Questlove - "Goodbye Isaac"

[@jrivtechv]

Found this song a year after my wife and I lost our son at 9 months via still birth. I never looked at the title of the song until now, I just heard the beat and keys and it was instantly therapeutic. I wonder who was Isaac? Anyway RIP to James Edward Runnels V aka: Lil Seis, you would have been three years old today. See on the other side son.

[@willisnegron9954]

My heart goes out to you and your wife.... I'm glad your able to find Some healing while listening to quest love... I can only imagine what you've gone through. Much respect for sharing your story.

[@sebajun8601]

Much love❤️🙏

[@Jackson-mi3dr]

Thinking of you and your young king may he rest peacefully until you meet again/

[@CrossoverFlowMuzik]

Sorry for your loss. Isaac was Isaac Hayes. Questlove got with Randy Watson and James Poyser and made this in honor of Hayes the day he passed.

[@jevinheaven6507]

it's okay.. the next time you try for a child it will have all the energy from your young king james all into your new one!! i hope this didn't disencourage you two

[@Megatrousers]

Questlove is one of those musical geniuses nobody seems to have heard of. He's a hip-hop veteran who's been behind more music than you could realize. If only he had more recognition.

[@jonathanbobo722]

Idk he’s pretty famous

[@brandonh.441]

@@jonathanbobo722 the comment is from 11 years ago

[@hez859]

​@@brandonh.441but even at that time though lol

[@Samuel-hp6op]

@@brandonh.441 The Roots were super famous back then

[@luissamayoa8144]

One of music’s most under appreciated artist ever. He’s a legend.

[@premesteeze]

How? Everybody knows him your just a kid

[@ticklemewesker7019]

@@premesteeze Questlove you ain’t in the house….

[@rwmorris35]

He’s famous as fuck and has and has an academy award for drumming. What do you mean under appreciated?

[@luissamayoa8144]

@@rwmorris35 doesn’t get the love in the hip hop community/ and or comes across as “alternative” hip hop. Did Voodoo many don’t understand how different he had to drum to be a part of a classic album. Should be talked about more throughout the artist

[@luissamayoa8144]

@@premesteeze probably older than you lol

[@saucy05]

Quest has been slept on as a producer. This is almost dilla type of shit.

[@cloudystraightfromeden]

dilla has always been a great inspiration for him

[@cacklingfuel]

+cloud y +saucy05 Yeah in interviews he basically admitted Dilla was the reason he branched out. He said once he found his sound Dilla was like 'alright now do something different, experiment, etc etc.' that Dilla taught him to progress basically and not just be that drummer that had that one sound. Not saying he wouldn't have become a legend or trying to down talk ?uest at all because that dude definitely holds a special place in my hip-hop heart compartment. Just adding on to your post about Dilla being an inspiration to ?uest

[@cloudystraightfromeden]

+Cackling Tom yeah , I know dat . ?uest was next to dilla when he was making little brother ( which was used later by blackstar )

[@CrackaJakRAP]

+Cackling Tom You should read Questloves book. He has a great story about the first time he met J Dilla back when he was nothing and just starting :) and it's a great memoir in general "Mo' Meta Blues"

[@cacklingfuel]

CrackaJakRAP Awesome. Thanks man, I'll check it out.

[@dcl9241]

such rhythms carry us away to thoughtful places, just as death reminds us life is bittersweet.

[@sebajun8601]

I like that

[@christopherhall6803]

the snare is amazing

[@prod.bynil-oh7440]

ya got producer ears ;)

[@0ly0le]

+Christopher Hall i love how natural it sounds

[@jaacobi]

+olyolers the tambourine/shaker layer under it is fucking beautiful

[@Youngapollo47]

+olyolers it probably is "natural" and not a synthesized drum, considering we're talking about ?uestlove.

[@og_steiney]

That's a closed hi-hat

[@lawrenceculbreth-thomas4119]

Who here is still listening to this song in 2019? Cant deny a classic.

[@sodayumsouthern]

Still 🤜🏿🤛🏿🔥🔥🔥

[@timothyyoon7634]

That beat goes hard. Not going to lie.

