I was luckily enough to meet Rik Myall and the fact I was in this video (I’m the one in my school uniform) he was just as funny in person as seen on tv one of my best memories
You are a true Scot! so fecking secure in your identity that you fear nothing, that's why most English wish to keep you in our joint union if you agree.
After hearing about his death today. The ending of this vid is fitting when he walks into the light 😢 RIP Rik, You will be deeply missed. Thank you for all of the laughter you gave us.
The St George part gave me shivers. Rik Mayall was something else. An absolute treasure. And no-one else even comes close. To his many, many fans, and to the legend himself, I salute you all. < 3
Ode to Rik Mayall - by Rob Spratt I remember the 80's, when I was still in my teens when four crazy students ignited our screens. The show was The Young Ones. I simply adored it. So funny and different, like nothing before it. The stories were crazy, the characters insane, a collection of misfits who lived in my brain. There wasn't a playground, where the youth at the time, weren't doing impressions or reciting the lines. And like 'Cliff' before it, the key thing it did was shock all the parents and delight all the kids. The show was anarchic and it hit with such force, that it redefined humour and changed history's course. There was Vyvyan the punk who was completely insane, a violent psychotic, who had a girl's name. A loony tunes cartoon, always having fits, and whose solution to all was to smash it to bits. And then there was Neil, the one who dug graves. The peace-loving hippy, abused like a slave. He'd cook for them all - chickpeas or lentils, and he found it quite heavy in a house full of mentals. And what about Mike? So chilled, suave, yet so shady. He fancied himself as one for the ladies. He was always so cool, wearing shades was his norm, with his laid-back persona, he was the calm in the storm. And so on to Rik, who looked up to Mike. But Rik was the housemate that nobody liked. He was shallow and childlike, his tantrums unreal, always fighting with Vyv or else picking on Neil. Rik was deluded, and thought he was great, but to everyone else was a figure of hate. The self-proclaimed poet, who 'spoke for the youth', but to say he spoke rubbish was nearer the truth. Oh how I loved the look on Rik's face when he thought he'd put someone back in their place. His hands on his hips, all Rigsby-style snorting, gaffawing; the self-satisfied smile. The others just scoffed at his pompous pretensions and ignored him whenever he demanded attention. Frustrated and angry, didn't know what to do, that was our Rik, the rebel with no clue. So, many years later, it's all in the past. Did they know at the time they'd made something to last? Something important, a stand-out by far, that would affect our culture and the way that we are? Thank you to Rik, Chris, Nigel and Ade for being the Young Ones and the parts that you played. To some it may seem that you were just being daft but no doubt in my mind, masters of your craft. And thank you to Lise and Ben and to Rik for writing what is, a true Brit classic. Of course they all went on to do far more besides But The Young Ones was really where they hit their stride. So, it's thirty years on, and out of the blue, the TV and web were alive with the news that something had happened, so sudden, so quick; the nation lost a hero, a hero called Rik. I never imagined the pain that I'd feel. The shock hit me hard, still can't believe that it's real. I don't know why, I can't explain, why I've cried so much since and felt so much pain. I guess I loved Rik more than I even knew. It's like a part of me has been snatched away, too. I keep watching re-runs of the things he was in, and keep thinking of Barbara and all of his kin. And when the kids ask why the adults are crying The adults will say "because inside we're dying" "Someone we loved, a man we adored, the 'people's poet', is sadly no more". But one thing's for certain, it's since become clear That Rik was a man that his country held dear. I feel happier knowing that, and it's now a safe bet; the noble Englishman, Rik, we will never forget. Rik, ask us again, "hands up who likes me" and watch millions go up, just so you can see you were always right, that you always knew just how much love would come back at you. Now you're standing wild-eyed at the gates of heaven, And they've heard the bad news has been turned up to eleven. "Flashheart's arrived!" and while mulling your fate God's voice booms, "Bastards! Open that gate!" RIP Rik Mayall 1958 - 2014
That was very beautiful, thank you for sharing. The bad news being turned up to eleven line made me smile for the first time in what feels like forever.
Robert Spratt so true! When I was staying in England back 85 I saw this anarchical comedy! And I was just great! It gave me a kick -and still after 30 years! I have to laugh! ... very sad ... sad but its the way we all must go ones!
