Ian Dury was an interesting man - it's worth looking into his life. He contracted polio at an early age and died too young of cancer. I'd definitely recommend travelling down this particular rabbit hole.
RIP Ian Dury, there’ll never be another like him. What a writer he was, check out Sex & Drugs & Rock ‘n Roll, What A Waste, Reasons To Be Cheerful & Sweet Gene Vincent (it’s a tribute to one of Ian’s idols, Gene Vincent).
Bass player is Norman Watt Roy, one of the best bass players to ever walk this planet. Part of a brilliant band of musicians who still tour in the UK to this day, 40 odd years on. Saw Norman in the Wilko Johnson band a few years ago, stood just a few yards from him as he played. He was coveting his bass as if he would never play it again, a wonderful experience. I shook his hand and said hello outside the venue. Lovely man. He and Wilko were superb. RIP Ian Dury, poet genius.
I just heard about him yesterday - apparently he contributed the famous bass riff to Relax by Frankie Goes to Hollywood. Of course, all the Blockheads were brilliant!
I was lucky enough to see the band a half dozen times in the 70's, and more recently Norman Watt-Roy the bass player a few times in the Wilko Johnson band (the only tickets I could get to the Farewell tour in 2013 involved a trip to France, well worth it). Is there a better bass line on any song?
@@shaynesparkes8740 Your uncle. He always brings a smile to my face for some reason, I don't know why. Probably his handle bar moustache and the way he moved. Happy days.
I managed to speak to him on the platform at Euston train station, a few years back. Norman was carrying his bass guitar in its case, and a big bag, as he was heading up North to a gig. I recognised him straight away, and walked up to him and offered to shake his hand, and he was so respectful, and glad that I recognised him, and was happy to chat for a couple of minutes. I told him that he was one of my bass idols, and he was really happy and smiled. He gave me an autograph on the back of one of his cards. It takes pride of place in my scrapbook of autographs from musicians.
His album "New Boots and Panties" is one of the best - the band has some amazing musicians! A genius who captured Art, Poetry, Music in 70's/80's/90's UK. Spoke up for Disabled people too, as a child victim of Polio. Fascinating mix of pathos, comedy, rebellion and grit.
I remember being transfixed by this song when it appeared on Top of the Pops in England. That freaking bass line needs to be sent off into space so it'll be heard by the entire universe to let them know how bloody good it is to be human...
Loved Ian Dury, what a wordsmith! "Sweet Gene Vincent" and "There ain't half been some clever bastards" are absolute classics, one of a kind, sadly missed, but never forgotten.
A brilliant poet fronting a skilled jazz band. The bass on this song is complex and amazing. I believe it was written about his walking stick. Also, 2 sax at the same time.
Totally unique loved Ian Dury....like others said 🙏 RIP . Suffered with polio most of his life, but great human being and fantastic music. 79 was the year I left school. This is in my own personal songbook of life.....
I love this. Its so low down dirty, steamy, old school basement club in the late hour fantastic. Ian Dury and the Blockheads are red hot and made a moment in music that scorches to this day and makes you play it again and again - hit meeee!
Can't believe you did this one, kudos from a nobody 55-year-Old from the UK :) I'm glad you liked it Jayvee we have so much more from the UK music at the time for you to listen to
I absolutely adored Mr Dury - what a gent! And survivor, poet, musician. (And so ahead of any socially correct movement. Two fat persons refers to the socially played game of BINGO (Lotto) where the common name for calling out 88 is 2 fat ladies.) He also sang about mental and physical health stigma and taboo well ahead of others. Plus, you have to appreciate the musicians he accumulated - my fav version of rhythm stick is probably this - th-cam.com/video/CBIRj3JW3h0/w-d-xo.html - so much going on, (2 saxes at once, anyone?) but just keep your ears on Norman Joseph Watt-Roy on bass. Absolute class. The Blockheads music was really well produced in its release era as well.
He was singing in french and German once in the same sentence.he got polio at 7 left him with a shriveled hand and leg.he died of cancer age 57 in 2000.2010 there was a bio pic named after his song sex and drugs and rock n roll.andy serkis who was golem in lord of the rings,ceasr in planet of the apes played him.
