Steve Martin (Paul Simon Tribute) - 2002 Kennedy Center Honors

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Steve Martin gives a hilarious tribute to his friend and 2002 Honoree Paul Simon.
The Kennedy Center Honors is an annual honor given to those in the performing arts for their lifetime of contributions to American culture.
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@abhy301 2 жыл бұрын

'this is nor the time or place' is a classic Steve Martin delivery. He had used it on multiple occasions. Still feeling fresh, though.

@keesvdstaaij Жыл бұрын

Martin Short also uses it

@Scott-qe4wy Жыл бұрын

And the line, "I don't use genius very often........I just thought I'd mention that.

@jerrydean1441 Жыл бұрын

@@keesvdstaaij f7

@2legit64 4 жыл бұрын

Every now and then, over the years, I've had to come back to this clip. Steve Martin was on fire that night.

@el7jake 3 жыл бұрын

@Maryln Mcvey And this matters to me because....Oh, that's right. It doesn't. And can we assume that you now have one less friend?!?

@roncoghlan8196 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely hilarious!!

@NewWorldDAO Жыл бұрын

@@roncoghlan8196 You are going to jail for sucking Austin and Luke Francis dick all these years yes? Are you going to jail for sucking Prince Edward‘s dick all these years yes? are you going to jail for sucking prince prince Andrews dick all these years yes? are you going to jail for hanging out with princess Dianne all these years with her kids not knowing it?

@marklancaster2640 Жыл бұрын

@@el7jake u by no

@Maxid1 Жыл бұрын

So much so that Richard Pryor avoided him that night, and for about a week after.

@hiimdan57 3 жыл бұрын

I think it’s a testament to how great Steve Martin is when an amazing man such as James Earl Jones is star struck.

@bossfan49 2 жыл бұрын

Was he star struck? I see a man laughing at another man's jokes.

@email4664 Жыл бұрын

@@bossfan49 There was a clear admiration and sense of adulation, but you will likely spend more time looking up what that means than you will spend actually EVOLVING. Stay buried in your own colon

@WBCRO 2 жыл бұрын

“It’s been nice being a citizen.” That line slays me every time.

@melissaforknerlesher9463 3 жыл бұрын

Back in the days when a President could celebrate the accomplishments of someone else other than himself, especially our artists, our creative minds, and thinkers!

@el7jake 3 жыл бұрын

Well, I wouldn't have used "accomplishments" when writing about the person to whom you refer. I think "bragging about his PERCEIVED accomplishments" might have been more accurate.

@patrickmorgan4006 2 жыл бұрын

Back in the days when a President could remember the names of the people being honored.

@eagarde 2 жыл бұрын

From a time when a President wasn't a pedophile

@eclecticmusica 2 жыл бұрын

@@patrickmorgan4006 Why are you even here. Steve is a left wing liberal.

@patrickmorgan4006 2 жыл бұрын

@@eclecticmusica I thought this was a public website and everyone was allowed to comment. Sorry if I was wrong. It was an f-ing joke. Laces out Dan!

@mikesteele3721 4 жыл бұрын

Steve Martin is the best! Love his delivery....what a master comedian

@poeha007 4 жыл бұрын

THE best comedy speech EVER!!!!! I salute you, Steve Martin. You´re the best.

@Simonchez 2 жыл бұрын

Interestingly, Steve Carrell's Kennedy Center Honours speech for Steve Martin was better than this.

@poeha007 2 жыл бұрын

@@Simonchez Ofcourse you know that's not true.

@derkommissar785 2 жыл бұрын

guess you haven't heard 1. Jon Stewart tribute to Springsteen or 2. Rick Wakeman acceptance speech RnR Hall of Fame

@shadowdawg04 2 жыл бұрын

Steve Martin's speech for Tom Hanks AFI award...awesome.

@marc7491 Жыл бұрын

The best "speech" was Billy Crystal's eulogy of Mohammed Ali at his funeral.

@igsigsolutions5248 2 жыл бұрын

This is timeless. I've lost count the number of times I've viewed this. Again and again.

