NYC has a bad enough litter problem without Badly Drawn Boy contributing his soft drink cups to the mess before he grabs his first fare. Travis Bickle wouldn't approve. But apparently one day a real rain will come and wash all the trash from the sidewalk.
My dear, dear fellow, your Badly Drawn Boy fantasy shows you to be a little man with an extremely vivid imagination. Take your gift onto the streets, become a raconteur! Enlighten the proletariet with your tales of debasement and your wicked, reluctant enjoyment in your own humiliation. Tell me how you get on. I myself happened upon Mr. Badly Drawn Boy esq. in a Dublin nightclub but alas I didn't run afoul of his beanie, nor indeed, did he offer me a ride. So my olfactory sense remain intact.
I went to the same school as Badly Drawn Boy & indirectly suffered the most digesting & nauseating experience of my life because of him. It was lunch time & fate placed me between BDB & the bullies. One of them (with rubber gloves) snatched that filthy tea cosy off his head, ran, then pulled it over my head so my whole face was covered. Yep my face was wrapped up in that damp, stinking, dandruff encrusted wooly hat. Needless to say I barfed in it. BDB never washed it & still wears the thing.
@harveyderf Ug, WHY am I not surprised? This tosser approached me on a Manchester st when this video was at the height of its popularity &, I think in a feeble attempt to charm me, chortled "Fancy a lift, luv"? I could SMELL him from about a yard away, & curled my nose in disgust. Then, dude totally FLIPPED! 'IT'S DIS BLEEDIN' HAT, INNIT!" he said & FLUNG it to the ground. I leaned over to examine it as he stormed off, & witnessed chunks of vomit, dandruff snowflakes, & pube type hairs embedded!
@jasonismyhomie I'm really sorry you had to smell that filthy thing too & what a prick trying to pick you up like that on the back of this video! I have to ask you one thing though. It's absence from your description of the inner lining of his hat pleases me but I have to ask, did you see any encrusted jizz there? There was a rumour that went round school that he'd jack off into that hat in class. I just hope for god that is not true otherwise I'm gonna need more therapy & krunker meds.
@harveyderf Hmm, I don't quite know how to handle this moral quandry. However, I will be frank, as you seem a pure soul & desire honesty & respect. The type of respect BDB knows nothing of! I was cut off by the character limit, but there WAS a whiteish, viscous substance webbed & encrusted within that fiberous knit cap. Yes, though I am no expert, I would say it was quite seminal in nature. Plus, I got TOTAL perv vibes from the guy. Sorry! I'm already on 30 mg Valium a day & might need to up it!
@ThisGreatLad Wow thank you for that. Your personalized interpretation of both myself and a JOKE my friend and I were engaging in really is much more revealing about your own limitations in imagination and acceptance than any intented slight we had on Badly Drawn Boy.
The lyrics to this song are kind of psychotic, and emotionally manipulative. I mean, I'm sure she knows her own sense of inner beauty, she doesn't need him to 'wring' it out of her.
i was booked to play a gig at the irish club in Damon's (Badly drawn boy's) home town chorlton, when we got there we found out that he had to leave early to pick up his sister from the airport, so he ended up supporting our band and we headlined, he truly is a great musician and a great guy, really friendly and humble
I have such fond memories of this video being on M2 (now MTV2) around the millennium. I was only about 12. I'd like to think it had somewhat of an impression on me at that age.
Love this tune. From the first time I saw the video back in 2000, I was captivated by the catchiness and charm of this song. Fortunate enough to own a copy of it on vinyl.
On Order 2 CD´s BADLY DRAWN BOY - THE HOUR OF BEWILDERBEAST and BADLY DRAWN BOY - BORN IN THE UK I hade a Marantz record player once... I miss it sooo
So many years later, this song and video keep me totally stunned and captivated. Genius, genius song. The Hour of the Bewilderbeast is among my favs records EVER.
Beehan, I have to agree with rbiren08. You dont need to insult just because someone doesnt like a song. I disagree with rbiren08's opinion on the song. I like it. But no need to insult.
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Yes, she is a nice Lady & now he gets to ride her, what looks like until the break of dawn as she puffs & pants while she takes him up on her behind, very rose mantic...
