Hey Baz, I read on your Curious Cat that you said part of the reason you decided to stop making vids is because you felt you had nothing new to bring as other people are now making humorous book reviews at all. I wouldn't agree with that. You bring a humor all your own that is uniquely Barry Pierce. And what's more, an existentialist dread and and uncaring alienation of your audience that I've seen no other RUclipsr tackle. These may not sound like compliments, but believe me, they are, your videos with these strongest characteristics are my favorite. Your video "How to Explain Pictures to a Dead Hare" I'd say was experimental and new to this platform. My god, I've rewatched that one many times. Your most recent video before this was just your own interpretation of a Beckett poem. That's fucking awesome. Who else would do that, with no introduction? And there are quite a number of other examples I could cite. And even when you're not making videos that are as groundbreaking as these, your vlog videos are just enjoyable to watch due to your personality. As well as a way to discover great music, films and books. If you really do want to quit, by all means do. I can understand getting sick of doing something or wanting to do something else. But if you're quitting because you think you have nothing new to the table, that's just not true.
this is all very very kind. and you definitely overstate my impact on this platform haha. i actually had to search for that dead hare video. i had somehow entirely forgotten its existence. looking back at it, it is an interesting concept and im slightly shocked that the person who made it was me. this message was very reassuring. thank you.
I did indeed have fun! But yes, sometimes it's time to just pack it in. If you're not feeling it anymore, what's the point? I remain your ever loyal follower on Twitter of course 👌🏻
The number of times I have watched and rewatched every single video on this channel even the 3 hr long livestreams. Still the coolest channel on youtube.
Oh no, I'll miss your videos! But I have rewatched them so often already that I have found them eternally rewatchable. Thank you, baz pierce. (All this feels like you have actually died. You might be the only person in history able to witness their own funeral.)
Barry, you were amazing at making videos and you are 100% my all time favourite youtuber. It would amazing if you decided to stay but I respect your decision to quit. I will still continue to rewatch all your videos again and again. Tysm for the hours of joy!!!!! :) (btw congratz on 1 million views truly deserved)
oh no...oh well... much as I want to see more of your videos, I don't think a channel sustained merely by social pressure is good to anyone. it is your life...you should do what you like. :) I had fun
I've been following you for years and I definitely had fun. You are one of my favorite booktubers ever. But sometimes you just have to let it go. So stay true to yourself and don't look back (?) Best wishes from Spain.
Usually I don't write comments but since this is your last video I just wanted thank you! INKGASM always cheers me up, you introduced me to Starter For Ten and are one of the few people to authentically appreciate Björk . Goodbye Dorothy and thank you so much
I had fun!! Thank you Barry for your wonderful wit and excellent videos. Your amazing sense of humor is truly an acquired taste. I will miss your videos, but I hope you keep the past ones up. Catch you and your fabulous content on twitter!
I've had so much fun watching your videos! You've made me smile so many times. I'll miss you on RUclips, but I'll still be an avid follower on your social media accounts.
I've had a lot of fun. I really admired your way of standing apart from the other channels. I also wanted to thank you for giving the me the push I needed to start my channel. You might not remember that but I do and I'll always be grateful.
"No more carefree laughter Silence ever after Walking through an empty house Tears in my eyes This is where the story ends This is goodbye" thank god for Twitter
Oh Barry ... I'm so sad you're leaving but you have to do what you feel is best for you :) I love your unique personality and your quality content will certainly be missed by many. I'll keep following you on your other social media. Thank you for those amazing seven years. #LoYalFollower
I'm genuinely sad to see you go. The last time I felt an emotion was back when Bea Arthur died. I just bought Pachinko today based on your recommendation and even referred to it as, "the book the only booktuber I still watch recommended". My husband knew exactly who I was talking about. Perhaps I've watched your videos too much... Thank you for bringing your own unique brand of shade and sass to an otherwise boring sector of youtube.
This really saddens me. You're actually one of a handful of youtubers I wished would keep on making videos forever, though unrealistic, I know. You will be missed.
I’m sad you’re leaving, but I’ve loved your channel and I’ve had fun! But I’m glad you’re doing what makes you happy x And yes, I will continue to be absolute trash on your Instagram, you’re an amazing person ❤️
Oh no!!! The video that got me onto you was the video from a while back where you said “they found bin laden....IN HIS HOUSE!” I thought, “this kid is brilliant!” I just hopped on to see if you had posted anything new and I’m a couple years late. Good luck to you, Barry. I wish you the best.
