The "Wonderland" album on a whole, whilst brilliant, remains a tricky one to unpick. There's not many pop bands who deliver something quite so ambitious for their second album as McFly did ("She Falls Asleep" is like their "Stairway to Heaven"). They pulled it off for the most part, but I'm not surprised that this still remains one of their lesser performing singles chart wise; in the context of the album as a whole and the lyrical themes it tackled, "The Ballad of Paul K" makes complete sense. But for the wider public who had bought into "5 Colours", "Obviously" and the technicolour bright imagery and sound of that first album, it was a very sharp about turn from what people knew and loved them for, more so this being released just before Christmas as a single. It didn't fully work in a commercial sense, a song about alcoholic absent fathers sits completely at odds with what does well at that time of year. They've spoken about this period of their career in great depth (Tom especially who was, undiagnosed, suffering from depression at the time, dying his hair black to boot) and whilst commercially it might not have worked creatively they pulled off such a bold risk take. The sign of a truly great band.
@mioraralison8170
2 жыл бұрын
my favourite album of them. Also, it reminds me a bit of Weeze's Pinkerton
@janelletherese5865
7 ай бұрын
beautiful analysis of one of my fav albums! where did you hear about tom suffering from depression during this time? would love to hear it.
@alexthepensmith6101
6 ай бұрын
@@janelletherese5865 If you read their book "Unsaid Things" he speaks quite openly about it and how he was difficult to be around during the promotion and touring of the album. Him and Harry in particular didn't get on at this time.
@charlottesometimes07
6 жыл бұрын
I always loved Danny's voice. Very manly and perfect tune. Love the song
@charlotted1321
4 жыл бұрын
Wonderland was an absolutley beautiful album, Tom and Danny s songwriting is somethin else, so glad they're back
@adebolaadebowale7592
2 жыл бұрын
sad how their songs now cant compare to their old albums
@natisinvisible
8 жыл бұрын
This is one of my favorite songs of theirs. I still think Wonderland was their best album. Amazing video too.
@MinjaSamardzicMusic
8 жыл бұрын
agree!:)
@GNRforever18
13 жыл бұрын
Such a sad song. sometimes you think about it and realize that many people is in a situation similar to Paul K's. This is a real sad world
@LiquoriceandSpice
14 жыл бұрын
I simply love the song and video! It says a lot about mid-life crises. McFly are an underrated band. I know they have many fans all over the world, but not enough people respect the music they make and simply think of them as a poppy teen band. This song proves how much thought goes into their music.
@jaazdelgaado1259
8 жыл бұрын
This song makes me feel so depressed, but I love it.
@rhiannafinn4719
9 жыл бұрын
as much as I love mcbusted, listening to this album and watching the old videos makes me really miss the old days!
@Graveyard151
9 жыл бұрын
Tom said in an interview that after Christmas, McFly is coming back. I love McFly but I will miss McBusted
@lozzaloveheart7046
9 жыл бұрын
Graveyard151 he said that last year too. Christmas what year? Year 3000?
@Graveyard151
9 жыл бұрын
Lozza Loveheart yeah. Now I heard that they're working on a second McBusted album so my hopes have dropped. Tom is a lier
@leigharmstrong1769
9 жыл бұрын
+Graveyard151 the magazine tricked us don't call Tom a liar the part where it said mcfly are coming back after Christmas was not in speech marks which means the magazine just added that bit, probably trying to twist his words. However I do know how you feel I want mcfly back too and I want to hear album 6! anyway Christmas isn't hear yet so don't go saying it's not true just yet I guess we'll just have to wait and see. and also the mcbusted second album thing that was also a magazine making up stuff again. so I guess we don't know who to trust.
