Pharrell Making a Beat

[@GODVIBESENTERTAINMENT]

if i ever lose inspiration for creating music i just watch this vid been watching this vid since 2006

[@Johnnyversetti1]

+Richard Davis real.

[@NappiMusicVideos]

same

[@leogvngtv4284]

SAME!!!!!!! hah my mOm Bought me The Neptunes Album with this dvd :)

[@Breakbeat90s]

seems legit

[@Afamefuna]

same bro

[@Dash999k]

11 years later and I still wish Pharrell used this for one of his songs.

[@CoolOutSessions910]

He did. The girl sings in it.

[@cantkillwills5246]

@@CoolOutSessions910 name of the artist and song?

[@moonlefleur4163]

@@cantkillwills5246 The song is Midnight Hour. The artist is Natasha Ramos.

[@TruthfullySpeaking500]

Moonle Fleur He should’ve kept it for himself for sure.

[@moonlefleur4163]

@@TruthfullySpeaking500 Agree 100%

[@viktorvaughn5669]

Pharrell was so ahead of his time.

[@Ambrosiabeats]

facts

[@ht-th456]

How?

[@gabryeI]

Mike Tangsit learn about music, come back and delete ur comment

[@sk8brdkee]

He still is

[@rockboyznative]

This slaps right mow 2023

[@joaopedrobaldo3316]

Pharrell is probably one of the most talented dudes in the game He can produce (any genre), sing, rap, perform and he has 14 grammys in bag working with EVERY fucking artist

[@roderickgriffith9492]

Facts

[@PharoahsKingdom]

The Neptunes. Not just Pharrell

[@darrenhirst9900]

@@PharoahsKingdom Pharrell comes up with great ideas but Chad is the one that dose the rest.

[@whooiis7262]

Any genre I dont think that but yeah

[@JrocDaBx]

I remember this being on kany e's blog 8 yrs ago. This still amazes me to this day. I was in high school when this vid dropped.

[@Runmindrun]

I was a freshman. Got damn man. I remember it like it was yesterday.

[@Ainsworth33]

This vid should be titled "Pharrell Making Music." This is much more than creating a beat. This video captures the joy that comes with music creation better than any other video on youtube... and it's been that way for almost a decade now.

[@NEWZZCAFE]

Pharrell Should Give this track to Micheal Jackson

[@EdwardOrnelas]

Wow this comment is old

[@henry4546]

@@EdwardOrnelas 😂😂

[@Thewrightbrotha]

Edward Ornelas 11 years lmao

[@bigzy8183]

When a comment is older than MJ's death, NEWZZCAFE AN OG.

[@aflood4482]

Bigzy yooo chill 😂

[@bodirockbeats]

Crazy...I remember watching this video in middle school. Sounds even better now, timeless music for the win.

[@TheNewEra0984]

4:48 that moment Chad walked in and gave it a Neptunes signature

[@timbatimba]

wow I've watched this video so many times over the years and never noticed. Just walked in and pretty much created the hook Pharrell was looking for on a whim. Their chemistry is something else

[@itscooldawgdonteventrip]

Very subtle but true

[@itscooldawgdonteventrip]

You need balance of vibes to create

[@damonterrell5262]

It’s crazy cause chad comes in and immediately just knows

[@djdeac]

Every time you think you've heard it all from Pharell, he comes with some new shit. This brother has mad talent.

[@hakymaqua]

i love seeing these kinda comments. cause 14 years later he still is. wild.

[@BenDover-fv5sb]

@@hakymaquathat’s crazy this comment was 14 years old

[@DoYouEvenRift]

Still remains one of the greatest videos on this site, of all time. Been coming back since I first heard it 7 years ago

[@clarkvaughan]

I noticed something. When Chad walks by he give Pharrell the 'Midnight hour' guitar melody to work from. Then he takes it from there. Partners, man. Geniuses at work. All while that chick was on the phone. That's the part that's fuct up.

[@prod.no1ne]

14 years?

[@khovarshoheshonov982]

​@@prod.no1ne17😂

[@ak205]

@@prod.no1nenow, 17 years 😂

[@hiphopdunnypw]

Only true music lovers understand beats like theses.....

[@MasterMind-mx5ki]

Fr tho it’s been a while since I watched this but it just gives me inspiration and hope , makes me feel good

[@zakishakirjr2879]

This Beat is Fire!!!

