@@johnmartinez7440 especially since baa baa black sheep has the exact same notes as twinkle little star and the alphabet song but you won't see people saying they sampled each other
I'm far from a professional but for me it just comes from seeking out music and listening to it.. all of it. If I find a jazz artist from Portgual or Spain I like, I try to listen to a full album, or if I really like them, all their work. Then when you're making a beat it suddenly hits you "Wait.. the guitar from that Laurindo Almeida would go perfectly with this.." and boom. I love that about music. Bobby Caldwell is one who I downloaded and loved EVERY album, he is such a huge inspiration to me. Damn good dance music too, and all of the above have been so frequently sampled I didn't realize it until I tried myself!
@@ZeranZeran To me it happens in tha same way, I usually sample Brazilian songs, and when I'm producing, suddenly a crazy idea, sometimes more than one appear in my mind, and I quickly put it on my song.
@@ZeranZeranI think what I like the most when it comes to producing, is the originality that each producer can dropp in it's songs, no need to follow 100% producing rules or mixing rules, the more original you are, the more special your song will be.
they are mentioned in the post-script of the song production for legal purposes and then catalogued on sites like 'whosampled'. go check it out. they've been doing it since 1990. It could be mentioned on the single or album itself.
@@Aclipsiya You should check out Gotye's documentaries from the Making Mirrors album (where this song is from). He wrote, performed, sampled, and produced everything. Kimbra sang on this song and another friend of his played bass on a few. Otherwise, all him!
I thought so too, until one day I was watching tv and like a beer commercial came on with a song that sounded like the intro to somebody I used to know. I was surprised to find out how sampled the song really was
It’s genius. Because Gotye is a multi-instrumentalist AND a sample master apparently. It takes such a good ear and vision to make it all work, making it so believable we all thought it was just him playing.
idk why but this seems somehow way more impressive than if it was actually played with real instruments, i honestly believe this much layer of sampling takes more musical knowledge and ear
Same. Stuff like this is why I almost prefer sampling and love it so much. You can make something so cool and new out of multiple older pieces and the possibilities are endless. And the sounds are already properly recorded and mixed. It’s also why I think the creation of hip hop was genius, they didn’t have/couldn’t afford all those instruments nor had the lessons, some kids from the ghettos chopped up parts of other songs and put them together and made new records
@@YoungYahtz94You're wrong about the kids who started hiphop, lots of them were trained musicians, Nas was a trumpet player, flava flav from public enemy played tons of instruments at a high level, guys like madlib play everything from piano to flutes to drums to much more, and TONS of other artists are dope musicians. Also, it's harder to create from samples when you're limited with amount of notes, length of notes, background sounds in the samples, and various other aspects. You shouldn't assume those guys had no money for instruments and no training because that is so wrong. Kinda racist view to hold tbh
@@UncleBenjs there were rappers before Nas and all those people you named lmao I’m talking about the days of DJ Kool Herc and them, the earliest hip hop records were literally samples. It’s got nothing to do with racism (Not to mention I’m black in the first place🤣) it’s how it started out. I think you need to do your research . I been a hip hop fan since the late 90s my friend I’ve quite literally done my homework on this. And whether it’s harder to create from samples or not is subjective, I respectfully but totally disagree with you on that
@@YoungYahtz94 The earliest hiphop records were not samples tho. The earliest hiphop records were played by bands, and then guys like Rick Rubin was disapointed that they didn't have the same feel as the block parties, which were breaks being juggled on the turntables. Hence why slightly later into it Rick brought samples into actual records. Your history is off my dude.
This song came on the radio the other day and I was just thinking how well produced it was. Had no idea it was so sample based. This is some pro-level sampling.
Yeah im sure Gotye could have had a huge career solo. But since he got in that other band I rarely hear anything about him. But seeing how his music creation process is very technical and time consuming I can imagine why it would be tiring.
It was years after listening to and loving Making Mirrors that I found out Gotye primarily works with samples and even considers himself more of an engineer than a musician--and to be honest, the work and artistry that goes into his productions on that album are phenomenal. Really tremendous piece of work, thank you for highlighting it here!
@@ThePwig I've never heard the full album, but saying that THIS song is not the strongest is a bold statement. I'm gonna listen to the album tonight, you really made me interested. Thanks!