@mialuk
Жыл бұрын
2023!, this song is still good
@alexmaxmam788
4 жыл бұрын
Anyone knows why this song is not it not in their top? Today I was shocked to find one of my favorate mid-age (20-25) songs to be in the mid of McFly songs! Never intrest this 13 years ago as was shure that this is one of the best they did. Absolutly turned-over in mind now... Listen Ballad for five time in a row just now... and... fXXk... this is still absolutley brillian!! This one McFly could proud of more than many!!!! And this will not gone from my play list even sins... decade... I listen to top now... and would'n add them. But never delete this. Guys you were unlucky to screw one of the best songs!!!!
@TheBooshBabe
4 жыл бұрын
2:23 - 2:42 Powerful message about pushing away loved ones because of depression or other issues
@EditorOfSL
4 ай бұрын
Actually the song is about getting older and going through a mid-life crisis. It’s based on a couple of their dads.
@dinosaursandspace
14 жыл бұрын
this video always creeps me out but i love it i hope mcfly have some meaningful songs like this and others on their new album
@caitybarre
13 жыл бұрын
i find this to be one of the most unique music videos EVER! and the song is SO good!
@YoItsDudechillz
5 жыл бұрын
Been listening this song since 2013 and still never get bored. Esspecially with message inside the lyric of this masterpiece
@Charlieparliee
14 жыл бұрын
First time I heard this song it made me cry...Gotta love McFly Saw them live september 21st 2009, it was great!
@theSnufflekins
11 жыл бұрын
Always been one of my favourite McFly songs
@morcio
2 жыл бұрын
The first time I listened to this song, I was like 13-14 years old and was like... oh yeh, another song... but now I'm 29 years old and this song is like... my real life... fuck.
@melissareyna5338
8 жыл бұрын
This song reminds me so much to my dad.
@alexmaxmam788
4 жыл бұрын
Once it reminds dad... soon it wood be me in some parts...
@FabiooPRC
11 жыл бұрын
The lyrics of the song are beautiful, a real lesson
@TheVikkiee
10 жыл бұрын
this was one of my favorite songs on the album and still got to admit i love it
@changsubber
5 жыл бұрын
time flies so fast... it’s 2019 and we haven’t had a mcfly album since 2010
@grace.reynolds
4 жыл бұрын
chang soup And a month later they start releasing their Lost Songs 😁
@U2QuoZepplin
10 жыл бұрын
This video is artistically brilliant! I wonder how many awards it won.
@U2QuoZepplin
9 жыл бұрын
I forget how brilliant the song sounds too, with the combination and contrasts between the band members voices. I think someone knows a thing or two about harmonising too.
@annegarcia27
12 жыл бұрын
I LOVE THIS! Still listening to this in 2012 til 2013 and so on. Amazing!
@veronicacampos8531
9 жыл бұрын
Still hearing this song in 2015♥
@alexmaxmam788
4 жыл бұрын
2020
@AngusJones
10 жыл бұрын
it isnt a scary video like all the people are saying but the story is so sad especialy the last scene but brilliant song. remember when i listened to this for the 1st time when i was 4 years old, its been 10 years and it still hasnt got old
@echodge49
9 жыл бұрын
Stop making me feel old!!! I was 19 when this came out :(
@AngusJones
9 жыл бұрын
haha sorry
@ChristopherJames1993
5 жыл бұрын
The band members say that the video scares them a bit cause it's like a Tim Burton movie.
@DoeiDenise
3 жыл бұрын
Coming back to this song after hearing Tonight is the Night
@millie777777
10 жыл бұрын
The background to the song is incredible, but a slightly scary video.
@leigharmstrong1769
9 жыл бұрын
Looks like a Tim Burton Movie
@Sam4More
4 жыл бұрын
Best McFly song ever.
@frankbarry975
7 жыл бұрын
LOVE THIS SONG IT WAS INSIDE MY HEAD FOR A LONG TIME AND THE VIDEO IS JUST BRILLIANT TOO
@dougiepoynter2011
13 жыл бұрын
Every Night Before I Go To Sleep I Always Think To Myself Why Do I Love These Guys Its Videos Like These That Made Me Fall In Love With Them About 8 Years Ago xx
@Taverntomfoolers
Жыл бұрын
I love the rhythm of this song
@MarcieMckim13
11 жыл бұрын
Fav McFly song. Hands down.
