I wish he played, “Love Calls” that song is AMAZING

@babydee007

3 жыл бұрын

I was hoping the very same

@michellemartin2330

3 жыл бұрын

Same, should’ve sang his classics.

@tamekal795

3 жыл бұрын

Yesss!

@phillytreez

3 жыл бұрын

I cant lie I wanted to hear "Love Calls", "I can't stop loving u" and "Share my life" 😂😂😂

@asiablackgrl6482

3 жыл бұрын

He didn’t play Love Calls???! Omg 😱 😢 😩

I honestly feel like Tiny desk owes us another session with Kem! 🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵❤️

@telmd1

3 жыл бұрын

I have to agree... "The Classics" with Kem!!! I was lucky enough to catch him in concert in 2018. Jeffrey Osbourne opened for him here. Why did Kem make that mistake. They had to drag Jeffrey off the stage...LOL Amazing show!!!

Love KEM. I'm patiently waiting on the Sade Tiny Desk.

@asshhdoll

3 жыл бұрын

Who’s gonna tell her?

@ymb6987

3 жыл бұрын

Oh My - now THAT would be amazing! Co-sign that!!

@ymb6987

3 жыл бұрын

@@Alwaysindys lol

@birdhead73

3 жыл бұрын

Wishing upon a star for that one 🙂

@lungabivandlovu6028

3 жыл бұрын

Ain't we all

Erykah Badu ✅ Kem ✅ now all I need is Marsha Ambrosius, Jill Scott and Musiq 😂😂😂

@suthernbella

3 жыл бұрын

...and India Arie!

@atruewonder

3 жыл бұрын

Oooohhh yessssss!

@ymb6987

3 жыл бұрын

Yesss Bring It Tiny Desk!

@RayAhmon16

3 жыл бұрын

Marsha has been featured on here with Robert Glasper! But I agree, she needs her own....plus Musiq and Jill are definitely overdue!!

@WiiNV

3 жыл бұрын

Chrisette Michele Joe

Nobody: Kem: Hey Girl!

@asshhdoll

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣

@herFLYness79

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂

@BlackGoldSoul

3 жыл бұрын

Thats that man signature lol

@dblccole

3 жыл бұрын

😆😆😆

@Eye.Manifest

3 жыл бұрын

😂 yess

The man didnt even play any of his hits/classics but still killed it

@vtymes1982

3 жыл бұрын

I don't think I have heard a Kem song I didn't like. He's great and awesome lyrics too.❤💐😍👠💋

The true artist on Tiny Desk are the sound and mixing engineers. Every single episode sounds great.

@deadbeef6332

3 жыл бұрын

Ayyyy u right

@dennissalisbury496

3 жыл бұрын

Audio, very impressive. KEXP is also equally tech competent.

@g.p.3343

3 жыл бұрын

agree! one of the reasons I listen to every kind of genre on NPR and KEM is killin it too

@fine_art_wr

3 жыл бұрын

Why is this session so short?!

@Xenevyar

3 жыл бұрын

i agree!

This really deserves millions of views. Kem is the type of artist that are perfect for shows like this. No gimmicks. Just great music!

this man is probably responsible for both my children . . . "kemistry" came out in 2003, my daughter born in 2004, his "album ii" came out in 2005, my son born in 2006 . . .

@dr.karenhinton-polite4680

3 жыл бұрын

Lol, love it!

@adrienne_12thorpe

3 жыл бұрын

That’s that new math

@jeromeshadwick3884

3 жыл бұрын

I try not to play his music because it makes me want go astray

@Joelio8701

2 жыл бұрын

Lol amazing

Good Lord. The saxophone player took this somewhere else entirely. Kem is already one of my favorites, this too-short Tiny Desk was wonderful.

@nickolascooper19

3 жыл бұрын

Far too short!!

@makebacunningham6795

3 жыл бұрын

C Dyann oh my goodness yes the sax player was somewhere else!!! I felt the notes. Probably why KEM said he brought in some heavy artillery

In case yall dont know him, he makes grown folk rnb (ironically im 22). My mom loves his music so i grew up listening to him a lot. Such a legend.

@dblccole

3 жыл бұрын

My mom too. I surprised my mom and took her to see Kem in concert. That was years ago and she's still talking about it lol

@OGPeanutbutter

3 жыл бұрын

@@dblccole dang i wish i couldve did that yo

@dblccole

3 жыл бұрын

@@OGPeanutbutter when everything opens back up 🙏

@nicalljohn9007

3 жыл бұрын

You sound like my son. He’s 21 and I love me some Kem❤️❤️❤️😂

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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On a more serious note, I was disappointed that I didn’t recognize any of the songs on the set list but I’ve walked away with 3 new favs from him. Kem is amazing, keep making Detroit proud!!!

