Most of your Beats are Probably Trash 🗑️

[@BADAZZYOUNGIN]

This is true. Recently I sent over a beat to a artist that I work with closely. He said "this beat is cool, but I like the other one you sent me better". I was like okay cool. Passed the beat on to 5 other artists and 4 of them liked it and wanted to use it. Music is subjective. Not everybody is gonna like your stuff. Gotta keep on pushing though.

[@wireroom7939]

Agree badazz... 👍😎

[@BADAZZYOUNGIN]

Funny thing is.. the same artist that turned down the beat. Called me back a week later and wanted to use it. I told him "too late fam". 🙃

[@scarvello]

@@BADAZZYOUNGIN😂 why am I not surprised by this

[@gsmith11172]

I remember being in meeting with Chad Elliott bringing two songwriters to present songs. He told us this “I’m a producer I make a hundred beats and ten would be hot and one would get placed.” So I get it. You are teaching real shit.

[@BoloDaProducer]

Thanks!

[@MrDJSilenze]

The 100/10 rule...100 asks only gets on average 10 "yes's". 10% 👍🏾

[@3rdupmusic41o]

How do I get stars like you to notice lil old me 😂

[@tmgtrapmobgodz]

I learned this from my musical teacher and my uncle's said " a true creator will always be harder on thier self first".... competing with your self is the best teacher.

[@3rdupmusic41o]

Those is big facts

[@smurfonthetrack9085]

When I started when alot of industry producers said my beats are trash I used their critique to evolve my beats I love when the artist is honest it helps with making solid beats

[@BoloDaProducer]

True!

[@3rdupmusic41o]

Yessir

[@lokey69]

One man’s trash…another man’s treasure!

[@GranFinale]

It's perfectly natural to love everything you make and think it's 🔥. Just be mature enough to accept the response of what listeners actually think of them.

[@malfoGaming]

I feel like we all have an ego that tells us we made something great. But the real point is what you bring up that music is subjective. So if it’s subjective to everyone, something you like a lot will be complete trash to someone else. I think the idea is to just keep creating as a producer and experiment. Make as much content as you can even if it’s wack lol cause you never know who’s going to pick up that track anyway! My thoughts on this topic.

[@BEASTBEATS700]

Ha bruh real talk

[@TheTonyTitan]

Literally had a guy pick a trash bag mix for a project he's doing yesterday

[@MultI-Beats]

"no matter who you are, you got a pack of DUDS" this is the realest shit I ever read. Every beat ain't hot! You gotta understand it takes makes several beats to find that one that slaps! Music is not meant to be easy to create. Keep pushing is the biggest take away from this & also be humble. You never stop learning! One day off can make you rusty! Whoever you are, keep making music! Sometimes greatness comes from persistence

[@3rdupmusic41o]

Yea I got a lot of duds yungmedicinal41o 😂

[@sxrgwrld]

Thanks Bolo...I honestly needed to hear this from someone like you. I've been recently rethinking a goal that I have of getting to a point where everything I make is fire. But honestly even superproducers like Pharrell probably are still making trash ideas every day. We only hear the ones that are good, so it just feels like they make fire all the time. I think you just have to make sure you just create consistently, stay curious, experiment, learn, and good music will come. But the bad beats will probably never go away no matter how good you get

[@3rdupmusic41o]

Your icy tho

[@djsmoothc39able]

Facts I’ve been through this faze but it’s nothing wrong with recognize your flaws Fam great inspirational material

[@BoloDaProducer]

True!

[@camdonhill]

Some of my beats are absolutely booty juice. 😂 But sometimes those are my favorite, because I might’ve picked up a new technique on that session that I can apply to a good one later. No losses, just lessons.

[@stephencrump9265]

This is big facts bro

[@BoloDaProducer]

Yep, those are usually the ones that will prepare you for the next beat 💪🏾

[@melchisedekj]

where can i find you music?

[@drebone1986]

Of course I think I make the hardest beats ever....but then I remember that no one has bought a single beat yet or that I barely get feedback for most of them and it's very sobering 🤣🤣🤣

[@oaliel8122]

You on point B!!!!! Sometimes it’s always the beat you think is the best one you have that nobody is feeling. Then they hear something else that you wouldn’t even consider and they’ll be like “let me get that one“. Very very subjective!

