Producing Music over 40 Years Old... The Facts versus Myths

[@MrIAMLEGENDstudios]

Quincy Jones was 50 years old when he produced Thriller. It only takes 1, no matter the age in production.

[@BoloDaProducer]

Yes!

[@VEXUS920]

Just so we're clear Quincy Jones was a legend before Thriller the man was recognized in Jazz and in old Pop Like Sinatra and Ray Charles and other Rnb acts and he produced Off the wall.

[@Swtf3]

Quincy is probably the MOST VERSATILE music producer in the world. What blew my mind was that he produced the main song in the Austin Powers movies and "Ironside" that was featured in the movie Kill Bill..... Trying to get some TV and Movie placements as well. Dope!

[@enzigenes]

@@VEXUS920 Thriller was his biggest impact at age 50. No album outsold Thriller ever.

[@PULSEMusicGroup]

We were on the same page. i just put this in my comment before i seen your comment! You are exactly right. QJ and I share the same bithday as well! He s my mentor for sure in this game!

[@6705Smerf]

64 here. Still playing instruments and making tracks with Ableton. Music It's my life..!!

[@mmane257]

right with you 64

[@frednukes]

45 years young here and recording, producing, mixing, mastering my own projects and putting them out independently 🎶💯

[@JerMarMusicGroup]

Yessir! 💪🏾💯

[@cedricjamesjr1]

Right there with you, but there are so many bumps in my roads....

[@frednukes]

@@cedricjamesjr1 Well, it ain't for everyone, that's for sure :) Alot of failure, and rinse & repeat, but if you can't stop doing it, then it's a sign :)

[@nellynel4583]

I have a large catalog and need to get my work out

[@FlyBrent]

I’m 62, I was in a band called Real McCoy in the 90s and I still make music. I’ll never stop.

[@LouisTorres-ut4ks]

Real McCoy who made the song Another Night ?

[@knockriobeats]

Just turned 53 this month. I went into album mode too. Producing, writing, rapping, singing, recording, mixing and mastering on my own. I felt old in the early 2000s running my studio in Orlando. Now, I don't care. Don't have to worry about what people think of my age in relation to my music. I'd rather just produce, but artists have to know you can do a project. So, I write and record as well as produce to stay sharp. Old, young. Doesn't matter. If its in you, its in you.

[@westcoastq7386]

I just turned 52 and my passion for music will never die

[@michaelwashington5479]

​@@westcoastq7386 i feel you fam salute

[@michaelwashington5479]

Mad Respect fam

[@Brother-SP]

Stay creating.

[@hankmcintyre9709]

Keep BANGIN

[@sonikblaksmif]

50’s club right here

[@BoloDaProducer]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@drenolynbeats]

I’ve been in the 50’s club for a couple of years and I can tell you this…every year I get a new ache!

[@jayrinimusic]

52

[@justbanga]

51 and there's no age limit to artistry.

[@TheRealKimDēzl]

52! I think a producer that’s older is actually a superpower because we’ve experienced multiple eras of music which helps in our creation process.

[@gt4032]

I’m 40 and had my first commercial releases only a couple of years ago. Never too late or too old to chase your dreams kings 👊

[@SgtBoudreau]

I released my first single at 32 Then my first album at 34. Had my first hit at 37 and still making music at 46. I love it. My music sounds like the 90's beats we had. Everyone who wants to should try music! Sgt Boudreau ❤❤❤

[@100billpremium]

I'm 38, and every year, my beats and songs get harder and harder, and doper and doper💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿

[@thebeatshow9230]

Facts bro 💯💯💯

[@kjwworldwide]

By the time your 50, you may have no dam need to stop. Keep cranking that shit out.

[@BHB_STL]

I'm ur age minus 2 and I can say the very same.

[@acavbeats]

Facts. Just turned 37 myself its about continuing and improving!

[@djboriginal]

49 year old producer here and I cosign everything Bolo said! You're still alive, so keep producing!

[@albertlopez2762]

I'm 58....I follow good music, ears are ears. My fav plug in rn is Arcade output. Started on eps in 1990.

[@absolutbeatz_yt]

I'm in the 50 club.. music has no age. Keep going!

[@BoloDaProducer]

Yes!!!

