SAX BATTLE IN NYC SUBWAY (original duh...)
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- Опубліковано 30 бер 2013
- Subway Sax Battle featuring Sapphire Adizes (the tenor sax player wearing red pants). To see more of Sapphire, click here!
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Song is Billie Jean by Michael Jackson (sort of)
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*A new challenger approaches!
watch out !
So do you know if these guys are friends now?
First sax guy: Plays
Second sax guy: "...and so I took that personally"
Second sax guy: So you have chosen deaf
@@Jazzmaster_gaming 😂
🤣🤣🤣
What's song were they playing??
@@minamina772 I believe it is Michael Jackson - Billie Jean
Mom: how was your ride sweetie?
Me: it’s...complicated
Mom: how was your ride sweetie?
Me: I've seen heaven and is beautiful
So we gonna keep it at 666?
@@estefaniasorando4409 how its supposed to be done mboi.
Mom: how was your train ride sweety?
Me: Smooth n saxy mom. Smooth n saxy.
Mom: oh.. uh.. ok..
The harmony when they first came together was heavenly I swear
Have you ever lied, stolen, used God's name in vain, looked wuth lust? if so you need to repent today and Believe in Jesus Christ to save you from Hell and go to heaven instead
@@JesusisGodandKingofkimgs forcing religion on People is also against ur god so ur going to hell too it seems
@@JesusisGodandKingofkimgsNo.
@@JesusisGodandKingofkimgs Jesus prostrated down to God, he didn't know The Hour, he said the Father is greater than him. And yet people still ignore these contradictions.
@@JesusisGodandKingofkimgs go drink drain cleaner
I honestly can not believe how well they performed this without planning everything. They literally read each others minds.
It’s called jazz. Literally improvisation.
@@samaraisntYeah, that's the least impressive part... it's funny how people always gravitate towards the simplest aspects of music. I could teach someone how to impress people in like 2 hours with a piano. This is the lesson I give to woman I'm trying to impress lmao. Then I can say ohhh look how talented you are. Easy.
Hope everyone is doing good and staying safe. If you need to talk to someone or need help, there are people who care. Sending support and hearts. ❤❤❤
@@WFshorts
I remember one relative trick where you can give a pretty much free reign for someone on piano on black keys, and if you keep the standard chords on the left you'll sound alright.
@@WFshorts I never tried to learn the piano. Is it possible for a 22-year old guy like me to be as good as you?
Me: *Takes the bus instead of the train*
The train that I skipped:
One per life chance train...
My God, 420 likes. No one change that!
@@yatox8 Sadly they did
The blizt: aw mannn
Ahhh so true haha
Saxophone guy one: Finally a worthy opponent, our battle will be legendary!
That line was from Kung Fu Panda
I understood that reference!
The way he assembled his sax, like a warrior preparing for battle, and the way he gripped it with unwavering determination, revealed his readiness to face a formidable opponent. With each resounding note, he engaged in a musical duel, exchanging blows of melody and rhythm, fighting for supremacy on the stage.
EDIT* Hello all. Firstly, thank you for the likes! However, I must confess that I can't take full credit for the comment, While I did provide the narrative AI did indeed help me with the wording and articulating what I wanted to convey. I should have acknowledged that from the start, and for not doing so, I apologize. Kudos to those who keenly spotted that it was influenced by AI. Your attention to detail is commendable! ❤
That sounds quite dramatic, but yeah
Damn dawg you should write 😅
Beautiful analogy
I'd change the last part to "supremacy in brotherhood".
This guy fucks
No intros, 480p, shaky camera, short video with pure content that makes everyone smile. This is what UA-cam was made for
He was waiting his whole life for this.
we've peaked
GREAT TIME still commenting to these days...
Nice
@@gigachad-jh1dh true.
@@gigachad-jh1dh real og.
FINALLY A WORTHY OPPONENT! OUR BATTLE WILL BE LEGENDARY!
