I did comedy for 14 years tryin to break into the NYC comedy scene. I even saw Burr work once or twice years ago during my journey. I worked a job too. However, I got burned out and it stopped being fun. Never was a regular in any of the clubs, never got paid as a comic. I was doing “urban rooms”. I reinvented myself and became a impersonator/tribute artist and made more moves in 5 months then i did in 5 years chasing comedy. Everyone’s path is different.
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
I respect Bill’s advice. I chased comedy for 14 years in NYC. Never made a dime. I got burned out, wasn’t havin fun with it. I reinvented myself as a tribute artist/impersonator and made more moves in 5 months than i did in 5 years chasing comedy. Everyone’s path is NOT the same. There’s NO age limit on comedy. Dangerfield came back to comedy at 48 after a 12 year lay off working a job and raisin a family. U can have the desire all u want, but if u don’t have the right people behind u, u won’t progress as fast.
Even for musicians this is some true fucking advice...."don't quit your job" is something I wish I heard from Bill awhile ago...cuz that's what i'm doing now and i'm loving it...working and playing in a band...just playing shows once a month makes going to work much easier and going to work and spending the cash on gear, lights, fog machine and other cool shit makes going to play shows much easier
FrostyStone Ltd This is exactly what I hope to do. Bill inspired me to take up drums and my goals aren't to be the next john bonham or ringo (certainly would be awesome), I just want to play live twice or 3 times a month and have fun with it.
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
Me too! Bukowski said "don't try", but I take that as some sort of challenge. If you then decide to try, then maybe you actually have something to say, but if you don't then good, we don't need that weakass bullshit in here, anyhow.
@@cflores1889 Maybe he means that in "trying" one gives themselves an out. It's a mental trick we play on ourselves surely but if we "do" instead of "trying" we are not getting wrapped up in the idea of doing stand-up we're focused in the process. When I "try" something I tend to rush more and be more half ass to get to my goal. When I "do" it's like taking a shower or running errands, it's a task in which I'm focused on the process more than the goal. The goal is to get better. I don't get better by trying, I get better by doing. I love comedy and wondered what it would be like to do a set. I figure if I get up there and "do" it instead of "try", even if I end up not liking it I'll know I gave it everything I had.
Good luck man, I started 4 months ago and have done 36 gigs. It's hard, but don't let your first gig define you, whether it goes well or it's awful. Even really good open mic comedians are noticeably poor compared to anyone with a few years experience. It's the technique that takes years, everyone can be funny right away. Keep getting up on stage, and you'll get momentum.
John O' Keeffe man thank you for the encouragement. Im very confident that i will do well. Everyone tells me i should do comedy and i love to make people happy and laugh. I have zero issues with public speaking. Ive worked up lots of material and have studied up on what to avoid topic wise. This venue only allows for 3mins so im going to give it all i got pal. How do you get booked for full shows though?
@@gagegreen5384 i checked into doing open mic at this Stand Up Live place and they only give you 3mins and i have to drive like 2.5hrs. Im seeking other avenues. I know i would do great.
Just did my first stand up Bill! It went great and I owe it to you for this inspiration. Much like the person who wrote into you, I was sick of the life I was living and had always been told I was funny. I'm going to keep going to open mic nights until something works out. Thank you Mr. Burr!
Dale Larson How’s things going for you bud any chance you can give me a call so I can pick your brain a brand new I’m doing my first open mic this week 330-459-3946
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
Well, 2 years later I'm at a job I enjoy. Not ready to take "the jump" yet. I need to pay off some debt and build a savings. It's scary that I'll probably have to leave small-town USA and move to Milwaukee, Minneapolis or Chicago. But, that's a risk I'm gonna have to take!
@@amaanhussain3094 I've been doing some small open mics around the Midwest but I'm still enjoying it. Not entirely sure I'm ready to make the leap but I'm working on perfecting the art.
I really want to do what I love, man. I've played music in front of people and I loved every second of it. I just can't picture my life doing nothing but going to work, sleep, rinse and repeat if it's not doing something that I love. Thanks, Bill. You're awesome!
