Head Over Heels Bass Cover

[@jasonpawloski]

I thought this might be a redo of the Tears for Fears song that you did quite some time ago. That was actually how I "discovered" you. I specifically looked for bass covers of that song, and noticed this guy with all these weird masks in the background, and I read the description with the dryly humorous story of stopping to buy almonds. I related to that (without the almonds) as I had also never paid attention to the song, then one day I heard it on the radio and thought, "This is actually a really good song!" I slammed the like button and slapped subscribe, and the rest - as they say - is history!

[@hwinangkoso]

You slapp like and subscribe

[@TJH3113]

I remember that one! Thanks for reading and watching and taking the time to comment.

[@mdf1671]

ABBA Basslines are so classy. Well played, sir.

[@TJH3113]

Big truth! Thank you!

[@kevinlynch2248]

Thank you for this troy. Rutger is one of my all time favorite bassists as his bass lines are always a study in what it means to be the bridge between the rhythm and the melody.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks I'm glad you liked it. I totally agree with your assessment of Rutger.

[@miroslawdobiecki4660]

That’s a great description of a truly super bass player

[@kendallkralik1339]

This my three year old’s FAVORITE song. I’m new to bass but currently trying to learn it. Thank you for sharing! It’s helped me a lot!

[@TJH3113]

Very cool! You got this!

[@cidlopez]

Another good one by ABBA. They have some great melodies.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks. Definitely. That's what I love most about them.

[@darrenwiggins9957]

The 70's best decade for pop music ever.

[@johnkarniol7608]

Darren Wiggins Best decade for rock and roll also.

[@TJH3113]

Truth.

[@bloodyscalp94]

Man, every single time there's a song that I want to learn on the bass, without fail, you have always done a cover of it. I like the way you mix the bass into the music, just a bit louder than the original. It helps to hear it more when I'm trying to transcribe the whole song.

[@TJH3113]

That’s great to hear, I hope you find them helpful. That was always my intention, to mix my bass just slightly louder than the bass on the recording. I record everything live, so it’s an imprecise science. Some mixes turn out better than others. Thanks and take care.

[@jonathanchevallier7046]

Rutger Gunnarsson was a great bass player, with very good basslines. It wasn't as famous as he should be. Thank you for this cover, it was very pleasant.

[@TJH3113]

Definitely! I understand he went on to produce and record with some other big artists. Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.

[@MariaNickLambert]

I was actually searching for Head Over Heels (Tears for Fears) bass cover as I really like the bass in that song - but this came up in my search.... and it didn't dissapoint.... I've been a closet ABBA fan for years and the bass in a lot of their songs is very good I hadn't heard this song before bot it is trademark ABBA - thanks for sharing

[@TJH3113]

It's time to come out of the closet, Nick! There's no shame in the ABBA game - they've got some great songs. I'm glad you liked it.

[@nickavenoso7851]

The thing with ABBA’s music is that they sound like simple pop songs at first glance, but once you delve into them and you start breaking them down, they’re more complicated and complex that you realize. Benny is a master song and melody writer, imho and Bjorn’s lyrics just match so perfectly with his melodies. Rutger has quickly moved up on my list of bass player and has become one of my absolute favorites. His playing on all of the ABBA material is just masterful. Really great job with this cover! Hope you’re going doing ok and everything is well! Peace!

[@TJH3113]

Very well said. Thanks Nick!

[@nickavenoso7851]

@@TJH3113 I never realized how complicated the bass line was in Dancing Queen until I delved in and actually started breaking down and it was a lot harder than I realized. Rutger is such a great bass player. You do a great job on every cover you do, especially this one. I’ve been recently on ABBA, Bowie and Elton John kick for some reason.

[@PrithaRoy95]

I have seen this and tried playing along so many times! Many thanks!!!!! 🌻

[@TJH3113]

Awesome! Take care!

[@menom7]

Wow,You timed that sip of coffee,setting it down,then plucking that first-string,to RIGHT when that song starts!!! Lol. Perfecto!!! Also loved the replay at the end there!!! That's a very pretty looking bass too!!! Nice choice of bass&song My Friend!!! ;-)

[@TJH3113]

After dozens of play-throughs, you get a hang of these things. Thanks a lot, I'm very glad that you liked it.

[@geoffcartridge2079]

Now you know why people don't like slat blinds! I take them outside and pressure wash them. Then spray them with oil. I have never heard that ABBA song before. I am inspired to try. Glad to hear you are safe. Stay like that.

[@TJH3113]

Haha... I'd be afraid that the metal header would rust. Maybe some compressed air would work better? Thanks and take care.

[@wolf762x51]

I was thinking Go-Gos. Pleasantly surprised, though both are great tunes. Great cover as always.

[@matthewwalsh6795]

that's what I thought it was going to be as well

[@TJH3113]

Thanks.

