Peace on Earth/Little Drummer Boy with Will Ferrell & John C. Reilly

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  • Опубликовано: 5 фев 2025
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    David Bowie (Will Ferrell) visits Bing Crosby (John C. Reilly) during the holidays to sing a duet of two Christmas classics, Peace on Earth & The Little Drummer Boy.
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  • @JamminPalmer
    @JamminPalmer 5 лет назад +2049

    It's good to see a small company like prestige worldwide make such an impact.

    • @AlexHorvath
      @AlexHorvath 5 лет назад +22

      Who knew that Will could sing? Or is this dubbed? Either way, a nice homage to the original clip.

    • @dagaybrucewayne
      @dagaybrucewayne 5 лет назад +19

      @Cory Thompson fergie and jesus

    • @UnicowBoySlots
      @UnicowBoySlots 5 лет назад +26

      Boats and Hoes!

    • @thezachmarsh
      @thezachmarsh 4 года назад +6

      Well, a lot of people consider me small and prestigious.

    • @bitlikethat
      @bitlikethat 4 года назад +8

      Alex Horvath will can sing

  • @craftsgalore5905
    @craftsgalore5905 4 года назад +908

    Two comedians with really excellent singing voices, re-enacting a Christmas duet by two singing legends.... well done!

    • @georgecollison9880
      @georgecollison9880 4 года назад +20

      The comedians are only mouthing the words, those are the original voices.

    • @Bobo34597
      @Bobo34597 4 года назад +59

      No they are not.

    • @amaliagrassi6870
      @amaliagrassi6870 4 года назад +78

      @@georgecollison9880 Wow. I'm stunned you can't discern the unique tone of David Bowie. This is not the original vocals. It is the two comedians singing.

    • @erinlarge5649
      @erinlarge5649 4 года назад +30

      @@amaliagrassi6870 They are doing an amazing job of their own merit. I didnt realize either of them could sing.

    • @amaliagrassi6870
      @amaliagrassi6870 4 года назад +26

      @@erinlarge5649 Nor did I. I know Will Farrell from the film Elf, one of my fave Xmas movies. I had no clue he could sing and after seeing this, did some searches on the net. What a voice he has. And they did this video so beautifully.

  • @RealKatLikeme23
    @RealKatLikeme23 2 года назад +530

    This is actually really really well done. They did such a great job in honoring both phenomenal voice artists ❤

    • @PickeringSamuel
      @PickeringSamuel Год назад +24

      With a slight bit of passive aggressiveness

    • @TylerChesnie
      @TylerChesnie Год назад +2

      @@PickeringSamuelSt

    • @edp3202
      @edp3202 Год назад +2

      ​@@PickeringSamuel💯😅

    • @truthfirst9488
      @truthfirst9488 Год назад +3

      Hehe yes I was waiting for one of thrm to literally crack up laughing …..is this their voices??? It’s amazing actually

    • @edp3202
      @edp3202 Год назад +5

      @@truthfirst9488 it's their real voices. They were in choruses growing up.

  • @rightyouareken7587
    @rightyouareken7587 4 года назад +1098

    Can’t believe this has been out for 10 years and I just discovered it today

    • @nicomausmusic7190
      @nicomausmusic7190 4 года назад +15

      Same here. Merry Christmas

    • @darrenbrennan7679
      @darrenbrennan7679 4 года назад +8

      @@nicomausmusic7190 Me three. Merry Christmas.

    • @SpotWorksLNC
      @SpotWorksLNC 4 года назад +8

      Me too

    • @915rm
      @915rm 4 года назад +7

      Four me too!

    • @shanedavis6932
      @shanedavis6932 4 года назад +8

      This has been out 10 years, and I'm just discovering this now?

  • @MoonwalkReverse
    @MoonwalkReverse 11 лет назад +665

    They kept it tasteful and respectful, yet at the same time, they made it their own. Very well done between these two.

    • @caughtstitching9901
      @caughtstitching9901 5 лет назад +9

      Respectfully funny, couldn't stop laughing😀😀😀

    • @johnbaker5717
      @johnbaker5717 5 лет назад +25

      You do realize it's a copy take-for-take of Bing and Bowie, right?

    • @shewmonohoto
      @shewmonohoto 5 лет назад +13

      @Crap The end may not have actually happened like that, but it it would have been absolutely in character, for both of them...

    • @mariomanningfan
      @mariomanningfan 5 лет назад

      @@shewmonohoto no doubt.

    • @rachel-in-the-208
      @rachel-in-the-208 3 года назад +5

      @@johnbaker5717 It was not “take for take” ... for instance, in the original they did not shake hands so aggressively. A lot was open to interpretation for comedy. Maybe you should watch a side by side for comparison

  • @kruger-3522
    @kruger-3522 Год назад +213

    You have to watch the real original version to just appreciate how well done this really was. Genius

  • @martybowen1
    @martybowen1 4 года назад +381

    This may have been conceived as a comedy skit however it is actually a pretty good tribute to the original. I remember when the original aired on the Bing Crosby Christmas special. It was considered an extraordinary occurrence for these two total opposites and very well received!! I was a kid and knew I was seeing something amazing!!

