How To Make A Song Like The Weeknd (Blinding Lights, In Your Eyes, Faith) | Make Pop Music

Hey guys! This video has been highly requested so today Austin's showing you how to make a song like The Weeknd!
Preview 0:00
Intro 0:26
What Sounds To Use 1:30
Find The Drum Groove 2:25
Lay Down a Bassline 6:45
Add Keybeds 8:29 (Add Keys)
Expand The Keys 10:23
Synth Leads 12:48
Verse Bass and Keys 15:12
Add Layers to Chorus 21:20
Drum Fills and Risers 22:54
Make An Intro 25:14
Breakdown of Vocal Arrangement 27:30 (Vocal Mix and Arrangement)
Vocal Mix 27:52
Vocal Sends and FX 30:02
Final Song Playthrough 35:10
Outro 37:01
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Possibly the most underrated music production channel on KZbin

[@dedfjjfdjk]

No absolute doubt about it

[@clemensh.4121]

Defintely, just came accross by chance and regret I haven‘t found long before

[@carhartcarl1116]

Deff he is a pop god

[@MariooDisco]

Agreed :)

[@redautumn5441]

Easily

[@theofficialjosh_xo]

This needs to be a full song 🔥

[@gless5537]

Agree 100%

[@itskvde]

I bought it and released it! Changed the title to “Numb The Pain”

[@NoIns27]

@@itskvde please release the austin version too!!

[@dronekoll8062]

@@itskvde What was the name originally?

[@kylebrandon2009]

Definitely should release the full song. This is the CLOSEST I've seen someone try to duplicate The Weeknd. That was pretty good man! Well done

[@Teddymav]

I was a recording artist in the 90s and worked with a lot of different producers. You sir are a Master at work.

[@Andrew-kb4xh]

No, you weren't and you didn't

[@Teddymav]

@@Andrew-kb4xh umm yes I was buddy. Relativity Records - then owned by Sony signed the same time as Common Sense who you now know as Common, and Chi Ali - my single made the billboard club charts - was number 1 song on the west coast club charts for three weeks - opened for Snap throughout their US tour. Label dropped me after one year - locked my album up - never got released.

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@@Teddymav Did you have to move to LA or anything

[@Teddymav]

@@raizereaper4697 Nah just stayed in NY. It was an epicenter for rap music back in the day. Got to regularly chill with Red Alert and Biz Markie - met a lot of unsigned rappers before they got signed - Fat Joe, Pun, once had a freestyle battle against ODB before Wutang blew up at the Kiss FM lobby. He gave me a first edition white label copy of protect your neck with a sharpie drawing of the wutang logo on it - two years before they got on mainstream radio. Did a few promos for Red who played my promos ever show as he was trying to help us stay relevant “Red Alert is a Bum” etc but at that point my group broke up and I focused on my education and a career.

[@JayK07]

@@Teddymav e veryone has their path that works for them

[@AriCohenMusic]

Austin casually making a song that I would mistake for a top 40 track that I havent heard yet. Nbd. Absolute legend.

[@imaesthetic9196]

Omg. As a beginner I'm mindblown by all the layering, sound design and options presented. His songs sounds so easy to make but when I try I get stuck. This tutorial was helpful. I Love the song.

[@jrmartins92]

This is the best channel about music production in the world! Thanks, Austin!

[@jonaferrari98]

agree

[@michaelbiber]

Agree !!!

[@SwishMajor]

*Coughs* BusyWorksBeats *Coughs*

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[@zephyr8037]

Yeah just wish he used Fl DAW but its sick

[@MasterKnutA]

This is insane. Never seen anyone make music this way. I have produced for 11 years, and you're just on a different level. So inspiring. I just started singing on my own tracks, but never paid really attention to vocal processing. Your in-depth explanation, was exactly what I needed to hear

[@CharlieRuh]

honestly Austin is the best. i cant imagine this guy thinking: - i wanna show my skills to the world, everyone can be a better producer. heart of gold.

[@BongoFM]

Bro imagine the weeknd on this beat like actually

[@MakePopMusic]

i wishhhhh

[@ntstudio28]

Austin is amazing! I love how he is able to sing in so many styles!! Well done Austin!! Weeknd aint got nothin on you lol

[@FreeComputerTutor]

Me: 20 takes to get a lousy bassline Austin: 1 take to get a fire bassline

[@MakePopMusic]

Movie magic baby. Sometimes it does take 20. Sometimes it takes 1. This time I think it took 2.

[@AriWoah]

Your balance between creativity and workflow is amazing. You never get in your own way. Thank you for this video. I love seeing peoples thought process when they write. Especially from someone like you that can also explain it!!!