[@Sam-dg2op]

Love it, glad you're healthy and feeling well Troy.

[@TJH3113]

I'm glad to hear that and thank you.

[@porteiromendes8466]

Thank you so so much for doing this track. It's an absolute gem in the ABBA catalogue, and you did it faithfully to Rutger's work! Glad to know you're doing ok in these difficult times, and also glad to know you appreciated my suggestion! All the best to you and to yours.

[@TJH3113]

It was my pleasure. I'm glad you liked it and thanks for the suggestion! Same to you!

[@DeeshBassChannel]

Fabulosity! Sounds great, another very fliud,melodic bassline from Rutger, beautifully rendered! The Visitors is my Favorite Abba album, great from start to finish. I think it was also their last.(?) This song has a very European feel, and ya gotta love the near-operatic vocals on the chorus. “And with no sense of hesitation she keeps falling....” 😀 Glad you’re well, nice that you were able to be tested, too. Take care!

[@TJH3113]

Thank you. Yes, Rutger doesn't venture too far off on this one, but it's still a great bass-line. Yes, and how she sings the nearly chromatic line along with the keyboards in the verse is amazing too. Thanks!

[@verazett4755]

Wow cool to hear! Clever bass line

[@TJH3113]

It is a great bass/keyboard line, isn't it? Thanks for watching.

[@verazett4755]

@@TJH3113 it´s magic!!!

[@dangerouscolors]

so happy to find this cover!!!! i love this song so much and i especially love its bassline!! theres some details to the performance that my ears actually didnt pick up on in the original track, thanks a bunch for this!!! superb cover

[@TJH3113]

Me too! This one really took a lot of work. It's a bit disappointing that it didn't get all that much attention. The ABBA stuff is some of my personal favorites. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@RC32Smiths01]

First off, really happy to know you are well in terms of health. Hope work and life is well, and great Bass work!

[@TJH3113]

Thank you, me too! Thanks!

[@RC32Smiths01]

@@TJH3113 You are very welcome!

[@Dwarfloeter]

Enter this video thinking it was Alanis Morissette... Good surprise always good to hear some ABBA

[@TJH3113]

Close! "Head Over Feet"! Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.

[@ChrisWhalen00]

Definitely the most underrated ABBA song, as it came out after the height of their popularity, but honestly one of my favorites, and of course you nailed it! I've been on a huge ABBA kick lately and then I remembered you'd uploaded all these tracks, so guess what I've been watching all day?

[@TJH3113]

I don't think I'd ever heard it before I set out to learn it. Very cool song. I wish songs like this and "One of Us" had gotten more attention on my channel. Thanks and take care, Chris!

[@Vortigan07]

Wonderful!!

[@TJH3113]

Many thanks!

[@marvinewilliams8281]

Geddy Lee's book is so big, bold and beautiful and viceral. It is so heavy took. Tom has to se me up in a special place to read and enjoy all of the beauty of it. I love it and am so grateful to Tom for getting it for me. Then again , he knows how muuch I love the bass gutar. Ever heard of Leo Fender?????? HaHaHa!!!!! ;-)

[@TJH3113]

I really need to find some time to sit down with it. That's very nice of your son. Leo who? haha.

[@teeview5201]

Great sound and technique, as always. Your ABBA focus is much appreciated as I never purchased any of their albums or CDs, despite always liking to hear their tunes on the radio.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks for listening. I'm glad you liked it.

[@chriswalkerbass]

the best bass channel

[@TJH3113]

aw, thanks so much

[@shekainatomlinson]

this is superb! can i just say that you are my favorite bass player on youtube and your abba covers inspire me to be a better player as well. clicked the notification bell so that i am notified of your next upload. thanks for being an inspiration! :-) and hoping for more abba in the future!

[@TJH3113]

Aw, thank you so much for the very kind words Shekaina. That was very nice of you to say. Take care!

[@michellezechner7038]

Man, I saw a lot of your videos and I'm so so impressed, you have so much swing and talent... Besides that you make covers of my favorite songs and bands, from ABBA to Black Sabbath I love your work!!!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks for the kind words Michelle. Yeah, it's funny how both of those bands appeal to me as well... Light and Darkness? Thanks again and take care.

[@timphelan2873]

This song has a lot of harmic stuff going on, and unique chord progressions. Nice job!

[@TJH3113]

Definitely! Thanks.

[@chrisstavridis6355]

I'm glad for you. What a relief to get the negative result. I too have my playlists that keep me company as I pick away at my to-do lists. Stay safe and thank you.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks. You too!

[@jasonlangan8122]

Not a favorite, the song, not the cover. Still watched the entire video and gave it a like to support Troy. One of my favorite youtube pages. Glad you were negative, keep the videos coming!

[@TJH3113]

Fair enough! Thanks a lot.!

