Tyne & Wear Metro the Musical - BBC Newcastle and BBC Look North

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    On 11th August 1980, Metro trains started running in the North East of England. BBC Newcastle and BBC Look North commissioned a musical composition to celebrate its 30th anniversary. This film is performed by people who use or work on the Tyne & Wear Metro.
    Composed and Directed by Benjamin Till, whose credits include "Symphony for Yorkshire" and "Coventry Market : The Musical".
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Komentáře • 554

  • @ivveG
    @ivveG Před 2 měsíci +46

    Who else came here from @PhilosophyTube ?✌ Watching this from Sweden and enjoying every bit! This is what public service tv is for

    • @mimy27
      @mimy27 Před 2 měsíci

      Literally, and I spent my semester abroad/Erasmus+ in Sunderland back in 2016! :D

    • @user-jm5oj7iz2b
      @user-jm5oj7iz2b Před měsícem

      Hey can you link her video I can’t find which one:)

    • @Xikiea
      @Xikiea Před měsícem

      @@user-jm5oj7iz2bit's her most recent one, the one featuring not just bikes

  • @erinquinn215
    @erinquinn215 Před 4 lety +80

    I return here once every few years, I think it's a morbid curiosity deep within that I cannot shake off. This to me, is what Hawaii is to a wondering Albatros

  • @krispee8471
    @krispee8471 Před 2 lety +32

    The cultural impact this has had can't be denied - no joke a literal masterpiece.

  • @mattb1498
    @mattb1498 Před 3 měsíci +9

    This will have a surge of views very soon thanks to Abigail ❤️

    • @andyhill3508
      @andyhill3508 Před 2 měsíci +2

      I hope so! My friend was in this

  • @CatsAreRubbish
    @CatsAreRubbish Před 3 lety +124

    I played this while my wife and I conceived. She gave birth to two healthy wheely bins.

  • @samthompson2203
    @samthompson2203 Před 2 lety +32

    It's been 10 years, why does this still pop into my head sometimes?

  • @MythicFables
    @MythicFables Před 2 měsíci +13

    Hi to all the folks comin' here from Abigail's Philosophy Tube video.

  • @J97736
    @J97736 Před 12 lety +28

    I do not care what anyone else says this is ten minutes of my life i will remember for ever this even won an award well done!!

  • @rudetuesday
    @rudetuesday Před 2 měsíci +5

    I love community art projects. This is so neat.

  • @katherinedoyle9710
    @katherinedoyle9710 Před 7 lety +54

    It's like smoking, I'm pretty sure it's giving me cancer but I can't help coming back to watch it

  • @ameba2k
    @ameba2k Před 9 lety +37

    So high. So bright. So Clean.

  • @ShwervinMervin
    @ShwervinMervin Před 5 lety +22

    *This has been a spiritual awakening*

  • @milliequick1271
    @milliequick1271 Před 2 měsíci +2

    This gives the Coventry Market song a run for its money. The BBC really had a sweet idea with these local social history musicals!

  • @sihy
    @sihy Před 13 lety +33

    The person who green-lighted this must've been Me-Me-Me-Me-Me-Me-Mental!

    • @Lucario0007
      @Lucario0007 Před 2 měsíci

      They wanted this song up on CZcams since n-n-nineteen e-Eighty

  • @livingonthetyne
    @livingonthetyne Před 3 lety +26

    This is the most cringe thing Ive ever watched, love it.

  • @DDRailways
    @DDRailways Před 2 měsíci +2

    Took me a few rewatches to notice this, but if you listen closely to where they all sing together, there actually singing the station names
    (Byker, cullercoats, north sheilds, Whitley Bay, etc.
    EDIT: whilst watching the credits, it says:
    GAFFER
    Tony Cook
    For those who don’t know, gaffer is a north eastern slang for ‘boss’

  • @charmetterogers5306
    @charmetterogers5306 Před 11 lety +38

    i was part of metro the musical and I am very proud of what we done it was a lot of hard work and long hours I would do it all over again it was one of the best things I have done

  • @pyrorai4297
    @pyrorai4297 Před 8 lety +28

    This song has truly inspired me, my soul has begun to stir in excitement and joy at this extremely fantastic celebration of all that is Tyne and Wear Metro. I can only hope a sequel is made.

