Verysickbeats Digs Into NWA’s Electro Funk Oddball—And Drops 808 Gems

Verysickbeats kicks things off celebrating 808 Day and the anniversary of ‘Straight Outta Compton,’ but instead of focusing on the usual suspects, he zooms straight to the black sheep of the album: ‘Something 2 Dance 2.’ This track isn’t just a footnote—it’s a full-on electro funk throwback hiding at the end of a gangsta rap classic. Dre’s LA roots are on full display, flexing a style that’s more breakdancer than block party shootout.

What makes this beat misunderstood? It’s not rocking those hard, gritty drums the rest of the album is famous for. Instead, it’s dripping in dancefloor energy, packed with synthy goodness and a flavor that’s pure 80s. If you’re used to NWA’s usual punch, this one might catch you off guard—but trust me, it’s a groove worth getting lost in.

Forget your standard verse-hook-verse formula—this cut plays by its own rules. Verysickbeats walks through the sections: a monster 16-bar intro (cue the anticipation), then a 16-bar verse laid over a Sly and the Family Stone sample, followed by an eight-bar instrumental hook. No vocals, just pure vibe. And don’t sleep on those little sonic easter eggs. The track’s arrangement keeps the party moving with surprise claps, iconic scratch samples, and that infamous ‘cheesy’ DJ chatter—stuff that might make your inner beat nerd cringe or grin.

Transitions here are all about the details. Those claps and empty spaces at the end of sections aren’t just for show—they set up breakdowns and keep dancers on their toes. Verysickbeats even drops a quick hack: throw in those retro scratch samples from Splice or Apple Loops—no shame in the game if it makes your track bounce.

If you thought 808 drums were only for trap, think again. JFilt breaks down Dre’s likely approach—SP-1200 meets 808 samples—but then flips it in Logic using stock kits. Layered kicks, snares, and claps set the stage, and those hi-hats and cowbells? Straight-up time machine stuff. The real sauce is in the arrangement: kicks and claps on the twos and fours, hi-hats rolling, then the zap and cowbell drop in for flavor. Even if you’re building beats in your bedroom, you can peep these moves and make your own.

Don’t get lost in the menu diving—this segment is about movement and groove. Verysickbeats makes it clear: sometimes you gotta trust your ear, not just the grid. He builds the pattern live, showing how to stack layers for that classic electro snap. If this doesn’t make you wanna break out the cardboard and start popping, you might need to check your pulse.

You want to nail that 80s vibe? It’s not just about the drums. Verysickbeats runs through his go-to synth patches—Solaris, Neon Dreams, and the ESM bass—each one tweaked for that signature brightness and movement. He even gives up his settings, but let’s be real: you gotta hear the video to catch the subtle modulations and how these sounds glue the whole groove together.

From the iconic Fear Light hit to the D Train-inspired bass, it all gets layered into a quick two-bar loop that’s pure retro fire. Best part? You don’t need Logic or expensive gear. Swap in similar sounds from whatever you got. JFilt’s message is clear: vibe beats specs every time. The secret sauce is how you flip those classic elements into something fresh.