Thundercat - 'Black Qualls (feat. Steve Lacy & Steve Arrington) [Single Version]' (Official Audio)

[@keeganwilliams111]

“Just moved out hood, doesn’t mean I’m doing good” That’s some real shit

[@socialscientist1895]

Then he digs even deeper with "Gotta keep it on the low, cuz I been robbed befo'"

[@JTu8925]

Wow. The hood is everywhere.

[@hornetbrown]

Shit, still gotta carry a gat in the burbs.

[@balmain-i3e]

That hit me, stay strapped my niggas

[@xaviermccloud4586]

@@JTu8925 No, no it's not.

[@nedtheproducer5777]

I am proud to say we have people like Thundercat, Steve Lacy, Kevin Parker, Mac DeMarco, Khruangbin, etc alive and making music today, and they will be our generations “classics”.

[@ferreirabonja]

lol, sure they will buddy

[@lenakingsleigh]

Hell yeah! Kevin Parker & Thundercat need to make a collab happen

[@vincebl9899]

They unfortunately won't. They have a niche audience. They'll be our generations hidden gems, not classics.

[@nedtheproducer5777]

@@vincebl9899 Nah dude real music is making a comeback. Artists like that are getting recognized by some of the most well known artists today and by rappers and stuff and it’s becoming “cool” to like real music again.

[@_.Dylan._]

@@nedtheproducer5777 I still can’t believe the popularity that IGOR got, and Thundercat everywhere on TikTok gives me hope

[@potofgoldseeker4248]

His mix of anime culture, 70s aesthetic, and adult swim is refreshing

[@gaiatakahashi]

Agree! The funkiest otaku evahhhhhhh!

[@gotjuice9]

late 70's, early 80's to be exact

[@adamyisrael2557]

@@gaiatakahashi I promise

[@MrMONEYMAN773]

Perfect blend 🌪

[@fsamedi]

It's called funk lol

[@MarioLeeScott]

My bass guitar survived a house fire, thundercat will sign my bass this year. this is golden music.

[@leximani7441]

SLAPIN DA BASS AAAYYEEEE

[@seancompton4721]

hey man I have to know, what with covid and all, if you still got the chance for Thundercat to sign it

[@MarioLeeScott]

@@seancompton4721 Not yet, I haven't been able to travel anywhere.

[@seancompton4721]

@@MarioLeeScott damn :(

[@_.Dylan._]

F

[@SidneyMosley]

These background harmonies are giving me a psychedelic high...

[@coreyblackmon2015]

DOPE I MEAN!!!

[@superazell]

Earthbound enemy encounter lol

[@pebbles9506]

This video is what you see when you get hella high

[@mercurykingfirst]

Be careful while going down the streets

[@the2ndcoming135]

“You woke up early. No one cares.”🙋🏻‍♂️

[@Reijainrobo]

It's mufukin' Thundercat Season 2020 my ninjas

[@spocho23]

My nissans

[@osufan77]

So find yourself a girl/guy, drink some brandy and light up a blunt.

[@LadySwag502]

😂😂 Hell Yeah!!😄😄

[@joedrums8578]

I have a Nissan Xterra. It's a 2003. :)

[@bigbenVelazquez]

WORD IS UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@blackcosmos]

Thundercat, Kaytranada, Steve Lacy, Sudan Archives n Esperanza Spalding stays in heavy rotation especially on wknds when doing my chores. 🖤

[@erikadavis4696]

Nice rotation...

[@ethansharma815]

celestial vibrationz strong line up

[@bren8151]

Esperanzaa

Check out my playlist "The Soul Cafe' Vol. 2".

[@velvetarcade6017]

mad props

[@tanzanitebluefly]

Does this song make anyone else instantly happy? I was chilling, kinda anxious bc quarantine is a turbulent experience, and this song came on. INSTANTLY I smiled and now I feel pretty happy((:

[@rayshunrayshun1876]

Facts!!!!

[@TabNaji]

I just like Steve's part

[@wackyclock]

this song's really good for that icl

[@roosolini7105]

If the whole album finna sound like this... oh my lord

[@bigbenVelazquez]

id be in heaven

[@bluesafari5405]

Lol, right

[@drgroove]

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[@filmbuff4]

so people say finna instead of gonna now?

[@skiptracer2988]

finna isn't an actual word.