@jeromeshadwick3884

3 жыл бұрын

This is his New Stuff

@danaalanaarynndonald8253

3 жыл бұрын

I agree

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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0:00 - *Friend Today* (3:04) 3:36 - *Not Before You* (7:57) 8:19 - *Lonely*

@vtymes1982

3 жыл бұрын

Great music ❤💋👠💎🎁👑💋

I love the fact that KEM has stayed true to who he is. Not been tempted into commercial or trendy R&B.. His music is timeless. His 1st album is as fresh today, & love me some Kemistry.. For those new to KEM, see his new single “Love” posted on her last week. Love these new tracks. Definitely be buying 💜

@vtymes1982

3 жыл бұрын

Kemp's music is always on point for me. I love his music and his style. ❤😍💎🎁🎯👠💋

Kem is definitely in a class of his own. His music has helped me look at so many issues I had from a different perspective as I played him over the years to make sense of things. Midwest stand up!

@RobertSlover

3 жыл бұрын

that sweater is simply unacceptable....

@sugarcaneplain2097

3 жыл бұрын

🙏🏾

@Alphacentauri819

3 жыл бұрын

@@RobertSlover phew... I was looking for the ultimate authority on all that is acceptable/unacceptable. Now I know. I found you. You can help solve all the world’s BIG issues. Challenge your narratives, explore why you believe as you do. Let go of unimportant things, such as what other people wear.

@RobertSlover

3 жыл бұрын

@@Alphacentauri819 no content bot.

@Alphacentauri819

3 жыл бұрын

@@RobertSlover Wow, you are an original. Slinging creative phrases like you have any left sided brain activity...🙄 No content doesn’t mean jack sweetheart. Have a beautiful day 😘 How about expanding your rigid perceptions for a change? Getting a little humility? Checking your subconscious programs and conditioning? They don’t let bots do critical care on humans yet... so... that’s about how bot-like I am. 😂😁

And it's official...nearly 20 years later, and I love Kem all over again! Fantastic talent right here!

Kem is what a man sounds like when he's genuinely in love. The vulnerability in the pen is phenomenal. My 2 kids are proof.

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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Listening to Kem and suddenly everything is all right and at a stand still

Kem makes some amazing music

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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Kem is that guy! I love his music. This great to wake up to 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

@joannelindsay4977

3 жыл бұрын

I follow him on IG. Last night I noticed he posted a tiny desk link, and I can say it's great cuddle music too. I had to repeat in the AM. Loved the track Lonely. That sexy sax!!!! ❤

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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Saw Kem & I clicked so fast, couldn’t miss those buttery vocals🔥🔥🤩🤩NPR for the win again🥳Thank you

❤ wouldn't discover this without NPR music

@RikusRedBlack

3 жыл бұрын

Thx NPR 💚💛❤️

@jbrownx1

3 жыл бұрын

Kem has been doing it for a good minute. When you get a chance, check out some of hits that came out between 2003 to 2010 - great music!

@kemet432

3 жыл бұрын

You have a awesome time a head check out all KEM albums

@MammaKush88

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the sensual, romantic and unique realm, dear friend.

@jbill7808

3 жыл бұрын

@@RikusRedBlack kem does a great live show

I’m always torn between these acts playing their classics vs. more obscure songs that they happen to love. Regardless, I love Kem and everything he’s brought to the game. Aging like fine wine!

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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Oh yes the legend himself

Yes Kem makes beautiful music & has a beautiful voice but that sweater wins!!

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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@valeriestancil813

9 ай бұрын

Yesss that sweater is nasty!!!!… he be dressing his tail off anyway

One of the smoothest voices and simple, infectious groove artists. His music is never over complicated, always just right.

Why was this so short 😔! Kem is one of the few artists who consistently puts out great quality music👏🏾! Glad you’re back Kem 🙌🏾

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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I have seen him live in concert!!! He is the real deal!!! he calms my stress!

I just know this is a good one! Love me some Kem!

One of my faves of all time! Been listening to him since i was a kid and his voice still the same! Pure talent...he should get more recognition!

@RobertSlover

3 жыл бұрын

that sweater is simply unacceptable....

Haven’t heard from KEM in awhile! Such a gift.

@DreEst1991

3 жыл бұрын

He dropped an album earlier this year

@vtymes1982

3 жыл бұрын

❤💐💎👠🎯🎁👑👍⭐💞😍

One of the best at Smooth R&B! Nice work Tiny Desk. Keep 'em coming!

Kem is a breath of fresh air

One hour ago! I'm quick! Thank you NPR Lowkey wishing KEM here with Toni Braxton singing their duet I love KEM voice

Love me some Kem. 🥰

Smooth like butter

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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Musicians to bring the Power of Black Art👊🏾

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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That voice, man.

This melody in the first Song tastes like heaven

Big Fan of KEM ...Good Music !!

