If I'M BLUE (Da Ba Dee) was the HARDEST song in the world

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  • @CharlesBerthoud
    @CharlesBerthoud  Рік тому +105

    Use code berthoud at this link to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: incogni.com/berthoud

    • @georgiossirgoudis9207
      @georgiossirgoudis9207 Рік тому +1

      Love this song on bass🤘🤘this slaps really hard🤘🤘💥

    • @ifeanyichikezie7500
      @ifeanyichikezie7500 Рік тому

      P
      P
      P

    • @safavid
      @safavid Рік тому +2

      I would love to see a collab with you and El Estepario on drums 🤘🏻😳

    • @Pentaclown84
      @Pentaclown84 Рік тому +1

      always knew u had blue blood running through those hands

    • @Primarycore0
      @Primarycore0 Рік тому +1

      А.в.е
      С.о.м.о саус парк

  • @luvsiix_
    @luvsiix_ Рік тому +1904

    Absolutely timeless song played by a musician who somehow makes every track sound better than the original. Incredible.

    • @CharlesBerthoud
      @CharlesBerthoud  Рік тому +163

      Thanks!!

    • @lowang1548
      @lowang1548 Рік тому +6

      Link please....😂

    • @morpheus3190
      @morpheus3190 Рік тому +17

      @@CharlesBerthoud the most musical bass player ever. Seriously entertaining!

    • @MrChanceBogan
      @MrChanceBogan Рік тому +9

      I'm Green

    • @IHateNicolasCage
      @IHateNicolasCage Рік тому +12

      Timeless. Memorable to all of us from the years 1998 to…….. late 1998

  • @chaotic.rampage
    @chaotic.rampage Рік тому +361

    Man, the feeling I get from you playing bass is hard to describe. You're one of few musicians I run back to when I feel down.

  • @FindingIsaac
    @FindingIsaac Рік тому +173

    I can listen to this dude all day. I’ve been playing bass for 18 years and can only aspire to be this good.

    • @joshfoley8862
      @joshfoley8862 Рік тому +1

      You should showcase your talent!

    • @MrJoebiz24
      @MrJoebiz24 Рік тому +3

      Keep aspiring! I never took up an instrument. You're 18 years ahead of me. Never give it up.......

    • @deneskiss9756
      @deneskiss9756 Рік тому

      What do you think you are missing? 18 years seems like an awful lot of time on an instrument to play pretty much anything.
      Just genuenly curious, as to why you think that he is that much better than you after 18 years of practice.

    • @FindingIsaac
      @FindingIsaac Рік тому +2

      @@deneskiss9756 there are many musicians that have been playing for a long time, but do not necessarily practice multiple styles of music. And just because I’ve been playing for that long doesn’t mean I’ve been practicing that long. But life, kids, school, and work has taken precedent.

    • @incognitotorpedo42
      @incognitotorpedo42 9 місяців тому

      @@deneskiss9756 Not all humans are the same. Our brains are all wired differently. It's not like everyone gets to the same place at the same time.

  • @PizzaFritt
    @PizzaFritt Рік тому +83

    The commitment of this man is just pure gold, I'm happy he's having the views he deserves

  • @TitianBTUSN
    @TitianBTUSN Рік тому +43

    I have spent the last 2 hrs. listening to this song by different artists. I have to say, your rendition surpasses anyone trying emulate the way you did this song. Absolutely Wonderful!!!!!.....

    • @ImSquiggs
      @ImSquiggs Рік тому +6

      What led you to such an awesome afternoon?

    • @delxlup
      @delxlup Рік тому +3

      Be sure to listen to the version by Faouzia

  • @DegonTheMighty
    @DegonTheMighty Рік тому +355

    Oh man, I've been waiting for you to cover this! Amazing as always. It's always nice to see the stainless fretless bass.

    • @getyourfactsclear1463
      @getyourfactsclear1463 Рік тому +7

      Mee too

    • @CharlesBerthoud
      @CharlesBerthoud  Рік тому +48

      Yeah I think it works great on this song!!

