The Making of "Otis McMusic" 🚨

[@itsdaddymagic]

bro really wrote the soundtrack of early yt

[@OtisMacMusic]

Hehe! I guess I did

[@odg1190]

>early youtube >2015 💀

[@GabrielPingel]

Still definitely the BEST and most real sounding music on KZbin!

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you

[@CrustaceousB]

I dislike iDubz these days but I absolutely LOVE this track. It has always been a weirdly powerful song for me personally, making me have sensations of nostalgia and gratitude. 💜

[@OtisMacMusic]

Awesome! Thank you for listening

[@skld-xm]

yeah I love the bass.

[@IAmWhachanoMagano]

Ah the origin story, very well made Otis!

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you

[@TwinFlyDSW]

I heard this on a KZbinr's videos being used as intro/outro. I was not pleased when I discovered there was no credit in the video description for the origin of the beat. Fortunately I found it through Shazam.

[@nez_ic]

Ngl Content Cop was how I discovered your music - not only was Otis McMusic the theme but iDubbbz would use bits of Mighty Fine as segment dividers too. It was a bit of a hassle to find your channel thanks to him never crediting you lol, but I'm glad I did

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you for searching. Ian was actually pretty cool about it after some people starting claiming that I was stealing his music. Hah! He added comments and new descriptions saying that I made the music.

[@_MemeMachine]

Glad you shouted out iDubbbz. Even if he doesn't like Content Cop anymore, it will always be a huge part of KZbin. And the song is perfect for it.

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you for watching and listening

[@fireworkstarter]

Such a simple song but it takes knowledge and skill to know how and what to put together. Keep making some great tunes man

[@OtisMacMusic]

I appreciate that!

[@rombuloid]

Absolute legend

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you

[@ferench1145]

It never occurred to me how simple of a composition this track has. Yet, all the elements synergistically blend together so well. Awesome video!

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you so much

[@professornez]

So happy for you Otis! The world needs your music. Keep on keeping on brother!

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank u

[@TriangleSyrup]

I wish more producers broke down the making of their tracks like this. Thank you so much for doing this, there's a lot to be learned!

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you for watching

[@joshuaikujuni8879]

Absolutely genius bass line, one of the best i have ever heard.

[@inoiiying]

Going crazy bc you used Forever Young from the Pepple Music tracks

[@OtisMacMusic]

😁

[@aster6000]

Oh man i'm so glad you made this! Ever since i heard that song years ago i was hoping for something that would explain the process behind it cause i immediately noticed how damn clever the pseudo sampling was! And that reharmonization with that bassline is gold!

[@OtisMacMusic]

Nice! Thank you for listening and watching

[@Kubbson]

can't wait for "ever felt" breakdown 😍

[@OtisMacMusic]

Me too!!

[@IAmWhachanoMagano]

That one should be awesome, that and Ever Felt Pt. 2

[@ljkkj2511]

hey that's pretty good

[@OtisMacMusic]

Hey, thanks

[@ludakriss9094]

"...and that really birthed this whole thing that I do now all the time." Being an ingenious, creative problem solver for all of us to enjoy and learn from. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and art. You fuckin' rock.

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you so much for watching thank you for the kind words

[@sayhowling]

thankyou for making this. massively iconic

[@OtisMacMusic]

You're welcome

[@dalecooper4769]

Thanks for giving us so much insight into your dope tracks and creative processes! Really enjoying it.

[@OtisMacMusic]

I'm so glad! Thanks for watching

[@PlasticAstronaut]

Bought a bunch of your tracks through Apple Music. What’s the best way to give you credit when using the tracks (what helps you the most financially as a creator)?

[@brunnski3945]

Good lord the synth-bass patch you use is so incredibly fat without being harsh or distorted. It's so Incredibly satisfying!

[@OtisMacMusic]

😁 thank you

[@oak7741]

if this doesnt blow up ill be so sad. this beat and so many others that were prevalent in that era of youtube content really are a big part of the reason i love music so much

[@OtisMacMusic]

That's so awesome, man. Thank you for sharing. I hope it blows up too. 🤞

[@leohondaforza]

Danke für deine Musik, ich finde sie klasse. Lg

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you for listening

[@shortshrimp]

nice video man. (yet again :) )

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you

[@XxNairox_Sunlight_4LyfexX]

Loved this song breakdown, just Awesome. Sad Idubbbz isn't the same nowadays bro.