[@CannedFunkMusic]

I just turned 49 and I am just as inspired to create as I was playing the drums at 3

[@thebeatshow9230]

I just turned 40 and I’ll never stop makin music I started playing the drums around 8 years old then played in my church music is in you or it ain’t period salute 🫡

[@RealBreakBreadFilms]

I'm 45 and I finally motivated myself to get back into producing last night. Then to see this appear on my suggestions was an instant click. You definitely made the stars align on this one. Thanks my dawg, BOLOOOOOOO

[@djgridlock0917]

48 yrs old, producing for a while now, and gonna continue to regardless, this is straight motivation, thanks Bolo for posting this!!! 🔥

[@BoloDaProducer]

Thanks for watching!

[@williamgoosby2003]

I feel that and it the reason music is timeless! I took a break because music wasn’t the bread winner at the time. Now it’s on and I have passion to create! Kudos to all. Music is many of us continued heartbeat! 56yrs here!

[@tremosley3773]

Bruh I’ll be 50 in October and just getting back into production after being 20+ years away. I appreciate this one. I felt like my stuff wouldn’t be relevant in today’s music.

[@orcmusic6715]

You’d be surprised bro. Hip Hop is lowkey back bro. It’s just more experimental and jazz influenced now.

[@orcmusic6715]

Study Flying Lotus, Knxwledge, Madlib, Dilla, Pete Rock, etc my generation (millennials still learn from them) at least in the indie scene.

[@djspiffyboydanny]

Quincy jones didn’t produce Michael Jackson thriller album until he was 50! The greatest selling album of all time

[@cliftonmeans9829]

Mane. . 48 and needed to hear this. I stopped for a year now just because I let the little stuff get in the way and forgot the most important part I make music which was a get away from stress.

[@hankfowler8194]

BoLo you have so much great music knowledge and experience. I'm 67 and love producing.

[@BoloDaProducer]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@CurserTV]

There’s no age limit to great Music. Never have a limiting belief

[@OperculumAudio]

I'll be 40 next year, I'm dating a woman I'm interested in long term and having kids with. My goals and priorities have changed because I know I have a limited time on earth. I still love music and I am making room for other things in my life. Growth and change everyday!

[@chasetheconnect8252]

🙋🏽‍♂️40 years old, making, mixing, creating samples. 24 years strong. Started with fruity loops 2 ended up on analog gear, got to see music transform. Best part is the use of both digital and analog. Use the conveniences of today and enjoy the processes of foundations. Making music now is way more fun than it was then because I’m able to use any daw or analog equipment. Beautiful time we are at. Enjoy life make music, spread the love

[@HuGrooveScience]

Bolo! 41 year old musician here.. brotha thank you for the compassion, thoughtfulness and encouragement in this video. This is a special message that can only come from someone with great heart.

[@NetPwn]

42 here and just re kindled my passion for making music as a teenager, much respect big man 💯

[@thebeatshow9230]

Keep pushin bro this might be the best informative/inspiring video for producers on KZbin I just turned 40 and youngsters and even females be having negative shit to say about older musicians/producers I always felt that age doesn’t matter if your a true musician there is nothing that can stop the fire from burning In your body it’s clearly therapy 💯

[@jordanbrant6648]

33 and still going! My day is coming!!! Some of the top producers and engineers in the industry are 50 and 60+ years old!

[@BoloDaProducer]

True!

[@keeptrxllbeats4201]

💀💀💀💀💀 bruh 33 ??? Bro you deadass young talking about you old lol

[@keeptrxllbeats4201]

33 you deadass young talking about you old 💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀

[@FonkedUpProductions]

I can do sign this video. I'm 34 and I rap, produce, DJ, and engineer for other artists as a side job. I'll never stop, and I use everything from vinyl samples, splice samples, create the melody myself, whatever. The day I can't make music is the day I can be escorted to my grave.

[@astonzoyldyk9124]

Needed to hear this and I’m only 32 🙌🏾 I’m still on my path but I’ll get there soon! Love this video! I hate when people put age limits on life and especially creativity

[@tonymclean5070]

I’m 71 and love writing and producing! I started at 11yrs old! When I stop with music I’m dead. Traveled toured bands, night club house artist. Start recording on a 2track grew up with Prince JellyBean The Time ! Minnesota Funk kid

[@himdownstairsmusik]

46 years old as of June 2024, yes I use Reason (still). 0 placements but more than 30 years experience in music, former rapper and knowing various LA rappers (known and unknown). Got a whole family, a whole job but still loving to make music for someone...anyone to rap/sing on. Hell, even sync placement will make me happy.

[@hectorheckler6327]

Reason is awesome.🙂

[@804EBEATS]

Best video by far. The biggest problem is older folks following younger folks instead of standing on your truth to provide guidance to the young folks.

