Cobus - Vanilla Sky - Umbrella (Drum Cover)

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This is a drum cover (or remix) of Vanilla Sky's cover of Rihanna's song, Umbrella.
(whoa, now that's one complicated sentence)
Crazy amounts of fun, this one. Loved the groovy parts in the intro and outtro, aswell as the heavy stuff in the middle. Obviously the last few choruses were also quite nice to do :)
(As for the outtro doublebass crossovers; it's the only part of the song that was written beforehand, the rest is all improvised on the spot, to keep things fresh and unpredictable.)
I have to emphasize, I know calling this a "cover" is wrong, seeing as I only PARTLY stayed true to the song's drums (or lack thereof), through the WHOLE song i play some variations of the beats, phrasing and fills, since 99% of what i play is improvised. Even though i have done my fair share of session and studio drumming, that has little to zero effect on these video's, I kind of see them as live performances. I'm NOT aiming to be accurate to the original drums, I'm just aiming to enjoy myself. And I thouroughly succeeded in doing that, might I add :)
Vanilla Sky - Umbrella
(originally by Rihanna)
is the copyrighted property of it's owner(s).
(External) Drums by Cobus Potgieter.
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[@cobuspotgieter]

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[@barakshabo6847]

Bro I'm watching it in 2024 and probably watch it in 2034. You're the best drummer in my opinion

[@iiinterstellar]

Cobus was my introduction to youtube as a kid. He inspired me to keep drumming. Here I am 25 coming back to these videos. Timeless

[@markmunchies]

14 years later. Still one of my most favourite drum covers

[@kylee2942]

This video was one of my first favorite KZbin videos. I've been through so much since this first came out. I'm sure you've been through a lot too. Love you all.

[@oowiorekoo]

Rel bro

[@Akteur33]

Ok, time to rewatch this after 2019 version

[@Shadowicked]

this always be the best, even though he's actually better currently

[@pataudi8025]

@@Shadowicked Yeah, I think that the mixing has been done better here that's why this seems better.

[@immanueljuliushamenda510]

As H Haajakakakqiqkkap ex SZ

[@soup_.69]

@HaruMi it’s still 2020 😂

[@pataudi8025]

Still here!

[@ctskifreaks]

Here after the 2019 version - crazy how far you've come along

[@Miller9084]

First I saw this back to 2009 now 2019..I still watch this cover

[@daniellastimosa2405]

Cobus' covers never gets old!

[@kenGPT]

2:46 His face lol priceless

[@Ayosh.1]

Flashbacks..

[@kslbnc]

me too

[@ICANanimations]

I think you should Re-cover this

[@xartius]

agree! With a better video quality!

[@giofachri6469]

yeah, the audio isn't good

[@teofiloreynara318]

Watch this kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnPXZWyrh7uNaq8

[@j_pry1n]

Already did. Watch it now

[@codmacvid123]

The stick spins at 3:20 though. Cobus you're a beast mate.:)

[@nate-broadleafdesigns2045]

I’ve watched this several times over the last 12 years and still watching in 2021. Much love!

[@blazingdan]

2:46 is my happy place. I remember when you uploaded this and I'm back in 2017. God bless, brother.

[@iKazVS]

Oh man I watched this in 2009... it's 2016 already friggin hell!

[@x1m67]

2019 .

[@louisedge2382]

2020.

[@mellindrums]

I remember when this was uploaded! My mind was blown!

[@ke3ndroZ]

I'm still remembering the first time I heard this song .. Cobus , thanks for giving us some of your talent and time to see and hear. For me it is one of the best cover on drums made ​​if not the best . Greetings from Mexico and keep doing what you know to do.

[@pataudi8025]

There is a soul in this video. Something that just makes it special. Listened after a long time. Amazing work Cobus, you are a boss.

[@TIMELAPSEBAND]

2:45 best break ever with the smile ! xD

[@gabsdonati]

he's totally amazing! he can become the best drummer in the world when he's older cause he's already awsome!

[@tonywayne5883]

I'm really proud of you, regardless if you read this or not, I have been watching your videos since I was in high school. Time passes, I'm almost graduating college and it makes me smile to see you've grown also! Congratulations on finally being noticed by KZbin! I hope you and your new band have millions of adventures everyday and I'll always be a fan of all the work you do! Thank you for your hard work and the beautiful pieces of music that have made me listen for years!