    • @WarttHog
      @WarttHog Рік тому +2

      ​@@CharlesBerthoud Absolutely! Phase 4 was gorgeous! Thanks dude. I needed this tonight.

    • @rdiv
      @rdiv Рік тому +3

      ​@@CharlesBerthoud Sounds amazeblue! David introduced me to this channel and that was~ A WISE CHOICE. I love this song and your take on it.

  • @Tyelkormoko
    @Tyelkormoko Рік тому +187

    I love how blue it gets, the further we progress trough the song! Amazing video Charles, rock on!

  • @Scra2zyBass
    @Scra2zyBass Рік тому +192

    0:45 I think this is my favorite solo you’ve performed yet in a video! It’s so musically pleasing mixed with the perfect amount of super technical skill, it’s awesome. You are one of my biggest bass inspirations ever! Thanks Charles! 😎😎

    • @4namolly
      @4namolly Рік тому +3

      yo we need to see more of that blue bass for sure

    • @DanielMaixner
      @DanielMaixner Рік тому +1

      Reminds me a lot of czech 80s folk music. If you like this kind of vibe, czech out (pun intended) "Kamelot Brno". You might enjoy that

  • @bjakupov1
    @bjakupov1 Рік тому +8

    As a guitar player, your channel has given me an appreciation for bass that I have never had before. Thank you sir.

  • @flamestoragercz3011
    @flamestoragercz3011 9 місяців тому +4

    0:03 the best look ever

  • @ChosenofDarkness8
    @ChosenofDarkness8 Рік тому +65

    It's impressive how Charles held his breath for the whole song. talk about dedication to the craft!

  • @CalmingAnxiety
    @CalmingAnxiety Рік тому +123

    Your ability to take your content to higher and higher levels just blows me away. Going to have to watch again (and again) to appreciate every subtle nuance. Awesome work Charles

  • @jonlavigne3270
    @jonlavigne3270 Рік тому +36

    That fretless solo was tasty as hell. You should do a solo arrangement for 25 or 6 to 4.

  • @UglyChe
    @UglyChe Рік тому +8

    Your slapping and tapping are, as aways, amazing, but this, I felt in my soul, because of the fretless solo. Don't hate me, but it finally feels like your soul has been integrated into your music. You are, hands down, one of the, if not THE, greatest bassists on the planet, but, only recently, have your videos begun to move me emotionally. Keep it up. Love you, man.

  • @skeletor127
    @skeletor127 Рік тому +23

    This dude is the most talented bass player of all time and I don’t even think it’s close.

    • @Will-vs5kp
      @Will-vs5kp Рік тому +1

      Victor Wooten

    • @rededits9782
      @rededits9782 Рік тому

      Davie504

    • @timwormus
      @timwormus Рік тому +4

      I think if it came down to it, Davie would admit that Charles is a better bassist than he is, even if Davie has a bigger UA-cam following.

  • @kevinjones5560
    @kevinjones5560 Рік тому +42

    I’ve been watching your videos since you were at less than 400,000 subscribers. How are you not headlining a solo tour all over the world??!

  • @Cybrtronlazr
    @Cybrtronlazr Рік тому +87

    That tone is so clean, beautiful cover!

  • @mcgrud
    @mcgrud Рік тому +369

    For the algorithm. ✊

  • @RDR2MAKER
    @RDR2MAKER Рік тому +40

    How is it possible that you manage to make any song you touch better than the original? Charles, you are godly, my friend. 🙌 By far my favorite UA-camr. Thank you for all the unforgettable and amazing content. ❤

  • @jordangraham2942
    @jordangraham2942 Рік тому +8

    Dude, you are an amazing artist. The hard work you have put into investing in your self has paid off. I literally could watch you as a solo act concert. Bravo!!

