Rick James on The Late Late Show with Tom Snyder (1998)
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Published 2021-02-19
Singer and performing artist, Rick James is guest on 'The Late Late Show with Tom Snyder' during this sincere 07-21-1998 interview.
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Rick James (1948-2004) was an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and record producer. Born and raised in Buffalo, New York, James began his musical career in his teen years. After forming the locally popular Stone City Band in his hometown of Buffalo in 1977, James finally found success as a recording artist after signing with Motown's Gordy Records, releasing the album Come Get It! in 1978 which produced the hits "You & I" and "Mary Jane". In 1981, James released his most successful album, Street Songs, which included career-defining hits such as "Give It to Me Baby" and "Super Freak", the latter song becoming his biggest crossover single, mixing elements of funk, disco, rock and new wave. James was also known for his soulful ballads such as "Fire & Desire" and "Ebony Eyes". Rapper MC Hammer sampled James' "Super Freak" for his 1990 hit, "U Can't Touch This" which won Best R&B Song at the 1991 Grammy Awards. James received his only Grammy for composing the song. By the early 1990s, James' career was hampered by his drug addiction, and he was embroiled with legal issues. In 1993, James was convicted...while under the influence of crack cocaine, resulting in a three-year sentence at Folsom State Prison. James was released on parole in 1996 and released the album Urban Rapsody in 1997. James' health problems halted his career again after he had a mild stroke during a concert in 1998, and he announced a semi-retirement. Since he burst upon the scene in the late 70's with his unique brand of Punk Funk music, James has been an inspiration to his peers and won the acclaim of audiences and critics alike.
Tom Snyder (1936 - 2007) was an American pioneering television personality and figure in broadcast journalism who brought a no non-sense attitude to broadcast television news. He was best known for his late nigh talk shows Tomorrow (NBC) and The Late Late Show with Tom Snyder (CBS). His engaging style combined with his irascible attitude, made him one of the best-known journalists of his time, back when having a nationally televised and thought-provoking late-night talk show actually meant something. It was a totally different time in television, as the news was delivered as information with no spin or opinion of the newsman. He marked the end of an era.
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All Comments (21)
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R I P Rick James and Tom Snyder great interview between these gentlemen!
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I miss shows like this - no agenda - just open discussion - so refreshing.
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Met Rick in 1997. He was sober at the time and so much fun. Also met Teena Marie twice. She was the best. May they both R.I.P
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Man Rick was a real one he was for the people
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Rick James was such a smart guy. Emotionally honest no matter what.
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Rick was definitely sober at this interview, he was clear and concise. It’s good seeing him in his non intoxicated state. R.I.P. Rick James The original Super Freak
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Tom Snyder is a great interviewer. I like that he doesn’t pretend to be what he’s not and he is non-judgmental of Rick and his guests… You can tell Rick feels comfortable here, like the guy isn’t setting him up, even with the personal questions to make him look stupid or to sensationalize things for ratings. Tom seems genuinely concerned and like he’s having a conversation with another person he finds interesting. Great, great job!
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I can see his maturity here.
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He probably threw his hip out when he was griding his high heels into eddies couch. Unnnniiiitttyyyuy
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Rick was that dude! He was so much more than the Chappelle show... It was cool just to see him talking and mixing it up with Tom....sober.
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Rick James was a musical Genius!
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It's hard to believe 19 years have passed since the great Rick James died. What a nice surprise to find this interview; thanks for posting it.
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man, if yall dont get Terrence Howard in a Rick James biopic this instant.......
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Rick really looked good there, he lived the life many people dream about but few can maintain. RIP Rick, you were one of a kind my brother.
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Very intelligent and talented human.
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I've never seen Rick James with short hair lol. R.I.P. Still love your music to this day
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I miss these type of late night interviews. You could tell they had a genuine like and respect for each other. This was awesome❤️
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Rick James is as real as they come. Thank u for your honesty ,a life if a drug addict isn't glamorous.people just don't know.
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Wow I'm just seeing this for the 1st time. A side of Rick James that I've never seen, so much more respect for him.
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Rick James. "I smoked crack from my crack". Thats some badass commitment to your addiction. RIP Rick. You showed me the soul and the funk baby. Much love.
