My favorite artist ..I was walking around in newyork one night passing a club and I heard him singing I thought to my self oh my god its him and I have to get in and I just happened to have money on me so I happened to run into a scalper I bought the ticket for 35 dollars I said to myself god please let this ticket be genuine I made it inside and there he was singing "whos loving you" it was on of the greatest night of my life what a performer I think to this day it was divine that I got to see him
***** it was in the winter of 89 rite after his "neither fish nor flesh album came out sorry i didnt respond sooner ,kai i didnt see ur response until today ..but thank you
***** you know that was the first time i ever walked in that part of Manhattan i was curious about the area so i kept walking then i started seeing posters of him then the music....oblong every single song was au some
uncle ankie Oh god. your soo lucky. what a magical New York moment you had. it was ment to be. he is a genius. ge is spiritually beautiful and generous with his advice. I hope to have a moment like that too. .... I bet it was just amazing ... have a great day.
A beautiful man with a sensitive heart, which seeps into his velvet soothing voice, .not only a wonderful musician, but humble and family orientated. A real role model to the young people and someone to aspire to in this broken society
This is what a musical genius looks like. Thank goodness he never let the big musical corporations corrupt his genius. Guy could write his own music and had the vocal versatility of 4 different singers. Amazing artist whose talent was too huge for the mainstream music industry to contain.
He was like a breath of fresh air back in the day and it's so true he is under-rated as a musician you still got it my dear what beautiful words you speak ❤
You touched me deeply back in the day baby.......I'm 70 and you still rock my.....SOUL. AND YOU WERE BORN ONE DAY BEFORE MY FIRST BORN SON, SO ITS A SPIRITUAL THING......
One of the few people to take back his life from the fame machine, and all power to him for doing so. He lives the life he chooses, not one that's dictated to him.
I discovered this Beautiful mans music back in 1987. When I was only 22. His music was there the first time I made love to then fell in love with a boy with the bluest eyes and blackest hair,who I thought was an angel,and when we parted ways,heartbroken. His music was there in 1991 when I met a man from England,both of us shocked that we each knew every word to every song on TTDs first 2 albums,and spent our first night together in a rental car at a beach in SoCal singing at the top of our lungs. His music was there when our daughter sang As Yet Untitled for her high school talent show to a standing ovation. His music was there when me and that Englishman fought viciously and finally ended our 20 year marriage,and his music was there as one of many songs played at my 13 year old sons funeral...... I'm no longer 22,its no longer the magical 80s.......I'm 58 now,no longer young,,it's 2024,we've gotten thru covid and lockdowns,,wars and political corruption. We are people in a world that need healing. And here I am,struggling with insomnia,and finding peace in the wise words and soothing voice of a man who's been with me,often in the background,thru many important moments in my Life....... Thank you Sananda❤ From the bottom of my Heart,thank you❤
So glad I found his music, I was 16 years old and pregnant with my son when I first heard him in 1987 on TV I immediately knew he was a superstar I listened to him over and over, I'm so glad he transformed into the spiritual teacher he is today, he wouldnt be who he is today if he had stayed in the corrupted music industry. I'm most grateful the Divine had a higher calling for him. I've listened to most of his interviews over the pass few days now, and I'm convinced we need his hear his music more than ever now. I was asking God is there any artist that remained opened and transparent an ultimate Master Artist? That day I stumbled upon an old Appollo Theatre on TV of him preforming back in the day. Again, I stood there in awe just like the first time I heard him all over again. Thank God and thank him for the Save me song it spoke to me.
Sananda is one of several of the best singers in the world. A unique, magical voice with a huge range, incredible velvet and timbre, an exotic appearance of incredible beauty, a huge heart. I love forever.
I was just searching the web floating down memory lane. It started with Kate Bush, then moved to Tom Jones, then I moved on to Prince. Then I thought, what ever happen to Terrence Trent D'arby? I found the music videos but wait... who is Sananda Maitreya? I am just so late I know. But hey great to see you still doing your thing.
The same exact story I have. I thought, “whatever happened to TTD.” Then, bomb!! I am a reborn fan again. He was and always will be one of my favorite artists. America misses him. A lot of us do. Love to see him doing what makes him happy.