[@inhubygvt]

Heyo

[@jblfamily02]

Ye

[@derthilo787]

@@jblfamily02 just found out about the song. listening to it on endless repeat, few dozen times now. this upload was 2 moths after Isaac left. I hate how the Soulquarians found their end, but dang, i love what Questlove has done here

[@birthmcgirt]

I was in AC some years back at an Erykah Badu concert and Questlove sat right behind us. I told my wife who he was and she was like "that ain't him" so I said "What's up Ahmir?" and he got up and gave me some dap. He was real low key, nobody realized it was him.

[@justwow768]

Damn dude

[@cptfreeman8966]

Lmaoo that’s so cool

[@minister2965]

So is he in the house?

[@naryosh_]

the stories that you hear man I swear

[@MAMZRofficial]

that definitely happened

[@uncleelroy6011]

This track is so perfect. Need to be on a 15 minute loop.

[@Tikomilo]

Still listening this.. 2024. It brings back memories nostalgia

[@MrJavonnthomas]

Just lost my grandfather and this is the song that’s helping me deal. Rest in peace Pow Pow ❤🕊️

[@Ketta-LPN88]

🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽

[@anthonyterrado5116]

you know when you've been through storms of music and finally end up where you need to be, comfort in sound. that's where I find myself right now.

[@dust74]

Yes! Chills running down my spine.

[@revoksixth690]

anthony terrado that's how I felt the first time I heard It's your world by J dilla

[@prasilicious]

Thats exactly what i feel.. i landed here after watching SHAFT Movie and its Background score made me explore these kind of music...RESPECT! from Bangalore India.

[@nicojoplin2790]

anthony terrado Perfect, couldn't have said it any better

[@dredotcom25]

Amen

[@Hafazeh]

when you give up on "trying" to live, something beautiful happens, you start letting it happen. Life is like holding water in your hands; you can only cup it, but if you try to clutch it you loose it all. My mom died of cancer it taught me a whole lot man, I hope all goes well for you! peace and love!

[@uqow5261]

I know this comment was made 8 years ago but that was very touching. Thank you.

[@erichenderson2409]

It is amazing how true musicians can say so much without saying a single word. Totally encompasses the wide range of emotions one feels when dealing with the loss of a loved one. RIP Issac Hayes!

[@mrarchangel1]

This beat made me miss my exit! Love were this song takes me. Thank You Quest.

[@1theirrymc]

The world never speaks to you in words, its the sounds of music that reach my soul. Lifts me up to a better place, realize the grass is always greener and life goes on. I may never be a musician, but if I could ever put my true spirit into melodies it would sound something like this. Hope everyone have a good night, and a good life.

[@samreenasyed123]

Exact same here :)

[@lilwest1999]

The grass is greener because it's fertilized with bullshit.

[@annonimus2247]

Samuel Kirby LOL Spot on.

[@tgal164]

Samuel Kirby Whoa! Nice line.

[@Sainted187]

May the One above bless you for all eternity,kind soul. :)

[@daisylefleur]

This makes my anxiety go away. Though I feel my heart beating with the drum, the smooth bass and piano are whispering in my ear to calm down.

[@dgz1979]

❤

[@dgz1979]

I read this while listening to the song and got lost

[@richardchairington8072]

My friend Brian Gillison passed away this past sunday...He was one of the best drummers I ever heard and saw play before in my life. He was also a very good man.. May his soul rest eternally in peace in Jesus' name I pray Amen.

[@superawesomeboy]

Richard Chairington May he jam forever with the angels in heaven

[@ShakeDaStreetPoet]

Sorry about your lost RIP Brian Gillison

[@LucasEduardo-kk8ln]

Sorry about your lost

[@treyflanagan]

Rest in Peace

[@Drew_gen08]

goodbye '' thanks for everything

[@goldtoothjacko]

This is just stunning. Quest love is a genius period. I was lucky enough to see Isaac Hayes in London a few years before he passed.... Just magical. This tribute is beautiful. Thanks for the music Black Moses and Quest Love

[@DrummingWithDale]

If I create a song this wonderful before I die, I'll die a happy man.

[@floppy12k]

Benjamin Lewis-Skeath now aint that the truth

[@jonivylawrence3914]

Dale Murphy tears through my heart of joy rn

[@thelegendkillersshittyduff1335]

ivy lawrence yes god is a pos

[@kanchanrana5670]

True that 💛

[@peterwelsh1932]

@Benjamin Lewis-Skeath yeah, that's exactly what Miles and Mozart and Mingus and Hendrix said... Oh wait, no they didn't; the great artists know dey da shit

[@kincamell2]

Once again ..... Much Appreciation .

