you ain't ever seen a walking bass

[@GeorgeCollier]

fiddle with a thyroid problem is my new favourite double bass insult

[@ICanSeeSharp]

❤️❤️❤️

[@leotritt9809]

do you have any connection to jacob collier?

[@bruhspenning]

@@leotritt9809 read the description

[@leotritt9809]

@@bruhspenning oh yeah thanks

[@bunnyamante2000]

I don't have a thyroid and I play the double bass 😂. Ironic, ain't it.

[@Tridant]

Love some jazz with a story arc 😂

[@GeorgeCollier]

in truth, aren't all musical pieces a story? for example: Whores in this house There's some whores in this house There's some whores in this house There's some whores in this house (hol' up) I said certified freak, seven days a week Wet ass pussy, make that pullout game weak, woo! (Ah) Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah Yeah, you fucking with some wet ass pussy Bring a bucket and a mop for this wet ass pussy Give me everything you got for this wet ass pussy Beat it up, nigga, catch a charge Extra large, and extra hard Put this pussy right in yo' face Swipe your nose like a credit card Hop on top, I want a ride I do a kegel while it's inside Spit in my mouth, look at my eyes This pussy is wet, come take a dive Tie me up like I'm surprised Let's role-play, I wear a disguise I want you to park that big Mack truck right in this little garage Make it cream, make me scream Out in public, make a scene I don't cook, I don't clean But let me tell you, I got this ring (ayy, ayy) Gobble me, swallow me, drip down the side of me (yeah) Quick, jump out 'fore you let it get inside of me (yeah) I tell him where to put it, never tell him where I'm 'bout to be I run down on him 'fore I have a nigga running me Talk yo' shit, bite your lip Ask for a car while you ride that dick (while you ride that dick) You ain't never gotta fuck him for a thing He already made his mind up 'fore he came Now get your boots and your coat for this wet ass pussy He bought a phone just for pictures of this wet ass pussy Pay my tuition just to kiss me on this wet ass pussy Now make it rain if you wanna see some wet ass pussy Look, I need a hard hitter, I need a deep stroke I need a Henny drink, I need a weed smoker Not a garden snake, I need a king cobra With a hook in it, hope it lean over He got some money, then that's where I'm headed Pussy A-1, just like his credit He got a beard, well, I'm tryna wet it I let him taste it, and now he diabetic I don't wanna spit, I wanna gulp I wanna gag, I wanna choke I want you to touch that lil' dangly thing that swing in the back of my throat My head game is fire, punani Dasani It's going in dry, and it's coming out soggy I ride on that thing like the cops is behind me (yuh, ah) I spit on his mic' and now he tryna sign me, woo Your honor, I'm a freak bitch, handcuffs, leashes Switch my wig, make him feel like he cheating Put him on his knees, give him some' to believe in Never lost a fight, but I'm looking for a beating In the food chain, I'm the one that eat ya If he ate my ass, he's a bottom feeder Big D stand for big demeanor I could make ya bust before I ever meet ya If it don't hang, then he can't bang You can't hurt my feelings, but I like pain If he fuck me and ask, "Whose is it?" When I ride the dick, I'ma spell my name, ah Yeah, yeah, yeah Yeah, you fucking with some wet ass pussy Bring a bucket and a mop for this wet ass pussy Give me everything you got for this wet ass pussy Now from the top, make it drop, that's some wet ass pussy Now get a bucket and a mop, that's some wet ass pussy I'm talking WAP, WAP, WAP, that's some wet ass pussy Macaroni in a pot, that's some wet ass pussy, huh There's some whores in this house There's some whores in this house There's some whores in this house There's some whores in this house There's some whores in this house There's some whores in this house There's some whores in this house There's some whores in this house There's some whores in this house There's some whores in this house There's some whores in this house There's some whores-

[@Leveronicus]

@@GeorgeCollier what.

[@ImAPolygon]

@@GeorgeCollier Great example

[@plebcrabslayer]

Or a story pizz., even!

[@plebcrabslayer]

@@GeorgeCollier Uvulas are underappreciated. It's nice to see them mentioned, even if not by name, in such an exemplary literary work of art as this.