Gosh, I hope you read this, no matter how late I was to this interview! It is June, 25, 2020. We are living during a worldwide pandemic, (under the most corrupt Adminstration of my lifetime. I am 53.) I found you on RUclips last night, my heart felt so much JOY! I danced and sang and grooved with such delight and thought to myself, what a genius you are and how blessed I am, to have lived at a time when you graced this Earth with your voice and talent and heart. I LOVE your shoes and the value they represent. Amazing! So many talented people have left us too soon. I’m glad you’re still here. As I have often said, exchanging youth for wisdom, (Caterpillar to butterfly as you put it), is a wonderful thing. So thank you for the music and joy. I sent it to a few friends last night, to bring joy to them in these tough times. Ripples....blessings to you and your family, from Seattle❤️🙏
It is so very obvious to those who care enough to look closely at this man, that he did not waste his life, or his gifts. He is not wasting, or taking for granted his blessings, and that is important. So many of us are wasting the time we are being given. I thank this Master of music for sitting down and giving us some much needed words to LIVE by.
Sananda, You are an Amazing Soul with a Heavenly Spirit. Your voice is an Inspirational Force of expression. Your talent and force must have been too strong for whomever tried to kill it. I have just discovered your live version of you and your band, I couldn't hold back the tears. Thank you kindly 🙏
I've listened to you since 1987 after I got into a near fatal car accident. YOU were there. I listened to you in the 1990s while placing myself in bad circumstances; YOU were there and you are part of my good memories of the 1990s; I slowed all the way down and YOU have been HERE and we both reflect. Always know; no matter what you feel was a down point along the way you were making music; at that point; that became somebody's calmness and/or joy. and I quote: "Beautiful child of God and man There's a messiah inside of you At times you feel like Your life don't mean a damn thing But beware of the reflections that sorrows bring" **************************** Loop Da Loop/Dance forever...
I'm so happy that I saw this tonight..You're spirit is just as beautiful as I remembered your from my past.. I am and will always be a fan of your work...God's continued blessings is my wish for you...
You are such a wise man, and old soul,so talented, my husband loved and introduced me to your music, and I will be forever grateful!!! Peace☮️ and Love♥️
Hi Sanada! I recall reading an article/interview where you rightfully mentioned how the critics overlooked your songwriting. You probably won't remember this but I met you after your gig at Kentish Town in London during your tour to promote 'Wild Card: The Joker Edition'. I shook your hand (you have strong hands), and told you that you are one of my favourite songwriters of alltime. You have one of the greatest bodies of work in recorded music. You're truely 1 of the greatist artists of alltime!
I think the shoes are a great trick! More power to you. You are one of the most phenomenal talents of our time on the same level as Michael Jackson, Prince & James Brown. I'm very glad you're still alive. I'm glad you can pay your bills & have a family. I wish you the best.
I loooove your voice! i can listen to you all day speaking. You sing like a God. I love your music as TTD and Sananda M. Your music takes me to another world emotionally. You are wise and funny. Pls never stop singing. I listen to you since i was a kid. Silvia From Romania.
I am so glad that Sananda never compromised his art and his gift is blessed as a result. A good life lesson to take away is that no matter what always be you. Something I try to live by. 😁
Then you gave us 'Symphony or Damn' and 'Vibrator'. Two of the greatest musical works of art of the 90's. We waited for 'TTD's Solar Return', which after your struggle with the industry you were able to retain and share with us in the form of 'Wild Card'. Another extraordinary album of incredible singing, songwriting and allround musicianship, and produced to just the right amount of polish. Every album since continues in the same singular vein of boldness that only a true artist endeavours.
Do the film it will help us now! I think more people are awake they will understand it now. And even if they don’t you would have touched someone’s life for sure. Just listening to this interview in 2021 has inspired me. Thank you for this🙏🏾❤️
Wow not only a MONSTER artist and musician but one of the wisest,most intelligent cats I have ever heard and to be so gracious and humble! Dang.....have always loved your music as have all my family! GOD bless you Sananda!😊🙏💖
wow, this is a very honest interview, for him to admit that his career didn't meet the expectations he had of it. but he still has had an amazing career.
Wow just ❤️❤️you ! You have such a beautiful speaking voice too!! You still look amazing !!! Your one of a kind ! Thanks for all my beautiful childhood memories! Your music is my workout motivation! ❤️your style too! You just rock and your adorable to me! Your music is in my soul ! And your beyond gifted !! Looking forward to more of your beautiful music!!! 🤘🤗🎤🎧
The only problem with Sananda is that back in the day he was too good. We weren’t ready for him because we couldn’t get past the looks, the moves, the star quality, the industry/machinery driving him to be the next big thing.... Seeing him now I am reminded of when I saw Prince in concert. I didn’t enjoy it because the screams drowned out the amazing sounds of his voice and music. As TTD there was so much drowning out his spirit and his artistry. I appreciate that now we can just see HIM and besides the fact that he is still sharing his musical works he is giving so much more - the wisdom and guidance I got from this short interview is more than I have seen in any interview by any artist. Thank you.
