Simon Amstell - Do Nothing Live

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@forshizzlemywizzle 5 жыл бұрын

This is still one of my favourite (and in my opinion, one of the best) solo shows of all time. He was doing vulnerability before it was cool, and when it was definitely off brand for him. What an amazing thing this show was.

@TLOU238 11 ай бұрын

Same!

@user-ys3nx2rh6z 10 ай бұрын

I learned English by watching his videos, absolutely love it.

@lukemclellan2141 6 жыл бұрын

"You can't change other people. All you can do is let go of your limited perspective of them." - Powerful Simon Amstell

@MayaJagger 8 жыл бұрын

This stand-up was somewhere between a stand-up and a TEDx talk XD

@MayaJagger 8 жыл бұрын

I know! I think it might be one of the best stand-ups I've ever seen! It's persona but not in an irritating sort of way

@fangbanger3556 5 жыл бұрын

Talking to ourselves, are we?

@fangbanger3556 5 жыл бұрын

Shhhh! Don't butt in!

@quickstrike7777 4 жыл бұрын

Mayart , obviously, there is something wrong with you (considering you were typing to yourself).

@elonwhatever 4 жыл бұрын

@@quickstrike7777 is there though?

@sleuthed 9 жыл бұрын

simon is so adorable. i can relate a lot to lots of this, lmao. social anxiety fucks you up

@presa609 8 жыл бұрын

+sleuthed He's alright. Though I hear, within his delivery. the dominant influence in his life was his Grandmother . Maybe he might read Narcisus and Goldmund and give heterosexuality a chance. He seems to be missing the ability to look favorably upon women.

@gingganggoolie 8 жыл бұрын

+Dan V. "might give heterosexuality a chance" I hope you're joking

@presa609 8 жыл бұрын

Why would anyone hope for insincerity? It's you that needs understanding.

@gingganggoolie 8 жыл бұрын

+Dan V. A joke isn't the same as insincerity. No point starting an argument. Some people can't be convinced

@noneofyourbusiness8252 8 жыл бұрын

+Dan V. Who are you? Freud?

@marp1517 3 жыл бұрын

This monologue should be framed and kept in the british museum 🤣🥰

@LolaWestham 5 ай бұрын

Ive been his fan for 10 years. And just last Sunday I saw his work in progress which he started with « I am quite happy » . he talked about having a boyfriend and having a pretty blissful life + jokes. But it was a delightful experience as if the circle was drawn and this part of his healing journey has come to a happy end ☺️

@leirgauk 9 жыл бұрын

It's such a joy to see someone who over-analyzes shit as much as I do!

@OoYesIKnowOoYesIKnow 9 жыл бұрын

Whose that, then leir?

@leirgauk 9 жыл бұрын

OoYesIKnowOoYesIKnow What?

@OoYesIKnowOoYesIKnow 9 жыл бұрын

leirgauk Whose that then? Who over-analyzes shit as much as you do ?

@leirgauk 9 жыл бұрын

OoYesIKnowOoYesIKnow Who do you think!? OBVIOUSLY the guy in this video who ISN'T Simon Amstell, DUHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!

@OoYesIKnowOoYesIKnow 9 жыл бұрын

leirgauk Obviously you aren't very analytical at all, you were not able to answer my question, in the first instance. . I'd guess the comedian is more competent than you are, at many things. . Deux !

@EnzoFoove 8 жыл бұрын

"there's no one more thin or vulnerable than Jesus Christ" I LOST IT

@Dako108 4 жыл бұрын

In his Netflix special he still has his vulnerability, but he seems much happier, more carefree. more integrated and confident. It's nice to see his personal evolution over that span of several years.

@ChrisMcKennaCMK 9 жыл бұрын

Most interesting stand up I've seen in years. Funny, touching and inspiring.

@OfficialFingazMC 5 жыл бұрын

This was like therapy for me...

@alexfenton229 Жыл бұрын

His stand up is magnificent! I love the way he uses his fears and sense of inadequacy in life but then threads them through his development and lightbulb moments. This was a seriously therapeutic piece of stand up for me.

@ohnotagain851 2 жыл бұрын

This man is the only one I keep rewatching out of all the stand up shows and I've seen a lot. I adore his sense of humor and his mind in general. God I wish there were at least 20 of these....I don't even laugh at most stand up shows but this one...this is the one that kept me laughing and I am a woman, I can only relate to some parts but still...it's just so, so good.

