How Hit-Boy Blew Up Online, Fell Out With Kanye & Got A Second Life With Nas | IDEA GENERATION Ep.12
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- Опубликовано: 21 дек 2021
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Hailing from Fontana, CA Chauncy "Hit-Boy" Hollis Jr. got started making beats in his bedroom and posting them on Myspace. Producer Polo Da Don found Hit on the platform and reached out immediately. Within weeks they were working together, and placing tracks with artists like J.Lo and Lil Wayne. Eventually his beat CD would catch the attention of Kanye West and Hit would be pulled into the GOOD Music cipher where he would mint his position with the indelible smash, "N***** In Paris." In the next years he would go on to make more classics for Ye and Jay, as well as ASAP Rocky, Drake and Beyonce. However, a decision to bounce from Hawaii during the Cruel Summer sessions to work with Beyonce would alienate his mentor, Kanye, and derail his momentum. But Hit-Boy was undaunted and went back to basics, honing his craft and quietly placing tracks until his Travis Scott and Drake collab, "Sicko Mode", would drop in 2018 and announce his second coming. In the subsequent 3 years he's won Grammy's and made unforgettable bodies of work with Nipsey Hustle, Nas and Big Sean.
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Nas and Hit-Boy working together has to be one of the best gifts Hip-Hop has received!
All i gotta say is Magic is a fire album.10/10
So many to keep on replay.. speechless and Wu for the children..does it for me
U guys hand out 10s wayyy to easy. It’s a good album but nowhere near a 10
It’s a 10
Facts! Been on repeat since December
No. Illmatic is a 10/10.
Hit boy is very different man, he just produced Nas's album "Magic" absolutely crazy beats. So much longevity, like it's not going nowhere for a long time. Niggas in Paris changed the world too.
After watching multiple interviews & documentary's about Record Producers I've come to realize one huge elephant in the room - all of these guys grew up with or had family members already in the industry. Those connections allowed them to get their foot in the door & it rings true here as well with Hit Boy. Never forget that lesson, "life isn't about what you know but, who you know."
Smh this is producing music, not an office job.
@@dsg3053 And that applies to my comment in what context?
I love how they mesh interviews with a complex blueprint approach to gaining better understanding of the artist & what got them to their position
Thanks! We tried to build on Noah’s previous work and take it to the next level.
Hit-Boy & Nas are great New Mix for HipHop!
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@@dianevrules I'm genuinely curious on why you don't like it. What about this collaboration just makes it so bad?
First Alchemist, now Hit-Boy! yall are on a role thanks for sharing these stories and gems appreciate yall
Thanks for watching!
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The story of hit-boy is a true inspiration for every upcoming producer/artist.
Big thanks to Noah and the whole Team for this great talk and content (since the 1st blueprint im fascinated)
Thanks for watching. I’m glad you enjoyed.
Excellent interviewer. He was knowledgeable and clearly very well prepared.
Thx, kindly.
Noah a Legend man
So many of these success stories start with a mentor with connections giving them a hand up.
Absolutely. Identifying and utilizing good mentors has been crucial to everyone on the show, myself included. Without the ego trip guys I would definitely not be doing this now.
Hit boy and Nas" demeanor is quite the same...I can see why... they have the perfect vibe ....they really bring out the best in each other.....new age .. Gangstarr.
Wow hit boys uncle was in the legendary r n b group troop...
THERE'S NO PEAK TO ARTISTRY, KEEP GOING AND EVOLVE
Read this JUST as the interviewer said he was in his mid 30s and peaking, and I completely disagreed with that comment.. he’s putting out classics with Nas who’s 48 and elevating himself! These dudes are transcending the game and it’s a beautiful thing to witness.
Yeah fr. Please screenshot this guys. Don’t let them peak you out and age u out. It’s just a negative perception.
@@arielcruz9410 yeah fr like they are going above and beyond
Not even 'hit-boy' super fan as such but this interview was truly beautiful and necessary for me right now. Especially considering the whole he had a massive high quite young, dipped and then came out of that even stronger and is now shining. Such a real representation of the ups and downs of a creative career and not letting that get you down/ to continue to persevere.
I was 23 when this guy got started and I got into beat making around the same time. Was never consistent or as crafty as him tho. Much respect to this brother 💪🏿💯
Consistency huh why couldn't you stick to it bro?
@@90slimit1 didn’t have the patience or commitment at the time
The MySpace era. A time when you could be a nobody and connect with whoever you wanted and if you had talent, they’d meet with you in real life. So many incredible connections were made during this time. Now it’s all about your “following” and “influence” before anything.
People sleep on that era of online music.
Indie hip hop in particular was booming and hell alot of the screamo/SoundCloud rap that was big In 2015 was already a thing on myspace it just didn't have a following.
i been in a funk lately, i feel like this changed the energy for me. thank you
That is exactly what we’re aiming for.
Do good!
Love what him and Nas did with King’s Disease II🔥💯💪🏾#CountMeIn
“ I should sign to hit-boy because I got all the hits boooyyy”
I just love Kanye West after listning that he is the only singer who never used the site *AUTHENTIC views* for his fame.
Kanye part starts at 10:30
Hit-Boy is one of the rare beat maker that is able to put his flavor on beats while at the same time adapting for any artists. I 100% agree when he talk about his work with Nas at 25:07 . To add on top of that, his beat often end up a culture classic for the artist. He deserve all the recognition that comes to him
Hit-Boy truly loves the art that he creates...Major Respect....
Salute to Hit-Boy. It's not easy maneuvering the industry whether on an esoteric or exoteric level (independent and/or major).
