Joey Bada$$ covers Mos Def 'UMI Says' for Like A Version

Joey Bada$$ covers Mos Def 'UMI Says' for triple j's Like A Version, featuring KYE.
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[@triplej]

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[@chrismackenzie3184]

So good, are these played live on the radio still?

[@manformclay]

They been playing heaps of them cause of the 100 best like a version they just had

[@christian6455]

Been a Year Since this Classic Video Drop

[@donniecilenti2631]

Joey taking back shots like meek?

[@jadenspare]

Nah this is almost too perfect… He did that as if it was his own track 😭

[@jadenspare]

@@brianmichaelpause What does this have to do with how he dresses… Im talking about the music. Nobody said he did it better than Mos.

[@LondonKay7]

Yeah he did. I've had this on repeat for a minute.

[@bessidahorse]

@@brianmichaelpauseyes he did 💯

[@seanfernandez5735]

Well put...proper✊🏼✌🏽🤘🏼👍🏼

[@houseofthestoneage]

💯💯

[@tsepomatjaka2700]

this is honestly one of the best covers i've ever seen

[@YELLINGINTOTHEVOID]

SHOUTOUT to the audio engineers. This thing sounds magical!

[@nicholasphiri2267]

Need this on Spotify i see myself driving to this

[@Nic-tg5to]

​@@nicholasphiri2267same. But I still put it on KZbin and drive on repeat just vibing

[@Nikolayski1337]

Vocals 10/10 Music 10/10 Performance 10/10 Class 10/10 Enjoyment 10/10 This is gold.

[@nikchris69]

I love this performance but 10/10 class? bruh

[@iamjuangeorge]

@@nikchris69 bro this is very classy yes, I think it's very classy even that dance at the very end, in addition to the impeccable singing

[@phillyvoodoo]

​@iamjuangeorge yup... a James Brown/ Michael Jackson Crip Walk

[@gothikayessex625]

You left out the fit. So fresh yet so classic. ♥️

[@yvngarmz5984]

Damn this man is growing as a performer. His voice has improved so much and his dancing is fire too!!!

[@HunterMusicYoutube]

they're running an autotune on his vocal

[@DominationOC]

@@HunterMusicKZbin its not auto tune its only reverb

[@get_down_funky1751]

this. i saw him perform 8 years ago.. he's come a long way expressing body-self.

[@iggykad]

@@HunterMusicKZbin yall rly need to understand the difference between autotune and simple editing lmfao its embarrassing

[@HunterMusicYoutube]

@@iggykad damn... i feel embarrassed

[@MrMISTANOODLES]

This song is on repeat 20 years now. Love to see the new generation covering this timeless music.

[@HouseofAdaornment]

💯

[@blurain3068]

Wow 20 years ago!!! MOS Def

[@Just_Cr8te]

Timeless, indeed! Always my go-to song!

[@andrewthomas364]

Hard to believe that it was a Jordan shoe commercial that put me on to Black on Both Sides and this TIMELESS track.

[@arrayofgratitude]

Omg it's really been 20yrs? 😧😱

[@cousinchris5851]

This is proof that Hip-hop music needs subgenres. This isn't just rap 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@sanelephilanindlovu1348]

Spot on 🤟

[@jimmynickelz]

It enables creativity and growth. Beautiful.

[@MrTnorth80]

I Agree!

[@sk33t_38]

this isnt hip hop whatsoever, its already a genre called Neo Soul. Mos Def is a rapper and made this song. Just because a rapper does music in another genre, that doesnt make whatever genre they do a subgenre of hip hop. It really doesnt matter though as I think people worry about genre too much and music is much more fun when you dont put everything in a box.

[@loba49]

So true! So much nuance in hip hop and it all gets thrown into one major category and then dismissed by so many who don’t know the artistry and the pure sharing of human experience. 🙌🏽

[@SLBEZC]

We need this vibe back in the culture…it’s needed

[@octaviolove]

foundation shit

[@em.5941]

it never left it’s called neo soul plenty of artists do it

[@kylerobinson8913]

Get Lior and anyone that thinks like him , out of the music business. He said it himself on the Breakfast Club. Not what you said but why the music is what it is now.