Sax 2: stands up
Sax 1: why do I hear boss music?
Cloud White classic
Cloud White 3:45
*L4D Tank song intensifies*
@@yolkthosenuts *Kono, Giorno Giovanna, niwa yume ga aru*
JSK *gets PTSD*
0:45: Man, that gave me goosebumps. The perfect notes
😉
Right? Is it from a song? I am sure Ill fucking love the rest too
@@slvr236song name?
Yeah the goosebumps from sheer awesomness
@@slvr236it's Billie Jean but jazz
That man assembled his saxophone like a sniper assembling his rifle, a true professional indeed.
The first guy playing the sax on that train when the second guy enters the battlefield:
*“Why do i hear boss music?”*
"Why do I hear saxaphone music?"
*_"Why do I hear Saxophone Boss music?"_*
Epic right?
RATTLE ME BONES epic sax battles of history
@@demolisherinfinite8606 That's better 😂
Man: See’s another saxophone
“Bravo Six Going Dark”
Bravo Sax Going Dark
@@kurs3766 underrated
I'm the 1k like
Christianator 695 lol
Pingu
In the realm of the bustling metropolis, beneath the towering skyscrapers and within the labyrinthine tunnels of the NYC subway, a tale of musical valor unfolded. It was a time when the air resonated with the echoes of saxophones, and the hearts of the city's denizens swelled with anticipation.
Deep within the belly of the underground, a lone minstrel took his stance, his saxophone raised high, its golden curves gleaming in the dim light. The ethereal notes that emanated from his instrument stirred the souls of those who passed by, compelling them to pause, to listen, and to immerse themselves in the music's embrace.
But destiny had other plans, for from the shadows emerged a figure shrouded in mystery. With nimble fingers and a determined gaze, he assembled his own saxophone, piece by piece, adding to the symphony that had already enraptured the crowd. A hushed anticipation swept through the station as the stranger's saxophone met the first in a harmonious duet.
The atmosphere thickened as the two saxophonists locked eyes, recognizing kindred spirits in each other's skill. With a shared understanding and unspoken camaraderie, they embarked on a musical journey that would echo through the ages. Their melodies intertwined, each note cascading like arrows in an ancient battle, striking the hearts of the onlookers with unparalleled precision.
The subway station transformed into a veritable battlefield, where the clash of saxophones reverberated against the tiled walls. The crowd, captivated by the musical prowess on display, gasped in awe and delight as the duet reached fever pitch. Their dueling saxophones danced with intensity and finesse, creating a tempestuous harmony that seemed to defy the very laws of music.
As the battle raged on, the melodies became a testament to the indomitable spirit of human expression. The two saxophonists, once strangers, now fought side by side, their sounds intertwining like warriors united in a common cause. Their music transcended the boundaries of language, speaking directly to the souls of all who bore witness.
With each successive note, the energy within the subway swelled, enveloping the space in a symphonic tempest. The sheer power of their performance drew the attention of passersby, who flocked to the scene, their eyes wide with wonder. The subway became a sanctuary, a sacred arena where the clash of saxophones gave birth to a sonic tapestry that would be etched into the annals of legend.
And so, in that epic battle of saxophones, the two musicians painted an indelible masterpiece upon the canvas of time. The crowd roared in thunderous applause, their hearts forever touched by the brilliance and unity of the duet. The saxophonists, their eyes ablaze with triumph, basked in the adulation, knowing that they had become a part of something extraordinary.
Their names would fade into obscurity, yet their music would echo through the veins of the city, forever remembered as a testament to the power of harmony and the unbreakable bonds forged through the language of melody. The tale of this Epic Saxophone Battle would be whispered by bards and recounted by generations, a reminder that even in the depths of the urban jungle, the magic of music can ignite the souls of all who dare to listen.
There is much beauty in these words.
May this be a marker of this unique and magical moment in history.
what in the name of awesome??!?!??!
