What the Top Producers Do in The Studio - Art of Making Beats Documentary

[@benja303]

Best tip: Use your voice to help you find what mdidi patterns to put down. Beat box your drums, sing your bass lines

[@TenshinhanIsKing]

benja303 these are great tips tbh. It really helps the creative process.

[@rsb__]

Absogoddamnlutely right. My voice memos app is full of stuff haha

[@Thoughtitwasadrought]

great tip it works very well.

[@NVsionbeatz]

I started doing that this year and i've improved so much, too many producers use the "fill every 2 steps" option for hi-hats and call it a day lol, your idea doesn't just work with drums either, sometimes playing one of the sounds i write MIDI for over and over and hearing something that'd sound good over it without it already being there, such as playing some Piano loop and thinking "damn this needs some choir aahs or something"

[@RageGermany]

i thought everybody is doing this because if you not doing it automatically i think music aint in your soul

[@jcee1770]

If you got a passion follow it, thats why im here

[@ImBritoEric]

yes sir

[@simon5851]

sure!!

[@arijohn4138]

So how's it going

[@Charlie-bl3kq]

@@arijohn4138 he does not follow his passion any longer, that's why he is not here

[@bella-rb6xn]

cried at this comment

[@eman0828]

*"Once You finished making the beat, you have to produce the record" - Dr. Dre* That's the real definition of a Record Producer. Pharrell Williams, Rodney Jerkins etc does a lot more than just program beats. They guide and direct the session, collaborate with writers, musicians and coach thr Artist behind the board.

[@Jr-Forastiere]

Best tip: Wear a hat when producing

[@Royalflushfam]

lol

[@antagxnyst269]

fr tho

[@Jr-Forastiere]

@Izzy Zilla cried aftr read... much sad but vry cool

[@SK-yy4wb]

why lmao

[@zillah9105]

SJD because bro, you need to trick your mind into thinking your only good when you have a hat so that you do good when you have a hat.

[@billionabil]

It's not just about blowing up... I just want to do something that I am proud of first, then we can talk about the checks and the rest.

[@CallxMexLos]

Thank you maybe I’m not as crazy as they say after all

[@jj-vi5ci]

lmfao very cute

[@kotamin6740]

Totally my thinking too... Having a whole set of tracks out there you know are killers, having your own touch and really develop your "signature"... these are my priorities before "making it big"

[@chineseroller]

Interesting

[@hushglowy]

@@kotamin6740 i wonder if you can really find your signature tho damn I have problem with this signature stuff I wonder if it's really that important to find it

[@dadof2767]

To see Kanye like this is bittersweet! He was so full of joy and passion!! Crazy to see how the world changed him!!

[@JurneeFilms]

I was just thinking this.

[@aydenbelcourt6035]

Yeah he as all this stuff anyone would want but it seems like he's lowkey suffering.

[@hehj8227]

I think he just focuses on people hating on him

[@sppooky3722]

@@aydenbelcourt6035 Happiness is within. Its really your choice or not to be happy, regardless of your circumstances. The only thing is that everything is this world teaches that its not a choice. Just gotta not give af bout the world and be yo happy self.

[@HOLLASOUNDS]

It's the money and the fame that changed him. He became a world wide star literally while he was sick and going through oporatins to fix his mouth. He probabaly thought that his voice would be ruined for ever but even though his voice was distorted on with wires he still blew up. His album late registration is one of My favourite american Hip hop (I love Love UK hip hop) albums ever.

[@kelvynification]

Pharrel on the piano showing why he's separate from the other guys... Melody and harmony and not just about the beats.

[@yadayasharahla3497]

I aint gon Lie that Alchemist and Prodigy Clip almost made me Shed a tear.. That song is a Classic..

[@jwizdum2103]

Miss Prodigy man...and that was the start for Alc which is crazy to think where he's at now, so inspirational

[@MakeFreeFamous]

No lie

[@PhoenixFisher-y5d]

Whats the name of the song?

[@stevereaver]

Pro tip: When making beats you need at least 15 people standing around watching.

[@Antony-Kirsch]

thanks fear of rejection must be compromised

[@yunsik253]

bruh said "a naked girl on the cover is an instant buy" 😂😂 factsss

[@christopher19894]

Is you want to make any kind of music, put in the time to learn keyboards. It's such a game changer, even if you only know the basics.