[@yoloepmd7274]

This girl has never been seen or heard of since😂😂 how can you not pay attention to a genius

[@chrisramare04]

She stayed out his way and let him build this Art of a beat

[@stephenmac23]

still dope tho. her sitting bored adds to the effect it isnt new to her. she prob heard stuff like this all the time lol

[@prodby.Mafioso]

@@stephenmac23 yeah

[@japanrocksgousa]

This video made the entirety of tyler the creator you can really tell. The blood still runs

[@cliftonjohnsonjr.1130]

Still, remember watching this back in college for the first time. Come back here from time to time again!

[@TheOMasterJ]

Thats a potent melody on the keys!

[@Early-Adopter]

She's thinking "shit aint gonna get me no radio play..." He's sure feeling it though.

[@brandonGCHACHU]

Lol

[@ht-th456]

11 years ago mate, wtf!??

[@miketemper7599]

@@ht-th456 lol

[@titushart9400]

I wish he would of just kept that for himself and put it on in my mind because she didn’t do it justice

[@ak205]

@@titushart9400fr bro!

[@EdwardOrnelas]

Pharrell was a visionary, and that girl wanted something of the Era. Clear they were both on 2 different spectrums

[@Regalman]

THAT'S WHY NO ONE KNOWS HER NAME!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@sk8brdkee]

@@Regalman well unless you're heavy Star Trak stan from back in the day.

[@TheLevelsEdge]

@@Regalman Achilles? Is that you? 😆 That’s what made Aaliyah Timbaland One in a Million so distinct. You can hear it in that new Normani song.

[@Regalman]

these people in the reply section have low iqs

[@King-Vis]

Can't believe it's been this many years. Watching Pharrell coming up with this song in that moment brings back memories, and is still inspiring.

[@EdwardOrnelas]

Bro you know this video is old when you have people talking about Michael Jackson before his passing Btw this beat is timeless, it's so beautiful. Sounds like something out of Good kid Maad City

[@fightinglaundry4534]

Edward Ornelas k dot would sound so good on this

[@japanrocksgousa]

Tyler the creator

[@theillustratxr]

@@japanrocksgousa yeah

[@YVNGSSPARK]

Yessir

[@YVNGSSPARK]

@@japanrocksgousa Kenny n tyler?

[@frenchblueee]

Watched this many times over the years. Still here in 2019. Thank you Pharrell 🖖

[@brandicandi816]

this is one of the sickest smooth beats i ever heard. pharell is that niggia and he is playing around singing to the beat and the shit sound too good.

[@fernandojeremias8601]

I’m a little bit late but totally agree! 🔥🔥

[@roderickgriffith9492]

@@fernandojeremias8601 your never to late to hear greatness

[@fernandojeremias8601]

@@roderickgriffith9492 No doubt! 🔥🔥

[@Dsole1217]

@@fernandojeremias8601 no such thing as late when something is this timeless !

[@orthors]

4:45 Chad had no right coming in that smooth and talented 🥲

[@theimpeccable1069]

Chad on the guitar!! 😉 OMG.. what's going on today?!?! Lmao..

[@Singyadrawlsoff]

not only did this man give you a fresh beat, but he even came with your hook! SMH

[@Iamthevega]

all that equipment the neptunes have is intimidating

[@aaronmyls]

Its amazing how confidence is key. I seen this brother perform on stage on tv. He wasnt belting out songs like luther at all but his confidence is what got him through.

[@Rocabear]

In the midnight hour when you sleep..

[@jafoxxyking2942]

Your so creative

[@xavi4151]

I'm watching this video at the 12:25 a.m

[@siyandantombela2362]

Pharrell is the greatest of all time.

[@zacharymcclendon4513]

Chad came in with the missing piece clutch as fuck!

[@Reid-410]

facts

[@heyman872]

Some people have that Midas touch when it comes to music, the Neptune's are some of the few that do. God given gift of making music

[@rebeca77]

This song's so good it doesnt even need to be ready .. just like that is already killing it

[@ADAM-ir8tq]

he’s amazing. this beat could be used today. timeless.

[@lastlvl]

Used to watch this religiously back when I first started getting into KZbin 🖖🏾

[@brooklynsveryown1769]

Bro dead ass me too lol we gotta be old

[@squishykim]

Pharrell really should've kept this track for himself....sweeetttt!