    • @raygordonteacheschess5501
      @raygordonteacheschess5501 Год назад +26

      The lack of comedy is the comedy.

    • @timowalker24
      @timowalker24 Месяц назад +4

      Pretty good??? This is REALLY good!!! Both did an awesome job….

    • @Spacebird321
      @Spacebird321 Месяц назад +1

      I don't think it was ever envisioned as a comedy piece...only at the very end which was okay !!

  • @AlphaZaius67
    @AlphaZaius67 Год назад +25

    Every time I hear the original, I’m now going to visualize this. Thanks guys.

  • @stephaniecripe6873
    @stephaniecripe6873 Год назад +60

    The original of this is one of my favorite Christmas songs. I absolutely love David Bowie and Bing Crosby❤️

  • @marterisher2335
    @marterisher2335 Год назад +21

    Have you ever seen this? I haven’t … until now. Surprisingly good!! Merry Christmas!!!🎄

  • @fritzfxx
    @fritzfxx 2 года назад +214

    I always knew John C Reilly was a legitimately legendary actor ... but that British/Bowie accent on Ferrell was shockingly accurate too

    • @VKNGofficial
      @VKNGofficial Месяц назад +3

      It really wasn't. The singing was awesome though

  • @DrPeterVenkman383
    @DrPeterVenkman383 Год назад +41

    Christmas 2023 says hello.. I've been posting this to my brother and brother in laws fb page since 2011. They love it. 👍

    • @thomaskrueger1728
      @thomaskrueger1728 Месяц назад +3

      Christmas form the future (2024) says hello back at you.

    • @TommyAtchley
      @TommyAtchley Месяц назад +1

      Christmas night, 2024.

  • @former_vegetarian
    @former_vegetarian 2 года назад +135

    The original is so incredibly beautiful. I did not want to cringe because it's a classic, but these guys nailed it! Didn't know they could sing!

    • @christianninsananda9626
      @christianninsananda9626 2 года назад +13

      Check out John C. Reilly in Walk Hard: the Dewey Cox Story... he's great in it and the songs are great.

    • @Terry-lh8cn
      @Terry-lh8cn 2 года назад +5

      @@christianninsananda9626 He's great in Chicago, too.

    • @rustygribble5309
      @rustygribble5309 2 года назад +4

      I doubt they even had to practice much. And make no doubt, these people are famous because of their voices, even though they aren't trained professional singers. If you're trained in the art of public speaking, and you aren't tone deaf, it's really rather simple to pull something like this off especially when your fame can get someone else's bankroll to provide a recreated iconic set like this or get you into the original venue.

    • @soappacket2342
      @soappacket2342 Год назад +5

      Didn't know Will could sing???

    • @sleepingninjaquiettime
      @sleepingninjaquiettime Год назад +7

      I watched the original and though Bowie and Bing are legends and the better singers will and John pulled it off a little bit better. Take it from a guy who's probably tone def and not a singer.

  • @animationfanatic2133
    @animationfanatic2133 4 года назад +475

    I was expecting a non stop parody but instead i got a heartwarming recreation, two pretty damn good impressions and some funny jokes at the end

    • @brassattacks2411
      @brassattacks2411 3 года назад +6

      It never quite does anything really funny. They needed other writers on this. It looks good though.

    • @SelfReflective
      @SelfReflective 3 года назад +29

      @@brassattacks2411 Subtlety is lost on you.

    • @glennpagemusic
      @glennpagemusic 3 года назад +26

      @@brassattacks2411 The thing that makes it funny is how they kept the same script of the original (up until the end) but presented the dynamic between the two singers in a different way, playing up the rumored (off screen) tension and unfamiliarity between the two singers. It's kind of a subtle joke, but it cracks me up every time.

  • @alexcarratu5554
    @alexcarratu5554 2 года назад +53

    A winning combination; so much talent on display here. Mr Reilly and Mr Ferrell are fantastic actors. Great tribute to the original from 1977. Well done, Mr Reilly and Mr Ferrell. RIP, Mr Crosby (1903-1977) and Mr Bowie (1947-2016).

    • @rsdemarco
      @rsdemarco Месяц назад +2

      .....and RIP John Lennon (1940-1980) and Harry Nilsson (1941-1994)

    • @alexcarratu5554
      @alexcarratu5554 Месяц назад

      @@rsdemarco, indeed. They may have passed on, but their music lives forever.

  • @joeywynnyczuk1563
    @joeywynnyczuk1563 Год назад +32

    Well done guys, can't believe I never seen this reenactment before?.
    Merry Christmas 2023 ❤

  • @powerbininja8270
    @powerbininja8270 2 года назад +31

    every christmas, i make a point to come back here and listen to this gem.