Can't believe he's gone. It still sucks just as much. He was one of a kind. Ade is great as well but Rik was really a one of a kind you'll never have again.
I would love to see him reading the speech from Shakespeare's Henry V. Genuinely one of the best and most emphatic performances of this speech I've ever seen, and it's only a parody! Rik gave his all, and his talent far surpassed that of a mere comedian
I feel sorry for you, you zeros, you nobodies. What's going to live on after you die? Nothing, that's what! This house will become a shrine! And punks and skins and Rastas will all gather round and all hold their hands in sorrow for their fallen leader! And all the grown-ups will say, 'But why are the kids crying?' And the kids will say, 'Haven't you heard? Rick is dead! The People's Poet is dead!' ... And then one particularly sensitive and articulate teenager will say, 'Why kids, do you understand nothing? How can Rick be dead when we still have his poems?'"
Cheers for reminding me of this classic Ri(c)k monologue, a timely quote if ever there was one! Hilarious and poignant at the same time, call me a sentimental fool but the end of this video and of this quote brought a lump to my throat - RIP Rik... PS. 'Believe Nothing' - brilliant, cruelly overlooked gem in the Rik Mayall canon, even if only 6 episodes were made
Not a fan of Football but a huge fan of Rik Mayall, Bought the song on ITunes just to try and get the song to Number 1. Cmon Guys this man deserves one final memorial.
I can't believe you twits in England had to be reminded about how awesome this thing is. It took one of my favorite Brits croaking at World Cup time to do it. RIP Rik.
@@charlieholton9073 It would be ton better than that bloody awful "It's coming home" that was so embarrassing in 1996 but which they actually revived in 2018 and again this year.
@@danieleyre8913 and again re-released in 2002, and there's a 2010 version featuring Russell Brand in the video. Baddiel is real fond of money. That songs a curse. I'm 46, I've hated it since 98. This year the Italians used it as inspiration to beat us in the final. I don't want to ever hear it again. This Rik Mayall number is gold. Flashheart had Plantagenet blood.
@@arthurballs9632 And the boche liked it enough back in 1996 when they sang it during their victory parade in Berlin to rub it in. You'd think that that alone would've buried it for good. But sadly it obviously didn't. Maybe David Baddiel likes the money from it being revived every time England qualifies for anything. Or maybe he just needs the money because he's pretty B-grade as a comedian and general entertainer. I mean let's be honest: Would you ever go out of your way to watch old episodes of "the Mary Whitehouse experience" like you might with (say) a Harry Enfield series, let alone part with your money to see them? Do you know anyone whose ever read one of his books let alone ever raved about it? P.S. I happen to be a distant descendent of Longshanks, which means that I have Plantagenet blood. Along with a few million other people hahaha...
Watching this on the final of the euro 2020! Come on you England! ❤ Bless you Rik!! May you rest in eternal peace and forever dream of the smashing blouses!
To the 6 of you that disliked. You're mad, he is an absolute legend. He's inspiring, amazing at comedy, was a great father and husband, he was one of the funniest people to live so I don't see how any body could dislike anything he is involved with!
I love this song, after listening to it ended up rereading Henry V and when I got to the part this song is based on, all I could hear was Rik Mayall's version in his voice.
This should have been the official England song four years ago; I'll be playing it all through Brazil 2014. Thanks Rik for a brilliant England track that stirs the emotions! COME ON ENGERLAND!
Im not even english and this is inspirational to me. A true comic genius. . . but when I see this, I think of what he could have done in dramatic acting. Rest in peace Rik. We will always love you.
Please everyone lets get this to number 1 for the official 2014 world cup song, Rik Mayall has given so many years of enjoyment, hilarity & pleasure to our nation, and we owe him this final GREAT send off by making his song our official number 1 World cup song! I'd like to think he will be looking down and see how much he was loved and appreciated. Please do it this for him :D
Rik Mayall was, and will continue to be, a comedy hero of mine. When I was little I watched Drop Dead Fred over and over, and as I got older I began watching the Young Ones, Filthy Rich & Catflap, Bottom, Comic Strip, The New Statesman, and the majority of his work. It would be a truly amazing tribute if we could get this to number one before kick off tomorrow. Rest in peace, Rik
Should make this official world cup song for England team...as mark of respect to a great servant of british and English comedy......not bad tune to be fair......RIP Rik.....love ya man :( xx
Rik mayall just makes you prouder to be English more than anything 🏴❤
Especially when he’s dressed as King Henry V!
