I love seeing Lex get excited over an old 80s song! You guys are great together!
@paulanthony5274
Ай бұрын
Big time dude, Peter did some great songs.
@auralfixxation6702
2 жыл бұрын
This song is actually about how people who come from nothing tend to get some notice or make some money then forget, from whom and where they came from. They get lost in their own narcissistic, materialistic hype. I'm not saying I'm right but, that's what I get from it. It's really sarcastic lyrically but, sang over a very groovin' melody. Had to add this, Lex got it.
@sheldorleconcher8870
2 жыл бұрын
You two have totally nailed it! Love Gabriel's weirdness!
@ShootYourRadio
2 жыл бұрын
I just said that yesterday. I was said literally, Peter is a weird ass guy.
@LynnThompsonAuthor
2 жыл бұрын
The '80s were really the golden age of music videos, back when MTV played one music video right after another, 24/7, and this one was one of the best. This was also my favorite song off the "So" album by Peter Gabriel, which is an amazing album as a whole.
@radio-su6lh
2 жыл бұрын
@LynnThompson yeah when MTV really was Music Television! Unlike today where it’s unrecognisable - mindless reality shows.
@KeithDCanada
2 жыл бұрын
This song came out when I was in high school, and it was the first time I really grasped the concept of 'materialism', and how some people think it's how much you have that makes you a more successful person. I 'LOVE' Peter Gabriel tunes.
@johngardner4096
2 жыл бұрын
Well said!
@dizastro5437
2 жыл бұрын
Small minds want big time. Idk, not busy enough?
@Obabasu
2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely great.
@Toneloke-3000
9 ай бұрын
Then came Madonna with Material Girl😂
@Neville60001
3 ай бұрын
@@Toneloke-3000, her song is the _opposite_ of this song, which was an attack on materialism and consumption.
@nathanbrownmolotov8697
3 ай бұрын
I'm old as Dirt and can remember when this album came out. I probably listened to the album at least 100 times. Peter Gabriel is so original and he chose some good social commentary that still holds up today. It's funny how so little has changed. This album is still one of my favorites after almost 40 years. I'm glad you checked it out. Keep having fun !
@pauljansen1137
2 жыл бұрын
You guys should listen to his duet with Kate Bush called "Don't give up"...it's beautiful!!
@GiullarediDio
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, total contrast to this one.
@SilentBob731
2 жыл бұрын
Literally had to put that video on in a new tab, whilst seconding this very true comment. Such a brilliant song.
@Cadinho93
2 жыл бұрын
You guys should react to… Peter Gabriel - Solsbury Hill 🎸🤘
@davidmckenzie420
2 жыл бұрын
Peter Gabriel is a giant. Check out his live shows--even when he was much older. Fabulous stuff.
@brianhetzer8421
2 жыл бұрын
3 words. Secret World Live
@JoinTheProgress
2 жыл бұрын
Saw the Secret World Tour in my home city where I heard it was his favorite first stop in America (Rochester NY)...it was SO awesome, will never forget it. Sold out in a day. He actually came out on stage with I believe his daughter to talk to the crowd about the opening act while the lights were still up. Then that opening sequence with the phone booth...I so miss those theatrical concert productions that he and a handful were known for.
@derhova
Жыл бұрын
Giant is an understatement
@coldwhite4240
7 ай бұрын
@@brianhetzer8421 Abso-freaking-lutely. Secret World Live was a fantastic concert. It's one of my all-time favourites. It's been uploaded here on YT too, but I would urge anyone who views it and loves it to buy a copy legitimately, because it's well worth it and PG is a great musician. It gave a break to (then) newcomer Paula Cole too, standing in for the likes of Sinead O'Connor and Kate Bush in their parts on duets with PG, and she really made the female lead in those songs her own.
@_portis
2 жыл бұрын
I always loved the tongue in cheek lyrics "I'll be stretching my mouth, to let those big words come right out", "When I show them 'round the house to my bed, i'll have it made like a mountain range, a snow white pillow for my big fat head". Love it! Please don't stop there though! Gabriel is a master vocalist! On the same album you can find the excellent emotional but inspiring "don't give up". There's also from other albums "digging in the dirt" and "love to be loved". I recommend those 3 songs highly to see another side of Peter Gabriel!