[@klaw6909]

Right

[@randomgamerdude98]

Yeah its called jazz/neo soul

[@Michael-fs1cw]

Beautiful cover. Joey killed it like everything else he touches. Yasiin Bey would be proud of this one I reckon

[@aaronpetri6224]

Son you scared me with the last sentence. For a second I thought Mos Def passed.

[@abn_tx]

@@aaronpetri6224 Yea, he definitely needs to edit that shit.

[@DrBigFMC]

Yasiin is still with us man

[@spateri728]

Yasiin Bey...the mighty mighty Mos...doesn't matter. What a track, Joey did it justice! 👌

[@rgw1380rw]

@@aaronpetri6224 His name is Yasiin Bey.

[@MrDobDobalina]

New respect for Joey Bada$$. A track that never comes to mind when thinking of a cover. He captured the entire vibe and did absolute justice. Everything from the band, backup singer and Bada$$ himself was second to none. 🔥🔥🔥

[@MrBartblue]

It was at least distant second to Mos Def/ Yasiin Bey

[@MrDobDobalina]

@@MrBartblue No one can touch the original my brother. That'll never happen.

[@MrBartblue]

@@MrDobDobalina hahaha… Cheers, my Brother. But the Youngblood, Joey Bada$$ did a beautiful job. He brought back that ‘99 feeling.

[@tylerpurrden]

He plays this with the fire and energy that was in the original and beyond! He's so damn impressive. And I'm still reeling that he played the Rebel I-N-S (Inspectah Deck) in 3 episodes of that Wu-Tang show on Hulu and absolutely killed it 🤯

[@dublancdedinde]

​​​@@MrBartblue we should all stop having this competitive mindset with covers. joey's goal isn't to be better than the original. people do covers to show their interpretation of a song and bring their own essence into it, which is beautiful! please stop trying to pin the versions against each other and just appreciate the music.

[@guyeaston5265]

I've seen this guy's name around for years and never knew he was this talented. Officially a fan

[@paulh.9937]

Joey badass is a phenomenal rapper. Check out his 1999 album. It's an absolute classic that he dropped at 17 years old. He also has some more rnb, neo soul songs that you should hear.

[@uncoknxwme9250]

shit ur so lucky, I wish to be in your place. back in the days, the first song I've heard. and he is still one of my fav artist

[@KJ-je9pm]

Listen to his album All American Badass. The first half is phenomenal!

[@musicngelato]

Additionally he’s an Oscar winner

[@jesuschrist3165]

Joey Bada$$ has some phenomenal music. Glad to hear this put you onto him :)

[@reportedstolen3603]

Now I need an UMI Says remix: Robert Glasper(Keys), Yussef Dayes(Drums), Thundercat (Bass) 💕

[@miaross5189]

The comment needs more attention

[@onnaquest]

Super group 🔥🔥🔥

[@Damj1514]

Yes

[@princesst30]

He killed it AND the band is phenomenal. This cover is just beautiful and bright.

[@Meeks1102]

exactly why I'm glad he shouted out the individuals accordingly I've meet him twice in santa Ana definitely as humble in person as in the videos

[@kennymorales5838]

@@Meeks1102the observatory oc ?

[@KJ-je9pm]

Joey and the band did an amazing job! He even sounds like Mos Def at times 🔥

[@nichellewilson2117]

Yup

[@APlanetCalledOther]

So true, he does

[@vanessadumay5960]

Ok his sound is on key

[@JetWarrior]

"I ain't no perfect man, I'm tryna do the best that I can with what it is I have" has been my mantra ever since I first heard this song 15 or so years ago. This was always my favorite from the album. Phenomenal cover!

[@Blacklotus63]

Damnnnnn - didn't know Joey could sing like this. Respect!

[@adamalexander5634]

A beautiful tribute to a timeless song. Ride that gentle vibe wherever you are.

