Right Said Fred is comprised of the buff brothers Richard and Fred Fairbrass, and at the time, guitarist Rob Manzoli. The Fairbrass Brothers were managers at a London dance studio called the Dance Attic, where they came across lots of narcissism and posing. As Rich Fairbrass tells it, they had a loop playing on the computer, and inspired by his dance studio experience he spontaneously took his shirt off and started singing, "I'm too sexy for my shirt." The guys thought it was hilarious and worked up the song around the phrase. A demo found its way to the ears of a music promoter named Guy Holmes, who contacted the band, had them remix the song into a dance track (it was originally a rocker), and shopped it to record labels. Holmes had no takers so he set up his own label, Tug Records, and released the song, which became a huge hit once the BBC started playing it. Peace out.
Great explanation, I was kind of there. One bit you missed was that it was Tommy D remixed and put the break in - that's where it got really great. Really nice guys too.
This and "Barbie Girl" by Aqua were two parody songs making fun of the vain and superficial that a shockingly large number of people thought they were being serious.
As someone who spent time hanging out and people watching in dance clubs during those years, I have to say this song was one of the great epic trolls of all time. The people it was taunting loved it.
I was in high school when this song came out and remember one day one of my classmates walked into pre calculus and saw we had a substitute teacher. He immediately started singing this very loudly while climbing up onto the desk, did the first verse, skipped right to the second chorus because he wanted to get to "shake his little tush on the catwalk" before getting sent to the see the principal.
They're English, this was their first single and it was huge - stayed at no.2 in the UK for six weeks behind Brian Adams' monster hit, but went to no.1 in 32 countries, including the U.S. They were just having a laugh and the lead singer is actually a really funny guy who didn't take himself seriously. Their next two singles aren't as well known, but got to no.3 and no.1.
@@redarmysoja The Fairbrass brothers ran a gym frequented by lots of posers and Richard (the lead singer) took off his shirt and started singing this song that he made up on the spot. They then went on to record it as an indie rock song before a DJ friend mixed it into the resulting smash hit.
Could you play this loudly in your car without looking like you crave anal sex with another man? I thought that's what it was about. Leather vest wearing domination type of activities occuring within an RV in the YMCA parking lot. Wait... That IS what you meant by hilarious. I just now got that. It took me a while because I'm a bit old fashioned when it comes to liking women, and all that.
A fun song that nobody took seriously in the early 90's - Richard Faibrass and his brother were taking a 'swipe' (taking the pi$$) at the posers and narcissists who visited a gym that they were running... They were too sexy for everything as they posed in front of the mirrored gym walls.
It was made to make fun of models, fashion and people wrapped up in thierself, He poked fun at it and thats what makes its so good. and great voice and its got a great beat and everyone loves to use the Im too sexy for different things
Whenever I hear this song it brings back some kinda core memory and I geek out. It makes me remember when a DJ at a local rock radio station to me back in the late 90's got fired for locking himself in the studio and playing this song on repeat for 3 hours straight. They had to bust the door in and dragged him out which you heard live. Love this song.
Their name "Right Said Fred" is taken from a English comedy song of that title performed by a highly-regarded English character actor Bernard Cribbins, which was recorded at the Abbey Road studios in 1962. The song about three removals men who are trying to get a large, mysterious, un-named piece of furniture into an apartment, was a substantial hit in Britain. The producer was George Martin who, of course, was within a few months, to become the Beatles influential record producer. Lyrics: "Right, " said Fred, "Both of us together One each end and steady as we go." Tried to shift it, couldn't even lift it We was getting nowhere And so we had a cuppa tea and "Right, " said Fred, "Give a shout for Charlie." Up comes Charlie from the floor below After strainin', heavin' and complainin' We was getting nowhere And so we had a cuppa tea And Charlie had a think, and he thought we ought to take off all the handles And the things wot held the candles But it did no good, well I never thought it would "All right, " said Fred, "Have to take the feet off To get them feet off wouldn't take a mo" Took its feet off, even took the seat off Should have got us somewhere but no! So Fred said, "Let's have another cuppa tea" And we said, "right-o." "Alright, " said Fred, "Have to take the door off Need more space to shift the so-and-so." Had bad twinges taking off the hinges And it got us nowhere And so we had a cuppa tea and "Right, " said Fred, "Have to take the wall down That there wall is gonna have to go." Took the wall down, even with it all down We was getting nowhere And so we had a cuppa tea And Charlie had a think, and he said, "Look, Fred I've got a sort of feelin' If we remove the ceiling With a rope or two we could drop the blighter through." "All right, " said Fred, climbing up a ladder With his crowbar gave a mighty blow Was he in trouble, half a ton of rubble landed on the top of his dome So Charlie and me had another cuppa tea And then we went home I said to Charlie, "We'll just have to leave it Standing on the landing, that's all You see the trouble with Fred is, he's too hasty You'll never get nowhere if you're too hasty."