Watch One by One. Take that pride to noble purposes.
Too true
Absofuckinglutely.
i cant believe how much i miss this guy, the world is not the same without Rik
God bless Rik Myall.
I was luckily enough to meet Rik Myall and the fact I was in this video (I’m the one in my school uniform) he was just as funny in person as seen on tv one of my best memories
It's not is it :( so many great people are leaving us :(
It is, actually.
We need his comedy now more than ever
Euro 2024... lets do it for Rik.
Come on you engerland ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ RIP you legend
@@TheSkamod72 make it number 1
This man was the very best miss this bastard 😔
Cant believe it has been 10 years since the great Rik passed away RIP to a true comedy legend
I know right! 10 years where's it all gone. I hope this song makes a feature on this euro's.
Wow ten years. What a great song to put on for our boys tomorrow, come on you England 🏴🦁🏴🦁🏴🦁
I'm Scottish and this is still epic. Come on England!
You are a true Scot! so fecking secure in your identity that you fear nothing, that's why most English wish to keep you in our joint union if you agree.
Never did a less than perfect performance in his whole life.
I'm a Scotsman through and through but this brought a tear to my eye. Wonderful.
The myth, the man, the legend. Rik Mayall. We miss you buddy 😢 but you are making heaven a fun place to be xx
Ten years since Rik's passing and England reach the Euro's final against Spain. Hopefully the lads can do it,that would be a fitting tribute to Rik. 🤞
Rik if you can here me somewhere. Thank you for recording this before you left us for good. I miss you so much 😔
Thank you Rik. A patriot
R.I.P Rik! Remind all those angels what smashing blouses they have on!
Nice 1 dean made me smile on a sad day
Its the Catholics I feel sorry for... She wont be blessed ever virgin for long
Noddy Mac haha bloody brilliant comment
Rik Mayall is a legend!!!!!
Love that. Will be missed x
RIP Rik, you bastard)0;
How is this not are official song for every tournament
Come on you England let’s beat Spain tomorrow,Rik’s spirit is looking down and saying “Come on you England” 🏴🦁🏴🦁🏴🦁
After hearing about his death today. The ending of this vid is fitting when he walks into the light 😢
RIP Rik, You will be deeply missed. Thank you for all of the laughter you gave us.
Came for the Mayall.
Stayed for the Mayall
You might want to re-phrase that (as Rik might say)
Why? ❤@@davidcounter4866
Love this, never heard it before. Can we get this to number one please everybody!? What a tribute that would be. RIP Rik. x
Re-release it as the world cup song at least? Would be a perfect tribute
Duncan jameson www.amazon.co.uk/Noble-England/dp/B003DHZNQ8/ref=zg_bs_digital-music-track_1
Duncan jameson it technically has. do your bit and it'll get to number 1. would be great to hear it being sung on the terraces.
How about now in 2018 you fruits?!
Well it came 7th in the UK charts in the year RM died which was a success at the time I think.
Rik Mayalls spirit for England manager.
When Rik walks into the light at the end... man.. them feels.
Underrated England football song
And today we are going to bring it back
Women's euro final today England v Germany 17.30 hrs hope we will all be watching. COME ON ENGLAND
Canadian here, loving the heritage, hoping England can rise and overcome
ITS COMING HOME!
I'm tearing up at the news of Rik's passing. I loved him
Me too and i dont mind admitting it grew up watching this man in everything he did gutted doesnt even come close
Best Man Ever
We’ll get in one of these years Rik.
Him walking into the light at the end bought a tear to my eyes, RIP Rik
Still miss Rik Mayall. He was truly one of the best. Most celebs die and I don’t care, and forget a week later, but Rik was special. How very unfair.
Wish this was still on Spotify.
My favourite England song simply for the LEGEND that is Rik Myall
Still cool as hell today. RIP Rik you B'Stard.
The St George part gave me shivers. Rik Mayall was something else. An absolute treasure. And no-one else even comes close. To his many, many fans, and to the legend himself, I salute you all. < 3
Goosebump galore 🏴
Ode to Rik Mayall - by Rob Spratt
I remember the 80's, when I was still in my teens
when four crazy students ignited our screens.