[@oaliel8122]

I’m sure some of us in here has had a session where you made a beat “on the spot” and only just programmed a kick and a clap, then all of a sudden everybody jumping up and down like they just won the Super Bowl!? It’s so scary that you wonder what’s in the weed these cats are smoking these days!? Nowadays this generation of hip-hop especially in trap music, that’s all it takes. There are a lot of cheat codes out here that will help you get started on your production/beat making i.e. Nico’s Unison Midi Pack , Drum Monkey to name a few that requires little to no skill at all to come with something halfway decent. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not throwing shade at the two companies product, but it should be understood that it’s NEVER the gear, but the individual behind the gear. On that note, In the immortal words of Li Mu Bi,“Real skill requires no effort!“ Peace, Love and Wellness!

[@SquizbarDeAlienOfficial]

This video is 100% on point. Most producers can’t handle criticism

[@a-symfony6312]

I really, really, really, really, love and respect honest people!!!! See, contrary to what the world says, a person that will tell you the truth, the honest truth, is a person that has your best interest at hand. They don't won’t you walking around deceiving yourself or being deceived by others. They actually care about your growth. They not like everybody else telling you what you want to hear and babysitting your feelings. It's called tough love. And very few give it, and very few receive it. So thank you Mr. Bolo, your tough love is appreciated.

[@go2girlproductions149]

I feel same way i take way too long worrying about perfection bcuz i know the amount of pressure a producer has to stand out, stay consistent & get work.

[@hellosiiid2206]

Real talk man this needed to be said ✊

[@chefboirdee1544]

You know you got a Dud when you gotta go back to a beat you been made💯

[@vancenichols9490]

Honesty on the part of the listeners and humility of the producer goes a long way. Spot-on brother!!! Thanks!!

[@LeftyKeyz]

Agreed 💯 fam, to be honest, my entire channel a dud, this why I keep comments off lol. No ID is the only one I've ever heard with all bangers in one sitting.

[@BoloDaProducer]

I sure you got some heat 💪🏾

[@BobbyDidi]

100 percent facts!!!! As always. Most of my beats are trash too, but I still love experimenting.

[@detroitredofficial]

This is the most realistic approach to producing that I’ve heard in a long time. Adversity is key, learning and growing as a producer/writer/etc. is critical and graciously accepting feedback can only elevate your game. There’s a reason someone like Prince could have a VAULT of unreleased music, somewhere in the assessment of that music it was found to be trash!! I’ve made trash and I knew it was trash but it was practice… whether it was a drum pattern, style of melody, something. But I elevated from it, next beat improved and so on. We’re lucky to be in positions to create so much trash before getting to that one hot track!!

[@highdeff17]

We all have beats that we think trash and other people love them too lol I have a bunch of beats that I personally don’t really like, but the audience want me to keep playing it back. It’s a weird game, but you gotta keep moving. The more you understand this, the less stress you will have from a creativity and productivity standpoint

[@Phyclone]

Boss, you hit the nail on the head. I look back to the beats I made about 10 years ago, I was mad as hell people was telling me it was dope and now I hear how bad my kicks were distorted, snares and hats hella loud lmfao. Even now, I am def now doing a lot of experimental music testing out sounds and sound design and the process is so fun

[@3rdupmusic41o]

It's so fun and I really like making songs and rap n

[@celmbeats]

Making beats is like baseball. A .300 batting average can net you a HOF career.

[@therealizeproject]

I appreciate you and everything you've put out on your channel man, everything you've shared is real valuable stuff and you're super genuine.

[@algoriithmtheproducer]

Don't trip people, a lot will be trash. I produce, write, graphic design, cinematographer, and engineer...In all of these cases a lot comes out trash. Sometimes you just have to reboot and don't always expect to be perfect. I wrote a few e-books on my old websites about this topic. The reason I think is because although you're an "expert", creativity requires the use of imagination which can be affected by many factors. Every day won't be 100%. You'll have 30% days, 50%, etc. Beethoven didn't always make a classic, DaVinci didn't always paint a masterpiece. Just keep working and don't be discouraged. Not every team wins a superbowl. Stay focused and lock in!!! MOST IMPORTANTLY, enjoy yourself while doing it. JORDAN DOES NOT MAKE EVERY BASKETBALL BUT HES STILL A LEGEND!