[@fantaztikbeatz]

Facts on top of facts that where im at with it right now basic fundamental music theory game changer like you said bro

[@christinereed2189]

Nick's headed to the jp cloud

[@720Spiritsx]

Man every single comment is gold. Never can go wrong with keyboards no matter the genre that is the ultimate essential, me being a guitar player though ima try to find anyway I can to throw it in there haha 💯 !

[@Probablylani]

Yeeeup

[@mic_liv_0911]

I'm here because when I was an artist, all the producer cared about was how much I was going to spend. I'm here to take control of that and make it better for the future artists.

[@DrProps-np3hf]

Passion. Soul. Drive. Motivation. Skills. Love. Are only a few to be a producer.

[@onetwo6675]

@ Dr. Props 🙌💯👏 SO GOTA AGREE WITH YOU

[@user-nj1zu2nf1x]

Thank God somebody was there to record prodigy and Al

[@raizengmg9374]

Word thunn

[@flaviolima4705]

These videos are like Hip History for these young artists

[@willx1598]

All for free, soak it in

[@pradabears]

@@willx1598 i’m doing just that 🧛🏾

[@3xotic4mbition]

Just have fun wit it and jam to the beat while u making it. It keeps the energy going in the beat

[@owenhatton6698]

Hardest part is knowing the technicalities of everything, if you understand everything about a synth that’s mad impressive to me

[@abhirawr]

understanding the synth is not the hard part, but being able to use everything on that synth to create the exact kind of sound that you want is an insanely hard skill.

[@dans017]

12:17 love how he sampled it straight from the record and chopped it up so well together. Nobody creative like that today, ain’t no artists.

[@user-zm2pk8pe2y]

What bout cxdy tho?

[@kweensubliminals714]

yo can u please tell me his name?

[@dans017]

kween Subliminals follow trizzytrack on instagram

[@jordanmoger426]

You haven’t heard of Daringer then

[@Obey412]

there are a lot of artists that do that

[@carlberry9861]

I make beats and to hear different sounds and beats being made is so inspiring people don't understand that making a beat it comes from a genius to hear all those different sounds and sit there work a beat program find the sound and not only that tweek to a melody that's fits the sounds then put it together and make the beat mind you they hear all this in there heads before laying it down ..pure genius

[@hayabvsa]

That Zaytoven x Scott Storch collab towards the end was SO SICK holy shit, when Zay added those organ rolls i lost it.

[@DallasSniper]

I wish there were videos of J Dilla creating beats and songs

[@dynamiczero387]

Dallas Sniper right i miss him 😭

[@jeffdonald9818]

No doubt

[@sprb4725]

Same bro

[@rizednb]

the best producer ever. and pete rock

[@harleypriest6657]

rizednb and premier

[@Yinzer85]

That clip of Prodigy and Alchemist gave me chills🔥🔥 RIP Prodigy🙏

[@arqelf9505]

Most of us would look exactly the same, the only difference is that we do it in our bedroom with much cheaper equipment but the essence is exactly the same.

[@marcosfigueroa9087]

I've always love watching this men making beats they inspire me , I hope one day I'll be as good as them

[@2muchpriide]

That Prodigy & Alchemist part was raw, that’s my shit. Good to see it from scratch 🔥🔥 RIP Prodigy

[@aydinandre3039]

When you have people in the booth and they’re listening to you make a beat, they don’t even understand the concept and rhythm of the vibe you’re putting out. Until it makes history. Then it makes sense.

[@celestialhero6845]

Pharrell said it best in this video 18:43 - you gotta be monotonous, methodical, meticulous, it’s punctuation, it’s more than words

[@thatoncube8152]

RIP Prodigy

[@yahdaniel8664]

Indeed

[@AudioRohnRx]

yeah... gave me goose bumps to see him in his element RIP Prodigy

[@bariscelikci2685]

What was the name of this song?

[@augustsebastianaldo]

@@bariscelikci2685 Alchemist - Hold you down

[@JEtienneMusic]

Almost made me cry frfr

[@DJPhanaticWorld]

This was DOPE! Good to see all these behind the scenes clips.