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
When I first got into the business I half assed it... The first 3 years I did maybe 50 mics... I took LONG ass breaks in between shows cause I kept being a bitch about it. Now I'm returning for the first time in 18 months & I'm ready to commit 100% to the game. No more turning back, although I love making videos, Stand Up will always be where I want to be & it's time I make it a priority.
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
bro please please can you be honest, like seriously 1,000% honest. This would help another person out more than you think. You posted this one year ago or more, did you actually get serious about comedy and stop "bitching" or no, some other things happened and it didn't work. Please respond honestly bro, it'll help some, and the rest don't even matter here. Thanks.
I been obsessed with learning standup, so I’ve been watching all these videos and practicing all my jokes and when I clicked on this video and saw your comment I felt like it was a sign. Bc I’m subscribed to your channel and watch all the time. So this was kind of like “oh shit what were the odds of him commenting” moment
Jimmy Carr was something around 30 when he started, and was one of the biggest comedians in the world only a few years later. Also, he didn't lose his virginity until some ridiculous age. Hard to believe with some celebrities.
Still no paid gigs, but I am getting better! Got three robust laughs out of this set. And it felt - amazing. Who needs the money? When I can have the "joke coke?" ua-cam.com/video/lVn-5sBQb50/v-deo.html
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
I recently sat down and came up with a a game plan to get get me out of the hell that is my life and its very comforting to have a man I respect echo my plan back to me. right now I'm washing dishes but give me 10 years and i will head line the comedy cellar. i just want it so god damn much it hurts thats what bill is talking about. you have to need comedy its why i walk this earth.
@Jeff B Some people may only get to 5 minutes a week so you better be actively learning the craft and practicing any time you can. You have to make those 5 minutes a week worth it and graduate to more time as soon as possible and then graduate to being an official comedy club comedian and then eventually opening act and paid gigs until you hopefully reach the pinnacle of being a touring comedian with your own comedy specials.
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
First time I've heard Bill Burr. Strong and wise advice for all people wanting to get into a creative career. If you can't imagine doing anything else, hurt when you are not doing it, then go for it. But do it smartly. Get the experience, get some chops. Then transition. Thanks for the post.
Awesome advice for anyone pursuing anything in Life. Dont just make it something you do. Make it your life's work. Desire and focused persistence. Thats how you succeed in anything in life.
Its your life you should never turn back no matter what you do or want to do. Great advice! You choose your path make sure its the right one and you can be happy in life.
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
@@benjamincox4211 I think it means they gave up. UA-cam is so weird. We can read all of these declarations of people from the past AND actually hear back from them about their journey. It trippy. I hope they answer you!
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
Bro that movie was terrible!!! lmao!! you owe me $3.99. Dude was a complete dick. Kid should have beat that ass. I'm pissed. Not enough redemption by any measure, not even close.
Mate. Thankyou. I have been sitting in the fence about doing an open mike. I am going to write my routine and give it a go. (Keeping my normal job) but I guess when I'm on stage I'll know if I will like it or not. Fairly prepared to bomb but cheers for the pep talk anyway.
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
I like that advice I’m divorced and in the same situation as this guy Started singing karaoke and now getting ready to start doing open mic I’m 55 and not looking back Still believe my best days are ahead of me I believe in art just didn’t know what is was about Creating something i and others enjoy is how I want to spend my time
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
Decided I wanted to start doing open mic nights just yesterday. I just started writing my first pages today. I'm 31, but unlike the Engineer that this is directed at, I'm in college right now. So I don't even have to worry about about giving up all the money that I don't have. I think more than anything I'm just looking forward to getting up there and bombing with dignity, but if I can get some laughs that would be cool too. Bill gives some pretty reasonable advice. Shit or get off the pot.
The caller sounds a like he's had an underlying depression probably growing for a long period and is coping alone and trying to alleviate this through comedy .My view is he should first consult his doctor ,then see if career adjustment is the answer.
