Guitar Teacher REACTS: PRINCE "Creep" Coachella 2008 | Radiohead Cover

[@michaelknese]

Hi Michael, I don't wish to be pendantic; however, I believe the chord progression is : the 1 (G major) to the 3 altered (B major) to the 4 (C major))... then the 4 as a minor ( Cminor).... am I mistaken? It is used in Beatles songs and a great use of it in "The Air that I breathe" by the Hollies and beautifully covered by KD Lang. Try following the root of each chord with its 3rd.

[@Jim_Thomas_Draper]

Yeah, Radiohead actually had to pay royalties to The Hollies due to Creep's similarly to The Air That I Breathe (mostly because they also borrowed part of the melody)

[@Guitargate]

Yeah so - I screwed up big. The moment I listened back to this I was like OMG it’s BMA! How on death did I mess this up?! But these are live & unedited… and I’m human. So I posted it instead of doing it over and faking it. Regardless … the “hard 3” as I like to call it (3 ma) is such a great change and really elevates the tune. As Michael knese suggested, follow the 3rds. Having the D# is brutal and brilliant. Thx brother!!

[@dengar1313]

If you didn't wish to be pendantic, why did you?

[@jada90]

It's not being pedantic to point that out - that's a pretty huge difference in harmony. Doesn't fit the definition of pedantic.

[@ryanthoemke8334]

@@GuitargateCan you please do a review of Viola by Emma Kok with Andre Rieu and the johann Strauss orchestra. It might be one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever listened to and Emma’s story is incredible. I promise you won’t be disappointed.

[@Noirmirror]

I was there for this. Right in front of the stage between the barriers working for the festivals film crew. This cover surprised and blew everyone away. Such a great show.

[@forell-music]

Sir, I like the way you're being a geek about it :-) I am literally sitting here and talking back to you like "Really, oh no it's this or that...." and so on. I really enjoy watching your videos. Listening to great music, trying to figure out what's going on and talking about it. You're doing a great job, thank you!

[@warlock7760]

There are a few musician who can cover any song and make them their own. Prince is one of those select few. Awesome cover by the one and only purple one

[@ponfed]

Prince doing Best Of You at the Super Bowl half time, after a few years of quasi-feuding with Foo Fighter is a Highlight performance for me. AND it's the third best performance in that halftime show.. so it tells you a lot about Prince, his talent, his choices and his tastes...

[@jimkordahl9490]

He held back until it was time to climb that peak and drop that bomb. That desending finish was badass. When Prince lets go, nothing but pure emotional magic. His guitar playing has historically been criminally underrated.

[@astrogoodvibes6164]

I've hooked into Prince's ''Chaos & Disorder'' in the last few years. Recorded as a snub to the label and the producers, it's deliriously sardonic and bristling with raw energy. Rock and roll at its finest.

[@PlusSign2Day]

Underated Album!!!! Some amazing tracks!!!!

[@phunkidruma]

His lotusflower album is kick ass 2

[@JJlovesPrince]

Love when you do Prince reactions. Greatest artist of all time! 💜💜💜

[@macmclemore]

@@JJlovesPrince … user name checks out!

[@JJlovesPrince]

@@macmclemore 😂

[@SuperMattMart]

15:48 the moment Prince's guitar playing melts Michael's face.

[@Lifeandtravelsofbek]

Everything Prince played was insane. Hearing you break it down like this just shows to what extent. What a legend. Great video 😊

[@planr5572]

best radiohead cover in existence

[@UHollis]

so professional and so raw at the same time, when it all comes together!

[@Mark_B585]

I didn't start the same way most guitar players did, I discovered Prince in 1982 and he immediately made me want to play guitar. A lot of people don't realize this but Prince Mastered 28 different that's ridiculous and incredible.

[@rearrangio]

I have been waiting for someone to recognize this epic song. 2 solos - each one better than the last. Sick video.

[@coryhoffman358]

I was out driving earlier listening to the album the Bends. I was re-falling in love with them. When I got home, I randomly watched While My Guitar Genly Weeps from the George Harrison tribute concert. After watching Prince play the lead at the end, I was reminded how incredible he is. Weird to see this right after. It wasn't even suggested, I was looking at videos I missed.

[@fedatwater2314]

Supposedly Radiohead/Yorke fought to keep this up on KZbin.

[@PlusSign2Day]

This is true. Read my comment. Yorke was upset that prince had control over this

[@iankrasnow5383]

Makes sense. Radiohead famously don't really like this song and they went years without playing it at all, though they do occasionally surprise the fans by performing it live. It's a pretty basic song compared to what they wrote later in their careers, and there's a lot to play with when covering it. Point is they don't have an ego about keeping this song close to the chest, and this cover is phenomenal.