  • @johnsmith-xi1ru
    @johnsmith-xi1ru 3 года назад +225

    David and Bings origional version has to be heard to be believed, Bowies voice truly amazing, backed up by Bings mellow crooning.

    • @byHexted
      @byHexted 2 года назад +6

      Did you just hear that or something? We all know about it it’s extremely famous

    • @johnsmith-xi1ru
      @johnsmith-xi1ru 2 года назад

      @@byHexted Don't take this personally but you really are a sad prick.

    • @kevape
      @kevape 2 года назад

      It’s the most cringeworthy music video ever made. The opening conversation makes my balls go up inside my body. Never get to the song cuz I’ve had to leave

    • @travcollier
      @travcollier 2 года назад +15

      The intro skit was pretty brilliant too. Especially when Bowie mentions his kid. The tension between generations at the time was pretty extreme, and the sketch was "political"... Showing the older generation that the younger folks weren't just "stupid kids".

    • @danarzechula3769
      @danarzechula3769 2 года назад +3

      Yep stopped me in my tracks first time I heard it

  • @lawrence3188
    @lawrence3188 9 лет назад +886

    Very impressive reproduction of the original, especially Will Ferrell's imitation of Bowie. He doesn't get enough credit for how subtle he can be.

    • @FunnyOrDie
      @FunnyOrDie  9 лет назад +45

      +richard lawrence Thanks for watching!

    • @EBUNNY2012
      @EBUNNY2012 9 лет назад +5

      +richard lawrence He is great in this. Love it!

    • @baztheblue4193
      @baztheblue4193 9 лет назад +6

      very good apart from the spinal tap accent .

    • @blohmymind
      @blohmymind 8 лет назад +5

      The original was garbage compared to this.

    • @nedaal-saadi3523
      @nedaal-saadi3523 8 лет назад +7

      I agree. Singing is pretty good!

  • @stanrix
    @stanrix 2 года назад +132

    I didn’t expect their voices to be so good!

    • @MegaWumba
      @MegaWumba 2 года назад +11

      John c Riley sang all his own parts in walk hard

    • @accidental_relevance
      @accidental_relevance 2 года назад +7

      As someone who has tried their hand at acting and singing, I believe it takes a very special gifted person to do what they do. I would say a genius.

    • @posysdogovych2065
      @posysdogovych2065 2 года назад +4

      Glad it's only taken you 25 years to find out they have singing talent!

    • @Calmontheoutside
      @Calmontheoutside 2 года назад +6

      John C Reilly in “Chicago” . . .

    • @nancymizur7034
      @nancymizur7034 2 года назад +1

      They're lip synching to Bowie & Crosby..

  • @1JDS4U
    @1JDS4U 2 года назад +95

    Love this. No matter how many times I watch this, still impressed by these guy's huge talent!!!

    • @sicilianjiu-jitsu2984
      @sicilianjiu-jitsu2984 2 года назад +3

      Yeah I can't believe I just seen this for the first time! So good! Merry Christmas!

    • @alicebronte4655
      @alicebronte4655 2 года назад +1

      hope you're watching the original more haha

  • @weakanklesfornamjoon
    @weakanklesfornamjoon 2 года назад +204

    This is still a sublime tribute to two vocal giants full stop.

    • @heliummaster1756
      @heliummaster1756 2 года назад +2

      It’s funny to this this was humorous. This is musically amazing!

  • @steverox87
    @steverox87 2 года назад +54

    I just saw the Bing Crosby Christmas special for the first time less than a week ago and then I stumble upon this. 🤣 They did great!

  • @richardsimms251
    @richardsimms251 2 года назад +196

    Terrific voices. Hard to believe they are both so good, so professional. Such fun and a joy to hear, plus classic great SNL humour. BRAVO !!! RS. Canada

    • @dolores2716
      @dolores2716 2 года назад +6

      Wow, you make me go back and watch them side by side. I assumed they were lip synching because I didn't think they could both sing so well. Amazing.

    • @roberthitchcock7214
      @roberthitchcock7214 2 года назад +3

      It's actually Bowie's and Bing's backing track. Will harmonizes a little and yes, he's not a bad singer.

    • @jacquelineireland2273
      @jacquelineireland2273 2 года назад +2

      I wasn't sure what to expect but I am blown away by their performance. This should become an annual holiday classic. Amazing voices, so close to the original sound. Bravo gentlemen. You made me smile. Peace and blessings.

    • @mikejohnson3338
      @mikejohnson3338 2 года назад +2

      @@roberthitchcock7214 why do you think they used Bowie's & Bing's backing track? One listen and you can tell it was John C Reilly and Will Ferrell singing. Two minutes of research would have confirmed it. Jack Black and Jason Segel also did an animated version, and yes, they sang also.