The show was The Young Ones. I simply adored it.
So funny and different, like nothing before it.
The stories were crazy, the characters insane,
a collection of misfits who lived in my brain.
There wasn't a playground, where the youth at the time,
weren't doing impressions or reciting the lines.
And like 'Cliff' before it, the key thing it did
was shock all the parents and delight all the kids.
The show was anarchic and it hit with such force,
that it redefined humour and changed history's course.
There was Vyvyan the punk who was completely insane,
a violent psychotic, who had a girl's name.
A loony tunes cartoon, always having fits,
and whose solution to all was to smash it to bits.
And then there was Neil, the one who dug graves.
The peace-loving hippy, abused like a slave.
He'd cook for them all - chickpeas or lentils,
and he found it quite heavy in a house full of mentals.
And what about Mike? So chilled, suave, yet so shady.
He fancied himself as one for the ladies.
He was always so cool, wearing shades was his norm,
with his laid-back persona, he was the calm in the storm.
And so on to Rik, who looked up to Mike.
But Rik was the housemate that nobody liked.
He was shallow and childlike, his tantrums unreal,
always fighting with Vyv or else picking on Neil.
Rik was deluded, and thought he was great,
but to everyone else was a figure of hate.
The self-proclaimed poet, who 'spoke for the youth',
but to say he spoke rubbish was nearer the truth.
Oh how I loved the look on Rik's face
when he thought he'd put someone back in their place.
His hands on his hips, all Rigsby-style
snorting, gaffawing; the self-satisfied smile.
The others just scoffed at his pompous pretensions
and ignored him whenever he demanded attention.
Frustrated and angry, didn't know what to do,
that was our Rik, the rebel with no clue.
So, many years later, it's all in the past.
Did they know at the time they'd made something to last?
Something important, a stand-out by far,
that would affect our culture and the way that we are?
Thank you to Rik, Chris, Nigel and Ade
for being the Young Ones and the parts that you played.
To some it may seem that you were just being daft
but no doubt in my mind, masters of your craft.
And thank you to Lise and Ben and to Rik
for writing what is, a true Brit classic.
Of course they all went on to do far more besides
But The Young Ones was really where they hit their stride.
So, it's thirty years on, and out of the blue,
the TV and web were alive with the news
that something had happened, so sudden, so quick;
the nation lost a hero, a hero called Rik.
I never imagined the pain that I'd feel.
The shock hit me hard, still can't believe that it's real.
I don't know why, I can't explain,
why I've cried so much since and felt so much pain.
I guess I loved Rik more than I even knew.
It's like a part of me has been snatched away, too.
I keep watching re-runs of the things he was in,
and keep thinking of Barbara and all of his kin.
And when the kids ask why the adults are crying
The adults will say "because inside we're dying"
"Someone we loved, a man we adored,
the 'people's poet', is sadly no more".
But one thing's for certain, it's since become clear
That Rik was a man that his country held dear.
I feel happier knowing that, and it's now a safe bet;
the noble Englishman, Rik, we will never forget.
Rik, ask us again, "hands up who likes me"
and watch millions go up, just so you can see
you were always right, that you always knew
just how much love would come back at you.
Now you're standing wild-eyed at the gates of heaven,
And they've heard the bad news has been turned up to eleven.
"Flashheart's arrived!" and while mulling your fate
God's voice booms, "Bastards! Open that gate!"
RIP Rik Mayall
1958 - 2014
That was very beautiful, thank you for sharing. The bad news being turned up to eleven line made me smile for the first time in what feels like forever.
***** Cheers buddy. I share the feeling of not being able to smile for a while :(
God bless you :)
Nicely done Mate!
Robert Spratt so true! When I was staying in England back 85 I saw this anarchical comedy! And I was just great! It gave me a kick -and still after 30 years! I have to laugh! ... very sad ... sad but its the way we all must go ones!
miss Rik greatly. RIP.
The end where he walked into the light is so fitting. RIP Rik
Best chorus ever. Dare i say beats “football’s coming home”?
Simon Clark much better more hearfelt the poem is amazing from rik
You're joking aren't ya?
Of course it is. I wish they revived this and just buried that David Baddiel crap forever.