when this MTv people didn't know what to think. people were backing up until they got the joke. these guys are lampooning the models and the industry. this has been featured in so many shows or movies. people applaud wildly now.
I remember hearing this on Top of The Pops and finding it hilarious. It was 1992 apparently, I was sure it was late 80's (88/89). It's not a great song but it's fun and when you hear it a lot for 30 years it grows on you!!
There was a guy I used to work with thought he was a ladies man., Every new lady that got hired, he would be all over her. Everytime this clown would walk in to the break room, I'd start singing this song. He would get so pissed turn bright red and stomp out .it was hilarious. Great song
Has anyone ever noticed that the instrumental part that's starts at 1:22 (in B &Ls video, not the song) is copped from Jimi Hendrix' Third Stone from the Sun.
Part of the backing track is Bobby Byrd 'Hot Pants' and Jimi Hendrix 'Third Stone From The Sun'. I suspect the whooping sound is a small vocal take from Lyn Collins 'Think About it' which someone also suggested on whosampled.
This is one of those songs. You know the kind whether you love it or haaaate it, as I do, it will get stuck in your dang head! And now it will be stuck in mine, thanks a lot lol
Oh God, this damn song. Couldn't get away from it when it came out! At least I haven't seen anyone in the comments here saying how "criminally underrated" they are and that they're "one of the most important bands of their time" 🤣🤣
Apparently, some people (even in the industry) confuse the terms "Catwalk" and "Runway". A catwalk is a narrow walkway hidden above the stage where the stage crew can access things like lighting etc. The runway is an elevated platform where the models walk. It's usually lined with lights giving it the appearance of a lit airport runway, hence it's name.
I love how you two review the most diverse off the wall stuff... this song was so in, back in the late 90's but only for like 3 months... but still catchy today... 😉👍
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It’s supposed to be satirical of beauty and fashion, but it blew up into a worldwide pop hit.
Right Said Fred is comprised of the buff brothers Richard and Fred Fairbrass, and at the time, guitarist Rob Manzoli. The Fairbrass Brothers were managers at a London dance studio called the Dance Attic, where they came across lots of narcissism and posing. As Rich Fairbrass tells it, they had a loop playing on the computer, and inspired by his dance studio experience he spontaneously took his shirt off and started singing, "I'm too sexy for my shirt." The guys thought it was hilarious and worked up the song around the phrase. A demo found its way to the ears of a music promoter named Guy Holmes, who contacted the band, had them remix the song into a dance track (it was originally a rocker), and shopped it to record labels. Holmes had no takers so he set up his own label, Tug Records, and released the song, which became a huge hit once the BBC started playing it. Peace out.
Great explanation, I was kind of there. One bit you missed was that it was Tommy D remixed and put the break in - that's where it got really great. Really nice guys too.
This and "Barbie Girl" by Aqua were two parody songs making fun of the vain and superficial that a shockingly large number of people thought they were being serious.
It's only gotten worse.
If you listen to "Barbie Girl", the version on Postmodern Jukebox is fantastic. Much better than the original IMO.
@@Trifler500 It's a really good sing that a lot of people just didn't get!
Yea it's clearly not meant 2 be taken seriously.
@@scottwilson3741 Even their name is taken from the opening line of a 1962 comedy song by Bernard Cribbins.
As someone who spent time hanging out and people watching in dance clubs during those years, I have to say this song was one of the great epic trolls of all time. The people it was taunting loved it.
My favorite part is when he just stops singing and walks off because he's "too sexy for this song."
My favorite part is when they say their too sexy for the mandates.
I was in high school when this song came out and remember one day one of my classmates walked into pre calculus and saw we had a substitute teacher. He immediately started singing this very loudly while climbing up onto the desk, did the first verse, skipped right to the second chorus because he wanted to get to "shake his little tush on the catwalk" before getting sent to the see the principal.
