I wrote this song in this very room... but back then it was a spare bedroom (Pre renovation). I can't be more than 3 ft from where I wrote it though... strange.
Grew up in Alaska. My dad was AirForce. My sister and I moved around time and time again but we landed in anchorage for around 10 years altogether. It was our childhood and this band and these songs bring me right back there. Thank you sir.
Oh man, this was my first Barenaked Ladies song! I heard my dad listening to it one hot California day, and I was hypnotized by it. I just love how this sounds, still one of my all-time favorite songs to this day.
Wow! First, I'm amazed that you share your talent like this over the net. Second, I have always enjoyed this song and have added it to my performance list. It's nice to see exactly how it's done so I can replicate it closer to the original version. Thanks. You're a great guitarist and vocalist. I'm exited to perform this one tomorrow night.
Ed.... Jeeesus man that sounded incredible!!@!!Thanks for posting this fantastic "Bathroom versions" They are friggin incredible!!! Cheers from Ottawa......
This is my theme song, every late spring when I leave Ft. Lauderdale to head to Maine, and at the end of every summer, when I pack up my things to head back to Florida. It's my ritual to play this as I pull out the driveway and begin my journey . . . It fits perfectly, whichever direction I'm heading. Saw you guys at the Seminole Hard Rock Café last year. It was a nice crowd and the most fun I've had at a concert. Hope to catch you some time when I'm up north.
hey ed ...ed here love your music. i play a bit too mostly around a camp fire. by the way love your show ed's up!!!!! mechanics helper here in williams lake bc. climbing the ladder. anyhow keep it up...ed n shari
This song is so amazing and wonderful in the raw form presented here. Saw the late Steve Jobs previewing some of the very tech that allowed this raw and so interesting set of videos to be done in such a non-slick and generative way. Just a guy singing to his Mac, except this guy is one of the most talented in the world. Thanks, Ed, I hope you'll do more of these, even as Apple and tech in general gets more slick--still one of original and passionate voices of my and several generations.
You're right! I came here looking to learn this song, and was completely deceived by this charlatan that looks exactly like the guy from Barenaked Ladies. You got me...
These videos have inspired to try learning the guitar again this summer. I started a few years back, and made some progress, but work and other things got in the way and I didn't have any songs I really wanted to learn. Now I have goals! I'd also really like a BNL guitar book, Ed!
EDS UP! REPO MAN episode rocked man... You know what? I never knew that was your show i always flicked right passed it until i saw a commercial for it on comddey channel lol Dope show tho i watch it all the time now :D
You guys are awesome! This is my favorite song from you guys. The first time I heard this song when you made an appearance on "Charmed". Thank you, Ed!
Huzzah for wireless internet! I have just harmonized with Ed while I was cleaning my bathroom! (How was it for you, Ed?)Can't wait for your Manchester gig. Yes, the one in England.
If you play this song next month in Dublin I'll be throwing underwear at you. Front row of the seated section, baby - Ed side! =D Was at the Barenaked for the Holidays concert so I can't wait to see you all again.
You guys are AWESOME!!! I just recently discovered you had these on UA-cam. I have enjoyed watching them so much I just went to iTunes to buy your latest album! :-D
This song is one of my favorites. Someone who is better than me at the guitar tab out Ed's performance here and send it to me than I can play it anytime, which is what I want. Rock on Ed
yo, my music collection is probably 78% percent hip hop, but I have been all over this song since the video debut on MTV..what was that 10 yrs ago?..I actually like all your singles..ok..thats all..u guys rock..even to a hip hop head.
Thanks for this, I've been trying to figure out how to play it. Saw you guys at the Palace of Auburn Hills back in October. Gonna see you again June 15th at DTE. Can't wait
I must ask this of all Barenaked Ladies songs... can someone please write the lyrics out for others and me. Please please please. ..... Pinch me... pinch you too lol. Thank you and have a great day. And thank you for Barenaked Ladies.
Seems appropriate to watch this during 2020 quarantine
Something great about listening to this at 2:30AM, while the birds whistle in the eaves and the rest of the world falls silent...
7 years later & I'm having that exact feeling, then see this comment.🙃
Grew up in Alaska. My dad was AirForce. My sister and I moved around time and time again but we landed in anchorage for around 10 years altogether. It was our childhood and this band and these songs bring me right back there. Thank you sir.