[@Tikvah335]

It’s really slept on how helpful it is to just listen to somone who’s in the position you wanna be in ive been listening to your videos at work and they are hella clearing things up about the industry for me especially your video on how important it is to learn engineering I wish more people in the industry did this.

[@nkryptedmusic7961]

Dude, I'm 61, been a guitarist since '77 (R&B/Funk/Gospel/etc), been composing and producing on the Mac since '92 - all facts.

[@Ferrum84]

This is inspirational. 39 turning 40 this year. Getting into production for the love of the music. Great video

[@courijones1317]

Good music is timeless and ageless! I really appreciate this type of material BOLO. This is powerful and motivational knowledge!!

[@BoloDaProducer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@yaBoyRome]

I'm 41, I got a channel but I'm always working. Still love doing it and always inspired by all producers and musicians in general.

[@roxmooth]

Great video BOLO!! 52 and still doing it and love it.

[@BoloDaProducer]

Glad to hear it!

[@feltonpilate4829]

71 here and *still* charting. Loved your observations about "effects that are in key" !!! Great video, sir.

[@robingrant1965]

I am a 66 year old retired lady and I just stared learning how to produce my own music on Logic Pro! I have recently updated to the new version! I mainly do House/Dance! Frankie Knuckles and Kerri Chandler are my Stay!! I am so happy that you posted this! I may be a newbie, but at my age I feel great! -l have years and years of listening to music! That is my plus! I was always nervous about using computer tech! Logic changed my life! I thought I was too old! You are right! Doing this lowers stress! I love it!!! I do have a mentor that is 26 and she is surprised at my progress! - I even have a little something on Spotify! -Yes, I even learned how to make my own loops on my Akai midis! Love your content always!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🎹💻🎧🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾

[@mangadolo]

Yessir! The industry tries to discourage artists as they age because we get wise and deserve higher pay. We have to remain steadfast and stay at this! #46

[@someguynamedlarry]

Thanks for this! 44 Y.O. on deck!

[@BoloDaProducer]

🔥🔥🔥

[@RoomAtTheTopStudio]

I'm 56 and still in the game as an artist and producer. My first record was nearly forty years ago and it still plays to this day and gets an even better response than it did when it was first a hit. The OGs who inspired me are even older than I am, and I'm seen as an OG. Music is a lifelong pursuit. If you are serious then it's something that you do until your last breath. I give thanks that I still tour and I still make music as well as I've recently added acting to my repertoire

[@DrNo99]

Brooooo! Thanks for this! I stopped making music at 29 because I felt I was too old at the time. Got my doctorate, started a family. I’m now 43. In 2020 I bought a Tuff Shed and built a bad ass studio, slowly getting back into music. Even if I get nowhere, my kids now have an in house producer, ready to support their dreams if they choose that route.

[@sparkzmentalz2]

Hell yeah!

[@Tomi_1808]

I started learning production at 29 and I turned 30 this past June and felt like I started too late because the thought of me in my 30s and approaching 40 scares me a lot and everything is just moving too fast. But music and being creative is something I really enjoy doing.

[@ChristopherJenkins73]

51 and Still Chucking Away.... I've been doing this since 1987, I turned DJ n2 Producer/Remixer

[@mgangmedia1097]

Just turned 53 and still chopping samples making beats and having more fun than I did at 23! Don’t care about making money I just want to create!

[@FRANKRICECOLD209]

For Years And Tears In All Genres Of Music Have Had Older Producers Audio Engineers Mastering Engineers It Is Called Being Seasoned And Experienced We Took Years To Learn This Stuff We Just Supposed To Stop Because We Are a Certain Age They Should Want Someone That Know What They Are Doing Good Video Man

[@ChiefTakinawa]

I’m 30. I’m a producer but not for artists, I just want my music to stand on its own merits. I’ve been dealing with a lot of existential dread because I haven’t had that one song go crazy yet. Thank you for dispelling my fears, thinking that my career is going to come to a close in the next year or two. I’m going to continue to pursue this career with everything I have!

[@PULSEMusicGroup]

Im 44 and still rocking bro! Nothing but creativity and love. Quincey Jones is my mentor and he did it well after 40.

[@chillwalker]

I am 52....and you are absolutely right. ;-)

[@sickpuppy918]

My grand kids love being with me while I'm playing with Ableton. First thing they ask when they come over is "can we do music?" Bringing up a new generation of musicians makes me feel better than actually producing tracks.

