Radiohead - Karma Police (Piano Cover by Josh Cohen)

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Published by Radiohead's publisher Faber Music, the band-approved songbook contains eleven improvised solo piano tracks arranged by Josh Cohen and features artwork on the front cover and throughout the book by Radiohead artist Stanley Donwood.
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Arranged and Performed by Josh Cohen
Composed by Thomas Yorke, Edward O’Brien, Colin Greenwood, Jonathan Greenwood and Philip Selway
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By kind permission of Warner Chappell Music Australia Pty Ltd

[@joshcohenmusic]

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[@nicksjamin1]

for a minute there, I lost myself

[@joshcohenmusic]

I see what you did there, there.

[@gwendolynnguyen3028]

ahh panic

[@ihH6053]

You mean for 5 minutes and 58 seconds, I lost myself

[@diplamatikjuan3595]

This is what you get

[@Hp-lc6mq]

Isaiah Hopkins for the rest of my life I lost myself

[@concerneddoge9013]

I want to give this guy a virtual hug.

[@joshcohenmusic]

More hugs..

[@FabioGarbinn]

me too ^^

[@perfectpotato2937]

Me too

[@vodyany]

@@joshcohenmusic #Metuu. LOVE your stuff!

[@eduardokalil4245]

Not enough.. He deserves more

[@jams8870]

Taking nothing away from the arrangement or musician, but this gives you an insight into how genius Radiohead's music really is.

[@joshcohenmusic]

It's pretty incredible. Makes it so easy to arrange the tunes when you have so much to work with.

[@alexedsell8138]

I agree

[@Jj-bh1tv]

More specifically---how genius Yorke is

[@Leo-bd7fw]

Usually hearing covers in piano gives you more perspective about the complexity of songs, that why radiohead on piano sounds so good

[@orca_noob896]

@@Jj-bh1tv​​⁠yes! I feel like Jonny gets all the credit musically and nobody acknowledges that Thom Yorke is one of the greatest songwriters of all time.

[@myevilfish]

I was in a psychiatric hospital early this year... I remember looking out through the single pane glass window. I was looking into the car park. It was a sunny day... this song kinda reminds me of all that...

[@rainfalls.ribcage]

I hope you're fine now, friend.

[@elises8825]

I was also in the psych ward this year. I have a very similar memory. Hope you are doing well

[@myevilfish]

@@elises8825 Thank you. I've been lucky enough to have found good friends. Things are getting better. I hope things are better for you too x

[@jhostinortiz5349]

I love radiohead and now I love you too

[@joshcohenmusic]

I love you too.

[@kide9747]

The way you even did the distorted fadeout part with a piano... amazing

[@ayshasmith1344]

I RARELY EVER hear any covers of this song BUT THIS IS SO GOOD THANK GOD FOR THIS

[@joshcohenmusic]

Glad you enjoyed it 😄

[@contramundum2.0paradigmshi10]

There is a beautiful sense of defeat within this song. A funeral march to victory and freedom. A realization of doom beyond one's control. It's as if you see death, maybe even your death, but you've come to embrace it, but only because of its inevitable arrival. You deserve it, you want it, and yet you don't want to fully give in, because it's your nature to fight it, even though you know it's futile. Gratitude rises within your soul, for the time that you've had, even for the regrettable time you've wasted; you kiss yourself good-bye, if one can grasp the concept..and as the shadows fall upon your face, you still feel the faint, yet still existent warmth of the sun upon your neck. It is the sunset of your time here, and it's crashing into the horizon..at the speed of life.

[@culoooculooo6360]

nice

[@xanb]

thats a good way of putting it my friend

[@tyeevans4790]

when you listen to just the piano sure, not with the lyrics tho lol

[@nathanbosley76]

That was deep. Really made me think. Great comment.

[@Stingray2000]

Your taste in music is awesome

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks, Raymond. Glad you're enjoying the tracks! 😀

[@JamivanRooyen]

Shit this is so beautiful... that key change in the middle makes me go into euphoria

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks very much. Do you mean the key change in the chorus? If so, have you heard this? www.soundsjustlike.com/2704/radiohead-sounds-like-the-beatles/

[@JamivanRooyen]

The change starting from the "For a minute there I lost myself" 3:35 :) Wow yeah that Beatles song is so close haha Its that chord prog c d g f# lol

[@joshcohenmusic]

Yeah, interesting correlation, hey?