  • @lynchyinc
    @lynchyinc Před 13 lety +35

    sounds like a eurovision entry

  • @NickPwnsUTube
    @NickPwnsUTube Před 7 lety +45

    I've probably watched this maybe 10-15 times over the last 6 years, and I have only just noticed that the woman at 1:41 is carrying a ferret...

  • @DG-ty3bp
    @DG-ty3bp Před 9 lety +43

    i was in this film, had a great time and the after party was better (although i thought there was a buffet but there was not) i had no tea in expectation, some of the girls were pretty

  • @DawsonBing
    @DawsonBing Před 13 lety +6

    People should remember this was made with local people who have worked really hard and put a lot of effort in to this. We should be proud of them and proud of this fantastic video. It's great for the North East AND it raises money for Children in Need with the sale of the DVDs!
    To the haters: give us your ideas of how to celebrate the north east.

  • @AlanNobleNE
    @AlanNobleNE Před 13 lety +18

    I was part of the production team in this project. I must say I'm very proud of how it's turned out.

    • @karlmitchell1307
      @karlmitchell1307 Před 2 měsíci

      Really? Was the brief to create the most cringeworthy representation of the North East?

  • @kofarizona
    @kofarizona Před rokem +4

    An article about this metro in my Spring 2022 issue of Jacobin Magazine brought me here. Most excellent! Kudos to all from a Yank in the American Southwest!

  • @ameba2k
    @ameba2k Před 10 lety +76

    Every few months I accidentally quote a lyric.

    • @jxp
      @jxp Před 5 lety +8

      Jonny Eveson you won’t catch me with no £20 fine 😤😤😤

    • @theadianandrowanshow2056
      @theadianandrowanshow2056 Před 3 lety +1

      Not accidentally though

  • @infernocfc9038
    @infernocfc9038 Před 3 lety +5

    Happy 40th birthday Tyne and Wear Metro!!!

  • @ameba2k
    @ameba2k Před 10 lety +17

    Back again. I love how the lyrics for this song were released under the freedom of information act. Now I know what the choir bit is!

    • @drewsmithbass
      @drewsmithbass Před 10 lety +3

      I've been looking for them to no avail, could you maybe send me a link or inbox me them?

    • @alexandercosgrave
      @alexandercosgrave Před 2 lety +2

      @@drewsmithbass 7 years later. Can say it is just all the stations on the yellow line Monument via Whitley bay

  • @ethanstorey1863
    @ethanstorey1863 Před 3 lety +5

    Happy 40th birthday Tyne and Wear Metro!

  • @mslates84
    @mslates84 Před 13 lety +4

    i realy don't understand why people are hating on this so much. it's fun, positive and shows a community's celebration for a public service. it's definitely not the sort of music i'd pay to listen to but that's really not the point is it? well done everyone involved : )

  • @gigli007
    @gigli007 Před 2 lety +6

    I’m so glad I found this, it’s nothing short of a masterpiece

  • @siobhangrs
    @siobhangrs Před 11 lety +2

    this is the most surreal thing I've ever seen

  • @silviahart776
    @silviahart776 Před 8 lety +5

    So moving, with everyone giving their utmost and, most of all, the genius that is the music of Ben Till.

  • @Xenonexus
    @Xenonexus Před 13 lety +8

    This perfectly captures the experience of riding the metro...on acid.