This post is old now. I didn't realize you'd posted in the last year. I hadn't been visiting RUclips much for quite some time, until recently. I feel as if I've watched you grow up. You were so young when you started. You were such a sweet boy, and then later extremely funny and entertaining! I have greatly enjoyed your videos. You really do have a talent for being in front of a camera, and you express yourself with both wit and intelligence. I do hope you are finding your way Barry :).
awww.... i just discovered your vids! They are totally fun!! I'm sad you've grown out of this, but I understand. Happy to continue following you on Goodreads as we agree so often about books... but these videos are comedy gold and you make me wanna read everything you talk about, heh. You could have a real career on TV hosting something, anything... if you wanted :)
I have to say as much as I understand and respect your wishes, I'm very sad to see you go. I always greatly enjoyed your videos from the very beginning. My hope is that, although this may be your final video on RUclips, that it's not ultimately your final video ever. =(
Wow I got excited about all the videos to come because of the whole patreon thing but here we are. I am not mad I am just miserable. I would much rather be mad.
I've been a follower since the VERY beginning. I can remember your older channel "Barrysbooks" and a bookshelf tour on this older channel. I'm sure you mentioned a Steinbeck book of letters which you said was given to you by your English teacher. This was probably 2009 or 2010.
This is so sad Barry! This site will truly suffer in your absence. Without your charming cynicism and wit I know that my days will certainly become far more bland. Thank you for making me laugh, thank you for making me more honest and thank you for all of those book recommendations. Thank god you're still on other platforms, because you truly are a star and shall be sorely missed here on youtube.
I had fun, you lovely, lovely person. Thank you for seven years of wonderful, sarcastic, sardonic content. I wish you the best in everything that comes your way from here on out ^_^ I'll see you on Instagram and think of you everytime I listen to ABBA.
single-handedly the worst breakup of my life
And now I've entered depression
Goodbye lovely person
Its like seeing the death of a star. A cosmic beauty has died.
R I P Barry....
I've had so much fun. Will miss your videos, it's been a good seven years of content (give or take a few months of absence haha)
Hey Baz, I read on your Curious Cat that you said part of the reason you decided to stop making vids is because you felt you had nothing new to bring as other people are now making humorous book reviews at all. I wouldn't agree with that.
You bring a humor all your own that is uniquely Barry Pierce. And what's more, an existentialist dread and and uncaring alienation of your audience that I've seen no other RUclipsr tackle. These may not sound like compliments, but believe me, they are, your videos with these strongest characteristics are my favorite. Your video "How to Explain Pictures to a Dead Hare" I'd say was experimental and new to this platform. My god, I've rewatched that one many times. Your most recent video before this was just your own interpretation of a Beckett poem. That's fucking awesome. Who else would do that, with no introduction? And there are quite a number of other examples I could cite. And even when you're not making videos that are as groundbreaking as these, your vlog videos are just enjoyable to watch due to your personality. As well as a way to discover great music, films and books.
If you really do want to quit, by all means do. I can understand getting sick of doing something or wanting to do something else. But if you're quitting because you think you have nothing new to the table, that's just not true.
this is all very very kind. and you definitely overstate my impact on this platform haha. i actually had to search for that dead hare video. i had somehow entirely forgotten its existence. looking back at it, it is an interesting concept and im slightly shocked that the person who made it was me. this message was very reassuring. thank you.
😢 *begins rewatching all past book reviews*
lol at least you tried
have a good life, i still often think about your review of anna and the french kiss ... twas a legendary take down
I did indeed have fun! But yes, sometimes it's time to just pack it in. If you're not feeling it anymore, what's the point? I remain your ever loyal follower on Twitter of course 👌🏻
ahh thanks V
You were like a needle in a haystack of YA booktubers. I very much enjoyed your selection of books. Best of luck to your future endeavors!
#thankyoubazpierce
I HAD FUN
Saw this coming but still want to die 😎
The number of times I have watched and rewatched every single video on this channel even the 3 hr long livestreams. Still the coolest channel on youtube.
Oh no, I'll miss your videos! But I have rewatched them so often already that I have found them eternally rewatchable. Thank you, baz pierce. (All this feels like you have actually died. You might be the only person in history able to witness their own funeral.)
WELL, it was great while it lasted
This is my favourite channel 😭 it sucks that you don't enjoy making them anymore but I'll keep following your blog and twitter.
