My Favorite Lyrics with Devon Walker

Rapper and singer Kenny Mason joins Devon on the show this week to break down the lyrics in Travis Porter’s “Waffle House,” discuss Future’s creation of the term “pesbians,” and recap the Andre 3000 flute concert.  Kenny Mason, whose music has soundtracked everything from “NHL 24” to HBO’s “Euphoria” released his third studio album BULLDAWG on May 12th, and it was #9 on Spotify’s List of Top 10 Albums in the first few weeks. The project explores themes of identity, self-worth, and the pressure to define your value in a world that often tries to do it for you. Framed around the idea that “we live in a junkyard,” Kenny reflects on disposability of both artists and people and the tension between ambition and protecting your sense of self. It’s introspective without losing intensity and feels especially resonant across genres. Featuring collaborations with JID, Dominic Fike, Paris Texas, and more, Kenny frames the project around the idea that “we live in a junkyard,” meaning the disposability, of artists and of people, and the tension between ambition and protecting your sense of self. Kenny sits in a compelling space between hip-hop and alternative rock, pulling inspiration from bands like Title Fight, The Smashing Pumpkins, and My Chemical Romance, pairing this influence with sharp lyricism and fluid, polished production. Host and Executive Producer: Devon Walker Executive Producer: Lauren Mandel Producer: Carmen Carigan Editor: Nicole Lyons Have a favorite lyric you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] or leave a voicemail at (332) 203-6429. We're on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠ @myfavoritelyricspod, and subscribe to our ⁠YouTube⁠ channel to watch full video episodes and access exclusive content. Follow Kenny Mason @kennymason Follow Devon Walker @internetdevon Follow Disco Nap @adisconapproduction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Comedian and writer Josh Gondelman joins Devon on the show this week to reveal Dave Matthews’ surprisingly good politics, break down “Shoop” by Salt-N-Pepa, and to question Celine Dion’s lawlessness in “It's All Coming Back to Me Now.” Josh Gondelman is a writer and comedian who incubated in Boston before moving to New York City, where he currently lives and most recently worked as the head writer and an executive producer for Desus & Mero on Showtime. Previously, he spent five years at Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, first as a web producer and then as a staff writer where he earned four Emmy Awards, two Peabody Awards, and three WGA Awards. Josh also previously wrote for Fuse TV’s Billy On The Street.    His most recent hour, Positive Reinforcement, is now available to stream. Josh’s debut standup special People Pleaser was released in 2022. In 2016, Josh made his late-night standup debut on Conan (TBS), and he has also performed on Late Night With Seth Meyers (NBC) and The Late Late Show with James Corden (CBS). Host and Executive Producer: Devon Walker Executive Producer: Lauren Mandel Producer: Carmen Carigan Editor: Nicole Lyons Have a favorite lyric you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] or leave a voicemail at (332) 203-6429. We're on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠ @myfavoritelyricspod, and subscribe to our ⁠YouTube⁠ channel to watch full video episodes and access exclusive content. Follow Josh Gondelman @joshgondelman Follow Devon Walker @internetdevon Follow Disco Nap @adisconapproduction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Legendary producer and musician Dahi ("Money Trees" by Kendrick Lamar, "a lot" by 21 Savage, "Worst Behavior" by Drake) joins Devon on the show this week to pay homage to one of his favorite Jadakiss freestyles, speak on his creative process, and to discuss his new album, "Black Boy (Alternative)."  Dahi, formerly known as DJ Dahi, is one of the most influential producers of his generation, serving as a sonic architect behind some of the most defining records of the past decade. A Grammy Award winner and six-time Grammy nominee, he earned the Grammy for Best Rap Song for “a lot” by 21 Savage featuring J. Cole and has also been recognized with a nomination for Producer of the Year, Non-Classical, one of the Recording Academy’s highest honors for producers. Born and raised in Inglewood, California, to a mother from North Carolina and a father from Côte d’Ivoire, Dahi’s upbringing and diverse musical influences have helped shape his singular approach to sound. Dahi’s genre-spanning body of work includes collaborations with artists such as Vampire Weekend, Madonna, Steve Lacy, Brent Faiyaz, Omar Apollo, Kelela, Tyler, The Creator, Kali Uchis, Little Simz, and Childish Gambino. His production credits include a remarkable roster of landmark albums, from Kendrick Lamar’s good kid, m.A.A.d city, DAMN., and Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers to Drake’s Views, Childish Gambino’s 3.15.20, Steve Lacy’s Gemini Rights, SZA’s SOS, and Mac Miller’s Swimming. His new album, “Black Boy (Alternative)” marks Dahi’s debut album as a solo artist, ushering in a new era for the Grammy-winning producer and bringing together an extraordinary lineup of artists including Kendrick Lamar, Childish Gambino, Vince Staples, Channel Tres, Fousheé, Ravyn Lenae, Baby Rose, Moses Sumney, and Amber Mark. The album is both a celebration of the artists whose journeys have intersected with Dahi’s and a deeply personal reflection of the sounds and experiences that shaped him.  