    • @hdawg7016
      @hdawg7016 Před 6 měsíci

      I've rode the metro on acid haha

  • @jaydenwani2674
    @jaydenwani2674 Před rokem +1

    I remember 8 years ago my mom sended me this video when I was 5 because she knew how much I love the Tyne and wear metro such good memories back then. It's great to revisit this video again it gives me a sense of nostalgia of the 2010s good times😎

  • @CS-rk6fu
    @CS-rk6fu Před 8 lety +3

    After all the effort these people put into this and the HATERS have to hate and dislike a piece of fun.

  • @MrTangojunkie
    @MrTangojunkie Před 13 lety +1

    Benjamin Till does it again: Brings out the best of British; the best of people and gives us sheer enjoyment. Magnificent..

  • @PublicTransport4U
    @PublicTransport4U Před 4 lety +6

    I love watching this video, it gives me goosebumps!

  • @omgrebeccasanimation
    @omgrebeccasanimation Před 11 lety +3

    I wish I was this happy every time I got on the metro omg I can't breathe hahahaha

  • @HenrysAdventures
    @HenrysAdventures Před 6 lety +5

    A lovely musical of what I think is the most enjoyable metro to travel on in the world!

  • @train_Truck_12
    @train_Truck_12 Před 2 lety +1

    I watch this video Every day

  • @ubahnfreak1
    @ubahnfreak1 Před 11 lety +2

    They all are really proud about this great metro!!!!!

  • @offbeathat5219
    @offbeathat5219 Před 8 lety +20

    to everyone not from the north east watching this
    i swear it's not this fucked

    • @nathanielhossack
      @nathanielhossack Před 8 lety

      Try Glasgow and it buses then, then you'll the definition of fucked xD

  • @horzecrazi
    @horzecrazi Před 13 lety +3

    I honestly don't understand what all the annoyance is over. I was an exchange student in the Sunderland for about a week and absolutely loved it. It was so much better than America, and the disposition of the people was so much more welcoming that what it is here in America. I honestly don't see the embarrassment, this is awesome!

  • @potofmousse
    @potofmousse Před 11 měsíci

    Hi, it's 2023, I'm back again. Love this sm ❤

  • @hajamski
    @hajamski Před 12 lety +1

    It's going to take me ages to get over this... ages.

  • @DOM4CFTV
    @DOM4CFTV Před 8 lety +45

    This makes me want to change species

    • @Benjamintill
      @Benjamintill Před 7 lety +3

      I quote this on all of my official documents, Dominic!

  • @potofmousse
    @potofmousse Před 7 lety +7

    It's 2017 and I'm still obsessed with this

  • @HenrysAdventures
    @HenrysAdventures Před 4 lety +1

    T, T Tyne & Wear Metro, the subterranean yo-yo! Love that line!

  • @troleman18
    @troleman18 Před 13 lety +1

    It's very uplifting to see all these people enjoying themselves doing something fun and worthwhile. Excellent.

  • @potofmousse
    @potofmousse Před 10 lety +50

    I'm looking for clarification about the story about Chelsea. Did her mate give the guard person Chelsea's name even though it wasn't even Chelsea at all? Or did Chelsea give her mate's name? Or did Chelsea give her OWN name? This prays on my mind a lot, anyone who knows more about this naughty Nexus secret, I'd love to hear from you.

    • @Benjamintill
      @Benjamintill Před 9 lety +33

      I trust in the year since you wrote this post, you have found out the answer to the Naughty Nexus Secret. If you haven't allow me, as the writer, to ride in on my silver horse to save the day and give you peace of mind when you sleep at night. The lass singing is NOT Chelsea. Chelsea is her mate, and when the lass singing was stopped on the Metro for not having a ticket, she gave the guard Chelsea's name instead of her own. Chelsea then got into trouble. Horrifying. I can feel your shock. Basically it's tantamount to crying witchcraft... "I saw Goody Proctor with the devil..." Never tell me Metro the Musical isn't imbued with dark, brooding truths about life. Like Cathy Come Home on speed.