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
At least a 100 times in my life people asked me if I was a professional comedian or if I did standup. I can make a stranger laugh anytime I want especially if it's a cute girl. I've done an open mic once. I got laughs. I'm older though and I don't have a marketable face I don't think. If I went for it there's 0 chance I'd fail. I know what it takes. 100% I could turn pro in under 2 years. But. I think there's a world of difference between being great and being successful. I'm horrible at networking. I think the odds of becoming successful are ridiculously tiny. I live in Hollywood. I think it's all about being famous here, quality is almost irrelevant and looks are almost everything. So no standup for me but love Bill and the advice was great.
Boileau Gabriel it’s not. If you wanna be a comedian be funny. Nobody gives a shit how you look. They just wanna laugh. I’ve never heard anyone say “he’s my favourite comedian because he’s so good looking.” Most of the big comedians are old and not classically beautiful like Bill Burr, CK, Russell Peters, Dave Chapelle. Looks only matter if you wanna use comedy to get into movies.
Becoming famous or becoming a comedian is like selling your soul. When celebrities say that, it doesn't mean they've actually gone to hell and given Satan a sheet saying "My Soul" on it, but that's the equivalent to becoming famous. You can't retire from fame, even when you retire from whatever you do as a celebrity, people will still notice you. As Bill would say "it's fucking BRUTAL"
I think he means that if you try and actually like it, it becomes an obsession. You'll crave going up on stage and eating shit instead of your easy 9 to 5 paycheck job.
cflores1889 Truer words were never spoken, man. I think that's how I figured out I love being a comic...Bombing on stage is still way more exhilarating than my shitty factory job. Even thinking about being on stage amps me up. I love it.
Not sure what kind of engineer you are but I do know with that degree there are alot of jobs that will get you out of your cubicle while keeping your good salary! Don't throw that away just look for another avenue for your degree. Be smart! Don't make a dumb decision
I'm chewing on the idea to transitioning to Standup Comedy from Music. I have ran into so many brick walls with collaborating with others that I can't begin to explain all of it. Heck, I could actually make a standup bit about how ridiculous it has been. I'm not nearly as motivated to be a solo musician for whatever reason. It's always been about having a Band, and having a Band just didn't work out for me after trying for 20 years. People are too busy with other things. I do have a lot on my mind, though. I'm very observational, sarcastic, can be witty and an asshole not afraid to drop truth bombs and point out paradoxes. I'm known for having a sharp tongue. So I'm really considering Standup Comedy. We will see...
It’s misguided for him to think becoming a writer or comedian is the change he needs. Those things are great and he should do them, but the core issue is the lies of society we adhere to. I’m not talking about conspiracy theories. I’m talking about the belief that a slave job and six figures, house, blah blah blah, are all necessities of life. I gave them up a few years ago and my only regret is not doing it sooner. Out of that I found my direction.
Hopefully you keep the 6 figure job and accept the life style of someone who is barely making it without much luxuries. Imagine how much money you will save by making six figures and pretending you're making minimum wage. Save that cash and take the chance.
+Gerardo Gutierrez I agree... Sometimes I think "Would I buy this unnecessary shit when I had no job?" No I wouldn't. Even stopping trips to the gas station have saved me a lot of the past few months.. Or eating out on lunch. Stay humble in your purchases, but also reward yourself with meaningful things... not $10 on tacos for lunch.
+Dub Yuh yeah I'm currently having financial issues of my own and I have limited my spending so much by not eating out or going to movies and stuff like that. I was making way more money than I am at the moment, and now I have to find any way to keep up with payments for shit, that I could afford comfortably before. It sucks and I wish I would've took my own advice about a year ago. But fuck it man we gotta bounce back in this fucking world. Cheers bro! Pray I get back on my feet and never commit the same mistakes again.
I'm 46 (fuck!) and just started doing stand up last month after decades of going nowhere as a musician. (I kept my six figure job though LOL.) I'm hitting 5-10+ open mics a week and it's exhausting as hell! But I am getting consistent laughs, I'm getting better and developing my style/voice, I'm writing every day, and networking with a welcoming and supportive comedy community. I don't have a serious end goal, all I know is that I'm a comic and I'm fucking doing it! So if any of you are on the fence, just do it!
