NF'S PRODUCER SHOWS HOW HE MADE "THE SEARCH"

NF's long-time producer and collaborator, Tommee Profitt, walks through the production process on how they created one of their most epic tracks, "The Search".
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Over the last few years alone, Tommee Profitt has achieved tremendous success as a producer, songwriter, and award-winning composer for TV and movies. A lifelong musician who taught himself to play piano as a child and started producing his own music at age 12, Profitt has earned accolades and acclaim for his genre-warping production work with platinum-selling artists like Migos, Hunter Hayes, and NF-the rapper/singer/songwriter whose Profitt-produced 2017 single “Let You Down” went five-times platinum, hit #1 on Billboard’s US Mainstream Top 40 chart, and surpassed a billion streams worldwide. In addition, his cover of Linkin Park’s “In The End” (featuring Fleurie) has accumulated over 855 million streams, landed on Spotify’s Viral 50 chart in 23 countries, emerged as the #52 most Shazamed song of 2019, and continues to impact TikTok users across the globe by driving 200 million views weekly.
Additionally, Profitt’s unique cinematic releases have not only clocked over one billion global lifetime streams, 500k KZbin subscribers, and a monthly listenership of over two million users on Spotify-they have also garnered widespread success in the sync world. His unique sonic fingerprint has landed over 200 sync placements with the NFL, MLB, NHL, ESPN, CBS, FOX, ABC, NBC, HBO, WWE, and Showtime, and in major network shows, films, and video games, with some of his biggest successes including The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Pt. 2, The Girl in the Spider’s Web, The Good Doctor, The Handmaid’s Tale, Assassin’s Creed, UFC2, Madden, and many more.
Profitt is currently in the studio working on new original material, with more details to be revealed soon. In the meantime, keep up with Profitt on his socials linked below.
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[@tommeeprofitt]

Me and Nate thought it'd be fun to show you a little bit of the production process behind one of his songs, which involves layers and layers of instrumentation. Been wanting to do this for a while, might do some other NF songs, including some of my own ... is this something you'd like to see more of? ALSO, just got a new fan number so you can text me personally and get updates! [phone] ... I'll definitely be responding to some when I can! Hope to hear from you!

[@jonatankolln4462]

Naaa. Just listening i can recognize every sound. Don't need your explanation........just kidding. PLEASE MORE OF THIS VIDEOSSSSSSS!!!

[@Chris223.]

“When I grow up”

[@Lance.Gardenhire]

yes, absolutely.

[@Lance.Gardenhire]

you should "Paid My Dues."

[@savannahsmith3237]

Of course. It would be cool to have further insight into the songs.

[@mesia2453]

alternative title : How to make an underappreciated masterpiece

[@rubenescobar8336]

Under appreciated with 91M views? Huh interesting

[@IKBmaiunagioia]

@@rubenescobar8336 yeah

[@KioTheProducer]

"I hate when they debate if we're underrated, we're so overlooked that they're looking over our numbers Nathan" -NF (Leave me alone)

[@Score-nb1bf]

@@rubenescobar8336 is there only 91 million ppl in the world?

[@rubenescobar8336]

@@Score-nb1bf so 91M is not a big enough number to you? Coming from someone that doesn't go Hollywood. If so then count to 91M out loud if the number is not big enough.

[@JSyc616]

"Key ingredient, you need an NF" - Tommee Profitt

[@armellebiampamba4257]

Dangit I don't have one of those

[@Gronkhsau]

But its 100% true

[@C0CKFIGHT12]

Best. Quote. Ever.

[@dannyorlando8646]

I heard of Tommee Proffit after being an NF and Fleurie fan and realized who produced his music. I’ve been a Tommee fan ever since...he keeps bringing the heat.

[@reylofan4817]

Same! I realized the artists I liked, Fleurie, Ruelle, and NF all had songs produced by Tommee!

[@wolfbloodalite]

I had no idea music could have so many layers ever.

[@boyanxiaomi5140]

Lol you need to see skrillex projects... You can find them in yt

[@shivam4585]

Well, usually hip hop doesn't. It includes some keys, bells or something like that for the lead and some basic drums and an 808 of course, normally. But Tommee being a cinematic music producer, likes to do those sort of experiments with other genres. And Nate's hip hop is also sort of cinematical/orchestral type. So yeah Skrillex's an electronic music producer. It's a given his projects would have tons of layers.