Chat GPT detected
@@accessdenied4089 Nevertheless that comment has the right of it. As another comment above put: why is it we can hear someone speaking 'oh shit' as though they know a saxophone battle is about to unfold as though such things were a common occurrence? The answer is that the saxophone battle is legend known by all. Legends may not reflect reality, but they invisibly influence our culture and society -- they are the stuff cohesive cultural groups are made of. On that day the people on that subway did not merely witness a saxophone battle but legend become reality. It is not only fit to write of such events using the language of epic narrative -- it is traditional.
@@accessdenied4089 Unfortunatley that may be the case, its a wonderful read and expression of words though.
Right place, right time, right people, right preparation.
first player:
"why did i hear the boss music?"
Why do i hear boss music* Idiot
Sanjay Janjay no need to call him an idiot, idiot.
Sanjay Janjay Degenerate troglodyte Neanderthal
Sea of thieves reference👌
Sanjay Janjay pussy
"sorry i'm going to be late to work today"
"why what happened?"
"a miracle."
Zaheed was here.
Video tapes it and shows it to his boss
Boss: understandable have a great day
Yo
these guys are defintly pretty good, and it would have made my day aswell. But im a musician playing in an orchestra with about 40ppl and we have some pices in which the sax just freestyles aswells. They are made for stuff like that and thats why i love em
@BollywoodClassic f*ck of self promoters
"When a random npc start playing same instrument as you,challenge em"
-Sun Tzu
bro said none of that but it works
Love when the 1st dude realizes the tenor is coming in and just drops into those long chord tones to support it. Sounds so BIG.
His face when he hears the sax
“My time has come....”
:Master Oogway
@@shimalost9415 Master Oogway: you must continue your journey without me
Master shifu: Master you can't leave me
Master Oogway: you must believe
Man had mad intentions 💀
"My time has come...to show you how to scratch it"
Spiderman: saving the train
The peoples in the carriage:
Underrated
The carrige behind had a clown killing 3 people and a superpowered woman beating up a grandma
@@studioghibli5643 Yknow it would be an ace idea to think of every train scene from every movie you’ve watched and imagine it all happening on the same train. Be some wild ride I tell you what 😂
"Carefully, they're heroes"
Spidey was busy doing this XD : ua-cam.com/video/BUD9mDVO5Xs/v-deo.html
Even after 10 years this is still the best music duel in history
When the video is 10 years old and less than 2 mins, you know this is a golden video.
Front of the train: silence.
Back of the train:
that's how it should always be.
That's the story of snowpiercer
Same with classrooms
Front is reserved for woman that's why
same with outing trip with school friends in a bus
Sax Guy 1 : **Play The Sax To Impress Peoples**
Sax Guy 2 : *Allow Me To Introduce Myself*
Is this Jojo reference to Speedwagon?
@@ondrejcmykzahradnicek6863 HA YEET O
Sax guy 1: Oh? You're approaching me?
@@goatedfinny I can't play the shit out of You without coming closer.
@@hehehue2414 Oh HO! then play as much as you like!
I never get tired of this video. Music is a universal language that everyone understands in some form, and this is a beautiful example. It brought together both the musicians and the passengers alike.
The sheer amount of talent these 2 possess to be in sync and great harmony when it's their 1st time playing together no practice is just incredible. Some bands can't achieve this even with hours of practice
This is one of the greatest human interactions to this day
Are you like a teacher or smh? If you don't like it, then leave it 😒 i personally like the comment That Lad posted
Na
@경빈박 My korean dude you got way too amped up on this comment, it's just a comment.
@경빈박 chill.
경빈박 yes, yes it is
Guy 1: *is playing sax*
Guy 2: I’m about to do what’s called a pro gamer move
nice meme i like it
😂😂😂😂😂
A man of culture
*yes*
When they first started actually playing together it sounded perfect like they were both synchronized in that moment lol 😂
Bro those two total strangers clapping really made this sound amazing. I wish they kept clapping the whole video to it.