I love pretty much all his songs, but The Hour of The Bewildered Beast still my fav record of him and this song to me is just *brilliant*, with a genius video. I could listen to this over andover for a coupla hours without feeling tired at all.
awesome song great video! badly drawn boy always has the best music videos...if you haven't check out year of the rat you have to it's my favorite music video of all time
One of his best songs i think... i guess his first record is my favourite... but i like it that he´s changing his sound on every album he does a little bit... keeps it interesting
mr gough is brilliant song writer,the only thing i dont like him for is when he says in interviews hes from manchester ,when hes from bolton really,dont be ashamed of were you come from it makes you what you are ,a fantastic singer song writer,and if any one gets the chance to see him in live ,you must jump at the chance !!
Ezequiel de Santa Fe? Jaja, si alguna vez por esas casualidades llegás a leer esto avisame
boutelvis 1 month ago
Awesome. Bobcat Goldthwait giving taxi rides to people.
bongo155 1 month ago
the video is nice but the sound is cooler
nevetsnolog 1 month ago
TUUUUUUNNNNNEEEE
MrMonkeyhead78 2 months ago
Saved to your playlist.
theCluevi 2 months ago
best music video ever !!!
MultiBending 3 months ago
人間タクシー最高!!
mippooooo 3 months ago
i wanna shirt that says taxi....to c how many ppl would actually jump on my back and ask for a ride. haha!
MsBiglips13 3 months ago
NYC has a bad enough litter problem without Badly Drawn Boy contributing his soft drink cups to the mess before he grabs his first fare. Travis Bickle wouldn't approve. But apparently one day a real rain will come and wash all the trash from the sidewalk.
So, I suppose it's okay.
PerignonPop 4 months ago 4
I like the trippy part from 3.32 til the end. Truly majestic!
Seanus32 5 months ago
Do you remember when someone stole his hat?
darkdante23 5 months ago
eat that Scorsese
realgaze 6 months ago
This is such an ancient video but its still the best video ever, prob cos the song is awesome though.
manikin6599 6 months ago in playlist the playlist
My dear, dear fellow, your Badly Drawn Boy fantasy shows you to be a little man with an extremely vivid imagination. Take your gift onto the streets, become a raconteur! Enlighten the proletariet with your tales of debasement and your wicked, reluctant enjoyment in your own humiliation. Tell me how you get on. I myself happened upon Mr. Badly Drawn Boy esq. in a Dublin nightclub but alas I didn't run afoul of his beanie, nor indeed, did he offer me a ride. So my olfactory sense remain intact.
ThisGreatLad 6 months ago
Love it
pavo14 6 months ago
Love the song! And the video made me laugh! I love Badly Drawn Boy! :)
waffleygirl 7 months ago
I went to the same school as Badly Drawn Boy & indirectly suffered the most digesting & nauseating experience of my life because of him. It was lunch time & fate placed me between BDB & the bullies. One of them (with rubber gloves) snatched that filthy tea cosy off his head, ran, then pulled it over my head so my whole face was covered. Yep my face was wrapped up in that damp, stinking, dandruff encrusted wooly hat. Needless to say I barfed in it. BDB never washed it & still wears the thing.
harveyderf 7 months ago
@harveyderf Ug, WHY am I not surprised? This tosser approached me on a Manchester st when this video was at the height of its popularity &, I think in a feeble attempt to charm me, chortled "Fancy a lift, luv"? I could SMELL him from about a yard away, & curled my nose in disgust. Then, dude totally FLIPPED! 'IT'S DIS BLEEDIN' HAT, INNIT!" he said & FLUNG it to the ground. I leaned over to examine it as he stormed off, & witnessed chunks of vomit, dandruff snowflakes, & pube type hairs embedded!
jasonismyhomie 7 months ago
@jasonismyhomie I'm really sorry you had to smell that filthy thing too & what a prick trying to pick you up like that on the back of this video! I have to ask you one thing though. It's absence from your description of the inner lining of his hat pleases me but I have to ask, did you see any encrusted jizz there? There was a rumour that went round school that he'd jack off into that hat in class. I just hope for god that is not true otherwise I'm gonna need more therapy & krunker meds.