[@NYXYN]

Ikr. Onions could never.

[@moose1164]

Isn't that what music is... Layers?

[@retnugnahte]

Watch Aries. He made a song called Fools Gold with 446 layers

[@HenryHooverWorld]

How do you mix all those layers so well?! You are a genius Tommee.

[@lovinlife9147]

There is not one song this man releases that isn’t a bop, you keep on making that magic

[@Acadian.FrenchFry]

This is literally one of the best songs ever made! No joke! It's powerful and brilliant! I hope you do more like this and I really hope you and NF are cooking something because the fans are getting pretty lean out here. ;) We miss you!

[@joeking433]

It's definitely the best rap song ever made! I don't like 99% of rap but this song is phenomenal! Gives me the chills!

[@Si1v3rSkull]

You should do more videos like this!

[@TheHappyHummy]

100th like 👍

[@melissaotto7873]

“Most hip hop is like this *bop*, we want this *BBBOOOOOOOOMMMMM*” Ok. Got it 👌👍.

[@horsepro123]

I love The Search. When I found out you worked on it, I was so ecstatic!

[@nutellajunkie8848]

He works on every single NF song :)

[@savannahsmith3237]

That's really cool. I didn't comprehend how many different sounds and instruments went into this masterpiece. Can't wait to see more from you and Nate. You guys are taking music to a completely new realm.

[@mhnd1388]

One of the best producers 🔥💯

[@Untitled_Novel]

That's madddd You Need An NF. Bro where would life be with out NF.🔥

[@Jorvo]

Truly mind boggling the detail he puts into his work. Easily the most under appreciated producer in the game.

[@Undead_Queen]

A few weeks ago I found out he was NF's producer, I love both of their songs and it was like "WHY THE HELL DIDN'T I KNOW THIS SOONER!?!"

[@Lance.Gardenhire]

Damn. Didn't realize all the different sounds. That NF that you put in at the end really made the difference though.

[@lukeabram]

Goosebumps. Also I didn’t even know there was brass because of how well it blended with the strings. Now I only like this song more!

[@BlackgoldTwinduck]

am i living in a simulation? ive been sub to you for quite some time for some completely other songs not even related to NF just 2 days ago i found the NF album and been blasting "The Search" up and down cause the beat and lyrics is so epic and now you drop this life is strange

[@HobbitNinjaWizard]

"you need an NF" that you do! XDXD Great work, man! This is incredible! You really make NF's songs amazing!

[@TheOneTheyCallFrost]

That Iron Man in the background is amazing.

[@XinGraves13]

I DIDN'T KNOW HE MADE THIS SONG!!!!!

[@NoahAG]

He makes the beats to all NF songs

[@XinGraves13]

@@NoahAG I want to hire him. NF is the rapper I wanted to be when I was 20. And these beats perfectly capture that poetic darkness.

[@Sakiiboo]

Nice

[@dliteoftheworld]

@@XinGraves13 pay up then, but it aint cheap

[@XinGraves13]

@@dliteoftheworld I'm certain it's not but, I'd prefer to hear from the creator, himself.

[@milesgraham7239]

A sign of great production is that nearly every element is noticeable and needed. Tommee has absolutely NAILED that with these tracks. Listening to him describe pretty much every layer I was like "Oh yeah I remember that part." The fact that each part of the track feels iconic and memorable is a testament to the fantastic production that went on behind the scenes. Masterpiece

[@WorldSaysHowdy]

This is one of the greatest songs ever made. The energy is charismatic and the tone is excellence.

[@Butter_Standoff2]

Eminem have Dr.Dre, NF have Tommee

[@matvix6011]

Two+ years of listening to NF, I had no idea who was the producer, I never searched it. Just got this video in recommended and I was like: of course... Who else would it be... Respect.

[@alexrivers4662]

No wonder why I was attracted to ur music ❤️

[@christiantitus11]

Underrated rapper and his underrated music producer.

[@TheSandySasquach]

NF's songs have the most intense, chill-giving beats I've ever heard in my life. Mad respect.

[@stefanpinchypunchy9320]

Love the beats you make for NF, those are crazy and unique. This is your Gift.

[@ImRezQd]

This isn't even a beat. This is an *audible blockbuster!*

[@lizzieg8014]

This is amazingly helpful for those of us who are just starting out with music production. I’m teaching myself by trying to recreate tracks that I love by ear, but it can be tough without the underlying knowledge and theory, so this was awesome! I’d love to see more of these little bites if you have the time and inclination. 😁

[@jancobezuidenhout7427]

Absolutely love it, thanks for showing us how you made it... You really deserve the credit its amaaaaazzziiinngggg!!!!