You seem think this is the only version of this song. I bought it also on a 45 which is much longer and ends on a fade, not abruptly. I love this song, "Reasons To Be Cheerful Part 3" and other songs of Ian Dury.
Good reaction, JayVee. Your enthusiasm matches the upbeat nature of the song 👍👍👍 You'll have lots of suggestions of more Ian Dury and The Blockheads tracks to react to. All will have lyrics with wit, charm and mischief 😏 Ian D was very British (English even) BTW. The "two fat persons" in lyrics is a play on the Bingo caller's "two fat ladies" for the number 88 - just more PC 😛
So nice to see a young dude get as much enjoyment out of a song that us oldies can remember from when they were released. I saw Ian Dury and the Blockheads at the Birmingham Odeon (in England) in 1981, still remember it with a huge smile today 😊
Omg, I remember this one! Haven't heard it in a long time. Thanx for reminding me of so many good old tunes and the fun I was having back when this was on the radio😁🎶💙🎧
Still one of my favourite songs EVER!! First heard this in 1979 when I was 13 and it definitely hit me with their rhythm stick. Loved your reaction to the end of the song. Could see that coming 😂
Aaah Ian Dury, what an absolute legend he was 😍 thanks for reacting to him Jay. “What A Waste” is my favourite song of theirs from 1978, it’s got a great mellow groove to it. Cheers!
Bingo callers used to say 'two fat ladies' when 88 came out the hat, 'clickety click' when it was 66. Ian's referring to that. He was a lyrical genius with a particular fondness for how Londoners ('cockneys') used to speak. If you like his lyrics check out the song 'Blockheads'. Makes me laugh everytime I hear it.
my dad (hes 59) used to randomly joke about the chorus and it was funny as a child but now he doesnt say it anymore but this is just really nostalgic for me wow bro thank you for reacting to it.
Ian Dury, a total genius and his band were mad proficient in musicianship ( he probably had the best band musically wise just had the lot ) and as beautiful collective. Very underrated band, as mentioned IAN Had polio and passed away of cancer - new boots and Panties is a masterpiece of an album ( my favourite ) … wake up and make love with me, my old man, clever Trevor, PP Not exactly TH-cam friendly ( loads of swearing 🤬 ) … and the last track off the album the immortal- Sex&Drugs&Rock&Roll
Big shout for What A Waste, on which you'll hear him singing - not always quite in tune, but it doesn't matter, as it's such a characterful voice. Brilliant song too.
remember hearing this for the first time with my dad in the car. It had a profound effect on my dad he was a changed man from that moment on. He changed his hairstyle clothing and taste in music. dad later on to meet up with Ian on many occasions enjoying his poetry round the pubs. Many happy memories.
I saw Ian Dury and the Blockhead Several Times in the Late 1970 and the 80S. The Best Times were at the Crystal Palace Park Bowl London July 1981 and the Brixton Academy London 1990. Nice One from South London.
Always loved Ian Dury and bought all his albums including his last 'Mr Love Pants' which came out after they had split and reunited. My favourite track from this which always makes me giggle, is 'Geraldine' with Ian's usual suggestive lyrics. His style has been described as something between vaudeville and rock'n'roll. Dury has a truly lyrical poeticism, that showcases his gritty sense of humour. I was lucky enough to see him at the Shepherd's Bush Empire just before he died aged 53 and surprised myself by remembering all the words to the songs. His drummer Charley was paralysed from the waist down and died 10 years before Ian did. RIP Ian and Charley ❤
I still can't believe I bought this on a 7 inch single Forty Six years ago, and here we have this young man absolutely digging it. Just goes to prove great music is timeless.
