I used to think Cillian Murphy would be perfect to play David Byrne, but he already decided to be in another movie about life during wartime where a gifted genius unleashes an absolute bomb on the world.
He really would be the perfect actor to play David Byrne! Similarly, Pauly Shore bears an uncanny resemblance to Richard Simmons and was trying to play him in a biopic which would have been hilarious and amazing 😂
I generally hate co-ordinated dance routines, they makes me think of boy bands, girl bands and bad 1980's pop music videos. This, though, is one of the most epic things ever filmed, and is incredibly addictive. I've been drawn back to this for decades.
What makes this so captivating is the visuals coupled and upbeat funky sound then coupled with the dark lyrical content that he turned into a story. It shouldn’t go together but yet it does.
I have that feeling too from time to time. David Byrne being all dAvId, 40 years before DEI was a twinkle in any rock star's eye. It's just...well..magnificent.
@@MegaKillerwatt This Must Be The Place has been my favourite song since the first day I listened to it in 2016. I heard and saw the live a couple years after and it melted me all over again and that is now my favourite out of the two. Very small changes like the female harmonies that just adds so much to the song.
Such energy, there is nothing like this band literally gave everything and left nothing on the stage, certainly once seen, heard and felt never forgotten ❤❤❤
It just makes me so happy watching this. The dancing, everyone’s dancing, the fun nature of the song, and the fact that every musician is just brilliant. Amazing stuff.
I'd say this is supposed to be perceived with less fun and more anxiety. I think the running and movement is supposed to make you think about what groups like the ones mentioned in the song go through / feel.
Every time I hear a Talking Heads song or just come across one, my first image that comes to my mind is the over sized suit he wore live. It was always a pleasure live watching these outstanding performers. They made music an actual art not simply something to listen to. David Bryne was a musical genius. All their music still makes sense today, if you sit and just listen to it. Today's music doesn't make sense.
Add me to the lucky list of those who saw them on this tour. Red Rocks for me. We were up high ish in the crowd. Still have the visual of the band and the many thousands of us all bouncing up and down in rhythm under the night sky. Never danced so long and so hard ever. I don’t even remember being tired we were all so pumped up and joyful.
I saw them on this tour also in Berkeley at the Greek Theater. Absolutely amazing! I've seen many great concerts but I do believe this is the best one I ever experienced.
Any performance that involves little Tina Weymouth jumping up and down strapped to a 10,000 lb. bass guitar and David Byrne doing the Funky Chicken gets my vote all day long.
I had such an enormous crush on her when I was in high school. She was a terrific bass player. Not in the league of Entwhistle, Geddy Lee, or Bootsie, but she was just very good. Plus, she added a sexiness to the band that they lacked. This was a nerd band, but then here was this blonde pixie who could slap down a beat real hard. She was the band chick you wanted, who was a little weird and dangerous too. She never tried taking the spotlight from Byrne, but they always had her right out front. They knew she was a draw.
I did! On this tour, Stop Making Sense, in '81. I was too young to realize most concerts would not be full-on productions like this. Really enjoyed the re-release of the movie a few weeks ago! 💜😍💜
Man, the energy in the room, you can almost see it! Also, he doesn't sound at all out of breath with his performance, incredible, the whole group on stage. That must have been a memorable experience for those who were present!
David Byrne is so wild and crazy, in the best way possible & yup, that’s aerobic, there will never be another Talking Heads, they were so cerebral.❤❤❤❤
I just came across this and what a great all action performance this is. I love the sound and the performances. What about Dave's dancing. It was uniquely brilliant.
@@NicholasSeamans - I disagree, it's predominantly plastic, pre-fabricated, formulaic garbage or lazy, sampled clips that are clumsily hacked together without the skill of writing or composition. It's lazy to accept THAT as "music".