[@spartamuzic]

😊😊😊

[@archiebeatz]

Why am I just seeing this? Great video and valuable perspective brother. Creativity has no age limit. To add to that.. There are plenty of successful artists/creators that are just seeing success well over the age of 50. Also, you have 70 year old artists that labels no longer invest in re-inventing themselves, releasing new self-produced albums, getting residency and touring. Being a creator is a lifelong mission. Thanks for sharing this brother..... PS.. I think I missed you by 15 minutes at MixNik, lol.

[@John-lv6uj]

Raleigh Simmons. I am over 60 and you just go with the flow. Encourage each other and as a older player producer you let the Artis / Musicians express themselves freely. They’re expressing emotions through Sound/Song/Words to be used to help someone in this world. Don’t let the money RULE YOU. I agree with you Bolo. Music is LOVE and LOVE is God.

[@buttoncreationz]

Double Nickel club here and a Grandpa!!! 😊

[@Robultrabeatz]

Bolo you’re under appreciated. Even the way you speak it’s almost as if there is no screen in between those that listen. That’s a talent that doesn’t go unnoticed. Thank you.

[@BoloDaProducer]

Thanks!

[@bandotrax]

Man I appreciate videos like this.

[@BoloDaProducer]

More to come!

[@Baysidebangerz]

I'm glad I'm not the only old beatmaker 😂..I'm 50 been making beats since before computers and still use mpc stuff to this day

[@LivewireEA]

I'm 49 and really just getting started! I have always loved music! I went from building sound systems to listen to the music on a high level, to building tracks, and making music.

[@lewlemmeget1]

This was a needed conversation, appreciated

[@BoloDaProducer]

Thanks!

[@datrickster4203]

I came in right at the end of analog when ADats & 8track tapes were still in use.(patchbay) It was when computer used to sound “computer” & once the program’s & processors got better it was really amazing to see how it all happened.

[@KevyJBeatz]

Bro! I’m 51. Started on an ASR10. Truncating my life away! I love FL and just got the Mpc key37 and the evolution is crazy! It doesn’t end!

[@bigkeezo]

Bro I feel ya

[@itsnotch64]

Late 30's here. And my focus shifted as i've gotten older. It's no longer about trying to be some big Super Producer and more about working with younger artist and helping them Pop. There is no age limit, producers are meant to be behind the scenes anyways, not in the spotlight. Perfectly content working on a unique sound to bring to the right artist.

[@JerMarMusicGroup]

Great video bro! I will be 44 at the end of the month. I have a wife and my kids are in their 20’s. I have a day job going on 22 years and my wife is very supportive. What I learned is things take time. I sound better than I ever did when I first started at 15. All I did and still do is study. Read books, manuals, (remember SCRATCH Magazine) KZbin, then finally school. I am an artist but I am focused on music production and mixing. Worked with many artists and now working on sync music. I never thought my music would open so many doors. Especially when I got discouraged by so many people throughout the years. That respect is definitely earned through hard work. I feel like every year, God is taking me on another level in my music because I am learning new ways to do things better. I love making music. 💪🏾💯

[@slapnpop826]

Appreciate this video! I will be 50 in August and I feel like I’m making the best music of my life, and would put beats up against anybody. But I have honestly question myself about this very topic.

[@kmccreates]

Just hit 50 years old and I'm still at it ....heavy co-sign on the video!

[@norbsson]

Dear Bolo. One of the brightest things about the globalisation is that I could find you. This video is the best in-depth and overall in one for me from all the stuff I have seen on You Tube for last three years, since I have decided to have more fun from the music. Thanks for the inspiration and positive kick in the butt to move on. Cheers from Poland.

[@jacksp8de]

43 and I’m never quitting! I’m a freelance producer and I still make my own music as an artist for fun

[@hansummm]

51 year old producer here and about to drop my biggest and dopest project yet... Straight up

[@greasewhite6724]

This one was right on time and spot on my guy I'm 47 been producing since 15 and have had this conversation several times with all age groups great video we rockin wit you down here in San Antonio TX

[@ineffableartistsmusic4109]

Ya'll see Jamwayne just break through? He's legit Heaven Sent. I just turned 40 and felt called at 33...been rapping for years now and producing as much as I can; I think I'll finally drop some music after this steep learning curve soon. Late Bloomers are rad!

[@paloche_beatz]

There s a beatmaker here in France, he had his first placement at 40 for one of the biggest rapper in the french rap today who s 24. Then that beatmaker had placement for a lot of artists in a Quick time after his first placement. He started make beats at 30. So the most importanr as a music producer is your music not your age.

