Michael Kiwanuka - “Kiwanuka” & Coming to Terms with Who He Is | The Daily Social Distancing Show

Michael Kiwanuka talks about his parents’ leap of faith in supporting his music, how he overcame crippling self-doubt and why he waited until his third album to self-title. #DailyShow #TrevorNoah #MichaelKiwanuka

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[DFTNSHEXGRM]

Did not expect him to pop up on the daily show. I literally just ordered a vinyl copy of his third record yesterday. Keep being you Michael, and I’m low key glad he didn’t collab with Kanye

[drwagumaeliasjb]

Proud of you ...am from Uganda...keep representing..do your thing

[DRAMATICLEGS]

Omg I was sitting behind Trevor at that concert! It was so good and such a special performance

[brownkemosabe]

"I'm a Black Man in a White World"
"You Ain't the Problem"
Brother Michael's songs ring true and soulful! Rightful winner of the Mercury Award!

[muganziaiden]

Kiwanuka is loyalty. His grandfather was the first Prime Minister of the Newly Independent Republic of Uganda. Like he said, his name means so much even without him needing to explain.

[roaahajar]

Love all his music, so happy to see him here

[evacarolamuths]

I love Michael Kiwanuka’s music. He is so talented and creative.
You deserves the Grammy and all the success so very much.
Stay true to your name and your style, it’s unique and totally awesome 👏🏻

[joepiekl]

I caught the end of his show at a festival in Ireland, but I'd love to see a full show. He was incredible live.

[DigitalLazarus]

When I first heard "Always Waiting" I wept like a wee baby. Sublime.

[ElmoBiotech]

Amazing original artist- he has brought me so much real, but sometimes sad, peace & understanding this past year. Always real and empowering.
Is he a hero? YES!!!

[fanuvmusic]

I was “Always Waiting” for this interview

[leonestello]

"The thing that makes you unique, the thing that makes you different... Is what's your strength" 3:35
❤️With love❤️
-Micheal Kiwanuka

[cmessett]

How in the WORLD did i miss this?! MICHAEL KI WA NU KA! (-stamp feet when pronouncing each syllable of his last name-) i love me some Michael KI WA NU KA!!! seriously, one of the best concerts i've attended; he is fabulous.

[robertgerald]

Kiwanuka is quite possibly the greatest artist if the 21st century.

[kirradoll]

Unpopular opinion: I'm happy he didn't make a song with Kanye

[baronesselsavonfreytag-lor]

Lovely to hear Michael Kiwanuka's story after loving his music for so long.

[organicallygrownwoman]

So excited for this new masterpiece. Love you MK💜💜🇺🇸

[pamstuckey]

Last show I saw before the pandemic was also Micheal - in February in DC. So glad he's up for a Grammy so more people can get to know his music

[RebeccaWhite]

I remember hearing him for the first time and having no idea who he was but totally blown away by his music. I’ll buy any of his music.

[harung]

Omg so glad to see him. His solid ground helped me through 2020 and I can't wait for others to experience his music.