2021 and England are in the 2020 Euro finals this is it. #itscominghome 🏴
A WIN FOR ENGLAND AND SAINT GEORGE!
Can't believe he's gone. It still sucks just as much. He was one of a kind. Ade is great as well but Rik was really a one of a kind you'll never have again.
Agreed totally.
I would love to see him reading the speech from Shakespeare's Henry V. Genuinely one of the best and most emphatic performances of this speech I've ever seen, and it's only a parody! Rik gave his all, and his talent far surpassed that of a mere comedian
You will never be forgotten Rik.
it's coming home 2018. RIP Rik.
invisiblekid99 aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaand its gone
see you in two years then!
invisiblekid99 see you then pal
Still watching in 2015
Rik you absolute legend !
+Jack Lowe still watching in 2016
Rik you double legend
What a legend. Come on England. It’s coming home.
Can’t believe it’s been 4 years since we lost a comedy legend RIP rik mayall xxxx
My favourite comedian of all time and then he writes the best poem in the world
He didn't write it. It's shakespeare
England euro 2021 ...RIP Rik one of the greatest comedians ever to walk this earth🧡💛💙
RIP RIK ❤️
I am dutch, and 63 years old. But i have to cry when i see him on my Dvd'sI miss him so much!
I'm not English but this does stir the heart for greater things! RIP Rik you were great!
I know many have said this already, but this should be the song as a tribute to England and Rik Mayall. We'll miss you, Rik :(
I'm italian and a huge fan of Rik, now people of England support your team for him and for his passion
We will :D
RsBerzerkaVG OMG the first match is between England and Italy..... why Rik, why did you put me in this fairy position?
Ettore Baldassarre Ha-ha. Rik is a funny guy :D (Oh wait.. :'( Tears Alert!) - Was*
RsBerzerkaVG We've managed to do it :D - It's #15 in ITunes
Just bought it on Amazon. Let's make it number 1 !!
R.I.P. to a crazy, funny legendary British comedy icon.
I feel sorry for you, you zeros, you nobodies. What's going to live on after you die? Nothing, that's what! This house will become a shrine! And punks and skins and Rastas will all gather round and all hold their hands in sorrow for their fallen leader! And all the grown-ups will say, 'But why are the kids crying?' And the kids will say, 'Haven't you heard? Rick is dead! The People's Poet is dead!' ... And then one particularly sensitive and articulate teenager will say, 'Why kids, do you understand nothing? How can Rick be dead when we still have his poems?'"
Cheers for reminding me of this classic Ri(c)k monologue, a timely quote if ever there was one! Hilarious and poignant at the same time, call me a sentimental fool but the end of this video and of this quote brought a lump to my throat - RIP Rik...
PS. 'Believe Nothing' - brilliant, cruelly overlooked gem in the Rik Mayall canon, even if only 6 episodes were made
Thank you for reminding me of his best work
you forgot the rasp at the end, so funny
Love you always Rik x x
First comment in four years, first semi-final in eighteen years, do it for Rik
2024 anyone? :) R.I.P Rik, Legend
Rewatching this on a loop. Love Rik. Love this epic cheer.
R.I.P. Rik Mayall.
Not a fan of Football but a huge fan of Rik Mayall, Bought the song on ITunes just to try and get the song to Number 1. Cmon Guys this man deserves one final memorial.
Make it number 1 2024 cmoooooon England 🏴
I can't believe you twits in England had to be reminded about how awesome this thing is. It took one of my favorite Brits croaking at World Cup time to do it.
RIP Rik.
Can't believe it has been a year without this man already what a legend he was R.I.P you noble englishman !
this needs a new release!!! brilliant
Agreed maybe for the Euro 2020 championship
@@charlieholton9073 It would be ton better than that bloody awful "It's coming home" that was so embarrassing in 1996 but which they actually revived in 2018 and again this year.
@@danieleyre8913 Totally agree it’s awful always hated it this tune has far more substance and feeling behind it
@@danieleyre8913 and again re-released in 2002, and there's a 2010 version featuring Russell Brand in the video.
Baddiel is real fond of money.
That songs a curse. I'm 46, I've hated it since 98. This year the Italians used it as inspiration to beat us in the final.
I don't want to ever hear it again.
This Rik Mayall number is gold. Flashheart had Plantagenet blood.