[@ClockWorktick]

Quest has such a unique style, and does it with ease. Very cool.

[@vito5861]

I always come back here, I love it so much!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@geraldjohnson848]

Jan.20: Happy birthday Percussionist-music producer Amir Khalib Thompson / Questlove. Grammy Award winner. Thank you and God bless. Thanks for the upload, Sotheara Lim. Blessings

[@Parkour_People]

Keep coming back to this year after year. Each element is perfect.

[@qwerops12345]

I'm on the good part of KZbin right now. Delightful. Peace.

[@theLTstation]

Peace

[@ciabrister2464]

Yeaaaaahhh.

[@fede22081]

Facts...and hugs

[@kikinhunt47]

@@fede22081 and drugs

[@erichenderson2409]

When music of any genre resonates with your soul, you are truly blessed, and a better human being for the experience.

[@KickodunP]

The bass is such an underrated instrument. Just taking a second out of my day to give props to Owen Biddle, the bassist.

[@maiabrennas3842]

🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@MillicentStClaire]

The bass is the sexiest instrument indeed. It carries everything else.

[@CrossoverFlowMuzik]

I always come back to this. For almost 4 minutes, it's just an incredible 8 bar loop on and on. Amazing how many things you can convey in 8 bars.

[@jbarrier3506]

this makes me sad but happy at the same time. questlove definitley too underated.

[@sEVEnOFNine2348]

Such a clean and crispy sound.

[@lolthisistam]

Always a hit

[@AndresFR2]

Life is a beauty.

[@bloodlinehunter]

I wonder what a collaboration between Questlove and Nujabes would sound like.

[@TheEbonyqueen18]

Too true, RIP Nujabes.

[@KeenanDR247]

The world wouldn't be able to handle it

[@fishbrehth]

the two of them + J Dilla god damn, I think I might have a crisis just thinking about the possibilities

[@Salutcavamec]

Would sound like heaven.

[@muizkhan8063]

Rest in beats, Nujabes

[@kingofdaundaworld]

I decided to share my mothers story after I read 1isaacmusic's post, the candid way he spoke about his situation was how I knew it was sincere, which blew me away, because I could recant this story in some circles and folks could never believe or relate, so he Validated me. And let me know that am not or was not crazy, I seen some things in life that im still tryin to interperet. So im humbled.Bless you all....

[@linda-g7x6e4]

Its so funny how that softness in the beginning hits so hard.

[@IsiahTomas]

Gonna think about that for awhile. Thanks.

[@linda-g7x6e4]

@@andrewcraddock7339 thanks bro

[@nyashachatayika8163]

2018 and um here mehn.. I feel so touched by this one

[@_jjw_]

Although this track is great, we should never forget the main inspiration behind this track. R.I.P Isaac Hayes, soul music wouldn't be the same without you. And thank you to Questlove, James Poyser and others for keeping his spirit alive in the 21st century.

[@quintonnurse1]

which song?

[@mewithyouu]

[@theLTstation]

@@quintonnurse1 Isaac Hayes. Period. You ask which song, choose one.

[@ciabrister2464]

Wow. I didn't know. That's why there's a a lil hint of sadness and the feelings if a joyful memory.

[@SillyLilDawg]

It’s amazing how much is said without any words.

[@HAllen-lk3px]

This instro will forever be fire 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥. Everytime I comeback it hits me all over again. 👆Most grateful Thank you 😊.

[@NoOneLikesMyUsernam1]

This is absolutely gorgeous

[@wickbush]

Questlove is bananas on the drums…… let it breath

[@stephen7031]

Truly beautiful

[@haneefshaheed9985]

This cut puts me on natural high every time!

[@Onoma314]

I had this song pop up one night, a few weeks ago. It brought tears to my eyes. You know why ? I was waiting to die from cancer, and this one night, i thought it was going to happen finally. I was thinking about my mother, who died from cancer herself, and I did not find out for a few years. ....I was healed that night, completely. When it was happening was when this song popped up. Life is good friends, so beautiful. I hope it is the same for you.

[@scottboutin6962]

Hi my lord and savior

[@latraviasaunders2753]

I listen to this it reminds me of my. Big cousin jeff he was a drummer and may god rest his soul he was a great man!!!!! I will miss u Bigg cousin!!!!!