    • @cheesesteak22
      @cheesesteak22 2 года назад +1

      like a combo of Fergie and Jesus

  • @rodneyboyer-rainwater6733
    @rodneyboyer-rainwater6733 3 года назад +83

    Will Ferrell is the MVP of this and acts with a certain sincerity I'm not used to seeing from him. Sure he hammed it up a bit but he is a comedian after all. But in his performance I see his humanity come through and that's refreshing because it's such a beautiful song that I'm glad was played straight.

  • @tessmcnamara9230
    @tessmcnamara9230 Год назад +17

    beautiful, so heartwarming tribute to David Bowie and Bing Crosbie Thankyoux

  • @lilacmollymoo
    @lilacmollymoo 2 года назад +18

    How have I only just discovered this?! 🤣🤣 I love these two together

  • @AshleyAlamo11
    @AshleyAlamo11 5 лет назад +84

    I was shocked and delighted the first time I saw this. Had no idea these two comedians had such lovely voices. Now I come back to play this every year. LOVE this video LOL!
    Merry Xmas to y'all and to y'all a good night!!!

    • @Ohhelmno
      @Ohhelmno 3 года назад +6

      They did sing in Step Brothers, and of course John C Reilly did as well in Walk Hard. Both sounded really good. This was also better than I expected, though.

    • @andywinslow9638
      @andywinslow9638 3 года назад +2

      They both do have great voices and Merry Christmas to you too

  • @ghostdancer2302
    @ghostdancer2302 10 лет назад +178

    I love how Reilly says "In the Booey household", just like Crosby did. Damn funny.

    • @dariaeliuk4377
      @dariaeliuk4377 3 года назад +8

      I had to take it back; I was sure he’d gone temporarily Brule and said “Browie Household” 🤣😂

    • @swarler
      @swarler 3 года назад +5

      bababooey household

    • @lextual
      @lextual 2 года назад +4

      "Bowie" is frequently pronounced as "Booey" in the US. I live about5-10 miles from Bowie, MD.
      The locals call it "Booey"...

  • @truckingell4270
    @truckingell4270 2 года назад +180

    John C Reilly.......From Bing Crosby to Oliver Hardy. Absolute talent.

    • @nippoland
      @nippoland 2 года назад +8

      As a kid, I loved Laurel and Hardy. Watching Reilly pull off every mannerism and intonation of Ollie so perfectly earned my respect. He's more than just a slapstick comedian.

    • @billysikes1374
      @billysikes1374 2 года назад +6

      He is a very underrated actor, great in everything

    • @wg5788
      @wg5788 2 года назад +3

      @@billysikes1374 that is exactly what I was going to write! A pic in dictionary of underrated you may find a smiling John C Reilly. I just recently saw the Laurel and Hardy movie. He was stellar in that role.

    • @billysikes1374
      @billysikes1374 2 года назад +2

      @@wg5788 And he's been in movies forever, Saw him in a 1989 movie called We're no Angels, DeNiro and Sean Penn in it

    • @BigMamaDaveX
      @BigMamaDaveX 2 года назад +4

      His "Mr. Cellophane" in "Chicago" brought me to tears. Magnificent performer. 💌

  • @WretchEph289
    @WretchEph289 2 года назад +114

    I don't know how anyone can't not love this.

  • @romeyroe
    @romeyroe Год назад +4

    I'm glad I randomly came across this. For those who haven't seen the original version are probably like wth is this. But, it's a great tribute. I'm glad they waited til the end to get funny.....LOL

  • @Balthazar1963
    @Balthazar1963 Месяц назад +1

    Will and John did David and Bing justice! Captured the spirit. I watched the original live growing up in England in the early seventies. I was 10 or 11 when I saw the original live, it sucked the breath out of me it was so powerful.

  • @misssaramariya
    @misssaramariya 7 лет назад +37

    Now I have to say, as someone whose favorite Christmas song is the original....This literally made me so happy. It was very well done and their voices are so nice 💖 Really made me happy.

  • @rjodhan1rr44
    @rjodhan1rr44 8 лет назад +17

    Will Ferrell's talents are off the chain! He's alway a privilege and and inspiration to watch. Thank you for posting. Spot On Video!

  • @chrismaddock5790
    @chrismaddock5790 3 года назад +136

    I can't decide if it's parody or just paying respect to an awesome duet, but either way: I love it!

    • @waynechapman9823
      @waynechapman9823 3 года назад +14

      It's a pretty faithful rendition of the original sequence until the end. Bowie even got to perform "Heroes" right in the middle of a Bing Crosby Christmas special!

    • @joeschsuster4804
      @joeschsuster4804 3 года назад

      Good point

    • @janetclaireSays
      @janetclaireSays 3 года назад +4

      I think it was both.

    • @blaineedwards8078
      @blaineedwards8078 2 года назад +6

      Bing was an American icon and Bowie was a music legend, both of them true giants of show business. I think these guys uphold them in total reverence and respect and yet are having a great time as well. Maybe poking a little fun but in a very innocent and loving way. There is no dispute that Bowie was a bit of an odd duck and Bing had his moments as well, but the legacy they left behind will shine on forever.