[@mrsoso5500]

You made this look so simple omg. I always get stuck but I love how you maximize your equipment and get the best out of it. Great stuff

[@Peter-gu9ph]

Wow you have incredible talent - as a songwriter, producer and vocalist! You have not only completely nailed The Weeknd's style, you've also created a great song that stands on its own merits.

[@theholographicempire2550]

I've been watching this video since it came out. Referring to it. Finally got tired and just spent 4 hours watching and drawing out around 20 pages of notes. In the process I came up with a great way to notate all my future work going forward, this is awesome work, sir.

[@jlmats5389]

Dude....didn't expect that shout in the intro...gave me goosebumps man🖤so hyped right now

[@ahmedahmadyar]

Is no one gonna say anything about how freaking good the song is?!

[@glasfactor]

Top 50! in the First 10 easy All the way!

[@C-5Arts]

This one video is so packed full of helpful tips and ideas. Thanks, Austin! You sound incredible and this track is really great! You’ve inspired me to really up my game. Thank you!

[@BenjaminAlan]

Austin, just coming on here to say thank you because most of what I've learned about producing over the past few years has been from your videos, and I wouldn't have known as much as I do now without them, so thank you

[@Ruffrufus]

Dude I'm so glad I found your channel. I've been at this songwriting and music production for a while, and still I'm learning how to perfect the craft. I've learned a lot just from this one video, thanks bro.

[@natashanorton2912]

This is so dope. Defo needs to be a released full song!! Love it !! So talented xx

[@gabriellagenz]

Awesome. I love this channel so much. I’ve been getting really into music production lately and these tutorials have been so helpful to me. Keep up the great work 💕

[@gtavo.studios]

When it comes to pop music production and anything related, I don't have to search any further than right here. Thank you so much for sharing your talent and knowledge with the world Austin. You are amazing!!

[@southtyrolbeats9462]

Austin, you are a production god! I'm speechless everytime I watch your videos. Thank you!

[@JamesJohnAgar]

He makes it look so easy, could watch all these videos all day. Great for learning music production and one of the best channels to watch. How about looking at some old school pop from when Brittney Spears, Taylor Swift, Christina first come on the scene and also some British artists such as Sam Smith, Craig David, Olly Murs as some examples.

[@theicefactor]

Holy cow man, this is absolutely incredible! You are super fluent in Serum, the song is outstanding, and I was in disbelief by the amazing vocals, you are a true talent man, I’m glad I came across your channel, keep at it! Only thing I wish is it was in ProTools or Logic, but regardless the layering and concepts are the same no matter the DAW. I’ve never heard of Serum before. But you got it down!

[@imlskr]

Austin I swear, since I've started watching your videos, everything in my music production is better, you guys do an incredible amount of work for the producers all over the world (I'm in France!) thank you so much!

[@JimmyCooperAustralia]

Mind blown. Thanks man. This is exactly what I needed to see. Subscribed about 2 minutes in. Great song btw. Whatever you're doing, I hope they're paying you well.

[@drey1328]

I found your channel like two days ago and you are all I’ve been watching love the vids man pls keep it up you’ve helped my production so much already

[@imclueless9875]

mannn this song is a BOP, man could literally be a huge star with the tunes alone

[@MrGibo2000]

Ive been subscribed to this channel for a really long time, and I am always astounded at the talent that this Guy shows at such a young age. His attention to detail is Mindblowing. Well done Austin. I'm a Fan for life. You will never know how much this old Dude has learn't from you. Thanks so much. P. S. You have to release this Song.

[@kurtchism7278]

This is legit amazing! I honestly just enjoyed watching your process.

[@ospinadigital]

Holy Shit! I just got inspired again man. Seriously! been on a long hiatus, this may have done it for me to go back in. Thank you!

[@Raulisai]

BRO I need the full version 🤯🔥🔥🔥❤

[@so_1510]

Yes pleaaaaase !!!!!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@DanielSalazar-nf4kr]

Amazing video!!!! All the parallel processing you did for the vocals are gems!!!

[@marchormann3858]

Man, i always love to watch you producing Pop Music. This is definitely the best channel for that specific kind of music out there on youtube!

[@MariooDisco]

Really good video! And the song is brilliant

[@audiomaximo]

What version is that cubase or nuendo

[@dudleydooright]

@@audiomaximo Cubase Pro 10

[@dudleydooright]

@Jimmy Dante Nope.. nobody cares. Musicians typically don't spend time trying to cheat and steal.

[@MrGibo2000]

@Jimmy Dante, no we dont care about your Crap.

[@SladjanSindjelic]

This is brutal. Please release full track. Master at work creating masterpiece.

