Boy George Talking About Pete Burns (2016)

[@rupturedguts7328]

Awesome that Boy George paid for pete's funeral. Rest in peace pete

[@65rowan]

What?

[@rupturedguts7328]

65rowan Google it if so confused

[@65rowan]

Thanks.

[@CarynDPrescott]

Awww. That's so touching 🌷

[@hazelwalsh3269]

Ian Winny Did not Know that... wonder why he didn’t pay his bail money a few years before.

[@RafaelGomar]

I love the fact Boy George does not deny the rivalry but he celebrates Pete's life. Both were important.

[@superbatfirenze]

These are true people, who lived their highs and lows not denying anything...i woould have died to be there,when they argued...must have been funny :D

[@JasonX00]

Lol I agree. And both are so intelligent I can just imagine 😊

[@futurist0099]

Rafael Gomar boy george , what is his age?

[@heelscommando]

55 or so.

[@WendyOjedaSpeaks]

Rafael Gomar hmmmmm? What That's weird they look like something

[@jaiye71]

It's nice to hear Boy George talk fondly of Pete Burns...

[@richsantana3211]

YES

[@clarencewallace1506]

Jaiye Ayling h

[@joshuataylor6087]

What a lovely gentleman is Boy George to pay for his funeral! I hope his life has lots of love and happiness.

[@UnderTheTableGremlin]

I love the fact that he still liked him even though they fought

[@pranavchandrasekhar6454]

Boy George eventually ended up interviewing Pete Burns...it is a fascinating interview...Look it up on KZbin if you get a chance. It is available as an audio interview. No visuals.

[@nandinha310]

Where is this interview?? I want to watch!!

[@UnderTheTableGremlin]

Fer Nanda KZbin and Vimeo. It's pretty great so far

[@dontaskdontpastel]

What is the name of the video on youtube?

[@dontaskdontpastel]

Pranav Chandrasekhar thank you so much!

[@65rowan]

Three times I come into contact with Pete Burns the Legend. I remember once walk in Liverpool town centre I didn't even know who Pete Burns was and as I lifted my head up from the floor to see where I was going there right in front of me was Pete walking a direct line to me only he was about 10 yards from me he startled me and I jumped a side to let him pass I was in shock I was 13 years old. it was 1976 he was walking down Church Street in Liverpool with big chunky biker boots a white sheet wrapped around his waist draped to the floor, topless with a huge Indian head dress and his wild dreadlocks, he was ahead of his time that's for sure. At home I told my aunty what I'd seen and she said "oh you must of see Pete Burns"... Then in 1978 I went to the shop he worked in not knowing he worked there, to buy one of Blondie's early albums, he was the only one in there serving, I picked the album up to buy it and he said "what do you want to buy that shite for, Debbie Harry is crap she's ugly and just stared at me. I put it back sheepishly and quick and walked out scared of the looks he giving me like I was pure dirt. The strange thing is years later he was on TV in a interview declaring his undying love for Debbie Harry and how much of an influence she was on him. I was shocked, looking back it could of been any album or artist I picked up as I heard later he was very insulting to most customers at times in that little Liverpool shop Probe. Then quite a few years later I went to see the movie Gremlins with friends in the cinema in the 80's in Liverpool and who walks in only Pete and his wife and the rest of the band they all sat in the seats right in front of us big permed long hair and fur coats it was at the height of their fame back in the 80's. I tried to listen in on their conversations but couldn't hear nothing. They seemed to like the movie and left quick once it finished. I was like wow that was a weird moment to remember. RIP Pete, in a way I was a part of your amazing life even if it was for a very very short while. Never to be forgotten.

[@Pocketryu]

Thank you for the interesting story.

