Sample Breakdown: Gotye - Somebody That I Used To Know

Edited by @gabrielmendes9700, sample finds and its credits are at the outro.
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0:00 - Intro
0:13 - Seville (Nylon Guitar)
0:47 - Ba Ba Black Sheep (Xylophone)
1:08 - Co-Gona Voodoo ("Boofy Drums")
1:23 - Verse Breakdown
1:31 - Woke Up This Morning ("Tango Drums")
1:57 - Memphis (Electric Guitar)
2:11 - Verse Breakdown (Part 2)
2:21 - Puerto De Barranquilla (Cowbell)
2:46 - Mellotron
2:57 - Final Breakdown & Outro
Somebody I Used To Know is owned by Gotye and Eleven Music, its video is owned by Natasha Pincus.

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<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="0">0:00</a> - Intro <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="13">0:13</a> - Seville (Nylon Guitar) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="47">0:47</a> - Ba Ba Black Sheep (Xylophone) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="68">1:08</a> - Co-Gona Voodoo ("Boofy Drums") <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="83">1:23</a> - Verse Breakdown <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="91">1:31</a> - Woke Up This Morning ("Tango Drums") <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="117">1:57</a> - Memphis (Electric Guitar) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="131">2:11</a> - Verse Breakdown (Part 2) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="141">2:21</a> - Puerto De Barranquilla (Cowbell) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="166">2:46</a> - Mellotron <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="177">2:57</a> - Final Breakdown & Outro

[@johnmartinez7440]

Ffs how did I never realise it was Baa Baa Black Sheep

[@hakubestgirl]

@@johnmartinez7440 it's honestly quite a bit of a reach if you ask me

[@hakubestgirl]

@@johnmartinez7440 especially since baa baa black sheep has the exact same notes as twinkle little star and the alphabet song but you won't see people saying they sampled each other

[@christiangutierrez9121]

Thanks

[@frasierfreak92]

@@hakubestgirlhow’s it a reach when it’s the exact sample? 😂

[@user-cx5mb2xr4h]

Whoever decided to actually sit down and find all if these samples is a legend

[@ZeranZeran]

I'm far from a professional but for me it just comes from seeking out music and listening to it.. all of it. If I find a jazz artist from Portgual or Spain I like, I try to listen to a full album, or if I really like them, all their work. Then when you're making a beat it suddenly hits you "Wait.. the guitar from that Laurindo Almeida would go perfectly with this.." and boom. I love that about music. Bobby Caldwell is one who I downloaded and loved EVERY album, he is such a huge inspiration to me. Damn good dance music too, and all of the above have been so frequently sampled I didn't realize it until I tried myself!

[@cr1nge689]

Gotye actually produced this track!

[@thiagoluiz3859]

​@@ZeranZeran To me it happens in tha same way, I usually sample Brazilian songs, and when I'm producing, suddenly a crazy idea, sometimes more than one appear in my mind, and I quickly put it on my song.

[@thiagoluiz3859]

​@@ZeranZeranI think what I like the most when it comes to producing, is the originality that each producer can dropp in it's songs, no need to follow 100% producing rules or mixing rules, the more original you are, the more special your song will be.

[@SPINNINGMYWHEELS777]

they are mentioned in the post-script of the song production for legal purposes and then catalogued on sites like 'whosampled'. go check it out. they've been doing it since 1990. It could be mentioned on the single or album itself.

[@vitamin_cplus]

this is insane, i always thought this was entirely composed from scratch

[@Aclipsiya]

I believe that in industry most songs is sampled from old 60's 70's song

[@Kasia3127]

@@Aclipsiya You should check out Gotye's documentaries from the Making Mirrors album (where this song is from). He wrote, performed, sampled, and produced everything. Kimbra sang on this song and another friend of his played bass on a few. Otherwise, all him!

[@iminsideyou2717]

I thought so too, until one day I was watching tv and like a beer commercial came on with a song that sounded like the intro to somebody I used to know. I was surprised to find out how sampled the song really was

[@mrgreatbritain]

I knew about the Luiz Bonfa sample (think Gotye donated royalties to him?) but the others are new to me!

[@Prodbyquake]

It is also difficult to find the right samples and arrange them

[@nathangibbons9492]

I had no idea the song was that heavily layered. Thank you for making this

[@casual1059]

Same

[@coprilettodelnapoli5466]

What can someone study to learn how to sample and to understand how is layered a song?

[@fabricator.cap.hill.seattle]

@@coprilettodelnapoli5466 research ever technique mentioned. That's it.

[@snottyboy9983]

@@coprilettodelnapoli5466 just start.

[@MischieviousJirachi]

​@@coprilettodelnapoli5466 Listen to music that samples stuff !

