Song Exploder Key Change: Demi Adejuyigbe on The Strokes
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Nov 19, 2025 Demi Adejuyigbe, a versatile stand-up comedian and writer, shares how Guitar Hero introduced him to The Strokes, igniting his passion for music. He reflects on the transformative experience of their song 'You Only Live Once' and reveals how Warren Fu's innovative CGI video not only inspired his interest in visual effects but also influenced his career path. Demi discusses the emotional connection he has to the song and its mathematical drum patterns, showcasing how a music video can deeply resonate with personal creativity.
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Discovery Through Guitar Hero
- Demi Adejuyigbe discovered The Strokes after playing Guitar Hero and became deeply invested in their album The First Impressions of Earth.
- He wrote his college application essay about an alternate CGI music video for "You Only Live Once," which helped him get into UT.
A Vimeo Video That Changed Direction
- Demi found an alternate CGI music video for "You Only Live Once" on the director's Vimeo and watched it on loop.
- That video convinced him he wanted to work in visual effects and music videos rather than just traditional filmmaking.
Teacher's Nudge Led To College Essay
- A high school presentation on that music video led Demi's English teacher to suggest writing his college essay about it.
- That essay got him into the University of Texas and set him on a path toward visual work and writing.