@lumpyfishgravy
2 жыл бұрын
There's a story about Gabriel sleeping overnight in the studio so he could track vocals first thing and get the best natural lows.
@UniversalMokenTroll
2 жыл бұрын
"Big Time" has some of my favorite lyrics of all time. And don't forget about "In Your Eyes" and "Steam."
@marshman96
2 жыл бұрын
Tony Levin on bass kills it.
@kingcassius2586
2 жыл бұрын
I had no idea! I've met him a few times. Down to Earth.
@Ajonr
2 жыл бұрын
Tony Levin's bass kills it in everything. Funk fingers!
@adamfrost3139
Жыл бұрын
@@Ajonr i think this one of the first songs he really started using the funk fingers, but was using just a drumstick prior (which is still pretty cool even by todays standards ) im trying to make some myself lol good stuff 👍
@dbsti3006
Жыл бұрын
Manu Katché on drums killed it too.
@louise_rose
2 ай бұрын
@@dbsti3006 Actually its Stewart Copeland on this one, and the bassist seems to be a guy caled Simon Clark, from Bill Nelson's band (per the album credits). Tony Levin is on this one too, but more in the background...he's listed as "fretting the drumstick bass"). The bass riff here is fabulous for sure, very propulsive and funky. Great video too!
@floorticket
2 жыл бұрын
Tony Levin was one of the busiest bass players in the world at this time. Splitting time between Pete and King Crimson duties.
@spiderbass65
2 жыл бұрын
And Yes and ….
@GeezerNerdRox
2 жыл бұрын
@@spiderbass65 Tony’s bass was epic on this cut….awesome bassist !
@paulanthony5274
Ай бұрын
Really using the bass in the tunes. Peter Hook of Joy division/New Order would do similar.
@ralphvillanueva5558
2 жыл бұрын
Great reaction. Love this song, the bass, drums, percussion just roll in this song.
@gj8683
2 жыл бұрын
"The one who dies with the most stuff wins" was a slogan in the materialistic '80s. This song is a counterweight.
@geoffn54
2 жыл бұрын
Remember 'Greed is good'?
@williampatience9524
2 жыл бұрын
Lex thinks with no conventional boundaries, very refreshing and admirable.
@mokospoko
2 жыл бұрын
iconic bassist Tony Levin playing the Chapman Stick on this track
@chrisgrethlein6196
2 жыл бұрын
The 80s were a very materialistic decade. Peter Gabriel wrote this to counter what was called "conspicuous consumption".
@strawman6085
2 жыл бұрын
True. People don’t like things now.
@GB-gf3dm
3 ай бұрын
@@strawman6085 And that's why they're losing those things too faster than ever before. Hahaha. Appreciation of your possessions (that you need to survive and be comfortable with) is always more important than sanctimonious anti-materialistic behavior. Notice how much money Gabriel pulled in while musically ranting against conspicuous consumption. And did he flaunt it? Not to my knowledge!
@americanparser
3 ай бұрын
Right, so unlike today.
@mr.brenman2132
25 күн бұрын
@@GB-gf3dmPeter Gabriel even said every artist should experience what it's like to be a Pop star at least once lol.
@mr.brenman2132
25 күн бұрын
@chrisgrethlein6196 Yeah because people aren't materialistic now. Bring back the 80's. Reject modernity.
@TheMikeman1971
2 жыл бұрын
I miss these days ,man I'm old.
@davewhitmore1958
2 жыл бұрын
Peter has made some of the greatest videos ever, thanks for reacting!
@smittybenzo4693
2 жыл бұрын
In this episode of Brad & Lex, the visuals in this visual Peter Gabriel music video doesn't distract the duo from tapping in to their "chair chi". Brad assumes a slight "side to side sway" while Lex presents her "pop bop".
