Cal Scruby Talks Music Career, Battling Anxiety, and Going Independent - The Mental Game
2024 ж. 19 Мам.
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Rapper Cal Scruby joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Cal opens up about his music career, battling anxiety, and why he walked away from a record deal.
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Humble as can be and crushes every track he puts out. Cal is a national treasure.
FNA! I second this. As someone who just found Cal's music about a year ago, I just thought he was an excellent lyricist with a phenomenal group of producers, but after voraciously consuming every bit of content he produces, and hearing a LOT of the same shit I struggle(d) with in his lyrics, I was like, "PLEASE let this dude be a real one. Not someone who studied the algorithm to find that songs that touch on addiction and mental health issues and insecurities happen to be doing well right now, and therefore used that leverage to get some hits out the door." Then I learned more about his past in the industry, and the way he articulates particular struggles... yeah, no way he hasn't personally experienced it all. Then he goes and tells stories, passes on lessons he's learned, saying something (as opposed to just rhyming punny lines in a pleasant poetic meter) meaningful, all in one of the best flows out and on top of some of the best backing tracks I've ever heard. Cal Scruby Radio STAYS on my Spotify 24/6. (I save one day for my girl, Lex Bratcher.)
Not to mention funny as hell! I still rewatch the Shits N Gigs videos every now and then
This man is underrated as fuckk
I'm a disabled vet, I deal with so much mental stuff. I really love Cal and his authenticity. I really like him and a couple other rappers who talk about the real shit that so many deal with privately. It's so easy to feel alone in a room full of people dealing with my head shit. To know that I'm not alone. He does far more good for people than he knows. His music has saved me. Thank you.
this dude makes my life more brighter
This man music is fire, and his struggles are relatable. I love him
Scruby never skribble!!!
Love you Cal, you make all my days just a little better! E specially when i'm annoying the neighbors with Money buy drugs, Brainwash and No more freestyle!
Yo Calvin that album was spot on with timing man... you got no idea. No more freestyle/Lookin like Jesus >>>>>>>
you the best scrubby, your bars are so hard
Honestly needed to hear some of this tonight
Really enjoyed this interview! Cal Scruby 🔥
so many people can relate and its hard to admit it. i admit it too. life is hard and sometimes our brains cant handle it. Have a great Wednesday everyone. keep your head up.
love this. cal you’re an inspiration, my guy.
Some girl some day...is going to be the luckiest girl in the world being with Cal... Everything about him is so genuine, he's intelligent and he's so down to earth... His looks are just a bonus!
I've been hesitant to catch an interview with Cal because, as the old adage goes: "Never meet your heroes.". Heroes would be a bit strong, but as I'm sure many others can attest, his music has been an anchor during many a riptide, to turn a phrase. During the hard days, I can find fraternity in "My Anxiety". During the easier, goofy days, I'll blare "French Tips" or "My Phone Died" down the highway. He has created a huddle for those of us who hear echoes of our past in his lyrics. Maybe I'm just getting too introspective and vulnerable for a YT comment section, but if Cal can come out baring teeth and heart in equal measure, it gives the rest of us a place to feel like shit, at least, and a place to lift ourselves up and use the negativity to fuel progress at best. Remember this phrase to temper hype and shine a light during dark times: "This too, shall pass." Sorry to harsh the buzz, y'all.
I resonate a lot with this
Just recently discovered this guys music a few weeks ago on KZhead randomly and has been pretty much all I’ve been listening to since, googled him today to find out a bit more about him, and found out he just did a show in my hometown a few weeks ago. I listen to a lot of underground independent music especially hip hop and have no idea how he has been slept on this long. That casino album is straight fire.
Same! No clue how I found him, but I'm obsessed. Every song is a banger.
thanks for sharing!
Awesome interview. Cal seems so down to earth and intelligent. I cannot wait to meet him someday.
Money buy drugs is the first video I ever ran across and listened to that got me hooked! Thank you for the algorithm KZhead
Cal scruby I love you my guy you are amazing and all your work is as well man!! So crazy how slept on you are call him purple mattress! So let me know that you are the man no one can match this!!
Cal thinking he lost it is hilarious because any of his true fans know his best music is yet to come. Cal makes music that certain people like myself really connect with. Its like he is writing soundtrack to my life. Between Cal Scruby , Ryan caraveo and Jon bellion i need no other music these 3 are my rushmore
Cal Scruby is 🔥
Come to Albuquerque cal please!!!
This interview helps me to search you out more Cal- You so dope brauh- You worth the excavation deep dive I wish you were a clean rapper but that is my battle not yours- but you so dope doin’ you🎉 Beating the odds is Dope Going indie is brave Stuff- real work You not a white anybody else You just you! and that is Amaze Guts🎉 Much Respect!🎉
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Please do a show in la
remember that therapists aren't born with a gift... they are only human. if a therapist isn't helping then find a new therapist that can help. what works for some may not work for you...dont give up! theres a therapist who can help and will help.
Cal, please turn the closet metaphor into song lyrics. If you don’t, I will, and I won’t @ you!
So mad I I’m just seeing this😅