Just A Gent covers Kid Cudi 'Day N Nite' for Like A Version

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  • Just A Gent along with special guest vocalists Thandi Phoenix and L-FRESH The LION deliver an epic cover of Kid Cudi 'Day 'N Nite' for Like A Version.
    Subscribe | bit.ly/2FYj5jC
    Like A Version on Spotify | spoti.fi/2UpMDcU
    Like A Version on Apple Music | apple.co/2NMJ7Y4
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    Like A Version is a segment on Australian radio station triple j. Every week a musician or band comes into the studio to play one of their own songs and cover a song they love.
    Since 2004, many artists have participated, including Childish Gambino, Lorde, CHVRCHES, Tame Impala, Tash Sultana, HAIM, Gang of Youths, Halsey, DMA'S, Aurora, Arctic Monkeys. You can watch past sessions here: bit.ly/like_a_version
    You can watch Like A Versions ad-free at www.triplej.net.au
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  • @hotdamndan9892
    @hotdamndan9892 Před 3 lety +45

    When the teacher mix random kids in the class for a group project to test if they can work together without their usual friends, and still ace the performance.

  • @hyau23
    @hyau23 Před 7 lety +1480

    Throughout i was like is that dude just there to bop to the song and then...BAM

  • @the-other-mother7116
    @the-other-mother7116 Před 11 měsíci +66

    HOW did this not finish at all in the Triple J like a version top 100?? I think it should've been #1! THIS IS A FREAKING MASTERPIECE!!

    • @Razzletazle
      @Razzletazle Před 11 měsíci +2

      Its my top 5. 1 is dma believe for sure tho

    • @the-other-mother7116
      @the-other-mother7116 Před 11 měsíci +2

      @@Razzletazle what's the big fuss over DMA believe? I am from the US and i have been hearing Cher's Believe since it came out and i don't get what the fuss is about? I listened to DMA's version when they got the top spot and i just don't get it??

    • @alexborland4977
      @alexborland4977 Před 6 měsíci +1

      this. criminal. just checked the top 100 and have no faith in it. make your own and be happy in it.

    • @PiglipsMaximus
      @PiglipsMaximus Před 3 měsíci +1

      Ive been a trip j fan for years, this is definitely one of the BEST

    • @lanabee2732
      @lanabee2732 Před 3 měsíci +1

      Drunk me was in DISBELIEF! I made our friends put this song on immediately after the countdown to acknowledge the true #1 song haha

  • @vexingvexillologist7554
    @vexingvexillologist7554 Před 4 lety +80

    That woman's voice is incredible, fits this song so well

  • @2759sausage
    @2759sausage Před 2 lety +10

    Can we spar a moment for that woman on the violin.
    Dayum

  • @nawangshrestha9033
    @nawangshrestha9033 Před 4 lety +305

    The Sikh dude spat some sick bars.

  • @Estebanmdp100
    @Estebanmdp100 Před 5 lety +195

    bro the added verse was a homage to rap itself damnnn the monster reference

  • @TheTmac14387
    @TheTmac14387 Před 11 měsíci +35

    How this wasn’t even in the top 100 is insane. Banger

    • @jadenwhittaker4967
      @jadenwhittaker4967 Před 10 měsíci

      Having listened to almost the whole playlist, I agree - such a crime / horrible oversight.

  • @NovaCat_
    @NovaCat_ Před 7 lety +433

    I feel like we've waited months for a really good 'like a version'. Then BAM! This makes up for it all in one go! This was absolutely killer!

    • @joelwilliamson32
      @joelwilliamson32 Před 7 lety +4

      +Daryl Lonigan had to be best like a version since thumdamentals covering Matt Corby id say

    • @donkix-oat-meal295
      @donkix-oat-meal295 Před 7 lety +14

      Nah man I'd say San Cisco's Get Lucky was pretty special too.

    • @DoctorTeamKill
      @DoctorTeamKill Před 7 lety +1

      Sadly still waiting for a good dj set..

    • @jasonwilliamhayward2503
      @jasonwilliamhayward2503 Před 7 lety +2

      How this has over 300 dislikes is absolutely beyond me. Epic!

    • @toastqq
      @toastqq Před 5 lety +1

      ive only known doopeness on like a versiom

  • @Wtfplsstfu
    @Wtfplsstfu Před 5 lety +58

    Man those strings with the synth was so dope...this was great. Looks like everyone had a blast as well

  • @silentbovx
    @silentbovx Před 6 lety +25

    I love that smile that the singers share around 4:10, like they understand they just made something special. What a great song

  • @formalJester
    @formalJester Před 3 lety +114

    This slaps so damn hard, holy shit.
    (Edit) that dude's verse killed everyone in a 50 mile radius with how HARD he went

  • @mattokine
    @mattokine Před 7 lety +3921

    Half of these views are mine and I was there.