Listen to the Jadakiss freestyle discussed in Dahi’s episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OO7cFg8efI0 Host and Executive Producer: Devon Walker Executive Producer: Lauren Mandel Producer: Carmen Carigan Editor: Nicole Lyons Check us out on Spotify. Spotify Premium subscribers get fewer ads on “My Favorite Lyrics.”  Have a favorite lyric you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] or leave a voicemail at (332) 203-6429. We're on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠ @myfavoritelyricspod, and subscribe to our ⁠YouTube⁠ channel to watch full video episodes and access exclusive content. Follow Dahi @dahi Follow Devon Walker @internetdevon Follow Disco Nap @adisconapproduction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Comedian, author, and New York community basketball legend Joel Walkowski joins Devon on the show this week to call out Prince’s lyrics about sex, pay his respects to RXKNephew, and to talk about the new book he’s written, “Honolulu Blues.” Joel Walkowski is a writer, comedian, ghostwriter, and community organizer whose work brings together memoir, pop culture, and academia in a voice that is both personal and sharply observant. His new book, Honolulu Blues, explores those intersections through a distinctly autobiographical lens. You can buy Joel’s book here: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/163774904X?tag=simonsayscom  Walkowski’s background is in comedy, and he remains active on the New York City comedy scene. He also stars in the popular NFL Fan Therapy web series. As a ghostwriter, Walkowski helps prominent individuals transform their experiences and perspectives into compelling memoirs. Outside of writing and comedy, he is perhaps best known as the founder of The Big Walkowski, a basketball tournament that began as a joke and has evolved into a fixture of New York City’s social scene. The event operates as a 501(c)(3) organization and raises funds to support organ donation through LiveOnNY. Walkowski also facilitates sobriety groups and thinks he’s good at it. Host and Executive Producer: Devon Walker Executive Producer: Lauren Mandel Producer: Carmen Carigan Editor: Nicole Lyons Have a favorite lyric you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] or leave a voicemail at (332) 203-6429. We're on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠ @myfavoritelyricspod, and subscribe to our ⁠YouTube⁠ channel to watch full video episodes and access exclusive content. Follow Joel Walkowski @joelwalkowski  Follow Devon Walker @internetdevon Follow Disco Nap @adisconapproduction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Comedian and Queens native Grace Johnson joins Devon on the show this week to speak on the evolution of p*ssy rap, explain why Janet Jackson is mother, and to float a theory about Justin Timberlake’s “Justified” album.  Grace Johnson is a Nigerian New Yorker and a rising star in comedy, recently named one of the New York Comedy Festival’s 2023 “Comics to Watch” and a finalist in New York’s Funniest 2024. With a comedy special on Don’t Tell Comedy and a finalist spot at the Big Sky Comedy Festival, Grace makes audiences laugh coast to coast. In 2023, she was crowned the Bell House Newcomer, and her sharp, delightfully nerdy perspective—what she calls “Glasses Comedy”—invites you to see the world through her witty, unapologetic lens. Johnson was a Just For Laughs “New Face” in 2025, and currently cohosts the “CRANK THAT” Comedy Show, a monthly comedy event showcasing a mix of established and emerging talent. Host and Executive Producer: Devon Walker Executive Producer: Lauren Mandel Producer: Carmen Carigan Editor: Nicole Lyons Check us out on Spotify. Spotify Premium subscribers get fewer ads on “My Favorite Lyrics.”  Have a favorite lyric you'd like to share? Email us at [email protected] or leave a voicemail at (332) 203-6429. We're on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠ @myfavoritelyricspod, and subscribe to our ⁠YouTube⁠ channel to watch full video episodes and access exclusive content. Follow Grace Johnson @criticalgracetheory Follow Devon Walker @internetdevon Follow Disco Nap @adisconapproduction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices