MAJOR TO MINOR: What Does "Best Day Of My Life" Sound Like in a Minor Key? (American Authors Cover)

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  • @chaseholfelder
    @chaseholfelder  7 років тому +153

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    • @missyblack4922
      @missyblack4922 7 років тому +4

      Chase Holfelder .... Billie jean Michael Jackson

    • @yambotito
      @yambotito 7 років тому

      Chase Holfelder. Most people who can't sing dogs like this sing it anyways and it doesn't sound very good but you slowed it down and then sped it back up and it sounded amazing! Gained a subscriber! 👍

    • @trishia7215
      @trishia7215 7 років тому +12

      Chase Holfelder please make "Jacksepticeye ALL THE WAY anniversary" into Minor Pleaseee.

    • @morganjacobs5545
      @morganjacobs5545 7 років тому

      Tris hia YES JUST YES!!!!

    • @ravennn6440
      @ravennn6440 7 років тому

      Chase Holfelder I LOVE THIS SONG SO MUCH COULD SCREAM!!!!

  • @th0tcheet017
    @th0tcheet017 8 років тому +857

    "serial killer in the making" theme song.
    I love this.

    • @helloifailed
      @helloifailed 8 років тому +5

      K E L L I C

    • @th0tcheet017
      @th0tcheet017 8 років тому +1

      Gina Bartos Oui!

    • @gallonhealer782
      @gallonhealer782 5 років тому +2

      His minor key cover of Frank Sinatra's, "My Way," would be the song for when the villain gets caught and sentenced to death.

  • @Mandemon1990
    @Mandemon1990 9 років тому +889

    Wow, from happy-go-lucky song to straight up villain song. Nice.

    • @LEON8ur9er
      @LEON8ur9er 8 років тому +88

      ikr. before watching I thought to myself "there's no way he can twist the meaning of this song, it's so happy" I'm never unimpressed with his work

    • @keonahansen6116
      @keonahansen6116 7 років тому +1

      Mandemon1990 basically all of the major to minor songs he's made lol

  • @uroosastfu
    @uroosastfu 9 років тому +1072

    It sounds like a villain about to start an uprising

  • @Priscilla_Adejokun
    @Priscilla_Adejokun 8 років тому +1732

    You might even say he made some "minor" adjustments to this song

    • @clockworkdesigns87
      @clockworkdesigns87 8 років тому +11

      Priscilla Adejokun haha classic

    • @Priscilla_Adejokun
      @Priscilla_Adejokun 8 років тому +54

      Spenser Marzo why thank you XD I plan on *minor* ing in comedy

    • @clockworkdesigns87
      @clockworkdesigns87 8 років тому +31

      Priscilla Adejokun seems like it could be a minor part of life.

    • @Pierc.basil03
      @Pierc.basil03 7 років тому +8

      Priscilla Adejokun I applaud you for that punny joke 👏🏻...👏🏻....👏🏻...

    • @Priscilla_Adejokun
      @Priscilla_Adejokun 7 років тому +6

      Ahhhh, you guys make me smile 😁

  • @fenroseauburn
    @fenroseauburn 4 роки тому +9

    Chase can turn the happiest songs and the sad innocent songs into the most creepy or villainous songs ever.
    And I live for it.

  • @TheLaurelRose
    @TheLaurelRose 9 років тому +93

    I love this cover! Listening to it, I sort of imagine the "protagonist" of the song dealing with some kind of horrible depression, things in his life are all going terribly and it's getting harder and harder to deny the darkness in his mind, so he's desperately scrambling to hold onto happiness while it's falling apart around him.
    It's late and I'm tired. -.-

  • @RustyRayy_21
    @RustyRayy_21 8 років тому +541

    If you just replaced the word "best" with "last" it would be even more creepy XDD "it's gonna be the last day of my life, oooh ohh"

    • @sydney8715
      @sydney8715 8 років тому +103

      and if he replaced "my" with "your" it would make it even creepier

    • @princessunatainnabell5782
      @princessunatainnabell5782 5 років тому +23

      If best replace by last it sounds like suicide

    • @tomtenisse823
      @tomtenisse823 5 років тому +16

      @@princessunatainnabell5782 Kind of does anyways: "Please don't wake me now" "Best day of my life" (not living), "never gonna look back" etc

    • @makaylawoll6602
      @makaylawoll6602 4 роки тому +1

      @@tomtenisse823 yesss

  • @ceciliasobo281
    @ceciliasobo281 9 років тому +147

    This was so...dark and... and twisted... I loved it!