[@staff72]

Prince hated ppl doing cover of his songs but if he covered yours it was an honor. I would feel the same way. He was amazing. ❤

[@gfanarakos]

not true cause many of his songs were given to Chakha Kan, Alicia Keys, Cindy Lawper, Bangles, The Familly ,Sinnead O Conor to do covers , Kate Bush, Martika and many others sampled him plus he contributed to singers with his aid to Madonna, want more proof ..Stevie Nicks even Mc Hammer . How can you be so surface educated on Prince? Prince had only issues when the song meaning and vibe of it was changed. Sinnead O Connor did that but he liked the song. Prince adored Chaka and his idol Joni Mitchell.. How this is a tale but in reality Prince gave so many of his songs and spanned the carree of The Time, Sheila E, Shenna Easton. Its ridiculous. Prince always believed to his songs could be better so if it was not him (Thats why every live video is different compared to radio edit)he would give it to artists he believed worth it a try. How about Esperanza Spalding live cover if i was your girlfriend or Janelle Moneai covering Lets go crazy. How about his bands helping them to produce in Paisley Park he also created. Prince never hated being covered he hated to be unfair on him and challenged everybody. Radiohead told him he was wrong and he let it on to publicity which obvious was a mistake ..just that

[@TonyS-i1e]

The way that Prince can appear so casual but be so completely in command of the music and the space is amazing.

[@christopherj3121]

Prince would NEVER sing the words “I’m a creep”. So he turned the words around. Prince is ALWAYS on time. And he liked to get the audience clapping on the 2 & 4.

[@bluewaterhunter8928]

Been waiting for this reaction for a long time!

[@PlusSign2Day]

Prince, in my opinion was/is the Greatest of ALL TIME. In so many avenues. Look up greek beliefs as true entertainment genius. You needed to do all aspects. sing, write, dance, act, direct, produce, etc. Yup. "P"did it all. I cant think if any1 b4 or since

[@coeuznatas]

Prince didn't like singing negative lyrics, so he refrained from using the word "creep" when doing this cover. He loved the song, but disliked the negativity.

[@mrwilliamwonder]

black and orange are my favorite color combos for guitars. awesome.

[@guitarwill]

Prince covering your song has got to be the coolest most badass fucking feeling ever

[@lastpenny849]

I bet Dave Grohl choked on his beer during that Superbowl Halftime show..

[@PlusSign2Day]

Prince blocked this for years from KZbin. Radiohead was pissed because they said it was their song and he has no business trying to control it. They were honored he covered it and liked his version very much. But they were upset he controlled his version. Prince was always this way. He wanted to release only what he thought was worthy of release. He wished everyone to see him live and not via leaked footage. I respect him for this. But it did hurt him early on. But in the long run, prince was right again. He was always way ahead of his time and the curve.

[@johncollins5552]

Dont forget, Thom Yorke sings this but has 2 great guitarists on either side! One on rhythm, another on lead . Prince can rip all 3, genius level.🎸 Plus you know he can play those drums, synths anything he wanted . Sure Thom Yorke is very talented but limited, Nothing Compares to Prince.... maybe Jimi was on that Level....

[@TheBigburcie]

​@@lastpenny849 He openly admits this. Dave is a huge prince fan.

[@lastpenny849]

@@TheBigburcie I know, I remeber him telling the story of him jamming with Prince in an empty stadium, saying it was the best thing ever !!! I believe him. Prince played the bass too.

[@campbelltron]

I remember hearing something about this when it was originally posted - Prince (and/or representatives) tried to do a copyright strike against it but some folks in Radiohead's camp said "hey it's our song, we want to see it!" so the recording remained available. This was before the automated copyright strikes, I'm sure. Unless that story was completely made-up, which is also possible (it is the internet, after all)

[@faure-georsremi4540]

I like this story too !

[@cheriwinn3852]

It's a true story 💜

[@bluesky6408]

I think we are going to forgive MP the slip up on the III chord as he was channeling 80s sports star in the outfit today!

[@hzndl6469]

PLEASE DO MORE RADIOHEAD some suggestions include: - jigsaw falling into place ( their best ) - just - talk show host - exit music for a film - climbing up the walls

[@darrencoppin1293]

Check out the sound board version with audience foot. You can see prince playing more clearly

[@JDrumUK]

Often wonder if most in the crowd that day had any idea what they were going to see and hear. Just mind-blowing.

[@davidmartins3392]

Prince did not allow any videos on youtube because he was in total control of the distribution of his music and he wanted to remove this video but Radiohead did not allow the removal of this video since the music right belonged to them

[@davidmartins3392]

fun fact: when prince died this was the only video of him on youtube

[@newwave258]

Damn so the second he died his estate went against his wishes

[@davidmartins3392]

@@newwave258 exactly.. but as a fan I'm happy to watch videos from youtube and new music releases. I can't deny it

[@newwave258]

@@davidmartins3392 MJ was on the same wave they was really trying to fight against the monopolies in the music world

[@cjmahoney]

@@newwave258 no, the second Radiohead demanded the video be put back up, it was put back up. Price didn't have the right to take the song down. It's not his intellectual property

[@nathanprofitt3224]

Awesome! Thanks Michael!