@thecultofjohnnydelr.soulsw7010 2 жыл бұрын

He's homosexual 🤦🏻‍♂️

@roshantulsiani7575 8 жыл бұрын

This ends so beautifully...it closes very well ...like a beautiful pattern!.......ALSO, this is comedy and philosophy and self help - which is so fresh!

@DelfinaHanna 9 жыл бұрын

this was the hardest i've ever laughed while watching a stand up comedy show. i think i've found my favorite stand up comedian.

@MrAlanFresco Жыл бұрын

I've only just realised upon re-watching this that the friend who says "we must join you" is surely Russell Brand

@autumnatic 4 жыл бұрын

"Your beauty in Requiem for a Dream detracted from the narrative!" This is how I feel about Aidan Turner in everything he's done.

@kitty.m2088 7 жыл бұрын

I genuinely found this so uplifting despite the apocalyptic undertones

@PhillyFrank1 6 жыл бұрын

Such an uncanny visage -- and a perfect description of self-narration, over-analysis of social situations, and magical thinking. His taste in men -- thin and vulnerable -- definitely resonates with me. Hope he finds what he's after. Despite his self-deprecation, I'd bet he's a catch and fun in the sack. He's brilliant and adorable and I wish he'd been around when I was younger.

@julian_frazer 5 жыл бұрын

I rewatch his maybe once every eight months or so. Always gold

@OhCmonItsFunny 9 жыл бұрын

"There's nothing we can do about the fact that he was 18. There's nothing you can do, there's nothing the police can do...." LOL

@IdahoDali 4 жыл бұрын

I am near mute with long hair and learning difficulties. It's actually really, really comforting to know that someone could find this attractive.

@KR-xd2rz 7 жыл бұрын

He is an amazingly beautiful soul.

@campasjamie 6 жыл бұрын

he was totally in love with ben whishaw

@summer2011leggo 9 жыл бұрын

This guy is my spirit animal!! His shows are better very late at night I don't really know why

@99lum 7 жыл бұрын

It's fascinating to watch someone be so honest about themselves. The jokes almost ruin it. Shows you how fucked society is that this particular show is such a unique experience. Not to detract from Amstell's genius. No other comedian could pull off this stand up. Truly inspiring. Jolly good show. Maybe get some therapy though before you turn into a Bond villain...

@everwhat013 5 жыл бұрын

he is hilarious. anybody else here after watching him on netflix?

@heyimrobee 5 жыл бұрын

#metoo

@jakehix8132 5 жыл бұрын

Nope. But I'm headed to Netflix. Thanks.

@gemini31011 5 жыл бұрын

@@jakehix8132 did you go? Saw Set free yesterday.

@FA8T 5 жыл бұрын

Waves

@Niphredyl 4 жыл бұрын

No, i was obsessed with never mind the buzzcock when i was younger

@dutchess2121 3 ай бұрын

God I love him. Favorite comedian. It's just so comforting to listen to.

@ElizabethLCRandom 9 жыл бұрын

"But when I danced people heard" so hilarious

@MrSlothJunior 4 жыл бұрын

@Qiqi Wang It probably doesn't mean anything. Dancing is not meant to be heard that's why it's funny. He wasn't good at the things he did, but when he danced, people heard. It's just an unexpected and partially nonsensical remark with good delivery. Not to say that you can't dance loudly by stamping, being vocal, or the like.

@SubZXD 3 жыл бұрын

@Qiqi Wang Some people never get any attention from the public untill they do one big act. And they often use the line "when I did this, everyone heard" as if to signify that people are paying attention to them now. He's parodying the line by saying his dancing was so uncoordinated and loud, they all heard it

@namnamlee3261 7 жыл бұрын

I started learning English to understand his comedy entirely. He is amazing.

@eleanortaylor4768 6 жыл бұрын

namnam lee hope that's going well for you :) I'd love to learn another language one day

@Clip7heApex 4 жыл бұрын

@@eleanortaylor4768 Why wait for that elusive day? Just start... now. Pick one and start learning it. I was going to say good luck but it isn't about luck it's about doing.