[@edje_tean5794]

When even the bass player talks during the bass solo.

[@guilherme832]

Hahahahhahahahaha

[@NickWeissMusic]

As a bass player, I resonate this remark.

[@mattiehendrikx6998]

So sad

[@actualturtle2421]

I actually laughed out loud at this

[@McFunckus]

😅

[@juliuszkocinski7478]

People who can calmly/coherently talk while playing frighten me

[@jsswift87]

its ez if your instrument is your life's work

[@millacabral9475]

@@jsswift87 you say that to any wind musician.

[@quirrelllwiththreels]

Especially if they play trumpet

[@fsdhuy]

@@millacabral9475 "mmph mph m mmphh!"

[@vetonrecica5558]

@@quirrelllwiththreels toot toot

[@Ryan-be9iu]

"I was seein double... bass that is" is one of the best lines I've heard

[@seankeegan8285]

The completion of the pun was like the resolution of a leading tone LOL

[@petermccutcheon5825]

The bassist is John Clayton! He also arranged Whitney Houston’s famous national anthem arrangement. Great guy.

[@itamarbar9580]

That's John Clayton?!

[@andrewfbrown]

@@itamarbar9580 That WAS John Clayton! They said it at the end. 🤣

[@jbharms1]

He also got stiffed on the Royalty money from that National Anthem Arrangement.

[@johnclayden1670]

@@itamarbar9580 Maybe ....

[@caleb1rshelton]

Killer bassist too.

[@mistermxyzptlk371]

Why is his voice so damn warm and charming 😭😭😭

[@GeorgeCollier]

RIGHT? chinese speakers will know 有磁性

[@henrychess3]

@@GeorgeCollier Taiwanese here, Chinese as first language, not knowing fully what that phrase's supposed to mean (well "magnetic voice" doesn't make that much sense to me) 😅

[@codeman8113]

@@GeorgeCollier I’m Chinese but my Chinese is ass so…yea.I had no clue what you said.

[@GeorgeCollier]

@@henrychess3 ​it's like a charming/deep voice but there's no direct translation, i learned it because someone told me mine sounded like that while i was studying in HK haha

[@needhealing2228]

@@GeorgeCollier George Collier has a charming and deep voice confirmed.

[@Bob_Greasy_The_3rd]

New favorite music genre: comedic jazz with a story and slight hints of schizophrenia.

[@GabrielMisfire]

The Jazz Discharge comes to mind

[@samvidas9599]

+

[@e.d.1642]

Anna Ross, Twisted

[@oldvlognewtricks]

In that case, you might want to try ‘It’s Impossible To Sing and Play The Bass’ by Jay Leonhardt… and also ‘Failing’ by Tom Johnson

[@lankythedanky]

and a hint of misogyny just for fun

[@csolisr]

The funny part is that in Spanish the pun about "plucking that bass" is even more explicit. It translates to "tocarte el bajo" which ALSO means "touching your nether parts"

[@NickWeissMusic]

As a pro bass player and educator, it means the same to me too!

[@bedbug6177]

What nether parts? Ancient debris?

[@lubabalomahlombe451]

No your tender loins

[@theletteralpha]

negative; say, how do you think blaze rods are earned

[@339Jackscarify]

@@bedbug6177 found the guy that plays Minecraft

[@Rdac0]

man's rapping with proper punctuation marks

[@ninjireal]

it’s just talking with rythm

[@deathrodamus9608]

Lol, good one.

[@naiknaik8812]

spoken word moment

[@noah-tl1gv]

@@ninjireal quality comment

[@LaKoeps]

@Ninji well wdyk that's rap too.

[@rinthesquare]

The drunken notation at 2:42 is just *perfect*

[@themagicminstrels476]

i laughed lmao

[@Alan_Duval]

Made me think of Kid Koala's 'Drunk Trumpet.'

[@samdajellybeenie14]

That was perfect lol

[@xavierharris9749]

I'm so drunk I can barely see 🥴🤣🙃

[@lankythedanky]

jazz font irl

[@ericdano]

I got to play this with him while in college. He's such a cool and nice guy.

