PAUL MEANY - TWENTY ONE PILOTS - CHLORINE (Production Breakdown)

Here's a look at some of the ingredients that went into the making of Chlorine from Twenty One Pilots album, Trench.

[@axelramon3453]

Omg, trench is such an incredibly album, we need you in the new one please

[@CJPapan]

He produced scaled and icy too, and honestly scaled and icy was a huge step down production wise and lyrically

[@DEVDerr]

@@CJPapanDidn't TOP produced Scaled and Icy by themselves and Paul was only mastering Redecorate?

[@angelosigler]

People dont seem to get the point of Scaled and Icy, it was meant to be less lyrically, but it's the hints in between the lyrics that set the narrative. Tyler is just good like that

[@harishyqchy]

@@CJPapan pretty sure he only produced redecorate. Tyler brought in another producer for the other songs

[@nataliek878]

@@CJPapan Paul only helped with Redecorate, which is, instrumentally, my favorite on the album. I think Tyler and Paul are a dream team... at least whatever they had going on with Trench was a masterpiece. I hope we get another Trench-like era because SAI wasn't really doing it for me... I mean aesthetically it was nice, but the music not so much.. 😔

[@idothings6923]

We need Paul to come out on stage for this last album of the story. Bros the hidden SAUCE.

[@Ashtag94]

That "sparkly" piano piece is probably my favourite aspect of this song.

[@GardenMinistry.]

Im a massive Paul Meany fan, and I just absolutely love how he is praising Tyler the whole time for his amazing lyrical talent, instead of making it all about himself. Hes such a humble guy. Love 21 Pilots, I Miss Mutemath 🥲

[@teutox3575]

now im dying to hear the full demo version of Chlorine

[@AndrewHyett]

Don't wait too loong

[@AndrewHyett]

*long

[@km.12345]

the way tyler said "flavor" in the rap portion of the demo is just so good

[@ELias-vn5yv]

Please do more of these. Trench is the greatest album of all time, and I want to be a producer myself, so I love watching stuff like this. Every single song on trench deserves a breakdown lasting 5 hours each.

[@Sincerely_lish]

Haha agree!! Ill watch all day

[@TheCrimsonGhost677]

I wish so bad

[@gjmcgee]

I’m a huge TØP fan, but there’s no way Trench is the best album of all time. It’s definitely a 10/10, but OK Computer is still the best.

[@GooseCrack]

so true!

[@jomama2892]

@@gjmcgee the title “best album of all time” is very subjective

[@Sincerely_lish]

Ok can I just say... Can we get Paul & Tyler in this room!! Id love to see them hang out talk about the album.. Go over certain conversations they had discussing songs... 🙏😭 stories ect. Like how Paul does he.. But also with Tyler.... Damn!!!

[@maxpatrickhaynes2194]

That would be cool, huh?! I wish there was a Criterion Collection for music. I’m a big fan of Criterion , and they tend to offer up all kinds of behind the scenes , outtakes , etc.

[@mbumtaia8822]

“You need a thousand dollar mic placed just in the right spot to maybe get the perfect sound” Paul: “I voiced memoed it” lol

[@ashtyn4856]

What a masterpiece this song is. Paul is really like the hidden 3rd member of this band, he influences their sound so much in the coolest way.

[@justinpenn7649]

definitely need a breakdown for the production of Morph!

[@nightski380]

4:38 FOR THE THREE WHOLE YEARS I HEARD AND ADORED AND GOT EXTREMELY NOSTALGIC TO THIS SONG, I THOUGHT IT SAID “WHILE”

[@Liam-yu7lm]

that is what it says

[@gatomaru]

paul meany breakdowns are the best thing that happened to humanity after bottled water.

[@hunterfamily7043]

This is what happens when two creatively genius, absolutely visionary artists and musicians come together. These two created this Trench utopia in which music, story, and emotion are being expressed like they never have before. Two of the most talented musicians and producers of our time in a room... get's us songs like Chlorine, Morph, Cut My Lip, Bandito, and Pet Cheetah. If we got Paul on the next TOP album, we're gonna have another album that leaves so many speechless.