[@Innubee]

it made me smile! thank you❤ he was such a character... I wish I had half of the sass he had

[@SlavicRusa]

Dennis Tokay one hit wonder? Oh, you must know shit about music and how big of an impact Pete left. He was a hit machine. It’s sad that you know only You Spin Me Round. He was popular and so was his music his entire life. Seriously do your research

[@michkam1957]

Dennis tokay .do not give opinion

[@tyegargaming3072]

I wish I was alive then. And born in Liverpool to see him...but sadly I am only 14

[@michellewilson9022]

George has grown into such a good person...So nice of him to pay for Pete's funeral....

[@andrewjones9991]

he's always been EXTREMELY generous. Pretty sure he paid for Trojan and Leigh Bowery's too. When he was living in NY I'd see him out and wouldn't let anyone pay for anything.

[@ICRA95]

@@andrewjones9991 ive heard once him (led by his lust and drugs) chianed a man in his apartment , beat him and handcuff him or something like that.

[@ICRA95]

@@andrewjones9991 ive heard once him (led by his lust and drugs) chianed a man in his apartment , beat him and handcuff him or something like that.

[@odgykins]

In a Japanese interview in 1985, when Pete Burns was asked if Boy George took his style, Pete responded with, "he took my bathroom scales and broke them." 😂😂😂

[@arrowintheknee9956]

What does that mean?

[@acutemadness]

@ntheknee9956 i thought it was about his weight but i don't remember him being as fat as later on though before this

[@redcropuk]

Oh I love that 😂😂😂 so brilliant ! And for sure, Boy George would have laughed louder than anyone. Just great, thanks for sharing that info, I genuinely didn’t know that. Pete Burns had such a brilliant sense of humour.

[@blancaarnau9329]

😂😂😂

[@roccoz2231]

@@acutemadness Pete's remark wasn't meant to be taken literally. It was just bitchy queen humor. But the remark certainly took on extra significance later on when George gained substantial weight.

[@stonew1927]

Glad George has sobered up and allowed all his old and new fans alike come to appreciate him for the real person he is, a very cool one with a great sense of humor.

[@scottcody7850]

I have so much respect for George...such a good guy.

[@Nightbird.]

Except when George went to prison for chaining an escort to his bedroom wall..beating him with a metal chain until his flesh was torn and bleeding..and then the escort escaping naked onto London streets when George left to get something else to torture him with. Other than that..good guy..lol.

[@mse2130]

@@Nightbird. he's a punk era rocker, young and crazy. Now if he's still doing that then yikes

[@yeetman4953]

​@@Nightbird.source?

[@jadedjonny1040]

Love Pete Burns so much, was one of a kind. Wish he was still here. RIP

[@jetsofaqua2206]

Damn hot Jonny

[@jadedjonny1040]

@@jetsofaqua2206 Lol thanks

[@hernanrivera6276]

Pete your records will spin forever round! round! I was privileged to see you live in Puerto Rico during the album Mad, Bad and Dangerous to Know. My life was also changed ever since I saw Pete on 📺 t.v.for first time.When I saw Peter for first time i say to myself I want to be him but it wasnt me wanting to be Pete as much as his direct message to me telling i can be who i want to be not turn into what others want me to be or follow trends abd blend in. Stick out!. So to be that clear in life and be passionate about it, takes a lot of courage and because of Pete's courage in telling the world this is who I am and I don't care what anyone thinks I found support to develop the courage myself to be myself and never ever belittle my person by explaining myself to nobody. To me PETE= P ASSION E NCOURAGEMENT T IMELESS E ETERNAL Great legacy! Dead or Alive = great 80s memories. RIP😢💋

[@pranavchandrasekhar6454]

did they play "Hooked on love" and "Then there was you" live in this show?

[@hernanrivera6276]

The show had the same track list as rip it up in Japan yes the show opened with hooked on love but no they did not performed then there was you

[@pranavchandrasekhar6454]

Hey Hernan..I totally envy you.....it is a shame "Then there was you" never got the attention it deserved...it should have been released as a single.