Hey man hittign 5-10 a week at your age is really impressive, keep up the good work and im glad to see you looking up adventuers of comedians on youtube to inspire you
If u're a single guy making over $100k not living in an expensive state, u should be putting that money to work for u, so that u don't have to work so much doing a job u hate.
Too old to be a comedian? Are you kidding me? If you told me that you we in our mid thirties and you wanted to play football for Notre Dame, sure, but comedy? Seriously....
I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
Am I the only one who thinks this guy writes like an engineer as well, real clunky? Based on his letter, it seems to me, he is delusional about being a writer. Who knows if he could make the grade as a comedian, but the fact he hasn't taken the first step and done open mike yet - as it would appear - is not a good sign. If someone wants to do something really, they try it; if they just want to reassure themselves that they have other options, they tell themselves that they could be a comedian or something or other, but without ever trying it.
The first time I've felt a minute and a half of silence at the end of video was truly fitting
Jacob Lie not for me I was left there just in this empty silence
@@emilioloera5780ball’s in your court dawg
I did comedy for 14 years tryin to break into the NYC comedy scene. I even saw Burr work once or twice years ago during my journey. I worked a job too. However, I got burned out and it stopped being fun. Never was a regular in any of the clubs, never got paid as a comic. I was doing “urban rooms”. I reinvented myself and became a impersonator/tribute artist and made more moves in 5 months then i did in 5 years chasing comedy. Everyone’s path is different.
this is an underrated and a more realistic comment to aspiring comics
Hey man, if you're performing and happy with the life you're making for yourself, that's all that matters.
@@toomanybrews7123 You're 100% right.
4 minutes 40 seconds of sage advice. 1 minute 30 seconds to let it sink in.
With Bill just staring you down as if he was saying "'so, you gonna do this shit or what?"
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
he sounds so dead serious scary. like dude, dont do it if you aint goin all the way. no joke
Tonight is my first open mic wish me luck fuckers
How was it?
I respect Bill’s advice. I chased comedy for 14 years in NYC. Never made a dime. I got burned out, wasn’t havin fun with it. I reinvented myself as a tribute artist/impersonator and made more moves in 5 months than i did in 5 years chasing comedy. Everyone’s path is NOT the same. There’s NO age limit on comedy. Dangerfield came back to comedy at 48 after a 12 year lay off working a job and raisin a family. U can have the desire all u want, but if u don’t have the right people behind u, u won’t progress as fast.
Even for musicians this is some true fucking advice...."don't quit your job" is something I wish I heard from Bill awhile ago...cuz that's what i'm doing now and i'm loving it...working and playing in a band...just playing shows once a month makes going to work much easier and going to work and spending the cash on gear, lights, fog machine and other cool shit makes going to play shows much easier
FrostyStone Ltd This is exactly what I hope to do. Bill inspired me to take up drums and my goals aren't to be the next john bonham or ringo (certainly would be awesome), I just want to play live twice or 3 times a month and have fun with it.
I come back here from time to time when I need it.
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
@@MilesElder Thank you.
reminds me of bukowski's "so you want to be a writer"
Me too! Bukowski said "don't try", but I take that as some sort of challenge. If you then decide to try, then maybe you actually have something to say, but if you don't then good, we don't need that weakass bullshit in here, anyhow.
@@cflores1889 Maybe he means that in "trying" one gives themselves an out. It's a mental trick we play on ourselves surely but if we "do" instead of "trying" we are not getting wrapped up in the idea of doing stand-up we're focused in the process. When I "try" something I tend to rush more and be more half ass to get to my goal. When I "do" it's like taking a shower or running errands, it's a task in which I'm focused on the process more than the goal. The goal is to get better. I don't get better by trying, I get better by doing.
I love comedy and wondered what it would be like to do a set. I figure if I get up there and "do" it instead of "try", even if I end up not liking it I'll know I gave it everything I had.
"If you're going to try, go all the way. Otherwise don't even start." - CB
@@cflores1889 Ok but why be a dick about it lmao
quite the dramatic pause at the end.