[@bobthegreat297]

as you do lmao

[@drakegoodrich6954]

huh i've never seen a bass go to college.

[@tuo.dobginski]

@@drakegoodrich6954 how do you think a bass gets his music degree?????

[@uprightpiano62]

@@tuo.dobginski cuz everything is to bassic to him

[@bruhg251]

HOLY FUCKING SHIIIITTTT NO EAY HLK FUCKUBG GOD THIS VYD THE GWDT JOKE EVER

[@basiltheherbZ]

I would literally listen to everyone’s story if it was in jazz format 😌

[@evelynncarlson8688]

one thing about me, but jazz

[@adamcolbertmusic]

And as they're telling their story you say "yeah I dig that"

[@robertcook2572]

'Mein Kampf' in a walkin' bass stylee...oh, yeah...

[@RuthvenMurgatroyd]

​@@robertcook2572 I fought and killed for Kaiser Will Boy those allies sure gave us some bum deal I didn't fight just to lose But you sure can't win with those J- 🎺 Beedoobeedoobee-doodoo badabadadadada badada 🎵 And we just kept goose-stepping...

[@user-nu7xx7pc1d]

@@robertcook2572😮😮

[@drpibisback7680]

I feel like jazz is unquestionably the music genre that pairs best with spoken word. You can tell the most aimless bullshit story ever over a walking bassline and a nice groove and it'll sound so smooth and interesting.

[@WasatchWind]

Yeah I was thinking to myself "Oh my gosh this is a country song in disguise" xD

[@neophilander5366]

@@WasatchWind 😆lol i never thought of it like that

[@Kylora2112]

Mitch Hedberg's "Strategic Grill Locations" CD it *right* up your alley =D

[@gormlesspissant5872]

@@WasatchWind hey, country, jazz, and blues all come from the same roots.

[@hellboundrubber4448]

Yeah that's right up there with when they want something incredibly stupid to sound intelligent like a Golden Talking Robot they give it an English Accent. I mean what if C3P0 had a Mexican Accent? Haan Soloooo! Orale! Wassappening?

[@langford1725]

John Clayton came to my college when I was in jazz band (last year), and we played some sets by him and with him, and let me tell you, that man is a joy to be around.

[@JM_Solo]

That is a previous experience and memory to treasure, for sure.

[@vilebeggar622]

wow, which college?

[@langford1725]

@@vilebeggar622 it was at Butler

[@JoboKobobo]

What a pleasure!

[@browncoat697]

When I went with my high school jazz band to the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival in 10th grade (~2011), some of us went to a clinic with Victor Wooten putting on a master class, and no fucking joke, out of nowhere, unplanned, John Clayton walked on stage with his bass and started jamming along. Was like seeing the face of God

[@ppheard1254]

I love how this dude narrates easily over a bass a talks with a contrabass

[@pleasegoawaydude]

He has a normal baritone voice. Are all of your friends and family countertenors and sopranos or something?

[@Jwellsuhhuh]

@@pleasegoawaydude yes only soprillos and mezzo-altos

[@memonk11]

Double bass.

[@ppheard1254]

​@@pleasegoawaydude No, I'm a bass, I noticed the Baritone timbre and made a pun by bringing it down a voice

[@fish6550]

“I was seeing double… bass that is” I love this man!

[@KingBawb-wg3jo]

I feel way underdressed for this piece. Feel like I need a zoot suit, a glass of whiskey, and a cigar to properly enjoy it.

[@gustafsone]

You don't need all of that stuff. Just grab your bass and go walking. Instructions were very clear!

[@KingBawb-wg3jo]

@@gustafsone lol. True

[@chicagotypewriter2094]

Nah, you need two of every item. One for you, one for the bass

[@jazz_bass_lick]

As a bassist, I just purchased a tuxedo for my bass.

[@mattshuey1]

No singles policy you better bring a bass.

[@MeteoXavier]

This is not even the weirdest domestic/drunk/cheating story with an acoustic bass I've heard to date.