[@normp3273]

Just terrific! Joey did a great job. This is why I'm a fan of his. And I'm 50 years old. I wish the young man continued success!

[@userXV7SNW1XCA]

peace to you !

[@benitojohnson532]

I'm the same age as well as most def this is validated

[@ayekaloji]

A Joey album with these R&B sounds would go HAM!! 🤌😮‍💨

[@Simmethegreat]

Lost my mother not too long been having this song in repeat… good timing from one of my fav rappers!

[@untoldbliss5489]

May she rest in peace and may your life be blessed with love and abundance❤

[@dansilva71]

She is in a better place my G, with God in peace and soul resting, stay up brother she always with you

[@christopherduncan4581]

I too am in that fraternity. May your memories of her continue to give you strength.

[@gregorymartrise9598]

🙏

[@PERKIODURKIO]

I’m sorry for your loss

[@DanielGonzalez-po7pn]

One of the best hip-hop songs on one of the best album. Long live The Immortal Mos Def.

[@spateri728]

Not really a hip hop track but an amazing album and track all the same.

[@maxwellsamuel3255]

@@spateri728 it’s a hip hop song g

[@iancox7483]

@@maxwellsamuel3255t’s not. It’s a jazz/soulful record with singing vocals

[@spateri728]

@@maxwellsamuel3255 Its soul/ R&B music but whatever. Love the track. Always have👌

[@scienz]

this is why hiphop is dead. the supposed hip hops fans dont even know what a hiphop song is

[@NetSpotgmail]

I am at a loss for words. He did more than justice to this song. We thank you so much for this...Blessings to you...

[@nuggetz9380]

its so good

[@zislec]

I was like: …There is nobody who could cover this song …except Joey apparently. I’m surprised and amazed. Also the band is absolutely outstanding. 🔥🔥🔥

[@invisiblecurious856]

Dilla4ever

[@zislec]

@@invisiblecurious856 I see u Lord Quas 😌🤙🏾

[@LLusion]

1:41 hit different

[@cagrbertugkymaz7369]

This is truly a badass performance

[@davido3109]

Boooooooom boooooooom!!!!!!

[@robertoandresromero799]

it's *Most Definitely* a badass performance, huh?

[@user-ew1xu4wq4k]

It’s crazy he has ALWAYS reminded me of Mos Def. The way he talks and ofc his rapping style and also how he’s an actor. Both from Brooklyn. He could be Mos Def’s son honestly😂

[@jasongalvan4668]

cant believe this doesnt got millions of views

[@aleclaurent4853]

He finally embraced he sounds like Mos Def when he sings

[@e66iu]

This is NEEDED. We heard from Yasin's Umi in the 90's. Now Joey's Umi blesses us. BROOKLYN STAND UP!!!!!!

[@techhead57]

You can tell this a man covering a song he loves and has so much respect for. I can guarantee he's done this in the mirror a few times!!!!!!

[@JamesTenn]

In the moment that he did this he was the apotheosis of cool, of smooth and groove. Full vibe with his band. World class achievement with this beautiful song. Love this.

[@nooneuno8879]

The whole ensemble KILLED it....they did an AMAZING job on this cover!!!!🔥🔥🔥

[@scarrood]

Holy fudge. I didn’t know that Joey could sing this clean. I’m in love with that song and this interpretation as well! I, I guess WE, need this on streaming platforms ASAP, I beg you! I cannot believe what my ears have been blessed with! Thank you Joey and tripleJ!

[@Maxipadtriplesix]

His "When Thugs Cry" cover of Prince's "When Doves Cry" is also on this channel and also amazing

[@scarrood]

@@Maxipadtriplesix thank you for this recommendation! I didn’t know it, but I also love this one! :)

[@bpswank429]

@@scarrood he sings on aaba

[@bpswank429]

@@scarrood temptation

[@queenelizabella]

this video should have 1M+ views

[@gabrielhughes4473]

The talent is unfathomable

[@LemonfaceBeatz]

Such big shoes to fill on this classic song and Joey smashes it.

