As far as Mike, he was definitely one of the better contestants especially in the early seasons and was a big reason the show took off, but Mike became bitter in the later seasons it seemed and lost some of his "mojo" so to speak. McShane is a good singer and is versatile, but he's not really the best at anything. Josie and Wayne have more raw singing ability than Mike easily. I happen to think that Wayne has better versatility than Mike, but I enjoy Mike more if that makes sense.
Just to be fair, Slattery had a nervous breakdown and hid in his house alone for two years starting in 1995 I believe. He was doing drugs and had lost it, big time. He cracked like an egg. You can find Tony being interviewed (google Tony Slattery Admiration) about this part of his life online. It's quite interesting. I'm proud of the guy and I don't even know him, but it's not a surprise that he was considered unreliable at that time.
I was the audience member who suggested the subject of a cat litter tray. Without any justification whatsoever, I still misguidedly believe I played a small but crucial part in the comic gold Mike and Josie created.
@SirLesterMarwood We got a fantastic song out of it, so thanks! I think the zanier, less obvious suggestions are best, because they require more creativity. There's a greater risk of flopping, but a much higher pay-off. Give this song a proper score and the way people don't pay attention to lyrics these days anyway it'd be an instant hit. Well done, SirLester. :)
this duet has some of the best wl lyrics ever. "Whoever thought that our love would glitter standing her looking at shit and cat litter." You can't make this stuff up, wait, they did!
This clip is a great example of why the UK show at it's peak was unbeatable- a joyous combination of the best in UK and American performers with Josie and Mike both at the top of their game.
(And also proving that Whose Line was never just about Ryan and Colin.) :)
I don't think I can ever get tired of this one. Josie and Mike are just to fun to watch. I really enjoy how Josie makes me believe she is actually in love with Mike.
I know Mike was on a lot for someone not named Ryan or Colin, but he should have been on a lot more. He was the best mix of singing and comedic ability the show ever had, and he gave 110% in every show.
I totally agree about Mike. He was easily one of the funniest and most versatile Whose line performers ever. It's just so sad that the American Whose Line never let him perform on their version of the show after an angry bust-up from when he found out his old friend Tony Slattery had been dropped from the Uk show for supposedly being "unreliable".
Don't get me wrong - Wayne Brady was good - but he was no Mike McShane.
The fact that those two could get through that entire song without laughing so hard that THEY had to use the litter box...is remarkable to say the least! XD
I love the way Ryan does that cat thing at the end... I've noticed him an Josie do just a TINY bit of flirting, also when they do theatre styles together
Totally sounds like a Disney song. The Prince, The Princess and the Kitty Litter.
TVFILMBUFF 8 months ago
As far as Mike, he was definitely one of the better contestants especially in the early seasons and was a big reason the show took off, but Mike became bitter in the later seasons it seemed and lost some of his "mojo" so to speak. McShane is a good singer and is versatile, but he's not really the best at anything. Josie and Wayne have more raw singing ability than Mike easily. I happen to think that Wayne has better versatility than Mike, but I enjoy Mike more if that makes sense.
WonderDrugEchinacea 1 year ago
Just to be fair, Slattery had a nervous breakdown and hid in his house alone for two years starting in 1995 I believe. He was doing drugs and had lost it, big time. He cracked like an egg. You can find Tony being interviewed (google Tony Slattery Admiration) about this part of his life online. It's quite interesting. I'm proud of the guy and I don't even know him, but it's not a surprise that he was considered unreliable at that time.
WonderDrugEchinacea 1 year ago
After you listen to this a few times it's actually a very pretty song.
cda345 1 year ago
what else has Josie done? other tv or movies?
9998833 1 year ago
My absolute favorite Whose Line moment!
absisback 1 year ago
MIKE IS THE MAN!!!!!!!!!!!
mygreatlovenova 2 years ago 2
Mike had the best voice on the show, even Wayne Brady is bested by him. He did a gospel once, plus that paperweight song was perfect too!
RadBal2 2 years ago
haha mike mcshane is a ledge
jackurius16 2 years ago
I was the audience member who suggested the subject of a cat litter tray. Without any justification whatsoever, I still misguidedly believe I played a small but crucial part in the comic gold Mike and Josie created.
SirLesterMarwood 2 years ago 9
@SirLesterMarwood We got a fantastic song out of it, so thanks! I think the zanier, less obvious suggestions are best, because they require more creativity. There's a greater risk of flopping, but a much higher pay-off. Give this song a proper score and the way people don't pay attention to lyrics these days anyway it'd be an instant hit. Well done, SirLester. :)
Nzie 1 year ago
That was amazing, my face hurts! ^o^
hitohane 2 years ago 2
The best song ever improvised on Whose Line imo.
alin1975 2 years ago 5
this duet has some of the best wl lyrics ever. "Whoever thought that our love would glitter standing her looking at shit and cat litter." You can't make this stuff up, wait, they did!
uncensored. great stuff
blugreen123 2 years ago 6
"and who ever thought that our love would glitter,
just standing here looking at sh*t in cat litter"
Fantastic!
