passion! 5-hour Energy's new flavor 'Passion Fruit' has Zero Sugars and Zero Net-Carbs. This gives Mac and Ryan plenty of energy, to overcome come homophobia as well as that "2:30 feeling."
No matter how many times I hear
"Thrift Shop", it just never gets old.
me too great song
10 yrs later and this performance is still dope. Dude definitely brings the vibe.
Man, revisiting this tiny desk in 2024 knowing full well that this man is raising a couple of amazing kids is just mind boggling. His heart, soul, and skill went no where but UP.
it took youtube 8 years to recommend this...
Clark Webb same. So good it was worth the wait.
Same. They made the right decision
Wow! Same here!
he he.
HA! Just got it today. Did they even have recommendations back in 2012?
I just want 1% of Macklemore's energy, what a singer and showman!
That first song... Same Love... I've heard it before but never really loved it or paid too much attention to it. Perhaps because of the unique format of this tiny desk concert, I gave it a genuine listen this time. It's a much more heartfelt and powerful song than I previously realized. It kinda reminded me of a sermon, but predicated on compassion and with universal applicability.
Its beautiful❤
Yep
Same
It’s a very powerful song imdeeed
I was never a fan of Macklemore’s for reasons I’m unsure of. Until I saw this. The passion and authenticity is 2nd to none. Big props to guy, he plays for a dozen people the same as he would for 50k. True artistry
Listen to "neon cathedral". A song about his struggle with alcoholism. It's painful how much he pours into his music.
Still coming back after all these years. Definitely a top 5 NPR moment.
Loved this but can't help thinking it would have been amazing if they performed it acoustically.
DaysAsMe k
Monika Czarnota mad?
I just realized that I was smiling the whole time. Macklemore has such an infectious smile
who came here after his "Hinds Hall" song on may 2024 🔥🙌🤍!!!
Macklemore always on the right side of history
*raises hand* 🔥
same here came after hind's hall song , this men is a legend
Ray Daltons awkward dancing and clapping is what helps me get out of bed. I mean his voice daymn. But his dancing makes it
Burnt Spoon I feel bad for guy cause they still bit his voice in a backing track. Was sad cause his voice is so good live
he's a legend
Caleb westerdaal Most of the music was just the same studio recording. It just takes all the fun out of a live performance.
he was only 21 when this was recorded. crazy.
I forget how much I love Macklemore until I listen to him
Four notes into "Same Love" and I'm already crying.
Same here! Love is patience, love is kind!
I cry every time I hear this song ❤️
okay so it’s not just me 😭
Moves me too
Ohhh same I'm sobbing 😭😭💞💞💞
I give Macklemore so much props for actually sounding the same on record as he does in a tiny desk concert.
I love that you can hear the heart in his lyrics. Every song he has made is a rare, pure expression. That is why Macklemore stands out
I know it's some kind of late reaply, but check out the tiny desk with "Hobo Johnson and The Lovemakers" It's really so authentic as well!
Totally agree, plus love his whimsical, even mischeviously satrical sense of humour
@@Recrohin YESSSS!!!!! LOVEEE HOBO JOHNSON!!
"same love" is such a heartwarming song, even if i am straight. "i cant change" fits for everyone, because i cant change who i am and what i want.
These songs still feel relevant and new to me, so it's weird to think that this was 2012. That first song _(Same Love)_ was a really bold thing to do at the time, as we were still 3 years (!) away from marriage equality. Obviously nobody can say how much influence any one event had on the eventual outcome, but stuff like that is how society moves forward - you and defend the things that need defending and don't back down.
Good for Macklemore, Ryan Lewis, and everyone involved in the song.
Truth! 💜✊ Still bold and still touched my heart.
Macklemore is such a beautiful soul. He is ridden of any ego when he melts into his music.
to the girl with the orange shirt in the background at 6:35 - i absolutely LOVE you!
great catch!
Loooooove her!!!!!
Yes hhhhh she arrrrrrived to point 👌😂😂
SIMP
Does anyone know her?
I love how into it they get. Like a lot of artists just sing the song and then they're done, but nah he gets into it and enjoys his work. They really give it there all and I respect that.
Yes/!!!! Exactly 🤘
The trumpet guy is literally the definition of a vibe.
like an empty show with a trumpet player vibe
Here today December 9th 2022 beautiful! Thank you have no idea how you pull me out of a slump!
13 December 2022🤟
19th of December 2022
America needs more of Macklemore's love-based songs right now.
Marc Rebillet will inspire
maggie de block stop corona pls
@@adrianomungiovi5043 I wish I could!
@@magguiar pls
Now, more than ever!