[@robertlesuer2755]

The name of this song is deep, because my cousin's name was Isaac, and he passed away 😭💔.

[@djvhurricane10]

This song needs to be longer! This is great for flowing with my drawing & writing for school , good stuff! Old School .. One love

[@FukNewSkool]

This track is amazing. So much said with no words. You can FEEL the soul on this one.

[@Skattaofficial]

Respect to you for coping man my aunt just died of cancer stay blessed

[@dgz1979]

i listen to this everyday

[@Jaylasplenty]

I heard Questlove knows how to cook. If he opens up a restaurant I will have to go there. He's one of my favorite drummers. & God is Good.

[@wendigovertigo]

I just want to hear a playlist featuring songs from Questlove, Flying Lotus, J Dilla, Nujabes, MF DOOM, and many more

[@jimmw]

Awesome testimony !!!! Its sounds like your mother is fighter and her resistance to NOT give in was a faith response to her trusting the Lord to be healer he is.

[@aspebb]

A feeling of sweet sorrow; maybe even nostalgic. Everything is where it needs to be.

[@adammarquez5203]

Sorrow sweet?

[@Stepbackjack22]

Reminds me of a man takin too early from us god bless you Issac love you brother

[@haydenmuttee4671]

hey quest loves in the house everybody

[@Blingodud]

questlove you're not in the house

[@shredthenarbro99]

you're nowhere

[@alfredobenavides8804]

Hayden Muttee.

[@averyriggan6055]

Quest love, you're not in the house...

[@ashantinyongo7632]

Simon d.H. DUN! DUN! DUN!

[@aprilmerrick6299]

Just Beautiful Simplistic , melancholic perfection!!!

[@cstrongman]

He might be famous but he’s actually still very underrated

[@lovebeingamum40]

Old school feel...this song is beautiful...

[@Kekkeyu]

Why bother how someone came here? We all get to know music by someone/something. You don't just know Questlove exists out of nowhere. But we have one thing in common: We like this song.

[@CodysFavorites]

the perfect song to listen to on a rainy day

[@renecanter]

or a sunny morning with a coffee, fresh air and a nice book ;)

[@the_terrorizer]

renecanter or anytime while doing anything, really :)

[@HolyCrapUrUgly]

Or while watching hairy dwarf porn

[@kincamell]

Perfect. Ps Peace to Issac Hayes , Stax Records and Memphis TN.

[@skimbomambo]

so sleek. its perfect thanks for sharing!

[@ciabrister2464]

My favorite instrumental beat in my playlist! Quest❤🎶

[@matthewgarvey3425]

Questlove is a vastly underrated drummer

[@TheBloggme]

Its a sample.

[@lex.cordis]

Wrong. This is live drumming. And even if it was sampled drums, that doesn't make the original comment not true.

[@noehilbert4383]

great musician and producer, he's the boss

[@killadrum75]

What can I say man Quest is a pioneer, one of the very few drummers that knows about the art of mastering the beats, not just a great drummer/producer/DJ.....Can't top that

[@PiffWalkeR]

Praying for a miracle, with a positive result really does make you believe indeed. God is hope, have faith. And I'm glad to hear your miracle came through

[@nemszakall]

questlove's in the house

[@milkembroidery8975]

questlove YOU'RE NOT IN THE HOUSE

[@b.l.o.o.d.m.o.s.e.s.]

*you're no where*

[@R3KL3SSS]

Questlove. I'm your father.

[@donnafletcher3034]

Just read your words make for this tune congratulations you are a master at your craft , and this is said long after posted only just seen 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@nerdpersona3526]

2019 we in here chilling

[@peace2all353]

Still chill in 2020✌

[@trevorhurd2554]

love both...Isaac H & Questlove...lovely warm groove...;o)

[@Youngapollo47]

So powerful.

[@urtinypecker]

so powerful

[@04_claymore]

SO POWERFUL

[@Youngapollo47]

Thanks guys, glad you feel the power too

[@terrancejohnson9108]

+foxking39 Always . 😊👍

[@Admb09]

Gotta give ya thumbs up for that Binary Star icon.

[@wazup269]

This is so funky nice.

[@siphomsy6571]

Masterpiece damn! !

[@doelerich]

Again and again and again ... beautiful

[@nottix624]

This speaks languages that can't be spoken.

[@homelesszen3504]

Heard the word and flew like bird, but now I'm sitting here and I'm feeling like a turd.