Bill Burr is an amazing comic. I love his podcast!
Im trying stand up in about a week for the first time. Im very excited and have my material ready. I sure hope it goes well.
Good luck man, I started 4 months ago and have done 36 gigs. It's hard, but don't let your first gig define you, whether it goes well or it's awful. Even really good open mic comedians are noticeably poor compared to anyone with a few years experience. It's the technique that takes years, everyone can be funny right away. Keep getting up on stage, and you'll get momentum.
John O' Keeffe man thank you for the encouragement. Im very confident that i will do well. Everyone tells me i should do comedy and i love to make people happy and laugh. I have zero issues with public speaking. Ive worked up lots of material and have studied up on what to avoid topic wise. This venue only allows for 3mins so im going to give it all i got pal. How do you get booked for full shows though?
Hope it went well.
@@scootmcgoot570 Did you keep at it?
@@gagegreen5384 i checked into doing open mic at this Stand Up Live place and they only give you 3mins and i have to drive like 2.5hrs. Im seeking other avenues. I know i would do great.
“If you are alive, you are young enough to do standup” - Gary Gulman.
Just did my first stand up Bill! It went great and I owe it to you for this inspiration. Much like the person who wrote into you, I was sick of the life I was living and had always been told I was funny. I'm going to keep going to open mic nights until something works out. Thank you Mr. Burr!
Dale Larson How’s things going for you bud any chance you can give me a call so I can pick your brain a brand new I’m doing my first open mic this week 330-459-3946
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
Well, 2 years later I'm at a job I enjoy. Not ready to take "the jump" yet. I need to pay off some debt and build a savings. It's scary that I'll probably have to leave small-town USA and move to Milwaukee, Minneapolis or Chicago. But, that's a risk I'm gonna have to take!
@@dalelarson9624 how's life now
@@amaanhussain3094 I've been doing some small open mics around the Midwest but I'm still enjoying it. Not entirely sure I'm ready to make the leap but I'm working on perfecting the art.
I love the angst of people with good jobs.
So awesome and honest. Bill has more compassion than he gives himself credit for
He really is a caring soul. It's that wild Boston humor that throws ya off
I LOVE LOVE LOVE Bill Burr! He is one of my Idols!!!
Man. The solid minute of silence following: "The ball's in your court." were harrowing.
I really want to do what I love, man. I've played music in front of people and I loved every second of it. I just can't picture my life doing nothing but going to work, sleep, rinse and repeat if it's not doing something that I love. Thanks, Bill. You're awesome!
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
pay your dues slowly, learn the craft, and realize it's a long slow journey--it must be the biggest goal in your life
this is the most sincere i've ever heard this guy be.
I like the silence at the end, makes you think about what you just heard.
When I first got into the business I half assed it... The first 3 years I did maybe 50 mics... I took LONG ass breaks in between shows cause I kept being a bitch about it.
Now I'm returning for the first time in 18 months & I'm ready to commit 100% to the game. No more turning back, although I love making videos, Stand Up will always be where I want to be & it's time I make it a priority.
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
bro please please can you be honest, like seriously 1,000% honest. This would help another person out more than you think. You posted this one year ago or more, did you actually get serious about comedy and stop "bitching" or no, some other things happened and it didn't work. Please respond honestly bro, it'll help some, and the rest don't even matter here. Thanks.
I been obsessed with learning standup, so I’ve been watching all these videos and practicing all my jokes and when I clicked on this video and saw your comment I felt like it was a sign. Bc I’m subscribed to your channel and watch all the time. So this was kind of like “oh shit what were the odds of him commenting” moment
woah well look at you
ILL HAVE A DOUBLE CAPPACHINO.......HOLD THE CREAM.....
Jimmy Carr was something around 30 when he started, and was one of the biggest comedians in the world only a few years later.
Also, he didn't lose his virginity until some ridiculous age. Hard to believe with some celebrities.
Dude your my inspiration!! You've been my model for my comedic style. Much respect!! And I love your podcast.
I'm just starting out. I'm sorta beat up. I'm 60. I guess that's "old." As long as I can make people laugh, why the hell can't I get a paid gig?