[@hernanrivera6276]

I agree with you that ' then there was you' was a good song to become a released song but also special stars was superb and I kind of like it more than there was you as well as 'come inside' which they played as part of the concert list during mad bad and dangerous to know. I have also the newspaper articles about the concert in Puerto Rico inside the vinyl record casing. if you ever come to America Fort Lauderdale, Florida be happy to meet you for lemonade, tea or coffee and share with you the experience. where are you residing?

[@JasonX00]

George is such a gentleman. Pete was so fascinating. I love them both xo

[@ChloeDust]

Love both their music, he's got such sparkly eyes.

[@roryteal5940]

Boy George looks fantastic!

[@twosie7661]

Ricky Gervais in eyeliner

[@CelineJ1992]

I agree he looks great!! :)

[@markleon411]

Great interview. George is so open and down to earth. Fantastic insights into the time and culture.

[@TheNothingEverything]

We need a TV series or a movie about these legends

[@jeremyimm2243]

i fucking love them both.

[@aldoalda7970]

I do too......

[@CarynDPrescott]

Me too!

[@RebecaTaylor]

me too

[@maha77]

god I love both of these men. They impacted my teenage life so profoundly! When 'Lover Come Back To Me' 'In Too Deep' or 'My Heart Goes Bang' would come on in the club, we all would go absolutely insane and everyone would be on the dance floor. I even dressed in drag as Pete for a short while and developed quite a reputation, including shop lifting lipstick. lol

[@aldoalda7970]

heheh. Thanks for share ur memories. I used to go to a club that the DJ asked me to what to play and I always said My heart goes bang brand new lover or something in my house. I was a teen too when i listen to them...

[@80sfreak14]

I'm a teenager now, a "modern" teen if you will but my favourite band is Dead or Alive and my favourite song of theirs is You Spin Me Round. I don't really listen to anything else.

[@debbiemccarthy3864]

Love George I Could listen to him all day

[@jaywillingham4085]

What a beautiful spirit George has. I hope he realizes how important he and Pete both were, in so many peoples lives. I can honestly say, that I am so glad to have been born when I was, and to have gotten to experience some of the most MAGICAL artists and music to have ever been made. For me, it was never the Beatles, or the Stones, or Led Zeppelin, or Bruce Springsteen, instead, it was Dead or Alive, and Culture Club, and The Human League, and dance music. There was nothing better than the magic of a great 12" single.

[@Amanda-yd5vt]

He's always had good wit and sense of humour. I think sometimes they need to be able to laugh because of what they've been through. Otherwise they would be seriously depressed. Pete fought depression. Take care of yourself George.

[@simon5005]

All considered..................Boy George looks fantastic.

[@em-yx2ig]

They are both so awesome

[@gasparucciox9706]

do guys like them can be actractive for girls?

[@em-yx2ig]

Gasparuccio X omg yes, I am pretty much only attracted to feminine men. Idk, maybe it's just me, I am bi , maybe that explains it

[@gasparucciox9706]

ok! also pete? :)

[@em-yx2ig]

Gasparuccio X well, in the 80s hell yeah, but not that much with all the surgery, but he was still awesome

[@gasparucciox9706]

yea I agree...he was turned into some sort of monster...i don'y think he was happy , people who try to change in that way the their look ..dont' acceprt themself probably , like Mj . Pete much more beautiful in the 80's , true

[@berjaboy]

Great interview, nice that Boy George paid respect to Pete. That said, there's no denying that Boy George was the bigger star during the 80s.

[@delreynolds1134]

Hahaha George is such a great guy, this is very good to watch. Love them both.

[@squeekytoys]

George is very clever I never heard him say this before and before we fight send me links of him saying this in the past . Lets listen to Paul V's mix.

