Boi-1da: The Importance of Sound Selection, The Come Up w/ Drake, Having a Unique Sound, +more!

Grammy-winning producer Boi-1da shares insight into his creative process, discusses how his approach to sound selection, and reveals how he balances staying current with his own unique style. Boi-1da reflects on his long-standing collaboration with Drake, offering behind-the-scenes stories about some of their biggest hits together.
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 - Greatest accomplishment, beat battles, sounds, vsts and kits back in the day
00:10:00 - Using FL Studio early, the beatmaker hustle, hearing about Drake, 50 Cent placement
00:16:22 - Networking, first song with Drake, “Best I Ever Had”, Drake origin story
00:22:45 - Signing pub deal, prioritizing in family
00:26:36 - Amazing PG Weeklies deal (14 day free trial)
00:28:37 - Mindset while gaining momentum, biggest lesson working with Drake, “So Far Gone” mixtape
00:33:00 - The “Forever” story, working with Eminem, “Not Afraid”
00:37:00 - Boi-1da’s beat making process, using loops, what makes a successful beat, what makes a good song
00:43:00 - Melody making process & tips, different ways of making music, most used plugin, mixing & mastering beats
00:50:00 - How to fix your 808s, sound selection, vst sauce, sampling process, Fruity Slicer
00:55:20 - Challenging projects, challenging points in career, influence behind “Controlla” and “Work”
01:02:17 - Favorite Drake project, “Know Yourself”, unexpected hit beats, working with Travis Scott
01:06:45 - Drum bounce secrets, Wondagurl, mentorship, nominated for Producer of the Year, future goals
01:11:50 - Where’s Boi-1da’s beat tag? Red flags in the producer community, AI, starting all over today, last piece of advice
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[@user334user]

these producergrind interviews gonna be so legendary in like 20 years

[@Negrutsbeats]

Verdade mano

[@YoBarbados]

Only the real know

[@recursion.]

nah chat gpt gon make beats for ai drake

[@fox96bfc]

Producergind we need 40 on the podcast , he is a legend

[@dr.strawberry5773]

thatd be crazy

[@dimitryosipow1937]

A must

[@arock-vmp5475]

He did two on pensados place. But having him on here would be dope

[@LuhCuddyProductions]

Boi-1da & Hitboy Are Generational 🙌🏾

[@gemsound]

The early Boi-1da sound kit from 2009 is legendary! I still have and use it!….This episode is a true gem. Thank you guys for this.🙏🏾

[@blindfolded1212]

hey can you send it to me?

[@Zimo0o]

can you send it to me?

[@AUGUSTIN-MUSIC]

Y’all asking as if he’s not just gonna gatekeep tf outta that 😂

[@scarboroughtees]

It's incredible to witness a master talk about their craft. His insight into the creative process and sound selection are genuinely enlightening, and it's fascinating to see how he maintains his unique style while staying current in this ever-evolving industry.

[@HoodHandyman]

Dr. Dre is a master. Quincy Jones is a master . Again another producer who's whole life changed when he discovered fruity loops and some crack vst's.

[@scarboroughtees]

@@HoodHandyman While there's no denying the legendary status of Dr. Dre and Quincy Jones, it's essential to recognize the unique talents and contributions of other producers like Boi1da. His ability to adapt and stay current in the industry demonstrates his mastery of the craft. Utilizing modern tools like Fruity Loops and VSTs doesn't diminish his skill but showcases his dynamism and ability to evolve alongside the industry. Each producer has their journey and path to success, and Boi1da's innovation and creativity deserve recognition and appreciation in their own right.

[@metrorockmusic]

"Get a bucket" 🏀 Most sensible thing I've ever heard a producer say on a podcast. So simple and spot on! Thanks PG and PC for bringing these 🔥 interviews!!

[@martinwalters8677]

It'd be legendary if they get Kanye in here talking about only producer shi

[@Rodeojane]

That would bring so much attention to this channel alone as well

[@traplover6357]

So many modern vets on this podcast recently and it's been awesome 💪

[@KevinYeePharmD]

I'm a KZbinr and followed boi-1da forever. He's so humble and wise. So many valuable gems about creativity, mindset, and falling in love with your work that apply not only to KZbin, but life in general. Plus it was cool hearing the BTS of making my favorite hip hop bangers.

[@denzelmaccormack3745]

Theres levels to this shit, Boi1da made pound cake and didnt expect it to pop, this year celebrating NWTS 10th anniversary ive had the album on my playlist and about 70 percent of the time my day starts with good God almighty. Gets me zoned, thank you for greatness

[@HVYCHKNRADIO]

Boi1da is a true legend. So on point when he was talking about leaving the master chain clean and dry,if you got dope sounds they'll probably mash up proper, if not move on to another 808. I've been trying to work more minimal lately. Thinking of it as realestate in a song and there's only so much, so if it's not working move on to a sound, or drum that'll be a better fit, but keep it simple. Great Podcast!