@1godonlyone119 Жыл бұрын

Same here -- I laugh so hard every time!

@jplmedley Жыл бұрын

because it's perfect

@PlanetEarth3141 2 жыл бұрын

"I don't often mention the word genius very often. I just thought I'd mention it." Up to that point I was simply chuckling at Steve. At that point I started laughing in my recliner and a tear formed.

@AndrewJens Жыл бұрын

Oh dear; could you get it stitched?

@PlanetEarth3141 Жыл бұрын

@@AndrewJens No. It's a very cheap recliner bought for delivery from Amazon. It's probably made in China. It's a super thin imitation of black leather. It's not repairable. I'll probably cover it with a blanket to keep the already growing damage from spreading until I can get a better quality recliner.

@AndrewJens Жыл бұрын

@@PlanetEarth3141 (I was considering a tear to your person.)

@PlanetEarth3141 Жыл бұрын

@@AndrewJens 😂

@Arnuuld 5 жыл бұрын

Love it. Also James Earl Jones seems to have the night of his life :)

@Oscar3 2 жыл бұрын

There two ways to be a comedian, Steve Martin's way and everybody else's way.

@sriramkalaga9300 26 күн бұрын

Classic Comedy! I've watched this 20 times already and always come back for one more time! This is what a genius sounds like!

@fedebjalways 10 ай бұрын

I have seen many Steve Martin clips on KZfaq over the years… the guy always delivers… what a brilliant comedian!!

@chrisarseneault5617 5 ай бұрын

I've seen Paul Simon in concert I think maybe 3 to 4 times and he is absolutely fantastic

@nonstoprocker5377 8 ай бұрын

His timing is so sublime...The master of setting up the audience....!!

@Stevedrums741 Жыл бұрын

The Streisand line is still remarkably funny. Only twenty years ago when we could still laugh at each other.

@TimeIdle 3 жыл бұрын

Paul's amused reactions to Steve's jokes show that he knows the guy too well.

@user-im9xq7fp5r 2 жыл бұрын

never a dull moment with Steve Martin, can play music, act, even dance. His Pennies from heaven movie literally and pleasantly surprised me.

@chasbodaniels1744 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, PFH was remarkable, especially given his wild and crazy guy image at the time. Very sweet and touching film.

@briane5706 Жыл бұрын

His work in The Jerk, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, L.A. Story and especially Dead Men Don’t Wear Plaid has set him as a great actor as well.

@1godonlyone119 Жыл бұрын

He knocks it out of the park with he first sentence, and then keeps them coming -- genius!

@jamesarduini2688 4 жыл бұрын

If I need a good laugh-out-loud complete with tears, I always come back to Steve

@ckp2ator389 3 ай бұрын

What a terrific tribute! Humor mixed with the usual accolades. I'm glad Paul Simon counts Steve Martin among his friends, such that he could do it, to the huge enjoyment of the audience then, and us now.

@stephengiese7549 2 жыл бұрын

Priceless speech! It is funny, cute and honorable to one of the greatest American composers. I have always enjoyed his music either solo or with art. Heard his songs many times on the radio. Have his greatest hits and Graceland lol. The reactions from the audience shows their love for Steve's speech. Thanks utube

@myronjenkins9788 2 жыл бұрын

Steve is so good at these occasions, among other events, such as Oscar hosting.

@rasalghul9331 3 жыл бұрын

Steve Martin such a master on stage

@komoleeray687 3 жыл бұрын

I don’t use the word “genius” very often.....I just wanted to mention that....also...Steve Martin is the greatest comedian of all time ..just wanted to say that

@OSD_Chicago 6 ай бұрын

I can watch this over and over watching James Earl Jones busting a gut laughing. 😂😂😂

@steffenbrix Ай бұрын

World's best comedian, ever.

@paulasher8257 2 жыл бұрын

He totally killed it!! Great job Steve!

@eargasm1072 2 жыл бұрын

A small guy but a huge, boundless musical talent....love your music Paul, with or without Art. Keep it going!!