[@Accesserised]

Fucking *legends* the both of them. Big respect to George for sorting out the funeral ^^

[@alanwisdom7777]

I still can't believe pete he's not with us anymore 😟

[@blakebarron3085]

What a shame, but at the same time I am very thankful to have lived in this time and known such great creative freedom. Dead or Alive played a huge part in my life and I will always be thankful for the music, and it lives on, as does Pete! X

[@danicalo]

I love Boy George-he's so funny and thoughtful

[@donnanash8920]

I love his eyes. Absolutely beautiful!

[@mandk6089]

Boy George is not only a great singer but is very classy talking about someone he wasn't really fond of. Canada loves you George.

[@aarpgoodman6155]

Sibling rivalry of sorts... IT never goez away. As Boy stated... Pete Burns always had to be Pete Burns. And we know...Queens are always right,,,!!!

[@neilburns8869]

George obviously had a deep interest in what Pete did, how he looked and his behaviour - but what comes from that later on is really deep respect.

[@dontaskdontpastel]

I admire both so much.

[@AshlotteXO]

don't ask don't pastel ❤️katya

[@aldoalda7970]

mixed feelings George. I adore you man, miss me, church, mistake, the dream, victims, crying game. But man, Pete was something else. The words you said about Pete back in the 70's, just you guys know about them. Thanks man. There will never be anyone like u guys. George bless ur heart u r a great human being. 2 weeks now and I still feeling so sad about Pete's..

[@gabstanace2]

What a fun person Boy George seems to be from this video. Cool! Like weird Pete Burns, Boy George's image was also truly iconic back in the 80s.

[@lawoman6866]

Lovely interview!

[@EphemeralProductions]

I love George’s laugh! 😅❤

[@richardm239]

love you george keep well

[@stormytx713]

Love this interview. Thanks for posting.

[@cindyeyeoftheangellemarine7118]

I love ya Boy George! your such a bright light in my life. Thank you for being you and God bless you x.

[@doctorgarbonzo2525]

Miss the 80's

[@Degjoy]

I love Boy George's voice, shine and passion so gorgeous ♥

[@ferngully5324]

love you George! you look and sound great. and you're honest as always. So glad to see you all these years later smarter and better than ever. can you believe how old we are?? lol! LOVED being young but meh...what can ya do...hopefully you'll be on tour in DC soon?

[@caseyedwards5903]

I wish I got the chance to meet Pete Burns I love him

[@cinders1128]

What a beautiful gesture from boy George, paying for Pete burns funeral, Absolutely a perfect pair 👌💕 🕊💙🙏🌹

[@hellfirekid1]

I am very grateful to Boy George for being so diplomatic and truly a friend to Pete even after his death. It would be great to think that Pete's album - scheduled release only days after his death - could still happen. I also wish it was possible somehow to reach both Lynne and Michael who must be havinga terrible time with his loss and send a lot of love from a lot of people. Pete Burns music makes me happy, he was a good role model for saying what you thought and standing by it, and he broke boundaries and taboos like no other. I feel sorry for the people writing terrible things about him - surely you have better things to do with your troll-time? R-I-P Pete - I never knew you sadly, but I miss you and think of you, x x x

[@nnsense]

Boy George has all my respect!

[@mysterymeyers174]

Cool interview!

[@nwlman]

Such a shame about Pete. Boy George is really good helping

[@92trdman]

Should make a movie based on those funny story... how they create an icon and hits song

[@btammarineable]

Love both Pete and George. Awesome performers

[@johnplaysdfool6436]

love them both

[@RebecaTaylor]

I love Pete & George 😍😍❤❤

[@RIXRADvidz]

Very Generous. George O'dowd is a Class Act. even after all the troubles and tribulations, he's come out on top and still has fans that care. Good Job George.

[@Nightbird.]

Except when George went to prison for chaining an escort to his bedroom wall..beating him with a metal chain until his flesh was torn and bleeding..and then the escort escaping naked onto London streets when George left to get something else to torture him with. Other than that..class act..lol.