Everyday TTD is on my play list and that will always be the case. American Idol and the Voice, Shows like this have killed the Art of Music lots of people can sing a song but it takes an artist to live the life that created the words and the music to transend race religion and politics. Womack Style
I remember being a little boy hearing Introducing the Hardline According to Terence Trent D'arby and thinking it was one of the best things I'd ever heard. I'm a young man now, and I still believe it. I'm rediscovering Terence as Sananda, and I'm so appreciative of the work he has done after Hardline. He inspires me to want to be an artist, and I'm going to chase the dream. Thank you, Sananda.
I am sharing this. Sananda I have been working on a project that reflects my transition from caterpillar to butterfly. At the moment, I'm subject to the pain of my cocoon, but am armed with the knowledge that I WILL emerge as a butterfly. I pray that the universe brings us together as you are the inspiration for my artistic endeavor.
I have definitely felt your love an light shine through you in your music in the depths of my of my heart an soul an I thank you for that.Life is a dancer and you are the dance
You never got the credit you deserved! You are an incredibly talented artist. No one can imitate you, so unique! You're ahead of your time!!!!!! Oh, can I send you one of my demos?
Beautiful Interview!! You are a Master of this craft. Loved the Caterpillar analogy, Loved hearing you talking about your "regrets".. But You Ain't Done Yet!!! Your cassette was the first music I bought when I was a boy, Then I met you in Taormina at Festival Bar where I sang. Total CIRCLE.
I had to watch this twice, just to be able to take it all in; those wise words and the awesome music.... Thank you #SanandaMaitreya for sharing your great talent and amazing music! Your incredible voice, musicality, funk and soul are unique and I enjoy your music every day! : )
THANK YOU SO VERY VERY MUCH. You have said exactly what i needed to hear, to make my resolve to succeed in my vision of myself and my music for 2012. Bless you dear brother Sananda. Your quote as TTD 'Pick up your shovel and dig' has been a mantra for me for many years. LOVE your work and your spirit. Keep going, NEVER give up. You are viewed as a genius superstar to me if not to anyone else. THANK YOU SIR!
I used to listen to Sananda, as TTD, in 80's and 90's, sometimes everyday. I've bought all his records. I really loved him, his strenght, energy, his voice, his delicious songs Today, I subscribed and I' ll follow him here! could see how he is different, too!!! I'm from Brazil.
The Meaning of ( Sananda ) Derived from the ancient Sanskrit language means : ''Good Son'' The Meaning of ( Maitreya ): is a Bodhisattva in the Buddhist tradition is to appear on Earth,Achieve Complete enlightenment and teach pure Dharma.According to Scriptures, Maitreya will be a successor of the Sakyamuni Buddha.
I'm a Buddhist... and it's now 4:15 am, and i'm still listening to all of your great music.. Again, you are way before your time.. or a real blast from the past... GENIUS
The spiritual Sanskrit name matches the singer. He is enlightened soul with a divine purpose on earth. I thought he was some spiritual master so I clicked on his Sananda videos not knowing he is a singer😅 and a great one!
Tashi Delek Sananda. I believe when spirit guides you it should always be heard. What you have said is a reflection of your soul. It brings much thought and many feelings. Like varying into the pool of each of our lives journeys and what we've experienced. It is said that the gift of music is from the angels and you are certainly a kind of angel. I appreciate that you have always been such a gentleman and a classy one. You never belittled others or demeaned women in your path. I am proud of you and you deserve the very utmost of respect. I'm not surprised you became a Bodhisatva. Bless you and yours always. May you have health, wealth, happiness and joyful longevity. Om Mani Padme Hum
Thanks again Sananda I'm a music artist and i know how easy it can be to get side tracked by things in life but i will keep pressing on no matter what.
Although much of this was pretty serious stuff, I can't help but love the part about his favorite shoes. That is such a "guy" thing to say, but I thought it was so sweet and sincere. Made me love him even more!
What an incredibly important interview, a legendary artist that we pretty well understand whats he’s been through and very sensitive heart with big ideals. 💎🙏
Yes, he's surprisingly honest...especially when speaking about "biggest dissapointment". But we know his songs always entertain us, move our heart and give us the idea of what the true music is. We love you, Sananda. We respect the way you survive. True artist.