@rainblaze. 4 жыл бұрын

Eleanor Taylor yeah I'd love to learn french.... such a beautiful language its like talking cutesy-coo but without the sex..... not that theres anything wrong with that..... well not if your doing it right anyway😶

@alinacalm 4 жыл бұрын

same here! I remember watching this show back in the day with subtitles in my native language and now I can watch this and understand everything :)

@bonybackbailey 5 жыл бұрын

This stand-up changed me

@johndifrancisco3642 5 жыл бұрын

I am SO happy I clicked on this. He's AMAZING!! My mood went up and down and up and down. 2010 it was made, I looked, but I'd still be to old for him :( I hope he gets or has his Mr. Right.

@BeatlesBiitch 5 жыл бұрын

Simon Amstell is incredibly funny, I can't wait to see more from him

@dragoncurveenthusiast 6 жыл бұрын

I've never heard of him before, but I absolutely love his humor. And him a bit.

@MP-uz9xi 7 жыл бұрын

I am female and hopelessly in love with you Simon. You are a genius. I'll settle for being the greatest of friends....

@fangbanger3556 5 жыл бұрын

Ugh... you have GAS. Grace Adler Syndrome.

@TheActualCathal 6 жыл бұрын

I was watching this as about 5am, felt like I was having a stroke when he spent two minutes trying to say my name.

@margaritaiov330 5 жыл бұрын

Do I Know You WHAT IS YOUR NAME!?

@roshantulsiani7575 8 жыл бұрын

real talent. this is real talent! this is my reference of what talent looks like.

@OhCmonItsFunny 9 жыл бұрын

I love this guy. The only thing that bothers me is that he says he's so lonely and then recounts the MANY stories of when he was out with his friends/lovers. He has to be the most well connected "lonely" person ever. I'm sure it helps to be amazingly good looking like he is-dear god, I'd pick him over Jared Leto any day.

@SnoopPixel 9 жыл бұрын

***** You can go out with friends and have sex and still feel alone inside yo, trust that.

@OhCmonItsFunny 9 жыл бұрын

Perp Derp Nah, I saw a interview with this guy and they asked him point blank, are you really lonely or is it just an act? Paraphrasing he said, back when he was younger and had not grown into his looks life was difficult and that's where he gets those jokes from, but now being a an internationally known comedian and excepting his own personality/physical identify he no longer feels that way most of the time.

@NYJALB 9 жыл бұрын

***** I saw him on the tube once...having watched this, I wish I'd said hello to him now.....8-)

@---fi2ml 9 жыл бұрын

this is my favourite stand up video ever

@AECSRQ 6 жыл бұрын

Nice blend of humor, philosophy, spirituality, and vulnerability. The influence of his mate Russell Brand is clear.

@alexh8983 5 жыл бұрын

Magnificent, Loved every second of it.

@niall2775 4 жыл бұрын

Got so invested in the story that i forgot he was actually talking about someone who didn't even exist lol

@kristi.s9922 5 жыл бұрын

i am crying and laughing through and through. He is a fantastic comedian. And best host of Never mind the.....I would like to see him back...anywhere.

@zeldagoblin 8 жыл бұрын

He sort of reminds me of Russel Brand, but without arrogance and ego, and much more relatable.

@moopr 6 жыл бұрын

So... he's a British comedian is what you're saying? (Badum-bum tss)

@nitaigauranga3849 6 жыл бұрын

and actually funny, charismatic and not a twat?

@punkisinthedetails1470 5 жыл бұрын

@@moopr XD yes.

@davesvens8697 5 жыл бұрын

Russel is a fucking idiot.

@lindamaygregory 5 жыл бұрын

Russell Brand is fabulous now. He has really got his act together and contributing. He used to irritate me but now I really like him. Clever guy.

@FutureChaosTV 7 жыл бұрын

"Also, I worked really hard since about the age of fourteen to get to wherever the hell I am today, so if she is taking any enjoyment out of my work I think I have earned her child" Had me in tears :-))))

@haroldgraham4441 10 ай бұрын

He is fantastic

@mfsperring 7 жыл бұрын

Wow what a great show. I have a whole new view of him now.

@AndromedaHadoukenbreakherlegs 7 жыл бұрын

Omg, I relate to him so much. He's kind of amazing.

@nicoleyatawara5825 6 жыл бұрын

that ending, that made all the self-deprecating and humiliating stuff so so worth it. what a wonderful human being.