[@jericho989]

AMAZING WORK ! Making it look super simple ( which it is ) but for producers who tend to overcomplicate everything this is an amazing video to watch ! Super legit and super clean ! The fact that it's on cubase is a bonus for me aswell ! Thanks for this !

[@GlenKirkhamMusic]

It's 2:30am and I've got work tomorrow.... I.... I mean I just can't stop watching these videos... What a gift you are to the world of music dude. Really appreciate your talent and work ethic Austin 👍

[@FB33021]

I don’t even make pop music, i’m from the hiphop music world. But this was so inspirational and entertaining so watch. Good job man!🔥🔥

[@enriquesd69]

Damn, the final track stuck in my mind for days and I really want the full version of it.

[@itskvde]

I bought this song and released it as “Numb The Pain” Check it out! 🤘🏼

[@vestarecords3882]

@@itskvde sorry man but its very thin compared to this version

[@alexschmidt4794]

@@vestarecords3882 I need to confirm that. kvde did a good job but Austins version has much more power, it's simply FAT. I wonder why kvde didn't manage it like that.

[@PixelZoft]

Austin, Austin, Austin. YESSS! This is insanely good. You are a superstar!! I cannot believe how good this is. I am in complete awe. Wish you all the best. Thanks

[@randydaboss1097]

This is dope as hell 🔥👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 I’m jealous how quickly you were able to put this all together so quickly. This would take me days 😫

[@barryzito5721]

Dude is SO talented. The arrangement/melody/sound design chops are incredible.

[@heinrichsmit2]

Man Austin, you've got amazing energy brother!

[@MakePopMusic]

Thanks! Feeling really good lately!

[@Zejnex]

I just wanna say I really enjoyed this, best narration, straight to the point, zero bullsh*t, very well paced for such a long video, time flew so quickly and the end result is just unreal, got my sub bro. Really good work! 🙇‍♂️

[@Zejnex]

Also why dont you release this song in full? I'd actually love to listen to it 👀👄👀

[@kiaorionmusic2520]

bro. you make this look so easy. i'm so into this, thank you for showing the process!

[@jedsanchez3650]

Can you release the full track please it’s so frickin good

[@MalcolmCrabbe]

All this went totally over my head... but wow, love the final result !

[@keegan6298]

Haha same here mate

[@jelly8594]

Your passion and energy is infectious!👌🎶🎶🎶

[@ksaintartwork6577]

I am still mad that you did not release this song. It is a hit! I cannot stop learning from this video. Thanks again bro!

[@marianosax]

You should finish this song and release it bro! It was amazing!

[@therantingboy]

Dude your top line skills are insane. Every track you do in these tutorials is a bloody hit. Just checking your website out too. So good. Glad to have discovered you.

[@faber3483]

I'm completely blown away. You are amazing!

[@xeztan]

You’re insanely talented man, this was brilliant, I wish you would release a full version of it!

[@parttime_jesus]

Man, this is the most densely packed NASA-style nutritious tutorial I've ever seen, well done!

[@alisonmaher742]

I absolutely love that you created such an awesome tune. I really want to be able to create music just like this. The Weeknd is my favourite artist 💖

[@PIRKSTINS]

This is absolutely amazing! Thanks for the great walkthrough!

[@kaiserbach1231]

Epic tutorial. The vocals and basses are the most important parts for this production. Amazing explanation.

[@GuiNeris]

oh gosh, this is A M A Z I N G!!!! i'm obsessed

[@StudioRF]

How is this not an actual song??? Dude, release this, it belongs on the radio!

[@AyushPhukan]

I can’t describe how much these videos have helped me. Thanks a ton Austin!

[@ciganaromungra]

I love that you show your entire process- thank you

[@vlnxotwod9185]

I'M LITERALLY OBSESSED WITH THIS! IT SOUNDS SO GOOD, THERE'S ANY WAY TO GET THE INSTRUMENTAL??

[@nimrod7785]

Weeknd should copy you. Thats an amazing song, release it man.

[@MakePopMusic]

Omg thank you so much 😁

[@lifeofjay8753]

@@MakePopMusic he is serious! Im blown away that you HAVENT?

[@akhmedovvd]

@@MakePopMusic Can you arrengment to look like Modern Talking 80 ?

[@estherls1077]

Weeknd is weeknd bro that’s disrespectful listen to trilogy and stop deating riding

[@franzurita8146]

You are the GOAT, top my favourite youtube channels. Tk so much bro!

[@shauryakapoor7090]

Mind. Blown. Thank you so much for this! Love this channel.