I've listened to it and definitely am mind blown. I wasnt prepared for this! I need more listens, my faves were Smoke and Mirrors and State of Art, but to me STWUTK is still the best. But maybe this will change with more rotations on the album@@OldObscureUnpopularGames
This is a perfect example of why I love sampling. It’s way more dope than it gets credited for especially amongst newer producers, there’s an art to it in and of itself. You gotta be pretty well rounded musically to even know these songs let alone piece them together to make something new
This video is why UA-cam is so amazing. There are millions of videos like this. I just need to find them. Fantastic subject, fantastic video. So well executed. Thank you.
Great ff-in’ breakdown. I remember Gotye talking about how much the main sample cost him. Which he didn’t mind too much. Anyway, superb and tasteful sampling techniques. And a great video which you put a lot of love in. Subscribed.
This is excellent, thank you. I was always curious how he got such distinct sounds from the instruments and now I know it was creative sampling and editing
This song was already incredible enough for the impact and records it broken, but to be composed so meticulously is nothing short of astounding. Gotye (and the team behind it) really gave us their best here
As someone who has always loved music and the history of music. And started making my own music when I was 10 on my first computer and I'm 38 now I was also always interested in the origin of samples. I take pride in knowing where most samples originate and often how they evolved over the years. I gotta say I've never seen the progression of taking a sample chopping up re arranging it and whatever else the song may ultimately call for and all, I have never seen such a great job visualizing it as you have in this video. I just stumbled into this video so I'd you have more I haven't seen than YET. Cause I'm bout to go and check now. You got a new subscriber out of me. Not that gaining an old musician who makes music no one wants to listen to is a real gain. Lol
See I knew it was the first song that was the source for a sample, but I had no idea that there were multiple samples from various other pieces. this is spectacular work and I can’t stop watching you did great
Amazing video!!! Never knew there was so much sampling in this song, honestly makes the song even better imo, brilliant sampling. It's sad that the man was so overwhelmed with the success that he quit making music... Hope one day he will shake it off and get back to creating wonderful art.
Thank you for the fantastic work you have done. I can't wait for you to add more pieces! The video editing is also beautiful, I can't imagine how much time you spent on it...! Well done, well done, well done!
Had no idea there were so many samples in this and that it was so sample based, hope your channel gets more credit soon, these videos are really awesome and very informative.
As a brazilian (first sample), can't feel mad. That's creativity as well. He mixed all these samples into one legendary song. An art in itself. Kudos to Gotye for that insight.
The Making Mirrors LP is another sampling Masterclass everyone should participate. You will appreciate more of Gotye's music when you listen to the album.
Man, this is so awesome. I did not know the whole song had so many samples and the editing is great! New subscriber for suuuuree, I’d love to see more of these
This is essentially how pop music works now - samples that register as familiar somewhere in your brain, and thus you’re inclined to like the song. It’s really just a very modern version of older songs that used the same blues patterns and rhythms, or similar chord structures.
![Gotye - Somebody That I Used To Know (feat. Kimbra) [Official Music Video]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/8UVNT4wvIGY/mqdefault.jpg)
0:00 - Intro
0:13 - Seville (Nylon Guitar)
0:47 - Ba Ba Black Sheep (Xylophone)
1:08 - Co-Gona Voodoo ("Boofy Drums")
1:23 - Verse Breakdown
1:31 - Woke Up This Morning ("Tango Drums")
1:57 - Memphis (Electric Guitar)
2:11 - Verse Breakdown (Part 2)
2:21 - Puerto De Barranquilla (Cowbell)
2:46 - Mellotron
2:57 - Final Breakdown & Outro
Ffs how did I never realise it was Baa Baa Black Sheep
@@johnmartinez7440 it's honestly quite a bit of a reach if you ask me
@@johnmartinez7440 especially since baa baa black sheep has the exact same notes as twinkle little star and the alphabet song but you won't see people saying they sampled each other
Thanks
@@hakubestgirlhow’s it a reach when it’s the exact sample? 😂
Whoever decided to actually sit down and find all if these samples is a legend
I'm far from a professional but for me it just comes from seeking out music and listening to it.. all of it. If I find a jazz artist from Portgual or Spain I like, I try to listen to a full album, or if I really like them, all their work. Then when you're making a beat it suddenly hits you "Wait.. the guitar from that Laurindo Almeida would go perfectly with this.." and boom. I love that about music. Bobby Caldwell is one who I downloaded and loved EVERY album, he is such a huge inspiration to me. Damn good dance music too, and all of the above have been so frequently sampled I didn't realize it until I tried myself!
Gotye actually produced this track!
@@ZeranZeran To me it happens in tha same way, I usually sample Brazilian songs, and when I'm producing, suddenly a crazy idea, sometimes more than one appear in my mind, and I quickly put it on my song.
