Ben Folds Five "DO IT ANYWAY" f. Fraggle Rock [Official Video]

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The Official Music Video for "Do It Anyway," the first track from Ben Folds Five's much anticipated album THE SOUND OF THE LIFE OF THE MIND...featuring the Fraggles from Jim Henson's "Fraggle Rock"! Also starring Rob Corddry, Anna Kendrick & Chris Hardwick.
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[@Daph909]

This song saved my Bachelor's degree! A few months ago I was very close to giving up on my thesis, and even though I didn't even see the point in finishing anymore, this song somehow got me to finish the damn thing anyway. I graduated a few weeks ago, so thank you Ben Folds Five =D

[@dangeloandthangs]

I am working on my doctorate...in the last few courses before my QUALS...and it just “got real.” This song came to me this morning...it has really encouraged me.

[@dontlookmeinmyeyeswhenudan5241]

Congrats!!!!!🎉🎈🍾🎊

[@benfolds9413]

How are you doing

[@KilaKaKa]

So you did it anyway

[@catherinelee6964]

Always 'do it anyway'!

[@kyuuketsukikurai]

The end with them singing the Fraggle Rock theme song did it for me.

[@dubtattat6357]

Robert Sledge killing it on the bass, as usual. Such and exciting player.

[@Kazinga]

All three of them are just insanely good

[@gusterguy01826]

It amazes me that Ben can sing while playing the piano like this. The whole song might as well be a piano solo.

[@neonlight6771]

No way Robert makes this song amazing!

[@BruceWayne-fe4ev]

Watch your profanity. Don’t forget about Darren!!!

[@jonathanrandol794]

From what I understand Ben plays by ear. I feel comfortable saying this as no one knows me on this platform or where I am, but my 10 year old son can play by ear, amazingly well. As of now, my grandmother (she has a baby-grand Schomaker i learned on) and I are the only people who know. My son's mother doesn't even know. Due to my extremely high IQ, I was tested and prodded from age 6 until... Well, the NSA still tests me regularly... And I don't want him to have a similar experience, so I am going to keep his talent private. Extremely. I messed around and played some simple John Philip Souza songs and he laughed and told me how many keys I hit and played them back perfectly. I said "ok tough guy, try this...", and put on a J.S. Bach record (Goldberg Variations BMW 988) and had him listen, he did, then asked to listen again, so I obliged. He then played key for key the 5-10 minute section I played for him. My jaw is still on the floor.... He then did the same thing with Chopin Nocturnes. Should I let him loose on the world, or hone his skill on my own and let him have a somewhat normal childhood...? No worries, I don't expect you to answer my dilemma, I am merely asking myself a question. The answer is obvious; Let a lying dog sleep...

[@nathanaeloakes7445]

@@jonathanrandol794 ok guy

[@jonathanrandol794]

@@nathanaeloakes7445 indeed. Guy. What is it you don't believe? Do you think I came up with an elaborate lie to post on a random post? If I was a narcissist, wouldnt I want to exploit my son? Wouldn't I have posted what I said for everyone could read, and get a lot more "attention"? So, ok guy, enjoy swallowing your hubris, and don't choke on it.

[@TheBitBlock]

Fraggles!!! Also it's so awesome to see new versions of the classic rock sets! Bring the Fraggles back like THIS in a movie! No CGI, no celebrities, no overuse of 'outer space' scenes. Fraggle Rock was one of the best kids show ever. It's writing, performances and design are insanely good. So much better than crap nowadays. Also Karen Prell and Dave Goelz are amazing for performing their characters again! :)

[@trenty1114]

I agree

[@tylerhawkins6967]

When is the Fraggle Rock reboot going to premiere?

[@GoldAndSilver988]

I never watched it as a late teen when it was on. But now at age 57 I'm watching through every single episode. Love it! I love imitating the voices of Pa & Junior Gorg and Uncle Traveling Matt, lol.

[@sophiebitzinger4445]

You got your wish, except it's an Apple TV+ series and not a movie.