[@gilbertaguilar7261]

Yeah - that's what music DOES, man

[@lawrenceculbreth-thomas4119]

Exactly.

[@madison4251]

This reminds me of a childhood unspoken

[@madison4251]

That cymbal really hits home every time I hear it

[@simonsay9333]

Just typed this in, I haven't heard this in over 9 years, now I've got tears in my eyes, remembering the times when i was younger and my dad, grandma and my dog King who was my bestfriend-- were still alive-- My dad got me a SEGA Dreamcast when i was about 5, the console that birthed air into Tom Clancy's games , the console where CD consoles all started from-- SEGA-- I'm 30 years old now, and i still have this SEGA Dreamcast to this day.

[@switchbladeshawtyyy]

on loop for eternity

[@DJSONE]

Beautiful QuestLove 4 Ever

[@jovian73]

Dear 'Quest LOVE', whether with D'A. or on this one, let's be clear: you touch my SOUL. Thank you. Grateful. 🤟

[@gracielavillasenor1469]

The soul of heart beats

[@vincewanted]

This track gives me goose bumps man I can't help it....

[@ProdKang777]

Some people say "oh if only someone were singing over this"...Heres a secret....The Tune is the singer but your not listening.

[@mathulizagoba2103]

HomelessAfroman. Bravo! Indeed

[@thevisiondr]

Exactly, words are not always needed.

[@wmaddan]

The right hand melody is very close to a vocal interpretation -- even mimics it in my view --- I can imagine the songwriter heard this as the vocal melody; probably felt like actuals words would hide the beauty and I would agree.

[@thecommongroundtcg7823]

Other's don't get it...so glad the majority of us do!!!

[@trudywretched]

If they said that they probably never heard the soundtrack to "Shaft".. I mean the full album

[@rapperman9819]

At least he found him somehow. Stop trying to act like you're the all knowing musical genius and just be glad that he too can now enjoy this masterpiece.

[@TurntablistMith4Dj]

Real smooth. Reminds me of a Nujabes beat

[@Dune717]

Timothy Humbane , yes!......🤔😎😎😎the possibilities.

[@lamarnelson1990]

yesssssss

[@7CRANK7]

On an autoplay KZbin music discovery session and that's the name coming up next. Tis a good evening for my musical discoveries it seems. Onwards!!!

[@nyashachatayika8163]

2018 and we here in this beautiful Mofoking beat.Thank you

[@patrickpinhead9535]

Questlove, you're not in the house

[@caimremane6459]

Musicly in Europe, we still a little mile away from u. Thanks on providing us this. From Lisbon

[@Stronglovin]

Please please, sit back And ease yourself All the stress and strain Cant be good for health Time to take time- to take a hit, But it's the drums not the drugs that i like to get It's stupid Smoking dope to get lucid Hooked to the drug like love is to cupid We all have our fix And not just for kicks Mine are the sticks Plus snares Rattling air Really nothing else compares Boom bap boom Shakes the room And soon creates doom To this delicious tune

[@Stronglovin]

Oh damn! I forgot about this.

[@ktrktrhh]

Stronglovin please wher does it come from ?

[@vincentwashington4106]

So sad it took me so long to give this one a listen...all that matters is that I'm happily enjoying it now

[@CommunityOCircle]

still be here 20'16, i wait for you babe. you are my mind.

[@jarrod8579]

Thanks babe, same 2 u :)

[@R3KL3SSS]

Omg thanks 3======D

[@jarrod8579]

Old glory haha :P

[@universaljust9953]

Incredible...r.i.p Isaac Hayes..thnx for the share

[@TheUnorthodoxGears]

"Slum Village" or "A Tribe Called Quest" need to lay a chilled rap over this, perfection!

[@TheUnorthodoxGears]

***** Hi my sexy chappy, how are you ;)

[@itsjuneHQ]

i agree 100%

[@PK_NiNJAZz]

my friend is called isaac

[@pheartheunknown1652]

Honestly, i could hear doom put it down on this

[@fastesttigerintown]

Dudley Perkins. Theophilus London. and yes Doom.

[@recoveredpixel]

This is what I've been looking for all day

[@bruuzen]

i want this to be played at my funeral

[@gliza]

why would anybody dislike this? it is incomprehensible to me.

[@KnowledgeisFreedom1]

this is nice.

[@myndwork]

12 years and still coming back for more