[@luminone]

The arrangement on this joint is so superb. Those changes are killin me.

[@ItsMeDanyell]

Oddinhuman Music I was just saying that!! The chords on that bridge 😍

[@P0k3D0nd3M4cG]

You mean... Them Changes? *imma head out now*

[@the2ndcoming135]

When you got greens on the bong rip, and all of a sudden it’s your turn again on the rotation😆

[@Lol567ie]

Can't explain how meaty the bass lines are 😪

[@robertphillips7940]

Slap it

[@xtraordinarymachine3]

The meatiest of basslines.

[@leximani7441]

Thats why I love basslines

[@Turnerlb3]

Thundercat makes me want to learn to play Bass. And it's dope how he doesn't take himself so serious, but the quality of the music is so crazy.

[@tengukaze9199]

Do it. Get dat 6 string bass.

[@spht9ng]

@@tengukaze9199 6 strings have a neck so wide it's hella uncomfortable lol. 5 string is about as far as a we need to take it.

[@tengukaze9199]

@@spht9ng nahhh its not too bad lol at least the one I have. Takes getting used to but surprisingly easy to adjust

[@MarquitasKnottyCrush]

I think that's what makes me so emotional listening to his albums. His work is a worldwind of humanity spinning on a LP in my living room- he's felt all the feels and it resonates with each of us.

[@Xitronix]

0:20 this bassline gives me chills every time I hear it

[@lileafeechildishGUCCIpinto3000]

one of the very best guitarists, ever, I know

[@shaundanieljr.70]

This song is heavily underrated

[@johnnymundo1006]

Nah. Pretty recognized form thundercat fans

[@rodneylewis6104]

@johnnymundo 1006 bingo

[@shawnmcvey7789]

Thundercat is the perfect blend of 80s R&B, Jazz fusion, video game music, and funk.

[@MapleMilk]

New Thundercat, King Krule, and Tame Impala in the first half of 2020 This year is gon' be funky

[@angogobloggian5377]

Dont forget Mac :p

[@Tony_Mellas]

And now Anderson Paak + Flying Lotus collab!

[@FawnDoeMusic]

also intrigued by this rock inspired kendrick album that was announced

[@ExMeroMotu9]

How DARE you not include Khruangbin+Leon bridges release that's about to drop. Shame.. pure shame.

[@lucasyouell]

just waiting on vulf

[@TimmerTheChipper]

I don’t think we fully understand the genius of this song. Even surface level, the notion of bringing the Legendary Steve Arrington, Multi-Faceted Steve Lacy, and Daring & Original Childish Gambino together to create this piece is unfathomably great. Then 1-of-his-kind Thundercat is present. Jeez. What a roster!

[@kelitamiles7270]

🤯🤯🤯

[@DubGDJ]

This track is so SMOOTH. This one is a 9.5 out of 10. It takes 'cool' and drops it in the 'smooth'. It's got my favorite bassist, Thundercat, and 80's throwback, Steve Arrington and a member of one of my favorite groups (The Internet) Steve Lacy (so many Steve's!!!). I am enamored by the way Stephen Bruner (TCat) is paying homage to these greats (see the album "Drunk"). I can't wait for the album to drop. Got my pre-order ready to go.

[@PickHuey]

What kept it from being a 10 in your opinion?

[@penguinbedsheets773]

Pick Huey the mixing wasn’t great aswell. Not too bad tho, your only gonna notice if your playing it loud

[@Jay-ue2ic]

You got your Steves mixed up. Steve Arrington is the 80's singer most known for "Weak In The Knees".

[@horrido666]

one of my favorites of 2020. reminds me of the late 60s, early 70s, when I was a kid.

[@iceymagoo]

Too many Steve's don't spoil the broth.

[@heliosfag]

But I'll be so sweet

[@sharondalewis1620]

Lol

[@FaunaturaleOG]

Don't think about Too Many Cooks. DONT think about Too Many Cooks. DONT THINK ABOUT TOO MANY COOKS.

[@blackpilloverdose1013]

Bro you are like a new age Rick James bro like your funky sound is badass .

[@leeleeleelee420]

or if you mixed george clinton with bootsy collins plus a ton of hyperspacedust

[@Only1Science]

I got a pic with Thundercat, Battlecat and myself while in Cali a few years ago before the Pensado Awards. I'm frame'n that bidch and hangin' it in every McDonalds.