[@hippsgary]

Absolutely love your channel. Right quick, that's a major 3rd they're playing, not minor. I, III, IV, iv. Edit: I see that you do go major by 7:30.

[@the_Rade]

Check out Prince playing Whole Lotta Love🤯

[@Nick-fb9uq]

I think I read an interview of Clapton speaking on Prince years ago. When asked something along the lines of "how does it feel to be the best guitar player in the world?" his answer was "ask Prince"

[@iceman10129]

One of the best covers of all time.

[@louisciffer3268]

Thank U from south-western France !

[@smh93]

Miss Cora Coleman on the drums! She's actually one of my least favorite of Prince's drummers, but her timing is impeccable. I always love watching your reactions to Prince performances, so thank you for this one! There is also a performance of Prince's song "Shhh" from this Coachella show that features Miss CC a lot on drums. Prince's guitar work is stellar on that one as well.

[@elrhomir]

Long time coming!!

[@Whistler4u]

On drums is CC Coleman Dunham.

[@michaelp8239]

Love that top!

[@christopherwatson6090]

My fav Prince video. He changed the lyrical meaning as well. Guitar God solos. Love your videos - your passion for guitar is infectious.

[@peterjohnson1173]

The B major gives that ring to the progression. Great video!

[@GrafStorm]

The first time I heard this Prince version, I realized it was better than the original. Prince took and owned this song, and live!

[@S-jq1yk]

Na, it’s just different

[@pteromalid]

I found this cover a few years ago. There is nothing cooler.

[@scfabrizio]

Awesome!!

[@MsPea]

Such a brilliant cover. Thom Yorke wrote a great song, but Prince owned it with this performance.

[@thejamnasium6447]

pretty sure that's a major B

[@bluesky6408]

Yep!

[@joelsweeney3258]

Lol 💯… can’t nail em all

[@LodvarDude]

Sure is.

[@thejamnasium6447]

@@joelsweeney3258 it’s easy to sit back and nitpick haha. Michael rules I’m just talkin shit

[@unplayedpiano7039]

Drummer Is Bananas Here- Wow.

[@mrwilliamwonder]

I always thought EVH, SRV and Prince were the best guitarists and oddly enough they were all about the same age. My generation peaked rock guitar because the Beatles made us want to rear it up.

[@EytanKoch]

Great video and love this cover, ever since I first heard it. Question...the III sounds major to me...? Anyhow, thanks for doing this.

[@CharlieBoy360]

Interestingly (but also very Prince) he seems to have changed the lyrics around. Where Thom sings the song from the perspective of someone a bit obsessed but also feeling inferior to a crush, Price flips it around 190 degrees.

[@triplelindys]

Specifically, that C to C minor, there's just something about it.

[@MrJurgis14]

Hi Mike! U should definatelly check out the ''play the funky music'' version of Prince Fantastic Voyage live 4/28/11

[@RickHardcore]

Good work!

[@kevindodson9772]

Michael, what makes Prince's playing style sound so raw, dirty and emotional? (asks a music novice)

[@WolfgangRP]

Total mastery of melody paths and the emotional courage to go wherever his soul pulls him

[@johnmsammut]

Michael - II chord is a MAJOR

[@GustavGoodstuff]

Another great video! I would also love to see you get into The Tallest men on Earth. Amazing singer-songwriter.

[@purplearmy9773]

Radiohead really liked Prince’s cover. Maybe that is why it stayed on KZbin?

[@IG-jd8pt]

Yes

[@kristilouque8412]

💜

[@jwashin4]

The drummer is the late-great John Blackwell. No click track with him. ❤

[@jwashin4]

My mistake, Michael. It’s Cora Coleman-Dunham on drums. 😮

[@TheAJ404]

I'm not a huge Prince fan, but that solo was nasty.

[@LargeJiblets]

Hey Mike, on the chance you see this, I would highly suggest checking out "DOWN by Moke". Another fantastic hidden gem of a band. I found it from a recommendation of the guitar player from King's X. Cheers!

[@kali550]

Prince has been my absolute favorite artist since the early 80’s and i always thought this would be a great song for him to cover and when he did, i hated it. I don’t know why exactly. His playing is great, but this version never connected with me. Maybe it was the changing of the lyrics. I hate that i don’t enjoy this cover, but hey, there are hundreds of other songs of his that i still get to appreciate.

[@exxekhan]

The Major 3rd (Bmaj) makes all the difference on this tune.