[@anvilleite198]

Please elaborate

[@victorherr101]

we are eager to hear more

[@circlesquare4963]

I can tell you’ve been around then

[@MeteoXavier]

@@circlesquare4963 I'm glad you could tell that, since that was the point of me telling you.

[@Stop_The_Car]

I feel ya. I tell ya, if I had a nickel...

[@ChefkochAntoine]

i love the drunk sheet music :D

[@brandonm1708]

That’s basically just jazz font

[@ppheard1254]

Aiye Auhgwre3e

[@machaggis_]

This is one of those performances that fills you with happiness every time you hear it

[@xannondaalder1173]

As a Dutch guy I had a good laugh at the subtitles, which not only rhyme and rhythmically work the same as the original in English (yes I’ve tried), but it’s arguably just as funny! Thanks for sharing man this was awesome. Funny to see Dutch jazz pianist and tv presenter Pim Jacobs at the end. Nice little addition!

[@oveurover]

do the words sound similar in english and dutch or is it just coincidence it still rhymes

[@skorkyy]

waiting for the bar where the bass asks if they got any grapes

[@LowJSamuel]

No, thanks that's a disgrace.

[@musicdev]

And the bass walked away ‘til the very next day…

[@Michael_00006]

i thought this

[@Obscurity202]

Give me a drink, bartender

[@insouciantFox]

I couldn't keep from thinking: "he took a bass out in the rain? How could he?"

[@drpibisback7680]

The bass wasn't gonna be left out of the drinking, of course.

[@maxp2305]

You clearly ain't never seen a walking bass

[@dansanger5340]

At least it wasn't a cake.

[@Stop_The_Car]

From this story, we know this bass is built different.

[@sinister13k]

The fact he doesn't miss a beat and keeps that smooth dulcet tone the whole way is equally impressive as it is terrifying

[@benitocarmelo4296]

0:11 silence (in C)

[@SignoftheStar]

I only meant to poke my head in to see what was playin, but shoot it was so smooth I just wound up stayin.

[@Zach-h2l]

I don't know, I thought it was pretty weird, a story about a man and his bass havin some beers?

[@bugjuicereviewsarchive6447]

@@Zach-h2l aint never seen a drinking bass

[@BlinkOnWheels]

Same here

[@gilesbuxton738]

“i was seeing double… bass that is” absolutely genius

[@DaveYognaut]

I forgot this song even existed. Thank you for bringing it back to me AND with a transcription too

[@DinosaurMan-jq2zj]

Mr. Clayton visited my school’s jazz ensemble last year and I was the bassist for it was super awesome seeing him because I specifically told him about this video and how It was really cool that he was one of my inspirations to continue bass as a secondary instrument and he’s such a cool dude 😎

[@TheSinlessAssassin]

"Can I pluck that bass?" "No, you just keep on walkin'." LOL the delivery on that was great

[@pi286]

George Collier.... idk who or what you are....but your videos are simply incredible... It would have taken me YEARS to find some of the songs you have shown on your channel.... I appreciate all kinds of music, and I admire the skill of these artists unreal talent that wont be seen again. THANK YOU SO MUCH NEVER DELETE THIS CHANNEL, I WILL WATCH UNTIL I DIE.

[@gsquaredfam4385]

Awesome, i met John Clayton 20ish years ago in HS for jazz fest... he didn't think he had any recordings at all for this!

[@nobody342]

I heard this like decades ago, cant remember where. Started the video then almost clicked off of it, but clicked forward instead. Then I recognized it and listened to the whole thing again!

[@siechamontillado]

Mad respect to this guy who can play a bass WHILE WALKING DOWN THE STREET. And talking while playing it. Absolute legend.

[@gubbinsly]

Smoothest walking bass I’ve ever heard

[@sliceofsparta8985]

I am blown away by anyone who can play and sing/talk at the same time. I've played bass for over a decade and I still find that incredibly difficult

[@CooperArbogast]

everyone is freaking out about the 'seeing double' joke, but "Quit leaning on me, you fiddle with a thyroid problem!" is the best one by far

[@robertg0105]

As a bass layer myself, this brings me much joy

[@the4thstring]

I, too, enjoy being intimate with my bass

[@theletteralpha]

@@the4thstring yes

[@sanderpleijsier6292]

I always go camping wearing a bass layer.