@josephkelley8641 Жыл бұрын

yet another Steve Home Run -- and at The Kennedy Center no less!

@mariac6340 2 жыл бұрын

Classic. Genius. I go back to this clip all the time.

@fischermoor1 19 күн бұрын

If your feeling down, Steve Martin with his with & charm & comedy tone he will cheer you up!

@mward0001 Жыл бұрын

Steve Martin's delivery is the best and I never get tired of listening to him, in fact, I just want to slip a slice of baloney in each of my shoes so I feel funny just listening to him!!!! Thank you Steve.

@mrjones29 3 жыл бұрын

From one legend to another. Fantastic tribute.

@stephenmccollum1391 4 жыл бұрын

George, James and Paul loving every bit of this.

@davidwilson599 4 жыл бұрын

One of the greatest songwriters of all time!!!

@The22on 3 жыл бұрын

He may be, but this is neither the time nor the place to mention it! :)

@canalkevinjordan 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, his hit King Tut will be cherished for ages to come

@jamessgian7691 Жыл бұрын

Steve Martin is okay on the banjo, but greatest songwriter of all time is a bit much. 😊

@chrimespayce982 8 ай бұрын

yes of course. and Paul SImon too.

@2011littleguy 4 жыл бұрын

Steve Martin's speech shows why he got the Mark Twain prize for comedy. By the way, many people mention Mark Twain, but few have read more than books of his we were forced to read in school. Try reading his LETTERS FROM THE EARTH to see the range of his wit and knowledge. It's online for free.

@scottcurrie 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, and his biography of Joan of Arc

@trainier Жыл бұрын

A legendary artist paying tribute to a legendary artist. I will continue to rewatch this amazing entertainment.

@sharonaldridge3332 6 жыл бұрын

So delightful.. and funny.. we salute Paul Simon..and.. yes..Steve. :)

@maxharrison257 Жыл бұрын

Hello there Sharon Nice meeting you here

@Matt71439 25 күн бұрын

flawless!

@DannyBkyn 8 ай бұрын

Steve Martin is ALWAYS funny.

@tomallen5837 Жыл бұрын

Not sure why this came into my feed but it's pretty cool. The whole cast of characters looking much younger than they are today. I even saw a younger Burt Bacharach, RIP. Steve Martin is hysterical.

@mallow173 Жыл бұрын

Who doesn't love Steve!! He's a total Blast!!

@MrHtowntrucker 5 жыл бұрын

Love me some Steve Martin.

@tjPennings 5 ай бұрын

Even his entering stride is precision. Jones and others smile in anticipation - - they know the quality coming.

@dennisspruill1909 5 ай бұрын

Paul Simons reactions are priceless!

@jdogcisco1 9 ай бұрын

Brilliant. Steve Martin is great!

@EdExTechur 3 ай бұрын

I met Steve once many years back. Not much of a conversation becuase, at the time, he was holding a banjo. That was an exceptional moment, as well. He's a wild and crazy guy.

@jmg999 4 ай бұрын

This is one of the best speeches ever.

@taydrabrookshire347 4 жыл бұрын

Steve Martin: “Thank You” Me: AHHHHH MY HEART!!!

@NULUSIOS 2 жыл бұрын

Legends seem to hang out with each other.

@mikeyk212 Жыл бұрын

Paul is a genius an so is Steve Martin

@geraldinegomes7490 10 ай бұрын

Steve Martin you are a GENIUS COMEDIAN!!!

@Zensci18 Ай бұрын

Holy shit that was a good set

@mauricemeijers7956 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant speech.

@dougwebster1813 3 жыл бұрын

If this is not one of the funniest bits ever recorded I'll eat my hat!

@larslindegren5632 6 ай бұрын

Paul should really give Steve some credit for helping him to be so successful!

@richardwalker9826 2 жыл бұрын

Steve knocked it out of the ballpark with those funnytributous jokes!!!!!!!!!

