Bronski Beat Smalltown Boy

Music video by Bronski Beat performing Smalltown Boy.

[@scubalal]

A very sad song. The rejection from his father. the love of his mother. Very atmospheric and a hard hitting message. Accept who you are, and accept who others are.

[@rw8733]

Brilliant song, brilliant video. 😢

[@terrygaitan]

Well said❤

[@gilbertvargas5606]

Huge sin

[@kingazapaa2989]

the father gave him money so he loved him too

[@RealRandom.]

Yea begin gay in 80 was probably tuff now it’s cool and over the top but alway be my jam gay straight 🤷🏽who cares a banger is a banger and still hittin almost 50 years later

[@SU-452]

This reminds me of the endless 1980s night clubs dancing. Especially as a student. The smell of the dry ice 'smoke', the green lasers, the feeling of fear going to chat up a girl, the alcohol, the cigarette smoke, the level of loud music, and the way the dancing crowd would move en masse. Such an amazing time, we just never realised it, we thought it would last for ever....

[@coopie168]

The blow...

[@boyntonpaek8743]

​@coopie168 I heard it was off the charts in those times.

[@peterpavlis]

Every ERA has an end. But remember the good times and compair them to today's teenagers life, the gap is huge & not saying that because im 50 but because quality and spontaneity was the feeling of 80's & 90's. You woke up every morning with the feeling that something great is going to happen....

[@BrianSJoe21]

And strobe lights...

[@stephobindmo678]

Incredible days! We were young!!

[@andywalkling9943]

I cant f****ing believe this song is 40 years old , it was just yesterday, I was 20, Hang on!!!!!!!!! it was just yesterday, schitt it WAS just yesterday, Life is fleeting , to all you 20 somethings out there, tomorrow you will be typing this and you will be 60. Live everyday , don't hate , just love.

[@mtcampos1960]

Are you ever correct. I sometimes just stop and think 🤔 where the HELL did my life go???? 80's seemed like yesterday.

[@ositabebe6122]

Amen

[@Pluscelamemechose]

Tell me about it. Club life was real. The music was so awesome.

[@Pluscelamemechose]

​@@mtcampos1960that's because we can't let go. It was too good to be true.

[@r1r226]

Where did the time we go😢😮

[@richardcloutier8631]

I grew up in the 1970's and 80's in a small town in the Canadian prairies. I knew gay people, but no one could ever reveal that aspect of their life. I had an older brother who was autistic and everyone was so cruel to him, bullying him constantly. The one person who stook up for him was the principal of the elementary school. My parents knew the principal was gay, and he was allowed to be himself in our home. He could empathize with my brother. Neither was considered normal. Both were hated. Neither did anything to deserve it. Neither understood the hatred they faced. They felt it every day. The principal's partner died suddenly one day, and that poor man had to grieve in silence and without showing emotion. Eventually he left our town, never to return, his heart broken in half. This song always reminds me of him.

[@elenafoleyfoley168]

God love him 😥

[@1down4up78]

So sad. I met a Canadian bird n moved to Stoon, back home in London now. Sone fellas ain’t travelled out there tiny town there. That said, clubs n all sir now. Ain’t no Vegas but being gay looked more open. Small progress.

[@ocequipment]

Sad for him. I wait someday hateness just fall apart for good

[@mckessa17]

Go Roughriders

[@markmurray5816]

So so sad I feel for you live and let live buddy x

[@davidlesley1328]

The handshake that never happens with his Father…so very well shot, so touching

[@luckyhunter5291]

True

[@pedazodetorpedo]

Not gay, just a 35 year old straight white male. This song and especially the video are just amazing. It's an entire life story in a few minutes of sheer art.

[@kylcvesmusic]

I'm 17 years old and I've been listening to this song my entire life thankfully, it's an incredible form of storytelling and art.

[@ianbell7342]

fantastic ❤

[@marcosalexandre6558]

Gay was his boyfriend...😅

[@Paeoniaceae]

Okay?? What does his race and sexuality have to do with the song?

[@patriciareimo]

Y de qué manera se relaciona tu descripción personal con la canción?