  • @adamc3442
    @adamc3442 Před 7 lety +5

    "you under covers are spineless, u a joke u belong on gilligans island" luv it

  • @Officiallij
    @Officiallij Před 5 lety +735

    Why did they recommend this 2 yr late

    • @ak90o45
      @ak90o45 Před 5 lety +8

      youtube is flawed

    • @jaycliinuy4627
      @jaycliinuy4627 Před 5 lety +4

      Plus 2 weeks.

    • @somebloke3869
      @somebloke3869 Před 5 lety +2

      I'm wondering the same. I think because I've been listening to a bit of Justa Gent's other stuff. But I'm subscribed to JJJ.

    • @Officiallij
      @Officiallij Před 5 lety +1

      Adam you right Lmaoo

    • @nadymdimitrij
      @nadymdimitrij Před 5 lety +1

      I just found this today. 2019 (3 years)

  • @crucialRob
    @crucialRob Před 7 lety +4

    I knew that guy in the middle would spit fire as soon as he started rapping, from the moment they started the performance. This all together is a spectacular performance!

  • @thatguywhodidurmom
    @thatguywhodidurmom Před 7 lety +658

    That's a dope beard.

    • @lebenwielary7878
      @lebenwielary7878 Před 6 lety

      Sterma Jar beard Made Out of drugs?

    • @lucasaile8607
      @lucasaile8607 Před 5 lety

      Yeah the dj got a great beard

    • @TheKurtkapan34
      @TheKurtkapan34 Před 4 lety

      @@lebenwielary7878 what, no.. that dude's a sikh.

    • @lebenwielary7878
      @lebenwielary7878 Před 4 lety

      @@TheKurtkapan34 yeah allright
      But a 'dope beard' made out of drugs kinda made sense to me though

    • @TheKurtkapan34
      @TheKurtkapan34 Před 4 lety

      @@lebenwielary7878 now i got it lol. sorry dude, i'll just whoosh myself.

  • @Bachishaman
    @Bachishaman Před 7 lety +26

    This is so good. That double bass blend with the midi bass is just insane.

  • @k0bino
    @k0bino Před 7 lety +31

    I was like.. wait whats the guy in the middle for he's just straight jamming. THEN HE STARTS SPITTING. Another lit Like A Version Strikes again

  • @420fedoras
    @420fedoras Před 7 lety +448

    Lemme get my big Busta Rhyme on//
    or my Eminem Rap God shine on//
    Or my King Kendrick, send a message//
    to everybody online who be late to sign on//
    for them I got a quest-ion//
    tell me what all of these things on this list have in common//
    A LION, a mattress, black actor or actress//
    they all get slept on//
    got my tunes on your phone//
    then my music is known as a monster living in your pocket//
    thank you for choosing the flow//
    but you truly should know, you couldn’t come close to catch it or stop it//
    My stock is on the rise, nintendo//
    Or crescendo, drop another line, cash a dollar every time, got a wallet full of dimes//
    When I shock em in the skies, my reign is torrential//
    heat the climate whenever the rhyme hit//
    one of a kind, many couldn’t define it//
    son of a gun, I am breaking the silence//
    I end the violence and kill em with kindness//
    I’m a plus while you suckaz is minus//
    I’d have your back but ya undercovers are spineless//
    I tour so much they call me the pilot//
    you a joke, you belong on Gilligan’s Island//
    from his fb page if anyone wants the lyrics

    • @IM_A_BEAR_LOL
      @IM_A_BEAR_LOL Před 7 lety +27

      "Give me the Osama Bin Ladan after a wedding look, please"

    • @ProjectUnity
      @ProjectUnity Před 6 lety +4

      BAAAAAAARZZZZ

    • @jedi9886
      @jedi9886 Před 5 lety +2

      Whats his name

    • @GORILLA6000
      @GORILLA6000 Před 5 lety +6

      @@jedi9886 L-FRESH the Lion

    • @puccan479
      @puccan479 Před 5 lety +1

      420fedoras no bars the lyrics ruined how dope it sounded lol

  • @evanpb
    @evanpb Před 5 lety +22

    I love at 4:10 when they all look at each other like "YOOO THIS IS DOOOPE" hahaha

  • @melbournerepublic8114
    @melbournerepublic8114 Před 7 lety +6

    that rapper! SO GOOD!!