I saw him live for my 14th birthday. When they finished & left the stage, the crowd was cheering for an encore, lights were still down so we were expecting another song. But Ian Dury came back out, sat on the end of the stage, dangling legs & signalled for the lights to be turned on - picked up his mic, and told the whole venue to f*ck off home lol.. I met him backstage also & he was a filthy old man (no surprise haha) .. RIP
I remember my stepdad bought NBAP and for the 1st listen played it really loud. It was great, right up until Plaistow Patricia, mum hit the roof ha ha ha I think the whole street heard it!
There was a biography movie made about the life of lead singer Ian Dury in 2010 called 'Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll' starring Gollum actor, Andy Serkis as Ian Dury. It is a fantastic movie and well recommended to watch.
This is and has always been my favourite record since the first time I heard it in the 70s . I’ve seen Ian Dury and the blockheads many times and never been let down . Rest in peace Ian and thank you for the music !
I have listened to this since I was 8 when it was released and my dad blasted it on his stereo system and in the car, love it, still get goosebumps today listening to it. Brilliant! Love seeing your reaction, especially the opening bass line got you….
Most everyone has given you the run down on Ian..yes he always wore a glove on his left hand because of the damage polio did and wore a leg caliper too..being on stage really took it out of him but he gave everything as you can see..taken from us way too young..others to review..Billericky Dickie..Reasons to be cheerfull part 3..Sex Drugs and rock n roll..enjoy..🇬🇧💞✝️🙏
It was fantastic watching this guy listening to Ian for the first time was brilliant. Made my day this is what music does connects us universally. How can anyone deny the genius of the blockheads,
Javaughn I have been waiting ages for you to react to this song. Best way to listen to this is while driving with the volume up all the way!! All the best 80s parties had this on the playlist.
i was 5 with this came out and recall hearing this and immediately understanding that this was not the usual music that was out there. this was something special. Lennon pretended to be a working class hero. Drury was himself and didn’t need to pretend about anything.
A product of British genre Pub Rock which eventually merged /morphed into Punk Rock, in around 1975, that pre-punk period was probably my favourite of all time, Kokomo, Alberto y los trios paranoios, Spitz Oil, Kilburn and the High Roads ( Ian Drury), Ducks Delux, Bebop Deluxe, Dr Feelgood, Kursaal Flyers. A superb time.
Ian Dury was an interesting man - it's worth looking into his life. He contracted polio at an early age and died too young of cancer. I'd definitely recommend travelling down this particular rabbit hole.
Ian Dury tore it up. I remember this on release and it was unique. Baxter (his son) also is a unique talent.
The film "Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll" is a pretty flawed film, but Andy Serkis did a good job of playing the man himself.
I like “reasons to be cheerful pt3”
@@powerplant. I don't think it was.
Did he have many songs?
Ian Dury. A reason to be cheerful. From my town.
Maybe 1,2,3 which town is it?
It was incredible being able to grow up with this stuff !
Truth.
RIP Ian Dury, there’ll never be another like him.
What a writer he was, check out Sex & Drugs & Rock ‘n Roll, What A Waste, Reasons To Be Cheerful & Sweet Gene Vincent (it’s a tribute to one of Ian’s idols, Gene Vincent).
What a waste was a cracking tune!
And 'I Want to Be Straight' and '(Spasticus Autisticus)'.
And 'Clever Trevor '.
blackmail man
My Old Man - one of the most poignant songs ever written. th-cam.com/video/ooPVuG8ZbNE/w-d-xo.html .
Bass player is Norman Watt Roy, one of the best bass players to ever walk this planet. Part of a brilliant band of musicians who still tour in the UK to this day, 40 odd years on. Saw Norman in the Wilko Johnson band a few years ago, stood just a few yards from him as he played. He was coveting his bass as if he would never play it again, a wonderful experience. I shook his hand and said hello outside the venue. Lovely man. He and Wilko were superb. RIP Ian Dury, poet genius.
I just heard about him yesterday - apparently he contributed the famous bass riff to Relax by Frankie Goes to Hollywood. Of course, all the Blockheads were brilliant!
My Uncle is John Sparks ( Sparko ) of Dr. Feelgood game same as Wilko …. Very good band indeed 😉
I was lucky enough to see the band a half dozen times in the 70's, and more recently Norman Watt-Roy the bass player a few times in the Wilko Johnson band (the only tickets I could get to the Farewell tour in 2013 involved a trip to France, well worth it). Is there a better bass line on any song?