[@4lssis468]

damn bro that sampling is just genius shit

[@danerd8978]

Wow I had respect for this song. Lost it all. Record some real instruments, it's not that hard. Quit stealing!

[@morethanyou.]

@@danerd8978boy u are tripping hard because I guarantee you you won’t ever have the ear or ability to take tracks and turn them into new ones

[@Apeirogon]

@@danerd8978you’ll be disappointed to find some of the most popular early hip hop tracks were mainly sampled beats

[@moreroids_morehemorrhoids]

@@danerd8978 i know u suck at music just from reading that take

[@1313UD]

​@@danerd8978u should try making a track as complex as this. Layering samples like this seems easy but it's extremely hard.

[@furkanyilmaz0]

idk why but this seems somehow way more impressive than if it was actually played with real instruments, i honestly believe this much layer of sampling takes more musical knowledge and ear

[@jakedeutscher]

Right. wtf my mind is being blown. I kind of just expected this song to be real instruments. I have a different respect for it.

[@YoungYahtz94]

Same. Stuff like this is why I almost prefer sampling and love it so much. You can make something so cool and new out of multiple older pieces and the possibilities are endless. And the sounds are already properly recorded and mixed. It’s also why I think the creation of hip hop was genius, they didn’t have/couldn’t afford all those instruments nor had the lessons, some kids from the ghettos chopped up parts of other songs and put them together and made new records

[@1337murk]

​​@@YoungYahtz94You're wrong about the kids who started hiphop, lots of them were trained musicians, Nas was a trumpet player, flava flav from public enemy played tons of instruments at a high level, guys like madlib play everything from piano to flutes to drums to much more, and TONS of other artists are dope musicians. Also, it's harder to create from samples when you're limited with amount of notes, length of notes, background sounds in the samples, and various other aspects. You shouldn't assume those guys had no money for instruments and no training because that is so wrong. Kinda racist view to hold tbh

[@YoungYahtz94]

@@1337murk there were rappers before Nas and all those people you named lmao I’m talking about the days of DJ Kool Herc and them, the earliest hip hop records were literally samples. It’s got nothing to do with racism (Not to mention I’m black in the first place🤣) it’s how it started out. I think you need to do your research . I been a hip hop fan since the late 90s my friend I’ve quite literally done my homework on this. And whether it’s harder to create from samples or not is subjective, I respectfully but totally disagree with you on that

[@1337murk]

@@YoungYahtz94 The earliest hiphop records were not samples tho. The earliest hiphop records were played by bands, and then guys like Rick Rubin was disapointed that they didn't have the same feel as the block parties, which were breaks being juggled on the turntables. Hence why slightly later into it Rick brought samples into actual records. Your history is off my dude.

[@NathanMandjes]

It’s genius. Because Gotye is a multi-instrumentalist AND a sample master apparently. It takes such a good ear and vision to make it all work, making it so believable we all thought it was just him playing.

[@Cats-Eye]

i had no idea there were any samples in this song other than the guitar part, which i also had no idea was chopped

[@spliffsoldier]

Make more 303 videos!

[@sangamharsolia5069]

I never thought anyone could make sample breakdowns better than tracklib but it is even better! Thank you🎉

[@gabrielmendes9700]

Cheers!

[@ThisUsernameSystemF-ckingSucks]

​@@gabrielmendes9700awesome vid!

[@rjmario2234]

This was a lightning in a bottle moment

[@ThePwig]

You sound listen to the entire album. This song isn’t the strongest on there

[@lucasgraeff5391]

@@ThePwig I've never heard the full album, but saying that THIS song is not the strongest is a bold statement. I'm gonna listen to the album tonight, you really made me interested. Thanks!

[@Kasia3127]

@@lucasgraeff5391 I'm so happy to see more people checking out more Gotye all over the comments!!

[@lucasgraeff5391]

I've listened to it and definitely am mind blown. I wasnt prepared for this! I need more listens, my faves were Smoke and Mirrors and State of Art, but to me STWUTK is still the best. But maybe this will change with more rotations on the album@@Kasia3127

[@deathheated]

@@lucasgraeff5391how did you like it?

[@MaxStephens77]

This song came on the radio the other day and I was just thinking how well produced it was. Had no idea it was so sample based. This is some pro-level sampling.

[@Shioumenato]

Yeah im sure Gotye could have had a huge career solo. But since he got in that other band I rarely hear anything about him. But seeing how his music creation process is very technical and time consuming I can imagine why it would be tiring.