harveyderf 7 months ago
@harveyderf Hmm, I don't quite know how to handle this moral quandry. However, I will be frank, as you seem a pure soul & desire honesty & respect. The type of respect BDB knows nothing of! I was cut off by the character limit, but there WAS a whiteish, viscous substance webbed & encrusted within that fiberous knit cap. Yes, though I am no expert, I would say it was quite seminal in nature. Plus, I got TOTAL perv vibes from the guy. Sorry! I'm already on 30 mg Valium a day & might need to up it!
jasonismyhomie 7 months ago
@harveyderf ur a fuk,in tramo
MyOatesy 6 months ago
@MyOatesy What was that? Sorry I don't speak mongoloid.
harveyderf 6 months ago
@harveyderf ur a fucking tramp. capeeesh now?
MyOatesy 6 months ago
@MyOatesy That was a bit better but there's still some mongoloid in there. If you're having difficulty there's help you can get.
harveyderf 6 months ago
@harveyderf you are a degenerate reprobate and your style of fashion is terrible and your face is revolting you piece of shit. that better?
MyOatesy 6 months ago
@MyOatesy *Awards MyOatesy a gold star for effort!* despite the ill fitting verbosity with his little post describing Badly Drawn Boy. Nice try!
harveyderf 6 months ago
@harveyderf I was refering to youself in my previous missive............
ThisGreatLad 6 months ago
@ThisGreatLad Wow thank you for that. Your personalized interpretation of both myself and a JOKE my friend and I were engaging in really is much more revealing about your own limitations in imagination and acceptance than any intented slight we had on Badly Drawn Boy.
harveyderf 6 months ago
ur dog ugly and ur musics shit lol
norabudgie 7 months ago
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bestes musikvideo ever!!!
MultiBending 8 months ago
Bewegendes Filmchen !
TheKlimperkarl 9 months ago
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sanskavit 9 months ago
The lyrics to this song are kind of psychotic, and emotionally manipulative. I mean, I'm sure she knows her own sense of inner beauty, she doesn't need him to 'wring' it out of her.
sanskavit 9 months ago
i was booked to play a gig at the irish club in Damon's (Badly drawn boy's) home town chorlton, when we got there we found out that he had to leave early to pick up his sister from the airport, so he ended up supporting our band and we headlined, he truly is a great musician and a great guy, really friendly and humble
havokewf90 10 months ago
I loove the human taxi idea!!!!!!
yukSchmuck 10 months ago
Great tune, one of the best from a really good album
1986obs 11 months ago
hsahahaha nice intro....
grainador07 11 months ago
I have such fond memories of this video being on M2 (now MTV2) around the millennium. I was only about 12. I'd like to think it had somewhat of an impression on me at that age.
Mushman34 11 months ago
also a class video
rosspoint1 1 year ago
fucking awsome video haha!!!
johnboymathieson 1 year ago
for the dutch people: this is the number I payed for at SERIOUS REQUEST 3FM 2010.
Is such a great number and artist!
TheNella1961 1 year ago
such a beautiful video ... such a strong body !
honeywatson 1 year ago
All his music videos I have seen so far are so endearing. I love them.
hungry4dorama 1 year ago
AMAZING album
kilsebil 1 year ago
Love this tune. From the first time I saw the video back in 2000, I was captivated by the catchiness and charm of this song. Fortunate enough to own a copy of it on vinyl.
Lunatic4Bizcas 1 year ago
he played it when i saw him on monday at Birmingham town hall, he was quite good, played in a 'buskers' fashion, was good to watch!
jacksarasta 1 year ago
brilliant song from back in the day.
connors1975 1 year ago
I can't believe she fucked him off for the sake of a parking ticket and he still wanted her. I would have rather gone with the Hare Krishnas!
frank4034 1 year ago
When I see & hear this clip I always wan't to give up my job. Live on the countryside with my wife, dog & farm animals.
cekodeclerck 1 year ago
Can't wait for his next album! I hope there will be more songs like this in it.
wuschelhifi 1 year ago
Great Video. Good Luck with your tour Badly Drawn Boy!
Diana.