@@shaynesparkes8740 Your uncle. He always brings a smile to my face for some reason, I don't know why. Probably his handle bar moustache and the way he moved. Happy days.
I managed to speak to him on the platform at Euston train station, a few years back. Norman was carrying his bass guitar in its case, and a big bag, as he was heading up North to a gig.
I recognised him straight away, and walked up to him and offered to shake his hand, and he was so respectful, and glad that I recognised him, and was happy to chat for a couple of minutes. I told him that he was one of my bass idols, and he was really happy and smiled. He gave me an autograph on the back of one of his cards.
It takes pride of place in my scrapbook of autographs from musicians.
the bass sound is brilliant, you don't hear that nowadays, Ian Dury will remain a legend forever.
More Ian Dury, please.
He was a national treasure.
So so many great songs from Ian Dury!!!
Strange That A Genious Can Be So Easily Forgotten..This Song Holds Amazing Memories And I'll Always Have A Place For A Rebellious Genius.
His album "New Boots and Panties" is one of the best - the band has some amazing musicians! A genius who captured Art, Poetry, Music in 70's/80's/90's UK. Spoke up for Disabled people too, as a child victim of Polio. Fascinating mix of pathos, comedy, rebellion and grit.
We all loved Ian, he seemed like a nice man who shrugged off his health problems to bring us all joy and a bloody good time.
You mean his polio? His whole left side was fucked, Withered leg and arm.
this is 43 years ago, he still hits me with his Rhythm Stick ! RIP the Lord of Kilburn !
You know rhythm stick is rhyming slang for d**k right?
The entire song is him singing about how women everywhere beg to be hit with the rhythm stick.
British acts are fantastic. A small island with big talent.
I remember being transfixed by this song when it appeared on Top of the Pops in England.
That freaking bass line needs to be sent off into space so it'll be heard by the entire universe to let them know how bloody good it is to be human...
Loved Ian Dury, what a wordsmith! "Sweet Gene Vincent" and "There ain't half been some clever bastards" are absolute classics, one of a kind, sadly missed, but never forgotten.
Do you know what is great? You never noticed or gave a shit about Ian’s physical disability. Class act right there.
He was one of those people who just saw things a different way, the music was not for everyone but you could never say it was boring. Great reaction.
Reasons to be cheerful is a must.
A brilliant poet fronting a skilled jazz band. The bass on this song is complex and amazing. I believe it was written about his walking stick. Also, 2 sax at the same time.
er... not his walking stick... lol...
The bassist, Norman Watt-Roy is still gigging with Wilko Johnson (ex Dr Feelgood) and is still f...reaking awesome.
@@SpikeMatthews nope definitely not
Totally unique loved Ian Dury....like others said 🙏 RIP . Suffered with polio most of his life, but great human being and fantastic music. 79 was the year I left school. This is in my own personal songbook of life.....
I love this. Its so low down dirty, steamy, old school basement club in the late hour fantastic. Ian Dury and the Blockheads are red hot and made a moment in music that scorches to this day and makes you play it again and again - hit meeee!
R.I.P Ian.. so glad you did this one love your reaction 😊😊
I luuuurve your reaction.. i love it when a person feels music the way i do. ❤️🎶
Can't believe you did this one, kudos from a nobody 55-year-Old from the UK :)
I'm glad you liked it Jayvee we have so much more from the UK music at the time for you to listen to
Especially Ska.
I absolutely adored Mr Dury - what a gent! And survivor, poet, musician. (And so ahead of any socially correct movement. Two fat persons refers to the socially played game of BINGO (Lotto) where the common name for calling out 88 is 2 fat ladies.) He also sang about mental and physical health stigma and taboo well ahead of others. Plus, you have to appreciate the musicians he accumulated - my fav version of rhythm stick is probably this - th-cam.com/video/CBIRj3JW3h0/w-d-xo.html - so much going on, (2 saxes at once, anyone?) but just keep your ears on Norman Joseph Watt-Roy on bass. Absolute class. The Blockheads music was really well produced in its release era as well.