[@JamivanRooyen]

Keep up the cool covers man. Yes please do a Muse cover as the one guys mentioned haha. Hint - Butterflies And Hurricanes hehe ^^

[@joshcohenmusic]

Nice one, I'll add it to the list :-)

[@MMG_MoonManGuitar]

This made me breakdown in tears. I'm sorry to anyone I've ever hurt.

[@Smilthy]

This is the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen and heard in my entire life. There is so much beauty and elegance contained between your fingers and those keys. It is true Radiohead created this masterpiece but you have made it revolutionary and beyond perfect through this rendition. Let your mind and hands never lose that taste in music. This is more than I can take. Absolutely beautiful.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thank you very much for the kind words ✌️

[@justinyuvilla8944]

If I heard this play at a fine dining restaurant, I would stop immediately in the middle of my meal to watch the pianist play. Thanks for this, it made my day.

[@Feanor026]

For the past 5 years, I sometimes come back here while working, I love all of the RadioHead covers, but this one is by far my favorite, can't explain why. So talented.

[@am-180]

how much yall wanna bet this stuff is gonna be in season 2 of Westworld

[@AsierAlcaide]

frap yeahh

[@Rev0UK1]

would be a pretty good "fit"

[@monglold]

Nothing yet :(

[@annaandtonia4042]

It wasn't, a real shame except for a very small piece(Codex - King Of Limbs)

[@bayremlahmer461]

Amazing ! I was waiting for you to play the bass at the end and i wasn't disappointed, one of the greatest basslines ever.

[@joshcohenmusic]

+Bayrem Lahmer I love that baseline too. I love the baseline in the third verse of No Surprises. He harmonises Thom's melody. Have a listen if you haven't heard it yet. Only does it once throughout the song.

[@debaser1042]

It's incredible how you keep the integrity of all these songs and are still able to expand upon and make them your own. It's like your talking to the same part of me that was able to find so much meaning in the originals. It's a really incredible human connection. Keep it up!

[@mosephjaxwell]

Exactly! I love some of the other songs where he's created an intro that builds into the original music, which is gorgeous on its own, and then those few familiar notes start to tickle your ear, and that moment is just magic.

[@davidmacdougall9739]

Can I hear you whistling in the background? Just beautiful!

[@joshcohenmusic]

+David MacDougall Which section?

[@davidmacdougall9739]

Starting around 2:05, more so between 2:30 and 3:00, I love it! Makes it feel really intimate.

[@5ynthesizer]

No, he isn't whistling, this are resonances from/in the piano.

[@kshitijbhende]

Agreed, I can here a whistle like sound through out too!

[@alexandrosgoulas]

Yeah it does sound like a casual whistling ahahah

[@gabrielgangler3751]

Most beautiful version i've ever heard

[@7onitee708]

"This what you get, when you mess with us" hits harder for some reason

[@oscarivanalvarezacevedo9313]

Congratulations man, you have a don skull to carrie the magical of music in the soul, thank you for share

[@evesteelheart]

Sometimes I just want to put this on repeat and endlessly float through my existence.

[@jamesbrindley649]

A song about overwork, stress and burnout. How many times can I relate to this!! Singing along is instant therapy.

[@larassukmaningtyas5526]

Thank you for making this, Josh. It's beyond beautiful. :)

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks very much, Laras. Glad you enjoyed it. Josh :-)

[@learmagnum]

THANK YOU

[@gois3r]

im a huge radiohead fan and this whole youtube channel is a gift to me

[@katherinehammond9329]

This is beautiful. Truly grateful for your covers!

[@4lycanthrope4]

This is probably the best video I have ever seen on KZbin! The arrangement is amazing: that hidden note in 3:27 gave me serious goosebumps, and that ending just blew my mind out!

[@nathanbosley76]

Absolutely beautiful cover.

[@nothingmatters9144]

Verse 1] Karma police, arrest this man, he talks in maths He buzzes like a fridge, he's like a detuned radio [Verse 2] Karma police, arrest this girl, her Hitler hairdo Is making me feel ill and we have crashed her party [Chorus] This is what you get This is what you get This is what you get When you mess with us Verse 3] Karma police, I've given all I can, it's not enough I've given all I can, but we're still on the payroll [Chorus] This is what you get This is what you get This is what you get When you mess with us [Outro] For a minute there I lost myself, I lost myself Phew, for a minute there I lost myself, I lost myself For a minute there I lost myself, I lost myself Phew, for a minute there I lost myself, I lost myself

[@dsosa88]

the bass part is just sickkkkk fucking genius!!