[@breakupnotdown]

One of my all time favorite songs. Loving the james brown feet shuffles, you can tell he's feeling it. RIP capital steez

[@9mod9]

WOW! Thats all I can say. The beauty of live music.

[@HandsomeMandela]

I said it before and I’ll say it again…..the more I see Joey Bada$$, the more like him. He’s mad talented in both music and acting. He bodies this cover as well.

[@poopfartlord9695]

Fuck I love Joey, and this is one of my favourite Mo's Def songs. A match made in heaven 🙏.

[@NoEnemiesRahim]

Same absolutely in love with this

[@OasisSanctum]

Same brother - too good aye!

[@benjaminnewton636]

Too right brother!

[@CastroJr92]

His singing voice hear sounds incredible this was a great performance

[@TrenPastor]

Vibes had him crip walkin' on the flow.

[@killawattz9773]

As someone who used to have a huuuuuge crush on Mos def as a kid this just brings me so much joy as an adult. Mos’/Yasiin’s legacy NEEDS to be carried out. The last of the black is beautiful neo-soul era. We need it.

[@CJMusashi87]

Being a late 80’s baby while growing up in the early 90’s experiencing this type of music. Was a Classic and Golden magnificent Era 🔥

[@c3zr858]

glad he’s gettin recognized, he’s been at it for a long min and he’s definitely top 10.

[@Slattimirputin]

Nah man Joey did this cover so much justice it’s crazy. Damn near just as good as the original.

[@tototima8126]

Joey is already one of my favorite rappers but I never knew he could sing this good! Beautiful 🖤

[@matheusdantas2768]

Joey is the greatest person to make this cover be perfect. DOPE!

[@wendigo8063]

for anyone who doesn’t know, the most likely reason he covered this song is because he had an old freestyle song called 20 mile freestyle where he used the beat from UMI says song. it’s actually a really good freestyle that helped him get into the spotlight early in his career.

[@Forevertupou]

Umi Says sounds like inner peace.

[@desiredrapfilms]

Such a humble dude! Way more than just a rapper 🔥

[@range1one]

one of my fave Mos Def songs. seeing joey doing this gave me chills! he killed it! love seeing and hearing his own rendition of this!

[@ThaSound]

When you cover a hit; you gotta make it your own!……..Accomplished. Props👍🏿👏🏿👍🏿

[@Priscilla-bv3ul]

add this to Spotify rn !!!

[@grizz7271]

Godwilling, there’s other Triple J covers on Spotify so hopefully we see this one soon!

[@khairt1731]

This is totally unexpected! I love this song. It's a Hip Hop classic. Joey is the new golden child of Hip Hop 💯

[@dashseck7595]

The audacity...for this performance to be as good as or better than the original...please let's not forget how magically fantastic the BAND is ❤

[@beautifulmindsgroup]

That breakdance holy spirit at the end is epic!!!

[@mroutlook]

WOW!!! The cover of this song and performance is 🔥🔥🔥

[@sophiawilliams9851]

I’m blown away by this performance. This beautiful man has amazing presence🙌🏾

[@nichellewilson2117]

Yeees

[@34kingchris]

SOMEONE GET THIS ON STREAMING PLATFORMS PLEASE!

[@BoonMcNougat]

This is my fave Like a Version cover of all time, wish I was able to vote for it in the Like a Version Hottest 100 😢😢

[@Tayoo21]

Joey can sing!

[@acioligabriel]

Wow, beautiful. I dare anyone to try not love listening to Joey singing over a good instrumental like this.

[@djdelightfull]

Stunned on many levels. Beautiful recording and engineering work too, everything sounds perfect.

[@a.mtheknight8734]

This took me back… I was screaming the lyrics. This song just hits my soul. Yasin Bey (MosDef) made song that literally transcends generations. I just want my people to be free…

[@jeffreymclean3358]

This is some great musicianship

[@Aaron-sg8br]

He killed it! Before I pressed play I didn't know what to think!! He did it like he wanted to claim this for himself!

