Chad Smith Plays "Can't Stop" | Red Hot Chili Peppers

[@DrumeoOfficial]

You can now play along with Chad's most iconic RHCP songs inside Drumeo (with note-for-note sheet music AND drum-less versions of each song). To celebrate, we're giving you 7 days to check it out FREE -- click here to get started: www.Drumeo.com/trial

[@virtual240]

Ask Chad if he can do (or attempt an accurate) cover of and breakdown the Rush classic: 2112 for viewers.

[@gadymarcus2362]

Magnifico.🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@krissolson7043]

He probably did all of this in one day. 😂

[@spazmodicusrex6629]

I'd love to see him perform "Readymade". The beat for the verses is awesome! Locks into the bass groove then, reverses the pattern on the back half of the phrase. Sweet stuff!

[@cindywiech2675]

@@krissolson7043either that or he wore the same tshirt for a month or 2……

[@mister_neutrino]

I never realized how much I wanted to see drummers jamming to their own songs.

[@jorgemiguelmilano1535]

Another video comparable to this is the one with Dave Grohl playing the drums for "Smells Like Teen Spirit" live

[@chdapa82]

“Under the Table and Drumming” was one of the greatest things I ever watched. Drumeo is slowly bringing me more of that feeling.

[@danielarruda7413]

Up

[@TazzSmk]

Matt Garstka playing Woven Web at Drumeo is one of greats, definitely recommend :D

[@BoutaFit]

​@@jorgemiguelmilano1535i am going to watch this now hahaha

[@MikeTaffet]

This song is the best concert opener of all time. Every time I see the Chili’s live and they open with this track the whole place feels electric and everyone is immediately 100% in it

[@fredriksvard2603]

Enter sandman...

[@bonkusmaximus]

@@fredriksvard2603 literally anything else for a metallica show

[@fredriksvard2603]

@@bonkusmaximus nah. I've seen them 25 times and i've never seen a crowd as hyped as when they opened with sandman, at any show (taylor swift included with her hysterical fanbase)

[@bonkusmaximus]

@@fredriksvard2603 fr?

[@jordanposvar3616]

I was in SD 2 years ago when they played and opened with around the world. That got the crowd going from the start

[@alexvarela2971]

It’s crazy how good he plays this song without ever having listened to it before

[@chilidrummer8333]

That’s a good one 😂

[@blahdy]

bro you know its a song from the band he plays with right??

[@chilidrummer8333]

@@blahdy he was being sarcastic 😉

[@Shabnock]

​@@blahdy no way, Will Ferrell's in a band?!

[@McLarenKeith]

​@@blahdywhoooosh

[@lesliecalvert3458]

Married to a drummer of 50 years and I love to see drummers play..Chad Smith's energy is contagious ❤❤

[@redcpt3791]

I am convinced that Drumeo has been trying to remove Chad from the studio for weeks, but he just won't leave

[@miku4104]

And I am convinced that they kidnapped my guy.

[@418792316]

legend says hes still playing

[@MrGenexxx]

I am convinced that they filmed him months ago and then cut it into pieces to make more 💰💰💰

[@alejoboxcol]

Chad Smith memorabilia

[@benfinesilver2250]

He broke Drumeo😂 there’s no point to watch because no one can repeat what he did.

[@LawrenceAugust_]

Phenomenal. RHCP are truly a supergroup. Chad, Flea, John... and say whatever the hell you want about Anthony's lack of vocal range or whatever else ... there's NO ONE BETTER to front the band. Appreciate them while they're still doing it, folks.

[@RejectHumanityReturn2Monke]

No one amps the energy like Anthony

[@michaelleigh2076]

Anthony Kiedis most under rated vocalist ever, his vocals on the by the way and BSSM albums are so good

[@Peksisarvinen]

Focusing on Kiedis' vocal range is the music equivalent of focusing on brush strokes rather than the finished painting.

[@huitrecouture]

Why would you even bring that shit up and reference idiots on a video and full day celebrating Chad Smith?? Does it make you feel important? He was never "supposed" to be some accomplished vocalist. Half the time he's rapping. All the MORONS can't comprehend no auto tune. Ever hear this huge money makers? Katie Perry? Taylor? How about Freddie live? PfFFFT. He had to have the audience sing most of his verses. And there would never be any better FIT for this band. HIs tone is so recognizable and rhythmically perfect Yes he's a phenomenal front man and lets not forget wrote all their fvcking songs, FFS. No go watch Chris Cornell being a crap shoot live.