  • @FatWithAPh
    @FatWithAPh 9 років тому +29

    Wow. Holy shit. Petition to make a musical filled with major to minor songs? They take such a deeper meaning and id lOve to see something like this on sage

  • @claire7322
    @claire7322 4 роки тому +22

    I howled at the moon with friends
    And then the sun came crashing in
    Wo-o-o-o-o-oh
    But all the possibilities
    No limits just epiphanies
    Wo-o-o-o-o-oh
    I'm never gonna look back
    No-oh
    I'm never gonna give it up
    Whoa-oh
    Please, don't wake me now
    This is gonna be the best day of my life
    My life
    My life
    This is gonna be the best day of my life
    My life
    My life
    I had a dream so big and loud
    I jumped so high I touched the clouds
    Wo-o-o-o-o-oh
    I stretched my hands out to the sky
    We danced like monsters through the night
    Wo-o-o-o-o-oh
    I'm never gonna look back
    Whoa-oh
    I'm never gonna give it up
    No-oh
    Please don't wake me now
    This is going to be the best day of my life
    My life
    This is going to be the best day of my life
    My life

  • @Lukas-gx8sz
    @Lukas-gx8sz 8 років тому +81

    From a musician's standpoint... you're freaking awesome. Your voice is so smooth, but it has such power when you sing and just. Whoa. Thank you so much for making these videos. Your voice is perfect for such minor chords like these.

  • @jediparker
    @jediparker 9 років тому +436

    Another great cover! Do you think you could do "sweet dreams" by eurythmics or "another one bites the dust" by Queen?

    • @NytSong
      @NytSong 9 років тому +2

      oh, yes, that would be cool

    • @usama9490
      @usama9490 9 років тому +1

      I love your name

    • @jediparker
      @jediparker 9 років тому +1

      +Ali Ejaz well thank you!

    • @urwow9
      @urwow9 9 років тому +6

      The first one I think would sound great and creepy in a Minor tone~

    • @jediparker
      @jediparker 9 років тому +1

      +Shadowfury KatrinaFTW I know! if you just look at the words themselves, they sound creepy, so I tink it would totally work.

  • @dARTHvADERGirl7
    @dARTHvADERGirl7 8 років тому +692

    Welcome to the Black Parade by My Chemical Romance from Major to Minor

  • @artemisia457
    @artemisia457 8 років тому +70

    I need 10 hours version of this song, no joke... It's way better than original.

    • @anat1120
      @anat1120 8 років тому +3

      +Loki Odinson Seriously. My finger is getting tired of clicking the "replay" button.

    • @GLu-tb1pb
      @GLu-tb1pb 8 років тому +6

      right click->loop
      you're welcome.

  • @eq2360
    @eq2360 8 років тому +77

    This song gives me the image of someone who will soon commit a murder and is starting to piece the plan together while reveling in a pre-murderous adrenaline rush

  • @melware1372
    @melware1372 7 років тому +16

    Me:"Okay, there's no way he can turn this song dark."
    Me three seconds later:"I was incorrect."

  • @archerdork7116
    @archerdork7116 7 років тому +7

    I love how so many songs go from happy, upbeat songs to "I'm about to be elbow deep in blood and guts and I won't be sorry about it."

  • @Rock_Lee_The_Handsome_Devil
    @Rock_Lee_The_Handsome_Devil 9 років тому +41

    YOU JUST KEEP GETTING BETTER

  • @katzrox
    @katzrox 9 років тому +134

    This was done so wonderfully! I love that not only did you switch from major to minor, but you changed the style to fit. Amazing, keep it up! :)

  • @JerkyMurky
    @JerkyMurky 9 років тому +24

    I just heard this on Monday Night Countdown and instantly went
    "That's Chase Singing!"