Sananda, you are doing just fine!! Just hold on! Do not allow your heart, or spirit to be troubled. Just keep trucking along, YOU HAVE WON! You have made large cracks and sooooo many holes in that wall that the music industry (USA) placed around you. I live in the USA, and I am a big fan of yours. I personally want to apologize for how the industry treated you. I am just finding this video10 years later. and pray that you find my comments to you. It took me this long to find the person I am to tell this to. This was no mistake. You WILL BE so much BIGGER than you are today! You. as an artist. are one of the greatest! You will find that the cloth they cut for your suit (as you put it) for a (medium-sized) ARTIST is NOW too small, and has to be let out to fit a LARGE-SIZED ARTIST. Your vision is re-calibrating in the stratosphere as you speak it into existence. And by the way, I LOVE YOU SHOES. They have a place, and a purpose to help you walk your journey. Do not throw them away, just let them wear on out! You will know when it is time to discard them. Sananda Maitreya carry on...........
I've become what I feared, turned away by pain and anger from the person/child I used to be. I feel that person/child struggling inside, calling/pleading to me, and it hurts knowing what I've become when all I wanted was to be left in peace. Sananda, thank you. I was led here to hear/see what I needed to hang on to, to be ME.
You and Prince are cut from the same cloth, as you yourself once stated.. So many similarities between the two of you: the vibe, the life stories, talents and abilities, name changes, divorce from labels and production of your own work, etcetera etcetera, yet each one being and remaining unique. Nonetheless, that striking similarity gives us the rare chance to witness the two different paths that (almost) the same person can take with two completely different outcames. Very very interesting. Glad you held on to this life and achieved the healing and love you deserved. MIss the Purple one immensely, even though I feel him all around us. Much love and respect for both of you, amazing artists to grace this earth 💜
Sananda Maitreya, You are an absolute legend! Your art is amazing! I am so grateful for your voice and message in my life. Also, you are tremendously beautiful!
I really admire him. He didn't let this industry eat him alive.
My favorite artist ..I was walking around in newyork one night passing a club and I heard him singing I thought to my self oh my god its him and I have to get in and I just happened to have money on me so I happened to run into a scalper I bought the ticket for 35 dollars I said to myself god please let this ticket be genuine I made it inside and there he was singing "whos loving you" it was on of the greatest night of my life what a performer I think to this day it was divine that I got to see him
***** it was in the winter of 89 rite after his "neither fish nor flesh album came out sorry i didnt respond sooner ,kai i didnt see ur response until today ..but thank you
***** you know that was the first time i ever walked in that part of Manhattan i was curious about the area so i kept walking then i started seeing posters of him then the music....oblong every single song was au some
uncle ankie Oh god. your soo lucky. what a magical New York moment you had. it was ment to be. he is a genius. ge is spiritually beautiful and generous with his advice. I hope to have a moment like that too. .... I bet it was just amazing ... have a great day.
uncle ankie great story I wish I could have seen him Live
thank god for utube it’s the only way I’ve gotten to see him live
You lived my dream...
A beautiful man with a sensitive heart, which seeps into his velvet soothing voice, .not only a wonderful musician, but humble and family orientated. A real role model to the young people and someone to aspire to in this broken society
I'm just happy you're still here buddy.
Very intelligent and wise man.
This is what a musical genius looks like.
Thank goodness he never let the big musical corporations corrupt his genius.
Guy could write his own music and had the vocal versatility of 4 different singers. Amazing artist whose talent was too huge for the mainstream music industry to contain.
He made the smartest move when he departed from Hollywood. It’s a death trap. I love this man. I’m going to Milan Italy to see him perform .
So much wisdom & knowledge from him thanks👍
He was like a breath of fresh air back in the day and it's so true he is under-rated as a musician you still got it my dear what beautiful words you speak ❤
You touched me deeply back in the day baby.......I'm 70 and you still rock my.....SOUL. AND YOU WERE BORN ONE DAY BEFORE MY FIRST BORN SON, SO ITS A SPIRITUAL THING......
You were ahead of your time. Go ahead and make that film, Sananda. It's not too late.
One of the few people to take back his life from the fame machine, and all power to him for doing so. He lives the life he chooses, not one that's dictated to him.
First one to do the right thing gets hurt the most. To the ones behind him, the hurt will be expected and so on and so on, but, what a feat!