[@idego9]

Anthony can write. His lyrics are on levels as high as Hoon, Ferrell, Patton, and Fallon.

[@jareddoran6605]

Chad Smith is one of those rare musicians where the hype surrounding him is 100% justified

[@edaviescarr]

Legit one of the best man, his consistency, enthusiasm and energy is unmatched and legendary!!

[@kefs123]

Same with John Frusciante

[@johnboy4955]

Dude is born to be a drummer

[@nic4092]

​@@kefs123I would beg to differ

[@blender_wiki]

Most Musicians hype is justified. Maybe you talk about pseudo artist that play with music.

[@clouds5]

The coolest thing is that you can obviously see how much fun he has playing the drum even though he has done this probably 1000 times before.

[@alexandriarose7134]

He’s been playing this song for decades and he still has joy playing it 🥰

[@matrixphijr]

Nah this is one of those 'first reaction' videos. He's never heard this before, that's just how good he is. 😂

[@pauloalexisparato7143]

​@@matrixphijr Chad Smith's a member of Red Hot Chili Peppers.

[@matrixphijr]

@@pauloalexisparato7143 r/wooosh

[@westonprice3994]

No way!

[@tickbox_]

Really love the way Chad treats the recorded studio drum parts. They’re the basis of the song for radio, but when switched to a live setting it means nothing. It’s a jumping off point for him to jam, while still maintaining the hardest of grooves. You know what it usually sounds like, you’ve heard it a thousand times, so here it is with 4 times the energy. The guys sense of fun behind a kit is infectious. Love it.

[@Mazjk22]

It was brilliant to be able to watch him fill in those spaces that are always left open in the song. Just flowing with a track he's super familiar with. Perfect setting for that kind of fun. What a treat

[@bradleylovej]

The story on that is he wants the recorded drum parts to be more like his live parts, but Rick Rubin isn't a fan of it and tells him, 'Oh, that's great. Use it in the live performances.' They joke about it in a podcast

[@AinsleighKerr]

Chad is just the coolest guy ever. You cant help but smile and jam to him playing the drums..his energy is so infectious 😎

[@MashaT22]

I could watch this guy forever. No joke. Never gets old. I don’t even play drums or have a kit. I’m a guitarist! 😂🤷🏼‍♀️

[@danielarruda7413]

Same

[@Yourcousinvinny.]

Ditto

[@TwimsFan]

Seriously makes me wana play drums but I know I couldn’t ever do this lol

[@moisesbodani9105]

Same here! Haha

[@PvtPot]

@@TwimsFan do it if you have the time/the money man!! was one the best decisions of my life

[@elcrackengaitos_bs4804]

The crescendo at the beggining of the song is what comes to my mind when I think about how a perfect crescendo should be

[@chapolinm_]

When I first heard it in 2002 I was mind blown!

[@elcrackengaitos_bs4804]

@@chapolinm_ fr

[@musicalchairs777]

I was working in a rehearsal studio and the Peppers were in there for about a month. Every day, Chad, Flea and John would just jam for an hour or so before Rick Rubin and Anthony got there. It was unreal, like Hendrix with Bonham and Jaco for a rhythm section. John sang a bunch. Some of the best live music I've heard and it never saw the light of day. Same with STP. They'd jam for hours before Weiland showed up. Another great band with a powerhouse in the back.

[@blindhtownkilla]

Luckiest man alive

[@TDig.]

RHCP and STP. What a combo

[@critdaddysama4656]

No way

[@yoyolebatteur]

Sure, I'm not jealous.

[@MrCrich77]

He's actually not praised enough. Once you see him live you see how essential he is To the band

[@trustinthemachine]

Chads groove is unmatched. You can feel the music.

[@boozalm3715]

It's definitely matched lol

[@danielbarron8761]

@@boozalm3715 who ?

[@gregl2138]

I think he means how uneven his playing is.

[@Eggy79]

@@danielbarron8761 buddy rich

[@Thebensupremacy]

hell ya almost like its comin thru my ears

[@m4gs.]

I watched this man play this exact song as they opened the concert last saturday (2 days ago) less than 200ft/60m from me. It's impressive how they still sound as good as they did 20 years ago

[@dino_not_dyno]

The light pulsing of the left foot on the hi hat stand is a major factor of how he gets that unique hat sound on every chilis track

[@tarnopol]

Good point.

[@egrojz6221]

And the reason why most RHCP cover bands make their songs sound stiff and dull.