@kidrainbowskittles
13 жыл бұрын
thumbs up for listening in 2011.
@PetitePerson
17 жыл бұрын
"He used to smile now he frowns" reminds me of Nathan. I really wish he would smile more cuz he has such a nice smile.
@demiphantom
16 жыл бұрын
This is the least well-known single they've ever released, but I honestly thought it was one of their best... =P The video is really captivating too. =)
@sup9412
16 жыл бұрын
Danny makes me melt in this song!
@1999TheThriller
11 жыл бұрын
this has got to be one of my fav mcfly songs
@eleanor7739
10 жыл бұрын
Never knew there was music to this song! :) Pleasantly surprised, but this song still makes me emotional. ♥
I love this band & this song & everything about them! They are just completly amazing!
@solikejojo116
15 жыл бұрын
Interesting video, must have watched it like 30 times but it never gets old. Everybody keeps saying the masks are stupid but I like them in this song, not saying McFly should wear masks more often but they were just something different. Danny's look at :21 is creepy but awesome, I LOVE it! And :24 - :26 Dougie and Harry look so lost, lol.
@bazzascot
15 жыл бұрын
Mcfly ballads are always much better than their uptempo affairs
@lunatoon013
16 жыл бұрын
i love the harmony that starts at 1:23 idk why but it really stands out from their other harmonies
@Monkey10908
16 жыл бұрын
im addicted to this song!!!
@xxxtickledpinkxxx
16 жыл бұрын
I for one love this vid! It reminds me of Keane's Bedshaped video - they have a similar feel!
@violetgirl1996
11 жыл бұрын
one of my fave mcfly music videos!! :D
@maa6817
6 жыл бұрын
Love this song, but is so sad.
@marysweeney4009
9 жыл бұрын
Who else came here because of Tom's Vlog? I had to listen to the song after he mentioned it
@carlyforder-westwood7944
9 жыл бұрын
me too
@leigharmstrong1769
9 жыл бұрын
ditto
@SuckYourJohnson
12 жыл бұрын
Love, Love, LOVE this song
@OliviaSBee
12 жыл бұрын
This song bring back memories x :)
@FrozTK
17 жыл бұрын
i love this song & video :) there so sweet and sad. & tom's got such an amazing voice. xx
@Hmmhattricker
17 жыл бұрын
Very good song, it's so sad...
@jammo111
16 жыл бұрын
Heard it on Kareoke a while ago. Now love it. Thanks Maynard :-)
@mol_olivia
11 жыл бұрын
This scared me in 2006... but I love it now.... It has so many feels
@XGangstaxHannieX
13 жыл бұрын
This is the good mcflyyyy the old stuff
@alicelornamitchell9437
11 жыл бұрын
dont worry dougie. ive read the book and i know hte reason for the song is partly because of your dad. ive been through it. you just have the talent to write the song and get it in the charts x love you dougie and love you mcfly
@eemilienilsson
13 жыл бұрын
I LOVE THIS SONG!
@chiise
11 жыл бұрын
I reaaaally love this song
@violetgirl1996
12 жыл бұрын
one of my all-time fave music videos!! lol
@MissCaraHughes
17 жыл бұрын
This Song Is My New Addiction..
@Honey_Black_Tea
5 жыл бұрын
2019?
@matte4562
4 жыл бұрын
FUCK of you fucking nonse
@gabrielpecci1653
6 жыл бұрын
12 years old, amazing..
@irene4397
4 жыл бұрын
Still one of my favorite songs
@iloveyou91792
16 жыл бұрын
i love all their videos. sooo creative!
@MarionTLS
13 жыл бұрын
This made my day. :') I love that Mcfly.
@geegers22
16 жыл бұрын
amazing video!!! gota love it
@dustypiglet
17 жыл бұрын
Wow. Can't believe this didn't get any "Best Video" award.