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you! Yeah, it's a bummer from what I hear.

[@musicgrounds5077]

I absolutely love the fact that you respond to almost all of your comments. It makes us feel involved!

[@OtisMacMusic]

The reality is, I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for all of you listening and watching. You're definitely involved. It's a group effort 😉

[@hawkfpv4950]

I wish this song was the soundtrack to my life! It always makes me happy when I hear it, I am a armature composer and your work is an inspiration, thank you Otis McDonald

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you for watching and listening! And thank you for the kind words

[@AC_Vexal]

I use this song in my videos a lot because it's just such a cool song!

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you

[@dawserdoos]

If only more people were like you with your music! I know not everybody feasibly can, but people like you inspire me to make open source things for people, like you make copyright free things! ❤️

[@OtisMacMusic]

The main reason my music is popular is because creators and creators' viewers are using it and listening. We don't need record labels we just need to find our audience. Thank you for listening and watching

[@Enzor8]

Ive always been a fan of the art of sampling, but the fact that you made the sample too is just crazy lol. love the video

[@OtisMacMusic]

It's so much fun. Such a fun game of chance every time

[@meltwater.3070]

what a legend! love this my man, have been waiting for this video for a while :)

[@OtisMacMusic]

😁 thanks for watching

[@harveyradius]

Absolutely incredible! Never knew this fully just came out of someone's brain. Always thought it was a 70s sample. Thanks for the incredible insight in your creative process. Super cool!

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thanks for watching and thanks for the nice comment

[@berniefranklin9178]

So much talent Otis … I pray that someone will pick you up or have your own record company soon ✊🏾💯!

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you. I do actually have my own label with my friends. We're called TrackTribe. 😁

[@berniefranklin9178]

@@OtisMacMusic That’s so awesome!

[@discoursetv5201]

My brotha in an actual mastermind

[@cerealmemer9047]

thank you for making such an iconic track

[@OtisMacMusic]

You're welcome! Thanks for listening

[@cosmic_drew]

You are absolutely a treasure. I watch so many music production videos on KZbin and yours always has the best vibes.

[@OtisMacMusic]

Hey hey! Thank you so much

[@Piqua]

Its fun seeing the way some of this stuff is made lol, good video and good music :D

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you

[@diquanscott2259]

Bro, your video can really teach others how to make music like how you’re showing us

[@OtisMacMusic]

That's so wonderful to read. I aim inspire and bring some joy to the world.

[@diquanscott2259]

@@OtisMacMusic well for years man, you’ve been doing a hell of an amazing job. Your a real professional teacher of music and I send all my flowers to you legend🫡💐💐💐

[@manofspice]

I had no idea this was you! You’re such a legend

[@OtisMacMusic]

Yes indeed. It's me.

[@Peoplesuuck]

You produced an actual legend of a track. You deserve the highest of praises. Idubbbz using this for Content Cop is a MAJOR part of KZbins greatest years. Thanks for putting in the effort to make this as funky as it is and showing us the process!

[@gym3857]

writing your own music in a specific style... only to use 5 second samples from it... genius. also, i genuinely always thought the "female voice" really was someone else you got on for the track. i guess you succeeded in messing around and made a classic.

[@vesterwastaken]

okay but when is the Otis McDonald ft. Joji collab coming? ur voice is amazing btw

[@tylerb.gaming762]

I love me this song. Content cop was a big part of my childhood and I always enjoyed hearing your song over some of Idubbbz’ cop shenanigans in public. Outside of that it’s a genuinely great song reminds me of something out of a old adult swim bumper mixed with Lofi beats. Keep on the good work 👍

[@astralctrl]

Mr. McDonald, this track is pure nostalgia for me, as a fellow producer I always wondered how that song was made, I always thought there was crazy layers & other effects. The "simplicity" of this track shows immense creativity on your part. Thank you so much for walking us through the process & thank you for making music. I hope all is well

[@cgarby]

Sick. Thanks for sharing this process.

