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I’m a classic rock drummer, and this is not my first time hearing Hey Ya by OutKast.

I remember when this song first came out — I liked it immediately because it didn’t sound like typical hip-hop. It had something different. Something musical. Something fun. Even back then, it stood out.

What I hadn’t really done until now was sit down and listen to Hey Ya closely on headphones — giving it my full attention and fresh ears.

This time around, I’m hearing all the layers:
the groove, the percussion, the arrangement, the vocal interplay, and the little details that make this song work so well. The music is deceptively simple, incredibly smart, and just flat-out enjoyable. And the video? Still one of the most creative and fun music videos of its era.

This isn’t a reaction — it’s a rediscovery.
A classic rock drummer revisiting a song he always liked, and appreciating it on a deeper level.

Thanks for listening along with me.

Here's the original video.   • Outkast - Hey Ya! (Official HD Video)