[@laylover7621]

This is absolutely insane. I didn't even know this song used samples, yet alone one of the most impressive uses of sampling I've ever seen

[@Kasia3127]

Check out his documentaries from the Making Mirrors album! He is so heavy on sampling and all sorts of crazy techniques! :)

[@gustavohernandez8888]

Wait till you hear about dilla

[@laylover7621]

​@@gustavohernandez8888dilla is really great but he doesn't really go crazy layering samples

[@gustavohernandez8888]

You’re right. The era of just having a looper is very dated early 2010’s, Dilla is completely timeless.

[@IsraelMurilo]

Just like Daft Punk songs, crazy samples in every song. Listen to Face to Face...

[@thomashartwell4335]

It was years after listening to and loving Making Mirrors that I found out Gotye primarily works with samples and even considers himself more of an engineer than a musician--and to be honest, the work and artistry that goes into his productions on that album are phenomenal. Really tremendous piece of work, thank you for highlighting it here!

[@rainy5517]

I used to listen to his music quite some years ago now, but didn't keep up. Does he still produce music?

[@SiIhou]

@@rainy5517no

[@SamtheAngelFox]

This is what makes Gotye more than just a one hit wonder, he is seriously a sampling genius

[@YoungYahtz94]

This is a perfect example of why I love sampling. It’s way more dope than it gets credited for especially amongst newer producers, there’s an art to it in and of itself. You gotta be pretty well rounded musically to even know these songs let alone piece them together to make something new

[@idglet9565]

Genius level sampling. Each one simple but layered to perfection

[@maxisstillcooler]

this is honestly much more impressive than if it was made from scratch

[@lemonhscott7667]

I had no idea this was a sample based song that is Incredible!

[@mrclaytron]

Amazing breakdown - TBH I didn't even know this song was so sample driven

[@mjgamerboy]

This may be the most impressive sample breakdown video on youtube right now, well done. I fucking love this song, had no idea it was sampled

[@gabrielmendes9700]

thank you :)

[@alphalax7747]

Me neither i only knew the seville thing

[@OwenWatkins21]

Go see how daft punk made face to face

[@itssnowing7258]

i am genuinely amazed at the creativity... I had no idea how much actually went into the song

[@NxcturnalSounds]

I somehow gained even more respect for this amazing song

[@Mr.Liam.]

People calling this stealing are bloody mad and don't know how the music industry of today is. People use the same keys, the same chord progressions many times over and over in pop songs. A small 4-5 note sample amongst many other samples mixed to fit like this deserves to standalone within it's own level of artistry.

[@jo4ogameplays]

incredible editing. i appreciate it a lot

[@huntrrams]

Ikr! Reminds me of Tracklib’s vids. They did An amazing breakdown.

[@OMN1N]

the industrial revolution and its consequences

[@bauspanderu]

This just makes me appreciate this song even more. I remember watching the music video of this song on my wii over and over again.

[@MartinGamer-jw6op]

THIS. IS. FUCKING. LIT!!!

[@mirandagoldsack]

i already thought this was a pop all-timer but JESUS. copious amounts of just sheer genius on display here

[@prodjaysan]

up there with don’t cry in sampling breakdown

[@jeffo466]

Don't cry is my fav sample flip of all time!!!

[@thaat1]

Damn, this makes me rethink the notion that samplers aren't musicians. Incredible.

[@mudleydatthews]

I didn’t know the song had this many samples, props to whoever found them all.

[@mmabelward]

This is actually insane 😭

[@OHHnoYOUdidntMAN]

10/10 editing, effects and video production.

[@jury7228]

Creativity at it's finest

[@soulchorea]

Sheesh this is crazy. I have always felt like Gotye was a genius in hiding; I love his ideas!

[@beefknuckles]

One of the craziest bedroom productions of all time because almost nobody could tell it was a sampled bedroom production. Nice vid laying it out bro

[@wariusgaius]

Great ff-in’ breakdown. I remember Gotye talking about how much the main sample cost him. Which he didn’t mind too much. Anyway, superb and tasteful sampling techniques. And a great video which you put a lot of love in. Subscribed.

[@meghraaz1501]

The craziest sample breakdown in history of music.

[@mrgreatbritain]

This song was already incredible enough for the impact and records it broken, but to be composed so meticulously is nothing short of astounding. Gotye (and the team behind it) really gave us their best here

[@JerichoScott]

Wow I knew about the Luis Bonfa and Ba Ba Black Sheep one but not the rest.

[@joelpadilla3562]

This is an incredible resource! Thank you for being here

[@davidkoch9123]

Impeccable work, just showing how Gotye is a genius.

[@deenmohammad385]

Underrated af channel 🔥 Amazing breakdown

[@SkibidiToiletFortniteOhio]

This is insane sample work and an extremely well-done video

[@aurisbunni]

Can we appreciate the editing in this one? So clean!