@horaciocastillo3082
2 жыл бұрын
THANKS FOR SHARING..you must see the live video in Italy, with his daughter Melanie, singing "Downside up".. its so spectacular
@markfeggeler3479
2 жыл бұрын
PG has a vast catalog of amazing music. Blood of Eden, Shock the Monkey, San Jacinto, and all the rest everyone else has mentioned.
@kittensmakingcandles
2 жыл бұрын
"Cause he was making fun of that, right?" Culture has a major problem with creative types trying to send public messages with their work, only to have their creations misunderstood and fuel completely different behaviors. Sometimes because the creative work is confusing. Sometimes because the creative work requires an explanation that gets lost from the work over time. The woman who made Monopoly the board game did it to showcase how bad monopolies are: a resource control imbalance can form and quickly break the free market system. But that message got lost. And now people who play Monopoly just get inspired to be the one to "win". They learn they are rewarded for the behavior of seizing power over everyone else, and they learn the lesson to be the one to try to get all the money, property, and power. Big Time has been used often just as an anthem for chasing and glorifying excess and image. The message of value in small things and real things being lost.
@mangerinegirl
2 жыл бұрын
This was my favorite song of his when I was a kid, and I really had no idea what it was truly about. Hearing it as an adult I appreciate it so much more. You guys are right, it was a good way to say something not nice-but very true.
@flatebo1
2 жыл бұрын
"The stuff that really matters isn't always big." You know what really matters? Food. And food comes from small towns. Farmers aren't big shots making big waves in the big city. They're just regular folk living in small rural communities working hard at a job that never stops. They're the quintessential "little people". But they make big people possible. Get rid of all of the big shots in the big cities making their big plans and rural communities would barely even notice. Get rid of the little people, especially the farmers, and everyone will.
@gj8683
2 жыл бұрын
Without agriculture, cities could not exist.
@cassu6
2 жыл бұрын
What do you mean? Farmers got so much big stuff.
@randall-king
2 жыл бұрын
@@cassu6 Some do and some don't.
@randall-king
2 жыл бұрын
Amen!
@jamesclapp6832
2 жыл бұрын
Fewer farmers every year replaced by "big time" operations.
@mournblade1066
2 жыл бұрын
Here's a nice "deep cut" from Peter Gabriel that is absolutely worth checking out: "I Don't Remember," which is from Peter Gabriel 3 (a.k.a., Melt). "Games Without Frontiers" and "Biko," from the same album, are also standout tracks. "Shock the Monkey" from Peter Gabriel 4 (a.k.a., Security) is another amazing track.
@DawnSuttonfabfour
2 жыл бұрын
YESS. THIS. "I don't remember" is great. I had all his albums
@mori1bund
2 жыл бұрын
I add my username to the list: Moribund the Burgermeister from his first solo album. Oh and Signal to Noise.
@neshobanakni
Жыл бұрын
"I Have the Touch."
@kathleensmith3555
2 жыл бұрын
How familiar are you with Peters time with Genesis? --- He was very original and odd during his performances -- almost like a singing Mime -- I believe he preferred to preform almost like a street performance artist on stage -- not unlike David Bowie did -- to hide behind a character in a way -- until he became more confident without having to use characters --- and yes that is Phil Collins on the drums lol --- kzitem.info/news/bejne/pKuY4HmfkmZjraA
@Triggerhippie70
Жыл бұрын
I was a tween/teen in the 80s and I am a huge Peter Gabriel fan. This man is a genius, he’s a legend. And he’s a kind soul, a worldly man, he’s a bad ass.
2 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite songs back in 87-88. The stick bass is mind blowing, work of Master Tony Levin. He had an awesome band (Peter)
@dr4782
2 жыл бұрын
This song has a nice bounce to it that I've always enjoyed.
@OronOfMontreal
2 жыл бұрын
This is from the same album, "So", as is "Sledgehammer", which after 35 years is still considered the best music video ever made. I prefer the video to 1982's "Shock the Monkey", which was the previous video to be considered the best ever, by Rolling Stone Magazine and by MTV. Great song, too, fun and danceable, yet with darker undertones.
@jasonmgomez
2 жыл бұрын
growing up in the 80s, this was one of the only thoughtful critiques of the 80s culture of greed. AND it is so damn funky!