[@SamFocused]

1da already a legend but so humble. Nothing but love 4 him. Great conversation 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@abrabeatz]

This is priceless. TY ProducerGrind 🙏

[@DesignedbyDavidd]

It’s awesome getting to hear from the biggest producers in the game. I love what producer grind is doing for the culture.

[@FlatWHDF]

Love this pod!!! Y'all killing it!!!

[@7inctus]

Hell yeah, this is gonna be a banger 🔥

[@LaynoProd]

Shoutout PG and Boi-1da for the inspiration and gems, very humble and legendary work ethic to learn from 🙏🏽💎💪🏽

[@JULDEM101]

Great interview, thank you for that 🔥

[@BATTLEOFTHEBEATMAKERSTV]

Dope interview going down memory lane! 🔥🔥🔥

[@itsDigitalBeard]

This guy is a Legend man, and so humble. God bless 🙏🏽

[@tomiwajimoh607]

You guys are doing something so great for the music. Thank you for this. \

[@oxmmusic]

You guys are essential to the producer community!

[@Rio-uv1gs]

"Respect everyone's process" Boi Wonda

[@oubimcius4032]

The real king of bounce!! This man has the best drums out of any producer out there. He up there side by side with timberland.

[@thxrockstar]

damn, i really appreciate your videos, this one specifically is a true gem, definitely learned much from it, keep it up

[@davidanane1643]

From back in HS to seeing him around town these days, this guy is one of the most humble ppl in the industry I've seen... One of many legends from durham

[@theambientsphere]

Wondagurl Next 💫💫

[@AIRJAVITUBE]

Boi got classics for sure salute.

[@Category-Five]

love this dudes energy

[@jamiegoldenseal3826]

THIS HOMIE GOT HIS HEART IN THE RIGHT PLACE. BLESS

[@mlrdmn]

Great interview !!!! Lookin mega good guys pS !!!!

[@bboymac84]

He’s said great things💪🏽

[@nickdijcj1]

Respect for wearing the Pat Stay hoodie too, RIP Pat

[@THEMProductions]

One of best battlers of this generation fosho Long live!

[@boomerangkidbeats]

Great interview 🔥🔥

[@2late329]

Such a legend, what a great interview

[@matthewkerr-clarke6011]

My fav producer. Look up to him so much

[@prodby_cat]

I still use that boi1da sound kit bro that shit goes hard bro for every beat type!! R.I.P Pat Stay!

[@Kantrell_Hicks]

Yessir the legend

[@aaronvalentinleo]

thank you!

[@aybojackson]

EYE BEEN SCREAMIN BOi-1DA FA YEARS & YAL DID IT GANG🗣🗣🤞🏾 BOi-1DA KIT v3

[@fox96bfc]

Damn tb , you don't know sean paul 😂😂😭

[@illmelley8058]

THIS EPISODE JUST HIT DIFFERENT 🦌🔥

[@THRDBeats]

Boi1da is such a legend.

[@solnova7928]

Fire interview, super humble

[@Antbeatz]

Man everybody was using that boi 1da kit that’s a legendary kit

[@learn2xpand862]

you guys are on a crazy run

[@erickbardales]

Y’all don’t miss!

[@dkproducer]

Nice Saukrates story/connection. Saukrates once told me that my beats had traits of those of the greats. That meant everything to me

[@user-de3jk8kj3h]

No way you guy's got Boi-1da on here now we need that 40 interview & also Nineteen85 OVO is a power house when it comes to making hits/timeless records.

[@DonniesWrld35]

Holaaaay manz got boi 1da on da pod jeeeeez blessss up king!!!!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥😤🔥🔥

[@okaydmuzikkk6771]

So far gone is a CLASSIC Tape. I remember the hype around it n how different it was n how impactful drake was. People forget how INFLUENCtial wen drake first came out was. Shit was crazy asfuck!!. As a Drake fan that's prolly one of my favorite eras from drake next to 2013, 2015, 2017 ers of drake. 09 drake was different frfr.

[@HoodHandyman]

Lol

[@kikoferras7369]

FACTS

[@DojaGotBeatx]

MiMi 😍😮‍💨 lol forreal dope interview Boi 1Da is tough. 💪🏽💪🏽

[@gowsigansabanathan5554]

ehyyyyy toronto in the house!!!!!!!! lets get it🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@vicmadeit2236]

We gotta see the cook up!🔥

[@NOSbeats]

Producergrind damn near got the infinity stones of music producers lol

[@leslacez]

truly successful people never put you down and are veey humble no cap

[@Elzii]

A+ Interview!!!!!