[@OtisMacMusic]

No problem!

[@SauceTheSecond]

10:32 I always thought it was "big guy" 💀

[@Hezy]

Awesome vid man!

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you

[@Hezy]

@@OtisMacMusic when the Dankmus x Otis track dropping? 🧐🧐😂

[@Lil_Yuri]

As an aspiring musician and beatmaker and funk music enjoyer, I'm really grateful for you sharing this with us. Seeing the breakdown of how you made one of the soundtracks of the 2010s internet is a treat, thank you so much for this, really cool. 😃

[@lazypix3l949]

If you're a content creator and you hear this song, START RUNNING.

[@OtisMacMusic]

No questions asked. Run

[@MLPFun_]

I absolutely adore this track, you've done great work Otis. Any plans to release the stems to this one?

[@OtisMacMusic]

Yep! I'll definitely be releasing the stems

[@djwhittmusic]

That’s incredible man. The creativity. The technical prowess. Formula for a great hit. 😎😎😎

[@tomahzo]

Very interesting! Thanks for walking through the process :).

[@OtisMacMusic]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@murisio]

man i love how you you break down each step of music production and thanks for giving a soundtrack to my teenhood xdd

[@OtisMacMusic]

So happy you're digging the breakdowns

[@riddlereprods]

Thank you for deconstructing every work you do! I enjoyed this video so much.

[@OtisMacMusic]

I'm so glad. Thanks for watching

[@debayeuxchats5607]

It's incredible how much of my youtube life you've touched, just between this and Scarlet Fire. XD

[@OtisMacMusic]

This makes me really happy

[@chaseshepherd6668]

I’m no fan of Idubbbz anymore but this is still so cool.

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you

[@tmtmtg]

This was actually really interesting seeing your creative process, good stuff

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you

[@wanderingjackster]

Hell yeah

[@huFfproPane]

Really enjoyin

[@OtisMacMusic]

So glad!

[@alcedob.5850]

That's the most wholesome thing I've seen in months

[@OtisMacMusic]

Wooord!

[@jamalsanon3113]

I loving these videos where you break down how you made these iconic tracks!

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank u

[@SempaWZ]

I’d LOVE to see how you made birdbrainz! My fav song of yours!

[@OtisMacMusic]

Right on! I'll be doing more of these videos

[@v4kira]

i loved this video, this song is one of my favs

[@ronaldcoley9982]

One of my favorites from you! Love it!

[@ToadySP]

Honestly such a fascinating video. This is a song that I don't really just associate with Content Cop, I associate it moreso with an entire vibe of a year, maybe even a portion of a whole decade. It's one of the most endearing vibes to come out of the 2010s, it just carries the whole spirit of the year 2016, and the better aspects of the years that came before and after. Explained in such a real way too, just really cool to see. Huge respect.

[@gabethebabe6926]

Thank you so much for posting this as an aspiring producer and artist shit is too inspiring

[@TheYaxYT]

Nice breakdown! Hope to see you make more videos like this

[@OtisMacMusic]

I plan on it. Thanks for watching

[@capetownrecordlabel7219]

Cool, I enjoyed watching this video, thank you🙏 man.

[@TNE_YT]

Thank you for all of your work!

[@OtisMacMusic]

You're most welcome

[@BowBowSiwa]

What we do here is go back!!!

[@OtisMacMusic]

😁

[@karolgarley]

Otis... 🙌🏼

[@OtisMacMusic]

😁

[@ftskamikaze7072]

My boi keep making fire ass music

[@chrismarlow2133]

You remind me of Gale Boetticher from Breaking Bad. Either way awesome track and such a great and insightful breakdown

[@chrismarlow2133]

Just to clarify, I say you remind me because the character was so interested in his craft as I see you are, and share a similar likeness to him… so refreshing to see someone truly enjoying all the minutiae to what they do

[@ozymandias___868]

This is one of the favorite songs from you to me. Very well done. I remember your old video where showed the making of it. Nice use of the sample.