[@leonardwashington7979]

That post chorus is godlike damn

[@bluesafari5405]

Seriously godlike. I started to get goosebumps

[@thetitanian5544]

How was wife swap?

[@traphex]

Steve Arrington! Steve Lacy! featured in a Thundercat track! I can die happy now.

[@justicecadet5530]

All dey names is steve

[@kevinramsey4428]

Got a Grammy for Kendrick but now he need one for himself, this album was critical acclaimed. I’m calling it now, GRAMMY!

[@amazingsomehow3951]

I wish bro

[@kevinramsey4428]

@@amazingsomehow3951 he got 2 now brotha we good!

[@amazingsomehow3951]

@@kevinramsey4428 yooooo I ain't even know until this comment, thanks man

[@djbop]

Steve Arrington of Slave!? This is 🔥🔥🔥

[@daftman]

Sick beats as always my guy, wise choice to combo with Lacy

[@icarus212001]

Damn, the video didn't even get a chance to buffer before that thick funk hit me

[@Jenniferlwarm]

something so gloriously dreamy about this song

[@SkinnyHardawayESQ]

Damn...my mind is blown Thundercat did a song with my elder cousin Steve Arrington of Slave...one of Dayton Ohio's finest...the Land of Funk is still represented...thank you Thundercat

[@Kid_Ying]

Heard this come over the music system we use at work as it was already playing in my personal headphone. I had to do a double take but I got so happy.

[@brandonhill6143]

first time I heard the song....within the first 5 seconds I was smiling....baseline and drums are on point!

[@Trip8201]

This is just a stone groove and they got the legend Steve Arrington. Can’t wait to see this live performance

[@somedudeonyoutube1605]

"just moved out the hood doesnt mean i'm doin good. I wanna post this on the gram but dont think i should, is it just me or am i paranoid? Gotta keep it on the low cause i been robbed before" too relatable

[@TSWNMediaNetwork]

Lawd, the funk is strong with this one. Can't wait for the album to drop!

[@sebastianzubieta147]

When the hi-hat pattern switches to 16ths mid chorus it really brings the song to another level for me

[@MyaneeSekhmet]

I would love for Thundercat to either cover a Jamiroquai track or....even better ..... do a track with them.😊

[@jesusolmeda6582]

This song got some of the sweetest bass licks I have ever heard!

[@funkdocc7880]

Good vibes, so much soul

[@inktown2theyak]

OMG FREAKIN BABY JESUS THUNDER🌩😺CAT NEVER FAILS US! 🙏🏻 He has hook up with legends and must be ppl who really inspired him. And especially Arrington he is a sample legend. Far as hits sample by Tribe Called Quest and more. Thank you Thundercat, both of the Steve's and Michael McDonald, Loggins for linking up with Thundercat💯 And making historical music with him and the youth needed this one as well.

[@2manycards160]

One of the best beats ive heard in awhile. Appreciate you thundercats....

[@PalaceDude]

A Thundercat track, Flying Lotus on the production, and Steve Lacy featured. This is heaven.

[@Kalamamimbibee]

Thundercat gives me hope that pure funk and R&B are still alive and well 🎶🎵

[@LadySwag502]

I've ALWAYS loved Steve Arrington's unusual singing voice (@ 0:45)

[@TurmericJenkins]

He never wanted to sing at first. He is a drummer by trade

[@marektop5676]

IMHO it ruins the song

[@SpheleleNzama-h2n]

His album is crazy

[@4softee]

I deadass told my brother 2020 year of thundercat

[@piggywiggyxX]

Saw him in concert tonight, felt like i wasn’t even on earth!! The way he plays bass is incredible

[@toiverandolph1775]

I know you have your priority venues, thundercat. We need you to make an appearance in Florida, please

[@cuquee12]

Yes!! Love this. Always listening to his music on KZbin Music.

[@JosiahEverhart]

Thundercat used PSI Funkin Ω!

[@dkrumpenstein2370]

Never thought I’d find Earthbound humor here but damnit that’s amazing that I did

[@MapleMilk]

"Audience takes Mortal Damage!"

[@corsairbeoulve2459]

My favorite comment, first time I ever heard Thundercat I joke you not I thought "This badass grew up playing Earthbound" haha

[@cypher7898]

Audience starts dancing in a funky manner??!