How’d it go?
Still no paid gigs, but I am getting better! Got three robust laughs out of this set. And it felt - amazing. Who needs the money? When I can have the "joke coke?" ua-cam.com/video/lVn-5sBQb50/v-deo.html
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
Thanks. I needed that minute and 30 seconds to reflect on what he said
Dude, once again, thanks for all the Burr stuff. Keep 'em coming.
I recently sat down and came up with a a game plan to get get me out of the hell that is my life and its very comforting to have a man I respect echo my plan back to me. right now I'm washing dishes but give me 10 years and i will head line the comedy cellar. i just want it so god damn much it hurts thats what bill is talking about. you have to need comedy its why i walk this earth.
TongueHead gl man, you still pursuing comedy ?
Sayed Batshon ..dishes
@Jeff B Some people may only get to 5 minutes a week so you better be actively learning the craft and practicing any time you can.
You have to make those 5 minutes a week worth it and graduate to more time as soon as possible and then graduate to being an official comedy club comedian and then eventually opening act and paid gigs until you hopefully reach the pinnacle of being a touring comedian with your own comedy specials.
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
Hows it going
WOW.. AND WOW.
First time I've heard Bill Burr. Strong and wise advice for all people wanting to get into a creative career. If you can't imagine doing anything else, hurt when you are not doing it, then go for it. But do it smartly. Get the experience, get some chops. Then transition. Thanks for the post.
Awesome advice for anyone pursuing anything in Life. Dont just make it something you do. Make it your life's work. Desire and focused persistence. Thats how you succeed in anything in life.
This is amazing
Brilliant, that's what Bill is.
Its your life you should never turn back no matter what you do or want to do. Great advice! You choose your path make sure its the right one and you can be happy in life.
Bill burr is the funniest comic on earth
This is exactly what I needed to hear right now. Compared to his stand up, it's interesting to hear him like this.
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
This is GREAT advice...
i already loved Bill but fuck.. this made me love him even more!!
That was great!! I'm moving to NYC to do the same thing and that was a breath of fresh air to hear.. Thanks Bill/.
eric perluke how has it worked out so far?
@@benjamincox4211 I think it means they gave up. UA-cam is so weird. We can read all of these declarations of people from the past AND actually hear back from them about their journey. It trippy. I hope they answer you!
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
Good n honest advise Sir Burr . Seriously
wanting it more than anything in the world
Great advice
Steps to success:
1. Listen to this.
2. Watch Whiplash
3. Take a shot of whiskey, listen to Good Day by the Nappy Roots and go do what you want to do.
Better than any self-help book I've ever read.
Bro that movie was terrible!!! lmao!! you owe me $3.99. Dude was a complete dick. Kid should have beat that ass. I'm pissed. Not enough redemption by any measure, not even close.
Great song!
Except the main character of Whiplash is a careerist asshole who nobody would ever get along with in real life
Burr's hotel voice 😆
Mate. Thankyou. I have been sitting in the fence about doing an open mike. I am going to write my routine and give it a go. (Keeping my normal job) but I guess when I'm on stage I'll know if I will like it or not. Fairly prepared to bomb but cheers for the pep talk anyway.
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
yeah go for it, engineers are.. uh.. hysterical
I forgot I had the speed on 1.25 and wondered why Bill was so intense
Im 35 and going to do my first open mic next week. Ive been writting material on and off for years but im not making excuses anymore. Im doing it
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Good shit bro nice job
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
...jesus... OK BILL OK. You spurred me on.
👑
Ricky Gervais didnt do stand up till he was into his 40's
He was already a TV writer before then though.
He was at the BBC with great support. The BBC is world class broadcasting at every level its staff are very well protected.
@@petergreen5337 sup
@@mre7152 yeah true but he even got into writing for tv late. He did the Office when he was 39
Carson Hartman and dangerfield were all well into their thirties before doing anything I'm pretty sure
I like that advice
I’m divorced and in the same situation as this guy
Started singing karaoke and now getting ready to start doing open mic
I’m 55 and not looking back
Still believe my best days are ahead of me
I believe in art just didn’t know what is was about
Creating something i and others enjoy is how I want to spend my time
@TheWestsideErection No problem. Thank you for your vids as well.