Spinneygirl 1 year ago
באדיבותה של גלית
עוקצת התקליטיה הגדולה מכולן
:)
zrifon 1 year ago
i wish this man was me best mate
choclatesaltyballz 1 year ago
i think the end ruins it
callumturbo 1 year ago
@callumturbo
So wrong there mate - i kthe end is great - much in keeping with the tone of the album.
partridgezombie71 1 year ago
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@callumturbo
So wrong there mate - i think the end is great - much in keeping with the tone of the album.
partridgezombie71 1 year ago
@partridgezombie71hmm yea kida i guess
callumturbo 1 year ago
He looks so sweet when he says "I didn't mean to fall in love"
judyabbot62 1 year ago
Love ths song.Obne of his best!
jack69ist 1 year ago
im in the video.. when the little girl turnd on the water at the end im the guy with the green top on just walking behind her to the right... :o)
NealSwaine 1 year ago
@NealSwaine that's cool!
fkthsh 1 year ago
im in the video.. when the little girl turnd on the water at the end im the guy with the green top on just walking behind her to the right... :o)
NealSwaine 1 year ago
Geat tune, sounds so origional.
englandsbest316 1 year ago
Quite simply, a masterpiece. The Hour of the Bewilderbeast was and IS a fantastic record.
ZairaAmaterasu 1 year ago
love this song, I bet Damon was fooked after filming the vid though
burnzgotshot 1 year ago
@burnzgotshot Totally "fooked"
jack69ist 1 year ago
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Doves are the band playing on this video.
MrLaalaa78 1 year ago
Doves are the band playing on this track.
MrLaalaa78 1 year ago
grande
sa1012al 1 year ago
Love this freakin video, SO good
SkySky1717 1 year ago
Maybe Taxi drivers are people too.
Ha. Just Joshin'
gusrobinson 1 year ago 5
amazing tune at the end- shampagne supernova....
ronaldokiller 1 year ago
On Order 2 CD´s BADLY DRAWN BOY - THE HOUR OF BEWILDERBEAST and BADLY DRAWN BOY - BORN IN THE UK I hade a Marantz record player once... I miss it sooo
Not4Yoou 1 year ago
This is such an awesome video, from a specatcular album.
kwhitty 1 year ago
badly drawn boy 's videos are so silly
theSkYkAlEiDoScOpE 1 year ago
@theSkYkAlEiDoScOpE That's what make em original and plus he write great songs
jack69ist 1 year ago
Wow, I'd never seen the extended ending of this video before!
I wish I had my own badly drawn boy to carry around...
simplekaty 2 years ago 3
@simplekaty This is one of My favotite videoes ever... I love it more than everything...
Not4Yoou 1 year ago
@simplekaty Poor guy.He must exhausted after carrying all thoes folks!
jack69ist 1 year ago
I really loved that song when i was little.
I remember my mom saying it's a nice video. It's a great enchanting song and every time you hear it it's like the first time.
EliorFein 2 years ago
Doves + Badly Drawn Boy=Hell yes!
DanGan08 2 years ago
amazing..... shampagne supernova right now...
ronaldokiller 2 years ago
great effects :'D
meatberryy 2 years ago
this is probly the best album ever written. top video too
choclatesaltyballz 2 years ago 3
adidas Originals Micropacers (L)
captaintsuabasa 2 years ago 2
The girl in the video reminds me of the pope-tackler, only in a blue hoodie.
CountStrangulaX 2 years ago
So many years later, this song and video keep me totally stunned and captivated. Genius, genius song. The Hour of the Bewilderbeast is among my favs records EVER.