I love the way he sings his soul out of his songs.

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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"Lonely" here is simply a beautiful song. The vocals. The sax. The piano. The lyrics. All are perfection. I feel this song in my bones, and I'm not even lonely.

YOU BETTA SAAAAAANNNNNGGGG!!

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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OMGoodness his voice sounds so pleasant! As if its the radio..WOW

💗 Kem!

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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grrr. he didn’t do any of his classics! but this was still good.

@germyw

3 жыл бұрын

I was READY to belt out, "Love calls. LOVE CALLS your naaame baby. Do do dooo..." 😂

@queenkaili3243

3 жыл бұрын

Came to the comments looking for this! I’m so mad. Like come on now Kem 😂

@vtymes1982

3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely loved the music on here. He is one of the few artists that all his music is so beautiful. 💋❤👠😍💐Everytime.

I'd love to work with Kem someday he's one of my favorite singers of all time!

The king of Wedding and Anniversary songs

How am I JUST discovering that Kem has a Tiny Desk oml 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

That saxophone was everything!

KEM... My guy!.. I really want him to sing at my Wedding... 💪🏿💯

Love this album! Kem has consistently put out good music since Kemistry in 2003! One of my all time favorite R&B artists.

Never a disappointment!! Needed a longer tiny desk concert from him!! Love me some KEM! I dont know how I missed this one

I love Kem. Born in the 90's, but his songs still hit.

My Big Sister, my only sister passed Aug 2nd in her sleep, weeks prior she told her son that when she passes she wanted him to play "Lonely" at her home going ceremony. My Nephew found her in her bed when she didn't answer his call . Rest Easy Sis . I love you ❤😪

"Lonely" that's one of your good ones. Kem

Detroit in the House y’all!

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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This man has a extremely great unique voice love hearing him sing and his relaxing music. Good to the soul

These songs are not played ofen, but it was very refreshing to sit and enjoy them. Bless..yeh man🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲

We see you Kem! 🔥🔥🔥

Sax players always give me the best vibe

The vibes in this is just phenomenal📶⏫✅

what a voice! God has truly blessed, you kem.

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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NPR killin it..love me some Kem!!!

I am so happy for Kem, his wife, and all the love that illuminates from him.

KEM is awesome! I bought his first CD for 5 of my friends I love his vibe so much, everyone should know about him. So happy he is on Tiny Desk!

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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Forgot how smooth KEM's voice is.. nicely done!

This entire performance from three incredibly talented musicians, just warms my soul and brings the joy of listening to great music back!

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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Wow how beautiful. Do your thing Kem. I'm loving it.

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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Wow! Wonderful on every level! Thanks NPR!

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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This some smooth stuff. Love me some KEM

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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I remember when he was new and I saw him perform on the Santa Monica pier! I knew he was a mega star right away! ❤

Always love his music a very souful artist!!!!

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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The sax on Lonely is sooo smooth...love it.

The fact that MR Owens didn't play ALL hits from his new ALBUM makes him SPECIAL. I adore him 💙

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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This man is simply WONDERFUL!! Always has a testimony!! LOVE me some KEM!!!!!!

Kem I've been going thru a heavy duty Spiritual awakening 🙏 cleansing, purging and your Gorgeous music has been a huge part of it.....anyone who can play piano and write lyrics and sing with such Soul touching,heart strings 💜 pulling,You sing like an Angel!!!! Thank you for your incredible talent!!! 🙏🥰✨💜🌷❣️🎹🎤🙏

So good to wake up like this. Showering to go to work listening some Kem! I got surprised when I’ve seem him here 🥰

How did I miss this, I love Kem

Yesss Kem..

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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I've never opened a notification so fast. I liked before watching. I just knew he would bring it! Also, can we talk about how smooth the sax is😍

Love Kem voice is still crisp and clear ♥️💖♥️💖

All of KEM songs are epic

Real R&B Never Fails.

Thank you !! thank you!! thank you !! I’ve been waiting for this!!!!!

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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Tiny desk we need Kem in the actual office. Please make it happen

Wonderful, thank you Tiny Desk, amazing and inspiring channel.

Great moment ! Thanks KEM

I love your your sound KEM! All these songs are spectacular.

I love his music. His voice is really smooth.

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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@Aizen-hc1oz

2 жыл бұрын

Those 4 octaves vocal range is a blessing for him.

He still got it!!Jams.

One of my Favorite artists!!!!!

Just classic and romantic! I love me some KEM. Great music to have a romantic dinner to.

KEM❤

My guy love his music

Love the live Kem..

peace; Still smooth 2021. Always one of the talented Brothas!

@kemkem4336

3 жыл бұрын

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One of my favorite artists, thank you NPR!

Kem on Tiny Desk. What a treat💙

That Voice. Love me some KEM.