  • @TG-610
    @TG-610 Před 7 lety +5

    Watched this about 10 times and never get sick of it! Wished I was there to see it live

  • @yellowtogold-5550
    @yellowtogold-5550 Před 4 lety +11

    So many unexpected musical choices this was such an original take from start to finish. When the rapping started! And the violin though!!

  • @Gigishere17
    @Gigishere17 Před 3 lety +6

    This is really good wow and 4years ago too that's amazing that it still sounds new

    • @ShowtuneSampler
      @ShowtuneSampler Před 3 lety +1

      The only thing that would make it better is if they had an actual drummer instead of some talentless guy hitting buttons

  • @two3685
    @two3685 Před 5 lety +12

    This is straight FIRE! Love the mix of big band and electronic- vocals set it off and bring this song into another world.

  • @thekawaiicripple
    @thekawaiicripple Před 5 lety +10

    This almost has a Rudimental vibe to it in the best way possible combing string and electric ⚡️ 💕

  • @grace5204
    @grace5204 Před rokem +2

    Just A Gent has come so far since this video, holy crap!! so many bangers now. Super happy for him, and shoutout to triple j for hopping on his hype train early

  • @comiccammy
    @comiccammy Před 7 lety +66

    this is great, I would love to hear a proper mastered version on an album or an EP or something

  • @josephmorley5624
    @josephmorley5624 Před 3 lety +9

    Still one of the best covers ever, absolutely nailed it

  • @aaronporrelli4263
    @aaronporrelli4263 Před 2 lety

    That violin still gives me goose bumps to this day!! Just A Gent absolutely killing it!!

  • @gavinmccallum547
    @gavinmccallum547 Před 3 lety +2

    Golden talent ..musical humans find a way to get together.... this is something else.
    I’m gonna watch it again xx

  • @Davidoh1
    @Davidoh1 Před 7 lety +32

    Wow this was such a fresh rendition. Really fantastic performance by all

  • @mnoble999
    @mnoble999 Před 5 lety +9

    What makes this dope to me is that everyone is feeling everyone else’s contribution to the song

  • @jokerjoker007
    @jokerjoker007 Před rokem +1

    2023 and still dope af

  • @Hayzie93
    @Hayzie93 Před 7 lety +13

    L-fresh killed it! So good!

  • @kylelakowski94
    @kylelakowski94 Před 6 lety +12

    YOOOOOOOO THAT DROP HAD ME LITERALLY JAW DROPPED

  • @aKidNamedBrady
    @aKidNamedBrady Před 7 lety +55

    I didn't know what to expect from this but it was hella lit

  • @richardnelson5525
    @richardnelson5525 Před 5 lety +1

    Played this song at my sons celebration of life - he loved this song and this is an epic version . He was only 29 .

    • @JustAGent
      @JustAGent Před 5 lety +1

      so sorry for your loss Richard, it's an honour to have been part of his life.

    • @dorianspeicher9208
      @dorianspeicher9208 Před 5 lety

      @@JustAGent wow man so much respect to you for replying to that guy's comment. And RIP that man's son

    • @richardnelson5525
      @richardnelson5525 Před 5 lety

      @@JustAGent thank you so very much

  • @prowrestlingcountdown208

    I am ASHAMED to be 5 years late to this. Incredible. I will be spending tonight looking into Just a Gent for sure. WOW

  • @sihaama
    @sihaama Před 7 lety +4

    i love the way everyone is just vibing off each other

  • @Morecaca
    @Morecaca Před 7 lety +10

    Wow this was a very powerful sound!

  • @KyraMarie23
    @KyraMarie23 Před 6 lety +1

    When the beat drop came in at the end!!!!!! I loved it!

  • @bradbarnwell
    @bradbarnwell Před 6 lety

    I have listened to this cover so many times. Well done Just A Gent!!!

  • @zacpooler
    @zacpooler Před 3 lety +7

    never heard of this group before but damn that is some collective talent

  • @asianboooyyy1463
    @asianboooyyy1463 Před rokem +7

    We need an audio version of this cover!

  • @davetheoddity
    @davetheoddity Před 7 lety

    Came back to this (quite a few times) after JaG posted up his version on Soundcloud. Seriously, everyone involved absolutely nailed it! Wish I could have seen that live.

  • @rahuljonline
    @rahuljonline Před 5 lety +2

    This is one of the best 'Like a Version'... and I've seen them all.

  • @shawnarmour1553
    @shawnarmour1553 Před 5 lety +10

    Amazing! The outro is absolutely on fire!