    • @joshualeestorey8749
      @joshualeestorey8749 Před 7 lety

      Sooiu

    • @NewcastleFlyer
      @NewcastleFlyer Před 5 lety +4

      Benjamin Till So you are responsible for this...

    • @Kyle-yj9dx
      @Kyle-yj9dx Před 4 lety +2

      @@Benjamintill give me peace of mind by getting back on your horse

  • @LambyShanks
    @LambyShanks Před 13 lety +2

    This is BRILLIANT! It is so great to see a community united in music!

  • @annaleighmiddleton1
    @annaleighmiddleton1 Před 13 lety +2

    my little George the ferret loved it !!!

  • @technoeevee6969
    @technoeevee6969 Před 3 lety +2

    Holy shit, genuinely amazing, well done

  • @johnnyechoecho
    @johnnyechoecho Před 13 lety +1

    fabulous - thanks to all involved. brought a tear to my eye xx

  • @stereotypesUK
    @stereotypesUK Před 3 lety +1

    I wish I'd been a part of this. It just keeps drawing me back... It shouldn't be this great!

  • @PublicTransport4U
    @PublicTransport4U Před 3 lety

    I love watching this video every time!

  • @Ryan-oo9zj
    @Ryan-oo9zj Před rokem +1

    'Thank god for the rain to wash the trash off the sidewalk'

  • @MrWidmerpool99
    @MrWidmerpool99 Před 8 lety +28

    Is this a public information film warning against the evils of hallucinogenic drugs?

  • @henrycollingham
    @henrycollingham Před 12 lety +1

    I absolutely love this

  • @Iosh04
    @Iosh04 Před 2 lety +1

    transcendental. love it.

  • @Majormajor2000
    @Majormajor2000 Před 13 lety +1

    As an exxpat living away, congrats to the makers...loved it and brings back great memories

  • @ashleyp93
    @ashleyp93 Před 12 lety +1

    Last week I saw a man on the metro drinking a can of fosters at quarter to 8 in the morning.

  • @sandramatembe7264
    @sandramatembe7264 Před rokem +1

    i remember my mom showed this to me as a kid I loved it thats how I always loved taking the tyne and wear metro cuz the song was too inspiring for me as a kid

  • @massdebate121
    @massdebate121 Před 12 lety +6

    I'm from the south and this is the funniest thing I've ever seen. Thank you :)

  • @thenortherntrainspotter886
    @thenortherntrainspotter886 Před 8 měsíci +1

    top notch

  • @bigfella5513
    @bigfella5513 Před 3 lety +1

    Much love from algeria

  • @diabrettic
    @diabrettic Před 3 lety +7

    i mean it's alright but it's no Coventry Market with all kinds of everything xD

  • @HHJRC
    @HHJRC Před 13 lety +1

    brilliant. "squeezed onto the carriage and into m y heart" geordie gold. love it

  • @drewsmithbass
    @drewsmithbass Před 11 lety

    This is so great

  • @attiXboi
    @attiXboi Před 7 lety

    OMG, I cannot unsee it...

  • @pipdevi33
    @pipdevi33 Před 13 lety +1

    I loved this. It's wonderfully put together and I loved the evocative composition. It made me laugh with its tongue in cheek humour and made me cry because I was so moved by the commitment of the extraordinary people who featured in the film. This is a true community project and everyone involved should be very proud.

    • @andrew1984uk
      @andrew1984uk Před 5 měsíci

      I cried too to be fair, but for other reasons.

  • @J97736
    @J97736 Před 12 lety +1

    I LOVE IT

  • @rosebuch8271
    @rosebuch8271 Před 3 lety

    I love this

  • @J97736
    @J97736 Před 12 lety +1

    GREAT STUFF

  • @DanLunders1
    @DanLunders1 Před 12 lety

    So good I crapped my pants.