[@takomasmith8246]

@@sophiebitzinger4445 even better

[@fahrmeier]

Ben Folds, Anna Kendrick, Rob Cordrey and Fraggles....there is literally nothing wrong with this video

[@Latetothegame]

+fahrmeier It doesn't keep going forever and ever.

[@JohnSmith-bw6pv]

try anna kendrick.. shes so cringe

[@jonathanrandol794]

I beg to differ fahrmeier... The song ends, that is my only complaint. Should have been a few hours long. 😉✌

[@alextelinda7164]

@@jonathanrandol794m

[@adoramorningstar7532]

If you want to enhance anything just add some fraggles 😊

[@sophieatthedisco6231]

I'm age 11 and Ben folds has been my inspiration since I heard his first sing. There's something about him that is just astonishing. Anyone with this much talent should get as much attention as selena gomez. It's completely amazing how he can play the piano and sing like this. When I grow up I will be just like him. In fact, my mom was gonna take me to a Ben folds concert near my home but you had to be 18+ due to language and alcohol D: But I will continue to always be inspired by Ben and keep listening to his music my whole life :D

[@vaderlucid8802]

Sophie at The Disco r/notlikeothergirls

[@ruthwoytsek7750]

Keep aiming for the stars, kid. You've already got great taste in music. 🙌

[@thekout]

@@vaderlucid8802 youre just sad dude. Let people enjoy fucking things

[@VestedWand372]

Now their 14. Jesus their older than me.

[@jmansgeneral7716]

How’s piano going, follow ur dreams

[@ZiddersRooFurry]

My childhood heartily approves of this. I can totally see the Fraggles standing behind this message

[@superdemonboy]

Maybe it's just me, but Ben's piano here really sounds like a banjo in disguise :) Love all of the little details in this song and video!

[@bobdole4916]

I love the raw emotion in this song.

[@dissonanceparadiddle]

Jim would have adored this ☺️

[@playtimeallthetimecbeebies2272]

And Jerry and Richard

[@benfolds9413]

Thanks how are you doing 😊

[@alyteima4185]

Absolutely 🥹

[@quirkykid2273]

4:50 I love Ben’s face in this part and this song made me cry I love it so much.

[@leonnekirkland7719]

I would love to have seen this pitched. "Hey, let's get some fraggles, because why not?" XD

[@eljarhead]

"It would be really expensive to make that happen, wouldn't it?" "DO IT ANYWAY"

[@CWRoederer]

That's literally how it happened; Chris Hardwick was talking with the Henson Company about some possible collaborations, and they said, "Well, you know, the Fraggles are having an anniversary next year; why not put them in something?" Chris's repsonse was, "THAT'S AN OPTION??"

[@paullaczo5419]

The older I get the more I appreciate Ben folds five

[@benfolds9413]

Haha

[@TheMuppetKid]

This is still one of the best videos ever.

[@BillyBobZimGaming]

Ben Folds, Great artist, singer, and musician add Fraggles you get awesomeness in its purest form!

[@jaydial6962]

So, is this video just Chris Hardwick's fantasy? Ben Folds Five, Fraggle Rock, and dating Anna Kendrick. Because I don't blame him.

[@saschahoupt6177]

Dude, who doesn’t have that fantasy?

[@hpg4906]

How am I just seeing this now? Fraggles? Ben Folds? Chris Hardwick? It's a miracle that one video could hold so much awesome. Thank you, Nerdist.com!!

[@scirrhia_kruden]

The fourth and fifth members of the Ben Folds 5 are Fraggles. That's why they've never been seen before!

[@unclefexxer6441]

FRAGGLES FTW!!!!!!!!!! This is why Ben Folds and Jonathan Coulton are among my favorites... showing the world that you can be a geek and a rocker without compromising either.

[@VTAnimation]

He actually had the fraggles!? Sir, you have made my nostalgia gland happier than ever!

[@sporks3256]

Years later and this tune still gets me through the day and never fails to make me happier. Thank you, Ben Folds Five!

[@McRobColl]

two years later and still HEADBANGING FRAGLES.