[@RIXRADvidz]

Nightbird I sure the Nightbird sings a Perfect Tune, with no sour notes or skips the beat. Perfection is a sad lonely place, its just you all alone in your mom's basement, hammering away at that thing in your hand and spewing Judgement Upon All. Sing little Nightbird, Sing Your Perfect Tune.

[@Nightbird.]

RIXRADvidz Unfortunately..you picked the wrong person to try to make feel bad with your post. As a Doctor in Psychology..it's going to take a few more sentences from a rabid fan making excuses for incredibly bad behavior..and then pretending said bad behavior is on par with "not being perfect"..to make me feel bad for talking about a convicted criminal and his crimes. There is a big difference between "not being perfect" and physically hurting another human. He. Chained. Another. Human. Being. To. His. Bedroom. Wall. And. Then. Beat. Him. Bloody. Think about that. Think about what a crime that is. He could have killed that man. That man is someone's son, brother, friend. How would you feel if someone did that to someone you loved? Would you then be so callous in your comments..and make it sound like doing that crime was on par with simply "not being perfect"? Once you cross that line into holding another human being prisoner and physically harming them..you are no longer just "not being perfect". Not "being perfect" is cheating on your diet. It's taking an extra cookie when you were told to only take one. But it is NOT chaining another human being to your bedroom wall and beating them so badly with a metal chain that the presiding judge in your case stated when he saw the police pictures of the injuries he felt "shocked" and decided immediate imprisonment was necessary..which is exactly what he did to George. If you want to make fun of this type of crime go right ahead. If you think this type of crime is no big deal because it was done by your favorite drag queen singer be my guest. And if you want to try to demean me for speaking up for victims of this type of crime by implying I'm some kid in his parents basement then carry on. But the only thing this does is show what type of human being YOU are. And how you lack basic morals and a sense of decency. Which is exactly what Mr. O'Dowd likes..because people like you tell him it's ok to commit crimes like this..because he sings to your liking..and he looks pretty in makeup. The next time you want to make fun of someone..look in the mirror. Because the real sad and pathetic person here is you.

[@RIXRADvidz]

Nightbird okay., there now, that feels better, doesn't it? having all that pent up can be very dangerous not only to you but to others as you lash out unable to properly communicate with actual people instead of gushing forth as such OnLine, to the ether, and the uncaring Universe that is sitting back and laughing at the two of us going on and on about something that means absolutely nothing. so, Okay.

[@Nightbird.]

RIXRADvidz I now see you are incapable of rational thought and discussion..so good bye.

[@rosina666]

Both are my idols 😍 love them. R.I.P Petie ❤❤

[@DarthMacchio]

Funny that The Medal Song was Culture Club's first flop, because it's always been one of my personal favorites from them

[@jessiejames7492]

George's laugh is so naughty ! love it.

[@nicoladouglas3270]

bless george! he really sad for his friend,rip pete x

[@sallyb1689]

Love Boy George!

[@Ailuj234]

Sober Boy George is so compassionate.

[@juanitasews5782]

I still love you Boy George!!!

[@Nightbird.]

*Pete Burns was a true hero to punk music. He was always entertaining..always unique..and always different. While Boy George was stealing fashion cues from anything and everyone..Pete was making his own out of his own imagination. And Pete never went to prison for drug use and chaining another human being to his bedroom wall and then beating him with a metal chain until his flesh was torn and bleeding like Boy George was sentenced for. Pete may have had problems..but he never abused other people nor hurt anyone like Boy George did. That in the end makes him a much bigger and better star. Rest in peace, Pete. You were the number one Freak Unique..and we loved you man!* 😔❤ 🧡 💛 💚 💙 💜 🖤 🤍 🤎

[@TheSlipperyOtter]

Beautiful men. ❤️❤️

[@gerardinecizmar]

George was looking fat and unhealthy for awhile. I'm glad he regained his looks . I hope we have him for decades to come. What an icon.

[@AphroditeEros33]

thanxoxoxo 4 the upload:)

[@abouteverything2654]

They are both important in the music world.