@michaelireland7239 Жыл бұрын

i dont use the word genius,, i just thought id mention that ,, kills me everytime ,thanks steve martin you sir are a comic genius, and one more thing i just adored your work in dirty rotten scoundrels, that was pure artistry

@knowwhere4185 3 жыл бұрын

What a genius...we don't have many left

@GiorgiAkhalaia 2 жыл бұрын

Steve Martin you are the Genius !!!

@luishumbertovega3900 3 жыл бұрын

Steve is so 1-derful !!! Timing is the most important element in comedy and this guy is the Master, the absolute best !!! Every aspiring comedian should learn some lessons from this video.

@chasbodaniels1744 2 жыл бұрын

There can be only one Steeevee, however.

@luishumbertovega3900 2 жыл бұрын

@@chasbodaniels1744 Agreed !!! That crazy guy is unique, so talented !!!

@MobinAziziFakhr 4 жыл бұрын

"nice being a citizen" 🤣🤣

@dak2327 2 жыл бұрын

Well done, Mr. Martin!

@randybailin4902 2 жыл бұрын

"I don't use the word genius very often. I just thought I'd mention that."

@cummingreviews 2 жыл бұрын

I love the fact President Bush has such a great sense of humour.

@chasbodaniels1744 2 жыл бұрын

For all his political failings, he’s supposed to be one of the coolest guys to have a bee…. whoops, he’s a recovering alcoholic, so let’s say “coffee” instead.

@sundareshvenugopal6575 3 жыл бұрын

There can be no fire without fuel. That Paul Simon's humorous song should serve as decent cattle fodder enough to inspire and to draw out some of the best comedy lines that a front-runner if not in-fact also a trail blazer of modern day comedy has delivered, is in itself a true testament to the versatile lyrical genius and ability of Paul Simon. Work always speaks for itself, and although there is much said about grace and even if it not be apart from work, not much of it is any good.

@patrickmorgan4006 2 жыл бұрын

I think you meant "cannon fodder", not "cattle fodder"?

@sundareshvenugopal6575 2 жыл бұрын

Thank goodness , I didn't.

@patrickmorgan4006 2 жыл бұрын

@@sundareshvenugopal6575 I don't think you understand the meaning of the terms.

@sundareshvenugopal6575 2 жыл бұрын

If it means what it really means, which hopefully is also what the dictionary defines it to mean, then I don't think you do. But it is more like shining in reflected light.

@patrickmorgan4006 2 жыл бұрын

@@sundareshvenugopal6575 Whatever you say.

@cmcinnis3746 Жыл бұрын

Steve is GREAT!

@CoachingHigher 5 жыл бұрын

1:14 Love how EVERYONE is in stitches. Men, women, democrats, republicans...

@iamtheralwus 4 жыл бұрын

Comedy genius!

@Caduceus0508 5 жыл бұрын

Genius

@seanwebb605 2 жыл бұрын

Wow. The audience had a sitting president, two presidential nominees and an actual Kennedy that was a direct relation to a president.

@MJR-2000 Жыл бұрын

Steve Martin is a comical genius.

@lilyjo3248 Жыл бұрын

i would be so honored to have steve martin give a speech about me

@vailima49aston99 3 жыл бұрын

Steve Martin is Comedy Gold

@jmalko9152 2 жыл бұрын

That is one wild and crazy guy.

@Gregorydeon 2 жыл бұрын

I have never understood Steve's comedy but this... THIS is absolute gold...

@jkta97 Жыл бұрын

I've always preferred the Steve Martin persona more than his actual stand-up routines, and his personality here is hilarious.

@garymclaughin Жыл бұрын

Very good 👍

@MANDEE7962 3 жыл бұрын

I’m just having fun spotting the same celebs in these clips no matter what year...I’ve spotted Glenn close and Christine baranski in nearly all of them

@lizziehan13 2 жыл бұрын

James Earl Jones reactions are the best part of this.

@alann5003 5 ай бұрын

"I'm cooking a chicken". I hope he got royalties. 😂😂

@josephkelley8641 Жыл бұрын

What an opening line/delivery - wonder if this came to Steve right away - or he considered a lot of different ways-to-go. Fooled the shit out of me, as I thought Steve was going down the dignified/ceremonial Road.