@@StonyRC Off the top of my head I can rattle artists that are contemparary, or just released new/contemparary music. Kamasi Washington, Beth Gibbons, The Smile, Ka, Billy Woods, Stereo Lab, Marysia Osu, Nala Sinephro, The Cinematic Orchestra, The Bug, Amon Tobin, Floating Points. That's everything from singer songwriter music to experimental jazz, to alternative, to down-tempo, to experimental electronic music. The Cinematic Orchestra has played in philharmonic concert halls, Kamasi Washington released a 3 hour jazz album, Beth Gibbons reflects on mortality and old age, Amon Tobin combines sound foley/jazz/latin, Nala Sinephro plays piano/harp/modular synthesizers. Sure none of these artists are on the radio but Talking Heads were very much in the same boat before the 80's. I purposely included music that will challenge you here. Nostalgia is just a socially acceptable form of depression.
i haven`t watched stop making sense since it came out. blown away by this song and thinking of the people in Ukraine, Gazza, Lebanon and anywhere else in the world where there is war
There is nothing like getting your work-out at work. Lots of cardio in this video! The Talking Heads were much better than some realized.... David B. is a madman!!!! These guys are good.......... DAMN what a show!!! 1
@@coyote520 I feel sorry for you if insulting people's tastes and experiences makes you feel good about yourself. I was at Live Aid. I have seen The Who, Led Zepplin, Grateful Dead, Jethro Tull, and many legends. This year I have seen Kenny Wayne Sheppard (Great Show), Acoustic Alchemy, Beat (Look show up, also a great show), Tedeschi Trucks Band, Tab Benoit, Sugaray Rayford, Tensley Ellis, Shemekia Copelad, Joane Taylor Shaw, and Gary Hoey at all paid concerts. Sorry if I still rank an incredibly show where the audience danced through, I had a great date and a keg next to me and thought the show was great. What is the best show you have ever seen. I am sure I can insult it too.
@@aperson5062 i am a musician, and I respect TALENT. David Byrne has ZERO talent. He is a horrible singer, an obnoxious dancer, and his lyrics are garbage. I suspect you like crap like Drake as well, if you think this imbecile is any good.
The guy not only can sing and entertain but his Aerobic skills are awesome ...giving Aerobic lessons with his crew in the middle of the show is beyond my comprehension
Miss you...!!!...youre energy,and all the band........!!!..It was amazing,. playing,and following the rithym....!!!! Byrned and talkings......for ever ❤....
@@rickmartin8262 And her "surprise" is an act in itself. She's seen it all before, knows what's coming, but her apparent surprise adds to the theater of the moment.
My world history teacher in high school used to play this song and have the video on the projector before class started. Lol Hope all is well Mr. Orchard.
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I used to think Cillian Murphy would be perfect to play David Byrne, but he already decided to be in another movie about life during wartime where a gifted genius unleashes an absolute bomb on the world.
He really would be the perfect actor to play David Byrne! Similarly, Pauly Shore bears an uncanny resemblance to Richard Simmons and was trying to play him in a biopic which would have been hilarious and amazing 😂
@@BigWahly23
The Estate of Richard Simmons is contacting Pauly Shore right now !!
who would you get to play Tina Weymouth? edit - may I suggest Carey Mulligan
No danger He's Scottish so if it did come to the big screen the one and only David went he's even got the same first name
I too, just became obsessed with this idea. It is after his heart. I'll drink to it
Extremely difficult to sing while performing this way. Incredible.
How ya think Tina get them legs?
Can’t imagine running in place let alone singing and playing an instrument
Excellent cardio
@@RideAcrossTheRiver she was running away from IKE 😳
@@CWBush73 I would be exhausted..............🤩
this is the single best live performance of anything ever. it is unfathomable how they pulled off this whole show.
Coke in the 80s
One night I watched the whole thing. It's pretty amazing and the footage of the spectators leaving is fun. They all witnessed history that night.
You need to get out more.
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@@thomcarr7021yeah he needs to get out until he has all the exact same opinions as you.