[@KLab64]

As someone who has always loved music and the history of music. And started making my own music when I was 10 on my first computer and I'm 38 now I was also always interested in the origin of samples. I take pride in knowing where most samples originate and often how they evolved over the years. I gotta say I've never seen the progression of taking a sample chopping up re arranging it and whatever else the song may ultimately call for and all, I have never seen such a great job visualizing it as you have in this video. I just stumbled into this video so I'd you have more I haven't seen than YET. Cause I'm bout to go and check now. You got a new subscriber out of me. Not that gaining an old musician who makes music no one wants to listen to is a real gain. Lol

[@gakhed]

That amazing! Thank you for making this :)

[@Danielmksmusic]

Great editing! I watched another great breakdown video of this song, but this is even better!

[@Metzok]

So awesome, thanks for the break down!

[@markevansdj]

Great breakdown and presentation. Top work

[@L_Valentino]

Great video, love how your breakdown of the song shows how intricate the production was

[@mixbax2843]

Thank you for the fantastic work you have done. I can't wait for you to add more pieces! The video editing is also beautiful, I can't imagine how much time you spent on it...! Well done, well done, well done!

[@blckprntbyshiftedshore]

Absolutely insane, great series, thanks for putting this together! This is pure nerd-worthy material!

[@pgreens]

Very impressive editing! To Sample Sanctuary AND Gotye!

[@muzuu9988]

what a great video! the editing is tasty🤌

[@ChampDJ_10]

Now if I listen to this song it would not be the same...this sample breakdown provides a newfound perception.

[@extereem1260]

Superb job

[@thesamplecorner]

Incredible work man!

[@alansyoutube]

Great job ❤

[@LeChevalierLelion]

Insane work!

[@YHK_YT]

Very good editing and pacing, just amazing

[@monday_scherocky]

Man, you're doing AMAZING job. Keep it going😎

[@MrMikomi]

A lot of work has gone into this. It's revelatory for me. Many thanks.

[@SmityHead]

This actually makes me appreciate that track more, thank you ♥

[@wr0zek738]

bro made a hit and all of a sudden became someone that we used to know

[@klucy9206]

Excellent video

[@celestehernandez2000]

I always thought this song had such a unique sound. It makes sense now knowing how many samples it uses! Very cool

[@Mickhealthy]

Amazing work 🎉

[@chaaa1115]

This is incredible thanks for the video

[@alexeyvishnyakov8132]

incredible! didn’t know that there were so many samples in this song. thank you!

[@Ikeremnp]

MASTER VIDEO

[@Victoria-el3kr]

This channel is crazyyyyy! Keep it going

[@KocaMetallec]

This is THE HIGHEST the Sample Breakdown could get. Both audio and visually. Ridiculously splendid work F, I will subscribe!

[@blurblur]

This concept is just amazing, keep going!!

[@captain_serene]

Keep going man, this is tight and worth a cup of grog

[@TheMotiveDJ]

This video is amazing.

[@dyllanfolay8850]

AWESOME!

[@adrianghandtchi1562]

See I knew it was the first song that was the source for a sample, but I had no idea that there were multiple samples from various other pieces. this is spectacular work and I can’t stop watching you did great

[@Panda-ub8iv]

Man, this is so awesome. I did not know the whole song had so many samples and the editing is great! New subscriber for suuuuree, I’d love to see more of these

[@gaffo27]

this is the kind of video that youtube should be recommending me, loved it!

[@blade1297]

there is some great content dude keep it up

[@H1660L1C10US]

Excellent content. Can’t wait for more

[@sannansaleh_]

need more vids from this channel - keep em coming!

[@Caesar_Online]

Beyond incredible

[@PlayChannelLuki]

This is TRULY AMAZING

[@ThePwig]

That entire album is fantastic. A complete artistic expression

[@spectical8045]

Man Never have I ever seen the sample breakdown of Gotye that clearly, Btw great work!!😮👏🔥

[@jtonthatrack3984]

Such clean chops 🧼

[@mamiTR]

No word, thank you

[@soundtorial4567]

Awesome work. Instant subbed

[@TokyMiku]

I love Sample Breakdowns! This one was very interesting. Instant Sub :D

[@treemarie3080]

Wow!! Your channel rocks dude 🔥

[@AN0NYMALL1]

Bro, u so good at this deconstructing

[@Amuzic]

Awesome edit...towards the end.

[@MicahBeatz]

beautiful samples

[@awppenheimer]

I can't even comprehend how someone is able to do this

[@qbst6418]

incredible

[@coolborndj]

Awesome work

[@dnbkilla]

Great research! Thank you!

[@HeltenDaggert]

Amazing

[@moreroids_morehemorrhoids]

It never crossed my mind that a massive hit would have so many samples, that's impressive work for sure