  • @reeceball
    @reeceball 9 років тому +397

    Everyone's like "this makes me think of someone about to commit murder"
    I'm like "this makes me think of someone about to commit suicide"
    Well there I go automatically going with the more angsty version rather than creepy. *rolls eyes*

    • @consideringconstantine7796
      @consideringconstantine7796 9 років тому +14

      I thought of a whole story to go with this version of it. The gist of it was: person is about to declare love to their s/o so they take the other person out on a big day thing; s/o has some big news to tell first; s/o is going to die soon; s/o dies; original person thinks about committing suicide.

    • @consideringconstantine7796
      @consideringconstantine7796 9 років тому +6

      +Cat Hara I didn't notice that. I tried not to pay attention to the lyrics because American Authors always gets stuck in my head.

    • @khloeg1649
      @khloeg1649 7 років тому +12

      Comrade 269 OH MY GOSH. "This is gonna be the best day of my life"JUST PLAYED AFTER I READ THAT AND I'M SEEING THAT. SONG VERSION OF A SUICIDE NOTE. HOLY SHIT

    • @katierose8632
      @katierose8632 5 років тому +3

      Same👌

    • @bladenot-runner1795
      @bladenot-runner1795 4 роки тому +7

      Why not murder-suicide? Best of both worlds.

  • @JoshuaMicah85
    @JoshuaMicah85 9 років тому +1

    Nothing beats that crescendo starting at 2:30, goosebumps.

  • @DenderFriend
    @DenderFriend 9 років тому +57

    It sounds like a villain song from the POV of a coma patient who woke up with immense power.
    How about a sad cover of All Star or I'm a Believer?

    • @alecsmith4349
      @alecsmith4349 9 років тому +5

      Or the song of a tortured hero who nearly lost everything. (just a story I'm working on)

  • @Lionstar123
    @Lionstar123 9 років тому +3

    I love this version so much more than the original. This one sounds like it's telling of a person who is desperate for a break in his life, as if nothing's been going right and he's determined to make today worth living. It's absolutely brilliant.

  • @mollyl2435
    @mollyl2435 8 років тому +428

    He's like if Dean Winchester were a badass musician instead of a badass hunter.

    • @raeleelol
      @raeleelol 8 років тому +25

      Thank god I wasn't the only one thinking that.

    • @sophiemiller2764
      @sophiemiller2764 7 років тому +29

      Molly L technically he could be because Jensen is a badass singer and guitar player

    • @neadedios3106
      @neadedios3106 7 років тому +3

      True

    • @user-by1df8ok3l
      @user-by1df8ok3l 7 років тому +3

      Yes😍

    • @Kn1feShift
      @Kn1feShift 7 років тому +12

      DID I HEAR SUPERNATURAL?

  • @sdioniz
    @sdioniz 8 років тому +36

    It's amazing how a happy song can sound so beautifully twisted and evil.. It sounds like a psychopath is planning to do something that'll make him really freaking happy xD

  • @tjshoutout98
    @tjshoutout98 9 років тому +154

    you should sing creep by radiohead in minor

  • @TheRebbecaS
    @TheRebbecaS 8 років тому +5

    After listening to all of these amazing renditions of popular music I suddenly have the urge to listen to all of my music in minor. Keep up the amazing music making. Wishing you the best!!

  • @shadymist9035
    @shadymist9035 3 роки тому +5

    I made up two little stories to go with this song.
    1: the person singing is actually in a dream, and after having fun realised it was a dream but enjoys it far more than their actual life so they decide they want to stay there forever, even if its only a day longer.
    Or maybe
    2: someone realises they are terminally ill and so wants to do everything they wanted to do in their last day. They want to have fun but they cant help but feel bitter and upset at their lack of time. Ultimately they realise that they , in trying to be happy their last few moments, ended up trying to force themselves to try and live their happy fantasies instead of enjoying their last day to the fulliest like they wanted and on their deathbed they lament about it.
    Just my takes on it, let me know any stories you have and share it with each other as well. Dont forget to stay hydrated and have a nice day :)

  • @Mylkzi
    @Mylkzi 7 років тому +2

    This totally changed the whole theme of the song!

