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

Watch Chad Smith perform 'Can't Stop' from their eighth studio album, 'By the Way.'
Chad Smith's drumming style is heavily influenced by funk, which is evident in this song. He infuses the song with infectious, groovy beats that perfectly complement the band's sound.
'Can't Stop' was a commercial success for the Red Hot Chili Peppers. It reached the top of the Modern Rock Tracks chart and also performed well on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart in the United States. The song has been a staple of the band's live performances since its release. It's often featured in their concert setlists, and its energetic and upbeat nature makes it a fan favorite.
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[@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……

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@chdapa_like_the_wind]

“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

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@Koronesuki1313]

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.

[@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

[@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

[@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 😎

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@knappdaddy]

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

[@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.

[@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??

[@kaue7224]

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

[@blahdy]

@@kaue7224lol 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...

[@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.

[@jausing]

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

[@Cantst10]

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

[@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 😁

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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 🙌🏻

[@karenattwood5035]

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

[@BigEMU1]

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

[@Chef42]

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

[@seancop8686]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@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!

[@dominictorres2144]

I love seeing Chad play drums whether it's RHCP songs or some others, he's awesome and one of my favorite drummers

[@iskandercespedes7305]

I'm just in awe - I'm seeing him live one week from today and just "can't stop" hyping myself up for it

[@_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

[@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)))

[@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.

[@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

[@Medsas]

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

[@lesliecalvert3458]

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

[@IGIVRUP]

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

[@coleavis2150]

​@@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]

@@coleavis2150 did you just call chad smith sloppy

[@coleavis2150]

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

[@copache]

@@coleavis2150 I’m just playing man you’re spot on

[@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.

[@jamief7079]

I feel like Chad was the kid in class who couldnt stop fidgeting, thank God someone gave him a drum set. Legend

[@jullia7741]

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

[@cintocrunch]

Saw them in Hershey a couple weeks ago. This is my favorite song of of theirs and I’m sad I didn’t get to see it live since it wasn’t in the set list. Love this song.

[@ShhhhhImThinkin]

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

[@clarkfielduk]

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

[@michaelnovak8954]

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

[@thelizzleking]

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

[@k_vanchhawng]

That groove man! It's infectious! 🔥

[@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.

[@helloitsnicko]

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

[@SpamHunter]

Still having a great time, love to see it

[@realtime4559]

2:27 So sweet!!!

[@doublewides]

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

[@davidchidester5463]

The power behind every single hit is insane.

[@irrsinnrainer]

Your drum mix always sounds amazing. Especially the kick drum!

[@tuukkahalttunen2046]

This guy should play in a band. Solid cover 🤌

[@felipepestana]

Already watched the livestream a lot of times and now gonna watch the separate video a ton too. My favorite drummer ever

[@willemvdk4886]

Every single video of this guy is a true masterclass. What a legend.

[@robowop9354]

1:34 That ride smash fill tho 🤤

[@alexrowiecki]

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

[@inaki-np]

Love this, love him. Just saw them this Sunday in Buenos Aires. So good! We love ya Chad

[@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!

[@nomiS.933]

Still a monster, even at his age.

[@mikedirain]

My favorite RHCP song

[@copache]

he is barely old

[@user-yw6xj2dl4f]

Wdym 😂😂

[@copache]

@@user-yw6xj2dl4f 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

[@purplepickles2.078]

This is like a dream come true! I've always wanted a RHCP concert with the cameras focused on Chad, so I can see every move he makes. This is great! Have you guys already done Throw Away Your Television, Purple Stain AND Don’t Forget Me? Or plan to do them? Let me take a look at your uploads... Cheers!

[@MusicClipsGlobal]

It's such a treat to watch him play.. I always admired talent and passion combined towards instrumentation in music. I hope my metalcore edits will make more people love good music.

[@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.

[@ivanreyes6689]

As an imaginary drumer, i aprove

[@sidneysilva6717]

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

[@payohlaa758]

Addicted to his shindig. The best - and he’s genuinely hilarious. Love his spirit and definitely his groove - keeps me boogying.

[@ricardocoloma-md]

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

[@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.

[@navara5040]

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

[@dcsyd16]

Chad smith you are such a legend!!!

[@10mortax]

What a really cool song. I just love it, and Chad does so well with the drums for that song. Almost sounds like the original track is playing.

[@CAPIN993]

Wow, Will Ferrell is really good playing drums😄

[@aditsu]

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

[@Jonathan-dj5ry]

He sounds even better with the Paiste 2002 cymbals! Love it, Chad u rock!

[@alvaroruizruiz7538]

He's probably been using 2002 here and there on the studio since the beginning anyway

[@Ogilla]

The hi-hat here sounds awful for the song IMO.

[@tijlvandermeulen3930]

@@Ogilla YES, I was looking for this comment. It's "too bright" or clangy, don't know why

[@Ogilla]

@@tijlvandermeulen3930 The Sabian he used for the studio record were just perfect!

[@frazersparling8547]

I think all his cymbals sound poor imo, sabians sound way better

[@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

[@Th3_n3rdtavrn]

Rhcp has been my favorite band for as long as i can remember. Cant wait to see them live!

[@tomg2217]

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

[@VoidSage_]

Will Ferrell is such a great drummer!

[@NytronX]

Please get Dave Grohl on

[@NaastyNate]

Drumeo is the best!! Thank you for all the videos! More of Chad please!

[@Ticherfabrizzio]

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

[@epallo2949]

Will Ferrel + Chad Smith = Will Smith

[@nijjijjion204]

They sure all slap in their own way!

[@CloseUpLover]

He should play back in Black then

[@TinMan445]

@@nijjijjion204haha nailed it

[@Schecter1989]

Chad Ferrel... Love that guy

[@NickSoundAuthentic]

I bet will smith slaps as a drummer. 👀

[@silverslider562]

Will Ferrell has come a long way with his drum skills since the Catalina Wine Mixer. Love to see it.

[@justmytwocentsdontgetmad]

😂😂😂😂

[@Jcruzer70]

What a feel and power he plays with!! 🤘🤘

[@yoniyampolsky2597]

Watching an absolute master engaged in his craft is unbelievably satisfying

[@CloseUpLover]

Will Ferrel still has it!!

[@bezio75]

🤪

[@CloseUpLover]

Not even this giga-Chad can't STOP him

[@vbaychevv]

this guy is a freaking beast, i love the energy he has

[@Matisyahuwu]

I had the pleasure of seeing them and this song live at Empower Field (where the broncos play in Denver) and it was as incredible as you would have guessed.

[@FishmacFLTRU]

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

[@jonatansmusic]

His hits are so powerful yet so groovy! 🤩

[@Siawaseninaritai302]

I like this song's starting part. He can beat the drum Powerfully and Softly either ! Impressive!

[@kellytowers8506]

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

[@muriloschuck4738]

had the pleasure to see him playing at Porto Alegre, Brazil. Genius!