CrosswordCapers 2 years ago 4
It's hard to believe it's an improvised song, it's better than anything new playing on the radio today
webeffect 2 years ago 24
This clip is a great example of why the UK show at it's peak was unbeatable- a joyous combination of the best in UK and American performers with Josie and Mike both at the top of their game.
(And also proving that Whose Line was never just about Ryan and Colin.) :)
RicardosRealm 2 years ago 12
Wow, you can tell how old a video is when you see the Short Play acronym appear in the corner! lol
twistntwirlgrl 2 years ago
I remember the first time I saw this, as nerdy as it sounds. I was hooked to this show ever since the first time I watched whose line.
WyldJezter 2 years ago
this is genius. period.
gblemon12 3 years ago 7
I don't think I can ever get tired of this one. Josie and Mike are just to fun to watch. I really enjoy how Josie makes me believe she is actually in love with Mike.
o0Zuel0o 3 years ago 3
Best Duet Ever, Hands Down!
12Medbe 3 years ago 5
I was crying with laughter, one of the best songs ever on whose line!
autumn999 3 years ago 5
What a beautiful song!
emilygclarinet 3 years ago 3
I know Mike was on a lot for someone not named Ryan or Colin, but he should have been on a lot more. He was the best mix of singing and comedic ability the show ever had, and he gave 110% in every show.
corinthian129 3 years ago 15
I totally agree about Mike. He was easily one of the funniest and most versatile Whose line performers ever. It's just so sad that the American Whose Line never let him perform on their version of the show after an angry bust-up from when he found out his old friend Tony Slattery had been dropped from the Uk show for supposedly being "unreliable".
Don't get me wrong - Wayne Brady was good - but he was no Mike McShane.
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droog69 3 years ago 29
you know what i totally agree too.
you can tell hes giving his all by the amount that he sweats in each show.
nacholibrary 3 years ago
@droog69
Im sorry, i disagree. Wayne can't be beaten by anyone.
happymonkey39 1 year ago
@happymonkey39 I like both Mike and Wayne on these shows! :)
Rock2HAL 1 year ago
<3 Mike McShane
bigdan35 3 years ago 6
Whenever I'm depressed I just have to watch this clip and I feel better.
cda345 3 years ago 9
a love song about cat litter.....THATS talent!
rancid4eva 3 years ago 5
"Who ever thought that feline defication could be such a swell and singular sensation!" Brilliantly ryhmed line there from Mike. lol
IHeartWhoseLine 3 years ago 12
which episode is this from?
MrsAlanaWay 3 years ago
s*** and cat litter lol
in he top ten duets
no.1 is beached whale
10Amuffett 4 years ago 7
Yeah that was pretty good - I've got that one as well, but I don't like Caroline Quentin in it.
rashhuman 4 years ago
really? i like caroline.
10Amuffett 3 years ago 3
The fact that those two could get through that entire song without laughing so hard that THEY had to use the litter box...is remarkable to say the least! XD
JudeMaris 4 years ago 10
I wouldn't say the best, but it's deffinently on my top ten best songs about cat litter.
Xxmalice667 4 years ago 4
This comment has received too many negative votes show
right......josie can not sing she sounds like a goat!!!!!!!!!!!!!lol
rhioma109 4 years ago
This is brilliant!I love this one! x
Naruemon1 4 years ago
I LOVE this! I watch it on 'Dave' and whenever this particular one comes on I'm in stiches every time!
ElreniaGreenleaf 4 years ago 3
Same here!!!
IHeartWhoseLine 3 years ago
I love the way Ryan does that cat thing at the end... I've noticed him an Josie do just a TINY bit of flirting, also when they do theatre styles together
CatherineInRock 4 years ago 8
"Tiny"?
NamelessAllie 4 years ago
OK OK.. A LOT! )))))))))))
CatherineInRock 4 years ago
Very Correct.
I am more inclined to believe however that Josie Lawrence has this very rare acting ability (which I hardly ever see) - she can create chemistry.
NamelessAllie 4 years ago 4
That's true--she has chemistry with Mike, Tony, Ryan...pretty much everyone she works with on the show.
blynneda 4 years ago 3
Is it just me , or does Josie look a dead ringer for Meg White of The White Stripes in this clip? (sigh) 2 of my all-time crushes combined! mmmm...
droog69 4 years ago
Man, I'll never understand fashion of the 90's.
DorkPie 4 years ago
just like they won't understand the fashion we have at the moment 20 years from now.
SiebtoShare 4 years ago 2
It's the *only* song that Clive Anderson has heard about Cat Litter!
quizmaster85 4 years ago
Yes, I'm pretty sure that's the point of the joke he was making. :)
huzlinefan 4 years ago
You know I remember this. Fantastic song.
SparkleLobster 4 years ago
Hahaha!
PirateWench8706 4 years ago
love the end where Josie pets Ryan!
Emgee78 4 years ago 3
Tee hee me too ^^
Maylee92 4 years ago
that was beautiful in a weird way lol !
josie lawrence rocks ! as does mike !
josielawrence 4 years ago 2
ditto, that was completely brilliant.... I've only seen a few times where the songs on the American version are as clever as these!
zanic06 4 years ago
One of the best Song Styles
badhead 4 years ago