[@davouchi1]

I would just like to say he is surely one of the most talented people in the music industry. The music he creates is surely a gift from God.

[@JB-kv8yt]

Damn...you know its fucking difficult to get one flawless beat...Pharrell nailed it so fast...Inspirational!

[@jesusmagazines]

I was 1 year old when he was making this beat now I’m 15 pursuing my dreams of music, PHARRELL WILLIAMS** Top 3 producer OAT

[@ruthc-r7125]

one of my favorite videos on the internet

[@theimpeccable1069]

It's just Pharrell cooking up.. Lol!! 😅 It's the hook that caught me..

[@hitmanx2175]

The video that inspired me to make beats

[@Ell747]

Genius...she doesn't understand who she is sitting with.

[@pdotr]

This Beat Is Niiice. So Chilled and Smooth. Pharrell Is A Legend.

[@djanil9733]

The boy's a genius, is that Chad Hugo walking in at 4:36? Good to see he's still involved man... peace.

[@brettvanhooser6770]

Yeszurrr

[@hakymaqua]

love seeing comments like this.

[@julesfrancis]

og

[@IV0RY_777]

you seem so chill

[@treasurefortune]

oh my shes actually on the phone while in the studio with him! haha

[@DANItypebeat]

Thats how u write songs from ur heart..whoever knows knows.really respect for the confidence he has

[@dieselsour]

ya'll see that, all that money, and he continues to go hard. a true disciple of dilla. the music is oozing out of him. dude hummin w/ the camera is hilarious

[@btwimcloud]

The lack of focus and self awareness by Natasha is astounding. This is a master class session.

[@dojaneko179]

Oh, that is Chad Hugo right!? He just came into studio and started playing guitar which sounds good

[@ericfoster8411]

He basically handed her a hit on a silver platter and she squandered it

[@lilcbowers]

You should hear the whole track. This girl KILLS IT! Don't get it twisted. Holla!

[@amandaluvzu22]

what song is this?

[@sk88881]

@@amandaluvzu22 Natasha Ramos - Midnight Hour

[@slurpee4203]

@@sk88881oh yea she did the demo vocals for Jenny from the block!

[@westwoodmedia303]

I love how pharrell says Fuck! I need a melody and then Chad hugo comes in and plays a riff from the guitar off the 1st thing he hears and Pharrell catches it and if you hear the original song I think its the chorus or the bridge on the actual song.. just amazing to see how these big stars actually are in the studio. Best music to make honestly is spontaneous on spot. Cuz you just feel it. #RapperFromDenver #LovesThisVideo #InTheMidnightHour

[@kennyhenry8670]

whats the name of the song

[@maxxwellrolland593]

​@@kennyhenry8670midnight hour by the girl next to him Natasha

[@teoifolis]

Been watching this vid since it was like a year old and ten years later I still come back and get inspo :)

[@eurocaligirl]

It's amazing to me that this girl is sitting there, so uninterested while Pharrell is making such a beautiful music....LOVE THIS BEAT!!! I would not be able to sit still and look bored while such a wonderful music is being made!!!

[@xXglocklesnarXx]

She probably tired

[@wedothis1563]

That’s Natasha ramos

[@Cartier-jc4ze]

she probably heard the beat 200 times lol she's the one who ended up singing it

[@410peezy9]

One of my favorite beats from the neptunes very talented musians

[@davidgrants]

I can't stand people in the industry like her. Millions of people would kill to be in her shoes, and she's sitting there like he pressed play and no music is coming out. That's a perfect example of an opportunity that came to easy! She doesn't look like she was someone who grinded hella hard to get her spot! She should make way for the people who WANT IT!

[@JDMjay617]

That's a soulful dude. Pharrell is in his own world, Natasha Ramos got laced.

[@kevman77]

She knows how to sit back quietly and let talent prevail.

[@icecreambeats101]

I had a chance to meet and work with Pharrell. Cool dude.

[@dwaynemusik]

2024 still watching this

[@longliveplays8774]

Crazy how this still resonates in 2020.

[@ORYB1137]

Such a vibe even now and this goes to show just how talented Pharrell is 🥶

[@jayesin]

This song literally was falling out of his mouth as he was creating it...unreal

[@brandonyoung9523]

Favorite producer.