[@noproblems3192]

Spot on!

[@thedon4258]

Joey always puttin on for NY. Even got Evan Fournier to play drums🔥🔥

[@danielc8602]

Goosebumps. For the whole song. I love the original and this cover does it justice. JOEY F*CKING BADASS

[@Ethanielas]

Man he sings so good! Homie gotta sing more! I know he has before but this was smoove

[@enjayf8477]

That was brilliant. Absoloutly killed it. What a journey he just took me on. Might just have to watch it again. Sorry boss for wasting your time.

[@TENCANTDIE]

nah his “SOOOOOOOOOOO” was tooo fucking good😭 that’s my favorite part lol

[@jasonlezama4267]

Absolutely amazing, thank you all who helped bring this to life.

[@streetballize]

Joey da goat, that girl so pretty and talented, shoutout da whole crew!🙌🏿

[@gena9040]

Aging gracefully both Joey and Umi says. This was what I needed without knowing that I needed it.

[@austinr.g8349]

this is gorgeous , god I never realized how awesome his singing voice is. I’ve loved this song for a long time now and this cover literally is up there with the original , it’s amazing!!

[@chillroy2010]

That's a flawless rendition of "UMI Says". Wow!

[@helenanaisara]

The way my soul just jumped out of me listening to this

[@beeegeeezzz8707]

Mans got talent, went on that journey with him..... blessed!

[@sashadiseee]

I will never get over this cover. I hear it for the first time all over again each play.

[@metabalancetv]

So many chills. Chills constantly.

[@Claud756]

This is incredible. Really embodies Mos Def!

[@catdad03]

Joey never ceases to amaze me. Last album is a vibe in itself and then he drops this, lovely

[@FLUPedrinho]

1 year of this MASTERPIECE. Still hear it like it was released yesterday!

[@cajokolo]

Those dance moves...it's gotta be the shoes 😏💪🏿

[@cajokolo]

Bada$$ on his MJ vibe

[@SOLE_II_SOUL]

I always thought Joey is like this generation’s Mos Def / Yasiin Bey so this is dope to see 💯

[@carrotjoy]

WOW! Joey Bada$$ and this Band covering Mos' 'Umi Says'!!! 🎶 🎤 🎸 🥁 🎹 💖 🔥 🔥🔥!! Lovely and so beautiful to my ears this morning! Grace! 🕊

[@jamalljones37]

Wow 😲 Joey Badass Bodied this 💯👑🔥🙏

[@FLUPedrinho]

Joey Bada$$ is a gift to humankind. I'm 32 yld and listen to rap music since i was 8 and he's definitely one of the best ever in the game.

[@ricardovera116]

Period! 1999 and 2000 are incredible! I started listening to him recently and the 1999 album could come out now and it would stand out. He’s awesome!

[@loveinthematrix]

Fo sho

[@grizz7271]

Man, he crushed this!! 🔥

[@isaiahbanks3888]

God bless you joey with never ending life

[@thaGod_KingARod]

Well done Joey Bada$$... U made a classic even better. Shout out to the original Mos Def aka yasiin Bay. True art. 🙏

[@sphemncube2244]

"History is an instrument of power."-Baba Amos Wilson. Thank you Brother Badmon for your undying love for our people, one love from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@trinity3422]

This is just beautiful. Acoustics in the room are phenomenal, especially with everyone in such close proximity to each other and none of the instruments drowning out the others

[@RDCCC]

Keep coming back for this. Joey! 🎉

[@matthewblack986]

This is immense! absolutely stunning. This is the frequency i want to live in.

[@ronaldcoates7228]

Damn he murdered that song , Mos Def would and is proud ! 💯👁⏳

[@loweni7460]

This was the perfect person to cover this song

[@EricTurman-ld3dz]

This shit just blew my wig back. Like a strong breeze. Best ive heard ina while. Thanks luv

[@radremm7379]

He did this song justice