Hey thanks for the link. That live version was off the fuckin chain.
and I always thought the line was "two fat Parsons"
As a 16 year old when this came out I was fascinated by it……..music’s so tame now. Lol…😂😂😂
Me too, I was also 16 when this came out, I never liked Punk music much but this is great!
He was singing in french and German once in the same sentence.he got polio at 7 left him with a shriveled hand and leg.he died of cancer age 57 in 2000.2010 there was a bio pic named after his song sex and drugs and rock n roll.andy serkis who was golem in lord of the rings,ceasr in planet of the apes played him.
I saw that film when it was released - so good! He had such a difficult childhood because he was disabled but his talent & personality won
What a joy! Ian Dury a real myth, his "Sex, Drugs and Rock 'n Roll" is an anthem. Chaz Jankel on the piano, another genius. Thanks for this video!
…..very good indeed…….
It does seem abrupt but yes, that IS how the song ends. So glad you like it! Next song of histo do is Reasons To Be Cheerful Part 3.
Yes yes, REASONS TO BE CHEERFUL PT.3 🧨
Such a bop!
Yes please!
You seem think this is the only version of this song. I bought it also on a 45 which is much longer and ends on a fade, not abruptly. I love this song, "Reasons To Be Cheerful Part 3" and other songs of Ian Dury.
Good reaction, JayVee. Your enthusiasm matches the upbeat nature of the song 👍👍👍
You'll have lots of suggestions of more Ian Dury and The Blockheads tracks to react to. All will have lyrics with wit, charm and mischief 😏 Ian D was very British (English even)
BTW. The "two fat persons" in lyrics is a play on the Bingo caller's "two fat ladies" for the number 88 - just more PC 😛
So nice to see a young dude get as much enjoyment out of a song that us oldies can remember from when they were released. I saw Ian Dury and the Blockheads at the Birmingham Odeon (in England) in 1981, still remember it with a huge smile today 😊
One of the most extraordinary songs ever.
It had it all great vocals from a charismatic performer and the musicianship and slickness is off the scale.
Absolute Tune this. Takes me back. Ian Dury Legend.
Unique is absolutely the right word for Ian Dury
The energy, it's all about the energy its band had. And it also was a collection of talents.
Omg, I remember this one! Haven't heard it in a long time. Thanx for reminding me of so many good old tunes and the fun I was having back when this was on the radio😁🎶💙🎧
I never heard this before and never heard of this group. That sax and the beat of the drums, wow!
Explore the world of punk and post punk of the 70's and 80's Lily and enjoy.
Still one of my favourite songs EVER!! First heard this in 1979 when I was 13 and it definitely hit me with their rhythm stick. Loved your reaction to the end of the song. Could see that coming 😂
After all these years this is still thé jam!
Aaah Ian Dury, what an absolute legend he was 😍 thanks for reacting to him Jay. “What A Waste” is my favourite song of theirs from 1978, it’s got a great mellow groove to it. Cheers!
Thanks for reminding me.
Bingo callers used to say 'two fat ladies' when 88 came out the hat, 'clickety click' when it was 66. Ian's referring to that. He was a lyrical genius with a particular fondness for how Londoners ('cockneys') used to speak. If you like his lyrics check out the song 'Blockheads'. Makes me laugh everytime I hear it.
I vote for "What A Waste" for your next foray into Ian Dury and the Blockheads.
I've always liked "i want to be straight" :)
One of the Blockheads plays in a band that I see in my local in North Cornwall you can definitely hear the blockhead sound when they play !!
my dad (hes 59) used to randomly joke about the chorus and it was funny as a child but now he doesnt say it anymore but this is just really nostalgic for me wow bro thank you for reacting to it.
Great reaction, JV! You got it! Ian Dury & the Blockheads, what a band! (It's frightening to think this was 1979 - so long ago...)