[@Dot.Com..]

I definitely know I got some duds… it’s the part when you think you’ve made a breakthrough/some progression and then someone’s like “nah, that ain’t it”

[@Dot.Com..]

That don’t mean stop going though

[@Papagramz_]

This hit home because I came to this understanding looooong ago. My KZbin only hit 40 subs after a year lol…most of my shit just ain’t what people wanna hear but I keep goin. Real shit bolo

[@HomagesHiddenGems]

agree with this, it's definitely gotta be a balance though... I'm the guy that tends toward thinking everything is trash, and I get stuck in my head. Had multiple beats that I thought were trash became some of my favorite songs. Can't overthink it too much, just keep it moving either way.

[@BoloDaProducer]

Very true I’m still very critical of my beats to this day. But, I still force myself to put them out for people to hear 💪🏾

[@itsmrblack]

I like how you broke this down , I think in a similar way and just now coming out of the mindset of all my beats are my kids . The real focus is should be to always improve .

[@Liu_Baang]

Real talk man, I got more trash/mid beats than bangers. I found if it's leveled right and in key (including the kick) than it will be much more pleasant to listen to.

[@marquelamar]

sounds like the "law of averages". crazy how it applies to sales, and dating women. Persistence is key

[@J-T-Thomas]

It's a numbers game. We improve through practice, the more we practice, the less we love everything we make and be more objective. Putting time between when you listen back to beat or track matters too. Good topic Bolo, this is something we all need to think about.✌

[@WVandellHarris]

THIS is the REALEST thing I’ve read on this entire thread…. Very very true and also a great habit of pace, retrospect and study we should form. And this comment has NOTHING to do with constancy……. It’s about what YOU SAID !

[@Ibantar]

You talkin' 10,000% REAL KNOWLEDGE!!!!! We usually are our own worst enemy! Our ego can and does get in the way on many occasions. We just need to see where we missed the mark, make adjustments and keep it movin' til we get to the level we're aiming to reach!!! The saying about "blocking our blessings" is definitely TRUE!👊🏾

[@fatbelly3385]

I agree, I find myself wanting to trash most stuff I make. I hate it

[@jamescox1750]

Thanks Bolo for being real about producers, I'm trying to get myself started and I always watch your videos. Good wisdom, keep up the good topics. I have not heard any of your beats that was trash, so give yourself more credit than that even though I haven't heard all your stuff. Your drum kits are real good too.

[@510productions3]

For some reason Bolo’s videos are much more helpful than others

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[@caryweight728]

The funny thing about this is that I'll have some beats that I just know are fire and people will be like "that ain't it", but then I'll play something and get ready to delete and someone will be like "that's the one right there".

[@JRosevelt]

Definitely great advice and well said. I agree 100%. I feel like pushing the limits to creativity will cause an artist to step out of their comfort zone and experiment with sounds they aren't accustom to, which means a lot of it will be trash. Good news is, from the loads of trash and garbage always come a few gems like you said. Keep the great content up, btw that intro beat is insane! You produce that? 🔥🔥🔥

[@christopherlee9888]

You right brother, I got discouraged in the past. I was insecure in my skills and I didn't have the growth mindset, and I had a fragile ego. I'm coming back to the beat making seen with a new attitude 👊. Keep up the good work👊😏

[@BobbieJoel]

Nicely said! I think the experimental things are part of the process and contributes to the better tracks and your own signature at the end. I got a lot of trash between my beats, but just got started to show some to the world. 🙏

[@antediluvian99]

Never ‘trash’ bro. More like building material.

[@BobbieJoel]

@@antediluvian99 that's true! Sometimes I even use some older stuff I didn't used as inspiration for new beats

[@antediluvian99]

@@BobbieJoel That’s whatsup.

[@taylorstep8135]

play your beats for people who don't make beats that's how you learn to improve.