Huge respect for this guy. They showed this video at High Performance Academy as an example of someone who brings the joy and passion authentically. In a space like this, he definitely brings it!
10 freakin' years later... Hands up who is here! 🔥
I always liked his songs but after watching how much passion Macklemore has in the peformance I am now a huge fan. How awesome was Can't hold us!!!!!
I have so much respect for this man, for that room, for NPR. Music, the world's medicine. Can cure a broken heart, a dying man's agony and the hatred of an entire race. But no matter the dosage of medicine, "we have to change us."
I have to agree, we always hear that laughter is medicine and that it true, it’s very therapeutic but music can comfort a soul in ways nothing else can. It cuts through pain and for me even though dementia when your soul’s adrift. Sometimes I think musicians don’t realize the power they hold.
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ITS wow ... Cool .. greetings from Germany
Macklemore didn’t deserve the hate. The black community needs to do some self reflection of gatekeeping in hip hop and the nba.
I just found these dudes
I am down a huge rabbit hole
I'm 60, and his mysic speaks to my soul. Beillant has no age ❤
I switch tabs for one minute and he's on the freakin table. Madman. Love him.
No matter how big or small the audience, you perform like it's a stadium full. Let's go!!!!
The fact that this video is almost a decade ago is living in my mind rent free
Right? Where has the time gone
Same Love is a once in a decade song. Will always remain important and true.
No matter how many times I hear
"Thrift Shop", it just never gets old.
0:00 - Same Love
5:30 Thrift Shop
9:41 Can't Hold Us
;)
Can't help but respect a man who treats a Tiny Desk like a MSG stage!
His passion and energy really captivates me. He's really good.
His short sleeved pink button up is invigorating
I just met Macklemore this weekend at his store opening, and he exudes good energy. He was all smiles, and such a sweetheart! I love him, and this is my new comfort video.
I haven’t kept up with him at all since about the time of this upload unfortunately, so I had no idea he opened a store… What kind of store is it?
Ray Dalton look's like the nicest guy on earth xd
the only thing that REALLY annoys me is, that Macklemore has no live band! It's just Ryan Lewis, sitting behind his Mac and playing the track. It would be so much more intense, if there were some cool dudes who play the piano,drums and stuff like that. :/ But yeah....guess that won't change :D But I love his music though! Great musician
Then I've got a tip for you... Check out 'Peter Fox' in almost any life performance... THAT is how a band should sound when doing a boombastic live performance.
check his similar performance on KEXP. theres a great video on youtube, with a full live band
micglou Yeah, i know him :D His live band is amazing! But I'm not such a big fan of his music though :/ are you from Germany?
Ross Martin
thanks for the hint, i absolutely love it!
You've obviously never been to a Macklemore and Ryan Lewis concert if you think all Ryan does is sit behind his Mac
Damn. He's just as incredible in person. Dude can flow for reals.
2012 was truly one of the greatest years
he got UP ON THE tiny desk macklemore brings it everywhere he goes I love him
Ray Dalton has such a beautiful voice !
incredible isn't he
Yes!!!
Macklemore is amazing, I love how progressive he is, he has brought marriage into the mainstream. He also talks about not doing drugs and how you're a great person by yourself. BUT! I always feel bad for Ryan Lewis sitting in the background xD
Pigman Productions. Haha almost agree. At least Ryan does the good beat xd
I so badly want to see him in concert he's got so much energy and he puts on such a great show and I love how he's smiling the whole time he's singing you can tell he really sincerely loves what he does
This is what pure joy looks and sounds like.
You might be cool, but you're never gonna be as cool as the dude on trumpet...
CurlsPearls&OtherWorlds one can dream tho 😎
He's not even playing the trumpet parts lol
Are you simple? if you honestly think that man isn't playing that trumpet part you sir are dense!
No no hes playing THE trumpet, but hes not playing a collection of musical lines written FOR trumpet as there is no trumpet in the songs. He is mostly playing saxophone parts, etc.
Trumpet is playing him
I keep coming back to this Tiny Desk Concert over and over again. Can't Hold Us is so good in this one.
This is my morning hype music
I just so love this! The music is terrific. And the lyrics sure do make a heartfelt statement.
Instantly hit replay after finishing this video. Macklemore's rhythm, spirit and energy is a breath of fresh air, not to mention his incredible lyrics and band. Same Love will always be one of my favourite songs. So moving and intelligent. Big props to Makclemore and the whole crew.
I need to work at NPR Music.
Me too
me too
Tiny desk gives artists a whole new respect from me
His passion and energy really captivates me. He's really good.
Its 2020 and I’m still trying to figure out how I can be as cool as occasional trumpet guy
Tgc Hvh wait but you stole that comment...
