EPISODE · Jan 14, 2026 · 20 MIN
From Indianapolis to “End of the Road”: Babyface on Love, Evolution & Intention-Ep.174
from BackRoomConvo's · host Lesego M
Dear diary, welcome to Ep.174 of BackroomConvo’s with Lesego M — broadcasting into 2026: a Year of Possibilities and Dreams Answered. In this fresh New Year episode, we plant seeds of courage and intention in the garden of our minds, grateful for life’s blessings — both the sweet harvests and the tough lessons. Because what you plant today becomes the harvest of tomorrow.In this soulful episode, we reflect on growth, gratitude, and the magic of music — highlighted by a one-of-a-kind conversation with legendary singer-songwriter Babyface (Kenny Edmonds). From his early influences in Indianapolis and shy beginnings as a songwriter, to the unselfish art of writing classic love songs and the revolutionary impact of the drum machine — Babyface shares the stories behind hits that shaped generations.We dive deep into:What shaped Babyface’s musical journey from a quiet kid to an emotional storytellerHow Smokey Robinson quietly inspired himThe transformative power of performingThe craft of songwriting and producing with heartThe creation and legacy of “End of the Road”The enduring evolution of love songs — from Motown to The Weeknd to K-popThe uniqueness of artistic voice and the wisdom that comes with experiencePLUS, timeless insights on studying deeply, evolving continuously, and separating the performer from the person.This episode is a celebration of growth, music, and possibility — much like 2026 itself. Sow your thoughts, water your intentions, pull out doubt, and let what you plant bloom into lived reality.
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Dear diary, welcome to Ep.174 of BackroomConvo’s with Lesego M — broadcasting into 2026: a Year of Possibilities and Dreams Answered. In this fresh New Year episode, we plant seeds of courage and intention in the garden of our minds, grateful for life’s blessings — both the sweet harvests and the tough lessons. Because what you plant today becomes the harvest of tomorrow.In this soulful episode, we reflect on growth, gratitude, and the magic of music — highlighted by a one-of-a-kind conversation with legendary singer-songwriter Babyface (Kenny Edmonds). From his early influences in Indianapolis and shy beginnings as a songwriter, to the unselfish art of writing classic love songs and the revolutionary impact of the drum machine — Babyface shares the stories behind hits that shaped generations.We dive deep into:What shaped Babyface’s musical journey from a quiet kid to an emotional storytellerHow Smokey Robinson quietly inspired himThe transformative power of performingThe craft of songwriting and producing with heartThe creation and legacy of “End of the Road”The enduring evolution of love songs — from Motown to The Weeknd to K-popThe uniqueness of artistic voice and the wisdom that comes with experiencePLUS, timeless insights on studying deeply, evolving continuously, and separating the performer from the person.This episode is a celebration of growth, music, and possibility — much like 2026 itself. Sow your thoughts, water your intentions, pull out doubt, and let what you plant bloom into lived reality.
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From Indianapolis to “End of the Road”: Babyface on Love, Evolution & Intention-Ep.174
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