@ScottKornfeld
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I think this along with "Opportunities" by Pet Shop Boys and " The Future's Si Bright (I Gotta Wear Shades)" by Timbuk3 are s3 of the best in the 89s on the empty chase for materialism, status, etc.
@rinaldoman3331
2 жыл бұрын
Bass is always incredible in Peter Gabriel stuff. Check song "Steam" also.
@maxbrazil3712
2 жыл бұрын
This is on a dedicated bass player's "to-learn" list. Bravo to Simon Clark!
@MisterWondrous
2 жыл бұрын
Peter was keen on global warming before 1980, and his bud, Robert Fripp and King Crimson's album, "Exposure" from 1980, was the first album I knew to call it out. He has songs about all sorts of issues, because he cares about our world and our music, and our world music, especially with his WOMAD world music organization. In "Biko" he sings about the South African gentleman who was wrongly imprisoned and killed. In "Don't Give Up" he tries to reach those attempting suicide. He really is big stuff, but because of good works and music. Peace y'all. Brilliant share!
@vinceaaron8921
2 жыл бұрын
need to do steam too. just don't let brad pick a lyrics version because you really have to do the official video
@axolotl8694
Жыл бұрын
I've always digged this song for the sideways harmonic stuff he does. little doses of prog in an otherwise pop song. my favourite stuff is early peter gabriel in genesis 70 - 74 but I like hearing occasional echoes of something other than standard pop progressions.
@BrianKapellusch
2 жыл бұрын
omg, FINALLY. nobody else seems to react to this, and it's my favorite Peter Gabriel song by far. Thank you!
@jamesdavisjr6937
2 жыл бұрын
Really!!??? This is one of my least favs and I love Pete
@BrianKapellusch
2 жыл бұрын
@@jamesdavisjr6937 I'm a big sucker for dance tracks with big bouncy basslines
@hmpz36911
2 жыл бұрын
Danzig ☠️ Possession (featuring James Hetfield on backing vocals)
@Ozzy_2014
2 жыл бұрын
Peter Gabriel music with a message first must be good. Has to be catchy. Then done well and people hooked before they realize the message being delivered.
@UserSomeOne
Жыл бұрын
"Big Time" is a song that has the harshest criticism of materialism and commercialism. Listening to your commentary on it made me realize this and I've been hearing this song since I was 10 years old. Peter Gabriel's brilliance shines through in this piece and despite the irony of the song (a commercially successful song that criticizes commercialism), it is worthwhile examination of the human condition in our modern era.
@tdact2280
2 жыл бұрын
Pride goes before a fall. Love you guys.
@johntrickey4188
2 жыл бұрын
Omg this album was so big in '86. He won like every award.
@itsdemolish8072
2 жыл бұрын
The ultimate manifestation song.
@rk41gator
2 жыл бұрын
Big fun. Funny, big time. You got it. Peter has an interesting perspective. Check out his work with Genesis! (OH, Brad you didn't go there; big time)
@michaelhenderson8732
9 ай бұрын
Peter Gabriel said the song was about achieving success in a material way.
@jonasturklbach2705
2 жыл бұрын
I loved this song when I was a wee little tyke
@custardflan
2 жыл бұрын
This song should be played on a loop in New York, Los Angeles and Washington D.C. 24/7.
@danw3735
2 жыл бұрын
Spot on Lexi, read that song well. Such a great song.
@jaquettajones
2 жыл бұрын
YOUR EYES LIVE - SECRET WORLD TOUR is a MUST reaction. You will never see Peter Gabriel the same way again :-)
@classiclife7204
2 жыл бұрын
The 80s made songs like these easy. Some people tried to sound like this unironically back then.
@OfficialShadowViper
2 жыл бұрын
Wrestlemania 22!!!
@PatrickRyan147
2 жыл бұрын
Peter Gabriel is retired and he now looks after old unwanted dinosaurs on his ranch on the moon. Good for him 😳
@laurabrevitz3944
2 жыл бұрын
This album ("So") and Steve Winwood's "Arc of a Diver" were a total vibe that summer.