@RedKingCommandz
14 жыл бұрын
:) it's nice to know that some people, even girls, still appreiciate their music and not just their looks
@XxdearbhlaxX
18 жыл бұрын
This video is so cool.all the guys still manage to look incredibly hot behind thier masks!!class song!
@Reirachan72
17 жыл бұрын
I love this song *w* She's beautiful, but sad too ^^" I love the clip too Ths universe... Colors in a black mind :] Amazing feelings in this song
@TessaArntz
14 жыл бұрын
love this video!
@pinayrin1
15 жыл бұрын
That was out of the ordinary XD I love it! So creative! The song and video are really amazing! But its a sad song.
@welovemyns
14 жыл бұрын
wow.. this song is really awesome... just for me
@MOHAMMEDRUSH
17 жыл бұрын
I am loven it
@sonofatwitch82
3 жыл бұрын
This is haw I feel right now Lockdown has hit me hard. I'm disabled and 38yo I feel now that I will never find love at my age and condition.
@RachellYahya
12 жыл бұрын
me too, lmao. I forgot about this song and nath reminded me bless that boy
@queenpop101
16 жыл бұрын
aww this is sweet
@Pixiedori
15 жыл бұрын
Aww i felt sorry for the bloke in the video! Mcfly are just so powerful you see :) Awesome song
@xxhxxrxxkxx
17 жыл бұрын
i adore this song. im seeing mcfly soon :D
@mcflyluvr159
16 жыл бұрын
i love the song!!! sad video :(
@1999TheThriller
10 жыл бұрын
beautiful song.........
@wo0o0pita
12 жыл бұрын
No, im listening this in 2O12! :D And i will till i die! Galaxy Defenders Stay forever! :3
@kayla0453
6 жыл бұрын
Karen Lz still a galaxy defender?
@heleenuke
16 жыл бұрын
love this song!!:)...and love tom's and danny's voices...plus this video is coom:D
@U2QuoZepplin
10 жыл бұрын
I hope they paid the director/writer well.
@U2QuoZepplin
10 жыл бұрын
This video still blows me away, from an artistic point of view.
@U2QuoZepplin
9 жыл бұрын
This was such a good album for them too, with so many cracking songs. I'm not sure they've beaten it with subsequent stuff either , even getting together with their former Busted pals?
@U2QuoZepplin
8 жыл бұрын
Is the use of the words Coca-rolla, some kind've means of avoiding having to pay somesort of royalties to the sugary caramel and carbon based soft drinks company of a similar sounding name
@U2QuoZepplin
8 жыл бұрын
oh thank's ..... Good to know.
@U2QuoZepplin
8 жыл бұрын
not at all... YOU' re welcome.
@sup9412
16 жыл бұрын
Creepy video, but uniquely amazing! Another AWESOME video from McFly!
@b0kudan
14 жыл бұрын
what a sad song. still. MCFLY is the best!
@kathytherese
16 жыл бұрын
haha whoa this is frikin awesome...lovee mcfly soo much
@dancingqueen1218
15 жыл бұрын
one of my favorite mcfly songs. i hadnt watched the video in a while, but its really interesting and sets them apart from the rest
@sahina91
5 жыл бұрын
13 years wow. Memories
@sahina91
16 жыл бұрын
i haven't seen thios video since 2006 wow! i never thought it was this amazing! i want those masks!
@Ophelia300
16 жыл бұрын
ok... that one made me cry! no joke.
@gabigreenday
17 жыл бұрын
perfect
@Mhartiita
14 жыл бұрын
wow i've never seen this video...it's WoW!!!
@DlubPlayz
4 ай бұрын
first in 2024
@susanlowther7581
12 жыл бұрын
Hadn't really given the lyrics of this a thought until I read Unsaid Things, the McFly autobiography. Powerful stuff!
@holsmells484
16 жыл бұрын
im lovin this song at the mo i think its underrated!
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