Why are you copying someone else’s comment? I don’t understand...
Anyone here in May 2024?
ryan lewis is like that awkward super high friend that you decide to bring with you because your havin a good time
nah. ryan lewis is that dude that made every sound you're hearing and deserves to be sitting there. every hip hop artist should give so much credit to their producers.
@@IrvSauce Ryan Lewis was one of the key reasons behind Macklemore’s success, both of them are super talented, and together they make masterpieces!
I love this guy, he has the balls to come out with songs such as Same Love, Wednesday, America etc - he has the courage to speak/sing of deep convictions, no matter what the backlash may be that comes with it
And I also love his quirky sense of humour with songs such as Thriftshop
He really gives his all
HUGE RESPECT for this guy
Plus hes totally stunning looking!
This is as great a Tiny Desk as I've ever heard, seen, witnessed and grown from.
These three song…slayed!! To know Macklemore sounds the same whether in person or in the studio makes me love him even more. The definition of an ‘artist’.
The energy he puts into his performances is incredible. Such an entertainer, tough not to smile while watching.
Yes it truly is a good performance 🥰
He is such a happy performer. I love it
Those are legendary songs with an incredible performance from everyone. Long live Tiny Desk
Heard macklemore plenty of times and like his music but always in passing. After watching this I'm a massive fan. The way he presents himself and his talent had my attention straight away. love it. 👍
I've never seen people be this cool at 2 pm on a Monday
it’s crazy how they all sound the same as the studio omg
Wow. How did I just now find this performance? Spectacular.
Just a band putting life on the beat and enjoying themselves. This is treasure. Thank you for capturing this.
0:00 - Same Love
5:41 - Thrift Shop
10:01 - Can't Hold Us
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Man that's some deep sh*t..from the off
Thrift shops became all I generally shop for clothes
Thaaaank You!
“No brenda I can’t meet right now I’m finna go watch Macklemore perform in the conference room on my break”
Yaaaaaaaaaas
Best job eva
Where do you work, and how do I get hired?
Robert Sinnott npr
Best comment ever
Macklemore is suchhhhh a vibe. I will never get tired of him. ❤
Ничего не понимаю, но экспрессия, ритм и жесты этого дядечки завораживают, и тоже хочется с ним прыгать и быть вовлеченной в это действо!)
Спасибо, что разбудил! Жизнь прекрасна, когда все шевелится да ещё с таким энтузиазмом!!!
They should really have Childish Gambino do a show i would like to see that one
Moooman96 they do
Moooman96 sound weird like npr with a hard r
BrxIghtside W
I guess he wouldnt be able to dance on a tiny desk though. Lol
He can't. They require shirts in that building.
It's amazing how much this performance makes me feel. I come back to it over and over again!
Macklemore got a new fan. Everytime I hear this it blows me away. Then I put on headphones 🎧 and it blew my mind. Made me want to work out. No one else has ever accomplished that.
Got to say that this one of my favorita tiny desk performances, my two girls Love it, and ask me play it again and again ❤️
God, came back to this years later... SO GOOD! His passion is insane, and that trumpet player is a G. Ray dalton is incredible too. This is one of the best performances I’ve seen tbh...
Best 15 minutes of my day so far, and it's been a good day!
Ine Carrillo :D
WOW! doesn't take much does it
One day many years ago, I heard this song on the radio, and for many years I tried to find it. Until now, I didnt know that he was the singer, or even the name of the song. And now here it is, this was my time to find it again. Thank you.
Macklemore is good, but Ray Dalton is really the heart of Cant Hold Us.
yesss
I love ray dalton but I would say is Ryan lewis with the sickest beat ever
Not being racist but is he the black guy? I've always thought his voice was the GOAT
@@Cuzjudd yes.
I'm astounded by his performance. Absolutely beautiful all the way through. He feels the music with passion and let's it out in his performance and I'm fairly impressed. Killin it my man.
so fantastic... I can't believe he sounds that good rapping live. breath control like a FIGHTER
Hermoso, lo escucho todos los días! Increíbles! Mis felicitaciones desde Argentina.
This is my morning hype music. Starts my day right every time. This man sweats talent and heart.
Absolute Gem! His voice is flawless; in that he sounds exactly as he does in album versions!!
A pleasure to accompany a beautiful warm spring evening in Australia
🇦🇺⭐️😍👌
Probably the highest energy finale performance I’ve seen on here
This or blue man group definitely!
after many years of watching and listening to music on youtube this is one of the vids that I come back to over and over. truly one of the great performances of all time.
Macklemore have the right tone to some kind of magical ritualistic music for those weird times.
What a experience everytime I come back to this video, also Dalton has such a powerful voice. What a combo.