@@ZeranZeranI think what I like the most when it comes to producing, is the originality that each producer can dropp in it's songs, no need to follow 100% producing rules or mixing rules, the more original you are, the more special your song will be.
they are mentioned in the post-script of the song production for legal purposes and then catalogued on sites like 'whosampled'. go check it out. they've been doing it since 1990. It could be mentioned on the single or album itself.
I had no idea the song was that heavily layered. Thank you for making this
Same
What can someone study to learn how to sample and to understand how is layered a song?
@@coprilettodelnapoli5466 research ever technique mentioned. That's it.
@@coprilettodelnapoli5466 just start.
@@coprilettodelnapoli5466 Listen to music that samples stuff !
this is insane, i always thought this was entirely composed from scratch
I believe that in industry most songs is sampled from old 60's 70's song
@@Aclipsiya You should check out Gotye's documentaries from the Making Mirrors album (where this song is from). He wrote, performed, sampled, and produced everything. Kimbra sang on this song and another friend of his played bass on a few. Otherwise, all him!
I thought so too, until one day I was watching tv and like a beer commercial came on with a song that sounded like the intro to somebody I used to know. I was surprised to find out how sampled the song really was
I knew about the Luiz Bonfa sample (think Gotye donated royalties to him?) but the others are new to me!
It is also difficult to find the right samples and arrange them
It’s genius. Because Gotye is a multi-instrumentalist AND a sample master apparently. It takes such a good ear and vision to make it all work, making it so believable we all thought it was just him playing.
It took one of the most legendary guitarists ever to show that you could do the whole thing on one guitar.
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damn bro that sampling is just genius shit
Wow I had respect for this song. Lost it all. Record some real instruments, it's not that hard. Quit stealing!
@@danerd8978boy u are tripping hard because I guarantee you you won’t ever have the ear or ability to take tracks and turn them into new ones
@@danerd8978you’ll be disappointed to find some of the most popular early hip hop tracks were mainly sampled beats
@@danerd8978 i know u suck at music just from reading that take
@@danerd8978u should try making a track as complex as this. Layering samples like this seems easy but it's extremely hard.
idk why but this seems somehow way more impressive than if it was actually played with real instruments, i honestly believe this much layer of sampling takes more musical knowledge and ear
Right. wtf my mind is being blown. I kind of just expected this song to be real instruments. I have a different respect for it.
Same. Stuff like this is why I almost prefer sampling and love it so much. You can make something so cool and new out of multiple older pieces and the possibilities are endless. And the sounds are already properly recorded and mixed. It’s also why I think the creation of hip hop was genius, they didn’t have/couldn’t afford all those instruments nor had the lessons, some kids from the ghettos chopped up parts of other songs and put them together and made new records
@@YoungYahtz94You're wrong about the kids who started hiphop, lots of them were trained musicians, Nas was a trumpet player, flava flav from public enemy played tons of instruments at a high level, guys like madlib play everything from piano to flutes to drums to much more, and TONS of other artists are dope musicians.
Also, it's harder to create from samples when you're limited with amount of notes, length of notes, background sounds in the samples, and various other aspects.
You shouldn't assume those guys had no money for instruments and no training because that is so wrong. Kinda racist view to hold tbh
@@UncleBenjs there were rappers before Nas and all those people you named lmao I’m talking about the days of DJ Kool Herc and them, the earliest hip hop records were literally samples. It’s got nothing to do with racism (Not to mention I’m black in the first place🤣) it’s how it started out. I think you need to do your research . I been a hip hop fan since the late 90s my friend I’ve quite literally done my homework on this.
And whether it’s harder to create from samples or not is subjective, I respectfully but totally disagree with you on that
@@YoungYahtz94 The earliest hiphop records were not samples tho. The earliest hiphop records were played by bands, and then guys like Rick Rubin was disapointed that they didn't have the same feel as the block parties, which were breaks being juggled on the turntables. Hence why slightly later into it Rick brought samples into actual records. Your history is off my dude.
i had no idea there were any samples in this song other than the guitar part, which i also had no idea was chopped
Make more 303 videos!
This song came on the radio the other day and I was just thinking how well produced it was. Had no idea it was so sample based. This is some pro-level sampling.
Yeah im sure Gotye could have had a huge career solo.
But since he got in that other band I rarely hear anything about him.
But seeing how his music creation process is very technical and time consuming I can imagine why it would be tiring.
I never thought anyone could make sample breakdowns better than tracklib but it is even better! Thank you🎉
Cheers!
@@gabrielmendes9700awesome vid!