Oh man, this was my first Barenaked Ladies song! I heard my dad listening to it one hot California day, and I was hypnotized by it. I just love how this sounds, still one of my all-time favorite songs to this day.
Sure is a great song Cheers from Toronto
This is without question my favorite Barenaked Ladies song. I can listen to it 10 times in a row with not ever getting tired of it.
Wow! First, I'm amazed that you share your talent like this over the net. Second, I have always enjoyed this song and have added it to my performance list. It's nice to see exactly how it's done so I can replicate it closer to the original version. Thanks. You're a great guitarist and vocalist. I'm exited to perform this one tomorrow night.
This song always makes me smile! :) Thanks Ed for of course always being awesome.
Ed.... Jeeesus man that sounded incredible!!@!!Thanks for posting this fantastic "Bathroom versions" They are friggin incredible!!!
Cheers from Ottawa......
I love this song so much. I first heard it on "Charmed". Love 90s music. nice one :) xx
Love Canadian music, so many talented musicians like Barenaked Ladies, Lights, Bryan Adams etc...
Ed, you rock. :) Love this song... one of my all time faves. :)
"Try to see the world beyond your front door..." :) Amen!
One of my favourites, it always seems to perfectly fit my mood
Thank you so much for this! I wish more artists would release acoustic versions of their songs.
I thoroughly enjoyed that!👍 I have never seen a band that has been round for a while play in their bathroom
This is my theme song, every late spring when I leave Ft. Lauderdale to head to Maine, and at the end of every summer, when I pack up my things to head back to Florida. It's my ritual to play this as I pull out the driveway and begin my journey . . . It fits perfectly, whichever direction I'm heading. Saw you guys at the Seminole Hard Rock Café last year. It was a nice crowd and the most fun I've had at a concert. Hope to catch you some time when I'm up north.
One of my favorite songs. I had all but forgotten about it until I found it on iTunes the other day. LOVE IT.
This song always makes me smile! :) Thanks Ed for being awesome!
I feel bad that I hav'nt been as a devote BNL fan, but the love has never faded.
i am totally in love with this song..
they are so damna laid back. loved that attitude.. hehehe..
hey ed ...ed here love your music. i play a bit too mostly around a camp fire. by the way love your show ed's up!!!!! mechanics helper here in williams lake bc. climbing the ladder. anyhow keep it up...ed n shari
This song is so amazing and wonderful in the raw form presented here. Saw the late Steve Jobs previewing some of the very tech that allowed this raw and so interesting set of videos to be done in such a non-slick and generative way. Just a guy singing to his Mac, except this guy is one of the most talented in the world. Thanks, Ed, I hope you'll do more of these, even as Apple and tech in general gets more slick--still one of original and passionate voices of my and several generations.
For the last time, this is Ed Robertson!!! The real singer!!!
You're right! I came here looking to learn this song, and was completely deceived by this charlatan that looks exactly like the guy from Barenaked Ladies. You got me...
Man I love those bathroom sessions
These videos have inspired to try learning the guitar again this summer. I started a few years back, and made some progress, but work and other things got in the way and I didn't have any songs I really wanted to learn. Now I have goals! I'd also really like a BNL guitar book, Ed!
These bathroom sessions are sooo great. Thank You for doing them. I love this song.
Great song!
This is great! Love Ed Robertson!
This song seems to sum up my constant mood every single time I hear it.
We love you, Uncle Ed.
Love this song, Love You! Thanks Ed!
so much talent. not many can write/sing and play so greatly.
good playing..and good voice......i love this song since so many years, ed you,re awsome...., a fan from montreal
Great tune Ed ....
Thanks for the video 🙏🏼
Listening in 2019~
Listening in 2021
Pure awesome
what an epic song
EDS UP! REPO MAN episode rocked man... You know what? I never knew that was your show i always flicked right passed it until i saw a commercial for it on comddey channel lol
Dope show tho i watch it all the time now :D
How does this thing only have 127k views? At least 500 of them are just me lol.
Wonderful!
All your Lyrics are amazing.. but just really love these one...! Love the flavour~
Cool Beans! A concert in a Box, TWICE this week.
This is one of my fave BNL songs. Well done.
Thanks Ed.
First watched this 7 years ago. Came back 😁
Wow. Thanks for this song. Its such a great one. Saw you guys in Charlottetown last summer. You rocked. Keep up the great posts.