Barry, you were amazing at making videos and you are 100% my all time favourite youtuber. It would amazing if you decided to stay but I respect your decision to quit. I will still continue to rewatch all your videos again and again.
Tysm for the hours of joy!!!!! :)
(btw congratz on 1 million views truly deserved)
oh no...oh well... much as I want to see more of your videos, I don't think a channel sustained merely by social pressure is good to anyone. it is your life...you should do what you like. :) I had fun
I'll miss your videos but I'm glad you're doing what you want and need to do. All the best!
I had fun. Missing your great book taste and sarcastic reviews already
This comment section looks more like an epigraph
Oh, for God's sake, no! Your review of Wuthering Heights is my all time favourite YT video. Just please don't delete your oeuvre, OK?!
It’s been wonderful! I hope you have a great life doing things you enjoy, and I look forward to your Goodreads reviews.
I bloody live for his reviews
Cheers Baz Pierce, sweetie darling. Darling, sweetie.
well, i had fun. and i'm gonna miss you. bye you odd charming human bird. you will always be in my heart.
Fun we had, Barry. Farewell, my queen. I'll see you on Instagram.
I had so much fun!! I was first introduced to you through your Irish slang/sayings videos back when you were a baby!!! It has been so much fun
I will miss your vlogs. You've inspired me to read beyond the realms of my fav genre. Each one of your videos has made me laugh. #thankyoubazpierce
Bollox . Just found your channel and now this. Well I'm glad I got years of reviews of yours to get through. Thank you
I HAD SO MUCH FUN
I've been following you for years and I definitely had fun. You are one of my favorite booktubers ever. But sometimes you just have to let it go. So stay true to yourself and don't look back (?)
Best wishes from Spain.
Thanks for the content, will truly miss your videos!
Usually I don't write comments but since this is your last video I just wanted thank you! INKGASM always cheers me up, you introduced me to Starter For Ten and are one of the few people to authentically appreciate Björk . Goodbye Dorothy and thank you so much
I had fun!! Thank you Barry for your wonderful wit and excellent videos. Your amazing sense of humor is truly an acquired taste. I will miss your videos, but I hope you keep the past ones up. Catch you and your fabulous content on twitter!
The milestone is notable. Sorry to see you go. I enjoyed your stuff.
It’s been 5 years, aren’t you coming Back🥲?
Bye, Barry. All the best for being your shining self in other parts of the world besides RUclips. I think we all had fun. 😊
I've had so much fun watching your videos! You've made me smile so many times. I'll miss you on RUclips, but I'll still be an avid follower on your social media accounts.
can we revive both our channels to do the try not to laugh challenge in a year or so please
absolutely
4 months. We expect that video.
A year’s up
Give the people what they want
Of course we had fun. Now you go do stuff that interests you :)
OMG... I'll miss your videos! It's been a good run! "Vomit my own intestines through my eyeballs" will still forever be my favorite shady remark lol
End of an era 😭
I've had a lot of fun. I really admired your way of standing apart from the other channels. I also wanted to thank you for giving the me the push I needed to start my channel. You might not remember that but I do and I'll always be grateful.
"No more carefree laughter
Silence ever after
Walking through an empty house
Tears in my eyes
This is where the story ends
This is goodbye"
thank god for Twitter
I'm really gonna miss you. RIP, our Ginger angel
sad day for humanity
i've had so much fun. thanks
This is art.
Truly the final nail in RUclips's coffin
istg my 2020 would be saved by your return.
I am genuinely sad
But I had fun, Barry. Thank u.
Oh Barry ... I'm so sad you're leaving but you have to do what you feel is best for you :) I love your unique personality and your quality content will certainly be missed by many. I'll keep following you on your other social media. Thank you for those amazing seven years. #LoYalFollower
We will never forget How to be Irish
I still find myself here. Still can't stop thinking about this breakup. What we could have been.
What a rollercoaster of emotions
💖 thank you
I miss you
Well, I’m depressed now. 😭 Thank you for all the laughs over the years. #ThankYouBazPierce 💜🖤💚💙💛🧡❤️
A long disgruntled groan is pretty much the best way to put it.
Its over :( will love u forever Barryyyy. Gone too soon from us 😣😣😣😣
I had fun.