You could argue this is the best live performance of anything ever
You could argue that, but instead, you could just say "This is fricken amazing!" and then you wouldn't have to argue.
One of. There are just too many fantastic performances to argue whats the best ever.
no argument here. none better.
🤓 and , perhaps , it could be argued that You have lived a sheltered life .
long season - fishmans. live at akasaka blits. will change your life
There's a certain level of appreciation you find for art when discovering The Talking Heads
Full aerobics while playing and singing. Respect.
I would be exhausted.............🤩
All that would come through the speakers from me is "Call the squad ! "
I generally hate co-ordinated dance routines, they makes me think of boy bands, girl bands and bad 1980's pop music videos. This, though, is one of the most epic things ever filmed, and is incredibly addictive. I've been drawn back to this for decades.
Motown did it right. Man Bands.
Sorry for you that you know those other genres so well.
What makes this so captivating is the visuals coupled and upbeat funky sound then coupled with the dark lyrical content that he turned into a story.
It shouldn’t go together but yet it does.
Great for the acid trip
After much reflection, this is the greatest 6 minutes in human history.
fantastic song this dude was super fit and im not hi anymore as l was when it first came out
I have that feeling too from time to time. David Byrne being all dAvId, 40 years before DEI was a twinkle in any rock star's eye. It's just...well..magnificent.
Sagan missed sending this song BY, THIS, MUCH!
I have reflected upon your reflection and found it to be correct.
@@rickmartin8262 Playing it nonstop for the past 2 days confirms your reflection.
How adorable are the two backup dancers
I was thinking the same thing!
Ex parliament funkadelic singers
Love their energy
@@richardbranton7396 Really? Man, way back in the day, I really really loved those girls. I'm 50 ish now, but back in the 80s...my god.
@stephenfleming8030 yes ,one is Lynn Mabry also of the Brides of Funkenstein,also Bernie Worrell of PFunk on the keys
The rare time the live version is better.
But holy moly is it actually better.
The best bands are always better live.
Dave Matthews Band blows me away live
if you see a great live band they are great...
It's the entire "Stop making sense" live album that is Holy Moly better.
@@MegaKillerwatt This Must Be The Place has been my favourite song since the first day I listened to it in 2016. I heard and saw the live a couple years after and it melted me all over again and that is now my favourite out of the two. Very small changes like the female harmonies that just adds so much to the song.
That dance should be in the museum of modern art
This looks like the greatest jazzercise class of all time
Hahah
People like David Byrne, Nick Cave, David Bowie - it's pure art
That room was absolutely rrrrocking. What a band, and what a performance.
This my friends, is a BANGER.
Such energy, there is nothing like this band literally gave everything and left nothing on the stage, certainly once seen, heard and felt never forgotten ❤❤❤
This Performance Takes Energy to Another level. FANTASTIC !
I'm exhausted watching it.
@@saradecapua3264same here but what a Gig 😊
It just makes me so happy watching this. The dancing, everyone’s dancing, the fun nature of the song, and the fact that every musician is just brilliant. Amazing stuff.
The song is pretty grim
I'd say this is supposed to be perceived with less fun and more anxiety. I think the running and movement is supposed to make you think about what groups like the ones mentioned in the song go through / feel.
@@mattheweagle223 It's happy grim. Makes ya feel good.
@@HungryH1951 lol
This is one of the best things I've ever seen and heard in my life.
Every time I hear a Talking Heads song or just come across one, my first image that comes to my mind is the over sized suit he wore live. It was always a pleasure live watching these outstanding performers. They made music an actual art not simply something to listen to. David Bryne was a musical genius. All their music still makes sense today, if you sit and just listen to it. Today's music doesn't make sense.
Add me to the lucky list of those who saw them on this tour. Red Rocks for me. We were up high ish in the crowd. Still have the visual of the band and the many thousands of us all bouncing up and down in rhythm under the night sky. Never danced so long and so hard ever. I don’t even remember being tired we were all so pumped up and joyful.