    • @Shawn-mo6dh
      @Shawn-mo6dh 2 года назад +4

      A little of both

  • @bobsmith-gw5ys
    @bobsmith-gw5ys 3 года назад +38

    I never knew this was a thing . I love the bowie crosby original but wow these 2 men did a awesome job. this will be on my play list

  • @Tiredofitall.
    @Tiredofitall. 2 месяца назад +15

    I was expecting a screwball version but had gotten a beautiful homage to two legendary singers. This was brilliant!

  • @KimSearch865
    @KimSearch865 3 года назад +57

    John C. Reilly’s singing voice is so underrated!! My favorite of his is “Cellophane Man” …. from “Chicago!!”

    • @cindyneff6499
      @cindyneff6499 3 года назад +8

      I watch Walk Hard just for the songs....and the movie, but the songs.

    • @AllisonLinn-s8y
      @AllisonLinn-s8y 2 месяца назад

      Oh man , " Beautiful Ride", gets me in tears. ​@@cindyneff6499

  • @yop9694
    @yop9694 8 лет назад +548

    99% good 1% funny. and the 1% was well worth the wait. i kinda like the fact that it was just a nice faithful reenactment of the original....with that perfect ending.

    • @posysdogovych2065
      @posysdogovych2065 7 лет назад +33

      Agreed. I liked that it was subtle. It would have been lame if it had been full of wacky gags throughout.

    • @tripleb221
      @tripleb221 6 лет назад +5

      Totally agree!

    • @johnwisniewski8712
      @johnwisniewski8712 5 лет назад +9

      The original had a certain humor to it albeit unintentional. It was awkward and sort of forced but the vocals are just so beautiful. These guys did a great job and I agree with your assessment 99/1

    • @mjrleaguesweetie
      @mjrleaguesweetie 5 лет назад +7

      idk, the fact that it’s a word for word reenactment of the actual Crosby/Bowie Christmas thing is funny, in and of itself

    • @burns1210
      @burns1210 4 года назад +2

      The ending is what ruined it

  • @lancemannion4113
    @lancemannion4113 Месяц назад +7

    Never knew this existed until now but I'm glad I saw it! Merry Christmas in 2024!

  • @noodengr3three825
    @noodengr3three825 2 года назад +55

    I have watched the original numerous times. This is spot on love the twist at the end

    • @marcchervin8905
      @marcchervin8905 2 года назад +1

      Oh good now I know there's a twist at the end I'll be sure and look for it thanks for the spoiler! 😉👎

    • @noodengr3three825
      @noodengr3three825 2 года назад

      @@marcchervin8905 it would not be funny or die without the twist

  • @dieseIboy
    @dieseIboy Месяц назад +21

    Checking in Christmas 2024!! 🎅🏻🎄

  • @lisawhite-pagano3455
    @lisawhite-pagano3455 5 лет назад +80

    They must’ve studied the original for days to get the little mannerisms so perfect. They turn their heads at the right times to mimic the first one perfectly. There was always definitely a touch of tension between Bowie and Bing in the real one - I could see this ending happening behind the scenes with David and Bing!

    • @shaneturner5879
      @shaneturner5879 2 года назад +3

      Did tou notice the buttons on Bings jacket in both videos? Sometimes two done and then poof, there were three buttoned.

    • @peteyoung7665
      @peteyoung7665 2 года назад

      For days?I would say months.

    • @johnnyelectron
      @johnnyelectron Месяц назад

      @@shaneturner5879 The original show recorded this with 3 takes, you can tell when they edit this version when Bing says "Come on in" a second time where they edited the greeting with the best of the 3 musical takes. Very cool.

  • @roberthalljr4120
    @roberthalljr4120 Год назад +11

    They really didn't even need to make this as a sketch, they both sang it so incredibly well!!

  • @avagud1
    @avagud1 3 года назад +152

    I’d buy an album of Christmas songs of these guys.

  • @Kevin_MK7RSR
    @Kevin_MK7RSR 10 лет назад +465

    LOL, I love how Reily still calls him "Booey" like Bing did. :)

    • @kendralucas9809
      @kendralucas9809 7 лет назад +4

      When Roger Taylor introduced him at the Freddie tribute, he said bouy too.

    • @tomt6142
      @tomt6142 7 лет назад

      what??

    • @lanabanana68
      @lanabanana68 6 лет назад +1

      i have heard him pronounce his own name Bow as in bow tie,not booey :)

    • @popcornsamurai
      @popcornsamurai 6 лет назад +1

      The brits call him that way too.

    • @kevinodonnell261
      @kevinodonnell261 6 лет назад +2

      The original version is best. No need for parody.