@@arthurballs9632 And the boche liked it enough back in 1996 when they sang it during their victory parade in Berlin to rub it in. You'd think that that alone would've buried it for good. But sadly it obviously didn't.
Maybe David Baddiel likes the money from it being revived every time England qualifies for anything. Or maybe he just needs the money because he's pretty B-grade as a comedian and general entertainer. I mean let's be honest: Would you ever go out of your way to watch old episodes of "the Mary Whitehouse experience" like you might with (say) a Harry Enfield series, let alone part with your money to see them? Do you know anyone whose ever read one of his books let alone ever raved about it?
P.S. I happen to be a distant descendent of Longshanks, which means that I have Plantagenet blood. Along with a few million other people hahaha...
RIP Rik. Miss you mad already. I want you remembered with this at number 1.
Watching this on the final of the euro 2020! Come on you England! ❤ Bless you Rik!! May you rest in eternal peace and forever dream of the smashing blouses!
Respect to Rik - you were an utter legend mate RIP - Now lets get this to No1 this week!
BE WITH US THIS WORLD CUP RIK, ITS COMING HOME LADS
Big Al Sorry man...
Salvatore Cuomo
Best team in years, we'll be back
Still a banger!!
I can imagine the chorus being sung by fans at a match! Also, I like the speech to rally the players!
p.s. check out my own England fan song. Come on!
Love this. Rip Richie
To the 6 of you that disliked. You're mad, he is an absolute legend. He's inspiring, amazing at comedy, was a great father and husband, he was one of the funniest people to live so I don't see how any body could dislike anything he is involved with!
Not a english man, but this song send shiver through my spine... RIP Mayall, you will be missed! Once more...repeat this song.
I love this song, after listening to it ended up rereading Henry V and when I got to the part this song is based on, all I could hear was Rik Mayall's version in his voice.
This should have been the official England song four years ago; I'll be playing it all through Brazil 2014. Thanks Rik for a brilliant England track that stirs the emotions!
COME ON ENGERLAND!
Im not even english and this is inspirational to me. A true comic genius. . . but when I see this, I think of what he could have done in dramatic acting. Rest in peace Rik. We will always love you.
Let's get this to no.1 in the charts people! This would be great to mark such a sad passing of rik. RIP man this is great :)
Love this song. Never hear radio playing this tho
This song is realy good what a great tribute to RIK Mayall he will be missed RIP Mate xx
Please everyone lets get this to number 1 for the official 2014 world cup song, Rik Mayall has given so many years of enjoyment, hilarity & pleasure to our nation, and we owe him this final GREAT send off by making his song our official number 1 World cup song! I'd like to think he will be looking down and see how much he was loved and appreciated. Please do it this for him :D
it's gone to number 1 on the amazon pop charts already and yes i downloaded one too.
Rip Rik.... best comedian ever... miss you everyday
Rik Mayall was, and will continue to be, a comedy hero of mine. When I was little I watched Drop Dead Fred over and over, and as I got older I began watching the Young Ones, Filthy Rich & Catflap, Bottom, Comic Strip, The New Statesman, and the majority of his work. It would be a truly amazing tribute if we could get this to number one before kick off tomorrow. Rest in peace, Rik
Oh Rik we all miss you so much 😭 by far the best song definitely worth number 1 if we win the world cup! It's coming home!!!
RIP Rik thanks for the memories get this to number 1 guys !!!
Should be the national anthem.
Rest in peace rik
A true English man always comes back to this
I'm an Aussie who keeps returning because I love Rik
Need this number one for world cup!!!!
Should make this official world cup song for England team...as mark of respect to a great servant of british and English comedy......not bad tune to be fair......RIP Rik.....love ya man :( xx
Rick was a legend and his legend will still live on forever ^_^
Listening in 2020 ?
Miss you Rik. Miss you Flash. Miss you Alan.
RIP Rik Mayall A comic legend through and through we all still miss you xx
COME ON YOU ENGLAND! Rick Mayall, Rest in Peace you noble Englishman!
This should be played every time england have a match, at the stadiums and on the BBC etc. it needs to be heard!
They need to play this on England's first game in Brazil. R.I.P Rik :'(
R.I.P Rik Mayall legend this song is amazing hoping it goes to number one