Wow. Really great advice.
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
I love what i learn from these comedians
This, ladies and gentlemen, is why i stopped school and have begun doing what i love. BOOM. If you want to take the island burn the fucking boats.
thats what i did, keep you're job and do open mics. its fun as hell!!
After everything he said, the last minute is truly haunting. I’m gonna fucking do this.
Do what truly moves you. I feel Bill Burr is a wonderfully odd wise man
Oh man, I'm so nervous...
I'm 21, probably going to be expelled from my college campus, hating my career, and with some big dreams...
I'm in the same boat man, never give up.
Decided I wanted to start doing open mic nights just yesterday. I just started writing my first pages today. I'm 31, but unlike the Engineer that this is directed at, I'm in college right now. So I don't even have to worry about about giving up all the money that I don't have. I think more than anything I'm just looking forward to getting up there and bombing with dignity, but if I can get some laughs that would be cool too. Bill gives some pretty reasonable advice. Shit or get off the pot.
thats real.
Jam Soon Next Time You're Back In Chicago
The caller sounds a like he's had an underlying depression probably growing for a long period and is coping alone and trying to alleviate this through comedy .My view is he should first consult his doctor ,then see if career adjustment is the answer.
Before Dave Chappelle, I never saw Bill Burr, no lie.
where is best city to go?
Also, I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
At least a 100 times in my life people asked me if I was a professional comedian or if I did standup. I can make a stranger laugh anytime I want especially if it's a cute girl. I've done an open mic once. I got laughs. I'm older though and I don't have a marketable face I don't think. If I went for it there's 0 chance I'd fail. I know what it takes. 100% I could turn pro in under 2 years. But. I think there's a world of difference between being great and being successful. I'm horrible at networking. I think the odds of becoming successful are ridiculously tiny. I live in Hollywood. I think it's all about being famous here, quality is almost irrelevant and looks are almost everything. So no standup for me but love Bill and the advice was great.
That’s a cop out. Have you seen many comedians? Funny is funny, and if you’re truly good you will rise. It sounds like you are afraid to fail
Maybe your positivity makes everyone jealous?
Holy fuck. This is me 100% but I’m 29 and married.
Strong grammar.
well shit... I guess I will be doing it for fun then.. being over 40 and all. I still look young as shit but who knows if that's a plus?
Boileau Gabriel it’s not. If you wanna be a comedian be funny. Nobody gives a shit how you look. They just wanna laugh. I’ve never heard anyone say “he’s my favourite comedian because he’s so good looking.” Most of the big comedians are old and not classically beautiful like Bill Burr, CK, Russell Peters, Dave Chapelle. Looks only matter if you wanna use comedy to get into movies.
What does he mean when he said "If you decide to become a comedian, there's no turning back" ?
you basically give it all, youre in this for the long run.
Becoming famous or becoming a comedian is like selling your soul. When celebrities say that, it doesn't mean they've actually gone to hell and given Satan a sheet saying "My Soul" on it, but that's the equivalent to becoming famous. You can't retire from fame, even when you retire from whatever you do as a celebrity, people will still notice you. As Bill would say "it's fucking BRUTAL"
I think he means that if you try and actually like it, it becomes an obsession. You'll crave going up on stage and eating shit instead of your easy 9 to 5 paycheck job.
***** There are a ton of funny comedians toiling in obscurity, Bill is discussing the drive to perfect your craft, not fame.
/smug
cflores1889 Truer words were never spoken, man. I think that's how I figured out I love being a comic...Bombing on stage is still way more exhilarating than my shitty factory job. Even thinking about being on stage amps me up. I love it.
