Grammy Award winner Miguel is tired of hearing superficial music. Addressing recording artists chasing after commericial success instead of delivering unique material, Miguel says the sound he tries to achieve is "personal" and not "status quo."
"There was a time when rhythm and blues music was diverse. It was adventurous and experimental. I think somehow we've gotten away from discovering our unique perspective in exchange for commercial success, or what we perceive to be commercial success. I also think it also has a lot to do with time," Miguel shared when discussing "Adorn" with the Chicago Tribune this week. "As a fan of R&B music, I'm tired of this superficial music that I've been hearing especially from R&B so maybe it's timing, it's just the right time."
In related news, Miguel is gearing up for a major performance on "Saturday Night Live." Due to take a break from touring with Alicia Keys, to appear on SNL April 13, Miguel says he and his team are hoping to give a defining and classic performance.
"Every moment we get to play on stage is defining. It's classic. "SNL" is probably one of the premiere outlets that a musician can perform on that isn't obviously a music outlet. It's a legendary stage where legendary artists have played, but like you said, some have made their careers, some have hurt them. I just go out there and have fun, that's the whole spirit, to go out there and have fun," Miguel shared.
Are you looking forward to Miguel's debut on SNL?
Miguel, one of the biggest names in R&B music today, recently made an appearance on Saturday Night Live to discuss his thoughts on current trends in the industry. He spoke passionately about how he’s tired of the superficiality that exists in a lot of popular music nowadays. His words sparked both debate and discussion among fans and critics alike. In this article, we’ll explore Miguel’s comments and what they mean for the future of R&B music.
What did Miguel have to say? During his SNL interview, he addressed why he doesn’t listen to mainstream radio anymore. “I’m just so tired of hearing all these same-sounding songs,” said Miguel. He went on to explain how artists are too focused on creating something that sounds good instead of making meaningful art with substance. This caught many listeners off guard as it seemed like a rather harsh critique coming from someone who is part of the very industry being criticized.
The response to Miguel’s candid remarks was immense; people had mixed reactions ranging from agreement to complete disagreement. Some thought his words were inspiring while others found them unnecessarily critical towards other musicians. Whatever your opinion may be, there’s no denying that Miguel has opened up a conversation about what makes great R&B music and how society can stop rewarding mediocrity disguised as pop hits meant for mass consumption only.
Miguel’s Views On R&B Music
R&B music has had a long journey throughout the years, but it seems that Miguel is tired of its current state. In an interview with Rolling Stone recently, the artist opened up about his feelings towards contemporary R&B and how he believes it’s become too superficial.
Miguel expressed that he wants to see more substance in today’s R&B offerings. He said that there needs to be more depth when it comes to storytelling and lyricism, as opposed to just creating music for “the club scene or radio playlists.” The singer explained that he feels like the genre has been stuck in one place for too long and needs something new.
The musician also shared his thoughts on Saturday Night Live—a show which often features performances from many popular artists—by saying that “it can definitely be done better” than what is currently being put out. He made sure to clarify though, that this wasn’t aimed at any particular artist specifically, but instead was meant to point out where the industry could use improvement overall. It’s clear that Miguel hopes to see more meaningful music come out of the R&B world soon.
Snl Performance And Critique Of Popular Music
In addition to his views on R&B music, Miguel also shared what he believes SNL could do better when it comes to performances. He said that the show should focus more on showcasing genuine talent rather than just popular songs. The singer felt like there was a lack of creativity and meaningful messages in some of the acts featured on SNL, and he hoped for something different from future shows.
Miguel went on to explain that he wanted artists to be able to express themselves through their music without having to sacrifice any emotion or depth. He thinks people need to take risks with their artistry instead of sticking with formulas that have been successful in the past. Ultimately, this would create an atmosphere where everyone is pushing each other creatively; thus leading to higher-quality works overall.
The musician concluded by saying that it’s important not only for himself but for all musicians out there to stay true to who they are as individuals while making sure their work carries substance. Only then will the industry see real progress towards creating timeless pieces of art.
Conclusion
The views of Miguel on R&B music and his critique of popular music during his SNL performance were powerful. He made it clear that he’s tired of the superficial nature of most contemporary pop songs, which is why we need more artists like him to come out and speak up against this trend in order to bring back the true soulful sound of real R&B.
As a fan of his work, I truly appreciate what Miguel has said and done. His message serves as an important reminder for us all—that making meaningful music should be our priority, not just chasing after commercial success or creating catchy tunes with shallow lyrics. We should strive for something deeper, something that can touch hearts and make people feel something special when they listen to it.
Miguel’s words are inspiring and will hopefully encourage other musicians to think twice before producing vapid songs without any substance. Let’s use this opportunity to create meaningful music that reflects who we really are—and if nothing else, at least let’s acknowledge Miguel for having the courage to speak up about an issue so many others choose to ignore!