[@beatsmithaudio9245]

This was super helpful as music producer! Gave me an even deeper appreciation for the music you and NF make that I already love. Love the behind the scenes kinda videos and production breakdowns. Would love to see videos on Time and My Stress!

[@adityasagar7041]

The best producer(and now my favoutite) I ever saw on youtube! please make more videos!

[@TeAroha2022]

There's no words to describe your creative epicness Tommee, one of a kind producer and without you there would not be the NF we know. Can you please do more of these.. requests are Statement, Returns and Like This. Stay blessed

[@RobertEnterprises]

This is just awesome, I always love when producers are willing to show how they create some of their work, and in this case, this song/instrumental is a full masterpiece. This is one of the hardest hitting and epic beats/instrumentals I've heard and I really appreciate you taking the time to break it down and make us appreciate it even more, and also being able to show love to the one who created it. Its always inspiring to see so again, thank you! :)

[@ladiswashharum]

Thank you for what you do, who you represent and everything you are. Keep on producing great tracks for NF.

[@Tremend_]

straight MASTERPIECE ! Always love to hear them cinematic booms and choir and crazy strings makes the song sound even better specially when TP is producing it !

[@treytilley333]

The search is the most fire beat and cinematic masterpiece I’ve ever heard. NF’s flow is out of this world. It was destined to be.

[@2SaltyRecipes]

I love NF beats so much, glad you have fun making them!

[@McMattybcfc]

Such a tune!!!!! Listened to it about 100 times and still gives me goose bumps every time

[@yolis8105]

This song gives me goosebumps every time I listen to it

[@LukusCseh]

This video is everything I have ever wanted to see from a pro, as an amateur. Seeing not only the composition layout, but also the exact tools used goes a long way. Thanks for this vid!

[@katevera3064]

Great! Love your music Tommee, God bless you! Greetings from Peru!

[@terrimobley6067]

You both take my breath away. Respect sir

[@AVeryMerryMeridian]

Wow just wow! We have loved NF for a long time and have seen him in concert! We used your Carol of the Bells on our Christmas light show this year (if you remember seeing that on Instagram) and makes so much more sense why we love both you and NF now!! Never realized you did this work!! Keep up the amazing work!!

[@sonsofhexico]

I love these. Keep doing them it’s amazing

[@_Citizenfour]

Thank you both so much for this masterpiece.

[@defconzero]

It's so complex and layered yet its simple and easy to listen to. That's true talent man

[@enexion2447]

It's so cool to see behind the scenes :) Nice work man! You and Nate both

[@danrandall3772]

Was introduced to you through NF and your incredible music you produced with him. Huge fan love your work ... Truly amazing!

[@Given119]

Thank you for doing this music! Even as passionate and intense as NF is... The music makes it x10. And the goosebumps... Bro! Thank you!

[@kodypetzold2114]

Love this kinda video. Keep them coming!

[@Chydeofficial]

So inspiring! THANKS FOR SHARING THIS!!!

[@xiadui7209]

This is unlike any other, Love u guys!! REAL MUSIC TILL WE DIE

[@zordonthevoyagesof577]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING THIS AND FOR YOUR ART

[@elijaharias2012]

Really awesome! I’ve loved listening to your worship covers recently and it’s so cool y’all are working together this way.

[@sleepygale]

Wow! I just recently found out that your the producer of most of NF's songs and I just wanna say that your amazing and keep doing what your doing❤️❤️

[@pinkandbright1234]

This is mind blowing! Just pure art and amazing! Please more!

[@Kevin-en5lm]

You've got so much talent. I like everything I've heard from you and love the cinematic feel in a lot of your tracks.

[@alifarrokhi5924]

just love the way you make this video so creatively....

[@elisaacks08]

My favorite video on KZbin. His ear is so freaking great, I can't imagine trying to mix all that!

[@carolinehaf21]

Tommee!! I need more than 2 minutes of this sir!!! Absolutely gorgeous and epic... adore seeing these put together... please make the videos longer but thank you for them!!