@joshuafraser6026 6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely wonderful. Thank you, I needed to see this.

@PeterBurt58 6 жыл бұрын

Brilliant performance, thanks for posting.

@JohnyBuzzkillKidd 9 жыл бұрын

That was much better than I thought it would be. Well worth watching

@AlmiNia 8 жыл бұрын

Jesse Eisenberg is really good at standup.

@SamuelBoy1991 8 жыл бұрын

+AlmiNia Hahaha... halarious, never noticed that he looks like Jesse... and the actor that he has a crush on (Ben Whishaw), I've always felt to be the British Jesse Eisenberg.

@seriously3025 8 жыл бұрын

Shit In batman Vs superman though simon, shame on you

@DasKarussel 8 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU! I've been confused for a long time about Michael Cera and Jesse Isenberg, and then Simon Amstell pops up and now in my mind this is so fucked up.

@briankelly8697 7 жыл бұрын

AlmiNia I thought Jesse Eisenberg and Michael Cera as soon as he came out

@m786sohaib 7 жыл бұрын

AlmiNia hahahaha i was looking for this comment.

@TheGomezdotcom 9 жыл бұрын

Simon Amstell is the real life Patrick from Perks of Being A Wallflower

@EliKat94 7 жыл бұрын

thank you! I knew he reminded me of someone but I couldn't figure it out

@loucaskaterinahadjiyiangou7473 7 жыл бұрын

midnightsnowangelmnf

@shrubhosale 6 жыл бұрын

oh yes!!

@joskimengstrom2853 5 жыл бұрын

Now he's an obscurio

@timothyfloogle 4 жыл бұрын

No! That mantle is still on the shoulders of the actor!

@bernardwallace435 5 жыл бұрын

This was really good! Being my first time hearing/seeing Simon, im pleased and hope to find more of his stazndup!

@clairerivers4607 7 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure I've ever watched anything better than this. ❤️

@laurencelikeit459 4 жыл бұрын

I do not recall how this found me, but am very glad it did. This fellow is well worth watching. Now I am off to find more of him. LOL :)

@jamescoffee2741 4 жыл бұрын

I've never seen this person before, but I like what I hear. "the battles already been won", "oh look at me I'm a helicopter"!!!

@Fwhiskey 9 жыл бұрын

It was quite touching and moving at the end there

@mintyulip 8 жыл бұрын

i love him so much, i always find myself relating to his anecdotes

@piramaniak 8 жыл бұрын

My god this is genius!

@panop1725 4 жыл бұрын

He is my favorite person on the planet.

@politesociety 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service.

@MlMZY630 5 жыл бұрын

Waking Life has been my favorite film for years... I can't believe I just heard it referenced. Such shock!

@ghjfghj8318 7 жыл бұрын

60 people had an existential crisis thanks to this.

@yaojiang9221 5 жыл бұрын

I’m not very into those stand up comedians who are just being cynical and sarcastic and use such characters to make money. I personally really like Simon’s standup which genuinely makes me feel that he’s as sad and detached as I am, and he’s not using them as advantages.

@drsalka 7 жыл бұрын

I just discovered Simon after watching Carnage. What have i been doing all this time, i wonder. 🙏🏻💜

@cherylfanson1815 6 жыл бұрын

drsalka carnage is brilliant!

@belfastroastmaster3847 6 жыл бұрын

Have you seen him in Never Mind the Buzzcocks?

@cosmiclounge 5 жыл бұрын

Beautifully written.

@ladycrystalr-u.s.a 3 жыл бұрын

Awww, just an awkward boy who wants to share his sink(s). So sweet.

@alimac1052 5 жыл бұрын

Beautifully crafted!

@keyzersoze2834 4 жыл бұрын

Genius! It's rare to fine brilliant comedians these days.

@Xosidhe 7 жыл бұрын

This show is amazing

@anaritacosta7833 9 жыл бұрын

His crush on Ben Whishaw is just perfect.

@MelliaBoomBot 4 жыл бұрын

a delicate soul with lovely hair

@OhhSoSophie 7 жыл бұрын

I have actually never heard someone speak about things in a way that resonates like this with me fuck man me and Simon amstell are like .... the same... the thoughts about not living in the moment and describing that "memory" to someone else in the future and liking deathly skinny people and so much in between. Im shook rn

@FinlayLavery303 7 жыл бұрын

"Death is coming, death is coming, death is coming" sums up 2016 pretty well.