I saw them on this tour also in Berkeley at the Greek Theater. Absolutely amazing! I've seen many great concerts but I do believe this is the best one I ever experienced.
SO LUCKYYYYYYY
I always lose it as soon as he takes off running 😂 Absolutely mind boggling performance!
Any performance that involves little Tina Weymouth jumping up and down strapped to a 10,000 lb. bass guitar and David Byrne doing the Funky Chicken gets my vote all day long.
I had such an enormous crush on her when I was in high school. She was a terrific bass player. Not in the league of Entwhistle, Geddy Lee, or Bootsie, but she was just very good. Plus, she added a sexiness to the band that they lacked. This was a nerd band, but then here was this blonde pixie who could slap down a beat real hard. She was the band chick you wanted, who was a little weird and dangerous too. She never tried taking the spotlight from Byrne, but they always had her right out front. They knew she was a draw.
Martina Weymouth and Kathy Valentine an have my soul at will
She is a hottie
That’s a hollow body bass that’s weighs about 5-7 pounds
Not sure why there are not that many likes…. I watch this video all the time, never disappointed. This is OUTSTANDING!!
Lo mismo opino
Maybe it's the name of the person who posted it. "Forced coitus, really?
Another version out there was posted 15 years ago.
No one has ever tried to replicate this performance in the past 40 years …
I am so envious of the audience to who got to see it. What a performance.
Pure ioooooo 😢😢😢😢
The movie was filmed from 3 shows on consecutive nights in Hollywood in 1983. I was there all 3 nights and it was just as awesome as you imagine.
This is what a band that believes in what they are doing looks like
David Byrne is the David Lynch of music.
this is the definition of performing art.
I am very impressed at what good physical shape these performers are in. They are doing an aerobics routine !
It is a very appropriate song for these times we are living through . This ain't no party ,this ain't no disco this ain't no fooling around!
Wow I know! I really feel it too
Me too!
Can you imagine if you had the good fortune to have witnessed this performance in person! 🤩
The only 80s band that I could tolerate.
I did! On this tour, Stop Making Sense, in '81. I was too young to realize most concerts would not be full-on productions like this. Really enjoyed the re-release of the movie a few weeks ago! 💜😍💜
Someone please sign cillian murphy up for a david byrne biopic
Pleaseeeee someone
No
More
Biopics
Dude wtf! Your so right man! Wow I never even recognize the likeness, your so right 😅
"Mr. Byrne, your opinion on Cillian Murphy being casted as you in the upcoming Talking Heads biopic?"
"I'll tell you later."
I don't think Cillian is a real song-and-dance guy
6:00 oh yeah, uh, how did I get here? where is my beautiful wife? my large automobile?
The worlds greatest aerobic class video.
I saw this in fall 1983. Still one of the best shows ever and I go to a lot of concerts🥰
Guitarist Tina Waymouth is the daughter of 3 star Vice Admiral Ralph Waymouth, a highly decorated Pacific Theatre WWII Naval Aviator.
*bassist
He also died fairly recently (2020) at the legendary age of 102.
So?
@@janeflip1 If he was killed, no Talking Heads rock band 😔
@@shoofly529hehe
I love the Talking Heads. First time I have seen them preform.
He probably burned 4,000 calories in this scene
does coke have calories?
He's got some groceries, some peanut butter, to last a couple of days👍
At least!
He didn’t just burn those calories, he fucking Byrned them
He doesn't look like he's got 4000 calories to burn
Man, the energy in the room, you can almost see it! Also, he doesn't sound at all out of breath with his performance, incredible, the whole group on stage. That must have been a memorable experience for those who were present!
It's one thing to have great songs (which they do), but it's a whole different deal if you can actually entertain. This is next level stuff.
"Does anybody have any questions?" Uh, nope, none from me, David, thanks.
Can you guys play more?