[@PatrickBartleyMusic]

Happy to see some love for Maestro Clayton here on this channel... I'd be nowhere if it weren't for the Clayton brothers. RIP to his brother and my musical godfather Jeff, who gave me my first professional saxophone that started me on my journey here today... I hope John sees this video!

[@caralho5237]

2:07 that man is deep in thought

[@azxtnt]

I love bass

[@hunterward9137]

Bassed

[@Carlos_Aguilarr]

Sameness

[@paulwhetstone0473]

This performance is sheer perfection.

[@manny_bass865]

Such an inspiring man, lifts the spirits of everyone he comes in contact with

[@Jackgrahamphotograph]

I went to Indiana University with John---a great musician and the nicest person ! What an honor---thanks for this video--JG

[@piano97able]

Crazy good! And btw the guy at the very end is the great dutch pianist Pim Jacobs, you can see him play with Wes Montgomery on one of the greatest jazz video on KZbin

[@tonsolerigarcia]

What's the name of the video?

[@piano97able]

@@tonsolerigarcia Type Wes Montgomery VPRO Studio, Hilversum, it should be the first result

[@DaveYognaut]

The wavy transcript at 2:42 😂

[@ashdean3474]

This is the earliest use of "shook" I've ever heard, that's so interesting!

[@flyingdics1]

Love it! Would have loved seeing the bass transcribed in the choruses, too.

[@zhazhagab0r]

Agreed, I wish they'd done both parts - or at least indicated that they were switching to the brass.

[@Pensfan5919]

@@zhazhagab0r That's what the clef changes are for.

[@arrell]

​@@Pensfan5919double bass can play in the treble clef. Proper notation would have been to indicate a different instrument.

[@DodderingOldMan]

Damn, that guy has one of the best voices I've ever heard...

[@GeordieAmanda]

Wow, perfect storm. Great bass player, great delivery, great band, great voice and handsome too! Loved it.

[@darksaintparker]

I can’t express the joy this makes me feel. And I really needed it today

[@CanaanZhou2002]

That talk is deeper than most rappers

[@StrawDogsPu]

Check out Right Before the Miracle by BUSDRIVER and The Underground Railroad, it’s literally a live jazz band with a rapper B)

[@e_wiggin]

I was very confused at first following the music. Was like wait...the bass is NOT playing that! And then I figured it out lol. Love your videos.

[@ConnorHammond]

Am I the only one who was hearing a lot more notes than was being represented in the sheet music? Either way, love your work, Jacob. I mean, George!

[@andrewsorensen444]

He was switching between the horn section and bass line. Confused me as well

[@muchanadziko6378]

Yeah, you’re not alone

[@StrangePerson69]

You'll notice he switches between the treble and bass clef

[@codetech5598]

Of course. It's jazz.

[@gimlysnort1889]

I will never ever be as cool as this guy and it legitmately bums me out.

[@fuji_apples]

"ahh that was a nice song." "THAT WAS JOHN CLAYTON"

[@onerandombruh]

The levels of chill seen here should be mandatory... Man... This is just a gold mine.

[@Tr1sh4Lynn]

I kinda wish BA had transcribed just the bass line because I would have loved to read along during the chorus when the line got super-funky.

[@csolisr]

Impeccable transcription at 2:46

[@aohara01]

When the bass has more rizz than you

[@mamboman46]

This is awesome. I used to play this on my Jazz radio show a lot back in the early 80s..still have the vinyl!

[@cholsreammos]

The lyrics are amazing

[@jukeboxfandango]

I was so confused at why the notation was wrong, I've never seen you make an error, then I realized you were switching between the horns and bass lol. My brain felt like it was derailing for a moment.

[@hubertkaczmarek2323]

Remarkable! How could I ever miss such entertainment :) Best walking base ever :) Thank You for the upload!

[@SneedBass]

"If you're having some domestic troubles, go out and buy you a bass" this man has it right!