[@chipskylark7249]

This is comedy gold

[@SmokeOne89]

Steve Arrington is a legendary musician.

[@rordrom3234]

I must say Thundercat, you are a huge inspiration to me, your album drunk is in my top 5 albums of all time.

[@ericanewtoncalhoun7429]

I’m addicted to the bass!!!

[@LookitsTook]

ITS GONNA BE SUCH A GOOD YEAR.

[@joedonovan2444]

is it now........

[@Snaz.z.z]

One of the best songs on earth rn I love this song

[@underdogglory2530]

We're back! Best line: "If we don't talk about it, then who will?" Let's do this!

[@someone-mw4by]

the Steves are plentiful

[@illestoftherealest]

In love with the way Steve says fear at 0:17

[@msAK85]

Love the intro

[@TracyAllenVideos]

This is nice💯Had to listen to it twice. My 24 yr old son got a picture with Thundercat either last year or the year before last. But I love the fact that this music is reminiscent of my youth mixed in with a feel of present time💥🔥🥰

[@EloniYawn]

This shit so cold!!!🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 AND Steve Arrington tho!!!😍😍😍

[@ninar.5745]

Damn! This is like nothing I've heard. Killing that bass line.

[@priesttd]

Thundercats vocals are giving me a Michael McDonald Vibe on this joint. 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@hellothere1266]

My favorite example of a song with a funky beat and rhythm and pretty darn depressing lyrics. "I'm just trying to live my life, I'm just trying to do whats right" when the world often times doesn't want/doesn't let you do the things you need to do, it sucks to be continually held in place by the society at large that dictates what we can or can't do based on how we look. Every time I listen to this song its like, I'm dancing, but I'm sad about it, too. Like this funkiness is only borne out of pain. I think that requires extra thanks to the people that can turn that pain into joyful music for others to jam to but also ponder upon.

[@poebeatsupemokidz]

This just made my year.

[@slicksilver2961]

I never thought I’d hear Steve Arlington from Slave in a Thundercat jam. Made my year. 10/10

[@autumn975]

Steve Arrington! Legend!

[@neverthere9494]

Can’t help but listen to this 8 times a day

[@briguy9749]

This collab is freaking amazing

[@inktown2theyak]

I know right!🎤🥁🎸

[@Gurpwnder]

The sheer level of funk in this song is simply delicious. Praise be to the three Steves.

[@vernellthomas6644]

I knew Thundercat was working on something!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@arjungutta7762]

0:39 still gives me chills

[@ampc34]

We've been waiting Bruh 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 you got Steve Lacey and Steve Arrington on this bad boy🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@ZhenMitch]

When the album drops it will be my birthday! This is the best bday present i ever got. Thank you Thunder!!! I been waiting on this for soooo long!!

[@matthewwilson3202]

Props to Thundercat for paying homage to Slave and Steve A

[@edwinalicea4693]

This guy is fire he bring that touch of the Earth Wind and Fire type of music he is something else in this type of music

[@Jusplainjon]

This brothers music is the TRUTH!

[@user-iq9fs7kq6b]

will always come back to this song

[@icemike5587]

No more living in fear...i felt that 🔥

[@keithlgray]

Thundercat is the single most underrated talent in music. If pure artistry were a measure, fella would be at the top of Billboard ...

[@LexiMooniee]

This song is dangerously addicting-

[@donavynberry9683]

I listen to them changes and return tp the journey on repeat

[@lirocruz5904]

I was playing Doom 3 while listening to this. When Steve Arrington’s part was on, it fits to the suspense in it. Because the game was known for being scary. I was glad that I found this song.

[@2manycards160]

I enjoy his honesty in this song... Very sad. But very uplifting

[@matttravers153]

This song is literally just 3 Steve's

[@SchoolofRockNRoll]

4 -- Flying Lotus' (this song's producer) real name Steven Ellison. Hes also related to the late Alice Coltrane

[@staceynlove]

Dope af!

[@TJ-jk4ut]

THUNDER CAT WITH STEVE?! Is this a dream 😭

[@quinnfoster7143]

Tierra j which steve tho..?

[@lordjugga168]

@@quinnfoster7143 Mainly steve arrington for me. Lacy is a great artist in his own right, but Arrington is a legend both for solo work and slave. Highly influential figure. It must've been crazy to work with him.