[@lapartyx8685]

no cap i watched the metro southside ones where fire this one actually made me pause go cook up a 3pack and come back to it still watching right now

[@Stacksrap]

My man from down the street! Big ups Toronto!!! Lets go. Here my raps and multi genre music now everywhere

[@beatifulrvrbbs]

Awesome insights! Scarborough is one of the many towns similar to Brampton, etc it's cool to see people come up from anywhere even if it's some random place in Canada! I'm an hour west of Ottawa in a town of 15k people, a few people I know are into music production

[@dretheoutcast]

Yall down there at ProducerGrind done came the fuck up and i love that for yall.

[@marcoeltiempo]

thankk you!

[@indifferenteyes]

Goats❤

[@khaledb967]

Love this shit keep going we getting some info about 0 to 100 for drake that beat was crazy he said it was inspired from mob deep and wu tang.

[@madd2377]

Time went by so fast listening to this. Very informative. Please try to bring Wondagurl next and you gotta ask her about her some sauce because her drums are just to unique. She has drum bounces I've never heard from anyone else

[@billygoat6814]

Love yall content. Could ya’ll ask one of these producers about how a producer can be prepared for when a major placement hits? I feel like a lot of producers who don’t have a placement yet aren’t prepared for that email “Send me your info.” Maybe ask what every upcoming producer should do or expect when they land first placement. This happened to me with my first placement and i didnt know what to send them. I didnt have a lawyer or a manager etc…

[@THEMProductions]

WAH GWAN BIG MON!! 🇯🇲

[@EarDrumBeatz]

Amazing

[@kohilank]

Boi1da 💙🔥🐐

[@itsmattmogg]

1da the goat

[@haitibenefits4786]

Wow😮

[@tbj4855]

Boi1da is a legend

[@dkproducer]

He's right. The end result is the only thing that matters. What he said about taste and knowing what good music sounds like is interesting. Most people haven't done the research & gone back to hear and understand why and how good music is made.

[@Kodsoulmusic]

LEGEEEEEEEEEEEEEEENDARY INTERVIEW BRUH !!!! push the like button !

[@KFordmusic]

That year in the lab at the start of a career is crucial. I’m only 6 months into producing and I learn something new every day. I’m still a long way away from where I want to be

[@Negrutsbeats]

Tamo junto brother

[@maverikregime9888]

other than dude not knowing anything before Future Monster this was a great pod Boi 1nda a beast

[@sskmusic4971]

I'm STILL using Boi 1da kit to this day 🔥😂

[@Luwabi212]

Most underrated producer ever

[@4SZZN]

Boi-1da is a goat frfr

[@TylerJaysonMadeit]

🔥🔥⛽️⛽️

[@FNGRXD_TRAP]

Da 🐐

[@chefstof]

legendary

[@MathBard]

yall should go back and list then VSTs and equpiment they guest or host mentioned. if possible also look into getting affiliate links for these products so you can makes some extra bread too. good episode

[@jamarimikell]

Need Wondagirl on here

[@King-walo]

He’s a legend

[@utopia2942]

Boi -1da and metrobommin are my favourite producers 💓💓💖💖

[@RozBeats]

Boi1DA a Goat Fr

[@djprodluigi]

broo has the super mario theme sound as ringtone haha lets goo

[@dop3keyz]

solid interview.. can yu get london on da Track on there too

[@BlaisTv]

I have super old kits from 2003-05. Neptunes, Rza etc… man I’m old 🤦🏽‍♂️😂

[@marcusberg5672]

S/o to the interviewers for doing a great job

[@alexhoward1516]

Mike will made it need be next

[@treyyy.g85]

Canadians got a diff ringtone too 😭😭😭

[@HitzByCin]

🔥

[@JacobGagoOfficial]

What a humble guy

[@rickyonthetrack]

Can we get star boy, outtatown, or Loesoe on the podcast. They produced a lot for uzi, ken Carson, trippe red, etc. cmon we need one of them on the podcast

[@rickyonthetrack]

It’d be dope to get more over sea producers man not just USA.

[@wolfyjaywolf]

Boi 1da if you see this i love you🔥🔥🔥🔥😂😂

[@TmaineyOnDaBeatz]

41:40 the Broken Record podcast with Rick Rubin, who also has a creativity book out now. Also a dope Andre 3000 interview on there

[@benja303]

Better days are coming, better girls are coming, better music is coming. I know it's hard to see but believe in yourself and keep going.

[@vyrezbeatz1159]

That Boi-1da cook up 👀