[@mrsaxobeat3700]

wonderful guys and modest with their talents

[@richsantana3211]

VERY SAD TALENTED AND DIFFERENT AWESOME

[@adamronen9175]

boy gorg pete burns soul mate.💗

[@VictorAtomic]

Great lil interview.

[@rositawest4279]

love this!

[@teresafuentespizarro548]

Me encanta dos boy George y Pete burns

[@maiamaya6083]

que lindo saber que se llevaban bien

[@datrahardaway3347]

Well Said About Pete Burns

[@allyblack1575]

Steve Strange,Boy George,Marylin and Pete Burns my Idols...and David Bowie

[@marelytejerinaramos3511]

Igual de mi :)

[@snice.]

Today I heard karma chameleon on the radio and it is the 1st year anniversary of Pete Burn’s death

[@KP-rh5qz]

I love this video. Love Boy George

[@patrickgrenier6373]

rip pete

[@debbiemccarthy3864]

Love George .. such a beautiful Guy 🥰

[@ornellabreschi3598]

Thank you, Boy George ❤

[@hectormanuel2517]

2:56 SONG? 🤔

[@maiamaya6083]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2S3d4KjrLebgpo aquí está :D

[@catlady8380]

I'm heartbroken about Pete's death, i had his CD rip it up so long ago

[@monicacharley8673]

I love pizza George and I just met him tonight didn't know he existed. I'm laughing like crazy. would have loved to have known him

[@williamwilliams5444]

I love them both as musical icons xx

[@Σπυρος-υ1ν]

Love you George

[@neptun1629]

whats the music in background?

[@joei.howell6797]

Dead Or Alive - 'You Make Me Wanna' and 'Wish You Were There' Album " Sophisticated Boom Boom"

[@maha77]

such a great album, I remember playing the cassette on endless loop on my Sony Walkman as I rode my bike around San Diego in the 80's.

[@ferniec1985]

the last song is "Absolutely Nothing"

[@mr.popoballballl745]

you spin me round

[@AmGona]

No.

[@rfldnz6487]

Pete R.I.P.

[@marelytejerinaramos3511]

😢😢😢😢😢

[@andrewjones9991]

The original frenemies. They interviewed each other on the radio and there was a part that was so sad to me. Basically the press instigated a feud between them based on lies and things taken out of context and Boy George said something like "what a shame because I could have used a friend and we get on so well" and Pete said "yeah we wasted all that time hating each other just being pawns to sell magazines. I feel stupid getting used like that and I'm sorry to you" It was so sweet and sad. They're like sisters that are a little jealous of each other but love each other. Also Pete tells a great story about Morrisey and living across from Sinead O'Connor. If you can find it, it's worth a listen.

[@gewglesux]

Well said ... Glad you made it through George.

[@flora1694]

ALWAYS LOVED BOY GEORGE

[@gizzycatcat6468]

Very well said. And how nice of BG to pays for his friends funeral.

[@CyndyNeg]

Boy George looks great!

[@litneyloxan]

Boy George is a great person in my book. Anyone who steps up like that at the end of someone’s life to avoid crowdfunding has a good heart.

[@sidneymagal364]

Fas•cin•Aating .. I love how he said that

[@oliviamae3281]

The music in the background is bloody annoying, distracting from the interview content.

[@goodnoodles1624]

Boy must be living the clean life. He looks young .

[@ddjmfan]

Good Noodles Yes, he's been clean and sober for ten years, quit smoking is a vegetarian and a buddhist. He's doing very well.

[@suctionhong6728]

Damn, that background music...

[@glamnesianouveaux2039]

Those tracks are You Make Me Wanna and Wish You Were Here from Sophisticated Boom Boom

[@trewthe]

Class act,I don't always agree with Boy,but he is very kind and real,and honest,my God I'm sick of p.c. so nice to hear freedom in speech!