[@DAG90ish]

The intro jams into this song are always absolutely epic

[@iftach14]

I love Chad Smith so much

[@boozalm3715]

Gay

[@Ray_SOAD]

​@@boozalm3715nuh uh

[@iftach14]

@@boozalm3715 shut it

[@binaural189]

It’s not gay if he a legend.

[@iftach14]

@@binaural189 thanks, you're so right

[@nineteenninetyfive]

What i love is drummers that are right on the beat all the time, and Chad is one of those. It drives the music.

[@roch4z]

Chad's a monster. I like that he loves playing the songs, he still has that drive on point 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@dr00andrew]

He is the definition of a true musician. Still has the same passion he did when he first started

[@michaelnovak8954]

Amazing, how easy he's do it. Nothing tension, nothing unnecessary motions, just pleasure for drumming! Coll man!

[@Cantst10]

His energy is infectious man 🤘 he's playing with heart with every hit. Amazing

[@eduardo.lunkes]

I started to listen more RHCP after I've watched all the Chad's videos on Drumeo. His energy playing it's insane and contagious

[@sturla75]

Such a great feel and groove he has! And his whole vibe and enthusiasm is so captivating and positive!!

[@ryanphelan6861]

Thought is enemy of flow never has drummer clearly thought less and flowed using feel than Chad. He plays like a kid just incredible 😁

[@bradleylovej]

Watching this man play is mesmerizing. How can he be so powerful, but still look so in control and even delicate at times?

[@hedusoto6076]

Here i am trying to mimic every single detail of his studio take, and then he comes and tears it apart, sounding so awesome...

[@jrobbin24]

In all fairness he has shown the world he is capable of the studio take. Here he is having fun

[@adambodolay2499]

You gotta break free from those chains homie

[@bluebookhard1576]

When I practice performing songs live I often watch live versions because a drummer puts so much more life into a performance than the studio version

[@realtime4559]

2:27 So sweet!!!

[@fewpoundcory]

cant believe he nailed this on the first take like he did 30 seconds to mars. true talent!

[@RafaelAmbrosio]

hahhahhhahahhahaha nice one 😁

[@blahdy]

bro you know its a song from the band he plays with right??

[@kaueeeeeee]

@@blahdy bro you know its a joke right?? ffs

[@blahdy]

@@kaueeeeeeelol of course I was making joke too...hope you too with your comment 😅

[@NytronX]

​@@blahdyIt's almost like Chad has played it 1000 times before...

[@MATTierial]

This has always been my favorite Chili Peppers song! The buildup at the beginning is one of the most electric opening I've ever heard! Its gets you PUMPED, and the rest doesnt disappoint!

[@Chef42]

The Chad Smith videos have been my favorites. He just has so much fun and enjoys it, and it really shines through.

[@Snickerdoodle06]

I went and saw RHCP live in Noblesville, Indiana last month. I regret not paying more attention to Chad Smith. This man is amazing. If they tour again in my area, i wont make that mistake again

[@joaopires4444]

One day I'll show this to my kids and tell them they can now learn how to drum the best song in the world with the Legend himself playing! Thank you Chad and Drumeo 🙌🏻

[@84jdgregory]

Watched his 30 Seconds to Mars vid a couple weeks ago and just watched Flea on Hot Ones. These dudes just really seem to love music. Both seem fairly down to Earth, too. Really makes me appreciate them that much more.

[@seancop8686]

Obviously Chad is a monster on the kit, but his infectious energy is what gets me smiling every time I watch him play!

[@Adszdosya]

Creative hi-hat work on the verse! The cymbal is so loose yet the rythm holds it nicely. Not a big fan of open hi-hat myself but he nails it here.

[@BigEMU1]

Really impressed with how good Will Ferrell is on the drums.

[@jausing]

I have never drummed in my life but I LOVE your videos. Just know you are inspiring people way outside your target audience. 😊

[@ignaciomora5522]

Chad is one of my favorite drummers, I will see him playing in front of me live next week here in my country and I'm very excited about it!

[@pearlvision7156]

Molodets)))

[@EnoughRhetoric]

Really isn’t shocking that this guy loves what he does so much but even then, seeing the pure joy and fun he takes with it is infectious!

[@chilidrummer8333]

He finally gets the so well deserved higher attention and recognition. Go Chad! Forever my favourite drummer ❤

[@christopantz]

being in one of the most famous bands of all time isn’t enough attention?

[@burgerbobbelcher]

@@christopantz Probably meant attention from people who aren't rhcp fans.

[@NotThatOneThisOne]

​@@burgerbobbelcherthere are people who aren't rhcp fans?