[@dookiemane2955]

that clip wit Alc and P made me teary eyed. WITNESS GREATNESS RIP P

[@bjamiork]

I remember my introduction to Pharrell was when I copped The Neptunes Present...Clones back in high school when it dropped. I listened to that album nonstop to the point where people would get tired of me driving them to school 'cause it was damn near all I played (next to Jamiroquai albums). I tried dressing like him in high school and everything, lol. I remember telling everyone I could about Pharrell and The Neptunes for YEARS (especially after listening to N.E.R.D. and his In My Mind album) but it feels like he didn't become well-known, mainstream, or a household name until his track Happy from Despicable Me came out as well as Blurred Lines with T.I. and Robin Thicke. People knew him before because of Grindin', Frontin', and Drop It Like It's Hot (among others) but the man has been a musical genius and inspiration for YEARS.

[@inigo9000]

Huh i think we must live on different planets because Pharrel couldn't been more mainstream in the 2000's , there was no bigger name around at that time. He was working with Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, Madonna, Gwen Steffani, Jay-z, Ludacris, Nelly.... From producing to singing on the hooks, he was everywhere

[@ILL8ZILLA8]

By far Jake uno one of the most enjoyable people to watch make beats because of how humble that guy is.Great inspiration all around thanks for this upload!!

[@GUnot33333]

Araabmuzik one off the most underrated producers ever 🔥🎧🔊

[@kenexum3893]

Facts!!

[@DonYeezy-jt1wo]

I feel like the hardest part is understanding your software

[@vumlux]

nah, more about hard work, motivation and creativity

[@DonYeezy-jt1wo]

@@vumlux well you cant work hard be creative and stay motivated if you dont understand your software lol

[@vumlux]

If you work hard work you will start to understand the software, and even quicker if you stay motivated... and learn new ways to do things by being creative

[@vumlux]

Been producing for 7 years now, and I can't stress this enough, the software is just the bridge between your mind and the listener.. When you passed the beginner stage as I'm guessing you are by your comment, how to do stuff in the program will be the least of your concerns

[@kotamin6740]

True I know guys who know how to use pretty much every feature and tool on Ableton or Logic and come up with super basic uncreative stuff or struggle completing tracks past the fucking-around part...

[@MarieParieMusic]

awesome job to show what top producers do and simplify it, i'm blown away. Awesome work as I'm a charted singer songwriter and I appreciate learning and discovering new tools.

[@peejones9035]

Makes me want to go home a make a beat. Matter of fact that’s what I’m gonna do. And film it. Maybe one day it will be a classic. Matter of fact I’m ready to film every beat and every recording session from now on.

[@audioplugg5310]

Pee jones Did you film your beat making process yet?

[@peejones9035]

Audioplugg Music Productions, LLC Yes I have started. Not sure which session I’m gonna use

[@gotmilk3123]

Pee jones what DAW YOU USE? I will subb u

[@peejones9035]

GOT MILK PRODUCTIONS I use Logic Pro x. I also use NI Maschine

[@kotamin6740]

Pee Jones Which model do you use and how much did you pay for it? Using Logic too but with super basic equipment due to me being low on funds, I dream of having one of those...

[@kid_rajah]

10:27 I love that song.... Alchemist - Hold You Down

[@MKG1977.]

Thank u for naming that song 👍🏽👍🏽

[@KREMDemiK82]

Jake one the most underrated in the biz. He’s best kept secret for drake Rick Ross. And several others. Love his work w ali

[@klholmes87]

I appreciate the art of beat making

[@fstrecords4148]

Keith Holmes check out our freestyle tables! We love the art too

[@jayrock8599]

bro Scott stcorch playing at the end made me ascend

[@timned]

9th wonder! Chops are crazy!

[@411Scarr]

What song was he making?

[@411Scarr]

nvm, I found it: “Baby Cry” unfortunately he didn’t keep that belting voice sample in it.

[@fantaztikbeatz]

Sick

[@Tony_A_441]

Pharrell/The Neptunes is the goat... I'm sorry, but his production style is mind blowing.