[@MrJackfaire]

Oh my god this is so freaking awesome. I was the right age for Fraggle Rock to be a huge thing for me growing up. I would look in every crack or hole hoping to find Fraggles.

[@TheBitBlock]

Fraggle Rock IS on Netflix. The whole series in fact.

[@tylerhawkins6967]

No, Fraggle Rock is on Apple TV.

[@rahamedstechnicalologyguid3613]

@@tylerhawkins6967 that comment is 8 years old mate

[@Ireland.sflover]

@@tylerhawkins6967 the comment is 8 years old and all of fraggle rock is on KZbin because of somebody uploading all the episodes and fraggle rock rock on is the one ur talking about.

[@tylerhawkins6967]

"Fraggle Rock: Raphanis" is coming soon on Apple TV+.

[@SugarlumpOfficial]

80s babies UNITE! Fraggle Rock! One of the best cartoons. Ever. My first love! I LOVE YOU FRAGGLES!

[@scottcharney1091]

While there was an animated series that lasted for one season, the live action show is what's so beloved.

[@d084466]

I'm several albums behind so I heard this song for the first time live at the show in Philly last night. Ben made me feel feels several times that night, but this song had me cheering at "I used to not like you but now I think you're okay." Thank you Ben Folds Five!

[@docelephant]

These muppeteers are good actors in their own right.

[@senilejuvenile4939]

Oh my God this song is amazing. I’ve always loved Ben Folds but this song just sparked a whole new level of respect for him. I’ve watched Fraggle Rock since I was a wee lad, and seeing two of my favorite things come together like this was perfect. And the ending theme song was so perfect.

[@orangeturtles246]

Omg yay! So many memories, I used to watch fraggle rock video tapes when I was young! In fact, I still have those exact video tapes in my video cabinet!

[@TherealRNOwwfpooh]

Yep. The "Fwaggles" - as Junior Gorg would've put it (rip Richard Hunt [and original Gobo Fraggle/Majory/Pa Gorg performer Jerry Nelson, head writer Jerry Juhl, agent Bernie, and Muppet creators Jim and Jane Henson]) - still got it.

[@sinfulldreamer]

Watching Mokey headbang was hard to watch as I don't think that suits her personality.

[@TherealRNOwwfpooh]

sinfulldreamer She is a flower child. Remember, when people think of flower children these days, thoughts of Woodstock come to mind and Woodstock was a socially global event known for its head-banging bands, drugs, and sex. Plus, the show IS Fraggle Rock, you know, and it incorporated all sorts of music, because music, like friendship, is magic. "Dance your cares away. Worry's for another day. Let the music play. Down at Fraggle Rock!"

[@fragglesforever7710]

This music video is so awesome😃

[@IsaRoomofMedia2005]

I love this song it’s very cute with the Fraggles

[@kirstenlunde]

Oh my goodness. Oh my goodness. I was lovin this so much it almost hurt. Then the ending came and it was pure heaven. Hugs of thanks to all involved!

[@ogami1972]

That was the culmination of all my years, all my hopes, all my disasters, and all my sadly anti-climatic resolutions. Thanks, Ben Folds, and thank you, Muppets. I really liked this.

[@TheDAExperience]

I just stumbled on this video because I was visiting Nerdist to see if a new season of celebrity bowling was up saw there was a video with Fraggles and I can say I've fallen in love with this song downloaded it that day.

[@Legomovie970]

If Over the Hedge had a sequel...

[@dizzitoast]

Ohhhh man.. that filled my heart with joy, seeing the Fraggles again!

[@christopherbyron76]

This might be the best video ever.

[@najay1820]

If Boober dances to it, it's GREAT music!

[@robintst]

Not a Ben Folds Five fan but that was quite awesome to see a modern appearance of Fraggle Rock. :D Great video.

[@doobiesnax6927]

Ben Folds is amazing, very under rated, in the mainstream at least.

[@eighthourlunch]

I've compared him more than a few times to Mozart. Not only is he a supremely talented performer and lyricist, but a master composer who just doesn't give a fuck about the repressed, homogenized, unimaginative expectations of mainstream schmucks. It feels like a gift every time I listen.