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks very much :-)

[@JesseDishner]

I like that you show the music being played, its a beautiful piano and adds authenticity to the performance, something to watch happen. Excellent channel.

[@oribenvalid2045]

The c part here (3:30) is the most exciting part in this whole amazing rendition. it never fails to amaze me . Great job Josh

[@unslimshady96]

agreed

[@heyyouguuys7939]

I could swear I can hear you whistle in the background, lovin this channel ✌😎

[@maggielee7634]

Great taste in music

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks for watching, Maggie. Glad you're enjoying the clips. Cheers, Josh :-)

[@Niranjan_Mavath]

I transcended into Thom Yorke's supernatural realm after listening to this absolutely mind blowing masterpiece. You're a class act. Keep up the good work.

[@yourpalcal1412]

One of the most underrated youtube channels ever. Absolutely stunning.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks so much for the kind words. Plenty more tunes to come :-)

[@mosephjaxwell]

Seriously, this channel is a hidden gem on KZbin.

[@haminchang1161]

It gives me chills, cause it's raining outside.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Hi Hamin, glad you like it. Thanks for watching :-)

[@andrewc247]

Absolutely perfect performance , thank you so much for playing this song ❤️🙏

[@dannybro26]

unbelievable, just unbelievable to be that talented

[@joshcohenmusic]

Glad you enjoyed the clip. Thanks for watching!

[@royciejay]

I have watched this countless times. It is beyond beautiful, it soothes my soul

[@guillermomendezcendon]

Awesome cover. Loved the sound you achieved, and the left hand work there. Congrats.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks Guillermo! It's a fun one to play. Stay tuned for more RH covers in the not-too-distant future :-)

[@warmuser5550]

We are into the Modern Classical Music age. These songs sounds great on the piano because of it.

[@Satsusss]

Wow Tom York would be in absolute awe ! Stunning 🙌🙌 ♥️

[@KnightDark1233]

can't stop listening to this... beautiful

[@joshcohenmusic]

Awesome. Thanks for watching, Cameron 😀

[@hollyerwin7511]

This is incredible, sheer genius, what brilliant ability you have.

[@DougieL]

Maaaaaate, these are terrific! Thank you !!

[@CarlosMoura]

Thank you so, so so much. Congrats from Portugal. You're the best.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks very much, Carlos. Glad you liked the track! 😄

[@deripfina]

thank you this is truly beautiful! good job!

[@joshcohenmusic]

Nice one! Glad you enjoyed it :-)

[@rosaliad.e3969]

For this reasons I want to learn to play the piano... Greetings from Spain

[@stellalucia9333]

Wow!!! Beautiful cover! Amazing.

[@joshcohenmusic]

+Stella Lucia Thanks very much, Stella!

[@maruso2221]

Just been learning this from your songbook and coming back to this for reference. I love it so much. I’m gonna get it down. Thanks for such a fantastic performance and fantastic book

[@MMG_MoonManGuitar]

Wept uncontrollably to this. Beautiful.

[@RelaxingPianoCovers]

This is soo good!

[@lauralee8652]

Just discovered your work and look forward to listening to all of your covers. I can't wait for the Radiohead songbook to come out!

[@joshcohenmusic]

+Laura Lee Thanks, Laura 😃

[@keepthevibes1252]

Deserve a sub, What a therapy mate

[@katymartin7934]

I love this song deeply

[@joshcohenmusic]

Me too, Katy. Glad you enjoyed the track.

[@dianafridabtmfrid923]

Bought the book n it finally arrived today!!!!!!! Lots of lovee frm malaysia!!! I love ur covers

[@joshcohenmusic]

Fantastic! Good luck, Diana! ✌️

[@lickthetins]

I've listened to this roughly 70 times and it's just as moving each time

[@vivecentral7277]

Awesome cover!

[@giacatuara]

This is beautiful

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks for watching Gianna. Glad you like it :-)

[@sunshineproject]

1:35 feels. Amazing work, dude. I am floored. How did I miss all these?

[@nickynoodles81]

Stunning! Thank you.

[@joshcohenmusic]

You're welcome. Thanks for supporting the channel :-)

[@dsosa88]

this just blown my mind!

[@joshcohenmusic]

Awesome, glad you liked it!

[@nathanbrydges2995]

Thanks.