Sax guy 1: *playing the sax*
Random guy: wow he's so talented
Sax guy 2: hold my beer
Give me my Saxophone
Innocent kid : **dies**
Oompa Loompas :
DUDE UNDERRATED COMMENT 😂
LMAO
this shit actually had me dying congrats
So underrated
If u hear sax u automatically come. Impressive
0:18 people don't realize how much talent it takes to get that high.
For those of you who don't know, after this these two put together a little 3 man group called Moon Hooch. They still play together to this day.
That is mos wonderfull
uhh no? these guys are not related to Moon Hooch at all.
Dude wtf. They ain't moon hooch LMAO
me spreading misinformation on the internet
this mf was feeling devious that day
The guys preparing his sax: FINNALY A WORTHY OPPONENT
OUR BATTLE WILL BE LEGENDARY!
SAX!
Lmao
Wife: he's probably cheating on me, he's not home yet
Husband:
Your avatar is of a communist leader right? I don't know his name, but I've seen him once
@@aoimidori1237 oh uh its Ho chi minh, leader of Vietnam
GlORY OF Việt Nam! Cuz Im also VN, HO CHI MINH WILL ALWAYS REMEMBERED!
@@YenLe-jd5iu all of you, always use uppercases for some reason, I don't think I should ask in the first place, sorry
@@aoimidori1237 Well, the reason they use upper case is
1) The Caps is stuck
Or
2) Emphasize something (in this case, he/she use caps to emphasize his/her love, gratefulness to Ho Chi Minh.
And btw, not every Vietnameses always use uppercases.
(friendly reminder: I'm not hostile, if you found these sentences offensive, I'm sorry. I always tried to be nice and everytime I leave a comment to explain something, it often lead into an argument D: )
All people on the subway just gained +30% DMG Buffs for Life
Dude takes his sax out of the case and starts assembling it like an assassin assembling a sniper rifle.
When the guy finishes assembling his saxophone:
“Remember, no Russian”
Is that a reference I dont get?
road to 500 lbs squat From COD. What Makarov says after you hear every click of the guns coming out of the elevator right before they shoot up an airport.
Exactly
@@carlotolentino4019 oh, thanks mate
No, that was Billie Jean
Guy to the other guy with sax: “are you approaching me?”
Guy with the saxophone : I can't beat you without getting closer
Dioooo
ZAA WAAAARRRRUUUUUDDDDOOOOO
Oh oh! Then come as close as you like!
@@Jawslehoff DOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOTDOOT!
This is the type of History that doesn't repeat itself
Bro, they move like a video game character 🤣
And everybody left the train with a little smile on their face.
No with big smile ;)
It was time for Thomas to leave. He had heard everything.
Power of music man, or i say "art"
not the people that was trying to sleep
Pretty sure it's a big one
Internet is filled with a lot of historical moments...
... *This is one of them.*
Indeed is💕
Makes this world less shitty
@Lukas Engel my bad man, my native language is taco (i'm from El Salvador) and i'm still learning
Exactly
JAJAJAJA el auronplay
This might still be the greatest LIVE battle in music history.
This is one of those clips, whenever I come across, I watch complete clip. One of the best on UA-cam.
This was no battle. This was the beginning of a new friendship.
This has 309 likes yet there is no reply. I went out of my way to fix that
@@sero your doing gods work my friend
True
Are you Sure they dont mery?
That was a marriage proposal fam
Two smart kid in class arguing which answer is correct
Little did everyone on that train know that they would be a part of one of the greatest moments in improvised music history that day
Teacher: EVERYONE QUIET!!
Front Row: *quiet*
Back Row:
General Kenobi!
Hello there
Ah yes, the negotiator
Underrated comment
Your speciality is
Only sith lords
“Which one is winning?
“They’re both winning, son.”
I think it's fair to say that everyone won in this video.