  • @SamadSaVage
    @SamadSaVage 9 років тому +18

    This is Much better than the original :D

  • @AllisenByrd
    @AllisenByrd 8 років тому +217

    DO SAY GERONIMO!

    • @annaa4377
      @annaa4377 7 років тому +3

      YESS I COMPLETELY AGREE WITH YOU!

    • @emmawiley2452
      @emmawiley2452 7 років тому +3

      YES!!!! * Signs the paper saying that Say Geronimo should so be his next song*

    • @zarico6157
      @zarico6157 6 років тому

      I SECOND THIS DO IT DO IT

    • @noororivyandavan2816
      @noororivyandavan2816 6 років тому

      YAS

    • @thatoneguy9582
      @thatoneguy9582 4 роки тому

      I know it’s like three years late but I’m signing this petition too

  • @autumns0ng509
    @autumns0ng509 6 років тому +2

    I love how you give songs such a different feeling and deeper meaning! I love your covers and they turn out so well!

  • @loriemerns5741
    @loriemerns5741 9 років тому +38

    CHASE I LOVE YOU

  • @TheOblivionDreams
    @TheOblivionDreams 9 років тому +154

    Will there ever be a Minor to Major?

    • @chrisbrown18andup
      @chrisbrown18andup 9 років тому +4

      +Chase Holfelder it'd be kinda fun

    • @margaret_adelle
      @margaret_adelle 9 років тому +2

      +NordinDutch It would definitely be interesting.

    • @Puggalug
      @Puggalug 9 років тому

      +Christopher Brown it's so true . I looked up song minor to major songs on UA-cam and I found Losing My Religion by R.E.M. ... I laughed out loud reading the comment of how it sounded like a cheesy theme song for a sitcom.

    • @qwertyuijamesop
      @qwertyuijamesop 9 років тому +2

      +Chase Holfelder JUST DO IT! haha :3 We are still gonna love it

  • @DylanFangirl
    @DylanFangirl 7 років тому +2

    THIS IS SO GOOD WTF

  • @ptrocks99
    @ptrocks99 9 років тому +77

    Wow you are obviously a skilled musician but them video edits tho.

    • @breakerbeams
      @breakerbeams 7 років тому +6

      Patrish i know right? this guy's a triple threat. looks, musical talent, and video editing skills.

  • @griskaludong225
    @griskaludong225 9 років тому +1

    YOU ARE SO GREAT OMG I LOVE YOUR WORK SO MUCH. KEEP IT UP. DON'T STOP. YOUR COVER ARE MY DRUGS. I'M ADDICTED. LOVE YOU!

  • @friskanzy8072
    @friskanzy8072 8 років тому +2

    freakkin love your voice and skill

  • @Lycxnn
    @Lycxnn 6 років тому +4

    2019 and I still love this 😔💕

  • @thebigbomb4076
    @thebigbomb4076 9 років тому +1

    That was awesome man!

  • @MarimbaMaurice
    @MarimbaMaurice 9 років тому +3

    Your own twist on this one is amazing!

  • @redi6
    @redi6 9 років тому

    dude the uniqueness of all your minor tracks just blows me away. incredible

    • @redi6
      @redi6 9 років тому

      +Chase Holfelder how long on average does one of these songs take you to create?

  • @silvyadav
    @silvyadav 9 років тому +1

    this is your best work together with every breath you take

  • @englandwallace4196
    @englandwallace4196 9 років тому

    I am, literally, in love with every major to minor. I'm a big fan of minor keys and the dissonance generally present.
    And your voice. I mean...just...amazing.

    • @englandwallace4196
      @englandwallace4196 9 років тому

      +Chase Holfelder Somebody To Love by Queen? To me, the song always sounded far too upbeat for the lyrics. Plus, I think you could probably have some fun with Queen's love of those fantastic harmonies. :-D

  • @PsychTrash
    @PsychTrash 9 років тому +1

    You truly have a God given gift Chase! Keep using it to inspire and entertain! ❤️

  • @kelseywood7533
    @kelseywood7533 9 років тому +1

    Absolutely the best musician on youtube.