  • @NeverAStraightAnswer
    @NeverAStraightAnswer 2 года назад +11

    I don’t know whether to laugh or be amazed and I think these two would want exactly that!

    • @shaneturner5879
      @shaneturner5879 2 года назад +3

      Did you notice the buttons on Bings sweater jacket? Just like the original video only buttons are done but when walking up the steps to the piano, it is now three buttons done. They also said the name Bowie wrong in the original video & Bing put his hand out to shake the exact sale way.

  • @andrewsewell373
    @andrewsewell373 10 лет назад +23

    absolutely dead on, I was 15 back in "77" when the original aired and was a fan of both Bing and David it became one of my most favorite holiday songs Will and Johns timing is impeccable even the set was constructed with a lot of prop duplicates i overlaid the original and played them together... very nicely done I was unaware of both John and Wills singing ability Will needs to do Ziggy next

  • @hatthomas555
    @hatthomas555 9 лет назад +199

    I had a dream a few nights that I was in a band with John C. Reilly and an unknown Beatle. Our band name was Hat Chase Bottom. We even had a band logo. The Beatle was always behind a curtain so I never found out which one. Only John - I'm sorry, his stage name was Chase Bottom and mine was Hat Thomas, thus the band name - knew which Beatle it was and he wasn't telling. Not even sure which instrument he played, but I played guitar and John played guitar and piano. I woke up laughing my ass off. Hands down the most hilarious dream I've ever had.

    • @Andremedia
      @Andremedia 9 лет назад +4

      +Joshua Karr Please contact me about that dream. Are you a musician?

    • @TheGB1950
      @TheGB1950 9 лет назад +5

      +Joshua Karr I wanna be in your dream..LOL

    • @StrangeFacinations
      @StrangeFacinations 9 лет назад +2

      +Joshua Karr Great dream! It's Christmas time again, and I'm watching this videy again. White Christmas everyone.

    • @christinerush2351
      @christinerush2351 8 лет назад +2

      +Joshua Karr This is hilarious :D

    • @StrangeFacinations
      @StrangeFacinations 8 лет назад +4

      I love your dream! Thanks for posting it. I have some vivid dreams myself, and enjoy hearing about other people's dreams (if they are good) and your dream was good!

  • @bobbydazzler1780
    @bobbydazzler1780 4 года назад +4

    I saw Bowie live around 30 years ago when he played all of his back catalogue from the 70s and 80s one last time. Each and every performance was a chart hit. A body of work that was sheer brilliance.

    • @bobbydazzler1780
      @bobbydazzler1780 4 года назад +1

      @@andersd8041 Milton Keynes UK. 1990. Your memory not as good as mine so it seems... 😝

  • @judithreed2436
    @judithreed2436 3 года назад +13

    So beautiful. I wish this could played on every News stations. Wouldn’t that ignite some love at this Christmas time❤️❤️

  • @ZeroLuckMitchy
    @ZeroLuckMitchy Месяц назад +2

    These guys honestly did a beautiful job of singing a beautiful duet. Not a single stab of humor until the thing was over and it was just such a respectful cookie cutter duplication of what being and David did and it’s so poignant in the holidays. I’ve always love that song, especially knowing that special was recorded in late September 1977 and Bing died less than a month later Yeah it’s really cool. What Willand Mr. Riley just did.

  • @timobrien8809
    @timobrien8809 Месяц назад +7

    Just discovered this now form a FB comment. Pretty funny & Will & John can sing really well !!

  • @delocon36
    @delocon36 4 года назад +72

    They pull everything off, the world need these guys more than ever

    • @SkywalkerSamadhi
      @SkywalkerSamadhi 4 года назад +3

      Not everything.
      Did you see the Sherlock movie?? Yikes, that was a dumpster fire on the decks of the fucking Titanic.

    • @delocon36
      @delocon36 4 года назад

      Skywalker Samadhi haha, well
      Almost everything but ya know what I mean mostly good for a laugh

  • @Jackp8578
    @Jackp8578 Год назад +5

    I love this and it does honor Bing Crosby and David Bowie in this classic rendition. Love the ending 😅 These two together are hilarious.

  • @michaeljordan6008
    @michaeljordan6008 6 лет назад +32

    I appreciate that they performed this with respect. Good work, gentlemen.
    Bing Crosby was the best american singer, ever.

  • @fomobros2207
    @fomobros2207 5 лет назад +11

    I didn’t read the caption, I just saw Will Ferrel with a mullet and clicked on this gem. Great version, I’m a huge Bowie fan. Will and John knocked it out of the park

  • @FreeggNinja3618
    @FreeggNinja3618 Месяц назад +2

    I watch the original and this one every year, and if you watch them side by side, this one is almost exactly like the original...they did such an amazing job...hilarious part at the end too. Merry Christmas

  • @glennpagemusic
    @glennpagemusic 4 года назад +40

    The utter beauty of the song and arrangement comes through even in the parody version.