[@Kanu03]

you know what the best part of his videos are (besides the majorly kickass drumming)? he looks like he's having so much fun

[@ibarram0727]

Missing the old days!

[@Buthezi]

2:56... get's me every time :')

[@VolatileDave]

I re-watch this one from time to time. Keeps me young.

[@beyondpoypoy]

still remember 8 years ago, this was the song that made me start my drumming life, Thank you Cobus, you made my life so much more meaningful, did not get to see you last year while you were in Dublin, Ireland. Hope we will meet next time.

[@johnfrancis3834]

still the greatest fill ever 2:56

[@david3liud]

John Francis I was just gonna day the same exact thing... friken god...

[@alviachdiyat8628]

Shit,time flies so fast man 😳

[@Andreasxxz]

+Alvi Achdiyat haha my thoughts exactly! sad tbh..

[@wallgang1839]

Literally grew up on Cobus videos this was the first cover I ever saw thank you for being you

[@elbaxinho4752]

2019 and this video still gives me goosebumps. Nothing gets me more hyped

[@ZaVic12]

Watched this in 2008, went and took a piss in the middle of the video came back and now its 2016. good Lord boi.

[@2493cookiemonster]

deedlebag...

[@moro0130]

oooohhh yaa!!

[@IRoxesI]

Its still amazing. I have been watching you for over 2 years, and i am still learning and still amazed by it. =D thank you cobus for keeping my inspiration alive

[@mercerrave1832]

decade and plus still watching cobus drum covers

[@baseysmint]

I miss Cobus

[@danyhendy7042]

i wish i got ur talent . . . LOL damn GOod

[@brandonmalcolm5629]

This is the one that makes me happiest! So glad you’re back🙌🏻

[@CarDocQatar]

My university days.. and this Cobus video.. doing programming and chatting with girls listening to Cobuc beats.. Aaahh.. Miss those days

[@watashi_no_proxy]

2:47 killed me

[@x-Line6]

watching 2017 fuckin memories ...

[@soup_.69]

Damn I’m watching this in 2020

[@blazingdan]

Almost ten years old. Wow! Still one of my favorites. Just love it.

[@ConnorAllenDrums]

i have that same ride cymbol. and when you use it as a crash as seen in this video, it is soooo insanely loud. FANTASTIC cover Cobus

[@BangTguh]

Better than coop3r

[@weehadz5203]

i should say its true :)

[@hudayajati829]

2019?

[@libertariominarquistaancap3480]

hell yeah!!!!!

[@francescotiscione3532]

Two things are certain in life: death and that after 10 years this is the best drum cover of this song

[@MegaDaredevil18]

Once again a awsum video COBUS. Man dude you can seriously play those drums. All the best of luck for you. Keep making these great video's!!! One can only find this great tallent in South Africa. !!!KEEP ROCKING ON!!! (P.S. You inspired me to sign up for drum lessons and i cant wait to start having fun).

[@goshareyourown]

2017 and still watching...Cobus your music is incredible

[@godscloud]

the reason i subscribed to this channel was this video, 10 years later.. here i'm again :D

[@Creed109]

Jeez, 15 years already? I watched this back in 2009. Now rewatching again in 2024.

[@cherebear3933]

where has this gem been hiding! this was insane!

[@resworp]

This was the first video I saw of him, and I've finally learned how to play this on drums, as close as exactly as possible! I love it! Drums

[@MrSchmittyass]

In my opinion, this is still one of the best covers Cobus has ever done.

[@MartinSK8Master]

the best drum cover in a word

[@henriktveitthue1915]

You got me into drumming! Thank you for that gift❤️

[@SteveJAbraham]

Watched this video after ages. Still made me smile at the end of it, after all this time!

[@Rennydrums]

love the sound of those drums!

[@SKM6540]

Its been 10 years and I am never bored of this video.