This is a dope interview. Hit-boy is a very versatile producer too and his mindset is awesome. Easy to see why he is where he is
2 🐐 having an insightful conversation. Great year-end episode, Idea Generation!
These videos are gold, thanks for giving creators a platform like this to teach
Amazing spirit this brother has! Thank you for example of hard work and dedication. As a visual designer we will be working together! Peace and I hope everyone gets it in 2022!
Another fantastic interview! Great questions, no gossip about the latest news, it's all about the music.
Thank you so much! 🙏
Excellent interview! Great story as well. I love this cats music man. He is original AF. He has his own sound. He deserves that bag.
I’m loving these interviews. So glad I stumbled upon this channel. Thank you for the content!
I see Hit-Boy and I click INSTANTLY. His insight and knowledge of the game is priceless! Especially at his AGE. He’s easily my (joint) Producer Of The Year along with Inflo (SAULT, Cleo Sol, Adele) 💎👌🏾
Hitboy is a very underrated producer... Him detail, Wondagurl , key wane ...
Didn't Even Know NinjaZz In Paris Was Hit.. wOw Swore That Was West. Live And Learn Salute.
Hit boy and nas are the new gangstarr!!
You did an OUTSTANDING job with this. I'm a fan of Hit-Boy but I never knew some of the things he talked about in this interview. Very well done and inspiraitonal.
Love this channel
I need atleast an hour or two interview. Great job. Left me really liking hit boy personally, he has a ton of jewels.
Always exciting. Thanks.
Fantastic interview ... Highly inspirational content from a true vessel of creative expressions!
Definitely taking notes. Preciate y'all
MOST UNDERRATED CHANNEL ON RUclips 💯
Well Done. Very Good Interview.
being from fontana mann, this inspired me so much , good energy to yall nd all things people focus on
Excellent interview,thank you
Waiting on the next one of these - this content really helps a man shape his motivation- I appreciate this channel
Szn 2 is coming soon!
I see the vision ! This whole show is dope
Cool interview. I didn't realize how many hits Hit-Boy created.
Hype to watch this!!!
Very inspiring video. Love it.
Nas and Hit-Boy made a series of amazing projects. An unexpected and amazing duo. Hits beats have a sound thats a perfect mix of old and new. It's especially amazing to see Nas in prime form so late in his career
This is one of the dopest interviews ever … the questions he was asked were incredible and it’s str8 to the point! #subscribed!
Great interview !
Super dope interview
Definitely my fav‼️
I’m so glad Hitboy and Nas linked up. I was worried after Nasir/LT2 but Nas has made a resurgence.
I’m not even a producer but hit boy being from my area and seeing what he’s done gives me nothing but motivation we never seen many people make it out here and hes at the top of the game
Appriciate your perseverance and drive. Passion is the spark
Great interview
Great interview 🎛
Definitely an insightful interview. Hit-Boy is definitely a legend.....
Seem like you are an excellent music producer by the way you are expressing yourself.
Thank you for sharing an amazing history.
Such a beautiful story.Am really inspired
Bro!!!# I remeber the Christmas in Harlem song! Damn I didn't kmow he made that beat! Wow!😱😱😱😱 I used to try to recreate that beat when I started makeing beats.
It's always crazy to see someone from Fontana, somewhere I grew up my whole life, and see how successful they become.
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Hit Boy came from MySpace. Theres still hope for the old heads.
I remember the days man.
Old heads!!!! Yr still young!!!!!!
this was dope
Legend!
Nice! 🔥🔥💯
Hit boy is a young just blaze. Keep doing your thang . hip hop need you.💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥
THANK YOU FOR THIS
Hit boy is super dope, remember when he had his father rapping with his crew ? Grinding all my life ‼️
Man oh man. No wonder he got an old soul and respect for real hip hop. His uncle group is legendary. First thing I thought was "Spread my wings and fly away.."
There it is, producer of all time.
Damn I'm in love with these episodes
🤗🤗🤗
Whats the name of that intro track@@IDEAGENERATIONOFFICIAL
Lately, I've been listening to a lot of Hit Boy's material. Boy never misses.
Fire!! Str8 fire!!!
Respect your determination, I Salute you sir!
One of my favourite producers.
I like how he didnt slander ye and could recognize the value of network being worth more than millions....very reasonable, knowing that at 16, even in hindsight, to be a sponge and learn is just great
Good insight
Hit boy is a legend !
Hit Boy 🔥🔥🔥👌🏾
Insightful
Yeah Hit 🔥💯🔥
These are all excellent - can we also please get them as a podcast on either Spotify or Apple?
YUP! Longform (aka 2x long cuts) of each episode will be dropping as audio only products starting in Jan!
Too dope
2:37 “...just really seeing the lifestyle part of it, not understanding how much hard work it took fr to really be in this”
It’s amazing to see how tapped in to his mission Hit-Boy was from the beginning. And later just kept building on business and the end-to-end production process from all the relationships he built. You can really tell was destined to succeed w/ his mindset
Hit-Boy is a true gift to hip hop.
Hit-boy as a rapper is too underrated as well 💯🔥
I've been saying this dude was on some coach stuff for the longest and now I see it and I'm surprised I'm hearing Chase N. Cashe so much. I always thought he'd be better.
Respek all around 🙏
Amazing story
10/10! 👏🙏🏼💎
one of the dopest in the producer world.
This dude is representing the I.E!
Yessir!
Great interview Hitboy a legend, we need a kaytranada interview !
This mans NCB don't miss
My man! 🙏🏻💡💡💡🙏🏻
Let me get my popcorn 🍿
Magic