[@camprey]

Alrighty then, this is fire. Never clicked the subscribe button so fast before

[@AdamDaxton]

MAN , I WANTED TO SEE HOW YOU RECORDED THE VOCALS TO UNDERSTAND THE PROCESS OF HOW IT WAS VS HOW IT SHOULD TURN TO , if you can SHOW SOMEHOW PLEAAAASE !

[@johnp4100]

That was amazing! First time watching your channel. I have very little idea of what everything does in your programs/plug ins, but it's amazing to see great stuff being built from nothing but a idea or feeling.

[@goldblatalex7516]

Truly amazing production video . thank you very much and the song is a blast!!

[@LindstrandMusic]

This is so great. I want the full song in my playlist.

[@itskvde]

I bought it and released it! Numb The Pain is out on all platforms!

[@arsenysatin]

@@itskvdecool result man! that's sick! could you tell me please how much did you pay for this track? and how much did you pay for mixing?

[@scottt9382]

32:05 ;) After layering 20 plug-ins for vocal: "That's pretty much it." ;). Sounds great! I would love to see a video on producing vocals!

[@MakePopMusic]

We have quite a few 😁

[@gustaflembre4191]

One of the best videos I've seen in a while dude, thank you!

[@notsmelliott]

Love the videos! Very informative and it is great to see your process!!!

[@SamSilk]

There are insane things to be done with U-he Diva on this kind of beats.

[@florentmagere3782]

Diva is THE beast

[@gforz3227]

Austin, You should finish this song and release it as a single

[@owenerz1]

Great video bro. I love your efficient workflow and the decisive choices you make. Thanks for sharing. Loads of nuggets to take from in there.

[@kirtonk]

Great vid. Very cool to see the process. Love your voice and the production. Thanks!

[@sakoviec]

stay hydrated kids!

[@MakePopMusic]

that's the key to success

[@danieldeclercq8760]

This guy is INSANE, makes me feel so bad 😭😂

[@AlexEscalante]

This is amazing video. I loved the sound, and the agility to build the song… Thank you!

[@williamhealy6381]

best tutorial I've seen so far, not only does he explain what he's doing but it's also a bop

[@regorajczi]

That’s the exact type of music i want to write!! Thank you for this! What’s your opinion about daws? Logic would still do in this style or your advice is using cubase?

[@Lhurgoyf2Kyu]

You can use anything you want for this style of music. All DAWs have these kind of stuff built in, minus some of the specific effects.

[@regorajczi]

@@Lhurgoyf2Kyu thank you very much, sorry for the late answer. If you will, I'm still deciding over these two :D I'm willing to go with Logic but am a worried of the VST plugins that they will not be able to integrated into Logic. What are these with AU and VST?

[@Lhurgoyf2Kyu]

@@regorajczi AU and VST is sort of the same thing. However, AU is specifically for the Mac OS platform. So Logic can use both vst and AU, while cubase can only use vst if you have a Mac.

[@regorajczi]

@@Lhurgoyf2Kyu ty again. However I read that Logic can only use AU. I have a mac yes. I'm curious about your personal opinion. Which one is better at songwriting/audio editing and mixing?

[@luigifranco5717]

When you will release this song ?

[@CervenkaMusic]

How come I never heard of this channel? That's really professional, I love it! 😍

[@PathPMusic]

OMFG is this joint out?? This is fire. Awesome groove. Awesome work and it was so great to see this breakdown. I'm going to invest in Serum, and clearly start investing in more hard drive space lol.

[@thecrack1097]

i don't understnd why this isn't on Spotify

[@nickollasleal4605]

FODA DEMAIS, FANTÁSTICO!!! 👌👏😜

[@patbreacadh]

OMG amazing vocals (the arrangement is killer too)! 🔥🙏🔥

[@Mr.AbuAli]

This is kind of channel that I'm looking for! You deserve millions subscriber man.

[@mayankdrums]

Austin just destroyed the whole music industry. I am sure they took more time to edit this video than Austin took to write, compose and produce this possible Grammy nominated piece.

[@brto]

The Most shining cheeks on KZbin ever 😂 love what your doing

[@MakePopMusic]

☺️

[@isasecret]

This is the perfect channel to start my pop production career thanks for educating us new to this style of music

[@musicdragon8178]

Love your detail ！ thanks for sharing

[@the_ev_music]

The weeknd is you?

[@antianrose]

are you Madeon's cousin?

[@KennyCrespo05]

Que hace el Antian xD

[@agustinchaparro6602]

So good! Thanks bro. Been struggling to finish my ideas as a singer songwriter with just guitar and voice. You helped a lot!

[@marionagy1]

JUST WOW. Top shelf production.