[@acsmusicproductions]

You speak the truth! I look back on the beats I thought was hard before and I can't even listen to them. I'd love to share with you a few of my latest beats I've done

[@leezydagod2507]

True blue shit Bolo. I've also seen many unknown producers get a-list clients and are dismissed by other known producers because they don't have a following online. Or even better, some producers lose confidence because said known producers tell them that their tracks aren't trendy enough. Like you said, it's all subjective and what you've been doing by going into detail and cohabitating with everyone is greatly appreciated .

[@QPe323]

one man’s trash …can be another man’s treasure.

[@livinproof718]

I end up throwing away potential and making some weak shit thinking it’s hot lol

[@madsongroove2929]

I knew a producer named Scotty Beats who submitted tracks to Puffy....the one track that was selected and made it on a 112 album was the song Funny Feelings. Scotty told me that track was an unfinished reference track.....used as is.

[@DJDigitalJosh]

TRASH = my son's favorite word right now. He'll be like, "Dad your retro video game's graphics are trash." and I'm like don't diss my games son & go take out the TRASH because I pay the bills.

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[@gaspergerm7424]

We're living in a time where boasting and rubbing your own ego is acceptable and cool. In my experience those people have trouble with accepting (constructive) criticism and call you a hater. There's always small results, but they tend to act like major things are coming for them if they just continue believing in themselves. Humble people come a long way cause they feel like they never did their best/enough, that's why they constantly improve and want to learn more and usually don't feel comfortable when they get compliments..

[@themayne6303]

There’s a realm where the Rappers & producers of this realm are taught to believe that everything they create is fire. They’re taught that you are gonna fail if you don’t think like that. If I make 30 beats, I personally might like only 5-10 of em. I have to be deadass honest with myself cause it helps me to get better.

[@beatkultr]

Bolo your alright with me bro. This was huge on your part. This puts you apart from the other people you mentioned lol. Like you say, everyone got them duds but not many people will admit it. I try keeping this same energy when I’m live on yt and will admit I didn’t like what I spent 5 hours making live in front of my viewers. You a real one bro!

[@element_producer8596]

every fail is one step closer to success. never think you arrived. keep trying to improve. and most important enjoy the music.

[@afelton]

True stuff Bolo. I would rather that someone tell me that my beats are trash than tell me that they are good just to make me feel good. Tell me the truth so that i can grow!!!

[@BackToTheBoomBap]

You're right, Bolo. Like every producer I have duds. But that doesn't mean I'm gonna get discouraged and quit if someone doesn't like some of them, and it doesn't mean I'm not dope. Thanks for making these videos where you just keep it 💯 about topics producers care about.

[@Dizzy808]

been making beats since 2009 and always had confidence in my beats even the ones i know weren't that great but mainly because i never was a type beat producer i started making beats for my self and beats i liked but i always knew every one wouldn't like my style because its very unique

[@bourne8636]

This is exactly how I produce, it’s usually a beat for me.

[@phakzonthebeat]

PREACH, he preaching rn

[@BoloDaProducer]

Amen!

[@kingcheflos602]

Man!!! Bolo Thank you 🙏🏾 for the honesty I agree I think most of my beats are trash 🗑 but that’s just my opinion what I don’t like someone else may love music is definitely subjective.

[@glendwellz]

This summer I went through every beat I made the last three years(I’m bad at arranging shit😂 most of my beats I just save after I feel it’s done without any/little mixing and arrangements) and I bet I at least had like 300 beats. And it all came down to 40 beats I felt was dope. Put them out on my SoundCloud and invited every rapper I know, and most of them picked the beats I liked less than the others 😂 so yea, it’s very subjective and not everything is tha shit 4 everyone

[@rivaltheproducer]

I quit looking for what other producers think on my beats. They didnt have real insight on what I needed to change or what I needed to do with the mix. So I learned to talk with audio engineers. Thats how I learned some tricks and how I am still learning. I accept that my shit can be trash to the other producer's' ear but thats not who I am wanting to hear that from. I accept an artists thoughts as well as the engineer's.