How fast do you run 5km?
this song could legitimately last forever and i dont think anyone would notice
Groove is locked 🔒tighter than a nuns cooter
This is beyond amazing! David Byrne is much more than a wonderful artist. He is also a fantastic athlete.🥰🥰🏃🏃
I'm going to start dancing like this at parties.
A different time in music that I miss tremendously.
David Byrne is so wild and crazy, in the best way possible & yup, that’s aerobic, there will never be another Talking Heads, they were so cerebral.❤❤❤❤
This video should be required viewing for everyone under the ager of 30. No, make that 40. An absolute bloody classic.
what does age have to do with it?
❤❤❤ABSOLUTELY
Now go watch Talking Heads Live in Rome. It's got the Belew lineup and is killer.
The people in this video are not bourgeois
Bourgeois people don't need this
Best live concert video, ever. 🙏✌️🤘🥁🇦🇺
Nobody writes better about our modern times than David Byrne.
I just came across this and what a great all action performance this is. I love the sound and the performances. What about Dave's dancing. It was uniquely brilliant.
3:09 love his dance around microphone 😅🤪
Never realized how fun this song is
God, I miss the 80s and 70s!
As perfect a live experience as you could want....
How are they singing so well while doing that??? Truly incredible.
Back then, we had NO IDEA how lucky we were to have such epic music from Talking Heads. I weep for the slurry that pretends to be music today.
De acuerdo con usted.
Un saludo cordial desde chile de un colombiano
It's not that music is bad now, your just lazy
@@NicholasSeamans - I disagree, it's predominantly plastic, pre-fabricated, formulaic garbage or lazy, sampled clips that are clumsily hacked together without the skill of writing or composition. It's lazy to accept THAT as "music".
@@yezithdalbertotobonmunoz1931 - Hey there from the UK. Greetings back to you.
@@StonyRC Off the top of my head I can rattle artists that are contemparary, or just released new/contemparary music. Kamasi Washington, Beth Gibbons, The Smile, Ka, Billy Woods, Stereo Lab, Marysia Osu, Nala Sinephro, The Cinematic Orchestra, The Bug, Amon Tobin, Floating Points. That's everything from singer songwriter music to experimental jazz, to alternative, to down-tempo, to experimental electronic music. The Cinematic Orchestra has played in philharmonic concert halls, Kamasi Washington released a 3 hour jazz album, Beth Gibbons reflects on mortality and old age, Amon Tobin combines sound foley/jazz/latin, Nala Sinephro plays piano/harp/modular synthesizers. Sure none of these artists are on the radio but Talking Heads were very much in the same boat before the 80's. I purposely included music that will challenge you here. Nostalgia is just a socially acceptable form of depression.
Truly different...& good !
One concert I would have paid a lot of money to see. Great showmanship, dancing and music. Doesn't get any better.
I've seen them in Groningen Netherlands 1978. The ticket price was about 3 or 4$. A great concert
The energy in this show is fantastic.😮
Chris and Tina have such a great great pocket going on.... just incredible groove there.
That's pure energy !
just noticed david saying "does anybody have any questions?" = genius
What a ridiculous band, mind blowing🤯
Nooo ridicola noooò !!!!strabiliante si
@@manuela-6998 When saying ridulous I mean they are amazing. Using words in english can be confusing but yrs they amazing.
Yesss/ pardon 😊😊😊😊
This performance is on par with queen at Wembley- simply outstanding ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
This is the best two.chord song on the planet.
The quality is amazing
Amazing. Epitome of art. Incredible cardio
The man showed some legit dance moves while singing.
Meanwhile most of us mortals can't even do either one 😂
1:38
Iconic as hell
The original yoinky sploinky
Not bad for a Scottish lad. So this is probably the best single song performance I've seen and I'm 70. Absolute pleasure.
i haven`t watched stop making sense since it came out. blown away by this song and thinking of the people in Ukraine, Gazza, Lebanon and anywhere else in the world where there is war
There is nothing like getting your work-out at work. Lots of cardio in this video! The Talking Heads were much better than some realized.... David B. is a madman!!!! These guys are good.......... DAMN what a show!!!
