Pharrell Says His Goal Is To “Make Music With Something Extra To It”

Pharrell Williams has a lot to be happy about this year. Everything the rapper seems to touch turns to gold, be it a one of the top selling singles in digital history, joining a hit show (The Voice) or curating NBA 2K15, Pharrell has found his stride. The jack of all trades outlook on life may have something to do with his good fortune as well as him figuring out his purpose.

"It took me a minute to find my purpose," said Pharrell in a recent interview with the Wall Street Journal. "I knew something was missing, and then I realized, OK, you're able to make music; now you have to inject purpose. I want to make music with something extra to it—a holistic property. I want to make it feel good. I'm not the only one doing this. Kendrick Lamar's music feels amazing. Adele's music feels amazing. Alicia [Keys]'s new album feels amazing. The distinction between sounding amazing and feeling amazing—that's the thing. People, I think, are looking for a feeling."

His recent efforts to make people feel good have a lot to do with his five-year-old son Rocket and his wife Helen. He credits them with softening his hard exterior.

In addition Pharrell also opened up about fashion, being a producer and what to expect from him on this season of The Voice. Click here to check out his full interview with the Wall Street Journal.

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[WSJ]