@laurabrevitz3944
Жыл бұрын
@otc2020 You're right! I'm thinking of "Back in the High Life," of course. Great albums, both.
@3DJapan
2 жыл бұрын
I love this song but I don't think I've ever seen the music video before. Pretty cool!
@geraldarsenault275
2 жыл бұрын
rhythm of the heat!!! for an african sound
@CCDzine
2 жыл бұрын
How did he know to write about Instagram in 1985?
@walboyfredo6025
2 жыл бұрын
In General, the record company wanted Peter to be more "Pop" and "Mainstream" before th "So" Album, Peter was more Progressive Rock/ Ethnic/Art Rock. So Altogether the song "Big Time" represent on how a music artist can change when they become more Commercial and Famous.
@grandwazoodebris1015
2 жыл бұрын
Kind of weird to see this from the SnapChat-Instagram age. Gabriel's has some cool popular songs (Solisbury Hill, Shock the Monkey, Games without Frontiers) but many many great deeper cuts, San Jacinto, Intruder, Lead a Normal Life, Rhythm of the Heat, This is the Picture, ... Another great rabbit hole.
@conureron3792
2 жыл бұрын
The whole SO album is great.
@tierbore1985
2 жыл бұрын
I know you prefer the lyric vids, but the live video of Peter Gabriel's In Your Eyes from Secret World would make Lex so happy. And I'm standing by that til I'm proven wrong
@gablen23
2 жыл бұрын
I found it hard to identify, what genre is this, but definitely very unique, both the music and the video. And this album(So) pretty diverse too!
@deborahcornell171
2 жыл бұрын
If you eventually do "Shock the Monkey" (one of his best!) please do the Official video. As you've already seen, with Peter Gabriel the visuals are important right along with his music. Love you guys!💙☮💙
@slainteron4027
2 жыл бұрын
Shaking the Tree
@allengator1914
2 жыл бұрын
You should check out his early stuff when he was the lead singer for Genesis. The 23 minute long classic "Supper's Ready" would be a great song to start with.
@seanclarke6733
2 жыл бұрын
Yooo never been first before. Love your guys content!
@mrbumble2986
2 жыл бұрын
Hi guys, loving the work you do together. I've been a Peter Gabriel since he was the frontman in Genesis back in the late sixties. There is a huge amount of music out there most of I'm sure you'd enjoy reacting to. Personal favourite is Come Talk To Me (Live) with Paula Cole. The stage performance starts in a Phone booth, fascinating stuff. keep up the good work both of you. 😊
@saturdayplayer2492
2 жыл бұрын
Genius. Fantastic member of early Genesis. Solo albums are brilliant. Been listening to him for over 50 years. Still magnificent. Try Here comes the flood or Come talk to me.
@carybond7402
2 жыл бұрын
The Lamb lies down on Broadway or Firth of Fifth both are Gabriel greats from his Genesis days.
@gj8683
2 жыл бұрын
"The Grand Parade of Lifeless Packaging" from The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway would be a good one for Brad and Lex, not to say there aren't plenty of other songs from that album.
@chazza5891
2 жыл бұрын
If you really want to do something different try the early Genesis era with Peter on vocals and Phil Collins on drums. Firth of Fifth is a good one to start with. Apart from anything else it would gain you a whole new group of subscribers.
@saturdayplayer2492
2 жыл бұрын
Suppers Ready. Absolute masterpiece.
@markfeggeler3479
2 жыл бұрын
I Know What I Like is always a good gateway drug into early Genesis - it’s a bit of pop from an era when they were deeply progressive.
@tghagen1967
2 жыл бұрын
I didn't appreciate Peter Gabriel's talents when I was young, but I sure do now.
@karenmikalofsky5287
2 жыл бұрын
Fun reaction! Digging in the Dirt is another vibe from him.
@ganjiblobflankis6581
2 жыл бұрын
I mean, he is obviously being ironic and lampooning the 80s excess when it was made. At the same time though, I cannot help but feel pumped up and be like, "Yeah! Me too! That sounds awesome!" That is amazing, to provoke ironic mockery and ernest enthusiasm at the same time.
