Jason Derulo
Graham travels to Los Angeles to sit down with multi-platinum singer and songwriter Jason Derulo. Derulo reflects on his early days hustling to break into the music industry, the importance of family, and the range of business ventures and new projects he’s pursuing today. He also takes Graham on a tour of his custom-designed Tarzana property—conceptualized entirely by Derulo himself—which features a shark tank, personal studio, seven bars, and a resort-style, amenity-packed swimming pool.
Jason Derulo
CLIPS
Jason Derulo on punctuality: A flaw my future wife can fix
Jason Derulo talks with Graham about his struggles with punctuality and rarely being on time. He shares how he feels there is not enough time in the day but does not allow things like that to stress him out.
Jason Derulo emotional on family: Fame, money have separated us
Jason Derulo reflects on his childhood, growing up without much but also without fully understanding how little he had. He shares how the close-knit community he was surrounded by made life feel rich in other ways. Now, he admits his current lifestyle has unintentionally created more distance within his family than he ever expected. Jason also opens up about his parents’ divorce and ultimately finding their way back to each other.
Jason Derulo: How strip clubs helped build my music career
Jason Derulo shares stories from his early days hustling in Miami clubs, promoting his music and trying to make it look like he already had money and a following. He talks about personally trying to get his songs played anywhere he could, having high success rates in the Miami strip clubs.
Jason Derulo on Sean Kingston: 2 of the biggest mistakes in music history
Jason Derulo shares his unique process of song writing. He shares how he creates multiple versions of each verse, creating tons of different music samples. Derulo also reflects on his ghost writing process before pursuing his personal music career.
Jason Derulo: Watching how Taylor Swift treats her fans
Jason Derulo reflects on the fear he had opening for Lady Gaga’s concert after Kid Cudi got booed off the stage. Derulo shares the incredible celebrities he has worked with throughout the years of his career specially shouting out Stevie Wonder, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, J-Lo, Will Smith and many other big names in the industry.
Jason Derulo: Broke my back, found routine, wrote 6 platinum songs
Jason Derulo shares with Graham the severe back injury that forced him to cancel his tour, an injury so serious he didn’t know if he would ever walk again. He reflects on the positive impact this injury had on forming a routine and overall lifestyle and music success.
Jason Derulo on Warner Bros. turmoil: They tried to change who I am
Jason Derulo recalls the differences he had with Warner Brothers and why their partnership ultimately didn’t work. He explains how constant turnover and new regimes at the label pushed him toward the urban music space, a direction he never wanted his career to go. Derulo shares the difficulties in finding a new label after leaving Warner Brothers and why he almost gave up on music.
Jason Derulo: How TikTok helped revive my career
Jason Derulo discusses the impact TikTok had on his career after feeling disconnected from his audience. Derulo says TikTok allowed his viewers to know him and gave them a real glimpse into his life, which connected the dots to his overall brand.
Jason Derulo: First studio bought on girlfriend’s strip club money
Jason Derulo shares with Graham his financial goals of being a billionaire and his desire to use his resources to give back in a meaningful way. He reflects on some of his best investments, including buying his first studio for just $8,000 using his then-girlfriend’s “strip club money” and admits one of his worst was purchasing – and updating – his first home. Derulo also discusses why his upcoming album will be his last amid a growing passion for other projects.
Jason Derulo: Losing family relationships over business
Jason Derulo opens up to Graham on pros and cons on having family members work for him, including the strain it can put on relationships. He speaks on the falling out with his longtime manager – a man who Jason says “helped raise me.” Derulo also shares the strain his work and lifestyle can put on his romantic relationships and what women who are interested in him might not see.
Jason Derulo: Monogamy is not for me
Jason Derulo reflects on his love life, saying he understands it’s very hard for him to maintain relationships. He said his busy work schedule makes monogamous relationships nearly impossible. While he said he’s surprised he’s single at age 37, he added that he often chooses work over love.
Jason Derulo reveals scars of twice-dismissed lawsuit
Jason Derulo opens up to Graham about the lawsuit filed against him based on what he calls a completely fabricated story. He shares his frustration with media outlets instantly running with false claims, then failing to report the dismissal once the case was resolved.
Jason Derulo on fasting for God: Brings me mental clarity, focus
Jason Derulo shares with Graham his practice of intermittent fasting as a sacrifice to God, and credits this practice for the mental clarity and focus he feels. He explains his simple diet and habits of often repeating the same meals. Derulo shares his take on not letting his world revolve around food, creating more time in his day eliminating the social aspect and distraction that meals bring.
Jason Derulo: I went shot for shot with Kobe Bryant (not basketball)
Jason Derulo discusses his early love for basketball and how he once seriously considered pursuing the sport over music. He explains how his obsessive personality fuels his drive and work ethic, and that whatever he commits to, he believes he will reach the top. Derulo also recalls a night out with Kobe Bryant, where their competitive personalities ended up turning a couple drinks into a night little remembrance from Derulo.
In My Head or Whatcha Say? Rapid fire with Jason Derulo
Jason Derulo answers rapid fire questions without much hesitation – but there’s one topic he’s not able to weigh in on.
Tour Jason Derulo’s L.A. estate: 3 homes, shark tank, 7 bars, MJ
Jason Derulo takes Graham inside the custom Los Angeles home he designed and built from the ground up which features a shark tank, gym, studio and guest house. Derulo oversaw each step in building the Tarzana property.
A Glimpse into Jason Derulo’s recording process
Jason takes Graham through the vocal warm ups he does before recording and performing. He also talks through some of his new ideas and projects and the thought process behind them. He even gives Graham a snake peak of one his new song “Who Hurt You.”
M&Ms, Twix, Gummies – Jason Derulo’s wild Milli Meal ice cream sandwich
Jason Derulo takes Graham Bensinger behind the scenes of building his “Milli Meals,” a tradition he started as a celebration of gaining a million new followers on social media.