Does anyone know who this song is about? I thought it was about Lily Bayliss (1920's vaudeville star and pin-up girl) but she didn't die in 1929. Lillie Langtry died in 1929 but she was a musician- not a pin-up!
This song was written by Pete Townshend. In the beginning of the song, the singer laments his insomnia. When his father gives him the pictures of the song's title, he feels better, and is able to sleep. Soon, he feels desire for Lily as a person instead of a photo, and asks his father for an introduction. His father informs him however that "Lily" has, in fact, been dead since 1929. Initially, the singer laments, but before long turns back to his fantasy.
Keith looks like he's playing a completely different song. Fantastic. His various faces are great, too. I love this video. One of the best bands of all time.
the ultimate Who song. Pete is a genius way ahead of his time. the chord changes are all original and fast. you do know he studied classical guitar in school? i think it more than paid off :))
Yea, because they have blended the drums, with bass and guitar so well that you can't always tell who's playing what etc and it's just perfect composing to begin with! Roger said once in an interview that there hasn't been a cover band (a really successful one) because the songs are just so hard to play!
My fave Who song.
popspoptunes 10 months ago
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MyG3neRation 2 years ago
i LOVE this song
MyG3neRation 2 years ago
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I like it when a dog farts.
maxman9141 2 years ago
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maxman9141 2 years ago
Keith is like a puppet master behind his drums :)) pure magic he was!!!
Rawego 2 years ago 2
My dad rocks 4 showing me this song!
vjmilan 2 years ago 4
I <3 this song sooo much!
vjmilan 2 years ago
Love it!
liptonicetearubber 2 years ago
Cool
vincenzosupernova 2 years ago
As it was lipsynch, i believe at 2:07 Roger almost got lost!:)
tomhits 2 years ago
Keith's cuffs = Amazing
Nokorola 3 years ago
1:37 deep breath!
mrjohnsonhcane 3 years ago 2
i absolutly adore the french horn solo
Theykilledkenny19 3 years ago
Does anyone know who this song is about? I thought it was about Lily Bayliss (1920's vaudeville star and pin-up girl) but she didn't die in 1929. Lillie Langtry died in 1929 but she was a musician- not a pin-up!
kurtisp1 3 years ago
Wtf is Keith doing at 0:25-0:27 ??
LOL
JasonBonitati 3 years ago
Being Keith?
Verbeeks92 3 years ago
LOL
Well that works. I guess no one can explain his erratic behavior, haha.
JasonBonitati 3 years ago
Keith was just doing what he always did being "Moon The Loon".
SSSSgtPepper 3 years ago
he's pointing out where his dad stuck the pictures of lillie! on his wall!
tomethkent 3 years ago
This song was written by Pete Townshend. In the beginning of the song, the singer laments his insomnia. When his father gives him the pictures of the song's title, he feels better, and is able to sleep. Soon, he feels desire for Lily as a person instead of a photo, and asks his father for an introduction. His father informs him however that "Lily" has, in fact, been dead since 1929. Initially, the singer laments, but before long turns back to his fantasy.
henkah 2 years ago 2
Keith looks like he's playing a completely different song. Fantastic. His various faces are great, too. I love this video. One of the best bands of all time.
elsquibbs 3 years ago
wank wank
londonladdy 3 years ago
OGM Rogers Hair is so awsome
hoiiywood12 3 years ago
omg my name is lily
toasterlily09 3 years ago
Daltrey looks like a diplomat from India.
jpjonesy 3 years ago
dude this is about masturbation
YES! hahaha
zombieFACEvito 3 years ago 2
GAH....cuteness.....Keith was so awesome..RIP Love....:)and John was so awesome at bass and horn...and Pete on that guitar..WOOH! and
Rogers vocals were incredible....
bigbeatlesfreak 3 years ago 6
Lol at Moon,
simply lol.