    • @ShowtuneSampler
      @ShowtuneSampler Před 3 lety

      Now if only they could use an actual set of drums…

  • @seanmalloy8814
    @seanmalloy8814 Před 5 lety +37

    "But i'm not that "faaarrrrrr...ssstttttt"

  • @MissFotini
    @MissFotini Před 7 lety

    I can't get over this Like a Version. I'm showing everyone. My little sister, my mum, my dog. What a big fat tuna!

  • @carmenlott8325
    @carmenlott8325 Před 4 lety

    I absolutely love love love the energy they are giving off

  • @369ZIR
    @369ZIR Před 7 lety +41

    First I was like nah. Then I was like wow. Raw and beautiful.

    • @369ZIR
      @369ZIR Před 7 lety +2

      And when he raps!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

    • @skyehap
      @skyehap Před 7 lety

      +Zion Lion agreed. rap was fire

  • @tommyplink
    @tommyplink Před 7 lety +18

    4:00 to 4:15

  • @uncleib30
    @uncleib30 Před 4 lety

    Love this...am playing it over and over again

  • @itsme__db
    @itsme__db Před 3 lety +3

    4 years on, this is still a brilliant cover.

  • @CaptainN3MO
    @CaptainN3MO Před 5 lety +4

    L-FRESH's lyrics:
    Lemme get my big Busta Rhyme on//
    or my Eminem Rap God shine on//
    Or my King Kendrick, send a message//
    to everybody online who be late to sign on//
    for them I got a quest-ion//
    tell me what all of these things on this list have in common//
    A LION, a mattress, black actor or actress//
    they all get slept on//
    got my tunes on your phone//
    then my music is known as a monster living in your pocket//
    thank you for choosing the flow//
    but you truly should know, you couldn’t come close to catch it or stop it//
    My stock is on the rise, nintendo//
    Or crescendo, drop another line, cash a dollar every time, got a wallet full of dimes//
    When I shock em in the skies, my reign is torrential//
    heat the climate whenever the rhyme hit//
    one of a kind, many couldn’t define it//
    son of a gun, I am breaking the silence//
    I end the violence and kill em with kindness//
    I’m a plus while you suckaz a minus//
    I’d have your back but ya undercovers are spineless//
    I tour so much they call me the pilot//
    you a joke, you belong on Gilligan’s Island//

  • @michaellevi4073
    @michaellevi4073 Před 7 lety +1

    One of the better like a versions. L Fresh killed it. Going to be jamming this for quite some time.

  • @tombishhhhh4723
    @tombishhhhh4723 Před 4 lety +2

    2020 and I still have this on repeat.

  • @ariellawrence248
    @ariellawrence248 Před 5 lety +4

    This goes super hard. I'm ashamed that I just found it. I am complete

  • @andrefenton4664
    @andrefenton4664 Před 4 lety +4

    L-Fresh in there with his little rhyme!

  • @oliverbutcher715
    @oliverbutcher715 Před 7 lety +1

    I don't think I've ever appreciated an artist's creativity as much as this

  • @happilyb4394
    @happilyb4394 Před 7 lety

    Everything about this is amazing, excellent choices all around.

  • @MemesnDreams
    @MemesnDreams Před 7 lety +12

    L fresh voice is just that. Fresh!

  • @ruthless015
    @ruthless015 Před 7 lety +170

    Best. Like a version. Ever.

  • @IknowIamkindagreat
    @IknowIamkindagreat Před 6 lety +2

    No idea how a verse of pure fire makes one of my favorite songs even better but these cats pull it off effortlessly.

  • @starless1444
    @starless1444 Před 6 lety +1

    Such a fabulous cover. I adore this group. I can see them going very far.

  • @XxWoOkiExX1
    @XxWoOkiExX1 Před 7 lety +511

    Who's the girl playing the violin tho

  • @Emily_Wurramara
    @Emily_Wurramara Před 7 lety +15

    AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! L-fresh you kill it brother! literally on repeat X1000000000

  • @jasminejoy5485
    @jasminejoy5485 Před 3 lety

    No one will ever stop me from blaring this song in full volume until my eardrums explode. i would still be thankful.

  • @bellanastasia1997
    @bellanastasia1997 Před 6 lety

    still my absolute favourite like a version to date... needs more recognition

  • @trentpark8006
    @trentpark8006 Před 6 lety +4

    2:48 - "Watch as the beard slowly devours its prey, the defenseless microphone. "... Jokes aside, really awesome cover! Gonna listen to more of their stuff.

  • @GrayChamberlain
    @GrayChamberlain Před 7 lety +403

    Damn he got bars, anyone know his name?