[@orkarp]

lots@@NotThatOneThisOne

[@TronciM]

​@@NotThatOneThisOnethey're pretty hated by some ppl

[@Pepesilvia267]

I love that chads groove shapes the song and the song shapes his groove. You can tell it flows both ways and that’s a good drummer IMO

[@Juveenyle]

I’ve seen plenty of different performers before some of the top rappers live but nothing comes close to how good the Red Hot Chili Peppers were when I saw them they sounded exactly how they do on there record it was amazing they even had a encore and a bunch of people ran back and watched them for another 30 minutes everyone was lighting their lighters I’ll never forget how I felt

[@TomsLifeVlog]

this is genuinely one of the greatest songs ever

[@knappdaddy]

I love the way his feet never stop even when he’s not nailing the kick, guys got serious rhythm !!

[@musicvideoproductionediting]

Master at work! if anyone thinks this is a simple groove, you have much to learn, only Chad can play it this way, so many nuances.

[@copache]

what are they

[@Quasar126]

​@@copache weird, sloppy hi hat, odd pausings when getting ready for multiple crashes, intensely fast and precise fills, switching hands, bass drum matching lead vocals, offbeat snare and hit hat opens, and very relaxed ghost notes that almost feel like triplets. Those are most of the nuances I could pick up on

[@copache]

@@Quasar126 did you just call chad smith sloppy

[@Quasar126]

@@copache should've said swishy, you now how his hi hats and never fully closed and dinky? thats what I mean

[@copache]

@@Quasar126 I’m just playing man you’re spot on

[@davidchidester5463]

The power behind every single hit is insane.

[@robowop9354]

1:34 That ride smash fill tho 🤤

[@doublewides]

There is such an energy when this guy plays. Truly phenomenal.

[@comentarista1816]

4:19 Okay, that was just EPIC!

[@FishmacFLTRU]

Seldom will you ever find someone this good and this in love with their craft. Dude’s guidance counselor nailed it.

[@luizguilhermeolivera3303]

Put this man to play "Happy birthday" on the Drums and he will make it FRESHHH love you guys from Drumeo thanks for the Chad!

[@MSBJJ]

I love drummers doing their craft… my roommate in college was a drummer and made loops and stuff all the time. Nothing more relaxing than just watching them create in their zone.

[@alexrowiecki]

this song is ageless! Chad is a friggin' legend!

[@Medsas]

after 20 years he's still enjoying playing the song so much its so awesome 😁😁

[@metal665lica]

4:02 The dude's expression is priceless

[@Noledad77]

With the passing of Neal Peart (3 years ago now?), it's not a stretch at all to say that Chad Smith is the greatest drummer on the planet. The guy is a genius and he makes it look effortless.

[@_baller]

Guys, I wanna see more guessing of the drums without hearing of the drums, it’s the hottest idea you guys got on this channel

[@thelizzleking]

Completely agree it's a genius idea. I've been rewatching all those videos

[@timjennings9337]

Comment bump!

[@rockmanafb]

Bump

[@2rustysporks]

Comment bump!! Love these videos with Chad too, but the "drummer improvises drums for a song they've never heard" series is SO funnnn. Always down for more of those❤

[@wizardofosgood]

Let’s limit the creative direction of the channel into one video idea and then once it becomes stale and tired get irritated that they only do one thing

[@lambrostsunboxing]

Chad I love you!

[@jullia7741]

Chad is a beast on the drums. I love watching him play

[@jackknife3603]

They put out such a fun and killer vibe. I think everybody can relate to this song at some point in their lives that’s why it’s such a jam to the people that love it.

[@MetallicOpeth]

his feel and flow are so natural. such a great drummer

[@boozalm3715]

What a pointless comment. How wouldn't it seem natural after 40 years of drumming?

[@Ogilla]

@@boozalm3715You clearly haven’t met some people that aren’t « naturals » to say such a thing lol.

[@ericlamont4130]

Chad is literally the MAN. Love the energy and talent!!

[@navara5040]

If you dont watch the whole video dont miss 3:20

[@briankgarland]

When you become so good at your job that it is no longer a challenge you become free to just love the hell out of it and have fun.