@VengeanceBG 6 жыл бұрын

I watched it for a second time and I liked it even more.

@TheLadyDelirium 5 жыл бұрын

Anyone still watching this is 2019?

@michaelreay2820 5 жыл бұрын

Yep.still laughing too

@wilbersays4633 5 жыл бұрын

Yes. April 2019

@lindamaygregory 5 жыл бұрын

I am indeed! ☺

@racheledwards7113 5 жыл бұрын

Yep July 2019

@bernardwallace435 5 жыл бұрын

Im about to!! Ive never heard(of) this dude before but the "thumbs up" to "thumbs down" ratio of the video looks good. Even more encouraging(and _extremely_ surprising) is the fact the comment section is overwhelmingly positive. _Who are you and what have you done with the _*_real_*_ YT comment section?!?!?_ hehehehe

@Kyrmana 7 жыл бұрын

I'd like to hug him

@fangbanger3556 5 жыл бұрын

DIBS!

@user-qp5vt6kd8w 5 жыл бұрын

Simon is charming by showing his weakness. I found surprising that people now talking about self awareness, buddhism and such stuff in the stand up. Seems like it becoming more common. Am I understood right that he is 30? Than wow. Thank you so much. I had a pleasant time watching.

@sfjlss 6 жыл бұрын

such a lovely human

@andrewiangillies 6 жыл бұрын

So much genius here. Where is he these days? Seems like he should be in the public consciousness a lot more than he is.

@shrubhosale 6 жыл бұрын

That was brilliant. This man, idk when I hear someone like him I have this feeling while I'm looking at them like they know something.

@tcvttcvt4305 8 жыл бұрын

thanks for the upload !

@ModularMoose 4 жыл бұрын

Never be timid: death is coming.

@bahhumbug9824 Жыл бұрын

This was 12 yrs ago??? I'm just discovering Simon Amstell now and this was fantastic. Does he still perform?

@TLOU238 Жыл бұрын

He does. I went to see his show spirit hole last year, it was great.

@magpie405 6 жыл бұрын

I love him!!!

@Umbrella2 8 жыл бұрын

He is really cute.

@miriamwilson9542 4 жыл бұрын

Most excellent young man.

@matador4964 5 жыл бұрын

if this is stand up /comedy/, why was i crying the entire time?

@greykollasunneva 6 жыл бұрын

oh my lord, you're my new favorite.

@redrumax 9 жыл бұрын

He is so brilliant lol

@only1utdanditsleeds 8 жыл бұрын

Clever. Articulate. Interesting. Gay comedians who"s whole act is about being gay, black comedians about being black, predictable, boring boring boring. This guy, self deprecating, thoughtful, intelligent, confidently insecure in a very real likeable way.

@sew154 7 жыл бұрын

only1utdanditsleeds , its not about being gay, its about relationships, and he just happens to be gay

@only1utdanditsleeds 7 жыл бұрын

I entirely agree and if you read my comment again you might see that was the point I was trying to make....obviously not very effectively.

@sew154 7 жыл бұрын

only1utdanditsleeds just re read your comment, and yeah i agree with what you saying, i missed the last bit

@hol-upLIL-bit 7 жыл бұрын

only1utdanditsleeds I understand you can relate a lot to him etc etc but you can't deny he's like the others that he's wrapped in his culture. he have a harder time making people laugh if they were all black.

@Tiger-Baby 6 жыл бұрын

only1utdanditsleeds watch him hosting never mind the buzzcocks. Totally different lol. Love Simon Amstell

@nigelheathcote6084 4 жыл бұрын

One of the best, thanks Simon 😂

@LordmonkeyTRM 6 жыл бұрын

I have a huge Simon Amstell shaped hole in my life, I wish he was still on TV, I would watch it again if he was... Actually no wait... I wouldn't watch it on TV I would just wait til someone posted here. LOL Like I would actually watch TV...Yeah I'm going watch TV right between reading a newspaper and listening to the gramophone . A.I.R??

@Niphredyl 6 жыл бұрын

Jesus Christiano I used to be addicted to Nevermind the Buzzcocks, with him being the host