  • @andrewgray6406
    @andrewgray6406 Před 10 lety

    Love this

  • @jamiedixon6277
    @jamiedixon6277 Před 8 lety +3

    I'm form newcastle and I get the metro all the time i think this song is great you should do another song

  • @ameba2k
    @ameba2k Před 7 lety +6

    Talk about a stairway to heaven.

  • @antonydaly9468
    @antonydaly9468 Před 4 lety +12

    Disappointed we didn't get to meet "Stan Cleer".

    • @michaellynn9763
      @michaellynn9763 Před 3 lety

      More people need to like this comment!!!

    • @DDRailways
      @DDRailways Před měsícem

      I wish ‘Mandy Gap’ starred in this.

  • @davertheraver123
    @davertheraver123 Před 13 lety

    Incredible!

  • @Tony10Martin
    @Tony10Martin Před 13 lety

    is really good. well done

  • @J97736
    @J97736 Před 12 lety

    its brilliant!

  • @ShwervinMervin
    @ShwervinMervin Před 5 lety +1

    How have I not seen this before

  • @danielgreco2420
    @danielgreco2420 Před 2 měsíci +1

    how could the metro time all this so well but cant get a train out more than every 90 minuites....

  • @rosebuch8271
    @rosebuch8271 Před 3 lety

    this is my favourite song

  • @rovercoupe391
    @rovercoupe391 Před 8 lety

    What a performance.

  • @spaceshiplauraa
    @spaceshiplauraa Před 13 lety

    gives me shivers

  • @allaboard7360
    @allaboard7360 Před 6 lety +1

    Make another one !

  • @emerlee1
    @emerlee1 Před 12 lety

    Im on Kirklees Youth Council (Yorkshire) and we went up to Gateshead to meet their youth council. We watched this and we love it haha.

  • @euantulip
    @euantulip Před 11 lety

    love it

  • @QueenStodge
    @QueenStodge Před 6 lety +12

    Metro apologises for this

  • @sarinakaur114
    @sarinakaur114 Před 13 lety

    I would love to see any of you lot try and do a better job! I took part in this, and I'm very proud to say that I did. So many people from the North East put in an unbelievable amount of effort to show people that this is what the North East is; a great place full of great people. If you all think you can do better, don't just sit on your keyboard leaving negative comments to us. Get up and do something, if not please be quiet and take your negativity elsewhere.

  • @charliewinter9646
    @charliewinter9646 Před 7 lety

    new jam!

  • @sirgaddofneer
    @sirgaddofneer Před 11 lety

    i literally cant stop laughing!

  • @CelticPowerRanger
    @CelticPowerRanger Před 13 lety

    Oh come guys, lighten up! I love it. It rocks. Metro rocks...as does the Manchester Metrolink and I use both of them.

  • @CelticPowerRanger
    @CelticPowerRanger Před 13 lety +2

    I am watching this and wishing that I could have been there to take part. It has the thumbs up from me. OK then, I wonder if Benjamin Till would like to try something similar for Manchester Metrolink.

  • @MegaHedley
    @MegaHedley Před 12 lety

    It actually puts you off using the metro hahahaha

  • @SuperAngryvoter
    @SuperAngryvoter Před 13 lety +2

    This is the best video I have ever seen. I thought Michael Jackson's videos were great but now I've seen this, I'm amazed. I cannot believe this isn't getting played on all the satellite TV channels all over the world. Doesn't MTV know about this? The music does remind of the eighties. So much great music then like The Nolans and Saxon, The Goombay Dance Band. I'd love Benjamin Till to export some British class from the UK to places where they know nothing about music like Russia.

    • @andrew1984uk
      @andrew1984uk Před 5 měsíci

      That's unfair. Never heard of Tatu?

  • @ubahnfreak1
    @ubahnfreak1 Před 11 lety

    Ja de haben sich richtig viel Mühe gegeben ich mag diesen Film ich könnt mir ihn immer angucken.

  • @exunderscorejai
    @exunderscorejai Před 2 měsíci

    Move over, The Jam. There’s a new king of underground songs