This is absolutely insane. I didn't even know this song used samples, yet alone one of the most impressive uses of sampling I've ever seen
Check out his documentaries from the Making Mirrors album! He is so heavy on sampling and all sorts of crazy techniques! :)
Wait till you hear about dilla
@@brandlessheadphonesdilla is really great but he doesn't really go crazy layering samples
You’re right. The era of just having a looper is very dated early 2010’s, Dilla is completely timeless.
Just like Daft Punk songs, crazy samples in every song. Listen to Face to Face...
It was years after listening to and loving Making Mirrors that I found out Gotye primarily works with samples and even considers himself more of an engineer than a musician--and to be honest, the work and artistry that goes into his productions on that album are phenomenal. Really tremendous piece of work, thank you for highlighting it here!
I used to listen to his music quite some years ago now, but didn't keep up. Does he still produce music?
@@rainy5517no
This was a lightning in a bottle moment
You sound listen to the entire album. This song isn’t the strongest on there
@@ThePwig I've never heard the full album, but saying that THIS song is not the strongest is a bold statement. I'm gonna listen to the album tonight, you really made me interested. Thanks!
@@lucasgraeff5391 I'm so happy to see more people checking out more Gotye all over the comments!!
I've listened to it and definitely am mind blown. I wasnt prepared for this! I need more listens, my faves were Smoke and Mirrors and State of Art, but to me STWUTK is still the best. But maybe this will change with more rotations on the album@@OldObscureUnpopularGames
@@lucasgraeff5391how did you like it?
This is a perfect example of why I love sampling. It’s way more dope than it gets credited for especially amongst newer producers, there’s an art to it in and of itself. You gotta be pretty well rounded musically to even know these songs let alone piece them together to make something new
Genius level sampling. Each one simple but layered to perfection
I used to get mad when I found out a song samples from others but I quickly realized how cool stuff like this actually is
This is what makes Gotye more than just a one hit wonder, he is seriously a sampling genius
tbf he really only is a one hit wonder in america
Same in Europe
I had no idea this was a sample based song that is Incredible!
Amazing breakdown - TBH I didn't even know this song was so sample driven
i am genuinely amazed at the creativity... I had no idea how much actually went into the song
up there with don’t cry in sampling breakdown
Don't cry is my fav sample flip of all time!!!
The craziest sample breakdown in history of music.
I somehow gained even more respect for this amazing song
incredible editing. i appreciate it a lot
Ikr! Reminds me of Tracklib’s vids. They did An amazing breakdown.
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One of the craziest bedroom productions of all time because almost nobody could tell it was a sampled bedroom production. Nice vid laying it out bro
i already thought this was a pop all-timer but JESUS. copious amounts of just sheer genius on display here
This may be the most impressive sample breakdown video on youtube right now, well done. I fucking love this song, had no idea it was sampled
thank you :)
Me neither i only knew the seville thing
Go see how daft punk made face to face
This video is why UA-cam is so amazing. There are millions of videos like this. I just need to find them. Fantastic subject, fantastic video. So well executed. Thank you.
Thank you!
I didn’t know the song had this many samples, props to whoever found them all.
10/10 editing, effects and video production.
this is honestly much more impressive than if it was made from scratch
This just makes me appreciate this song even more. I remember watching the music video of this song on my wii over and over again.
Sheesh this is crazy. I have always felt like Gotye was a genius in hiding; I love his ideas!
Great ff-in’ breakdown. I remember Gotye talking about how much the main sample cost him. Which he didn’t mind too much. Anyway, superb and tasteful sampling techniques. And a great video which you put a lot of love in. Subscribed.
This is excellent, thank you. I was always curious how he got such distinct sounds from the instruments and now I know it was creative sampling and editing
I always thought this song had such a unique sound. It makes sense now knowing how many samples it uses! Very cool
Wow I knew about the Luis Bonfa and Ba Ba Black Sheep one but not the rest.
Love that people realise what a talent this guy is
Whoever made this video is actually a genius
thank you!
Impeccable work, just showing how Gotye is a genius.
This song was already incredible enough for the impact and records it broken, but to be composed so meticulously is nothing short of astounding. Gotye (and the team behind it) really gave us their best here
That entire album is fantastic. A complete artistic expression
THIS. IS. FUCKING. LIT!!!
That amazing! Thank you for making this :)
As someone who has always loved music and the history of music. And started making my own music when I was 10 on my first computer and I'm 38 now I was also always interested in the origin of samples. I take pride in knowing where most samples originate and often how they evolved over the years. I gotta say I've never seen the progression of taking a sample chopping up re arranging it and whatever else the song may ultimately call for and all, I have never seen such a great job visualizing it as you have in this video.