Although I always kinda hoped you'd bring back 'Barry Bakes'. *Cue to sad music*
my my oh how much ill miss ya
also had lots of fun
I'm genuinely sad to see you go. The last time I felt an emotion was back when Bea Arthur died. I just bought Pachinko today based on your recommendation and even referred to it as, "the book the only booktuber I still watch recommended". My husband knew exactly who I was talking about. Perhaps I've watched your videos too much... Thank you for bringing your own unique brand of shade and sass to an otherwise boring sector of youtube.
Dear beautiful Barry, you were the best video maker
can we have an emergency hotline for Barry leaving youtube because I can't even...
still having fun
Nooo! I was so excited when you came back 😔 but if you're not enjoying it then you're not enjoying it #thankyoubazpierce
Yes I’ve had fun!!! You will always be my favorite booktuber
I still come back to visit. I really have never met anyone like you. You still make me laugh 🤣. I Miss You ❤️
This really saddens me. You're actually one of a handful of youtubers I wished would keep on making videos forever, though unrealistic, I know. You will be missed.
I HAD FUN 💔
But I understand your decision, and wish you the best in whatever new project you persue, you'll have my support ❤ It was a good run!
I honestly really liked the baking videos.
I’m sad you’re leaving, but I’ve loved your channel and I’ve had fun! But I’m glad you’re doing what makes you happy x
And yes, I will continue to be absolute trash on your Instagram, you’re an amazing person ❤️
#thankyoubazpierce
Seriously, have always loved the channel. Hate to see you go, but it's understandable.
Oh no!!! The video that got me onto you was the video from a while back where you said “they found bin laden....IN HIS HOUSE!” I thought, “this kid is brilliant!” I just hopped on to see if you had posted anything new and I’m a couple years late. Good luck to you, Barry. I wish you the best.
I think this video marks the point at which my life began to spiral into chaos.
Thank you. For all the videos and laughs. I definitely had fun too. I’ll listen to a dubstep Enya remix in your honour. (wow #tbt) 💕
I will miss your videos . Wishing you all the best . Xx
This post is old now. I didn't realize you'd posted in the last year. I hadn't been visiting RUclips much for quite some time, until recently. I feel as if I've watched you grow up. You were so young when you started. You were such a sweet boy, and then later extremely funny and entertaining! I have greatly enjoyed your videos. You really do have a talent for being in front of a camera, and you express yourself with both wit and intelligence. I do hope you are finding your way Barry :).
awww.... i just discovered your vids! They are totally fun!! I'm sad you've grown out of this, but I understand. Happy to continue following you on Goodreads as we agree so often about books... but these videos are comedy gold and you make me wanna read everything you talk about, heh. You could have a real career on TV hosting something, anything... if you wanted :)
I have to say as much as I understand and respect your wishes, I'm very sad to see you go. I always greatly enjoyed your videos from the very beginning.
My hope is that, although this may be your final video on RUclips, that it's not ultimately your final video ever. =(
Very entertaining swan's song. It's good to recognize when it's time to move on.
Hope you’re doing well in life
Wow I got excited about all the videos to come because of the whole patreon thing but here we are. I am not mad I am just miserable. I would much rather be mad.
I've been a follower since the VERY beginning.
I can remember your older channel "Barrysbooks" and a bookshelf tour on this older channel. I'm sure you mentioned a Steinbeck book of letters which you said was given to you by your English teacher. This was probably 2009 or 2010.
Please reupload these for comedic and nostalgic purposes.
WILL MISS YOU
I miss you Barry
My frienda cry over 1D breaking up but the end of this channel is REAL pain and inner turmoil
I had all the funN thanks baby
Heartbroken 💔
Come back, please. I just discovered you now.
I only discovered you just now but I think I’ll still miss you.
Is the patreon staying up? I’ll still send u my money just coz I love u
Loved your videos. I feel like this is a break up 💔😭 But I indeed had fun.
Eventually we will see your mugshot on a tv screen so it's all good.
my heart is dead
This is so sad Barry! This site will truly suffer in your absence. Without your charming cynicism and wit I know that my days will certainly become far more bland. Thank you for making me laugh, thank you for making me more honest and thank you for all of those book recommendations. Thank god you're still on other platforms, because you truly are a star and shall be sorely missed here on youtube.
I HAD FUN. PLENTY OF IT
I had fun, you lovely, lovely person. Thank you for seven years of wonderful, sarcastic, sardonic content. I wish you the best in everything that comes your way from here on out ^_^ I'll see you on Instagram and think of you everytime I listen to ABBA.