  • @ticketyboo2456
    @ticketyboo2456 2 года назад +6

    I remember watching the original on telly many Christmasses ago. Discovered this about 10 years ago. Love both.

  • @rolandchilde19
    @rolandchilde19 2 месяца назад +2

    This has become a tradition in our house. And I did know the original version before I discovered this one. True gold. Comedic gold. And then some.

  • @Mcvthree3
    @Mcvthree3 2 года назад +7

    I remember watching Bing and Bowie do this when I was a kid. Even then, I was durprised at how tender the pairup was and how t hey didn't play it for laughs.
    This tribute to them is just as tender and is played nearly as straight, except for the end. It is actually quite poignant and touching.

  • @ericbonsell6536
    @ericbonsell6536 5 лет назад +17

    I love the humor, but it still comes off really sweet. Nice tribute to a classic.

  • @JeannineHarris-wc5rn
    @JeannineHarris-wc5rn Год назад +2

    This Is N excellent Version.Thanks Will and John

  • @miafillene4396
    @miafillene4396 4 года назад +33

    Brought me to tears just like the original. Thank you.

  • @ginalynn4493
    @ginalynn4493 2 года назад +32

    I love these two !! And this is iconic I remember being a kid watching this on TV . 🎄🎁👑 ☦️merry Christmas everyone!! Happy new year 🎊

  • @dangoss7180
    @dangoss7180 3 года назад +3

    The humor is in how straight forward they do it. Not breaking character or dialogue.

  • @richardedwards9389
    @richardedwards9389 4 года назад +22

    I never expected that to be so good.

  • @nettles3393
    @nettles3393 3 года назад +9

    Damn this is good! Beautiful work. Comedy never gets the respect it deserves. It's so much more than goofing around. Glad these two guys found each other.

  • @lolledopke
    @lolledopke 2 года назад +1

    It's that time of year to watch this back to back with the original video

    • @lolledopke
      @lolledopke Год назад

      Merry Christmas 🎅🏻

  • @SomeOrangeCat
    @SomeOrangeCat 10 лет назад +89

    They harmonize very well!

    • @JackEJett-zf2eq
      @JackEJett-zf2eq 10 лет назад +2

      I am confused because I thought they were lip syncing (except for the last part). If they were really singing it was spot on.

    • @chadsmalley
      @chadsmalley 10 лет назад +3

      Jack E. Jett They're definitely lip-syncing, presumably to their own voices (but don't quote me on that). The track must have been pre-recorded before they went on set.

    • @MichaelWellsMW
      @MichaelWellsMW 10 лет назад +5

      Jack E. Jett Nah, Ferrel is much better than I expected, but Bowie's voice is amazing in this song. Almost as good as Roy Orbison(Has the most beautiful voice in rock for a man, IMHO). But, WOW are they 'on' with this.

    • @starlitestarbright514
      @starlitestarbright514 6 лет назад

      Sherbert's World of Schlock Plus they didn't crack up....I mean.....I would !😆

    • @Not_So_Slim_Shady
      @Not_So_Slim_Shady 6 лет назад +1

      Will sounds kind of computerized, but John is a trained singer and sounds really good.

  • @urbandave
    @urbandave 4 года назад +14

    It's become more of a tradition for me to watch this every Christmas than it was watching the original.

    • @coisty1690
      @coisty1690 3 года назад

      I watch them both back to back -my favorite tradition

  • @robertschmidt7879
    @robertschmidt7879 11 месяцев назад +8

    These two comedians paid a beautiful homage to two. Great Giants. I wouldn’t of blamed them for doing voiceovers, but they both prove they can also sing an absolutely proved that they have respect for those who came before them.

  • @lt.creggar5903
    @lt.creggar5903 6 лет назад +4

    I watched the original and then saw this one. They did a fantastic tribute to two stars who aren’t with us any more! ❤️

  • @funch357
    @funch357 9 лет назад +172

    "Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery." ~ Charles Caleb Cotton
    RIP David Bowie

  • @Nephilimfields
    @Nephilimfields 3 года назад +20

    Will and John are great singers. Well done lads.

  • @BuildingservicesDublin
    @BuildingservicesDublin 2 года назад +20

    That was actually brilliant I love those two they're a great team

  • @themanflake
    @themanflake 2 года назад +153

    They actually did a great job, not far off from the original. They both have nice voices.

    • @Big.Stepper.
      @Big.Stepper. Год назад +4

      Don't ever disrespect music legends like Bowie and Bing like that!🤣🤣🤣

  • @mosskey
    @mosskey Год назад +1

    I love the original and I love that this exists and that they watched it wanting to recreate it.
    Same with the venture bros.
    Just such a strange beautiful treasure

  • @snoqueen313
    @snoqueen313 Год назад +3

    wow! i am floored by this one, just brilliant!

