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Written Gems
by Lead And Be Legendary
Written GemsA series where songwriters Nametag Alexander and Ketch P dive into the songs they wish they wrote, the lyrical skillset , the storytelling, and the moments that inspire reflection. From the classics, the current, to music-based films, every episode explores the craft behind the songs and stories that became legendary. Join two creative minds as they celebrate, deconstruct, and pay homage to the writers behind the gems.
Episodes
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What Are Your Personal Top 7 Hip Hop Remixes | #11
On Episode 11 of Written Gems, Nametag Alexander and Ketch P take a trip through their personal Hip Hop memories and each reveal their 7 favorite remixes of all time. No official rankings. No “greatest remixes ever” list. Just 14 personal favorites and a conversation about what made these remixes...
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#10 “Why This Classic By The S.O.S Band Defined ‘80s R&B” w/ Jynn Cole
On Episode 10 of Written Gems, the show welcomes its first-ever guest, singer-songwriter Jynn Cole, for a conversation celebrating one of R&B's most timeless slow jams, "Tell Me If You Still Care" by The S.O.S. Band. Together, they explore the brilliance behind the Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis…
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#9 “We’re All In The Same Gang”
Episode 9 of Written Gems takes us back to 1990 as we revisit one of the most important posse cuts in hip-hop history, "We're All In The Same Gang" by the West Coast Rap All-Stars. Ketch P and Nametag break down how the record came together, the message behind it, the legendary lineup, and why…
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#7 “Dirtbaggin’ In R&B”
On this episode of Written Gems, Ketch P and Nametag cover a little bit of everything. We kick things off with a conversation about Black men's health and the importance of mobility before shifting into one of our favorite topics, R&B storytelling. From Bobby Womack's "I Wish He Didn't Trust Me…
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#7 “Stop The Violence Movement | Self Destruction”
In this episode of Written Gems, we dig deep into what’s considered to be one of the most important singles in rap history, “Self Destruction" by The Stop The Violence Movement (1989). This song is a who's-who of East Coast royalty: Heavy D, Chuck D, Flavor Flav, MC Lyte, Kool Moe Dee, Doug E....
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#6 “USA For Africa | We Are The World”
On this episode of Written Gems, hosts Ketch P and Nametag Alexander dig deep into one of the most iconic charity singles ever recorded, "We Are The World" by USA for Africa. Released on March 7, 1985, the platinum-selling, history-making anthem was co-written by Michael Jackson and Lionel…
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#5 TLC’s “Creep”
On this episode of Written Gems, Nametag Alexander and Ketch P pull up the info on one of the most deceptively smooth records of the '90s TLC's "Creep." Released on Halloween night of 1994, the Dallas Austin-penned classic didn't just top the Billboard Hot 100, it rewired how the world thought...
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#4 A “Michael” Movie Discussion
On this episode of Written Gems, Nametag Alexander and Ketch P break down the highly talked-about Michael movie based on the life of the legendary Michael Jackson. From the box office success and Jaafar Jackson’s performance, to the deleted scenes, controversy, and rumors of a possible Part 2. We...
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#3 “Mo’ Better Blues”
For Merch https://nametag.bandcamp.com/merch In this episode of Written Gems, we break down Mo’ Better Blues (1990) — the iconic jazz drama directed by Spike Leeand starring Denzel Washington — and explore how music drives the entire narrative. We analyze the character of Bleek Gilliam, the…
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#2 “Ain’t My Type Of Hype”
Music & Merch 👇🏾 https://nametag.bandcamp.com/merch On this episode of Written Gems, we break down “Ain’t My Type Of Hype” by Full Force—a song forever cemented in hip-hop history through the House Party soundtrack and its iconic dance battle scene. Me and Ketch P dig into the writing…
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#1 “These Three Words”
In the inaugural episode of Written Gems, Nametag and Ketch P unpack Stevie Wonder’s heartfelt classic “These Three Words.” This isn’t just a song — it’s a lesson in vulnerability, in saying what matters before it’s too late. Stevie’s lyrics are simple, but the truth behind them is anything but....
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Written GemsA series where songwriters Nametag Alexander and Ketch P dive into the songs they wish they wrote, the lyrical skillset , the storytelling, and the moments that inspire reflection. From the classics, the current, to music-based films, every episode explores the craft behind the songs and stories that became legendary. Join two creative minds as they celebrate, deconstruct, and pay homage to the writers behind the gems.
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Written GemsA series where songwriters Nametag Alexander and Ketch P dive into the songs they wish they wrote, the lyrical skillset , the storytelling, and the moments that inspire reflection. From the classics, the current, to music-based films, every episode explores the craft behind the songs...
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