I discovered this Beautiful mans music back in 1987. When I was only 22. His music was there the first time I made love to then fell in love with a boy with the bluest eyes and blackest hair,who I thought was an angel,and when we parted ways,heartbroken. His music was there in 1991 when I met a man from England,both of us shocked that we each knew every word to every song on TTDs first 2 albums,and spent our first night together in a rental car at a beach in SoCal singing at the top of our lungs. His music was there when our daughter sang As Yet Untitled for her high school talent show to a standing ovation. His music was there when me and that Englishman fought viciously and finally ended our 20 year marriage,and his music was there as one of many songs played at my 13 year old sons funeral......
I'm no longer 22,its no longer the magical 80s.......I'm 58 now,no longer young,,it's 2024,we've gotten thru covid and lockdowns,,wars and political corruption. We are people in a world that need healing. And here I am,struggling with insomnia,and finding peace in the wise words and soothing voice of a man who's been with me,often in the background,thru many important moments in my Life.......
Thank you Sananda❤ From the bottom of my Heart,thank you❤
So glad I found his music, I was 16 years old and pregnant with my son when I first heard him in 1987 on TV I immediately knew he was a superstar I listened to him over and over, I'm so glad he transformed into the spiritual teacher he is today, he wouldnt be who he is today if he had stayed in the corrupted music industry. I'm most grateful the Divine had a higher calling for him. I've listened to most of his interviews over the pass few days now, and I'm convinced we need his hear his music more than ever now. I was asking God is there any artist that remained opened and transparent an ultimate Master Artist? That day I stumbled upon an old Appollo Theatre on TV of him preforming back in the day. Again, I stood there in awe just like the first time I heard him all over again. Thank God and thank him for the Save me song it spoke to me.
Thank you Sananda, your spiritual journey has given you wisdom and your words are helping me a lot🙏🕯🌹🤍
Sananda is one of several of the best singers in the world. A unique, magical voice with a huge range, incredible velvet and timbre, an exotic appearance of incredible beauty, a huge heart. I love forever.
This Brother exemplifies the mantra: success is a journey not a destination!!!...
I was just searching the web floating down memory lane. It started with Kate Bush, then moved to Tom Jones, then I moved on to Prince. Then I thought, what ever happen to Terrence Trent D'arby? I found the music videos but wait... who is Sananda Maitreya? I am just so late I know. But hey great to see you still doing your thing.
Detroitblue Sananda Maitreya is Terrance Trent D’Arby he just changed his name
The same exact story I have. I thought, “whatever happened to TTD.” Then, bomb!! I am a reborn fan again. He was and always will be one of my favorite artists. America misses him. A lot of us do. Love to see him doing what makes him happy.
Gosh, I hope you read this, no matter how late I was to this interview! It is June, 25, 2020. We are living during a worldwide pandemic, (under the most corrupt Adminstration of my lifetime. I am 53.) I found you on RUclips last night, my heart felt so much JOY! I danced and sang and grooved with such delight and thought to myself, what a genius you are and how blessed I am, to have lived at a time when you graced this Earth with your voice and talent and heart. I LOVE your shoes and the value they represent. Amazing! So many talented people have left us too soon. I’m glad you’re still here. As I have often said, exchanging youth for wisdom, (Caterpillar to butterfly as you put it), is a wonderful thing. So thank you for the music and joy. I sent it to a few friends last night, to bring joy to them in these tough times. Ripples....blessings to you and your family, from Seattle❤️🙏
It is so very obvious to those who care enough to look closely at this man, that he did not waste his life, or his gifts. He is not wasting, or taking for granted his blessings, and that is important. So many of us are wasting the time we are being given. I thank this Master of music for sitting down and giving us some much needed words to LIVE by.
this man is wonderful, his songs are amazing, and he has a great heart.well done buddy, keep realizing your dream.
God your so beautiful still and so honest and soft spoken I can listen to you all day bless you sweetie im happy you choose to live in italy!
Sananda, You are an Amazing Soul with a Heavenly Spirit. Your voice is an Inspirational Force of expression. Your talent and force must have been too strong for whomever tried to kill it. I have just discovered your live version of you and your band, I couldn't hold back the tears. Thank you kindly 🙏
Musical genius that first time he appeared in UK on our screens...I was hooked and still am ❤
I've listened to you since 1987 after I got into a near fatal car accident. YOU were there. I listened to you in the 1990s while placing myself in bad circumstances; YOU were there and you are part of my good memories of the 1990s; I slowed all the way down and YOU have been HERE and we both reflect. Always know; no matter what you feel was a down point along the way you were making music; at that point; that became somebody's calmness and/or joy. and I quote:
"Beautiful child of God and man
There's a messiah inside of you
At times you feel like
Your life don't mean a damn thing
But beware of the reflections that sorrows bring"
****************************
Loop Da Loop/Dance forever...