@surferles589
2 жыл бұрын
This is about the Yuppies and the excesses of the 80s
@Thecramps1982
2 жыл бұрын
That bass riff.
@jad4680
2 жыл бұрын
this song is so misunderstood!! its about greed and money and he is being sarcastisc towards "CAPITILALISM" and greed which most famous people fall into and forget themselves . ; )
@babaganoosh1969
2 жыл бұрын
Peter Gabriel loved all that stopmotion in his videos...this... sledge hammer...good stuff...use to wait watching mtv for his videos to come on...lol
@rgbenge7580
2 жыл бұрын
This albums is all good. Check out Don't Give Up, In Your Eyes, Sledgehammer, Red Rain.
@squirrelorama
2 жыл бұрын
Hahaha! They watch a fun video and Brad ends up with an existential crisis about whether his truck is too big! That's my man, The Overthinker! 👍
@KDeCesare
2 жыл бұрын
Next... Steam - official video pretty please. You should really react to "In Your Eyes" from the Secret World Live Tour as well. I'm sure you will enjoy.
@keithosmond5730
2 жыл бұрын
A fun song by Peter Gabriel that doesn't get enough love is Kiss That Frog. Grooves as hard as this one and fun lyrics.
@Lemmy30294
2 жыл бұрын
Mai I recommend his songs Biko and shaking the tree. Two extremely well written songs. Enjoy ✌️
@SG-js2qn
2 жыл бұрын
Not sure what made me think of it, but you guys need to hit the Talking Heads again. "Life During Wartime," "Once in a Lifetime," "Slippery People," and more. Not sure which ones you've already covered.
@rongurr9941
2 жыл бұрын
1st dummer of Genesis, went solo .has great songs saw him in Montreal early 80's at a small venue, not the Forum .try Salbuerry Hill
@Fairways-and-greens
2 жыл бұрын
Pls do his song and video “ Shock The Monkey” such a crazy wild artistic video!
@neshobanakni
Жыл бұрын
I love that ending: "...at my circumstance; and the bulge in big, big, big (pants)"
@happymethehappyone8300
2 жыл бұрын
Tracy Chapman "Mountains O' Things"
@crhu319
2 жыл бұрын
All of Gabriel is great, but this video was a gigantic hit on MTV. A wonderful animation that shows how animation as an art form advanced due to music promotion budgets.
@prestige35able
2 жыл бұрын
Im an old 80s metalhead but COOL!🤟😎
@wallaceh.9423
2 жыл бұрын
San Jacinto is greatness. Peter Gabriel is in a class all by himself
@bryanforis1839
2 жыл бұрын
Big song for him to make more albums sale
@ladymadonna79
2 жыл бұрын
I just found this channel!!! Brad's analytic style, with Lex's love for the vibe ...while you both seem chill, is just so so...im fanning hard, or Stan, as the kids would say lol...... LOVE you two!!!!
@stevemd6488
2 жыл бұрын
Best bass/guitar team of the 80s
@guitarman8462
2 жыл бұрын
Peter Gabriel back in the days won alot of awards for his videos
@markkauder1288
2 жыл бұрын
These were some of the first MTV videos, and were ground breaking.
@m00d_fm
2 жыл бұрын
This song resulted in the 'funk fingers' style of bass playing. Basically had Tony Levin fingering the bass while Jerry Marotta smashed the bass with drum sticks. It's what gives it the percussion type sound. Add that to Stewart Copeland from The Police on drums and this track was a banger from top to bottom.
@Music-Is-Real-Love
2 жыл бұрын
I didn't know any of this info. Thank you.
@abcdggd1943
Жыл бұрын
80年代真多神曲啊
@fredfloyd68
Жыл бұрын
Listen to the lyrics....decipher them.
@gibbo6985
2 жыл бұрын
Solsbury Hill is a Peter Gabriel classic!
@jefffiore7869
2 жыл бұрын
Peter Gabriel was a music innovator, a video innovator and one of the most influential musicians ever. React to his video Sledgehammer, very influential video at the time.
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