[@Chinyjackson89]

Amen

[@blosone]

Why? I've never paid atenttion to Pharell

[@blosone]

Taktikal can u name me some of his best productions? I want to check

[@therealflamelit]

@@blosone "I Know" "blue Magic"- Jay Z "What happen to that boy?"-Birdman "grindin"- Clipse "superthug" or any other hit by Nore "lap Dance"- N.E.R.D. "wait a minute"-Ray J "beautiful" "drop it like its hot"- Snoop Dogg ..to name a few

[@jono8688]

He aight.. i never felt his praise but i aint knockin da wierdo nigga..

[@SirAlixandir]

Scott though with the God fingers. 🔥🔥🔥

[@hiddenking4840]

This is what hip hop is about..

[@fstrecords4148]

Hidden King if you love hip hop, check out our freestyle tables!

[@idontgetthejoke9465]

@@fstrecords4148 yo vids trash

[@jwizdum2103]

Just Blaze is so good to me, that exhibit A footage is so rare

[@kull_katt]

If you're a producer and this video doesn't inspire you to continue making music and become the best version of you... then nothing will!❤

[@rockyblaqmuzik]

Facts!

[@leonwoodard3011]

This documentary is an AWESOME one R.I.P Prodigy

[@iMarzie]

This video is edited pretty well. Not sure how much of it was apart of the original clips, if any at all, but all the same, shouts to whomever made the video, well done.

[@liammurtagh8122]

Damn RIP Prodigy.. that making of Hold You Down struck a chord man

[@gregc7699]

Jake One is stupidly underrated

[@DJRAKKK]

all his beats are SO HARD.

[@Prinx6]

broooooo

[@snowdjagha]

Fuck yeah!

[@bceinstein]

thats facts bro

[@welcometodamal3876]

Facts

[@davonte_bailey]

That ending of furthest thing is literally my favorite part of that whole album 🔥

[@mozmolloy1728]

Zay and Storch together in one studio??! Fire!!!!

[@MistaDon]

I wish I was around the 90’s and this era again where producers and rappers actually felt the emotion towards the lyrics and song all over again

[@4Skenderbeu]

*Now a days its all about 808 Slides and Drill Time Knock*

[@Jijuane]

4Sk everything has its moment.. Ride the wave but master your craft and be like Pharrell and always try to be innovative

[@purpp-esque1711]

Today's hip-hop music is way more complex and technical. That's why I laugh at old school producers when people take them so seriously.

[@malacaiwashington3720]

TruMusic89 no it isn’t your completely wrong now a days beats sound like the same 808 loops,simple piano chord melodies,800hz frequency boost

[@purpp-esque1711]

@@malacaiwashington3720 Dude, melodies are way more complex, and we don't have to sample from complex sources like old hip-hop. None of those guys made those melodies themselves and none of them were crazy complex. I'll give y'all some links to some complex Trap music today.

[@purpp-esque1711]

@@malacaiwashington3720 kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIC1loCoe8l9nLM

[@YariBeatsMedia]

Primo still bumping that old mpc it's the most common thing with successful producers holding their own without necessarily keeping up with what the latest tech out there.

[@SpacedOutDoonie]

This shit is entertaining af, that part with Prodigy & Alchemist was so dope 9:59

[@youngtoni25]

Top notch producers right here keep doing ya thang. Im up next

[@pleasy3]

that zaytoven piano joint at the end blew my mind holy shittt!!!!

[@ARMENchiik123]

Alchemist beats are something else 🎼🎶🎵

[@EliteOnTheBeat]

DAMN that scene with prodigy is LEGENDARY.

[@realaux8074]

Scott storch it's to easy love it inspiration

[@lancematthews195]

THIS FOOTAGE OF PRODUCERS AND BEAT MAKERS IS SO DOPE ON SO MANY LEVELS, I’M BLESSED TO STILL BE MAKING BEATS 🎧, AND WRITING ✍️ AND PRODUCING MUSIC 🎵 SINCE 1984 AND PRODUCED AND RELEASED 30 LANCE ROMANCE ALBUM PROJECTS AND WAS SIGNED TO EMI / SONY ATV MUSIC PUBLISHING FOR OVER 23 YEARS AND MADE A CAREER FROM THIS SO ITS IMPORTANT THAT WE KEEP SEEING INSPIRATIONAL FOOTAGE AND CONTENT LIKE THIS ON EVERY PLATFORM. RESPECT OUR CRAFT AND RESPECT THE HIP HOP CULTURE THAT CREATES BILLIONS OF DOLLARS FOR MILLIONS OF PEOPLE IN THE WORLD 🌎 PEACE ✌️ ✊🏽💪🏼🙏🏽🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥😎-11/12/20 - LANCE ROMANCE 😊