[@nodiced1]

Found you yesterday, your approach is dope, and you break it down so it seams way simpler than it is

[@malteins]

Yo bro you killin' it. What a talented person! Nothing but mad respect dude and also glad that you put it to good use :D

[@YeshuaReigns4eva]

You are a musical prodigy! The synergism of your collab with NF crushes it....get goosebumps to your music near every song 😎

[@jmgonzalez4]

This is amaaaaaazing. Much appreciated.

[@GeReBeatZ]

You are insane!!!! I just felt in love to your beats (and sure to NF as well)!!! =) I would loooooove to see more of those videos! TY!

[@dimitriosmeimaridis9034]

This is incredible! Amazing to pick apart all those small pieces which make the song so intense. The first time I heard the song it reminded me a lot of the soundtrack of the movie Us. Thanks for sharing it!

[@MaryRose1]

NF and Tommee is the best unique collaboration that has ever existed in the music industry.

[@vladeisch]

Tommee, you’re the reason why I love orchestral music

[@MisterFigz]

No one better! Love it, brother!

[@coryupton669]

Your beats go so hard bro! Huge fan of your work!

[@deathveteranxd6650]

You are the most under-rated producer ever... You and NF are the perfect duo, you guys compliment each other so well...

[@cyndoom21]

this is incredible, i love your music and NF’s music. i had no idea you worked together

[@owlic227]

this dude is a genius. NF and Tommee blend so perfectly.

[@linp3i]

I was searching for your other remixes after hearing "In the end" and discover NF, thank you!

[@Krolshi]

I- I did not know you produced NF's songs too, omfg this is awesome ❤️

[@sherylh2570]

You two make the best combo!!!

[@gloryofkings9076]

So much fire. I was listening to this today

[@nightskyarty]

That is awesome People doing the instrumentals are so underrated I love the violin like epic vibes Nates songs have

[@PrematureBurger]

Tommee you are amazing. Please make more of these videos!!

[@kamelballen102]

Hey! I’ve been producing music for 18 years now. Started with psychedelic trance, goa trance, uplifting cinematic trance and chillout music. Last 5 years i’ve started with hiphop beats. But didnt know what direction I wanted to go at. As everything sounded pretty much already made and generic. Then I discovered NF and instantly fell in love with the production. Never heard anything like this before in rap music. Totally amazing. This latest one clouds is insane, literally. Ans search is of the hook. Can’t stop listening to your masterpieces! And can’t wait to hear ur next project! Love from sweden 🇸🇪

[@some_random_acc]

i got mad chills at "and finally NF"

[@juliachi888]

It’s simply incredible how such an epic melody can be heard from such different, unrelated sounds. such a beautiful melody. a melody that gives you goosebumps! I love your creativity!😍😍😍🤩🤩🤩

[@scair2588]

I can't imagine being able to do all that, and just listen to this masterpiece you've created. It must be such a great feeling

[@zyamshirwani5175]

This is amazing. Please do more of these. I am getting into producing music myself, and short simple videos like these really help

[@malliakoschristos]

I love this. Please more of this

[@robertruss305]

You my friend, are as musically gifted as nf is lyrically and visually gifted. Best tandem in music. Period. Love all you guys do

[@133beatz5]

Love to watch a full on version on how you mix this stuff Tom!

[@ZULUMECHATR0NIKER]

Wow man, I'm from South Africa and I have to say, hats off indeed. Bro keep doing what you're doing and never stop improving. This is Fire man🔥

[@sohe_.l]

The perfect duo I never get tired of listening to. Please convince Nathan to include some of his old unreleased songs on his new project. Thanks for the inspirational music you two put out.

[@hugoquirozdrums]

this is gold! you are a beast, cheers from Argentina

[@Dave-bo1yk]

Fire bro Fire!!!! Keep doing this great work! 🔥🔥🔥 You and NF together produce timeless hits! keep them coming we are waiting!!!!

[@luxarmiger2205]

You had your strings focused left and choirs prioritized right. Made it feel wide and not out of balance.. Love it

[@homemadecocktails2259]

Yo!!! Love the creative breakdown on how you put your art together. Super Dope!!! Song goes so hard!!!

[@CharanBMusic]

This is so valuable! I need more 'making of' goodness

[@home.peless]

FOUND YOU! ♡ this is so good it made me cry and gives me motivation. THANK YOU

[@charlesgreene8883]

Thank you very much Tommee for your marvelous presentation and production of "The Search". So refreshing and invigorating as opposed to the usual mundane production that dominates alot of the current scene, keep being yourself brother!!