  • @b-raffmusic9144
    @b-raffmusic9144 Рік тому +43

    This man is unstoppable and needs to be kept safe at all costs

  • @CasualWatcher279
    @CasualWatcher279 Рік тому +27

    That solo was Blue AF, and I am well and truly impressed by your commitment to the blue.

  • @JaredPenney77
    @JaredPenney77 Рік тому +23

    Amazing cover. I am continually in awe of your artistry on the metal fretless… your precision and tone is amazingly consistent. Legendary!!

  • @markfetherman6593
    @markfetherman6593 Рік тому +2

    Dube you're fookin' amazing.

  • @michaelschmitt3739
    @michaelschmitt3739 Рік тому +3

    This is not only a great example of superb music talent but also a great inspiration for a bunch of remixes. delicious.

  • @bassic3035
    @bassic3035 Рік тому +13

    ive been watching you for three years now, your bass videos literally have inspired me to buy my own bass. now ive been playing bass for three years and still jam to your videos! thanks for being such an inspiration

  • @CoolPapaJMagik
    @CoolPapaJMagik Рік тому +24

    Love the song or hate it, you can’t deny it’s a magical and catchy melody

  • @Ashnarath
    @Ashnarath Рік тому +10

    Not only the incredible bass playing but also the creativity and the fun you convey in your videos are definitely PRO-level. Amazing, Charles!

  • @allhonesty848
    @allhonesty848 11 місяців тому +4

    This gentleman has forgotten more about music than I will ever know. I love seeing genuine talent combined with passion.

  • @user-po2zt5le5h
    @user-po2zt5le5h Рік тому +2

    Solo on 0:57 is amazing. Imgine a song entirely like this.

  • @magellan3110
    @magellan3110 Рік тому +38

    This is some crazy sorcery bro! This series literally turns goofy ahh songs into super technical masterpieces. Keep it up.

  • @TheHolm
    @TheHolm Рік тому +12

    That fretless solo was absolutely fantastic!!

  • @xdcountry
    @xdcountry Рік тому +10

    Incredible execution. I was in Italy when the song first came out and it didn’t hit the states yet. I brought back the CD and my friends thought I was crazy saying this was gonna be huge.

  • @brandonherling4327
    @brandonherling4327 9 місяців тому +2

    I hear the influence of Mike porcaro in your playing. Such musicality

  • @misterseavixen5538
    @misterseavixen5538 Рік тому +5

    Great job! Would love to hear a full version of just the 12-string bass (the first one)

  • @aolien2739
    @aolien2739 Рік тому +16

    Dude this is one of my favorite videos you've ever done. Your composition and performances alone are already God tier, but you always take it to the next level with wacky humor and I will always be here for it ❤

  • @gimmeagig
    @gimmeagig Рік тому +31

    You are such an incredible bassist. It is not just a chopfest to watch you play. It is really musical. I know CDs are old school, but they are coming back because they sound so good. Do you think you will ever release a CD of your own music? I sure would buy it.

  • @rilril740
    @rilril740 Рік тому +12

    when i was 3 or 4 years old i LOVE this song haha!
    I'm not from an English-speaking country, but at that age my parents sent me to study English...maybe that's why I liked this song: because of the simplicity of the "words" of the chorus, huh?
    In any case - I did not even expect to ever hear it performed by the author of this channel! And it was amazing! Thanks for the nostalgia, and for another great video, man!

  • @timwormus
    @timwormus Рік тому +7

    If Sultans of Swing was the hardest song in the world.