[@bj.bruner]

Takes me back to my jazz band days in college. Take me back 😭

[@guesst9814]

this kind of thing. bruh. most people might not believe it, but this is top tier performance.

[@TheRonanSchuck]

One of the best till now, I'd just like to see the bass line at the chorus, as it seems he improvises a bit.

[@she-they2136]

Happiest bass player out there

[@thelonious-dx9vi]

I really like this. The horn chart is real pretty too.

[@kimnoir]

I feel baited and bamboozled.

[@marysalvi242]

@kimnoir well, you, & I thought it was going to be something else - take accountability for not knowing, oh, it's the name of a song "I" DIDN'T KNOW, and just enjoy, the talent & 🎶🎶 yourself~ 🎶

[@brettbreet]

Weird Al Yankovic sighting at 0:05

[@peterv7258]

What an enchanting voice this man has, in addition to the great bass chops. I feel like I have been hearing this voice somewhere for years, but I don't know where.

[@SaccoBelmonte]

That melody is an absolute gold nugget.

[@matthewvaughan8192]

Melody?

[@SaccoBelmonte]

@@matthewvaughan8192 The main theme.

[@matthewvaughan8192]

@@SaccoBelmonte Bassline?

[@SaccoBelmonte]

@@matthewvaughan8192 The theme melody on the brass between the spoken parts.

[@widdershins7628]

How have I never heard of this? Genius.

[@KimchiSpringRoll]

Earth gets destroyed. Guy: I don't need the Earth! I got ma BASS.

[@charasmanali]

"I don't need you, I got my bass. Let's go walkin' " Lord, those are words of wisdom.

[@REVOCS926]

his voice is so calming

[@Finlays_Critters]

god i could listen to hours of that, its beautiful

[@bamuz]

1:18 ahh no keep on walkin 💯

[@ferb-igga4734]

2:43 nahhh this is too good, the way the lines are all wavy.. sooo funny haha. but damn, i love your videos. giving me all new tastes in music

[@Yabe_uke]

He looks like the kind of guy that would close a pool

[@waterPsychiatrist]

Due to aids?

[@RuthvenMurgatroyd]

Good one.

[@Oldtimemusiclover]

Wow what a comedic session! Love it!

[@jtcranger02]

That jazz font will forever be iconic

[@boomerguy9935]

I've never heard John Clayton's voice before! Wow! A man of many talents. Wonderful video!

[@Lunautau101]

2:42 Even the music gets drunk that’s amazing lol

[@habbi1974]

at 1:11 "jazz music stops" ok, ok, I'll leave by myself, don't push me

[@alona4623]

What an amazing piece

[@darrenreynolds5600]

Lovely touch with the drunken stave.

[@OboeFiles]

Dang I wish you would have kept the bass line through the horn interlude… great work as always tho!

[@zivkovicable]

Reminds me of a time i was booked to tour Europe with a legendary Blues artist. It was a pick up band and the bass player was maybe the fifth choice as everyone else was busy...He was a rock bassist not versed in the language of blues and jazz. So during the first gig when said blues artist required a walking bass, he just shouted "Walk!" at the bassist across the stage. Bass player looks confused..."I SAID WALK MOTHER****ER!"...So he starts striding purposefully backwards and forwards across the stage...

[@empy0120]

Got to meet and do a masterclass with John Clayton about a year ago, genuinely one of the nicest and funniest jazz guys I've met:)

[@Neockoen]

Finding Dutch in random places still catches me offguard

[@tremen151]

This guy got the rizz

[@avi_s0ncin0]

Unspoken bassist rizz

[@bigbear43264]

Just met John Clayton today. He taught at my jazz rehearsal and is shch a great guy. Alway smiling and you can tell he is passionate about what he does.

[@anthonymigliaccio3492]

Please transcribe the whole bass part🙏, that would be perfection

[@snuscaboose1942]

Awesome, the way the world should be, John Clayton is great entertainer.

[@bryanadvincula4029]

This guy is a legend

[@whyis_hehere6638]

this strikes a really good balance of being really cool and really dorky i love this