I'm so happy that I saw this tonight..You're spirit is just as beautiful as I remembered your from my past.. I am and will always be a fan of your work...God's continued blessings is my wish for you...
Saw him in concert in Brighton UK in the 80’s he was fantastic! love him ❤️
You are such a wise man, and old soul,so talented, my husband loved and introduced me to your music, and I will be forever grateful!!!
Peace☮️ and Love♥️
beautiful gift he has, very inspiring & great advice, thank you.
Hi Sanada! I recall reading an article/interview where you rightfully mentioned how the critics overlooked your songwriting. You probably won't remember this but I met you after your gig at Kentish Town in London during your tour to promote 'Wild Card: The Joker Edition'. I shook your hand (you have strong hands), and told you that you are one of my favourite songwriters of alltime. You have one of the greatest bodies of work in recorded music. You're truely 1 of the greatist artists of alltime!
I think the shoes are a great trick! More power to you. You are one of the most phenomenal talents of our time on the same level as Michael Jackson, Prince & James Brown. I'm very glad you're still alive. I'm glad you can pay your bills & have a family. I wish you the best.
Alive, thriving,, beautiful, blessed, and still creating wonderful, moving art!
I loooove your voice! i can listen to you all day speaking. You sing like a God. I love your music as TTD and Sananda M. Your music takes me to another world emotionally. You are wise and funny. Pls never stop singing. I listen to you since i was a kid. Silvia From Romania.
How did you discover his music
I am so glad that Sananda never compromised his art and his gift is blessed as a result. A good life lesson to take away is that no matter what always be you. Something I try to live by. 😁
Love this voice true legend
Then you gave us 'Symphony or Damn' and 'Vibrator'. Two of the greatest musical works of art of the 90's. We waited for 'TTD's Solar Return', which after your struggle with the industry you were able to retain and share with us in the form of 'Wild Card'. Another extraordinary album of incredible singing, songwriting and allround musicianship, and produced to just the right amount of polish. Every album since continues in the same singular vein of boldness that only a true artist endeavours.
Thank you Sananda...a deeper consciousness of our true essence I have taken away from your sharing. God Bless.
Do the film it will help us now! I think more people are awake they will understand it now. And even if they don’t you would have touched someone’s life for sure. Just listening to this interview in 2021 has inspired me. Thank you for this🙏🏾❤️
Wow not only a MONSTER artist and musician but one of the wisest,most intelligent cats I have ever heard and to be so gracious and humble!
Dang.....have always loved your music as have all my family!
GOD bless you Sananda!😊🙏💖
such a gentle voice gentle heart great talent makes me feel amazing to say ye a knew that tune knew that man he done good such a dream amazing
wow, this is a very honest interview, for him to admit that his career didn't meet the expectations he had of it. but he still has had an amazing career.
Thank you for taking your dreams into your hands 🙏🏾
I saw him in Belgium in a little village.....i whas flabbergasted.....such a talented person....love that beautiful soul ♥
you're Brilliant and a huge inspiration.Gratitude & much respect.
Wow just ❤️❤️you ! You have such a beautiful speaking voice too!! You still look amazing !!! Your one of a kind ! Thanks for all my beautiful childhood memories! Your music is my workout motivation! ❤️your style too! You just rock and your adorable to me! Your music is in my soul ! And your beyond gifted !! Looking forward to more of your beautiful music!!! 🤘🤗🎤🎧
I don't know why I love you so much even though things changed ,but always love you .
❤️❤️❤️ Love this interview because he seems to show his humorous side too while he talks about his shoes and the tee shirts 😂😂😂
The only problem with Sananda is that back in the day he was too good. We weren’t ready for him because we couldn’t get past the looks, the moves, the star quality, the industry/machinery driving him to be the next big thing.... Seeing him now I am reminded of when I saw Prince in concert. I didn’t enjoy it because the screams drowned out the amazing sounds of his voice and music. As TTD there was so much drowning out his spirit and his artistry. I appreciate that now we can just see HIM and besides the fact that he is still sharing his musical works he is giving so much more - the wisdom and guidance I got from this short interview is more than I have seen in any interview by any artist. Thank you.