  • @fadedplushmariobros3076
    @fadedplushmariobros3076 5 років тому +1

    1:25 👍🏻👌🏻 I love it

  • @Hardcaslte
    @Hardcaslte 9 років тому

    Tweet it to American Authers to let them see how much better this version is. Minor is always better, this sounds so awesome

  • @Sara-ev2kx
    @Sara-ev2kx 8 років тому +3

    WOW! This is incredible!!!!!!!!

  • @lizmago8761
    @lizmago8761 9 років тому

    Just blew me away with that song... utterly amazing. Well done on the feature this weekend. Now the fuse has been lit.. we're gonna see you shoot for the sky and shower us with more of your amazing talent. Looking forward to seeing you reap the rewards of all that hard work. Keep amazing us all Chase!

  • @rmitchem71
    @rmitchem71 9 років тому +1

    Another amazing song!!!

  • @Luvableme94
    @Luvableme94 8 років тому

    I always find it so cool how you end the chorus on a major chord before the ensemble concludes the song as it fades out with the chords back in minor. :D It's a terrific touch!

  • @LIBALAT1MMAY
    @LIBALAT1MMAY 6 років тому +1

    i literally love these minor key versions! they sound so spooky!

  • @london6666
    @london6666 9 років тому

    I love your voice for these! I don't think I'll ever get sick of listening to them!

  • @pa_nickk5714
    @pa_nickk5714 9 років тому

    Seriously something must be done so more people learn about this amazing voice...!

  • @VampireGeisha6
    @VampireGeisha6 9 років тому

    YOu never cease to amaze me how talented you are. I am happy to hear your getting recognition for your talents and will look forward to watching the Sunday Night Football.

  • @ashleighstead3435
    @ashleighstead3435 9 років тому

    Always been a massive fan of songs in a minor key but this cover definitely takes the cake. Everything I've heard you do is incredible!!

  • @StaceyRyanMusic
    @StaceyRyanMusic 9 років тому

    Lol you should've changed it to "the worst day of my life" 😂 but in all seriousness this version is amazing

  • @smallgoblin5813
    @smallgoblin5813 9 років тому

    you're literally one of the most talented people on youtube. i love everything you do!

  • @liviabrandao7972
    @liviabrandao7972 9 років тому +2

    I feel like this would have been the background music for Dexter every time, amazing talent man!

  • @TheDarkanngel
    @TheDarkanngel 8 років тому +1

    I'm a fan! Didn't think I'd like the change but I'm addicted!!

  • @terrycampbell7998
    @terrycampbell7998 9 років тому +53

    Chase how do you do this much?!?!?!?

  • @Emerylawrence7463
    @Emerylawrence7463 9 років тому

    I think this might be one of my favorite covers you've done so far. Love your voice, and love how original you get with these major to minors. :) Keep on keepin' on!

  • @Alexander-__-
    @Alexander-__- 9 років тому +1

    Your renditions of all of these songs are so wonderful! Keep doing what your doing!

  • @JoyRenzi
    @JoyRenzi 9 років тому

    I can't express how much I enjoy that you improved all this pop...far better than the originals. Well done! xxxx

  • @walmarttpman
    @walmarttpman 9 років тому +18

    I guess the only question is...when do you go on tour?!

  • @daniellesmith0613
    @daniellesmith0613 9 років тому

    Fantastic as always! Congrats on being featured on ESPN!

  • @allentomalmondol
    @allentomalmondol 6 років тому +2

    You are one talented musician who can play everything ! I think this version is better than the real one. :)

  • @johnnykaz21
    @johnnykaz21 9 років тому

    ESPN brought me here and I'm glad it did. Awesome stuff! And not just on this song... Well done!

  • @stevemunoz5751
    @stevemunoz5751 9 років тому

    Chase ill say that I have been watching your work for awhile, you have some serious talent brotha! God's given you an incredible gift! Keep it coming bro!

  • @alexisgonzales7150
    @alexisgonzales7150 9 років тому +2

    omg seriously am I the only one that hears "The Rasmus" lead singer in his voice! ? it's so similar ! BEAUTIFUL! ♡

  • @scottclayton1600
    @scottclayton1600 9 років тому

    Chills...and such an inspiration. Thanks again Chase for the pleasure.

