Episode
E183: How I Became The Worlds Best DJ With Only One Arm: Black Coffee
1:07:54
Published: Mon Oct 03 2022
Description
Black Coffee is one of the biggest DJs in the world, and one of the largest musical artists to ever come out of Africa full stop. Charging up to $300,000 a set, he’s one of the most coveted and in-demand DJs in the game today. But what people may not know about him is that he’s climbed to the top of the DJ world while being able to spin with only one arm, losing his ability to use the other in a tragic childhood accident. From the greatest adversity comes the greatest achievement, though, and Black Coffee took it as more inspiration to drive towards his dreams - relentlessly, unrelentingly, fearlessly. Black Coffee’s story is truly inspiring. He is just one of many we’re bringing to you this Black History Month, during which we’re making a special effort to bring you essential conversations with people of colour who are thought and industry leaders in their fields. Topics: Early years Are you good with emotion What role did music play in your household The most pivotal day of your life Did the accident make you work harder Where you were going to be in 2 years Why you over anyone else Trouble with record labels telling you how to sound How many show have you done this year Therapy The difference between you (Nathi) & black coffee What is your happiness The last guest question Black Coffee: https://www.instagram.com/realblackcoffee/ https://twitter.com/realblackcoffee Watch the episodes on Youtube: https://g2ul0.app.link/3kxINCANKsb Follow us on Telegram: https://g2ul0.app.link/E5re0ADNKsb Sponsors Intel - https://g2ul0.app.link/Yh8T9b2KNtb Huel - https://g2ul0.app.link/G4RjcdKNKsb BlueJeans - https://g2ul0.app.link/NCgpGjVNKsb
Chapters
The speaker describes how growing up without play and with a strong work ethic, due to a lack of electricity, having to milk cows and cook food over a fire, taught him how to work hard and be able to pick up and leave when necessary.
00:00 - 07:05 (07:05)
Summary
The speaker describes how growing up without play and with a strong work ethic, due to a lack of electricity, having to milk cows and cook food over a fire, taught him how to work hard and be able to pick up and leave when necessary.
EpisodeE183: How I Became The Worlds Best DJ With Only One Arm: Black Coffee
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The speaker describes their journey towards gaining confidence in their thoughts and decisions, while also acknowledging the need for self-improvement in creating genuine connections with others.
07:05 - 23:27 (16:22)
Summary
The speaker describes their journey towards gaining confidence in their thoughts and decisions, while also acknowledging the need for self-improvement in creating genuine connections with others. They also touch on the stereotype of black men and emotions, and their past experiences with music and DJing.
EpisodeE183: How I Became The Worlds Best DJ With Only One Arm: Black Coffee
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A musician shares how he didn't want to be seen as just a guy with a disability, but rather, just like everyone else.
23:27 - 32:11 (08:44)
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A musician shares how he didn't want to be seen as just a guy with a disability, but rather, just like everyone else. After initially struggling with his limitations in music class, he realized that he has a life to live.
EpisodeE183: How I Became The Worlds Best DJ With Only One Arm: Black Coffee
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DJ Ant reflects on his style of playing and how it has developed through understanding himself and his capabilities, with the help of his friend Sienda.
32:11 - 38:09 (05:58)
Summary
DJ Ant reflects on his style of playing and how it has developed through understanding himself and his capabilities, with the help of his friend Sienda. He stresses the importance of not allowing external factors to deter his passion for what he loves.
EpisodeE183: How I Became The Worlds Best DJ With Only One Arm: Black Coffee
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In this transcript, a music producer discusses his journey to becoming one of the most important producers on the continent and the importance of setting achievable goals.
38:09 - 50:19 (12:10)
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In this transcript, a music producer discusses his journey to becoming one of the most important producers on the continent and the importance of setting achievable goals. He also discusses how genre and language can impact award nominations.
EpisodeE183: How I Became The Worlds Best DJ With Only One Arm: Black Coffee
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A young boy grows up dreaming of having a model girlfriend and a fancy car, and eventually achieves that dream as a successful musician.
50:19 - 57:49 (07:29)
Summary
A young boy grows up dreaming of having a model girlfriend and a fancy car, and eventually achieves that dream as a successful musician.
EpisodeE183: How I Became The Worlds Best DJ With Only One Arm: Black Coffee
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South African DJ and producer Black Coffee discusses the creation of his Black Coffee House, a legacy project for his children filled with memorabilia, collectibles, and intentional design to create value in the house.
57:49 - 1:05:01 (07:11)
Summary
South African DJ and producer Black Coffee discusses the creation of his Black Coffee House, a legacy project for his children filled with memorabilia, collectibles, and intentional design to create value in the house.
EpisodeE183: How I Became The Worlds Best DJ With Only One Arm: Black Coffee
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The speaker discusses the benefits of using Blue Jeans for their transcription services, and expresses gratitude for their sponsorship.
1:05:01 - 1:07:49 (02:48)
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The speaker discusses the benefits of using Blue Jeans for their transcription services, and expresses gratitude for their sponsorship.