Everyday TTD is on my play list and that will always be the case. American Idol and the Voice, Shows like this have killed the Art of Music lots of people can sing a song but it takes an artist to live the life that created the words and the music to transend race religion and politics. Womack Style
Jaime Starr - Hello there, Prince, aka, Jaime Starr.
A wonderful spirit, great musician and a massive inspiration!
I remember being a little boy hearing Introducing the Hardline According to Terence Trent D'arby and thinking it was one of the best things I'd ever heard. I'm a young man now, and I still believe it. I'm rediscovering Terence as Sananda, and I'm so appreciative of the work he has done after Hardline. He inspires me to want to be an artist, and I'm going to chase the dream. Thank you, Sananda.
Robert Harris me to he’s deep , most of all very talented an a true artist didn’t sell his soul , he stay true to himself
Legend. Such a beautiful voice.
You’re a living legend and a precious gift that we are blessed to receive. Thank you for including us in your musical journey Sananda Maitreya.
I am sharing this. Sananda I have been working on a project that reflects my transition from caterpillar to butterfly. At the moment, I'm subject to the pain of my cocoon, but am armed with the knowledge that I WILL emerge as a butterfly. I pray that the universe brings us together as you are the inspiration for my artistic endeavor.
Soul..through and through...
Senanda, thank you for your music 🎵 and for giving great advice to younger musicians.😊🎉 Keep making great music and being who you are 🙏
I have definitely felt your love an light shine through you in your music in the depths of my of my heart an soul an I thank you for that.Life is a dancer and you are the dance
Wonderful to know your still around, always loved your music, such a wonderful voice :-)
I love this guy 🥰🍇
You never got the credit you deserved! You are an incredibly talented artist. No one can imitate you, so unique! You're ahead of your time!!!!!! Oh, can I send you one of my demos?
Thank you!
kiama desmangles kiama you must be a die hard fan ..its like your talking directly to him
Oh. I thought he posted the video. Not too many men of that color are so eccentric.
Beautiful Interview!! You are a Master of this craft. Loved the Caterpillar analogy, Loved hearing you talking about your "regrets".. But You Ain't Done Yet!!! Your cassette was the first music I bought when I was a boy, Then I met you in Taormina at Festival Bar where I sang. Total CIRCLE.
A beautiful soul and such a talented artist
Bro I love your music takes me back to when I was a kid
I had to watch this twice, just to be able to take it all in; those wise words and the awesome music.... Thank you #SanandaMaitreya for sharing your great talent and amazing music! Your incredible voice, musicality, funk and soul are unique and I enjoy your music every day! : )
He's the best of the best 👍💯
Speak Brother Brother! Truth is Truth.
This is the absolute best attitude and profound anology of fame that I've ever heard voiced. Power to ya brother.
this was so nice to watch #legend
How not to love Sananda...great guy.
Love from Brazil
THANK YOU SO VERY VERY MUCH. You have said exactly what i needed to hear, to make my resolve to succeed in my vision of myself and my music for 2012. Bless you dear brother Sananda. Your quote as TTD 'Pick up your shovel and dig' has been a mantra for me for many years. LOVE your work and your spirit. Keep going, NEVER give up. You are viewed as a genius superstar to me if not to anyone else. THANK YOU SIR!
I used to listen to Sananda, as TTD, in 80's and 90's, sometimes everyday. I've bought all his records. I really loved him, his strenght, energy, his voice, his delicious songs Today, I subscribed and I' ll follow him here! could see how he is different, too!!! I'm from Brazil.
he's so intelligent he impresses me a lot , will always love his voice & music , ❤️🎶💯
Thank you for this,sir... The message was powerful.
The Meaning of ( Sananda )
Derived from the ancient Sanskrit language means : ''Good Son''
The Meaning of ( Maitreya ): is a Bodhisattva in the Buddhist tradition is to appear on Earth,Achieve Complete enlightenment and teach pure Dharma.According to Scriptures, Maitreya will be a successor of the Sakyamuni Buddha.
He is Magnificent as You are Also...
I'm a Buddhist... and it's now 4:15 am, and i'm still listening to all of your great music.. Again, you are way before your time.. or a real blast from the past... GENIUS
Sananda Maitreya's Apparition Sananda Maitreya is a beautiful name. 🙂
The spiritual Sanskrit name matches the singer. He is enlightened soul with a divine purpose on earth. I thought he was some spiritual master so I clicked on his Sananda videos not knowing he is a singer😅 and a great one!