Ian Dury, a total genius and his band were mad proficient in musicianship ( he probably had the best band musically wise just had the lot ) and as beautiful collective. Very underrated band, as mentioned IAN Had polio and passed away of cancer - new boots and Panties is a masterpiece of an album ( my favourite ) … wake up and make love with me, my old man, clever Trevor, PP Not exactly TH-cam friendly ( loads of swearing 🤬 ) … and the last track off the album the immortal- Sex&Drugs&Rock&Roll
His son, Baxter Dury, is also a singer. Has released some really interesting songs and music videos worth reacting to.
Yeah have a listen to Miami by Baxter Duty.
The apple didn't roll far from the tree.
He also reminds me of Serge Gainsbourg
One of the greatest live bands I've seen.
High school times for me. “Reasons to be Cheerful, Part 3” is my favorite. I recently watched the movie about his life. Interesting guy. 💜💜💜
J, you'll love his "Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll" and "Reasons To Be Cheerful Part 3" !!
Brilliant on so many levels, RIP Ian
Reasons To Be Cheerful is my next fave Blockheads song but hardly anyone has done a reaction to it
I listen to that song a lot when commuting to work, puts me in a good mood!
One of the great sax solo's in a terrific number.
I grew up listening to Ian Dury! Everything I learned about geography was from this song!
Big shout for What A Waste, on which you'll hear him singing - not always quite in tune, but it doesn't matter, as it's such a characterful voice. Brilliant song too.
Next Ian song MUST BE Sex n drugs n rock n roll. Classic. His band were amazing.
remember hearing this for the first time with my dad in the car. It had a profound effect on my dad he was a changed man from that moment on. He changed his hairstyle clothing and taste in music. dad later on to meet up with Ian on many occasions enjoying his poetry round the pubs. Many happy memories.
Pure class. Drury a polio survivor... what a man.
I saw Ian Dury and the Blockhead Several Times in the Late 1970 and the 80S. The Best Times were at the Crystal Palace Park Bowl London July 1981 and the Brixton Academy London 1990. Nice One from South London.
Love this album! "Clever Trevor" and "Wake up and make love" also great tracks. Best lyrics and a true cockney
its no fun when you're sleeping, wide awake is best
Knock me down, with a feather...
Oh Clever Trevor was a fantastic fusion of. British ‘Are you bring served’ humour and punk .. damn he was good
Soon I was rolling, through the morning fog, with me long haired children and me one eyed dog.
I remember when it came out and I saw this on TV. We just went "YEAH, RIGHT ON!!". I really miss the late 70's early 80's.
Always loved Ian Dury and bought all his albums including his last 'Mr Love Pants' which came out after they had split and reunited. My favourite track from this which always makes me giggle, is 'Geraldine' with Ian's usual suggestive lyrics. His style has been described as something between vaudeville and rock'n'roll. Dury has a truly lyrical poeticism, that showcases his gritty sense of humour. I was lucky enough to see him at the Shepherd's Bush Empire just before he died aged 53 and surprised myself by remembering all the words to the songs. His drummer Charley was paralysed from the waist down and died 10 years before Ian did. RIP Ian and Charley ❤
Can you react to Ian Drury's "Billericay Dickie"? One of my favourite Ian Drury tunes, along with all the others.
“The truth about bleedin’ blockheads is we’re all blockheads too” I loved Ian then , I love him still. What a wordsmith !
First Class musicians combined with wordsmith Ian Dury - an everlasting result.
They were brilliant. He could be considered one of the forerunners to rap music..
I still can't believe I bought this on a 7 inch single Forty Six years ago, and here we have this young man absolutely digging it. Just goes to prove great music is timeless.
Had the 12 inch version, in those days records had to be bigger for the longer version.
That abrupt ending was typical of their sense of humour.
What a character, and what a band, sad they've gone! R.I.P. Ian.
I saw him live for my 14th birthday. When they finished & left the stage, the crowd was cheering for an encore, lights were still down so we were expecting another song.
But Ian Dury came back out, sat on the end of the stage, dangling legs & signalled for the lights to be turned on - picked up his mic, and told the whole venue to f*ck off home lol..
