SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) (2025): Plot & Cast

Name: SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)
Director: Questlove
Genre: Documentary, Music
Released: 2025
Duration: 112 min
Cast: Sly Stone, André 3000, George Clinton, D'Angelo, Vernon Reid

What SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) Is About

An examination of the life and legacy of Sly & The Family Stone – the groundbreaking band led by the charismatic Sly Stone – that captures the band's reign while shedding light on the burden that comes with success for Black artists in America.

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What is SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) about?

An examination of the life and legacy of Sly & The Family Stone – the groundbreaking band led by the charismatic Sly Stone – that captures the band's reign while shedding light on the burden that comes with success for Black artists in America.

Where can I watch SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)?

SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) is available to watch on digital platforms such as Hulu. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)?

SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) runs for 112 minutes (1h 52m).

When did SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) come out?

SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) was released in 2025.

Who directed SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)?

SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) was directed by Questlove.

Who stars in SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)?

SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) stars Sly Stone, André 3000, George Clinton, D'Angelo.

What is SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)'s rating?

SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) holds 7.6/10 on IMDb and 6.9/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 73 out of 100.