[@BoloDaProducer]

Dope!

[@Doramus726]

52 and still getting it! End of the day, creativity doesn’t have an age limit to it! As long as you stay studied and tuned in to what’s happening you can and will continue to get work!

[@7thangelz]

I think some of us oldheads digging in the crates type are reluctant to use splice, tracklibs, and loop kits, similar to how a bunch of us wouldn't touch those dusty fingers releases. Getting over our old hang ups is a journey

[@ddeafner]

I'm about to be 40 this year, and I'm always feeling I'm too old to produce and DJ music. But I'm constantly trying to get out of my head on it. It helps when you surround yourself with other like-minded folks, in combination with some of the younger folks as well, so you don't feel too outta place.

[@markiecoleman1]

There’s actually an advantage to being older, if you have use the time. I am a formally trained multi-instrumentalist in Los Angeles and I play guitar, bass, keyboards and do drum programming for many “producers” who are half my age. The only reason why they consistently hire me is because I can play in 15 minutes what sometimes takes them all night to figure out. The Hiphop and R&B music of today is basically a very basic version of the music from the past, with added effects, reverse effects and filters. And the beats are the simplest ever. I just programmed 6 beats for a very well known Hiphop artist and it only took me a few hours. Everything is much easier now than it was in the past.

[@BoloDaProducer]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@JayCasinoOfficial]

what's your email? can you play some parts for me? how much for your services?

[@16914]

i started in 1988 with radio shack keyboards and wires. i played and learned the sounds and how they sit in the mix. then got professional keyboards like Korg X Korg M1 yamaha DX9 Alesis Mirrage SQ10 Korg Kronos Roland flagship keyboards. started with 4 track cassettes laying tracs one at a time. mixing to not to distort the sounds. then went to DAT then there were sequences keyboards to stand alone Digital recorders to finally to DAW in 2004 thats my history. It comes down to your Ears and if it sounds great. or good to you. You have to live with it the rest of your life. Its born from you and grows along your journey

[@farraribeats]

The Alchemist has been making dope beats since the 90’s and look where he is now. Working with Kendrick, Drake, etc as an underground producer and I would argue making even better beats than his work in the 90’s. Could say the same about Premo and many more older producers.

[@BoloDaProducer]

Correct!

[@Slogdawg]

60's club here. Making the shift from musician to producer. Not easy at all, but not impossible, either. More fun than anything I've done in many years!

[@velanche]

That was great food for thought! I'm 60, and even though I've dabbled in making music for a long time, I'm able to spend much more time doing that. I have a great mentor who I'm doing one-on-one with who has been a music producer and DJ and is known in the music scene I supported for over three decades. As a DJ for over 20 years, and also a radio DJ for a 15-year period, I relish using my lived experience to finally get to create, both with software and hardware. I'm starting my second year in a music technology certification program at a community college, and will soon enter a music technology program at the the local university, my alma mater. I'm not bragging at all, but just want to encourage folks that it's never too late. Indeed, technology has made both music production and DJing so much more within reach. I know pros going in their 50s and 60s who are still at it, and I know a few who plan to retire. In the end, if it's something you want to do, I say do it before you have regrets about not doing it. Thanks for this, Bolo; speaking from the heart, like you did, is always a public speaking asset. Do it, to it! Peace.

[@7thangelz]

Nuff respect youngster If it's okay, can I add one thing? Don't sleep on those old ass beats you may have forgot. I just checked my old Dropbox from the 2000's and there's 10 tracks I completely forgot about, and I ain't gonna lie, I kinda like them. They may not fit into my type beat 'niche' but I'm still going to upload them to my beatstars, youtube, tik tok, and the rest of my socials.

[@parkviewslim]

I’m 34 but been on FL for 15 years. The music industry changed so fast in the last 10 years, it’s been hard to keep up. I am now switching to MPC 37, it has given me a new motivation 🔥💪🏾

[@Hazmat002]

I just turned 45 a few weeks and I’m bout to drop my next project soon. Age ain’t nothing but a number bruh 💯

[@BoloDaProducer]

Keep it up

[@BangBeatz-ph6gk]

Hell,I been subscribe to your channel for a minute now, and I'm 49yrs. old. Because of this video, I'm going to buy me some equipment tomorrow and I'm gone start to learn on a newer Mpc .Thanks for all the content bruh and keep up the good work.

[@BoloDaProducer]

Thanks!!! Use my Zzounds Link!

