Social Media Comics Clash: New School vs. Old School

Social Media Comics Clash: New School vs. Old School

The comedy world is buzzing, and it’s not just about punchlines. A new generation of comedians is rising, using social media platforms like TikTok and Facebook to build massive followings quickly. This has sparked a debate, with some long-time comedians feeling a bit left out. They spent years grinding on the “Chitlin circuit,” playing small clubs, to build their careers. Now, comedians can create a funny skit or a viral video and gain millions of fans in no time.

Mojo Brookzz, a comedian who has seen success online, shared his thoughts on this shift. “We living in an era now where you don’t got to be chosen. You can make your own way,” he stated. He believes comedy has evolved, and just because someone makes skits doesn’t mean they aren’t a valid comedian. Brookzz pointed out that many successful comedians, like Desi Banks and Drewski, have made the jump from online content to live stage performances, proving their talent.

The “Microwave” Success Debate

Some of the older comedians, often called “OGs,” feel a sense of resentment because their path to fame was much slower. They see the success of social media comedians as “microwave success,” happening almost instantly. “It’s almost like a microwave that you have success so instantly, like two, three minutes, and they like, man, it took us years,” Brookzz explained about the OG’s perspective.

However, Brookzz argued that this view overlooks the hard work involved. He shared his own journey: “This would be my 12th year. People really just now like maybe over the last four years or just now starting to find out about me.” He calculated that he spent eight years making skits and performing at shows with only 50 to 80 people in attendance before gaining wider recognition. “Is that not worthy enough to consider that a grind?” he asked.

“Why get mad at me for doing what you’re not willing to do?”

Brookzz also highlighted that many comedians who complain about the ease of social media success could easily try it themselves. “If it was so easy, why haven’t y’all transition to that?” he questioned. He believes that envy plays a role, as comedian Andrew Schulz once told him, “the easier it is that people think it is to make money, the more envious they become of you.”

Comedy Beef and Running Your Own Race

The conversation touched on the intense rivalries within comedy, comparing it to the rap game. “Comedy beef is like the rap game,” Brookzz noted. He recalled seeing comedians talk negatively about another comedian, only to later interact with that same comedian. This leads to the idea that a lot of the criticism comes from jealousy rather than genuine concern for the industry.

The advice for aspiring comedians is clear: focus on your own path. “Run your race. Forget what he doing,” Brookzz advised. He used the analogy of runners in the Olympics, each in their own lane, not looking at their competitors. “You got lanes. You don’t never see one of them look over to see where this one at.” The key is to be focused and put in the work.

The Reality of Social Media Platforms

The discussion also addressed the instability of social media platforms. Brookzz revealed that he used to make $60,000 to $80,000 a month on Facebook. However, the platform has since reduced its payouts significantly. “Now they done cut it down. You can only make x amount,” he explained.

This financial unpredictability is why Brookzz stresses the importance of investing earnings. “When you hot, make sure you take a little bit of that money and you put it up,” he advised, referencing advice from comedian Trey Mo. He warned that platforms can change their algorithms without notice, drastically impacting earnings. “They not. And they don’t call you and say, ‘Hey, we’ll let you know next month you ain’t making 80.’ You gonna make 2500.”

The solution, according to Brookzz, is to use the money earned from these platforms to build something of your own. “If you a social media influencer and you doing all of that you making the money take that money and invest that into something a business or if you getting all these followers find you something to sell.” For him, that means selling tickets to his shows.

Collaboration and Future Plans

Despite the debates, there’s a strong desire for collaboration among the new generation of comedians. Brookzz mentioned wanting to work with Desi Banks and Drewski. He also expressed interest in a joint tour with Desi Banks, believing it would be “dope for the culture.”

The comedians also feel a responsibility to create projects like movies together, inspired by the OG comedians who toured and worked together. “We got something that we got to do something,” Brookzz said about potential movie projects with fellow comedians like Desi Banks. This shows a commitment to building a lasting legacy for their generation in comedy.

Source: Mojo Brookzz Made $60K – $80K A Month On Facebook I CLUB SHAY SHAY (YouTube)