[@edoardovergerio5168]

great song

[@TJH3113]

It is, isn't it?

[@sjfalcon2001]

When I saw the headline, I was thinking Tears for Fears, so I was surprised to see ABBA. Tears for Fears has a decent bass line too, so then I went to see if you had covered it before and sure enough you covered it 8 years ago. And expertly in both cases by the way. I'm glad you are well!

[@jasonpawloski]

He's already done the Tears for Fears one!

[@sjfalcon2001]

@@jasonpawloski I know. That's why I said I checked his playlist before posting.

[@jasonpawloski]

@@sjfalcon2001 Sorry I somehow missed that.

[@sjfalcon2001]

@@jasonpawloski It's all good! Troy has so many covers I always check before suggesting anything!

[@TJH3113]

You are the first of a few people who though the same thing. Thanks!

[@Tracer9GTRider8]

Great cover as usual! Glad you tested negative! I was tested Monday. Still waiting for results. I flew 38 flight segments between 1/5 and 3/11. That's a lot of time in airports & planes! Since early March I've had sinus issues (runny nose), recurring headaches, and recurring sore throat. Not normal for me at all.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks. Yeah, I thought I would, but had to be safe. I hope you get favorable results as well. I actually think I may have had it back in January/March. It was the worst cold I've ever had and, instead of 2 or 3 days, lasted for over 6 weeks.

[@Tracer9GTRider8]

@@TJH3113 Thank you! I just got my results today. Negative, but I was told by my doctor that there are false negatives so still kinda in limbo 🙃

[@TJH3113]

Great to hear. When I got my test, the nurse told me that they were starting to do the test for the antibodies earlier this week. I'd be interested in seeing those results.

[@Tracer9GTRider8]

@@TJH3113 They're starting those here as well and I think I want to get in on that also. Stay safe & keep bassin' my friend...I want to be seeing your videos for a looooooooooong time!

[@thathawaiiandude787]

I just love watching your vids. Because it has helped me get what some may call small tips to long time bass players... but for me it’s HUGE. Thank you for taking the time to share your vids. I was hoping if you could one day do “Personally” by Karla Bonoff. There’s a few techniques I can’t catch. I tried watching her (only) video on it trying to catch the bass player on there. To no avail. And there is nothing online I could find to learn it. I’d really appreciate it! Thank you, stay safe and Aloha🤙🏾

[@TJH3113]

That's great to hear and I'm glad you are finding some value in the videos. I'll check it out. Thanks for the suggestion. Take care!

[@thathawaiiandude787]

TJH3113 Mahalo Troy! Much appreciated. Take care and stay safe, brother! Aloha

[@virgomonkey68]

Top stuff 🧛‍♂️

[@TJH3113]

Thanks

[@mateorincon3448]

Amazing performance as always! You should do a cover of Voulez-Vous, love the bassline on that one too!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks. I'll check it out!

[@CindyDC]

❤️

[@TJH3113]

Thanks Cindy.

[@johnkarniol7608]

🤫 Don’t tell anyone, but I happen to be a closet ABBA fan. Reminds me of childhood.

[@TJH3113]

Your secret is safe with me.

[@back2sqr13]

What's wrong with being an ABBA fan? I'm a full metalhead, but I rank ABBA higher than Beatles as the most important pop/rock band in the music history. ABBA is actually very neoclassical if you listen carefully, as is the case with metal.

[@alastairdallas]

I especially enjoy the "a Capella" version at the end.

[@TJH3113]

I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@ImaginaryEvil]

I'd really love to see you cover Should I Laugh Or Cry by ABBA, I think it might also be from The Visitors album!

[@TJH3113]

I’ll check it out. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@neiltoatasi6892]

Nice how u tune yr bass buddy nice cover 👌

[@TJH3113]

Thanks Neil

[@jaapjandeback5809]

I love this ABBA song. Good job again!! Now Under Attack from the same era or even Album, please... I miss just one thing in ABBA. It's all very clever and I love a lot of their songs, but it often lacks emotion. It is pop music and no more. Name of the game and Knowing, Knowing you are my favorites, because they go a bit deeper. Don't know about their bass parts....

[@jaapjandeback5809]

Im sorry, Under Attack is not really a "bass song".. I like the singing in the chorus .

[@TJH3113]

I liked it as well. I'll have to check that one out. There's nothing wrong with a great pop song.