[@GarnachoEmpire712]

Yeah Paul meany on production Tyler on vocals and bass/piano/etc and josh on drums are an unstoppable force

[@antnycruzr]

Brilliant. Had NO idea Paul worked on this record. But it makes perfect sense! MUTEMATH is one of my favorite bands and am so happy that Paul's genius is reaching even more ears :)

[@jinkiescoob]

Best album of all time. You made it amazing Paul.

[@gjmcgee]

Nah Ok Computer is better but Trench is still 10/10

[@tomasmontiel09]

​@gjmcgee Nah In Rainbows si better but ok computer it's pretty good

[@Sykelone]

Paul is a melodic genius.

[@eli2590]

a video like this, breaking down their songs, is something ive been wanting to see really badly since the making of vessel, when tyler quickly showed some demos. and to see it happening now ESPECIALLY with the making of trench, which is such an amazingly constructed album, just makes me so so so happy. this is like winning the lottery for my clikkie musician brain

[@ekoooooooo]

ONCE YOU WATCH ANY BREAKDOWN OF A SONG AND THE PRODUCER PLAYED EVERY SINGLE AUDIO IN IT. YOU'LL HEAR THEM WHEN LISTENING TO THE ORIGINAL AGUDIO AND IT IS THE MOST MAGICAL THING❤️

[@KoyoffeOficial]

Such a great production, this album is the album of my life, i love it!! Paul is such a badass!!

[@zanderbastedo8914]

As both a real estate agent and home producer I absolutely loved that analogy 😂

[@braddasseymusic]

As an arist who records, mixes and masters myself, I really appreciate shit like this. Thank you for your time and vibe.

[@EricGranata]

I don’t make music but I love learning how it is made. Makes me appreciate it more. Thanks for sharing!

[@maxpatrickhaynes2194]

Me, too. I’m a photographer, and now a first time filmmaker. I LOVE the production of Trench and now Clancy is INCREDIBLE. I’m a big fan of SAI, too, although I know Paul isn’t on that album. These videos are awesome

[@heydium]

I'm beyond thankful, for this, and the work that you've done. Trench changed my life.

[@JoshGuthrieMedia]

This album hit at the perfect time in my life. I love seeing all the behind the scenes production.

[@ewolfgirl]

WOW! Love this breakdown of the production process on Chlorine, Paul! Had no idea. My fav song on Trench and that’s largely due to the Outro which still makes me cry. 🥹The honesty of Tyler talking directly to us (I believe) after the 1 year hiatus that followed the huge commercial success of Stressed Out catapulted TØP into the limelight. One of my fav all-time TØP lyrics: “I’ve been tested like the end of a weathered flag that’s by the sea” followed by the deep “can you build my house…” Just brilliant. Great production job, guys. I love it even more, knowing all that went into it 👏

[@snekburrito]

Your production on the entire Album made it feel otherworldly. I'm so glad you are co-producing Clancy as well!

[@McMastersofficial]

This series is awesome. That intro analogy is such a good and cool way to look at the job of a producer

[@Sverrehope]

Really a master at work. I think the way you produce drums and make them so crisp and fat without sounding over-produced is just so great

[@MLSB1994]

Chlorine and Leave the city both made me cry on the first listen, great job

[@prodbyjexus1]

this is such a good look into how a production is really an ongoing process and not done in one sitting this was amazing. thank you.

[@eucalyption2876]

Thanks for breaking this down! All the production on this album was awesome✌🏻

[@ELias-vn5yv]

Literally nothing wrong with any second of this album. I can’t believe how perfect it is

[@nataIieatbest]

my blood next please, my favorite song ever. i’m so desperate to hear a breakdown. the sonic landscape of that song fascinates me

[@MiniMii550]

The outro is my favorite piece is chlorine, it’s so powerful and it makes you feel something, I love it

[@shaeddi1719]

This is amazing. I hope you make these kind of breakdowns for 'Clancy' as well!