[@JohnDoe-mm3sm]

Made me cry man. As a beginning drummer, this song is my white whale - I'm so afraid to try it because I know I can't do it yet. But seeing it "live" again really brought some stuff up for me. Thanks man

[@tuukkahalttunen2046]

This guy should play in a band. Solid cover 🤌

[@clarkfielduk]

I love the flam that plays in the last bar of the intro it's so satisfying to listen to

[@karenattwood5035]

I could now watch Chad Smith forever. Talented musician and all round nice guy, and so humorous x

[@helloitsnicko]

As well as this being unreasonably tight, I love all the moments Chad plays along with the vocal here

[@k_vanchhawng]

That groove man! It's infectious! 🔥

[@ekuche8335]

I’ve never seen someone have so much fun playing the drums and this guy has been doing it for like 40 years! Haha

[@thelizzleking]

Yessss loving the Chad Smith content!! What a legend. Awesome to see him play his own songs

[@tomg2217]

His choke on the Crash and Rides is almost millisecond perfect! What a bleedin' legend on the drums!

[@raymondjoseph7177]

After 40 years of hitting it, the most simplistic flam intro always ticks a happy spot in my brain

[@ShhhhhImThinkin]

Since I watched his 30 seconds to Mars drum cover , I looked up every RHCP songs. 👌

[@JS-hu7pv]

Bernard Purdy would be proud of those ghost notes. Watching Chad playing Chili Peppers songs on Drumeo is a hell of a lot of fun.

[@cornoBassoJohn]

0:22 That scream was the "I FEEL YOUNG AGAIN!" scream.

[@mafeuk]

He was actually mimicking how the audience goes crazy when that part comes up, as the Chili Peppers usually open their concerts with Can't Stop and that riff is when Anthony comes on stage and starts singing.

[@yoniyampolsky2597]

Watching an absolute master engaged in his craft is unbelievably satisfying

[@ivanreyes6689]

As an imaginary drumer, i aprove

[@santiagopineiro8296]

This was the first RHCP I listened to and the one which opened me the doors to the until then unknown world called Rock. So many memories.

[@lyonalecfiesta1941]

He's not leaving. BECAUSE he "Can't Stop"

[@Fred_Durst1]

BRILLIANT. MORE CHAD YALL!!!! Bring him back!!!

[@nomiS.933]

Still a monster, even at his age.

[@mikedirain]

My favorite RHCP song

[@copache]

he is barely old

[@SameNameasU]

Wdym 😂😂

[@copache]

@@SameNameasU I mean he’s 60 yea but he’s talking about him like he’s in hospice. Like, Bill Ward is still playing drums

[@ivaerz4977]

If you love what you do you don't age

[@chillout2109]

Thank you for all the music Chad. You have helped solidify RHCP as rock gods.

[@Bansheee-p5o]

Dudes defs feeling nostalgic, imagining himself on tour

[@Ticherfabrizzio]

That cry aloud brings out a change in Chad... It's like he became to be young

[@sidneysilva6717]

Eu sou o comentário em português que vocês procuram!!! Kkkkk... Chad é fantástico!

[@ricardocoloma-md]

One of my favorite songs of all time, what a power house is the RHCP bass, guitar and drums masters.

[@beeslikesteve]

The way he silenced everything at 1:27 is soooo nasty. Also another video should be uploaded or just the drums no background music

[@MrSirViking]

I love drummers who can do crazy shit and get away with it. Like look at 4:18 He just throws the drum stick at the drum which makes it fly up in the air and he then grabs it out of the air and finishes. The cherry on top if you want!

[@nacho_1006]

Uno de los mejores bateristas del mundo sin lugar a dudas

[@materialistadialectico4884]

Sólo escuchando la pista de batería de los temas de Blood Sugar Sex Magik alcanza para reconocer las canciones, ni siquiera necesitas las pistas del resto de los instrumentos. Eso te dice el rol que juega la bata en el sonido de la banda.

[@robrobuck932]

I love that thump of the bass drum.

[@VoidSage_]

Will Ferrell is such a great drummer!

[@MrBruinman86]

How do you not love this guys energy and love for his craft.

[@NytronX]

Please get Dave Grohl on

[@YoGeeJeTeLoL]

won't happen this week!

[@JS-hu7pv]

Man I love this groove. Chad might not be the “best” drummer in the world, but he’s perfect for RHCP

[@matiaspincheira7571]

Still one of the best drummers in the world tho

[@CAPIN993]

Wow, Will Ferrell is really good playing drums😄

[@aditsu]

Just found some videos of them both on Jimmy Fallon some years ago 🤣

[@kellytowers8506]

Brilliantly skilled drummer, you can see his passion for his craft clearly from the energy produced

[@dave-jk6en]

Well he did stop, at 4:27. So the video title is wrong

[@danielkitura]

Damn right 😅😂

[@andremalki25]

😂