[@DonteTBey787]

This is the magic I speak of when creating a record it's nothing like it , this video with the Neptunes and Natasha Ramos is dope the finished record they put out of this track is dope 😎💎🎤💫✨

[@sunray1984]

THAT'S A REAL TALENT!!!! Pharell rules!!!

[@TabaEdesi]

6:10 that moment when Pharrell is excited to have finally nailed the melody and she is on her fucking phone. The fact that this video has about 5 times more views than the song itself says it all.

[@Ell747]

Dummi

[@freetheplay3448]

Lmao fuck that! Missed out on actual magic with that interruption

[@OmightyrefleX]

hip hop is whatever you want it to be... no rules just what feels good to you

[@karanparekh929]

Are you fucking kidding me? What can't this man do? Him and Chad make a brilliant team...what talent just simply mindblowing

[@MadjefMusic]

Pharrell is talented, that's why this is his day job. Stop the hate.

[@deejaydnero]

This is the difference between a beatmaker and a producer.

[@plevy0309]

Mann dat beat is hott! Yu jus took it to anoutha level wit dat one. Yur a soulful dude and keep doin yur thing......

[@Cusack187]

love pharrell's sound, reaaaaaaaaaaaal smooth. Damn.

[@questionssm]

Wow she looks happy sitting there.

[@ericomaruto9157]

Yes with her hat to side she took from me 🤣

[@jesseclifton]

he basically gave this chick an amazing song, hook an probably most the lyrics. he's so talented.

[@Yyzkushaa]

This would have been a classic. It is.

[@RobNGoblins]

She had as much enthusiasm as her career...

[@marcelaperez4126]

Chads a goat , came in and messed around and sounded bomb

[@mjh3881]

Chad Hugo retired from music today. I'm watching this in his Honor knowing that we won't ever get anymore NEPTUNES beats.

[@surfacegrey]

Nah this man too goated. Not only he gonna make a crazy beat for you he’ll help writing the song too

[@blckmgc322]

"Midnight Hour" - Natasha Ramos

[@FyaahTV]

This and Ryan Leslie behind the scenes is so inspiring for a producer

[@Jamez8888]

you can tell he loves what he do lol , he havin fun , thats his stuff is always a hit , he takes his time and get it right.

[@sk8brdkee]

P.Williams World and Natasha brought me back here, this will be my life sometime in the future. 🖖🏾

[@princessv36]

This makes me happy for some reason

[@izzyizree]

I've watched many artists make beats online but none as soulful as this dude right here.

[@MSN3000TV]

Yeah, that's how you do it...feel it in the studio and vibe with the music for about 10-15 mins

[@lordstgermain]

i really love this stuff....he's the best....absolutely the best!

[@clarkvaughan]

I was sincerely touched by the raw, inspired 'in the moment' creativity in this clip. Pharell is the man. Natasha Ramos did NOTHING with the finished product, and now I can see why. She was obviously signed based on her looks, and that's sad. It's a great song and deserves to be sung by a great singer.

[@zeem1938]

i think i saw some comments on a different video say that her label ain’t drop it so she leaked it

[@chrisrosadonyc]

chad on the guitar took it to the next level

[@realdealknox]

She wasn't feeling it. She had cardi b visions. Pharrell should have kept this.

[@Runmindrun]

Lmaooo right. This video in itself is a classic and its just P coming up with the idea...imagine if it was an actual song...easily a P/Neptunes CLASSIC.

[@EdwardOrnelas]

Gabriel Gonzalez should have saved it for a young Kendrick

[@KornerGFX]

this is like..the hardest thing ive heard or seen. Coming from an artist & producer. Pharrell is the truth!

[@BianicEpicVideos]

I watch this atleast once a month, extremely inspirational, woman included

[@georgealbert2798]

This beat is absolutely magical. People who say otherwise just don’t understand

[@Aphasia17]

Who agrees Pharrell should come back on his next album with this beat and chorus? i think it would do the track justice.

[@musichuqui]

this guy is a kick ass producer!!

[@breemichelle6495]

a legend is in front of you making music and you sitting there bored.......... i’m crying

[@DollaTwo]

I love his synths

[@bgary]

looks like he didnt need her, haha. what was her ACTUAL contribution? Chad came in and instantly added to the groove section.

[@arequ22]

"Ho!!" ...when you know you got one