Unbelievable Moment: Drummer Plays Chad Smith's Song Unaware of His Presence

Zoey Waverider

Updated Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

Los Angeles, a city known for its vibrant music and unique street performances, has once again delivered a surprising and delightful encounter. A video captured on Imgur titled "Very Good Drummer doesn't know who watches him play" has caught the attention of music enthusiasts and onlookers alike. The footage showcases a talented street drummer passionately playing a song, unknowingly entertaining one of the most iconic drummers in the industry, Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

The video has sparked a lively discussion among viewers, with one remarking, "I’ll tell him. Hey Chad, that’s one of your songs that he’s playing." This comment highlights the serendipitous nature of the moment, as the street performer unknowingly showcases his skills in front of the very artist whose music he is performing.

In a humorous twist, another viewer quipped, "Don't be silly that's clearly Will Ferrell," referencing the comedian's uncanny resemblance to Chad Smith. This light-hearted comment adds to the amusement and charm of the unexpected encounter.

The setting of Los Angeles adds to the magic of the moment, with one user noting, "Los Angeles. Stuff like this just HAPPENS in Los Angeles. Truly weird and awesome town." It's a testament to the city's lively arts scene, where such impromptu performances and celebrity sightings are part of the everyday landscape.

An interesting backstory to the video was shared by a TikTok user who witnessed the event, stating, "The guy taking the video said that he watched for a while, then went to meet his family to go shopping. The filmer then waited until the drummer was done, told him what happened, and took him to where Chad was, and they chatted for a while." This interaction exemplifies the supportive nature of musicians and highlights Chad Smith's down-to-earth personality.

As the video continues to gain traction, viewers have expressed hopes that the street drummer had his kit signed by Chad Smith. One comment succinctly captures the ethos of the music community: "He probably shook his hand. Might have even tipped him. Why? Because that is what real musicians do, they encourage other musicians."

This video serves as a moving reminder of the unexpected joys that can arise from street performances, bringing together musicians and fans in a shared love for music. It's a moment that underscores the purity and passion inherent in the art of drumming, making it a must-watch for anyone seeking inspiration and a good dose of humanity.

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Top Comments from Imgur

lackinglife

Don't be silly that's clearly will Ferrell

SalsaBeard

I’ll tell him. Hey Chad, that’s one of your songs that he’s playing.

rhinokitty

Los Angeles. S*** like this just HAPPENS in Los Angeles. Truly weird and awesome town.

GravyEducation

You can always tell a drummer by the feet. They can't help themselves

Neopopulas

I saw this on tiktok (yes). The guy taking the video said that he watched for awhile then went to meet his family to go shopping. The filmer then waited until the drummer was done, told him what happened and took him to where chad was and they chatted for awhile.

Howlingowl

I hope the dude got his kit signed.

KillerQueensRyche

Will Ferrell strikes again /s

countbassy

Gotta go n****** on the snare

graffglobal9

Chad Smith seems like a real down to earth dude, and I bet he just genuinely enjoyed the player playing.

Cmycherrytree

He probably shook his hand. Might have even tipped him. Why? Because that is what real musicians do, they encourage other musicians.

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