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I'm a death metal musician, and i love this performance! Hell yeah!!! 😂
I'm 71 and I love it. Good music is for all ages. I agree on 40. Beats the hell out of rap
Bien dices.
Un saludo cordial para usted
what rap have you actually listened to? Bit of a generalisation there.
There are better rap albums than Talking Heads albums lol. Don't put down other genres of music just cause you don't like them, boomer.
Saw this tour in Nashville in 1982. Probably the best concert I've ever seen.
I feel sorry for you, if this nonsense is the best you have ever seen.
@@coyote520 I feel sorry for you if insulting people's tastes and experiences makes you feel good about yourself. I was at Live Aid. I have seen The Who, Led Zepplin, Grateful Dead, Jethro Tull, and many legends. This year I have seen Kenny Wayne Sheppard (Great Show), Acoustic Alchemy, Beat (Look show up, also a great show), Tedeschi Trucks Band, Tab Benoit, Sugaray Rayford, Tensley Ellis, Shemekia Copelad, Joane Taylor Shaw, and Gary Hoey at all paid concerts. Sorry if I still rank an incredibly show where the audience danced through, I had a great date and a keg next to me and thought the show was great. What is the best show you have ever seen. I am sure I can insult it too.
@@aperson5062 i am a musician, and I respect TALENT. David Byrne has ZERO talent. He is a horrible singer, an obnoxious dancer, and his lyrics are garbage. I suspect you like crap like Drake as well, if you think this imbecile is any good.
@ youre a clown lmao
@coyote520 I am a singer and I can assure you David Byrne is not a bad singer by any definition of the word, but sure keep talking out of your ass
This is another work-out video!! No wonder David is SO thin!!!! I think all of them are having FUN!!!
Crazy that I listen to a lot of music and first time I hear this tune.....this thing packs a punch!!!!
Same here. Just now my 1st time hearing this.
I was stationed at Miramar Naval Air Station in San Diego from 82-84 and was able to see this concert. Best performance ever!
The moves bloody legendary 😍😍😍😍
the talking heads are one of those groups that take you by surprise how good they are
Why do I STILL love Talking Heads??? I just DO!
The guy not only can sing and entertain but his Aerobic skills are awesome ...giving Aerobic lessons with his crew in the middle of the show is beyond my comprehension
i am never gonna feel tired listening to this
Never saw this, but MAN this performance is SCREAMING GOOD!!
The energy. What a band
all time classic. never beaten. gets less press, yet superlative
This will always be my favorite performance 🖤
Had no idea Cillean Murphy sang in Talking Heads!
😢 Cillian*
@@cahillgregChillin’
Vu en concert à Bruxelles...il ya. 44 ans!!! Splendide!!
This was a proper good concert man, one of the best on video
Miss you...!!!...youre energy,and all the band........!!!..It was amazing,. playing,and following the rithym....!!!! Byrned and talkings......for ever ❤....
The. Absolute. GENIUS.
BEST. EVER.
They look like they’re having a ball! What a band, what a concert movie!
watched this last night, yet again . MASTERPIECE
I love this video, my best friend Jim Sharp loved this. R
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It never gets old. Just brilliant!
This is absolutely spectacular. I love it.
3:12 Tina be like:I don't know what he's doing but it looks cool.
I love her expressions. She often seemed to be surprised and entertained by David.
@@rickmartin8262 And her "surprise" is an act in itself. She's seen it all before, knows what's coming, but her apparent surprise adds to the theater of the moment.
My world history teacher in high school used to play this song and have the video on the projector before class started. Lol
Hope all is well Mr. Orchard.
Yep ….. my childhood was filled with moments like these. Thanks mom n dad