  • @nurhazimah4971
    @nurhazimah4971 9 років тому

    Amazing just AMAZING!You blew me away all the time,Chase!I look forward to your uploads every time.

  • @lesliecampbell5412
    @lesliecampbell5412 7 років тому

    This sounds like a very modern (and english) Cirque du Soleil inspired remix. Love it!

  • @ArtisanTheatre
    @ArtisanTheatre 9 років тому

    Everything you produce is top notch! Our theater is a huge fan.

  • @Liesiemooo
    @Liesiemooo 9 років тому

    Your voice is just breathtaking, I have chills everywhere. The music is also great, haha. Keep it up Chase!

  • @dennaejones50
    @dennaejones50 9 років тому

    You are so insanely talented! I have always loved songs in minor keys and your layering is awesome!

  • @MrKembangkecut
    @MrKembangkecut 9 років тому

    You're too good man. Keep doing more of these. You're gonna be the next best channel on UA-cam.

  • @jalbertfan931
    @jalbertfan931 6 років тому

    You turned a song that I don’t like that much into one of my favourite songs you are so talented I love this so much

  • @yanuarct
    @yanuarct 9 років тому +4

    you deserve millionsss views & subscribers man, you got talent

  • @АнгелинаГаљевић
    @АнгелинаГаљевић 6 років тому +1

    I like to listen to your covers when studying..

  • @adamzielinski5952
    @adamzielinski5952 9 років тому

    This would be the perfect song to play over a movie trailer for a Werewolf: The Forsaken film. It's exciting and haunting and the lyrics fit surprisingly well when viewed through that lens.

  • @mbm22699
    @mbm22699 9 років тому

    You deserve all the great things that are coming for you chase! Can't wait to hear one of your minor covers be a theme for a TV show one day 😋

  • @farrispeterkamel2344
    @farrispeterkamel2344 9 років тому

    Chase, great work here. Kudos to ESPN for getting you air time on Countdown. Good luck to you.

  • @RandonPersom542
    @RandonPersom542 9 років тому

    This song is beautifully haunting in minor key.... to me it almost comes across as if one were singing that it would be the best day of their life, as well as their last.

  • @rosewhipple9923
    @rosewhipple9923 9 років тому +1

    omg you are now my favorite person! I love this version of the song so much!

  • @MoriyaMug
    @MoriyaMug 8 років тому +2

    How did I miss this one?! This is amazing!

  • @shannonneumeyer3530
    @shannonneumeyer3530 9 років тому

    You make it seem effortless! Such a beautiful rendition.

  • @hedvig872
    @hedvig872 9 років тому

    This song just got 3428641084 times better! Amazing work, as always!! :)

  • @finnthedoctor
    @finnthedoctor 9 років тому +1

    O: consistently blown away from your work! Congrats on the TV spot!

  • @joellenthrem4612
    @joellenthrem4612 9 років тому

    Love it!!! And congrats on the feature on ESPN. Appreciate of all your work/art!! :)

  • @liarimaher4420
    @liarimaher4420 8 років тому

    This is such a fun version!!! I love everything about it.
    You know what might be awesome? I Knew You Were Trouble.

  • @nadaqueocultar
    @nadaqueocultar 8 років тому

    Just.. wow. I just found you and I'm watching and liking every single video. Can't wait for more!

  • @MsSheeep
    @MsSheeep 9 років тому

    I really love you major to minor transitions! keep them coming!

  • @aliceh5464
    @aliceh5464 9 років тому

    You have so much talent, thank you for letting the world (aka me over and over again) enjoy it! xoxo

  • @ajfrey004
    @ajfrey004 8 років тому

    This completely changed the meaning of the song.. I love it! It's terrifying and makes me think it's about a murderer or something. Super cool

  • @BrandonGuttke
    @BrandonGuttke 9 років тому

    Just heard this on Monday Night Countdown! Fantastic job dude! This is awesome! Keep 'em coming!

  • @nuljeon
    @nuljeon 9 років тому +2

    Holy crap this is the best song I've ever heard