Not sure what kind of engineer you are but I do know with that degree there are alot of jobs that will get you out of your cubicle while keeping your good salary! Don't throw that away just look for another avenue for your degree. Be smart! Don't make a dumb decision
I'm chewing on the idea to transitioning to Standup Comedy from Music. I have ran into so many brick walls with collaborating with others that I can't begin to explain all of it. Heck, I could actually make a standup bit about how ridiculous it has been. I'm not nearly as motivated to be a solo musician for whatever reason. It's always been about having a Band, and having a Band just didn't work out for me after trying for 20 years. People are too busy with other things. I do have a lot on my mind, though. I'm very observational, sarcastic, can be witty and an asshole not afraid to drop truth bombs and point out paradoxes. I'm known for having a sharp tongue. So I'm really considering Standup Comedy. We will see...
It’s misguided for him to think becoming a writer or comedian is the change he needs.
Those things are great and he should do them, but the core issue is the lies of society we adhere to.
I’m not talking about conspiracy theories. I’m talking about the belief that a slave job and six figures, house, blah blah blah, are all necessities of life.
I gave them up a few years ago and my only regret is not doing it sooner.
Out of that I found my direction.
Yo
Hopefully you keep the 6 figure job and accept the life style of someone who is barely making it without much luxuries. Imagine how much money you will save by making six figures and pretending you're making minimum wage. Save that cash and take the chance.
+Gerardo Gutierrez I agree... Sometimes I think "Would I buy this unnecessary shit when I had no job?"
No I wouldn't.
Even stopping trips to the gas station have saved me a lot of the past few months..
Or eating out on lunch.
Stay humble in your purchases, but also reward yourself with meaningful things...
not $10 on tacos for lunch.
+Dub Yuh yeah I'm currently having financial issues of my own and I have limited my spending so much by not eating out or going to movies and stuff like that. I was making way more money than I am at the moment, and now I have to find any way to keep up with payments for shit, that I could afford comfortably before. It sucks and I wish I would've took my own advice about a year ago. But fuck it man we gotta bounce back in this fucking world. Cheers bro! Pray I get back on my feet and never commit the same mistakes again.
I'm 46 (fuck!) and just started doing stand up last month after decades of going nowhere as a musician. (I kept my six figure job though LOL.) I'm hitting 5-10+ open mics a week and it's exhausting as hell! But I am getting consistent laughs, I'm getting better and developing my style/voice, I'm writing every day, and networking with a welcoming and supportive comedy community. I don't have a serious end goal, all I know is that I'm a comic and I'm fucking doing it! So if any of you are on the fence, just do it!
Hey man hittign 5-10 a week at your age is really impressive, keep up the good work and im glad to see you looking up adventuers of comedians on youtube to inspire you
This kid writes like he just watched Fight Club and is pretending to be Edward Norton's character.
I wonder how the dude is doing?
If u're a single guy making over $100k not living in an expensive state, u should be putting that money to work for u, so that u don't have to work so much doing a job u hate.
Too old to be a comedian? Are you kidding me? If you told me that you we in our mid thirties and you wanted to play football for Notre Dame, sure, but comedy? Seriously....
I am pretty sure at the end he says "he won't tell you you can't start comedy at the age of 30, because you can"
Henri-Ansel Vallee You definitly can, at the same time, except for people at very top, comedy is certainly a young mans sport.
You'd be funnier, Bill, if you lost the F-bombs.
Keep your day job and be funny with your friends and at parties.
Is 40 too old to start being a comic?
Dough Boyz fuck no never to late
I’d suggest listening to the UA-cam video entitled, “Ari Shaffir shares advice to young comics at the Comedy Store”. It has been helpful to me and I’m not even a comic, I’m a musician. But it’s just 3 hours and 48 minutes of really great advice. Hope it helps.
It's only too late when your dead if your alive you can do it
Am I the only one who thinks this guy writes like an engineer as well, real clunky? Based on his letter, it seems to me, he is delusional about being a writer. Who knows if he could make the grade as a comedian, but the fact he hasn't taken the first step and done open mike yet - as it would appear - is not a good sign. If someone wants to do something really, they try it; if they just want to reassure themselves that they have other options, they tell themselves that they could be a comedian or something or other, but without ever trying it.
This guy is not funny ...
Bill Burr is an amazing comic. I love his podcast!
Great advice