[@adamyisrael2557]

Thundercat helps you recover from the bad funk. And Hits you with that Hypnotic Funk

[@DaVince21]

Thundercat is an EarthBound boss. From the visuals all the way to the music.

[@itsawonderfullife5398]

YES FAM. This too accurate

[@adrian_9951]

My kids and I love Thundercat and "Weak in the Knees" is one of my theme songs... "I'm your main heartthrob..."

[@M4tth3wC]

this is criminally underrated

[@luiscavalcanti3431]

I was youtubing for thundercats cartoon then popped up this singer. I have to confess “ thank you very much KZbin I LOVE IT ❤️❤️❤️.. Impossible to get bored. Each new song I want more and more, lovin’ every single new minute with this new discovering

[@inktown2theyak]

Man These lyrics is LIFE! I just bought a crib on top of the hill And I bought a brand new ride, am I keepin' it real? There's nothin' wrong if you got it I'm not livin' in fear, I'm just been' honest 'Cause there's no more livin' in fear No more livin' in fear If we don't talk about it on the web I know I give a different vibe, yeah (On the web) I'm doin' what I like, whoa, whoa, whoa (On the web) I'm don't need you co-sign (The web) 'Cause I'm young enough and I'm old enough, both at the same time-i-i-ime (The web) Hey, don't trip on my aggression right there, oh (The web) 'Cause I can go in new directions, baby (The web) I'm just tryna live my life, do my best and that's alright (The web) Yes, I'm comfortable and that's what's tight (The web) Just moved out the hood, doesn't mean I'm doin' it good Wanna post this on the Gram, but don't think I should Is it just for me, or am I paranoid Gotta keep it on the low 'cause I been robbed before Sometime I wanna say that I'm blessed Black man's grind gon' answer the test Ah, the Creative spirit talkin', creative spirit walkin' And I don't wanna hurt nobody, hurt nobody, hurt nobody 'Cause there's no more livin' in fear No more livin' in fear If we don't talk about it on the web I know I give a different vibe, yeah (On the web) I'm doin' what I like, whoa, whoa, whoa (On the web) I'm don't need you co-sign (The web) 'Cause I'm young enough and old enough, both at the same, yeah (The web) Ah, ah, don't trip on my my aggression right there, oh (The web) 'Cause I can go in different directions, baby (The web) I'm just tryna live my life (The web) I'm just tryna do what's right (The web) GENIUS🎸

[@tom_sundog]

Agreed man amazing

[@inktown2theyak]

@The Stupid will Inherit the Earth I think you may have an addiction to KZbin... because wtf does your comment have to do with what's going on over here? Take that sh*t over to Twitter!

[@Tammy_bluelove]

You're the real one thanks for the lyrics 👍🏾

[@inktown2theyak]

@@Tammy_bluelove No problem😊💯 And real recognize real💯

[@Tammy_bluelove]

@@inktown2theyak 💯👌🏾

[@lileafeechildishGUCCIpinto3000]

i need to return to chicago to see him in concert, immediateyly ! woah

[@dbsstudios7942]

So there's Stephen (Thundercat), Steve and Steve all working on this song?? It's an epidemic of Steves...

[@jamesmclean2769]

Epidemic has such a negative connotation, let's call it The Council of Steves

[@dbsstudios7942]

@@jamesmclean2769 Forgot I made this. It was before "it" had hit where I live so I didn't really think much of it haha

[@henrysmith7459]

Wow I'm digging the sound of this dude THUNDER KAT w/that big ass pink bass , I was listening to some old school Steve Arrington's music to get through the boredom of the coronavirus lockdown and came upon this unknowingly and this young man is good fr fr go THUNDER KAT play that shit he's the 2020 version of MR. BOOSTY COLLINS from the 70s 👍👍👍🎸🎸🎸🎤🎹🥁💪✌😎 really digging his vibe oh yeah nice video w/ Havana G. 😁😁😁

[@mjrleaguesweetie]

0:01 starts slappin’

[@juliusrosen7190]

Explored more of the newest album, and now I enjoy this song!!!

[@inactive9544]

Thundercat also looks like me grappling with early-stage adulthood

[@theresabrown1337]

No more living in fear 🖤