[@whatsupbato]

I barely discovered Ben Folds Five about 15 minutes ago and this is my favorite song by them, so far. Can any other fans suggest any other good songs by BFF? I would appreciate it.

[@SawyBoy]

Ever find any?

[@susanemberton9404]

Selfless, Cold, and Composed is one of my favs

[@duncanbick6732]

Song for the Dumped.

[@bndeyo]

Stevens last night in town, Uncle Walter, Philosophy, Boxing.....

[@HalfBlindProductions]

man that must have been so magical for ben and co

[@KrunkCobain]

Heard this song literally 2 days before Liam did the cover. Was so happy he did a cover!

[@nighttimegodess]

I loved Fraggle Rock when I was a kid.

[@Zabright]

Totally clapped/sung at the end. That song brings back great memories.

[@Sylvrfonic]

Chris Hardwick, thanks so much to you and your crew for making this happen!

[@danmarzella]

And the whole album is even better!!!

[@jacksquatjb]

This video has all of my smile now.

[@tomseiple3280]

Anna Kendrick can be the secretary of my recording studio any day.

[@dakirakage]

You got everyone on your side

[@Knifelbows]

Hope Ben Folds shows up in the new Fraggles show!

[@cirulis37]

Ben rocks he wrights a lot for films now, I am to understand. Never heard a bad song from the man.

[@jaydial6962]

+Christopher Roe Gracie is a great song, and also about his daughter. If that's one of your least favorite song of all time, you haven't heard a lot of music.

[@brendonmesler7659]

+Christopher Roe i like when he copies dr. dre

[@brendonmesler7659]

+Christopher Roe this is his second best album

[@ediblezac]

Mr. Hardwick, thank you for helping this to happen. Much love.

[@invinciblegrammie1]

Fraggles should appear in music videos more often.

[@sillygooseLLC]

I didn't grow up with fraggle rock, but this video is still legendary.

[@PauloLima1]

Very good!!!!!!!!

[@paulchasejr]

I am so happy to have finally watched this!

[@Probablylani]

HOW HAVE I NEVER SEEN THIS TILL NOW

[@pisceanqueen1]

I wish there was a "Love" button

[@itsyaboithiccenby9]

This song is amazing! 😍 the Fraggles top it off!! The video is beyond amazing!!! Great job guys!!

[@Socksshoesandhats]

Boober is my spirit animal. And that ending was top-notch.

[@redisbest92]

Amazing!!! Two of my favourite things combined!

[@GreenSkyFalling]

never get on youtube when you're sleepy. you start seeing fraggle rock with ben folds which is obviously a dream

[@WaffleAfterHours]

How did I not know about this until now?!?

[@monotoneyay9108]

Remember this beauty?

[@ever989]

Another video that should have had millions more views. It's a shame quality videos like this don't get the views they should. This is so much better than 90% of the crap on KZbin. I'd watch this over a episode of Epic Meal Time any day.

[@jonathanrandol794]

Share it! I did and so did 12 of my friends... Mention the nostalgia, and the people who will appreciate it, WILL pass it on. Trust me. Have fun. ✌

[@radarcub]

So many memories. Childhood feels. :)

[@paperklutzify]

Everything about this 😍

[@2shareify]

One of my favorite new songs, "DO IT ANYWAY" really offers some really cool insight! Thank you for a great video and song!

[@sinfulldreamer]

This brought a gigantic Gorg sized grin to my face!!!!

[@ashliegh634]

I saw Ben on Rove LA the other day, and then saw Liam Dryden cover this, and then I saw this and you have no idea how much I love it.

[@sunshinetomato]

THIS IS THE MOST EXCITED I'VE BEEN SINCE EVER!