ZairaAmaterasu 2 years ago
Happy New My Lovley and Badly Rrawn Boy
Not4Yoou 2 years ago
bewilderbeast....one true gem of a vinyl LP in my collection....
simply never get enough of this whole album!!!
marsiozo 2 years ago 3
I need one thing... and Badly is alrady here
Not4Yoou 2 years ago
I love this.
spexvid 2 years ago
excellent song and video
driller007 2 years ago
Cool song
Localulu27 2 years ago
this man is a legend
choclatesaltyballz 2 years ago
Click my Username - My IQ is 112
spethkasey 2 years ago
Brilliant tune.. And i used 2 look like badly drawn boy lol
baggyboy7879 2 years ago
you look like sheat you fuckou
kotlarnica 2 years ago
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baggyboy7879 2 years ago
how much of a bell end are u????? You need to get a life sunshine!!
baggyboy7879 2 years ago
great song that bit at the end where it goes clasical shampagne supernova...
ronaldokiller 2 years ago
Ive lost or had stolen this album 3 times but i just keep buying it. Totally worth it!!!
gingie78 2 years ago
he is simply fantastic. he is completely underated. please come to england so i can come and see you.
kimbers59 2 years ago
@kimbers59 he is english mate
choclatesaltyballz 2 years ago
i love him. why is he not the biggest star he deserves to be
kimbers59 2 years ago
how come he does not play this song anymore, its an awesome song, that still sounds so fresh
Pavaso 2 years ago 20
what are the trainers he is wearing called???????? reat song not heard it in years
sitelkid 2 years ago
i want to meet this guy sooo badly
BatixProductions 2 years ago
Is the piece of music at the end written by B.D.B or is it from a classical piece of music?
strangledbyyou82 2 years ago
I love this song, i haven't heard it in years...
bonesnstars 2 years ago
Me too. ace vid =D
thedudecalledpj 2 years ago
It sometimes depress me to feel that someone else is writting the lovesongs of my life instead of me//// but shhh, that guy is so good at it!
nickloselafrite 2 years ago 4
Just in some places though
scottyskooshykerr 2 years ago
Im not trying to be offense,
but does anyone else feel he's a tad out out of tune when he sings this?
Thats my opinion :)
scottyskooshykerr 2 years ago
i LOVE him!
jiljilbean 2 years ago
MTV2 Kicked ass bring it Back!!!!
Not4Yoou 2 years ago
hahaha what a great video!
lrigydruh 2 years ago
PERFECT...
RDAHERS 2 years ago
Beehan, I have to agree with rbiren08. You dont need to insult just because someone doesnt like a song. I disagree with rbiren08's opinion on the song. I like it. But no need to insult.
Irandefence 2 years ago
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Awful video, very lame.
Song has a cheesy and lame vibe to it too.
rbiren08 2 years ago
Well maybe, just maybe, you are a fucking prick?
beehen12345 2 years ago 2
Because I'm not a fan I'm a prick? I'm sure u wouldn't like some of my music but I can assure u I would not insult you if you didn't.
You must be musically insecure.
rbiren08 2 years ago
No, because you do not understand music. You don't have a clue about me, please, leave the stereotypes :)
beehen12345 2 years ago
why dont you look at my playlists or favourited music.... this song is actually baby time and im pretty sure that last comment doesnt make any sense.
rbiren08 2 years ago
God, so cool. I'm like in love with this video. Screw evident utensil, this is the bomb.
russianfantastico 2 years ago
Awesome song. Hour of Bewilderbeast is one of my all-time favorite album ever! What happened to him? his last 2 LP's were shite.
rawkus1167 2 years ago 2
badly drawn boy - my fav band along wiv the clash *legends*
Stelly0 2 years ago
I want a whole song of the last minute!!
Gatverdammah 2 years ago
ME TO OMG ITS AN AMAZING SOUND
sti11 2 years ago
Excellent.
bockerse 3 years ago 2
great song. Never saw this video before being in the States. Too much fun!
shaqgrass 3 years ago 4
the piano part is fantastic!
thanks!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
artmaniac53 3 years ago 4
hehe tromeri idea! :D
MANALETO 3 years ago
super man!!!super man!!!
p.s Thks for the ride!!!
CLUEVi 3 years ago
i want to be a taxi person, too!!! lol looks fun xD
hildufflove21 3 years ago
Best. Video. Ever. :p
Fetishologist 3 years ago
This guy is Brilliant! I Love this song! Looks like he is in N.Y.C. too,Great city as well!!!
monkeyeagle 3 years ago 3
Actually he's from manchester
lucanaso 3 years ago
OK,but the video takes place in New York!
monkeyeagle 3 years ago
Sorry, my fault. Didn't see your point.
lucanaso 3 years ago
No Worries Mate! Nice that people can converse occasionally on youtube without bickering! LOL!!!!
monkeyeagle 3 years ago 13
great song, great video!
itslikeframingapear 3 years ago 4
I love the piano part in the end.
fifkee 3 years ago 2
LOL!