[@rafaelcattabriga2124]

I LOVE YOUUUUUUUUUUU

[@TJH3113]

I love you tooooooo

[@marvinewilliams8281]

Oh my Troy, this is thrilling. I heard an extra sound in there. I don't know what it is called. Do you have a jazz guitar? Let me know if you heard what Geddy Lee said about how he got his name. So precious. Troy, you must have endless energy. How in the world did you get so much accomplihed????? I love those blinds. I noticed them over two years ago. Your house looks elegant. What are the cats up to these days? Take care. Love, to your mom and Lynn. Marvine

[@TJH3113]

Thanks Marvine. No extra sound that I can think of. No, I do not have a Jazz "guitar", but perhaps you mean a Jazz "bass"? Then yes, I have two of those. Nothing as old or collectible as anything Geddy has though. In fact, both of mine are Geddy Lee Signature Models. With all the other basses, it's been quite a while since I've played them. I'm sure I'll make it back around to them at some point. Yes, I've heard the story of how "Gary" got his name. I'm extraordinarily low energy. I just didn't want to feel guilty for being out of work and the only way to do that was to actually do some "work" at home. Thank you. The house is simple and we try our best to keep it nice. With no children, we're pretty easy on it. We've been in it 16 years now. The cats are all good. Simon, the basement cat, passed away the Friday before last and that was a bit sad. He was 17 and had a very rough start in life. You too. I'll tell them. Take care.

[@marvinewilliams8281]

@@TJH3113 I can see you guys do take good care of it/ Are you guys near the water?

[@alejopeth]

I do cleaning with ABBA and Ghost too, if you like swedish bands, i recommend you to have a look at Opeth, you should listen a tune called Ending Credits, awesome bass line there, amazing playing as always mr, cheers.

[@TJH3113]

I recently added a little Deep Purple, some Poe, and a Men at Work song to my playlist. Thanks for the suggestion, I will check it out. Take care!

[@macieklewandowski9312]

You should definitely try "One night in Bangkok" from Chess. One of Rutger's finest basslines, I'd say!

[@TJH3113]

Wow, I'll have to check that out. Did not know that Rutger played on that one, but I'm a little familiar with the song because it was sung by Murray Head who I know very well from the original Jesus Christ Superstar concept album.

[@lazydog1964]

I also was ready for Tear for fears. lol

[@TJH3113]

You're in good company.

[@luciano61404]

D+!

[@TJH3113]

I guess I'll see you in Summer School.

[@joshuahindy1297]

Could you do "On the Silent Wings of Freedom" by Yes. The bass is so cool. I'm trying to learn it, but I can't figure it out or find tabs.

[@TJH3113]

I'll check it out.

[@mnyman1965]

Haha!! Nice!! I thought I was gonna hear a Tears For Fears song!!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks. I actually learned that there are quite a few songs with the same name.

[@Claude_van]

I like you bass playing very much! Could you play the bass of ABBA „Should I Laugh Or Cry“? There is no bass cover of that one on the internet I think. I like Rutgerˋs bass on that one.

[@TJH3113]

That's great to hear. Thank you very much. I will check it out. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@sgtcole69]

What do you use to learn new songs?

[@TJH3113]

My ears and my memory.

[@bubblesvampire7575]

You're going to have to start cataloging your "Head Over Heels" videos! :P ABBA, Tears for Fears... I thought GoGo's as you've done Our Lips Are Sealed by them... If only Rush had a song "Head Over Heels." ;)

[@TJH3113]

I think you are right. Didn’t Rush have that one, “Headlong Flight (Over Heels)”?

[@bubblesvampire7575]

@@TJH3113 Now you're trying too hard.

[@xy5611]

Hey thanks for videos. i really like your technique can you share some exercise videos

[@TJH3113]

My pleasure. I'll give it some thought, though I don't in anyway, consider myself teacher or instructor.

[@xaviersimpson9843]

Can you please do a cover of Bad Case Of Loving You by Robert Palmer

[@TJH3113]

I'll check it out.

[@listofromantics]

I'll parrot others by saying I thought this was the Tears for Fears "Head Over Heals." I had no idea ABBA had a similarly titled track.

[@TJH3113]

No Go-Go's? Yes, Alanis Morissette came close too, with "Head Over Feet"

[@russianbear6384]

Got excited for tears for fears

[@TJH3113]

Join the club.

[@GutoHard21]

is it convenient for you to hold your right hand?

[@TJH3113]

I don't even really think about it. What I'm doing by raising my arm like that is keeping my wrist in more of a natural playing position.

[@meanmrmusician9469]

You think you could give "Shout It Out Loud" or "Black Diamond" a try?

[@TJH3113]

I'll think about it.

[@markchip1]

Suggestion - New York Shuffle, Graham Parker & the Rumour.

[@TJH3113]

I'll check it out. Thanks.

[@keith1r]

Saw the title and thought it was the Go Go’s song of the same title

[@TJH3113]

It wasn't Tears For Fears either.

[@keith1r]

Do Sir Duke

[@TJH3113]

I did that one a while back.

[@ethanbruley8858]

You could metal out and do a cover of B.Y.O.B by system of a down

[@TJH3113]

I'll check it out, but it might be a bit heavy for me.