  • @user-sz9iq2yh5e
    @user-sz9iq2yh5e Рік тому

    Fantastic! It's the most beautiful rearranged Song i've ever heard

  • @aaronchapman3
    @aaronchapman3 Рік тому +8

    Incredible musicianship plus genuinely entertaining and funny sponsorships... it doesn't get any better than Charles Berthoud ❤

  • @deanstewart27
    @deanstewart27 Рік тому +12

    Damn Charles your licks are like compounding interest, better and better each year. That middle slap section was insane technique, champion mate. 🏆 ❤

  • @JJZ77
    @JJZ77 Рік тому +4

    I pray for Slappageddon and the Slapocalypse. Nice work man, I'm blown away.
    Been playing bass for 15 years and your chops are incredible. So happy I found your channel!
    Cheers

  • @juliankasuk47
    @juliankasuk47 Рік тому +1

    Today I listen to this masterpiece whole day... My colleague in the car though the 6 string bass was a guitar played in low note, they were really amazed when I showed them the video, pure bass played with various techniques. 👍

  • @user-rs5rq2ti2g
    @user-rs5rq2ti2g 9 місяців тому +5

    playing Rush form bass Heroes Indonesian

  • @Shakerroo
    @Shakerroo Рік тому +7

    Amazing as usual! Love the fretless!

  • @opshlds
    @opshlds Рік тому +4

    Most assuredly the HARDEST version of I'm Blue by far! Fantastic technique, and amazing video, as always good sir!

  • @MinteyXF
    @MinteyXF Рік тому +5

    I was hoping you would do enter sandman but this really good. Keep up the great work Charles. I’m glad to say my first lesson went very well. And btw I learned the whole u can’t hold no groove from watching you and dead wax do it. Thank you so much. I support you 100%❤

  • @Zelaot
    @Zelaot 8 місяців тому +1

    WHAT AN ABSOLUTE UNIT !!!!!!!! I love u so much

  • @edcoad4930
    @edcoad4930 Рік тому

    I've been playing guitar for 12 months and can't even comprehend this skills! MIND BLOWN.

  • @Uatemydoodle
    @Uatemydoodle Рік тому +3

    I wish I could have an endless jam from you playing 24/7.

  • @dorriga13
    @dorriga13 Рік тому +2

    You are a superb bassist and musician. Awesome version.

  • @bassspieler7654
    @bassspieler7654 Рік тому +4

    Hi Charles, this is awesome like all of the other "Hardest song in the world". I love these videos! :)

  • @thederpydude2088
    @thederpydude2088 Місяць тому

    It was so cool to hear all the unique stylistic flairs and effects on the different instruments, especially the blue bass, which interestingly reminded me a little of the sound of a sitar because of kinda of subtly lingering high frequencies, kinda like an auditory aftertaste for the note played 🤔

  • @meganbeaudoin8085
    @meganbeaudoin8085 Рік тому +2

    This is amazing! I know nothing about bass guitars and whatever was happening in the 4th version made my jaw drop! Now I've gotta look up what that magic was!

  • @daveythehand4964
    @daveythehand4964 Рік тому +4

    Tremendous playing per the usual sir! Also, I like that the product you’re selling feels like something to help make our lives more manageable, not add clutter to it :)

  • @themandolinmaniac
    @themandolinmaniac Рік тому +5

    Awesome as always. By half way through I am laughing out loud and, at the slapocalypse, I am ready to sell my bass guitar. Thanks!

  • @duaneperkins8329
    @duaneperkins8329 Рік тому +4

    Such commitment to your craft, I love the blue hands. You just made a good song great!!! I would say Barbie Girl for your next challenge, just to see what you did for that one. 🤣 No matter what you choose, it will be great! 👏👏

    • @tsardean9192
      @tsardean9192 Рік тому +1

      He did Barbie Girl already, it was really dope. I'd link it for you but it'd get auto-removed

  • @allroundlad
    @allroundlad 3 місяці тому

    It's like if you had to think up the most epic way to play bass but for it to be actually possible and executed like this? This guy is the best.

  • @jsound03
    @jsound03 Рік тому +2

    Your bass tone and play style are giving off serious Marcus Miller vibes! Love this! Great work man!

    • @kaarem-t8899
      @kaarem-t8899 Рік тому

      Marcus Miller is not on Charles level - not even close.