Gildrethiel 3 years ago
What is the nice piano music at the end of this song ?
fabiogtv 3 years ago
it's from another of his songs, say it again, just improvised.
agent00x 3 years ago
Garth Jennings is a genius, check out Vampire Weekend - A Punk, another great video.
sam17923 3 years ago
I really like this video :D
He is so funny and his songs just great
shizukaflor 3 years ago
Whickis the year?
pibestp 3 years ago
Great song! Great video!
TheWerx 3 years ago 3
Love this song and the video is great by today's standards. Very clever. The boot on his shoe is hilarious.
Onlydreamin1959 3 years ago
ilike the shoes and hat!!!! =)
JackHasNiceHair 3 years ago
The girl who bumps into him at around 1:15, is that the same person?
jonbraithwaite 3 years ago
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Yes, she is a nice Lady & now he gets to ride her, what looks like until the break of dawn as she puffs & pants while she takes him up on her behind, very rose mantic...
toiletduck23 3 years ago
Ah, what a nice lady. I think he wants to stick his love in to her.
nevillebloodybartos 3 years ago
amo este video!!! (L)
fallenlids 3 years ago
I F ing love this vid!! and the song is great
pintan12 3 years ago
Soo melodic and funky, badly drawn boy is just fantastic, new album? : )
ChrisyMcCullagh83 3 years ago
breaking out of the clamp reminds me of forest gump :) this video is great
TomventUK 3 years ago
This is everything I need in a song.I could listen to it for days and days and days...God bless BDB
gypsiequeen73 3 years ago 2
who is the girl at 1:13? nothing to do with the theme but rather yummy.
jonbraithwaite 3 years ago 2
I love pretty much all his songs, but The Hour of The Bewildered Beast still my fav record of him and this song to me is just *brilliant*, with a genius video. I could listen to this over andover for a coupla hours without feeling tired at all.
ZairaAmaterasu 3 years ago
cool song!
mdp311 3 years ago
This video has everything!!! Even the Hare Krishna!!
PositiveChillout 3 years ago
one of my favourite songs ever!
timmybelic 3 years ago
awesome song great video! badly drawn boy always has the best music videos...if you haven't check out year of the rat you have to it's my favorite music video of all time
PhillyFresh08 3 years ago
just great
3lionsblacky 3 years ago
Great song. Nice jeans.
justlooking0001 3 years ago 3
this guy talks soo much during a concert....i think the show lasted for about 5 hours...and he only played 4 songs. hah.
but good song, tho
ellebee79 3 years ago 2
1:24 is so hilarious!
GRANDTURISM0 4 years ago
Te hace sentir lo bueno de la vida. Bien, bien, bien!!
caracollorca 4 years ago
I love this song. I still cant get it out of my head!
joebaker88 4 years ago 2
Plays great live to and is so funny live. For your bucks you get great music and great stand up from one man genuis.
nordicdusk 4 years ago
the beat is the best
HimmelaufErden 4 years ago
i love the forrest gump reference.
jaysato 4 years ago
One of his best songs i think... i guess his first record is my favourite... but i like it that he´s changing his sound on every album he does a little bit... keeps it interesting
Janlg10 4 years ago 3
Damn! He got the Boot.
antispamdinista 4 years ago
I didn't mean to fall in love !!!
michalinchen 4 years ago 5
Thats the line that makes the song for me...A talented songwriter
Gogreenday19 4 years ago
Loved it! I used to really love Badly Drawn Boy... I should give a listen again!
jtwig 4 years ago 4
Some great great songs this man has...
Voxx911 4 years ago 3
I love this song, its amazing
juicylicous 4 years ago 2
mr gough is brilliant song writer,the only thing i dont like him for is when he says in interviews hes from manchester ,when hes from bolton really,dont be ashamed of were you come from it makes you what you are ,a fantastic singer song writer,and if any one gets the chance to see him in live ,you must jump at the chance !!
garymilli 4 years ago