[@scottmitchell3913]

I'm 57...and this is a classic 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 at its best

[@sobe9ball]

55 here, I didnt think anything of it at 13, now im like omg, duh, lol

[@SusanMorrin]

I am 56 so was a teenager when this song was released. I loved it then just because it’s a fabulous song but didn’t realise the real message behind it then. I do now. Jimmy and Bronski Beat were so brave and I applaud them xx

[@johnnelson3096]

I couldn't agree more 👍

[@Lotusfan11]

lol being gay is not a big deal. whether you are straight bisexusl gay queer dont care. wahtever one does with their time is their oen personal use so long as it doesnt me lol

[@Ma.Mama.is.a.StreetDogg]

So every generation's teens are just the same with different outfits😂😂😂😂 We vibe to the song in our teenages and start understanding the hard message when reach mid 20's and 30's😂

[@LoveforCloudi]

⁠@@Lotusfan11it’s not a big deal for the people that are gay, bi, etc. but saying “it’s not a big deal” when people literally tense up or cringe at a gay person is an understatement. Majority of people in the lgbtq community are just here, they just want to be. Yet, people who can’t even be a decent human being and just bypass it are the ones who make it such a big deal. Going as far as to harm/harass the person simply for who they like. I’m happy that there are people like you that don’t care, but trust and believe there are many people out there who aren’t as carefree as you and go to the extreme.

[@RossIsFine]

Why?

[@overwatch1828]

Agreed.... I'm 53 and this track reminds me of growing up and yes it does make me cry because of its beautiful melody and grace.... A forever track in my soul....

[@Old.Cat.]

😿

[@svendtang5432]

Walking the bars late listening and being young 🎉🎉❤

[@martinbrisco7056]

I agree, the song is great. I'm seventeen and I enjoy music of the 80's . I think it's the time the music reached its peak of quality

[@jennwebb]

I remember that video! That's when I was growing up. A lot of the bands from the 80s were gay or had gay members. We all knew what some of the songs "meant... We actually challenged each other to REALLY listen to not just the beat, but the "message". back then, people knew who was gay and who was straight. We just didn't make a big deal out if it and all treated each other the same. I sure do miss those days.

[@dejancvetkovic220]

1971...

[@paullandry5594]

I'm not gay myself, but this song is so heartfelt and Jimmy singing is just lovely and the instrumentation is fantastic and very 80's. Jimmy sings a lovely falsetto although his pleasant (Glasgow accented) speaking voice is much deeper, practically a baritone.

[@41663]

Im not gay either , though likeing the song may suggest otherwise.

[@MrStary01]

@@41663 liking a gay tune then and now when gay or not makes no difference. This song has much deeper levels than than such simplistics and it's a grower and grower over decades!!

[@emmabamgboye9373]

You don't have to be. I was dumped at 11. Sat on a suitcase because I didn't 'conform'. This song resonates with me.

[@EWAMILENAP]

@Paul Laundry No worries. Many people aren't gay. It's not your fault.

[@sempikush9inchcockbro752]

@@emmabamgboye9373plus I think we were all bullied as children and all had issues with our parents. Very relatable

[@gigi0372]

This is a full on movie told in 5 minutes. The vocals, instrumentals and message are incredibly beautiful yet haunting. I will forever love this song, and yes, I’m an 80’s teen who remembers clearly when this track first came out. Much love to all who personally relate to this song ❤✌🏼

[@tymesZ]

true and nice.

[@Kentucky81]

Never be another era like the 80s

[@jacekmarton6342]

👍👍👍

[@desireelucas3170]

Never ever🎉

[@andreamariajohnson8932]

Soo... true 💯😍

[@angieadoranti]

Sadly no. so I am glad that I got to live the 80;s

[@eddyvanweelij4412]

60s and 70s were also good

[@peternicklin2693]

Opening synths gives me goosebumps, 80s music at its best.

[@trixiedelight9874]

It truly is. 💖

[@tracycornish6650]

Omfg! Luved this bk in da day nd stil luv it now! Gr8 dancin tune x

[@sabinewei3041]

👍❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@andrewjones7218]

Me too

[@angelaandersons7918]

Couldn't have said it better meself x

[@theNeathBoy]

This is a masterpiece. From the opening synth chords, to the high falsetto vocal. An electronic gem.