Tashi Delek Sananda. I believe when spirit guides you it should always be heard. What you have said is a reflection of your soul. It brings much thought and many feelings. Like varying into the pool of each of our lives journeys and what we've experienced. It is said that the gift of music is from the angels and you are certainly a kind of angel.
I appreciate that you have always been such a gentleman and a classy one. You never belittled others or demeaned women in your path. I am proud of you and you deserve the very utmost of respect.
I'm not surprised you became a Bodhisatva. Bless you and yours always. May you have health, wealth, happiness and joyful longevity.
Om Mani Padme Hum
You have a beautiful gift. Thank you for standing up to your challenges and being your own person. Thank you for sharing your gift.
Thanks again Sananda I'm a music artist and i know how easy it can be to get side tracked by things in life but i will keep pressing on no matter what.
I loved this interview :-) it covers so many feelings of an artist! #Artistry #Experiences #Wisdom #Respect #Survival #Reality #Heart
thank you! Your music already inspired me....and now, after this interview even more. Thank you!
Although much of this was pretty serious stuff, I can't help but love the part about his favorite shoes. That is such a "guy" thing to say, but I thought it was so sweet and sincere. Made me love him even more!
SANANDA, YOU ARE AN INTERNATIONAL TREASURE. I LOVE ,APPRECIATE YOUR MUSICAL GENIUS TODAY, YESTERDAY AND ALWAYS. THANKS FOR SHARING!
What an incredibly important interview, a legendary artist that we pretty well understand whats he’s been through and very sensitive heart with big ideals. 💎🙏
Yes, he's surprisingly honest...especially when speaking about "biggest dissapointment". But we know his songs always entertain us, move our heart and give us the idea of what the true music is. We love you, Sananda. We respect the way you survive. True artist.
Give thanks blessed one,you are a light my brother in spirit, bless.
Such wonderful advice to young artist. May God continue to be with you. 🫠
Love what u do and for standing in your truth and in being an inspiration for others )(
💜 from the 80's till now. We're still here...so glad you're here. So graceful, wise and humble.
Enlightening and funny. Blessings
Terrance Trent D’Arby is survivor and warrior but also great musician
Extremely intelligent and gifted!
His words ring golden ✨️ 💛 💯
Sananda, you are doing just fine!! Just hold on! Do not allow your heart, or spirit to be troubled. Just keep trucking along, YOU HAVE WON! You have made large cracks and sooooo many holes in that wall that the music industry (USA) placed around you. I live in the USA, and I am a big fan of yours. I personally want to apologize for how the industry treated you. I am just finding this video10 years later. and pray that you find my comments to you. It took me this long to find the person I am to tell this to. This was no mistake. You WILL BE so much BIGGER than you are today! You. as an artist. are one of the greatest! You will find that the cloth they cut for your suit (as you put it) for a (medium-sized) ARTIST is NOW too small, and has to be let out to fit a LARGE-SIZED ARTIST. Your vision is re-calibrating in the stratosphere as you speak it into existence. And by the way, I LOVE YOU SHOES. They have a place, and a purpose to help you walk your journey. Do not throw them away, just let them wear on out! You will know when it is time to discard them. Sananda Maitreya carry on...........
You're absolutely brilliant. Your spirit is beautiful and I adore you.
"All poets must have thought💔provoking fears"
this man is earth,wind and fire. and you are all living us alone.
I've become what I feared, turned away by pain and anger from the person/child I used to be. I feel that person/child struggling inside, calling/pleading to me, and it hurts knowing what I've become when all I wanted was to be left in peace. Sananda, thank you. I was led here to hear/see what I needed to hang on to, to be ME.
You and Prince are cut from the same cloth, as you yourself once stated.. So many similarities between the two of you: the vibe, the life stories, talents and abilities, name changes, divorce from labels and production of your own work, etcetera etcetera, yet each one being and remaining unique. Nonetheless, that striking similarity gives us the rare chance to witness the two different paths that (almost) the same person can take with two completely different outcames. Very very interesting. Glad you held on to this life and achieved the healing and love you deserved. MIss the Purple one immensely, even though I feel him all around us. Much love and respect for both of you, amazing artists to grace this earth 💜
This is why I adore him. He has a beautiful soul.
That man is a jedi for sure.
Sananda Maitreya, You are an absolute legend! Your art is amazing! I am so grateful for your voice and message in my life. Also, you are tremendously beautiful!
@SANANDAMAITREYA is amazing. An independent hero. An inspiration.
Sei fantastico oggi come agli inizi della tua carriera, fantastica voce unica e rara