Billboard cover stars Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and GIVĒON sit down with manager Simon Gebrelul to talk about the sports and music connection and what it takes to build real longevity. From pressure and accountability to discipline, creativity and business, the trio breaks down how they navigate two worlds at the highest level. Shai opens up about MJ comparisons, his interest in music, motivation and what’s in heavy rotation on his playlist. GIVĒON talks about his next goals, his growth trajectory, how he met SGA and Simon, and more!
00:00 Intro
00:22 Setting the scene: Paycom Center + Sports & Music Issue
00:49 How Simon Gebrelul pushes longevity + leverage
01:25 Shai on friendship, business mindset & “wizard” Simon
02:06 Why sports and music are closer than ever
02:45 Discipline, touring, and athletes vs. musicians
03:48 Shai’s bars + love of music
04:41 Managing pressure across sports vs. music
06:36 GIVĒON’s next goals: arena tour + Grammy
07:23 How Shai and GIVĒON first met
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