[@1983guitarhero]

I have seen all the videos on KZbin of you playing in there all awesome keep up the good work

[@cherebear3933]

I would love to see a newer version of this. But this will always be one of my favorite

[@SkateWolves]

Cobus, Do you have Calf's made of Iron?! Every single video you are doing impeccable and fast bass pedal hits. Keep the drumming alive for us, you're possibly the most talented and original guy i've ever come across on youtube!

[@jacckobchongloi1204]

i still watching this after 12 years havent visit this page. I love them!

[@CaptianN1094]

Dude, you're crazy good on those drums, man.

[@ANPB6221]

I never get tired of this

[@luisharomtz]

Wow... it’s been 10 years already.. Cheers dude!

[@moro0130]

ahh the deedlebag days....brings me back

[@devanwagner5905]

All I'm going to say is that YOU are the main reason I want to start drumming. As sappy as it sounds you have inspired me! :^{D

[@jotacasaleiro1]

Best youtuber cover guy of all times!

[@YJ-dn1wj]

天知道我当年看了多少遍这视频哈哈~新版本的纪念也很棒~加油~

[@adambisset]

On a scale of 1 to 'epic win', this video is OVER 9000!!!!

[@maman69erayy13]

The best drummer cover 🔥🔥🔥

[@metametal126]

THIS NEEDS TWICE AS MORE FRIGGIN VIEWS

[@mohamedm5016]

I remember watching this like 5 years ago and today its still amazing

[@TheRudster78]

Snare sounds soo good!!!

[@TheBlackbird180]

Thanks to this man right here, I have almost six years playing drums.

[@gabrielaluciano2470]

I can't stop,watch this video, is so good. Congratulations.

[@gabrielaluciano2470]

I just found my old comment and I am glad my english improved lol

[@DAIODEIO]

Rock pesado mesmo, parabéns rapaz, você tem talento

[@faizalariefudin8212]

Two thumbs up! Best drum I see ever.

[@Rollercoke]

after all this time i still watch this cover and i love it :)

[@nattawutsangwattanatakul7974]

This is the song I used in the song contest in high school and at that time I was happy to play music🤘🏻🤘🏻💕💕

[@rhatalos1997]

Almoust 10 years. crazy how time flies by

[@DragonMiniLips]

Best Vanilla sky cover ever!

[@Toulouse41000]

2 years I listen to this cover, it's SO GOOD :D

[@jacksquat31]

It's so cool that a really respectable piece of congratulations got up-voted to the top.

[@casperh24]

I don't know why but I clapped my hands loudly after watching this movie.. Oh, now I know! AWESOME DUDE :D

[@aw24518]

Clutch dawg That was Clutch~~~ Straight up smooth and would win any audition for most likely anything

[@febitanobi]

well done cobus, you rock!!!

[@Autofir1]

this guy is very crazy.. cobus, you are my drum hero :D you are my inspiration!

[@iyou011]

been watching you since I was in High School!

[@mcscootster]

I love how he looks at the camera and smiles when he hits the ding pad (as I am now referring to it as) as if to say, "All right guys there you go, I know you love it"

[@andrefigueiredo1360]

12 years later still my favourite drum cover ever

[@Konixity]

Still one of my favourites moments of my KZbin life!

[@INFR4SLIV3R]

i love that lil ding, it gives me chills

[@piwawsky]

wow...sick! Amazing drum cover!

[@DrummerBoy233]

You cheeky little bugger Cobus, Hits every cymbal going around the kit, then gets to the last one ting and smiles at the camera. In his head *You ain't seen nothin' yet!*

[@b3n751]

i remember watching this when it had very little views. blew my mind then. blows it now. make this seem. effortless

[@MoonshinerEmily]

And this one continues to be my favorite..

[@BrianGivensYtube]

I've never actually heard this song but I knew it when I heard it. Weird. Great cover Cobus

[@skytari]

2:43 Ignition of the Cobus Mode......3:19 Beware of the people passing out by the awesomeness

[@patricianita4379]

He is the best. I love it. I watch it everyday since 1 month

[@TacoMonster4eva]

Awesome dude!!! you are my hero!!!

[@FGCobus]

Dopo 11 anni rimane ancora la mia cover preferita...grazie

[@GenomeSoldierDK]

I like how he looks at the camera at 2:47 and gives us a smile! :D Awesome cover man :D