I met him backstage also & he was a filthy old man (no surprise haha) .. RIP
Grace Jones tells us that we are slaves to the rhythm. Ian Jury tells us that we ARE that rhythm. RIP Ian Jury, over the hills and far away.
My hero!!! One of the best bass lines ever. I was 12 when I got New Boots & Panties. My dad heard me playing it and promptly confiscated it.
I remember my stepdad bought NBAP and for the 1st listen played it really loud. It was great, right up until Plaistow Patricia, mum hit the roof ha ha ha I think the whole street heard it!
Always a joy to watch someone enjoying some music from my youth.
'Sweet Gene Vincent' is another Dury classic!
He was playing TWO sax at once ( a tenor and an alto ) that's how he made them sound like that lol
I love this song in my youth and I still love it - it´s such a timeless unique piece of art
I've been longing for a reaction to this. I've always loved it so much. Thank you 😊
There was a biography movie made about the life of lead singer Ian Dury in 2010 called 'Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll' starring Gollum actor, Andy Serkis as Ian Dury. It is a fantastic movie and well recommended to watch.
Norman Watt-Roy on the bass - a thing of beauty.
You will sing this song for the rest of your life . I remember this when it came out......awesome !
This is and has always been my favourite record since the first time I heard it in the 70s . I’ve seen Ian Dury and the blockheads many times and never been let down . Rest in peace Ian and thank you for the music !
I have listened to this since I was 8 when it was released and my dad blasted it on his stereo system and in the car, love it, still get goosebumps today listening to it. Brilliant! Love seeing your reaction, especially the opening bass line got you….
Lucky you, my dad hated this kind of stuff; I love Ian Dury music, R.I.P.
Absolutely brilliant. Glad to see you appreciate a cracking song. Much love from England. ❤
Most everyone has given you the run down on Ian..yes he always wore a glove on his left hand because of the damage polio did and wore a leg caliper too..being on stage really took it out of him but he gave everything as you can see..taken from us way too young..others to review..Billericky Dickie..Reasons to be cheerfull part 3..Sex Drugs and rock n roll..enjoy..🇬🇧💞✝️🙏
He said some people came up to him after shows saying he put it on but others said he hid it well
i was born in 1964 grew up with this music. listening now its still amazing.
It was fantastic watching this guy listening to Ian for the first time was brilliant. Made my day this is what music does connects us universally. How can anyone deny the genius of the blockheads,
I just love the bass in this it's so funky.
Not surprised by your reactions - this is REAL music and REAL composition. This song was so massive when I was a very little child 🎼🎶🥁🎸🎷🎵
Javaughn I have been waiting ages for you to react to this song. Best way to listen to this is while driving with the volume up all the way!! All the best 80s parties had this on the playlist.
50 year old Brit here
This is part of my childhood
Ian Dury was the GOAT 🤟
I've just found your channel and now a subscriber. Love your enthusiasm and thoughtful comments. Your song choices are brilliantly varied!
i was 5 with this came out and recall hearing this and immediately understanding that this was not the usual music that was out there. this was something special.
Lennon pretended to be a working class hero. Drury was himself and didn’t need to pretend about anything.
A product of British genre Pub Rock which eventually merged /morphed into Punk Rock, in around 1975, that pre-punk period was probably my favourite of all time, Kokomo, Alberto y los trios paranoios, Spitz Oil, Kilburn and the High Roads ( Ian Drury), Ducks Delux, Bebop Deluxe, Dr Feelgood, Kursaal Flyers. A superb time.
No denying the underlying funky undertone.
45 years later and it still has that raw energy. RIP Ian.
The sax player probably blew his brains out holding that high note. 😆
I miss the 70's 80's bands where you had proper musicians
You've just been looking at one of the best British bands ever.
So nice seeing young people discovering and enjoying music I enjoyed when I was their age :).
Genius , amazing bass & keys. All put together in a funky hmaelstrom .
Ian Drury was institutionalized as a child "disabled" with polio. there was alot of physical abuse......