Glad to hear someone else annoyed their teachers with this song in HS..
Thats what we call winning detention
That's one song that takes absolute confidence to perform
20 years ago the bridesmaids at my wife's an my wedding walked down the isle to this song. We got a big laugh. This song is awesome.
They're English, this was their first single and it was huge - stayed at no.2 in the UK for six weeks behind Brian Adams' monster hit, but went to no.1 in 32 countries, including the U.S. They were just having a laugh and the lead singer is actually a really funny guy who didn't take himself seriously. Their next two singles aren't as well known, but got to no.3 and no.1.
Insanely huge!! It was EVERYWHERE!!!!
I've always heard these guys were DJ's and were just making fun of models who are full of themselves.
@@redarmysoja The Fairbrass brothers ran a gym frequented by lots of posers and Richard (the lead singer) took off his shirt and started singing this song that he made up on the spot. They then went on to record it as an indie rock song before a DJ friend mixed it into the resulting smash hit.
Vin diesel stole their image.
First time I saw vin diesel i said "One of those I'm too sexy singers is an actor now, his like in a legit action movie"
@@daz_n OK, thanks, been a long time, couldn't remember exactly.
So freaking hilarious after all these years
Could you play this loudly in your car without looking like you crave anal sex with another man? I thought that's what it was about. Leather vest wearing domination type of activities occuring within an RV in the YMCA parking lot.
Wait... That IS what you meant by hilarious. I just now got that. It took me a while because I'm a bit old fashioned when it comes to liking women, and all that.
A fun song that nobody took seriously in the early 90's - Richard Faibrass and his brother were taking a 'swipe' (taking the pi$$) at the posers and narcissists who visited a gym that they were running... They were too sexy for everything as they posed in front of the mirrored gym walls.
🤣 so funny. Something we can all relate to !
Funny thing i used to go to there gym and didnt realise that 🤔😂
That is not true. This is a serious song about Fred and Richard Fairbrass being to sexy. I to was too sexy. But them days are long gone.
Vin diesel stole their image
This song was played non-stop it was everywhere.
“I do my little turn on the catwalk ..” That’s the funniest part of the song to me.
“I’m too sexy for my cat"
The guitar riff is from " third stone from the sun" by Jimi Hendrix
Yep @1:21
Holy shit just realized that
Holy crap dude. I never realized that til now. Did you pick that up on your own or read it somewhere?
On the CD single, there's a dedication to Jimi Hendrix :-)
you know brad is going to accidentally start to sing this when he is working,cleaning or cooking.
With his sexy mesh shirt on...😄
This is a fun song to play, while driving donuts in the snow with a Pontiac Fiero..
Fieros are so fun! My friend had one with a 383 stroker in it, and that car was terrifying.
@@fatwhiteguy795 They are so much fun. I've owned two and still have dreams about them..
@@fatwhiteguy795 that's terrifying to even think about. Mine was fun enough with a little 4 banger in it
Like an oversized go-kart
When you can see merging traffic…from UNDER the guardrail!
It was made to make fun of models, fashion and people wrapped up in thierself, He poked fun at it and thats what makes its so good. and great voice and its got a great beat and everyone loves to use the Im too sexy for different things
LOL This song was the BOMB 30 yrs ago. Glad someone got around to suggesting it.
You can hate this song on so many levels, but you can't actually hate this :) it is exactly what it is and means. Enjoy!
Whenever I hear this song it brings back some kinda core memory and I geek out. It makes me remember when a DJ at a local rock radio station to me back in the late 90's got fired for locking himself in the studio and playing this song on repeat for 3 hours straight. They had to bust the door in and dragged him out which you heard live. Love this song.
Everyone I know sang I’m too sexy for my shirt. Guys, girls, family members. It’s just iconic to me. 😂
From the same era of British Gay bands try Frankie Goes to Hollywood , Relax , Two Tribes , power of love , these were all big hits
Their name "Right Said Fred" is taken from a English comedy song of that title performed by a highly-regarded English character actor Bernard Cribbins, which was recorded at the Abbey Road studios in 1962. The song about three removals men who are trying to get a large, mysterious, un-named piece of furniture into an apartment, was a substantial hit in Britain. The producer was George Martin who, of course, was within a few months, to become the Beatles influential record producer.
