Referenced Resources

Here’s a breakdown of all the resources mentioned in the interview, categorized by type:

People

• Justin (Speaker_01) - The primary subject of the interview, a musician discussing his album “Changes,” personal struggles, faith, and marriage.
• Haley (Speaker_00) - The interviewer, engaging in a deep conversation with Justin about his life and career.
• Haley - Justin’s wife, mentioned as a source of support, a significant reason for his comeback and success, and the inspiration for his album.
• Pooh Bear - A collaborator on Justin’s album “Changes,” mentioned as someone Justin trusts and has great chemistry with.
• Quavo - A featured artist on Justin’s album “Changes.”
• Travis (Travis Scott) - A featured artist on Justin’s album “Changes.”
• Kehlani - A featured artist on Justin’s album “Changes,” admired for her vocal tone and authenticity.
• Scooter - Likely Scooter Braun, Justin’s manager, mentioned in the context of work and as someone who might be amused by Justin’s past mistakes.
• Nick - Mentioned in the context of discussing tour dysfunction.
• Ariana Grande - Justin performed on stage with her, which boosted his confidence.
• Billie Eilish - A fellow artist who experienced rapid, intense public success, with whom Justin had a notable encounter.
• Kobe - Referenced in the context of a tragic loss, highlighting the uncertainty of life and opportunities.
• Jesus - Central to Justin’s faith journey, discussed in terms of belief, obedience, and his character.
• Justin’s mom - Mentioned as having a confusing faith journey due to her own life experiences.
• Justin’s dad - Mentioned as previously not married but now doing an awesome job in his current marriage.
• Haley’s parents - Justin mentions not having an example of marriage from his own parents.
• The baby (on the album) - The sound of a baby is present on the album, symbolizing future family plans.

Organizations

• Not explicitly mentioned as distinct organizations, but the music industry and touring are discussed as broad contexts.

Documents

• The Bible - Referenced in the context of faith and its teachings on obedience and faith.
• The album “Changes” - The central document of the interview, discussed in detail regarding its themes, inspiration, and sound.
• The documentary - Mentioned in relation to Kehlani being inspired by Justin’s openness about difficult topics.
• The song “Real Love” - A song on Justin’s album “Changes” that refers to the confirmation of his relationship.

Tools

• Not explicitly mentioned as distinct tools, but the context implies the use of recording equipment for music production and potentially cameras for the interview itself.

Technologies

• Instagram - Where Justin found a musician named “Clever” based on his tone.
• IVs - Mentioned as part of Justin’s treatment for Lyme disease.

Concepts/Conditions/Diseases

• The human condition - A recurring theme, particularly in relation to creating music and art.
• Epstein-Barr (Mono) - A diagnosis Justin had, contributing to his exhaustion.
• Lyme disease - A diagnosis Justin has, impacting his lifestyle and health.
• Faith - A significant theme, explored through Justin’s personal journey and beliefs.
• Self-destruction - A path Justin believes he was on before his spiritual and personal transformation.
• Reconciliation - The process of mending relationships, particularly with his wife.
• Trust - A foundational element in relationships and business, discussed throughout the interview.
• Patience - A key virtue highlighted in relationships and personal growth.
• Boundaries - Discussed as important for emotional well-being and business leadership.
• Judgment - A personal struggle Justin is working through.
• Self-righteousness - An aspect of human behavior that Justin dislikes and has struggled with.
• Temptation - Described as something Justin fights against daily.
• Hope - What people are looking for in the world.
• Escape - What people are looking for in the world.
• Truth - What people are looking for in the world.
• Blessing - A concept Justin and his wife often use to describe their lives, despite global pain.
• Dichotomy - The challenge of mourning loss while accepting blessings.
• Humiliation - A feeling Justin’s mom made him feel despite forgiveness.
• Shame - A feeling Justin lived in due to past experiences.
• Unforgiveness - A struggle Justin dealt with from previous relationships.
• Naivety - Associated with youthful inspiration for music.
• Impressionable - Describes how Justin was when he first gained fame.
• Stigma - The interview aims to break down the stigma that artists should be grateful for everything.
• Consciousness - Conversations like this can bring a level of consciousness to people.
• Vulnerability - Justin’s willingness to be vulnerable is seen as inspiring.
• Authenticity - A valued trait in artists and relationships, particularly in Kehlani.
• Raw emotion - Felt through the music of “Clever.”
• Injustice - Something Justin plans to address in future music.
• Marginalization - An issue Justin plans to address in future music.
• Unorthodox family environment - Justin’s upbringing is described as not normal, influencing his views on family.
• Dysfunctional family life - Justin’s childhood is described this way, impacting his understanding of leadership.
• Adoration - The attention Justin receives from fans, which can be confusing.
• Selfish desires - Acknowledged as a human trait that needs to be managed.
• Broken humanity - Justin’s perception of the current state of humanity.
• Control - Something Justin feels he has worked hard to regain after a decade of it feeling out of control.