I'm the 12,000th viewer :/ if that's some kind of accomplishment.. Drop dead performance!! You totally rock in so many dimensions.
You guys are awesome! This is my favorite song from you guys. The first time I heard this song when you made an appearance on "Charmed". Thank you, Ed!
Every time I hear this song it takes me back. Thanks, man. :)
one of my fave song!
Great recording I like some of the newer bits you did in the last minute or so, watching it alone was fun and new
Huzzah for wireless internet! I have just harmonized with Ed while I was cleaning my bathroom! (How was it for you, Ed?)Can't wait for your Manchester gig. Yes, the one in England.
very consistent in similarity with chords....i love that man dave matthews does the same thing...awesome musicians
If you play this song next month in Dublin I'll be throwing underwear at you. Front row of the seated section, baby - Ed side! =D
Was at the Barenaked for the Holidays concert so I can't wait to see you all again.
this is even better with him just in the friggin bathroom. awesome.
Fantastic
I always play this song during Winter for the first part
This has always been one of my favourite songs :D
thanks, ed
Weird to come back here and find a 10 year old comment!
GONNA SEE YOU LIVE IN JULY! SO PUMPED!
You guys are AWESOME!!! I just recently discovered you had these on UA-cam. I have enjoyed watching them so much I just went to iTunes to buy your latest album! :-D
i need to learn how to play this, love that song
The fact that he messes up and sings off makes me feel better about myself and my guitar playing. Good stuff my brotha!
Sounded great on George Street tonight. That young Alan Doyle chap seems promising.
thank you sir
its 28.08.2020 and i am here
Hey Ed, even though you're not going to see this comment I'd just like to say you're a big inspiration to me playing guitar. I love your music man.
This song is one of my favorites. Someone who is better than me at the guitar tab out Ed's performance here and send it to me than I can play it anytime, which is what I want. Rock on Ed
I like how he builds up frustration in the song- then releases it-
Best cover on UA-cam! Haha seriously though, great song!
Thank you Ed....this is very personal....lovely.
good shit bro.. u have a talent
haha, your probably the best lyricist ive seen in a very... very long time. your songs are awesome!
Awesome! I loved this song already, but the solo acoustic version is amazing! Very cool Ed, very cool. New fan here!
-Conor
Oh man, you're having fun with this one, eh? Good on ya, Ed! Thanks for sharing!
I JUST MADE YOU SAY UNDERWEAR! ahh this song makes me love life
yo, my music collection is probably 78% percent hip hop, but I have been all over this song since the video debut on MTV..what was that 10 yrs ago?..I actually like all your singles..ok..thats all..u guys rock..even to a hip hop head.
Thanks for this, I've been trying to figure out how to play it.
Saw you guys at the Palace of Auburn Hills back in October. Gonna see you again June 15th at DTE. Can't wait
awesome!
Oh, that's great! Nice one, Ed, the song and the editing skillz.
Good shit. Keep it up.
I absolutely love your music. I have all of the BNL CDs. You are such a cutie. :)
tremendous song
gorgeous. just gorgeous. this is my all time favourite rendition. someone should show the band this song. it's GREAT!
Love
AMAZING
lol dude! This is ED ROBERTSON from the Bare Naked Ladies!
this is amazing..im going to learn this song :)
That a moustache you growin' there, Ed? Love this song!
amazing!especially when you came to Saint John NB
that was cool !!
I love Ed's guitar playing
Cool stuff. I can play this song too.
high vibration
I must ask this of all Barenaked Ladies songs... can someone please write the lyrics out for others and me. Please please please.
..... Pinch me... pinch you too lol.
Thank you and have a great day.
And thank you for Barenaked Ladies.
I wish BNL would put these "bathroom" recordings on Itunes.
Lol lmao. Ya this guy should show the band this song O.o. He has been showing them stuff for over 20 years as it is ;)
same here i just heard about it today :(
FREE BIRD!!!!!!!!!! WHOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!
ive gotta say Im a young musician of 15 .And ive been writing music for about 4 months and i hope to some day be anywhere close to as talented as you
10 times? I spent 3 weeks listening to it. Granted, I took breaks for eating and sleeping, and occasionally school.
his ring finger doesnt leave the guitar until @2:17 amazing