Lyrics:
"Right, " said Fred, "Both of us together
One each end and steady as we go."
Tried to shift it, couldn't even lift it
We was getting nowhere
And so we had a cuppa tea and
"Right, " said Fred, "Give a shout for Charlie."
Up comes Charlie from the floor below
After strainin', heavin' and complainin'
We was getting nowhere
And so we had a cuppa tea
And Charlie had a think, and he thought we ought to take off all the handles
And the things wot held the candles
But it did no good, well I never thought it would
"All right, " said Fred, "Have to take the feet off
To get them feet off wouldn't take a mo"
Took its feet off, even took the seat off
Should have got us somewhere but no!
So Fred said, "Let's have another cuppa tea"
And we said, "right-o."
"Alright, " said Fred, "Have to take the door off
Need more space to shift the so-and-so."
Had bad twinges taking off the hinges
And it got us nowhere
And so we had a cuppa tea and
"Right, " said Fred, "Have to take the wall down
That there wall is gonna have to go."
Took the wall down, even with it all down
We was getting nowhere
And so we had a cuppa tea
And Charlie had a think, and he said, "Look, Fred
I've got a sort of feelin'
If we remove the ceiling
With a rope or two we could drop the blighter through."
"All right, " said Fred, climbing up a ladder
With his crowbar gave a mighty blow
Was he in trouble, half a ton of rubble landed on the top of his dome
So Charlie and me had another cuppa tea
And then we went home
I said to Charlie, "We'll just have to leave it
Standing on the landing, that's all
You see the trouble with Fred is, he's too hasty
You'll never get nowhere if you're too hasty."
Ah..interesting trivia! 😆👍🏻
This was probably the best song to come out of 1991. I still sing it when i want to annoy my wife.
4:15 Waaaahahahaha!!! Everybody funny now you funny too.
I think this is the first time I've heard the entire song. So much fun! 😂
when this MTv people didn't know what to think. people were backing up until they got the joke. these guys are lampooning the models and the industry. this has been featured in so many shows or movies. people applaud wildly now.
Yay, I love this song so much! Loved dancing to it - it was goofy. And I think he sounds like Elmer Fudd!
this song NEVER gets old
Always seemed pretty gay to me
Lex was like look at all the beef cake! And Brad was like so this is what that song was about!
I can’t believe you guys never heard this damn song.😂
I remember hearing this on Top of The Pops and finding it hilarious. It was 1992 apparently, I was sure it was late 80's (88/89).
It's not a great song but it's fun and when you hear it a lot for 30 years it grows on you!!
1991 :D
There was a guy I used to work with thought he was a ladies man., Every new lady that got hired, he would be all over her. Everytime this clown would walk in to the break room, I'd start singing this song. He would get so pissed turn bright red and stomp out .it was hilarious. Great song
U were cock blocking bro. But u did all those ladies a favor cracking on that guy.
This was one of those songs that became ridiculously more popular then it should have been. Probably because it was obnoxiously fun.
"deeply dippy" Right Said Fred" had some good fun shit.
Has anyone ever noticed that the instrumental part that's starts at 1:22 (in B &Ls video, not the song) is copped from Jimi Hendrix' Third Stone from the Sun.
I wouldn’t worry about that shirt if I was wearing those pants Brad
I loved this when it came out (1991) and played it constantly. For some crazy I even danced to it at my church youth group in front of my friends lol.
“You’re my Mate” is another fun one of theirs!
Lex sure remembers that outfit. As she should! This is such a fun song.
Even the bass fill is sarcastic. Loved this.
From novelty pop songs to world leading pandemic experts in 30 years.
When this song came on the RADIO we couldn't help but mimic every movement!! Ya know, because we were watching music videos on MTV!
Lex is incredible. I am 56 y.o. and she likes the same songs that I did 35 years ago. National treasure.
Brad!!The shirt AND the shiny green tight pants! You go!!! 🤣🕺🏼
Band took their name from a 1960's comedy song by Bernard Cribbins.
They also sang "don't talk, just kiss" (let your tongue fool around)🎶🤣
Yes, that was a fun one too! They should react to that one! 👌🏻👏🏻
That was an awesome song. It sure got people kissing on the dance floors in the 1990s.
The "bridge" rips off Jimi's "Third Stone From the Sun"
Just came to say that. Most people miss that.