[@samsewall8341]

Prince is the best, and that's one of my favourite solos of his. But Michael, you gotta re-edit this and correct the second chord: B major, not Bminor. It's almost the hook of the whole tune.

[@Bluenblack17]

Prince was the best.

[@ponfed]

That off beat pause with the hit was there in the original.. Prince just took it further cause he liked it and had the rhythm chops to do it.. Prince just loved good music and was good at making good music is what I wanna say...

[@johnsnider6384]

It's all pipes Jerry

[@ND-9]

😂

[@StormTrooper1895]

Pleasee react to : NOAH HENDERSEN- ROUND HERE (counting crows cover) !!

[@louismonot3983]

You really should react to Mk.gee, which played in Dijon band. Maybe react to Dream Police live. He’s the best

[@chadliampolley6991]

Nice hair flip, bud. :)

[@phillipjames9003]

Prince is a genius. Duh but it’s insane.

[@darengraves1717]

Cool video,check out “shhh” from the same concert🎸🎸🎸🔥

[@muhammadshahril5271]

@Guitargate can you do "aku skandal by hujan" pls...

[@tuppsmith6415]

Let’s get back to Portishead!

[@colehambright2548]

Hey man just found your channel and I love the reaction videos like this. Could you react to The Doo’s Omegle videos and also taj farrant? I think you will find both of them very interesting

[@paulsyeager]

You say a II chord at 1:56, but I think you mean a III.

[@hippsgary]

He did. He misspoke a couple of times but corrected it. However, that *is* a B major they play and Michael is playing the expected minor. Later on I think he catches himself because by 7:30 he starts playing it major. I, III, IV, iv.

[@zizoumonk10]

Worth noting is how Prince modified the lyrics and never sang the word Creep...there was already a long back and forth copyright thing when this first appeared an youtube and it was resolved so it's here to stay

[@bluesky6408]

Although....now I'm wondering about the three chord in this version.....

[@sampson3121]

The band fixed it lol

[@chinaski2020]

It’s a 3 major surely..

[@GuyLuchenbill]

Have to play... accCHORDingly 😂

[@juantwo3]

Michael please do a video on Richie Sambora playing AND singing “I’ll be there for you” which he wrote! Richie deserves a breakdown video, many are aware of the great guitar player that he is but many may not realize what a talented singer he is! Please do this!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6rYo56derxjfq8si=l1oHMkCjw0IJmkZi

[@swhite6]

You should react to the guy who crushed it on the Kill Tony podcast last week, Connor Loughran. Just a random guy crushing it in front of the #1 live podcast in the world, he made the moment his

[@jayelliott8549]

If you’ve become a Radiohead fan within the past year, how is your depression going ? You ok man ? I say this kinda joking kinda serious. Love Radiohead but man seems like they’re all I listened to when I was super down years ago. Thank you for all the awesome content btw man. My girlfriend and I found your channel a few years ago and you are who introduced us to Marcus King and the way you did gave us an even greater appreciation for his music. So thank you, you’re awesome, and we appreciate you tremendously sir. 🤙🏼

[@darinkeesing2603]

I kind of hate this cover, and I love both Radiohead and Creep. He's playing the chord progression twice as fast as he's singing, so the melody and chords don't match.

[@budrixongardon7640]

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[@budrixongardon7640]

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[@joshisaacks1526]

I believe he did this performance to mock radiohead. But i may he mistaken.

[@macmclemore]

You are…

[@jameshannagan4256]

Why on earth would anyone think that? He just loved the song (a lot of people do) and it connects with a lot of people. It's certainly not Radiohead's favorite Radiohead song by a long shot. It's one of the most covered songs ever, and it's the lyrics more so than the song that so many people connect with.

[@macmclemore]

@@jameshannagan4256 He did say “But i may he mistaken”. That says a lot about @joshisaacks1526…

[@rumandbass]

You got Prince wrong.

[@michaelmontecristo4220]

Even The Greatest cant make this mediocre song exciting...

[@KayButtonJay]

I love Prince but this was kind of a boring cover tbh outside of the solo. Like compare his “emotion” behind the lyrics to that “Radiohead - Creep (Best Live Version)” video on KZbin. One makes me actually cry (i.e., Radiohead) the other doesn’t make me feel anything

[@travisschaffer9752]

Love prince. Love radiohead. But this sounded like a bad karaoke version of the song. 😢

[@mitchweiner]

I want to know Radiohead’s reaction! I was never a big fan of Prince but this is a mediocre cover!

[@geordie4339]

C;mon Michael - technical brilliant in places OK - but didn't you think it overly repetitive and drawn out?

[@dandiegidio7729]

This is just awful. This has to be celebrity worship. This is not good.

[@mattgee4867]

I didn't like any of this. He butchered the vocals and the guitar was well.. meh, even bad at times.

[@jada90]

prince sucks lol, this is so inferior to the original