  • @haydenhouse5472
    @haydenhouse5472 8 лет назад +17

    I thought this was a funny skit. And then was surprised once again from the un believable talent of Will Ferrell & John C. Reilly....and then again after the incredible singing I surprised again at how FUNNY they are! Step Brothers is the funniest movie EVER MADE! You are INCREDIBLE!

    • @MeVsTheWorld01
      @MeVsTheWorld01 4 года назад

      If you want to see more of John C Reilly's talent, you can hear him sing in the movie Chicago where he really excels with his singing talent.

  • @shennonthibodeau1298
    @shennonthibodeau1298 Месяц назад +1

    This should be a hit song and should be played on the radio at Christmas time

  • @stuarthawthorne2346
    @stuarthawthorne2346 3 года назад +4

    Love the giggle and love the original Bowie Bing !! Life needs a both a laugh and an equal mix of serious and this video gives a perfect balance between both !!! This video allows us to smile yet doesn't insult the original video

  • @pattyleib
    @pattyleib 8 лет назад +28

    Their voices are very beautiful!

  • @tonyamartin7370
    @tonyamartin7370 3 года назад +2

    How can it be that I'm just seeing this for the first time today. I'm loving it. These two are the best!

  • @TheLadyTWells
    @TheLadyTWells 10 лет назад +19

    I was shocked how good they sound together.

  • @nata3467
    @nata3467 2 года назад +18

    Love this clip... They're both so excellent

  • @gaile3765
    @gaile3765 Год назад +1

    I watch this one every year also. They do a brilliant tribute to Bing & David. Bravo

  • @trust5977
    @trust5977 2 года назад +61

    John C Reilly can do anything.

    • @tjp2109
      @tjp2109 2 года назад +2

      Yup, he's a quadruple threat! Sing, act, dance, produce etc.

    • @Trig242
      @Trig242 2 года назад +3

      Jackprot

    • @traceythompson1092
      @traceythompson1092 2 года назад +2

      Mr. Cellophane.

    • @tinmachine693
      @tinmachine693 2 года назад

      Is he a tree surgeon?? I have a problem with an unsightly spruce

    • @mattiassvanberg8292
      @mattiassvanberg8292 2 года назад

      He's gay as well

  • @burns1210
    @burns1210 6 лет назад +849

    I still can't believe David Bowie and Bing Crosby stole this from these two

  • @cameronbruce9650
    @cameronbruce9650 3 года назад +1

    It's not Christmas until I've watched this and the original version back to back

  • @hughes6778
    @hughes6778 Месяц назад +32

    Christmas 2024 anybody 🌲

    • @ActionFigureMagic
      @ActionFigureMagic Месяц назад +1

      Christmas Morning!🙏🎄❤️ Merry Christmas!😊

    • @fishmanszmit
      @fishmanszmit Месяц назад

      Yes!! And it's serious! Not joking! Beautiful!!!

  • @Big-Daddy-96
    @Big-Daddy-96 5 лет назад +37

    The songbirds of a generation.

    • @johndesalvo3969
      @johndesalvo3969 5 лет назад

      Not "A Generation"..each were songbirds of their own SEPERATE generation! BOWIE'S bieng The Baby Boomers and Bing..born in 1902..so whatever that "turn of the century" era was called..peope born in the 1890's to to around 1920...give or take!

    • @audetetvincit
      @audetetvincit Месяц назад +1

      underrated comment right here (can’t believe i’m saying this five years later)

  • @bigdog6598
    @bigdog6598 Месяц назад

    How am I just seeing this after 13 years! The original is my favorite favorite!

  • @wg5788
    @wg5788 2 года назад +64

    First time seeing this. Hilarious. Was waiting for how they would end it. Not disappointed. And agree with many here. These guys did amazing with their voices and timing. They certainly can’t hold a candle to David and Bing in terms of range, but they did pretty damn good for a couple of comedic actors!

  • @CARTOONIVERSE1
    @CARTOONIVERSE1 4 года назад +37

    *HA HA HA!* Bowie notices at the start that Bing *doesn't like eye contact.* The ego battle slowly builds quietly. Every time one of them tries to sing directly to the other, they *turn their heads.* Subtle but funny.

    • @chiefscheider
      @chiefscheider 4 года назад +5

      Jesus, you've made that identical comment a few times. Are you that impressed with your own take on it? 😄

    • @CARTOONIVERSE1
      @CARTOONIVERSE1 4 года назад +2

      @@chiefscheider - *Worm.*

    • @stepheniecourter777
      @stepheniecourter777 4 года назад +1

      Haha...I was wondering if anybody else noticed that too

  • @deniselayton9476
    @deniselayton9476 Год назад +1

    Very impressive Will and John❣️I kept thinking it was going to be a comedy sketch.

  • @johnroddy8756
    @johnroddy8756 5 лет назад +50

    They captured small details very well even Bowie Shirt collar turned down.

  • @stephaniecampo954
    @stephaniecampo954 5 лет назад +5

    They did an excellent job! So happy to see a good remake of this amazing song.