:]
ToBeQuiteHonest 3 years ago 3
only him
ManiacDrummer1212 3 years ago
One of the best!
chezzeeX 3 years ago 2
the ultimate Who song. Pete is a genius way ahead of his time. the chord changes are all original and fast. you do know he studied classical guitar in school? i think it more than paid off :))
Rawego 3 years ago 5
Such a good early Who song!
ZosoTownshend07 3 years ago 5
i love this song so much i gotta learn how to play this on guitar but who songs are hard..........
jsennd 3 years ago 2
Yea, because they have blended the drums, with bass and guitar so well that you can't always tell who's playing what etc and it's just perfect composing to begin with! Roger said once in an interview that there hasn't been a cover band (a really successful one) because the songs are just so hard to play!
ZosoTownshend07 3 years ago 2
Aw, Roger is so cute.
I love the early songs, they are so good.
Keith with his frills is cute.
teganstarr 3 years ago 10
By the way this song was a tribute to masturbation, said by townshen. ;D
raido28 3 years ago 5
Awesome, this vid is very Mod, I love it!
ZosoTownshend07 3 years ago 3
Tis is Keith the master of all drumming!
beatleboy96 3 years ago 3
Roger was the cutest mod ever, love his outfit! Long Live Rock, Long Live The Who!
ZosoTownshend07 3 years ago 3
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Keith Moon was also a wife beater. John is the daddy
quadrophenia0901 3 years ago
Keith's the master!!!
astralhed 3 years ago 4
Don't trust anyone over 30! :P
sniperforlife 3 years ago
Why was I downvoted? I was simply echoing the sentiments of Daltrey's generation. :P
sniperforlife 3 years ago
you should have considered that most of the people watching this are fans of the who, who may or may not be over 30
whosegeneration 3 years ago
I did. I didn't mean it as a bad thing. I meant it to be endearing but I guess it didn't come off as that to some people.
sniperforlife 3 years ago
I wouldn't worry about it
whosegeneration 3 years ago
Keith pete roger and john my heros this is like their best song
beatleboy96 3 years ago 2
Ahh, Love The Who.
ZosoTownshend07 3 years ago 5
Keith Moon is cool beyond words.
Enright9591 3 years ago 5
He certainly is now!
Andyteetwo 3 years ago 2
Is this not fantastic??? Fucking incredible!
theonlytruepunk 3 years ago 5
beautiful voice and band!
kissmark1111 3 years ago 2
I just love Keith Moon's mugging for the camera; it's hilarious!
4everchanges 3 years ago 5
I've probably mentioned this already, but something about Moon in that coat and those frills makes him seem otherworldly!
fawcett2395 3 years ago 2
yes, Moonie (R.I.P) HATED faking it, and seems to have gone out of his way to show it. lol
flibideegibbit 4 years ago 5
Bst song worst miming by keith moon
Dragula1888 4 years ago
One of my faourite songs!
whotles 4 years ago 5
faVourite songs!
whotles 4 years ago 5
yeah, its gear
giles422 4 years ago 6
This is my favorite song by the Who, no doubt!
fawcett2395 4 years ago 7
The very first power ballad!
TheWHOrockON 4 years ago 6
Keith Moon cracks me up everytime I see him!
Best drummer ever no question
jdhaigh 4 years ago 14
Keith is wearing a puffy shirt.
ebf1957 4 years ago 2
Never heard this song, pretty damned good. Thanks for the vid!
JasonBonitati 4 years ago 3
real cool video, to bad they dont sell this in the stores
facasj 4 years ago
does anyone have this clip on dvd?
1974rail 4 years ago
keith is so cool
93or93 4 years ago
anyone have amen corner bend me shape me from beat club?
1974rail 4 years ago
Roger and Keith are so cute in this video. Especially Roger...he's so adorable here. Thanks for posting!
ForYouBlue1969 4 years ago
does this clip have the top ten count down from germany?
1974rail 4 years ago
pictures of lily hermoso tema!! i love the who! y el video muy bueno, roger esta muy hermoso esta para comerselo con papas fritas!
lucylovebeatles 4 years ago
pictures of Lily Winzig!
sullyrock 5 years ago