  • @divineatah5750
    @divineatah5750 Рік тому +16

    This should’ve been the original song😂

  • @dvxbellorvm
    @dvxbellorvm Рік тому +2

    Cool… I never did think someday I will saw something so incredible like this! I’m really impressed how technically you play the string. It’s a pleasure watch this video. Congrats bro.

  • @user-eu6pj7ec7y
    @user-eu6pj7ec7y Рік тому +2

    Jamais vu un bassiste avec autant de talent

  • @blueblade455
    @blueblade455 Рік тому +30

    Congratulations, you've somehow made one of the most annoying songs in music history seem a lot more tolerable. Great work Charles!

  • @Quizzlebizzle
    @Quizzlebizzle Рік тому +1

    Dude, I don't know what you've done lately, or how this is even a possibility, but you've gotten even better all of a sudden. Did anyone else notice that? I know sometimes it's hard to see the difference in intervals when they are going from one extreme to a slightly more extreme level of extremity... but your playing is even smoother and more fluid than usual here. I am literally amazed. *
    *I'm always amazed by your videos, but in this case, my level of amazement is slightly higher than the regular standard level of amazedness brought on by your vids

  • @alexanderl187
    @alexanderl187 Рік тому +1

    What a beautiful fretless 6 string!!!! You've inspired me to pick my bass back up! Stellar Job!

  • @brianskupien9837
    @brianskupien9837 Рік тому +1

    I NEED THIS ON MY SPOTIFY PLAYLIST. I will probably listen to it a lot TBH

  • @davidsheppard4884
    @davidsheppard4884 9 місяців тому +2

    Just wow! All awesome as always, but I really enjoyed the fretless part👌🔥🤩🎶 Love your style, your groove AND especially your sense of humour too Charles! 🙌👏

  • @Shylock0031
    @Shylock0031 6 днів тому

    This is INCREDIBLE!!! No other word for it!!!

  • @risingeagle83
    @risingeagle83 Рік тому +1

    This is just SICK!! Amazing, you must have been playing for ages, I specially love the sound of the frettless 6 string

  • @MaTtEoTeoTè
    @MaTtEoTeoTè 10 місяців тому

    Ahahahahaha “slappa dee slappa die”… ❤’….ing genius ❤❤😂😂

  • @blakebass1
    @blakebass1 Рік тому +1

    Brilliant! Love this, Sir Charles. The fretless segment into the thumbing section is just incredible, and always keeps the song and melody alive throughout. This made my day!

  • @voltaspeeder17
    @voltaspeeder17 Рік тому +1

    This is so freakin' amazing i can't believe what i just heard. One of my absolutely favorite songs ever made even better

  • @SweetPappyJones
    @SweetPappyJones Рік тому +1

    *This song* = ☠️
    *Charles’ interpretation* = 🤩

  • @ClintHansonPercussion
    @ClintHansonPercussion Рік тому +1

    LOL this is SOOO good Charles! I'm inspired to do a Marimba cover now :D

  • @emiliareynasegura435
    @emiliareynasegura435 Місяць тому

    Love you ❤
    I'm fan of Blue da ba dee in all it's versions, languages, etc and you just unlocked new song 👌🏼✨

  • @EngineNo81
    @EngineNo81 4 місяці тому

    This is just perfectly played man!! Respect for this unique skill!

  • @MrGrombie
    @MrGrombie Рік тому

    I like how he went more and more progressively blue. As soon as I saw the hands, I was hoping he would. And I was not disappointed. 😂

  • @rildain76
    @rildain76 Рік тому +1

    Wait, an awesome arrangement AND an ad for something that everybody actually needs?! This is next level. 😮

  • @marcusinfestus1333
    @marcusinfestus1333 Рік тому

    Wow; didn't think I'd ever let "blue" play the whole way through.
    That was quite tasteful; totally unrecognizable.

  • @2TECHNODUDE2
    @2TECHNODUDE2 18 днів тому

    Talent as pure as talent comes! Amazing!

