India.Arie Drops Some Pearls On Tavis Smiley
India.Arie dropped some pearls of wisdom and song on the Tavis Smiley show during her recent visit. She speaks on not feeling good about a collaboration she did with an artist (*cough*Akon*cough*) for commercial reasons instead of creative reasons, how the Grammy shut out of her first album shaped her life, and how what’s happening in her life affects her voice. India and Tavis also exchange their personal mission statements and clarify the difference between respect and recognition. India closes out the interview by singing an acoustic version of Pearls from her fourth studio album Testimony: Vol. 2. Love & Politics. This was a wonderful interview. I really enjoyed it and think you will too.
India.Arie Interview on Tavis Smiley
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Wow… and she said it straight up!! That takes something to say that ’cause not many folks would name names like that…. and now it makes sense because I remember asking why is India doing a song with Akon? So, NOW we know.. LOL!! And I REALLY am DIGGIN’ the NEW ALBUM!!
—Rob.7Rob, she didnt mention Akon’s name. That was me and my pesky cough, excuse me lol. But I think a lot of people wondered what was up with that pairing.
—HoneyIndia is incredible! She is wise beyond her 33 years and extremely talented. Can’t wait until she comes to Charlotte on May 6! I already have my tickets! Keeping on dropping “pearls” India!
—shawnOkay…but, but you better see somebody about that cough!…LOL
—Rob.7LOVE HER!
—IhsaanaWhat a wonderful interview! Whenever I see/hear India’s interviews, she always seems so humble and down to earth. Love her and her voice. :)
—kn519[...] Remix.” I actually liked this song when it came out, but still. It’s Akon. Ms. Arie hinted in a recent interview that she regrets this collabo. I completely understand. Akon should not have been allowed within 20 [...]
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