[@shrutisuresh8]

Tears started rolling down my face as I heard this

[@joshcohenmusic]

So glad to hear that you enjoyed the track, Shruti. Thanks for watching ✌️

[@ahmadmohit4428]

Amazing piece! Thanks :)

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks Ahmad. Glad you enjoyed it :-)

[@gbonk-xiurd2929]

Beautiful. Man this is a creative monster moment in life time period.

[@Polovene]

never late to praise your work. Great!

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks very much! ✌️

[@Bigbadbadgers]

you pull the beauty out of that song

[@AdmiralFuzzyBoots]

thanks for playing this song, youre awesome!

[@joshcohenmusic]

Glad you liked it! JC

[@nd96_]

It’d be awesome to see you play the daily mail! Killer work!

[@SimonDzen]

it's amazing

[@artpegios]

I´ve never been so in love until i found your channel and all your radiohead covers. All your videos have made me want to play the piano again and ahhh THIS IS ART.

[@cssp8403]

omfg this is just perfect

[@joshcohenmusic]

Glad you enjoyed the track. Thanks for watching! 😄

[@vinc6966]

I love how many Radiohead songs are on your channel

[@Ryo21096]

This must be getting more views

[@PlopperPuppies]

This is absolutely amazing!

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks for watching, Olivia. Glad you enjoyed it :-)

[@syafiqsallehin8122]

Oh my god this is beautiful.

[@batchelor_16]

This is absolutely outstanding mate 😎👍

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks, Kyle. Appreciate the support! Glad you enjoyed the music 😄

[@tonysix951]

The majority of my media consumption is via KZbin, and one of my favorite searches is piano/bass/etc covers. This comes damn close to transcending the original and Radiohead is one of my top 10 favorite bands

[@jackyluk760]

you are awesome! karma police is my favorite!!

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks Jacky. Glad you like it. Cheers, Josh :-)

[@matthewgardner4545]

You have incredible talent and deserve so many more subs. That's why I'm now subscribed.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks Matthew, glad you're enjoying the clips. Thanks for your support. All the best, Josh :-)

[@matthewgardner4545]

Josh Cohen School of Music :)

[@awabqureshi814]

3:30 oh god this is ethereal. This is beautiful

[@BlankDino]

This is so lovely it made me cry.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Glad you enjoyed it, Bianca. Thanks for watching :-)

[@BlankDino]

Do you ever release CC3 content? I would love to record vocals on this.

[@joshcohenmusic]

I'm not sure what you mean sorry. CC3?

[@BlankDino]

Josh Cohen It is the licensing right called Creative Commons 3. It allows people to use your content to make new content (for example: adding vocals and video) and re-upload it to their channel with attribution or a link back to you. It doesn't allow them to sell or profit from your work. It is a way of getting your work in front of more people. You can change your videos to Creative Commons 3 in the settings under licensing if that is something you are interested in. I just really loved this video and wanted to record vocals over it to share with friends, and of course it would credit you with the piano work and link back to your channel.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Sounds like a great idea, although I'm unsure as to whether I actually own the copyright to the audio as it's a cover. Do you have any advice on this?

[@nunikalizar2363]

It heals me, thank you...

[@rudolfdooren949]

Great playing, my god.

[@lemonadeslices]

thank you so much for doing what you do. this is absolutely beautiful.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Glad you're enjoying the music ✌️

[@nedsanders3246]

I find it impossible to listen to these videos and not be in total awe at the level of skill.

[@KevinGarcia020700]

Me eriza la piel. Excelente cover, me encanta.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Muchas gracias, Kevin! Hola de Melbourne, Josh :-)

[@pepper1474]

Absolutely brilliant

[@cfar005]

I like this version because it's warm.

[@nellygren6477]

In tears..

[@hiitsme6214]

That was beautiful

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed the track 😄

[@kanyungonzales2920]

I get chills everytime😊 your an amazing musician.

[@hattrickster33]

Not to take anything away from the rest but the last 90 seconds is AMAZING!

[@thomaspelletier8449]

Incredible

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks, Thomas. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@JMBBPR]

Beautiful in every way

[@Takkon16]

i had to start singing along, my favorite song of all time and you played it so nicely, thank you so much ♥

[@joshcohenmusic]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching! 😄

[@sk8freestyle]

DUDE! i know this is a late comment to an old post but i just discovered this for the first time and your piano skills to rendition this song are on point, clicks with the fiber of my being.