[@crowley4081]

watching your process is unreal. love this kinda stuff!

[@boomboxgg4616]

Moreeeee that so coolll

[@santtu2788]

We need more of these!! Not only is this super interesting but it also inspires other musicians to continue working on their own stuff! Thank you Paul

[@McKin]

Just found this today - super cool to see the other people who played a part in these albums - I always get in my head about making my own music - thinking that I have to be good at every part of the process - but it’s cool to see the strengths and weaknesses and how openness to collaboration creates creative flow! Love it!

[@maxpatrickhaynes2194]

I’m could listen ALL DAY, to the making of a T O P album. And watching Paul producing , reminds me of working with my editor making my first film last year ( we’re almost done with post ). It’s a similar vibe, but different , music to film, but you’ve got soundtrack, dialogue, and my favorite, building soundscapes . I grew up a huge Brian Eno fan, and love to see the behind the scenes of post in music and movies. Especially TOP’s music.

[@danielmilligan6518]

I never knew a song could be so beautiful and have the sickest beat!

[@connorblaisdell4754]

That was phenomenal! This not only makes me appreciate all the incredible work you, Tyler, and Josh are doing, but it also shows the world how much goes into making music. I don't think it gets recognized enough for the beautiful art you all create. Thank you!

[@TonyJuanPailos]

These are invaluable secrets and I'm so thankful in so many levels man

[@sodapopresaleshop]

How cool to see and hear some of the pieces and parts that made up this song. I loved hearing all the layers broken down and then put back together. Absolute Audible Masterpiece!!

[@HelpMomRetire]

I’ve always loved that piano. Cool to see the origin. Also, I’ve always loved that outro. So emotional and big

[@xTheSecretDiaries]

Chlorine is one of my favorite songs of all time, thank you Paul!

[@SuchNick]

Dude I love these production breakdowns, keep it up man!

[@Erklen]

Pet cheetah breakthrough would be awesome!

[@ImIsaGarcia]

the piano sparkle is the stuff of my dreams. it makes my brain happy and I wouldn't love this song this much if it didn't have it. thank you for it.

[@davidanthony7113]

When I watched you with the TOP x MM session, you brought the unique dark vibes in the songs as well. Good to know that you collaborate with TOP with Trench. It will not gonna be perfect without you.

[@MenacingThreat]

Please work on their next project closing out the DEMA storyline. We need your fingerprints all over it! Edit: I KNEW those piano texture effects at 5:10 were your doing! That makes the song.

[@JosephFrankk]

I heard the new track Overcompensate and immediately knew this was a Paul Meany track. So fucking stoked to see what you bring to the new album. TOP fans don't know what you add to this band but I do and I respect the hell out of you for it. Thank you!

[@seanp25]

Nah, I know Paul adds a lot to this band. I discovered mutemath and Paul because of them.

[@thatsnailisfast]

as a musician obsessed w this album, thank you so so so much!

[@greghand4706]

straight up killing it Paul....

[@greatarcadeofficial]

I always loved the percussion in this track and the bass. Really nice to see it all broken down. Thoroughly enjoyable watch. It's one of my all-time favourite tracks.

[@mypathunfolding]

Absolutely loving these looks into how the songs ultimately came together. You're all freaking geniuses and I respect you so much.

[@tarerro1]

I sware, every project, that was touched by Paul's hands and heart, is GENIUS

[@ludo_the_BFG]

Hearing the breakdown makes me love this song even more. Didn’t think that was possible.

[@seungriinthebox]

I almost cried watching this. So inspiring

[@neemo9885]

makes so much sense why this song is so addictive

[@Leo-xl4uq]

Paul, this is fascinating. Trench is my all time favorite album, and I love learning about all the production that went into it. Please keep making these! I would love to have a series with every song getting its' own video.

[@HigherEchelon]

This video deserves so much more attention

[@OTTOAUDIO]

Your brilliance from your work with Mute Math is imbued

[@BrandonShere]

this makes me too happy, thank you for sharing another song off the album. It's like getting to see the brush strokes on your favorite painting.

