J Dilla's Magic Trick - Recreating Erykah's 'Didn't Cha Know'

Dilla said "Pick a record to sample, any record" and the result was Erykah Badu's "Didn't Cha Know" from 2000's Mama's Gun. Let's recreate this song and talk about the story behind it.

(Also, at the end I said "The Common song Open Your Eyes" but obviously you know what I meant. Dilla sampled "Open Your Eyes" FOR the Common song "The Light")
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[The_Chris_D]

What the hell?? This is so professional I imagined it as like a vox video or something over 100k subs! Your content is underrated af you deserve to blow up

[godforreal]

I love catching these channels under 2k subs and watching them get to a 250k+ subs in a year or 2. It makes me feel like I can make a go of it too. my man's got charisma on camera, he's talented and knowledgable, the content slaps, the production schedule is super high, the production itself is super high. The video is informative, engaging, and entertaining. Homeboy goin' places.

[videomaster]

You are probably the only YouTuber that first understands and appreciates this genre and era of music. And puts time and effort to give them their credit

[joe]

J Dilla will always be my favorite producer ever. Also, this is such a well produced video. Entertaining and educational.

[cratedigga]

Man....The heat Dilla could make with today's technology! 👽🎧💪🏿

[JrealOnTheTrack]

I think I’m the only person on earth who has listened to Erykah badu didn’t ya know over a million times ..it’s been on repeat in my room for over 12 yrs now ..I never know that it was a sample I could have sworn all of its composure was natural and organic but I still love it especially after I found it’s origin

[ieatgauffres]

the greatest videos about music history and sampling on youtube by far

[dianefrancesmora]

Channels like this gives me more reason to appreciate every song that I listen to, really thank you!

[LokeyeMC]

"naw it was a bad idea, nevermind" - that made me laugh! I love that I can learn about music from someone with humor! What a world we live in.

[SelectaMedia]

keep producing the content, big things bound to follow, solid video homie

[robvazquez]

Your talent is so apparent, as is your love for music. Props to you for succeeding at something that combines your passion and creative talent.
I'll keep tuning in for more of your terrific productions!

Thank you,
👏 🙌🙏

[Kelo]

this is one of the most interesting channels on YT, i just watched like 7 videos back to back

[RemeberMeGallifrey]

That kick drum beginning for Erykah Badu's "On & On" was actually a reproduction of the beat used in Audio II's track "Top Billin." The track (and, subsequently, that beat) was also used by Mary J. Blige in her track "Real Love." I just want to give credit where it's due for the source of that beat with regard to modern Hip Hop and Neo Soul.

[JHobartMusic]

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Keep it up with these stories historical accounts for things that have happened regarding our favorite artists. This is a awesome.

[salonso]

JDilla one of the greatest to ever do it! Great analysis!! It makes you appreciate the greatness of Dilla! Great video!

[thething]

no way bro...your content is so television material. love it

[merchannel]

Thank u for taking time to remake it and educate us. Needs more views

[rvellekoop]

You recommended the Dan Charnas book "Dilla Time" a while ago and I can confirm it's a great read. Thank you!

[jamesweaver]

This is an incredible video, so well shot recorded, and an amazing script! I'm gonna go listen to this song right now!

[dozhadeville]

Found this video 2 days ago and this is literally my 44th time watching it lol
Great work my friend, exceptional.