  • @brianclingenpeel5123
    @brianclingenpeel5123 Рік тому

    I love how the paint slowly fades off his hands from it being jammed right off his skin. Hahaha. Awesome

  • @johnricharddowling3276
    @johnricharddowling3276 6 місяців тому

    If I could learn to play like anyone, it would be Charles. Just wow!

  • @Bassdriver71
    @Bassdriver71 Рік тому +2

    You are an inspiration to all bass players Charles. Thank you for all your videos❤

  • @billvilla7799
    @billvilla7799 Рік тому +1

    Love to watch you play. You are a gifted musician...keep up the great stuff!

  • @libbygardner3021
    @libbygardner3021 5 місяців тому

    Nice! The third instrument seemed best suited to the song, to my ears. Gorgeous!

  • @HK_Musician
    @HK_Musician Рік тому

    1:10 I've never thought of playing that before. I love that

  • @statixsc3013
    @statixsc3013 Рік тому

    yep. incredible, i just wish i could do it. the groove is brilliant, the ghost notes and machine gun trips is all i wanted to do on bass . . .then u make me want to cry a bit.

  • @JeremyGlitch
    @JeremyGlitch Рік тому +2

    Charles, per usual, an absolute banger. Your videos are the best. Thank you. 🤟🤟🤟🤟

  • @EminencePhront
    @EminencePhront 2 місяці тому

    I never get tired of this channel.

  • @All-Fur-Coat_No-Trousers
    @All-Fur-Coat_No-Trousers Рік тому

    Ive been watching you play for several years now, and even though you were already playing like a virtuoso when I found you, you're even better now. Much better, even. The best I've ever seen, I think. At minimum, you're one of the best bassists alive- you've gotta be. It's not just your technical mastery or your arrangement skills, but your ability to evoke music that's moving and thrilling by pouring yourself into every moment. I'm your fan for life.

    • @LageYouTube
      @LageYouTube Рік тому

      I think it's just the fact his arranging skills have gotten better

  • @marianlech3378
    @marianlech3378 Рік тому

    Sir, I could loop the 2:10-2:11 lick for weeks. Respect, much love. You're an amazingly musical soul.

  • @NotThatGuy_YepThatGuy
    @NotThatGuy_YepThatGuy Рік тому

    0:11 Charles, I've been away from your content for a while, but knowing that you were engaged then seeing you wearing a second ring on your other hand immediately sparked a thing in me. I love when people find themselves enough to get married! Just came from a friend's wedding last night!!! Congrats to you both, all the best, and keep up with the awesome viseos!

  • @AndromacheNY
    @AndromacheNY Рік тому +1

    2 Requests: Breakfast At Tiffany's by Deep Blue Something and Another Night by MC Sar & Real McCoy. If you do those, I promise to buy downloads of them. Those two have Big Time nostalgia for me. They will always remind me of hanging out with my best friend from HS who passed away years ago. He definitely would have been a subscriber if he were still around.

  • @MrX-tv7mh
    @MrX-tv7mh Рік тому

    A splapadiddly-doolicious dance version of 'Grandma' St Winifred's school choir- and you have to perm your hair too 😆

  • @ArchDuke_JD
    @ArchDuke_JD Рік тому +1

    Damn that was so good its unbelievable

  • @rishichakraborty1948
    @rishichakraborty1948 5 місяців тому

    Man u r incredible ❤. Pls make playlists of full guitar teaching from beginner to advanced... And pls make tutorial about the 3rd and 7th style of this vdo. Love from India ❤❤❤

  • @tonq7670
    @tonq7670 Рік тому

    besides of main part, that's definitely precise and very artistic as always) I really like this ad) hope you'll get as much $ as you can, that quality is worth every penny

  • @anthonyroccojr4049
    @anthonyroccojr4049 Рік тому +2

    I just don’t understand how you can play a fretless instrument without looking. Awesome

    • @k.b.tidwell
      @k.b.tidwell Рік тому

      Do anything long enough and you'll know exactly where to put your finger.