[@betterfinances-UK]

Started learning in the pandemic. Took a year to settle on a genre I was happy to create in. I'm 41 and it was a lifelong dream to make music and released an album last week. It helped me escape alcoholism and gave me a hobby that fills my time. Thanks for making this video, it is really great to hear at 41 I'm not over the music making hill.

[@djclovisa8114]

I am in South Africa 55 Yrs Old been a DJ for a long time hehehe because of your Positive VIds I am thinking about getting into Producing.Keep The fires Burning Young Man.Wishing you Love and Light.

[@bsharpmusic]

45 going on 46 soon. Started in 1999. Still learning from older and younger producers/engineers. This is a forever learning craft. Once u think u know it all, then u stunt your growth!

[@MrCamwilliams7]

There’s no limit on producing great art. I’m early 30s but I literally been producing since 14 & I will until I’m done! 💪🏾

[@BenJohnson-aka-TheVoiceFM]

2005! I was 42 years and just starting my home studio. Almost 20 years later (now), I'm still getting my groove on and growing while I'm at it. I have a very young ear when I need to. I enjoy mixing old and new (techniques) for added flava!!!

[@jroc2k]

I'm 48 and I still make hip hop beats, and I'm not stopping NO TIME SOON!!

[@Brother-SP]

As you shouldn’t.

[@jroc2k]

@@Brother-SP Facts bro!

[@gadgetfuture9866]

37 year old here! Been a songwriter all my life and started my production career last year ❤️

[@sonicboom2738]

Man I love your channel it’s so cool to see people in their 50s still making music. Am 44 and thought I was to old my wife always told me it’s not to late, I guess sometimes listen to the wife😂

[@FXWLL]

I am a sync music producer in my mid 40s. I got my first decent royalty cheque recently. Its definately doable. I also have a family to look after, so its not like I have all the time. No excuses. Plus Reason gang here. Love Reaaon synths and fx inside of Ableton but started out many years ago on Reason 1.1

[@grizzybass8082]

44 and I’m still in the future when it comes to these tunes ! Always keep ahead of the trends instead of catching up

[@neurosonica.official]

I am 53 started with Kaway SX210 and then DX7 june Akai S950 (which had barely two 80 car lines display and a wheel!) we understand way deeper and appreciate way more!

[@doce.c.1365]

I’m 55 and only recently got back into recording music as an empty nester. Would love to hop on a call with you. Thanks for the gems given here! Doc E.C. Leader of NEW Old School Music.

[@jemmedia1109]

As someone who is over 40, I really appreciated this video Bolo. Especially what was said during the second half of the video.

[@darrelldavis3540]

For me, I'm 52.. So right now I'm at this R&B Thug sound. And I ask myself if WHEN I get a placement, do I really wanna be in the studio full time with some of these younger artist. I just truly enjoy making music. Its how I clear my mind.

[@KingHanma]

I’m 52 and still producing for the young artists. There’s no limitations to what I can do. Being well seasoned is an advantage that I take advantage of. I’ve been doing this when digital recording wasn’t even a thing. Give me a stick of gum and a paper clip and I’ll make a banger that’ll stand the test of time on some Mcgyver ish. Talk that talk Bolo!

[@claudehunt6257]

I’ll be 44 this month. It’s the music that beats my heart! You’re only as old as you allow yourself to be!

[@im_avg_joe]

I'm 48 and started making beats in 2011 at 35 years old. Been rhyming since 1992. One of the myths that needs to be busted is you don't necessarily HAVE to have an extravigant setup to make music! When you work with what you have and work towards being dope, people will be in awe that you can make dopeness from limited resources. 9th Wonder is a perfect example of this when he first came into the game: using a desktop and fruity loops at beat battles! He got clowned for the gear he used starting out UNTIL those beats dropped and made crowds go nuts! In time, you will be able to build your gear...but the main component of making dope music is to have passion and hunger! Also: work on creating a sound that separates you from everyone else. Be inspired by other musicians, but pave your own lane. People will appreciate and recognize you for this! Thank you for making this video Bolo! 🫡🫡🫡

[@flowmaka]

Nothing wrong with the age bro. Being in touch with the pulse of good music is ageless and timeless. When you’re older, you’re wiser in your approach and don’t think that you know everything. I’m in my 50s and still learn. I know the history of the styles someone thinks is new and know the hardware that was used to create it. Keep doing what you’re doing and keep sharing wisdom!

[@Swtf3]

This was a DOPE video, Bolo! Highly relatable!

[@BoloDaProducer]

Glad you enjoyed it!