I just stumbled into this video so I'd you have more I haven't seen than YET. Cause I'm bout to go and check now. You got a new subscriber out of me. Not that gaining an old musician who makes music no one wants to listen to is a real gain. Lol
I didn't realise how complicated the sampling was for this song!
Very impressive editing! To Sample Sanctuary AND Gotye!
It never crossed my mind that a massive hit would have so many samples, that's impressive work for sure
This is an incredible resource! Thank you for being here
Man Never have I ever seen the sample breakdown of Gotye that clearly, Btw great work!!😮👏🔥
Can we appreciate the editing in this one? So clean!
Underrated af channel 🔥 Amazing breakdown
Absolutely insane, great series, thanks for putting this together! This is pure nerd-worthy material!
Now if I listen to this song it would not be the same...this sample breakdown provides a newfound perception.
Keep going man, this is tight and worth a cup of grog
This is actually insane 😭
Great editing!
I watched another great breakdown video of this song, but this is even better!
woahh. he’s an insane sample mixer,
quite the chef
Damn it took me that long to find out it was sampled, didn’t even think about that at all it sounded like it was from scratcg
This is THE HIGHEST the Sample Breakdown could get. Both audio and visually.
Ridiculously splendid work
F, I will subscribe!
Damn I have a whole new respect for that song. Top tier sampling.
Damn, this makes me rethink the notion that samplers aren't musicians. Incredible.
Didn't know this. I'm also sure this had taken a lot of research, so cool and interesting work there!
See I knew it was the first song that was the source for a sample, but I had no idea that there were multiple samples from various other pieces. this is spectacular work and I can’t stop watching you did great
Creativity at it's finest
I will never look at Ba ba black sheep the same again 😳
this is the kind of video that youtube should be recommending me, loved it!
This whole time I didn't know this was made with this many samples and I think I love this song even more now for it
what a great video! the editing is tasty🤌
I can't even comprehend how someone is able to do this
Holy shit I didn’t even know how well sampled this song was
Amazing video!!! Never knew there was so much sampling in this song, honestly makes the song even better imo, brilliant sampling. It's sad that the man was so overwhelmed with the success that he quit making music... Hope one day he will shake it off and get back to creating wonderful art.
he didn't quit per se, more so became a bit more 'backgrounded'
he didn't quit
Holy crap, sample hunters revived
This actually makes me appreciate that track more, thank you ♥
Thank you for the fantastic work you have done. I can't wait for you to add more pieces! The video editing is also beautiful, I can't imagine how much time you spent on it...! Well done, well done, well done!
Had no idea there were so many samples in this and that it was so sample based, hope your channel gets more credit soon, these videos are really awesome and very informative.
Great video, love how your breakdown of the song shows how intricate the production was
I never knew there were other samples! I used to think it was just the Seville sample and Baba black sheep
this sampling so modified, its like making collage art out of old paintings. very well-thought-out
Bro, u so good at this deconstructing
Beyond incredible
Great breakdown and presentation. Top work
As a non musician i don't see any problem here. Why is this illegal. It's genius to make a great song with a couple of samples
Outdated copyright systems made by people who dont know and will never care about this stuff and how it works.
It's only illegal if you don't clear the samples.
Incredible work man!
Man, you're doing AMAZING job. Keep it going😎
As a brazilian (first sample), can't feel mad. That's creativity as well. He mixed all these samples into one legendary song. An art in itself. Kudos to Gotye for that insight.
Ah who do I owe a drink for putting this together?
I had no idea. Made me like this song even more. Wow
I knew he layered samples, but I had no idea it was So Many and so delicately layered together! He's farking Brilliant:).
More sample breakdowns please. 🙏 so entertaining.
This is TRULY AMAZING
Very good editing and pacing, just amazing
The Making Mirrors LP is another sampling Masterclass everyone should participate. You will appreciate more of Gotye's music when you listen to the album.
Man, this is so awesome. I did not know the whole song had so many samples and the editing is great! New subscriber for suuuuree, I’d love to see more of these
Qué maravilla.
I noticed the baa baa black sheep one immediately when I heard this song, glad i wasn’t crazy 😂
This is essentially how pop music works now - samples that register as familiar somewhere in your brain, and thus you’re inclined to like the song. It’s really just a very modern version of older songs that used the same blues patterns and rhythms, or similar chord structures.
So dope… as a producer this got me so excited
They had one Job and they flipping nailed it ✨👏🏻
incredible! didn’t know that there were so many samples in this song. thank you!