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thanks for sticking with me and watching.

[@ozymandias___868]

@@OtisMacMusic my pleasure 🙂

[@RodolfoRon]

awesome

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank u

[@mstanton9898]

had no idea you made this track! Super rad breakdown, thanks for all this content Joe!

[@OtisMacMusic]

You're very welcome. Thanks for watching

[@shoutOutBTW]

this song works great in vlogs

[@OtisMacMusic]

Nice

[@tsukk0mi]

oh man what i would do to obtain the PT session! this is frickin awesome!!!

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you. I'll probably release the stems to this one

[@BenetbenetLive]

hell yeah!

[@OtisMacMusic]

Yeee!

[@TLBStudios]

GENUIS

[@OtisMacMusic]

🙏

[@AIRDINIELLE30]

Thank you po

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you for watching

[@musicfan3000]

This was so awesome!!! pls do another track breakdown :)

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you. I'll definitely be doing more

[@eddiserCH]

Nice video and nostalgia feeling right there.

[@OtisMacMusic]

Right on!

[@notatimelord21]

would be able to make a nugget phone destroyer 9000

[@OtisMacMusic]

Working on it

[@originallyik]

Awesome breakdown.

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you

[@System.10]

You're simply a genius! This is one of my favourite tracks of yours, thank you for breaking it down into such detail.

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you for watching and thanks for the kind words

[@prod.bigkelbly5403]

Yo Otis made the content cop theme, whattt?? I never would have guessed but that’s awesome

[@OtisMacMusic]

Yessir!

[@MichaelDiTullo]

Awesome to see the process! I love using your tracks in my time laps sketch videos! Usually I'm doing a time lapse of a hand drawn sketch so I love having your funky but humanistic tracks over top! Keep doing your thing!

[@OtisMacMusic]

Right on! Thanks for using my music.z

[@_jorsa_]

How do you patch the bass station to sound so PHAT I love it so much!!

[@edgy_name_]

He is like the master mind

[@OtisMacMusic]

Thank you

[@edgy_name_]

@@OtisMacMusic I feel like you should be more popular given how many songs that you've made blew up

[@robbiemeiklem1344]

You would really do well doing playlists of mixing, sampling, general music production tutorials

[@lakefraser]

What’s the track at the very end of the video??? It sounds amazing

[@OtisMacMusic]

I believe you're talking about my song "Wolf Kisses"

[@lakefraser]

@@OtisMacMusic thats it! It reminded me of outro by vulfpeck!

[@dom6783]

hey! amazing video. Just curious what background songs are in this video? I really like them - especially at the 3 minute mark. Thanks!

[@tylercrookmusic]

That was awesome man! Very engaging. Loved the music history points, topped off with the positive message at the end. 👏

[@OtisMacMusic]

Ayye! Thanks for watching, man.

[@tylercrookmusic]

@@OtisMacMusic Pleasure was all mine bro! Keep on keepin' on!

[@alexr1632]

hey Joe! love the track. was wondering, how do you like your Prophet Rev2? Been thinking about getting one for a while now. I noticed in this video it's acting as just a MIDI keyboard for you, but do you use it as a synth too in anything?

[@nikbr0]

The one thing we need to know is how did you came up with the intro that plays in many tracks from the "Art Tracks" playlist. This sounds reeealy good!

[@OtisMacMusic]

Ha! People love that one. It's just a little diddy I made on my Juno as an intro for my KZbin channel

[@timmarco]

So sick!

[@OtisMacMusic]

😎

[@imnotnuggets]

DUDE INCREDIBLE! How did you get your veri speed vocals to sound so good? Whenever i try it always feels so thin

[@OtisMacMusic]

Not sure to be honest. I've definitely had some weird ones that don't feel good. I guess it's a bit of luck and trial and error.

[@johnniewalker7499]

You, the green orbs and Kevin probably have backproblems by now, how much you three carried KZbin

[@OtisMacMusic]

Haha! Right on 🙏

[@donovannorman1996]

What's the song that plays at 2:40?

[@whaleshey]

i would also like to know!