@2cozmick25 10 ай бұрын

I'm not gonna pretend to know the reason for paul and art splitn up but i'm happy for the time they did have together cause they gave us some of themost beutiful songs ever and that my freinds is the straight up truth. No argument, paul is absolutly one of the best ever on his own but still the pair will never be outdone. Just an opinion of s music lover

@Guvrunner 3 жыл бұрын

No way that Garfunkel shouldn't have been there with him!

@desmokid1477 2 жыл бұрын

God I love him

@shularorie562 3 жыл бұрын

His best movie was when he was raised by another family. I laughed throughout the whole movie. We need to laugh more. This is 2020 and many people I see are angry. Few people I see have s smile.

@lsmoulton 2 жыл бұрын

'The Jerk'

@pamelacass9642 2 жыл бұрын

I own a copy of The Jerk and The 3 Amigos. I don't know why.😏

@vogparis09 3 жыл бұрын

Many years ago a good friend of mine was teaching school with Paul Simon's father. Every afternoon his father would sit in the teachers' room and kvetch about him. "My son Paul is a very bright guy. I want him to go to law school, he would make a wonderful lawyer. Instead he sits around the house all day playing his guitar and writing songs. I tell him Paul, you're wasting your life."

@mariamesaiashvili8040 2 жыл бұрын

Nice story :)

@vogparis09 2 жыл бұрын

@@mariamesaiashvili8040 Paul finally did go to Law School but quit after a few months. Thank G-d. NYC had enough lawyers and Paul's career was exemplary. He certainly did not waste his life.

@mariamesaiashvili8040 2 жыл бұрын

@@vogparis09 Sure I agree. It is just another proof that parents do not always know what is best for their children :)

@vogparis09 2 жыл бұрын

@@mariamesaiashvili8040 You have an interesting name. Only matching name I could find is a Prof. who at one time went to Fordham. Presently in Georgia (not U.S.). However I hope you appreciate Ray Charles singing "Georgia."

@mariamesaiashvili8040 2 жыл бұрын

@@vogparis09 Yes, I am from country Georgia, currently live in Georgia and indeed went to Fordham for some professional courses :) I appreciate Ray Charles, he visited Georgia BTW, but I love Paul Simon and the Boss :)

@Thatmassageguy 3 жыл бұрын

I'll use it, "genius!"

@falxonPSN 8 ай бұрын

Steve's delivery was masterful. I don't use the word genius often. Just saying.

@omarl8195 3 ай бұрын

Steve , Steve. Hey Steve. lol 😂

@Racingbro1986 Жыл бұрын

Done like a classic roast, love to see something like this today

@ayokay123 Жыл бұрын

"I don't use the word genius very often. ..................pause............. I just thought I'd mention that." Prize winner!

@ISYETUNKNOWN 3 жыл бұрын

i like it when the camera cut to Newt Gingrich and Mitt Romney after that hilarious line "... i love her music but can't be seen buying it"

@seattlewa8500 3 жыл бұрын

It was Kelsey Grammer and Romney.

@ISYETUNKNOWN 3 жыл бұрын

@@seattlewa8500 i meant the guy (one shot) before Romney.

@mikebradshaw6484 2 жыл бұрын

@@ISYETUNKNOWN That was Ted Kennedy. He was the designated driver for the night.

@honeybeebadger 2 жыл бұрын

Lennon/Mcartney Paul Simon best ever

@mikebradshaw6484 2 жыл бұрын

Brian Wilson may have topped 'em all.

@dougwebster1813 3 жыл бұрын

Comedy at it's best!

@jerrygmarchantmarchant141 Жыл бұрын

20 years

@mjdedge3440 2 жыл бұрын

brilliant humour

@CH-nl3oo 3 жыл бұрын

Elizabeth Taylor didn't seem to know what was going on

@jake_runs_the_world Жыл бұрын

man this is just too funny

@alessandrorossini8704 Жыл бұрын

Steve's cookin'... 😂