That must be a memorable experience to everyone in that train
@@ghamdi7077 yes
The real winners are all the people on that cart
@@mangafreak923 yes
I watch this every few years and still feel the joy like watching it for the first time.
So true
This feels like if two expert table tennis players met and decided to keep a rally going for as long as possible just for the spectacle of it all
The dude went in playing Billie Jean's opening notes, talk about style
the pther guys was playing smooth criminal i think
@@roobartpie the other guy was also playing billie jean
Oh i didn’t notice that
@@roobartpie bruh
Yeah, his name is Sapphire, pro dude.
The fact that the second sax guy waited to enter in the right time is amazing
I noticed that too. So good
This is like a movie in moment
scripted, OMEGALUL
It's what they're wired up to do, music does require discipline to develop your capacities, and surely they have hundreds of hours playing with other people, this is on of the basics of musical activity
O mi got
it's so good to see that no one's holding their phone to record the show and just enjoying the moment.
yet another fine addition to my "algorithm strikes again" playlist
Two saxy men, fighting for territory. *Documented*
A Random Rat most accurate description I’ve ever read of anything
Wird notiert.
“The internet is filled with terrible and scary people”
The internet:
It's filled with both. It's a big place
The passangers ended up eating the loser of the battle
THOSE ARE DIRTY COPYRIGHT ABUSERS, LYNCH 'EM - some labels probably
Im Stealth
It’s usually not referring to the people in the videos placed on the internet.
It’s the ones commenting they are afraid of 😂
I see 6.9k bad people here
The way they approache the other sax guy while they shakes their booty is honestly so adorable
after years i still come back to this video and my favorite part still has to be when the guy assembles his sax like some hitman assembling a sniper its so silly but so wholesome
Everyone be calling this a sax battle when it's clearly a saxoff.
Sax-off-phone
I love myself a good sax off.
Doesn’t have a good ring to it.
Bro I made you 1,999. Can not wait for 2k!
@@tharealestinhurr someone must’ve removed their like cause it still ain’t 2k lmao
it's been 8 years and yet we don't have 3 things
1 - full battle
2 - full song
3- results of who won
IKR?
@@zilkon3622 the saddest fact we will ever know
I really spent a long time tryna find the whole thing and I found nothing 😓😔
@@norii5883 ua-cam.com/video/1_9IMZcbKHQ/v-deo.html 😏
@@muhammaddirga3473 thank you cery much
Got this recommended randomly after 10 years
He was a man of purpose... focused only for that perticular moment... a perfect sax'ssassination 😂
you know it's the original when the title says *"oRiGiNaL dUh"*
Duhh
Duhh
Duhh
Duhh
Duhh
I love the part where he Starts Assembling It like some kind of Rifle
Clank Clink lol yeah like “let me ready my weapon”
"Must.Kill.Furries."
Too much american for me lol
I actually thought he was building a joint lol
omg xD
love how almost everyone on the train were just watching and enjoying the performance, not seeing it through phones' camera
although appreciate the guy capturing this gem
That wasn’t a battle, that was a collab
Imagine you’re having the worst day of your life and you get on the subway just to have this happen in front of you
omg yes
What a mood change right
The best day of my life
Man I'd be so happy
and your deaf
When someone said "oh shit" in the second guy's entrance, I felt that
Me too buddy
I laughed
0:39
Delete this....
Same
This is like one of a lifetime for this encounter and it was worth it.
-hidden quest activated -
vibe with train sax boss and achive aqueous with boss and followers
Sax Guy 1: *Playing his sax while impressing the crowd*
Sax Guy 2: I'm about to join this man's whole career.....
Finally, a worthy meme. My low bow for subverting this clichèd thingy, otherwise it woulda be so dumb. Have a nice day.