[@calvindonnelly9776]

I always find this song so inspiring :)

[@jiifigmentforever]

Watching this again, I've gotta say there's a difference in the performing styles of each of the Fraggles. You can tell that Karen Prell and Dave Goelz were the oens performing Red and Boober because they're so much more animated, like they have more control over the Muppets on their hands. Though at this point John Tartaglia had some control and idea over Gobo, it's not quite on the same level. It's up there, though. The ones performing Wembley and Mokey, Mokey in particular, don't quite have the same energy, almost looking kind of constrained by the Muppet.

[@TheBitBlock]

FigmentsFan Actually Dave Goelz was asked about this and he said he didn't perform the characters, only recorded the VO.

[@caspercain2533]

@@TheBitBlock I know John is Gobo, I think Donna Kimball is operating Mokey, Karen is still Red, Sean Johnson is Wembley and his brother Patrick is Boober

[@hippogriffgrrl10]

EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS IS SO PURE AND WONDERFUL.

[@JJRD222]

Think so? "Sometimes it's not subjective: wrong and right Deep down you know it's downright wrong but you're invincible tonight So you Do it anyway It's done You did it"

[@enguehard]

I seriously do not understand how someone could "dislike" this video. Awesome song, awesome video, awesome fraggles...it's ALL good.

[@HalfBlindProductions]

I love how sad ben folds sounds when he sings

[@katiesmiles7649]

god i love this

[@greenman5907]

This is now my anthem.

[@AurumEquus]

Awesome music and awesome Fraggles ;3

[@yanivp1]

I love how's there's a brick behind Anna's desk. Anyone else notice?

[@autizztic]

+Callahan Burke the others are Fraggles

[@WhatsYourGhostStory]

great catch!

[@tommygarson8592]

I'm completely lost, is that like a reference to fraggle rock?

[@WhatsYourGhostStory]

"Brick" was Ben Folds's first major single, John

[@tommygarson8592]

Scott Markus but that was a ben folds five song, not just ben folds right

[@WOHEI62X]

das ist ein "Ohrwurm"

[@stephanieangelasmith]

i am so glad that fraggle rock is on this video and i wish they'll keep making more of them for all the children to come and to help them understand.

[@markhall7646]

Why do I have a hankering for a cold beer and this overwhelming desire to yell "Yeeeeeeee hahhhhh!!"?!

[@robertkiefert6405]

squirrel girl, chris hardwick, fraggles, BFF OMF (fraggle) how did I never know this existed?

[@kokothemonkeyy]

Is that Fraggle Rock? Oh, Pepper Jack love Fraggle Rock.

[@ministryofpuppets]

No way 5 years ago! This video was awesome then and awesome now. Made by Fraggle Rock fans for Fraggle Rock fans. Awesome.

[@DamonLaw]

Yes please! And THANK YOU!

[@mongolikejazz]

Nice piano work

[@knifeforkandaspoon]

Directed by J.J. Abrams. But seriously, Anna Kendrick is adorable.

[@Scottishscot1Numbah1]

I came here after hearing Littleradge's cover. Really happy I cam here, this is my new favourite song.

[@KilledTheFixtion]

Seeing the Fraggles again .. just warmed my heart & with Bens Folds Five was even better!

[@porcelainblueistaken]

D'AWWWWWWWWWWW I haz a happy! :D

[@riverkoritko4411]

was this just made so chris hardwick could pretend to date anna kendrick?

[@neighborhoodginger4444]

And so he could meet the Fraggles

[@Digilady99]

When they did the theme at the end I was like, "YES! God, how I missed that song!" Thanks for bringing back the Fraggles, Ben Folds Five!!! XD

[@groovycleaner]

What took you so long? Welcome back guys. I just ordered the vinyl and I haven't heard anything else off the album yet. I bought it on faith!

[@shmentorlee]

YES! Amazing! this is like a mash up of high school and kindergarden. i think i just had a seizureorgasm. Fucking GREAT!!!!!!

[@benfolds9413]

How are you

[@TheTraveller777]

Make a new series or film for the Fraggles!

[@whatsupbato]

I love how he sounds when he yells "OKAY! YEAH! YEAH! YEAH! WOAH! WOAH! WOAH!" sounds so cool.

[@Radignostic]

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