[@daljeetsingh5938]

amazing

[@bebebbbbbbb]

2:51 Jay-Z and Kanye's old music reminds me of my old days with my friends. I was like 10 yrs old. Still love those musics.

[@ChaeDex24]

What’s the name of the track

[@bebebbbbbbb]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpXcqoGAmLOUrNk the clip is made when kanye was producing the song named 'lucifer' for Jay-z. But the beat is different. I assume that the beat you mentioned is from BluePrint... but I don't quite remember it. hmm I was trying to find it, but somehow Blueprint is not available from Apple Music.. tell me after u find it.

[@Prodebrio]

1:48 exhibit a in the making

[@KingMadeMusicClayBlack]

Thats that shit right there!!!!!!

[@comic3491]

My song 🔥

[@sushkaki]

Alchemist and Prodigy was magic

[@Blocksourcemusic]

That alchemist joint is the best

[@ar3nit616]

Blocksource Music nah jakeone

[@theoma4576]

naaahh alchemist

[@Blocksourcemusic]

I know right reminds me of myself!

[@EqpBeats]

AlC a beast!! But jake one also a beast! Both dope ass producers

[@stizzlerizzle6572]

Scott Storch at the end tho. Crazy piano flips. 🤒

[@Har2h]

0:30 that beat in background - *currensy, ALC, prodigy - the type *

[@NimaTproductions]

sooo inspirational...I dont play the piano but Im thinking it might be an essential if you want to be a pro producer

[@vipersb1]

No, not true. There are plu-ins, AutoTheory 4 for example that allow you to create compositions on piano without knowing music theory. If you have "the ear" where you can tell what sounds good and what doesn't, modern technology can take care of the rest. Digital music creation has completely changed the game. I play guitar but I produce music without any guitar in it. So many options out there.

[@bennyceca]

or buy ready made samples (including MIDI) and claim to be the creator! Don't worry, tons of so called "great producers" do it!

[@rv8766]

yeah study some bach, jazz, blues scales.. easy ones in keys with natural note beginings.. the more work you put in.. the better you will be than these non musician sampler pack plug in morons who all bite shit.. im a classical jazz rock and funk guitarist.. and i have to figure out what im playin on keys.. but my theory,, in guitar? helps me play real piano notes and scales and chords,, for recording hiphop or dance music whatever.. and recording? you only have to do it once recorded.. not like a real live musician.. and one hand one part using both hands at a time.. so its actually really easy.. and when you practice? it will inspire new music.. thats how it works

[@bobb3438]

Pharrel is too good for this world

[@nanocash89]

That arrabmuzik clip so legendary good video man

[@parrishthomas92]

Look up pharrell- midnight hour. That beat is legendary!!! Melody is crazy!!!

[@MrOvadose101]

Shiiiitttt, it was an honor just to watch these talented individuals make magic. Long live hip-hop.

[@ForgedDr3ams]

9th always makes my hair stand up lol. That shit never fails, make you feel that shit right away without trying lol.

[@333musicllc7]

It's funny to see those MPC's and you don't see em' in studios no more!

[@LOUIELEGACY]

the studio is my place of zen.

[@Live4beatss]

This is what I fell in love with.. somewhere along the line I got lost.. I need to come back

[@desmondquick1458]

Music production inspiration from the Gods

[@MiamiBlossom]

Timbaland, Dr Dre, Swizz Beatz, Kanye West, Eminem, Bryan Cox. My favs and yes in that order!

[@tonogai9270]

I watch this video to try and perfect my art, but my mother keeps trying to make me a scholar.

[@corleonemusicent5518]

Son Gohan just keep grinding

[@networking732]

Be a scholar: music is a science as well as an art. The art and ability will follow, I promise.

