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Pharrell Williams is without a doubt one of the biggest songwriter/producer and artist ever. So it was only right that he told his story on the Storytellers stage in New York City at the Tribeca Film Festival!

The Virginia native sat down with journalist Minya Oh, to discuss his legacy and what’s next for his ecosystem of creativity.

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During the 60 minute interview, Pharrell talked about how he founded the Humanrace brand to empower individuals in their pursuit of wellbeing. In addition to that, he talked so humbly about his non profit organizations called YELLOW, that helps the odds for youth through education, along with another one of his non profit organization’s titled  Black Ambition, which helps assist with the success of Black and Latinx entrepreneurs.

Throughout his career Pharell has rightfully racked up a long list of accomplishments. He’s been honored with 13 Grammy Awards, two Academy Award nominations, Golden Globe and Emmy nominations in music and producing. Pharrell also threw his hat in the fashion world, having partnerships with major brands such as Chanel and Adidas, just to name a few.

While also speaking on his legacy, Williams believes he is actually not the greatest of all time. “No, I am not one of the greatest, I’m a perpetual learner. I am a student, because I’m always learning.”

Pharrell spoke a sense of humility, and inspiration. Even with his career spanning over 20 years, he’s still happy doing what he loves; creating and helping others create. When asked, ‘what is the secret?’ The answer was to be yourself, know your worth, and stay persistent.

Williams also spoke on his upcoming festival “Something in the water’ . Due to the Covid pandemic, he had to cancel the festival back in both 2020 and 2021. This year, he’s back and has booked a lineup of A-list musical performers with himself headlining the festival. Some standout names include Lil Uzi Vert, Tyler The Creator, Davido, Ashanti, Ja Rule, Chloe x Halle, Baby Tate, Pusha T, Mariah The Scientist, Rae Sremmurd, Teyana Taylor, Tierra Whack, and Dave Matthews Band.

Catch Pharrell & Friends at the ‘Something in the water’ festival on June 17th through 19th. Pharrell is also set to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame June 16th.

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