Calvin Harris breaks down exactly how he made 'Slide' with Frank Ocean and Migos

And now you know how to make a hit.

All you Calvin Harris wannabes, take note.

On Sunday, the Scottish DJ was kind enough to give everyone a lesson on what exactly goes on behind the creation of a hit song. In a video shared on Twitter, Harris broke down "Slide," his latest song with Frank Ocean and Migos, revealing how everything came together.

The entire production is slowly built, starting with that super catchy piano hook and layering bass, drum sounds and more. Harris layers Frank Ocean's vocals, adjusts pitches and makes magic in an all-around mesmerizing process to watch.

Go forth and create, all you Harris 2.0s out there. The world is yours.

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