@@OneNamelessHero ok
Lol
Brotastic Friend look like SEX Gay
HAHAHA
The fact that they just met each other and they're on sync-
Ik right that's what fascinated me the most
when you have proffesioned in playing the saxophone, so this day will come where you do a epic sax battle
Has nothing to do with them just meeting each, has everything to do with both of them being at that high of a musical ablity. It's their talent with the instrument, not how well they know the other person
Captain Jacked Pickle
It slightly has something to do with it. They've never talked about how they're going to play the piece. Right in the middle of the "battle" they were slightly off sync because they were adjusting with each other's style. Then later the other man in white pick up his que.
666 likes
If u are watching this ... either u are cursed by youtube recommendation or blessed by god of music 🙌
Dude prob been lugging that sax around just for this moment.
I love how excited the guy is in the beginning as he realizes his time has come.
I hope the two sax players became friends! It's always restores my faith in humanity when I see random strangers make magic like this happen.
Fr lol
We did end up playing a show with these guys. They have a dope band called EMEFE. gr8 groupa guys !
GREAT TIME Can u send me the link to a vid of theirs?
here's one I found ua-cam.com/video/sVsAMpcYntM/v-deo.html
Dude, that's freaking awesome! So these two actually *WEREN'T* two totally random strangers? Aww... I was thinking how awesome it would have been if they didn't know each other at the time :P
This video capturing this moment is precious.🙏❤️
that man had the intent of GREATNESS in his eyes. the pure passion was burning in him. truly magnificient
No words were exchanged. But a pact was formed between 2 kings
bow down to your new overlords
@@GREATTIME woah youre still replying to comments even if it's been 6 years 👏👏
@@hereforjhs7026 hekk yeah broskii
@@GREATTIME This video is beautiful, thank you.
byunzoe_af so are you
Player 1 : plays sax
Player 2 : plays sax too
Clapping man at 1:00 : MY TIME HAS COME!!!!!!
TO JOIN THIS FORBIDDEN WAR
Don't forget his Mission!!!
At least he claps in time:D
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You know that you have to watch this video every time it appears in your recommendation
Glad I stumbled upon this masterpiece saxophone work ❤❤
I bet everyone who was sleeping and woke up because of them were wondering why there was boss music playing
Me, hungover, hating my life at the loud noises
Its just a dream
It's Michael Jackson.
Ahahahahaha
Underrated comment
Imagine tripping hard on acid just trying to keep your shit together and get home on the subway when two guys just start having a sax battle.
Lmfaoo
Yes lmfaooooooo
When i read your commend loud then it sounds very wrong
Wow
Dead 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
the connection through music with a stranger is so powerful and uplifting
hands down one of the best vids on yt!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤
We don’t fight with fists, we fight with saxophones like men.
That's what ww3 is gonna be all about(hopefully)
Space Sheep *hopefully*
@@steveharrington6046 *_hopefully_*
Humans Are Retarded Creatures *HOPEfully*
Steve Harrington *_hopefully_*
Now *THIS* is an Avengers level threat...
@mattR Mega CUS I DON'T GIVE A FUCK...
@@manuelr.7461 omg this guy misspelled avenger word, this is hilarious
😂😂
just stop with the avengers thing. Childish movie, grow up
bulbo toro nah, dude, growing up sucks ass, I’d rather enjoy life
these dudes need to do a collab and remaster this
Funkiest moment for those who were there.
I like how he starts assembling the sax like hes going on a hitman job
lmao exactly
lmao exactly
lmao exactly
lmao exactly
lmao exactly
Imagine being a tourist and this is your first time on the subway
Stolen comment
@@handsoap6246 ok go to bed Aaron
GreenHandSoap sorry but no one asked
@@uglyjosh3220 honestly fr
@@Yahya-X42356 Do you mean A A ron
Man distances himself like its a battle in earthbound
Bro literally pulled out his sword and challenged for a duel of honor.
I love the reaction of the people around when they hear the other sax and know shits about to go down.
true bro hahahahahhaahhaha
"ooooh shit! :D"