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In this 13-minute video, I break down why less thinking leads to harder melodies, especially in the Southside x 808 Mafia style. This video is about understanding why simple ideas, made with intention and very few tools, often hit harder than complex melodies filled with plugins.

Most producers believe that better melodies come from more plugins, more layers, and more processing. The truth is the opposite. Less is more. When you use fewer plugins, your melodies become clearer, darker, and more powerful. This is exactly how 808 Mafia producers approach melody creation.

In this video, I show how to create simple dark melodies using a minimal setup. One main sound. Simple notes. No unnecessary effects. This approach leaves space for the 808, the drums, and the vocals — which is why these melodies work so well in real records.

This is not just a tutorial. This video shows how Nick Joe actually creates beats. It’s my real creative process, not a formula you’re forced to follow. I’m not telling you to copy everything — I’m showing you how I think. If something from this video works for your own beats, use it. Don’t overthink it. Apply it and move forward.

Southside and the 808 Mafia don’t overthink melodies during the creative stage. They focus on vibe, mood, and direction, knowing that professional engineers will later handle EQ, balance, and polish. That separation between creativity and engineering is something most people never explain — but it’s a huge reason why their music sounds so clean and impactful.

When you stop overthinking melodies, every note matters more. You trust your ear. You finish ideas faster. You stop hiding weak ideas behind plugins and start making stronger musical decisions. That’s when your melodies start to feel heavy and intentional.

If you’ve been stuck adding plugin after plugin trying to fix your melodies, this video will help you understand why doing less can actually give you more.

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Less thinking. Harder melodies. 🖤🔥