[@iykist]

Your Mama is right, get the best education you can get and do this on the side or as a hobby if you get really good at it then you can make money off it, but education first you won't regret it.

[@maad1670]

J.Cole is a successful artist and he's graduated with a 3.8 GPA. You can do it too

[@mikeymay5290]

Man no one understands what you're referencing I'm sorry

[@lifeoftagga]

This made me proud to be called a producer/ beat maker ( Tagga rolled this beat up )

[@lewiscell3]

10:05 RIP PRODIGY 🙏🏾

[@MrPiwo12]

What song is this?

[@lewiscell3]

@@MrPiwo12 the sample is saying the name of the song

[@blankblank1510]

1:47 OMG what instruments is he using? This is the sound I’m trying to go for.

[@HvrriMusic]

alchemist&prodigy at 10:00 was crazy

[@JMV422]

I died laughing when Timberlake started to sing 😂. I thought what if maybe Quincy Jones and Teddy Pendergrass were sitting in those same spots. Then I started to cry because I realized music will never be the same

[@simmschristian2035]

Ya'll forgot about soundwave from TDE

[@ar3nit616]

simms christian Soundwave aight

[@ThaUnseen]

Most underrated producer

[@DJRAKKK]

no the most underrated Producer was shown Just Blaze and Harry Fraud..those are the most underated. Soundwave has Highs and lows.

[@ThaUnseen]

DJ Rakk Just blaze worked with the likes of Dr. Dre,Joe Budden, Jay z, cam Ron, fabulous, Ti,and Nas. I don't think he that underrated..soundwav barely works with anyone outside tde

[@DJRAKKK]

The Unseen oh I know who he is he just doesnt get the same love Alchemist doesnt either and hes a genius

[@GsWorld77]

THIS IS SO INSPIRATIONAL

[@SpacedOutDoonie]

LMAO Storch absolutely ended the video in a major way, final boss type shit haha that shit put me in a good ass mood. 23:00

[@bigyu22]

Scott Storch is fucking amazing

[@binaryaftershock]

scott storch been a problem

[@briangriffin8000]

scott storch been having a problem..but he was always be one of my favorite producers

[@binaryaftershock]

Brian Griffin I'm talking about a problem with the music doofus! Meaning a beast!

[@briangriffin8000]

hahaha i know i was messing, glad to see he's still paving the way and not stuck with that horrible habit anymore...boy still flames

[@Apizzaslice]

If Scott Storch on his own is a problem, then Scott Storch on a keyboard with a pitch wheel is the apocalypse.

[@jessicamoreno7135]

Brian Griffin forgive the OP, he is talking in ebonics, its like broken English basically, similar to trying to communicate with a Chinese person who doesn’t have the complete English skills down just yet.

[@JohnWick-hb3ft]

That beat though from 2.25 -2.32. like a hybrid of West and East coast sound.

[@patrickmartin2689]

19:38 Zaytoven and Scot Scratch was nice...🤩🤩🤩

[@mikkelnashville5204]

I watch this and I'm like a kid in a candy store I'm a producer singer songwriter Thanks for awesome content

[@borrosebi]

13:00 is LIT !!!!

[@zachfitzpatrick5694]

whats the og track??

[@nabilmuquit9714]

@@zachfitzpatrick56949th Wonder-Baby Cry

[@antwontwontwon2378]

Who is this

[@greenrelease1117]

@@antwontwontwon2378 9th wonder

[@webbofmusic]

Every Scott storch video should be required to end while playing you got me

[@zombiekeenasaur]

Pharrell & Neptunes best beat makers ever

[@shawnparker9695]

LMAO

[@jamesbrooking2143]

Holy shit seeing exhibit A in the making was crazyyyy, that sample is fucking insane

[@ThisIsBoxingTalkwithMrWhite]

That original Good Life by Kanye 🔥

[@PropheSAY]

Thank you for this @beatGrade

[@ToniOhNo]

10:05 WHOEVER RECORDED THIS KNEW THIS WAS GONNA BE CLASSIC TRACK/FOOTAGE!!!

[@shitcomment]

What is this song?!?!

[@Nikki3b0oxX]

Why do I love this more than words .