[@isaiahhiggins]

This is so fascinating and informative, thank you for sharing how this came together!

[@jdreyer4812]

I could listen to this stuff all day long!! Absolutely fascinating to hear the intricate layers pulled apart and describe their origin and purpose 🙌. Thank you so much for this 🙏 You guys are incredible together and I hope you guys continue to collaborate for decades to come 👌 Can’t wait for your solo 1PM project to get going too 🔥

[@gFamWeb]

I would absolutely love to know what the FX behind the piano are in the intro for Bandito. They just tickle my ears in the exact right way. The creaky-crinkly sounds are what I'm talking about.

[@jager9022]

That’s actually just part of a piano preset called Glock Toy Piano by Keyscape

[@pax1913]

Thanks for the recommendation, KZbin. About to learn about how my favorite song of all time came to exist.

[@grofilms621]

Watching all these on repeat. Thanks bro. Inspiring to see the breakdown. Really helpful how you discuss the perspective and process

[@uanlife2516]

Thanks for sharing this masterpiece...

[@starblastpro2959]

Please keep making these !!

[@martingonzalez9288]

5:21 Genius, pure magic

[@fantaleNZ]

your a top g, I'm glad the algorithm brought me to you

[@fantaleNZ]

haha

[@dodo.danciu]

You are a big inspiration and I’m amazed of how original and authentic is everything you do. God bless you!

[@negroleon3223]

I'd love a breakdown for Redecorate, that instrumental has a very unique vibe. PD: Sorry for the bad english

[@PinkRammy]

I love these breakdowns! Also eager to see some more activity on this channel. Thank you

[@nataIieatbest]

is this his channel?

[@Faser3ia]

@@nataIieatbest yes

[@purpletimes09]

Man we really hope to see you on the new project 🔥

[@mitchwallace1140]

The way our brain works is unreal. How do you come up with this stuff!? Amazing. Please keep uploading anything!

[@junatan25]

love the props from Paul to Tyjo

[@B0bby0303]

What an awesome video. Thankyou for doing this

[@GamersWillPlay]

Please keep making these for all of Trench (and beyond).

[@СергейАкимкин-е8ы]

Best song on the album for me personally. Pleasure to know the man that took part in making this masterpiece the way it represented. You are absolute legend for this

[@victorgabryel1314]

Hey Paul, I liked these production breakdown videos. Pet Chetaah for next.

[@keepyourbliss]

This is so beautiful. I always wondered who came up with the Idea of the sounds after the verses loving what I'm tasting, ooooo ooooo (subtle sound) fall out of formation ooohh ooooh (subtle sound) etc. It's beautiful😭💛

[@gromikhalo]

Omg! Please continue!!❤❤❤❤

[@MaxParkerMusic]

I’m so glad I stumbled on this

[@forby_]

love the breakdown, man

[@KillJoy_Since2017]

Love it , thank you helping them make this masterpiece. Sometimes I feel the people behind the scenes don’t get enough credit , trench is a banger of an album

[@kittiecandy747]

absolutely need more of these 💜 didn't know you were the 'been a little while'

[@KevinHolik]

So insightful and fascinating! Love these, definitely hope there's more!

[@akimyoung8507]

still a classic for me. thank you

[@DiihMota97]

that's so cool!!!!!

[@Iaburnie]

Petition for Paul to produce every twenty one pilots project going forward

[@GarikTube]

I was looking for an inspiration. I saw you. I’m back at the studio. Tnx so much

[@vishaljoy6802]

God it's things like this that make me love the internet

[@AUboy5]

Immensely fascinating and educating. Thank you!

[@xerreonlikes]

perfection

[@beebfajeejy]

how is no one talking about the revelation that the intro is "it's been a little *wild*" and not "while" like we always thought

[@pavvlasenko]

Please do more. It’s a bless to see this pure magic.

[@robertjirgensen2987]

I hope some day they release and album of demos and alternate versions.