    • @092bwe
      @092bwe Před 7 lety +58

      L-Fresh the Lion

    • @MRn3llyj
      @MRn3llyj Před 7 lety +69

      L-FRESH The LION

    • @spacz25
      @spacz25 Před 7 lety +16

      I've been following L-Fresh since this thing was a side hustle back in the day. His flow and drive is amazing. Real Australian MC. #lionsroar

    • @souleater307
      @souleater307 Před 6 lety +1

      no but Mogillah - Lonely Stoner is the real original song. check that out.

    • @cristina-margaretatanase6050
      @cristina-margaretatanase6050 Před 5 lety

      Shades yes!

  • @seventyeight4237
    @seventyeight4237 Před 7 lety +2

    What a tune. Took a good track and made it better. The breakdown is da best.

  • @spawn-sr8tw
    @spawn-sr8tw Před 5 lety

    Came back to hesr this after some time and its easy to remember that this is the cover that made me subscribe to triple j my favorite part of their show is this covers from new artists with a spin of their own flavor

  • @jhvibes3471
    @jhvibes3471 Před 4 lety +7

    Wow. Been a long time fan of cudi, best cover ive ever heard of him

  • @secretagentbrad
    @secretagentbrad Před 5 lety +4

    Holy Hell! I love everything about this! Cant believe Im just finding it now!

  • @courtneykean3331
    @courtneykean3331 Před 4 lety +1

    It nurtures my soul to see how much L-Fresh enjoys every second of this 🥰

  • @lunalou8888
    @lunalou8888 Před rokem +1

    Im still obsessed with this! ❤

  • @finleyjames813
    @finleyjames813 Před 7 lety +15

    that back up singer is hilarious. all the hand movements

  • @AirwaveMusicTV
    @AirwaveMusicTV Před 7 lety +53

    Damn, this is awesome :O

  • @eileenponce4899
    @eileenponce4899 Před 4 lety

    This blew me the FUK away. Amazing.
    Violin always tug the heartstrings and make me be STILL n listen.

  • @fazithebear
    @fazithebear Před 5 měsíci +1

    I wish this was on the spotify playlist

  • @mrvasquezzz
    @mrvasquezzz Před 5 lety +3

    DAAMN, who's your mixing engineer !?
    He should get all the credit he deserves !!!

  • @mitchellblais3408
    @mitchellblais3408 Před 7 lety +6

    This butters my bread

  • @Stephennac
    @Stephennac Před 7 lety +1

    loved this lol her voice is pretty on point and the strings are just awesome

  • @LuxMadMan1
    @LuxMadMan1 Před 7 lety +1

    So animated and extremely cool.. Absolutely lovn the violin right now!...

  • @MusicMakethBetter
    @MusicMakethBetter Před 4 lety +4

    Mad respect to the girl with the red hair, what a smooth voice man

  • @timothymorris1471
    @timothymorris1471 Před 5 lety +7

    That Indian guy killed it! Mad love man

  • @ZowieJay
    @ZowieJay Před 7 lety

    I love love love this!

  • @Vashti_Online
    @Vashti_Online Před rokem +1

    The best like a version of all time

  • @alteh7
    @alteh7 Před 7 lety +3

    Just a gent reminds me of the swedish chef.. he cooks a mad beet

  • @callanbray5467
    @callanbray5467 Před 7 lety +5

    "hot violinist" might be my next search.

  • @haleyhope4095
    @haleyhope4095 Před 5 lety +2

    i can’t believe something this beautiful exists!

  • @xXkillermouseXx
    @xXkillermouseXx Před 7 lety +2

    Been a fan of Just A Gent for a while now but that was absolutely next level. Chewn.

  • @SuperCameron1991
    @SuperCameron1991 Před 7 lety +36

    Top 10 Hottest 100

    • @schoeii
      @schoeii Před 7 lety +20

      Best like a version so far this year. L-Fresh makes this song. Just a gent needs to add this to the Ep.

  • @wajyt312
    @wajyt312 Před 7 lety +7

    dat violinist doeeeeeee

  • @DonAckermanJr
    @DonAckermanJr Před 4 lety

    How did I miss this before? This is so well done! I LOVE it!

  • @humanpip6425
    @humanpip6425 Před 4 lety +2

    This song gets covered so much!!! But so happy I listened!! What a great effort, what a voice and what a genius to think of this version, top work guys 👏🏼

    • @humanpip6425
      @humanpip6425 Před 4 lety

      Also never seen a beard look so fake lol but what a rap 👌

    • @calyp9
      @calyp9 Před 2 lety

      @@humanpip6425 just cuz u can’t grow one doesn’t mean others can’t 🥴😹

  • @TenThumbsProductions
    @TenThumbsProductions Před 5 lety +9

    Now hold the phone