Never noticed it before!
This is a good song, but Deeply Dippy is next level
You're gettin' trolled, HARD!!!
YKWIM literally in the chorus? Must be your favourite song ever 😄😄
The 27% of Brad that's white LOVED this song.
You have no idea how huge this song was. Globally huge. Ridiculous and fun.
This song is amazing. Still makes me chuckle. It's oddly catchy when it shouldn't be.
1:20 Never noticed the quote of Hendrix's 'Third Stone from the Sun' before...NICE!
Part of the backing track is Bobby Byrd 'Hot Pants' and Jimi Hendrix 'Third Stone From The Sun'. I suspect the whooping sound is a small vocal take from Lyn Collins 'Think About it' which someone also suggested on whosampled.
Its tongue in cheek, models…catwalk…I’m too sexy!
This is one of those songs. You know the kind whether you love it or haaaate it, as I do, it will get stuck in your dang head! And now it will be stuck in mine, thanks a lot lol
Oh God, this damn song. Couldn't get away from it when it came out! At least I haven't seen anyone in the comments here saying how "criminally underrated" they are and that they're "one of the most important bands of their time" 🤣🤣
Once this song is in your head …it stays there 👨🏼🦲👨🏼🦲
I was not ready for Brad in the lizard pants. 🤣🤣
I’ve always felt like the singer sounds like Elmer Fudd
You know... fun song within my generation..cool throwback for fun grill outs/
Right said Fred were a British group, this song was released in the 90s & was one of their biggest hits
A tongue in cheek take in the fashion industry. These guys having a laugh
It's official Lex would be the loudest girl at a Chippendales show.
this is the first time i realized the guitarist plays the Third Stone from the Sun Hendrix lick between lyrical stanzas. Cool!
A 90s classic. Love this song.
It's was taking the piss of vanity...but the song was huge. And yep over your heads
1991 this song was huge. Tshirts for sale everywhere that said things like "I'm too sexy for my job"
The guitar riff is from third stone from the sun by jimi Hendrix
Take this thumsb up for just the pic or brad in that shirt! Had me rollin!
Every dancefloor ever has heard this, including school gymnasiums in the 1990s.
Great Addictive Vibe! ❤️🤣🤣 OH and I Hate When Music is "Sampled" it just Shows NO MUSIC IMAGINATION!!
Listen to "Right said Fred" by the legend Bernard Cribbens which is where they got their name from. 😂
Hahaha that picture of Brad is tremendous…the confidence in the outfit
Tell your kids this was Vin Diesel.
Apparently, some people (even in the industry) confuse the terms "Catwalk" and "Runway". A catwalk is a narrow walkway hidden above the stage where the stage crew can access things like lighting etc. The runway is an elevated platform where the models walk. It's usually lined with lights giving it the appearance of a lit airport runway, hence it's name.
I love how you two review the most diverse off the wall stuff... this song was so in, back in the late 90's but only for like 3 months... but still catchy today... 😉👍
Where I lived as a teenager, a built, bald Frenchman owned the gym I went to, and this song was on ALL the time.
That musical interlude part is a melody from a Jimi Hendrix song called Third Stone From The Sun.
That song is 28 years old and I have been listening to it since it came out and I never noticed the cheering. Lol!
Best part of the song is the tribute to Hendrix.
This joint always made me laugh
Certified childhood classic lol.
That's such a fun song! lol
Love the picture of Brad 😍 We need to see more old pics of you guys 🙏🏼
Classic funny song
The lick after the chorus is lifted from the Jimi Hendrix song, Third Stone From The Sun.
Has to be played at all British weddings or the DJ loses his fee.
Can't believe Brad's got some Robert plant pants!!
That Shirt looks so familiar lol
This was a big hit, fun to dance to, and sing!!!!
Richard Fairbrass was hilarious back in the day on "Nevermind the Buzzcocks" especially the episode with Lemmy from "Motorhead". 🤣
"Definitely not Eurodance"
to one of the Eurodanciest songs out there
This is actually an awesome song, great sound!
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Brad was too sexy for that pants. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Omg!! That picture!! And yes those pants were tight. 😃😆
Just catching up on this one. Too funny you two!!! Laughing here like crazy.... somehow got to Brad's cloths. Take care.
Brad: I heard this somewhere
Lex: In your head when you put on that white mesh shirt and shiny green pants