[@Quantumwashere]

This is 💯 valid about leaving your ego aside. I know from experience if I make 10 beats only 1 or 2 are gonna be bangers.

[@madoddigy2189]

I make what i like but i don't always like what i make ,some are good some are bad same are better than good,but if you enjoy making music just keep making the music you wont to make and enjoy what you are doing....

[@klpngames]

I think the opposite way, I think that every production I do sucks, and many times this helps you improve and become stronger, but yes, out of 100 tracks, 1/2 come out as a hit, which is why your favorite artists produce thousands of songs!

[@MT-lw6yh]

I think I struggle on the opposite end, every beat I make I run into the ground by over tweaking. "This bass line sounds like absolute garbage, that snare needs to be different" etc etc. I know a lot of people who've done music their whole life like producers, concert pianist, drummers, etc and a lot of em will tell me,"This shit good af" but I just can't ever hear it.

[@thikdikriky1559]

Remember the 80/20 rule. 80% of ur success will come from 20% of the work you've put in. It's that 1 beat out of 5 you make that will bring u success. Good to know when the beat ain't it so u can move on to the next and ultimately make more slappers.

[@superdopesamples]

Can’t wait for Ave Mcree to review this 😂

[@keyproductions1205]

definitely gotta be able to be real w ya self. & don't take offense to constructive criticism. you was spot on w everything g

[@Vendetta4LifeRecords]

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[@Mrwholikesyouanyway]

Facts about the ego trippin, got to humble yourself and take constructive criticism. 💯

[@PriCEGotBeats]

100 percent correct on this topic, preaching straight truth.

[@BoloDaProducer]

💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@Rafael.Bernardino.]

"Yeah... you either like it or you don't..." Diamond D

[@BoloDaProducer]

True!

[@karl1949]

Heard Bishop ~ It's like an audition, you may get a call back often enough but getting selected for the role is another matter. Great advice to not let your ego rule the day, fat out solid and right on ...sup sup team Bolo' ...keep on moving don't stop!

[@salaam76]

You're sure right bro I agree. Thats why I say just do it for the passion and love of doing it.

[@jelanibeats]

Always subjective...but always stay open for growth and constructive criticism. Bottom line always push for the next level.💯

[@KingPhilip_ULP]

Big facts. And what producers also have to remember is that, just bcuz one artist didn't like the beat, doesn't mean that another artist won't like it as well.

[@alyoshasdream8843]

Most music in general you work on ends up just quick garbage ideas you need to get out of your head quickly. "On to the next one" is always my motto, just keep moving until you land on something good. People are only ever going to show you the good things they have made, just the way it is. Can never let your ego get in the way, just keep working.

[@atraktmillyonzmusic]

You right bro!...back in 2016 I let khrysis listen to some of my beats and he picked only one...fast forward to 2023-2024 I went back and listened to them same beats and was like....Now I see why!😂😁

[@ricardomilice2470]

This is one of the realist shit I’ve heard right about now.

[@kamikaze6295]

I agree with you 100% I notice that mostly when I haven't listened to the beats for a while. Then I think to myself, what kind of shit did I build there? Sometimes (rarely) it's the other way around. I'm impressed. If I were to introduce my beats to my favorite producer, there wouldn't be many.

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[@Guuu4998]

Gauging is important….. AS A PRODUCER we need to know when we make something hot and when we make something “okay”. More often than not you’re going to make something “okay” meaning yea it will get placed yes it will be meaningful in a way just a good beat. But then when you make something “hot” or “special” we need to recognize this too! It’s not always hearing it from someone else. Years of practice, working with artists, having true special tracks under your belt will help you realize what’s just okay and what’s special when it comes to your own work. This type of gauging doesn’t happen over night it takes Years of practice and experience AND having hits under your belt to know what’s one and what’s not..

[@rodmannmade2655]

Oh some of my beats are definitely trash…. I’ve experienced that “dead room” feeling….🤣😂🤣🤷🏾‍♂️…. You know almost instantly

[@Dat-Mix]

I feel ya. I made a beat i thought was trash and was about to delete it but two artist in the room said dont and made a dope ass song to it. Crazy sometimes.

[@jeremysimone6296]

We all agree that music is subjective, the creativity in all of us, such as, producers, rappers, artist, engineers, scientist, mathematician, basically all humanoid, also all of our accomplishments is what's so powerful and the willingness to keep on going. I like my music Honestly critiqued Honestly l better myself because of it, I learn something new every other day if not every day.

[@abdallahdahir2834]

I think this is valuable only when you are evaluating yourself and you have a stacked library of beats. If you have this midset when your starting to make beats, there would be no drive to create. Maybe an alternative mindset would be to really love the your beat as if its a masterpiece when your creating and THEN have this mindset (its probably trash) when your done to help you move on and do the next "masterpiece".

[@joelarkin9614]

YESSSSS I was 808 on the likes... But seriously THIS IS SO TRUE tell em bolo

[@akondebeat]

I think it's a matter of artistic maturity. With time, experience and consistency, our music evolves thereby we mature hence have a different and a more solidified view of your music. So when we view our beats, we view them with the evolved version of ourselves, hence definitely it will not be seen as something great/satisfactory. And this is actually a good sign. Definitely signaling that we're on the right track. In the end, I reached a point where I make music for my own enjoyment and satisfaction and it will speak for itself as long as I know what I'm doing.

[@Mrwholikesyouanyway]

Going back to the older beats lmao 🤣

[@larrymyers5989]

Facts. Imma buy your drum kits. I purchased wavrunnners bundle and I was definitely satisfied but I can always use more.

[@tekmatik2009]

I'm not a producer, just a dude with a Akai MPC One. I want to become one, but make hiphop tracks for myself and friends for fun. Sometimes my people like them sometimes they don't. I do it for the sheer enjoyment and love first...!!!

[@getitdonondatrack]

I tell people this all the time every beat I make don't hit I'll love to learn more about the game to earn a placement 💯

[@Nitro_BSQ]

You should be able to tell a dud when you in the process, honestly when I know the beat is trash is when I sit back and realize I’m feeling uninspired, but I’ve learned to never force the creation let it flow and it’ll usually turn out being some 🔥

[@nofacemuzik3066]

I know that there are things i can definitely do better and more to learn.. Everyone isn't for everyone.. Lol. i can admit i have made some stinkers (the cowbells) and i still do ... But in the end ..let it come from the heart and bang out!!

[@Albemarle1]

I think there are 3 types of beats : 1- Fire you don't need a vocal on it for it to be hot and most emcees love freestyling on it when they hear itex: grinding 2- Trash- no explaination needed 3- (potiental beats) Is a decent beat but with the right artist it fits in the pocket and makes a good song. Everyone won't be able to spit to that beat but when the right artist gets on it the magic happens. I agree we all make trash beats. I might make one or 2 fire beats a month but most of my beats fall in the 3rd category. I often start beats but don't finish them and when I go back and listen I chop it up as trash but have seen other people hear it and they love it so go figure.

[@Wellykproductions]

Facts I know this myself not every beat I make I put on the podium

[@bdotgotbeats7882]

thats facts I been making music for years, and I always tell myself if I make 100 beats, I may only like about 10 of them at the max. our sound our ear and thought process develops as time goes, what was hot today is not hot two weeks from now on im 33 I started when I was 14

[@junbug9435]

Yup Bolo i got some duds but i'm still confident that i can make better ones and get better at my craft.

[@Thrasher610]

HONESTLY 90% ARE....TO GET TO MASTER PIECE YOU GOTTA CURATE YOUR LOT! ONLY THE STRONG SURVIVE! THAT GOES FOR ANY LINE OF CREATIVE WORK UNLESS YOU WANNA CLUTTER LIKE A DIRTE NIKKEAH

[@larrymyers5989]

I be feeling like the opposite about my beats. Lol

[@mrmister7355]

So true! But I’ll save them and maybe take something out or change some things around to make it atleast decent

[@tcksounds953]

I appreciate the beat reviews you do. I also like the fact that you give suggestions on what aspects of our beats could be improved. I have 2 questions: 1. How do you know when you have a hit? 2. How do you balance out being experimental with just following the norm of what's popular? Thanks again for your insight.