[@potdog1000]

true

[@kneeenaw4]

Bet they play this in the arches

[@peternicklin2693]

Well said, had this song on my Walkman when I was doing my Yts, 83 to 84.

[@dannyhogenkamp1385]

One of a kind Sir!! Greetings from Amsterdam

[@theNeathBoy]

The Dark Arch? Perhaps.

[@spookyvibes5891]

May 2024 anyone ???

[@ze7881]

Up

[@rahuljangid7952]

Totally

[@thefatcow3725]

👋🏻

[@tiffanydowd3883]

Hi

[@claudiafortunato7468]

❤

[@ilonalafayette7675]

I'm 15 and I'm in love with this song. This masterpiece touches my soul. I used to listen to it when my dad was driving. This song is incredible , I feel lots of emotions when I listen to it , it reminds me my father who loves it too. Please , Never let this song die.

[@ilonalafayette7675]

When Jimmy says "You never cried to them , just to your soul" I just wanna cry , I feel it

[@samuelaustin7227]

Its a classic , So much better than and dynamic (sounding) the gated reverb drum is insane

[@isidrocc6414]

Then u & ur dad prolly gay

[@petermroczko7416]

I agree with you

[@Rayfaedundee]

The first time I heard this song on the radio I went to my local record store and I asked the staff at the shop who sung it and I was told Bronski Beat. I asked if they had the 7” record and I was told no it’s out of stock, but we have one special version of the vinyl record left. I asked a special version, the staff member gave me a special 12” pressed vinyl record that is in the shape of the band name Bronski Beat.. I don’t know if it’s rare or worth anything, but I’ve still got it in my vinyl record collection

[@JohnSmith-su3ze]

That's a limited edition release! Very rare! Worth over £1,000 to a collector. Do you still have it?

[@Rayfaedundee]

@@JohnSmith-su3ze yes I still have the vinyl record.

[@Madvillain76]

Is it the white vinyl? You can pick them for 200 aud

[@Rayfaedundee]

@@Madvillain76no it’s the coloured vinyl version in the shape of Bronski Beat..

[@jae6220]

Best I can do for it is $2.50

[@alanawilson6104]

This man's vocals are insane

[@jasongriffiths5348]

Yep brlliamt

[@jasongriffiths5348]

But i am not gay bit love every one shit yeah

[@jasongriffiths5348]

Wow

[@MarcoAntonio-vd3le]

I agree!!

[@JR-xo5jp]

Jimmy Summerville....also game as honey Badger would take no shiyat 💪

[@SweatyWelder68]

I am 55 yrs young and I remember hearing this song from 84' and watching the video on M-TV....my brother and i watched M-TV everyday after school...

[@krystynaleske5266]

Like me. I am 67😅

[@skumsters2323]

thank you youngster, love from a 1980r

[@1tisso]

Life moves pretty fast if you don't stop once in a while you could miss it........

[@RochellB46]

Driving late at night on th e highway with this blasting through the speakers , hair down , windows open and not a care in the world ❤

[@melmel6182]

Μην υπερβαίνετε το όριο ταχύτητας και απολαύστε αυτή την υπέροχη μουσική!

[@nathaliepoisson1251]

Keep be young. Hi from France 🇫🇷☀️🎉

[@Drew-Dastardly]

The best way to drive on the highway is all that speakers, hair, windows, and shit and totally spend 99% of your time messing with your phone.

[@x4dd]

Brings tears to my eyes, such an absolute masterpiece of 80s pop. Still listening at 57 !!

[@rjnation5042]

52 here mate, & Yeah it took huge nuts to record this track, Rj in Oz

[@carlmason4153]

@@rjnation5042 Me 67yrs & still love it, been to a few places "Down Under "RJ, Melbourne , Brissy, Cairns etc. Take Care

[@sharikaraman5896]

Yes it absolutely was,... When I first heard it, I could tell it was deep routed issues that the song was telling the people about

[@jarosawa.3094]

👍me too, tommrow my 55 birthday

[@noels.zlenek]

💜🌺💜Best years me too from France

[@sdecourcy]

.....Funny, society seems to always define courage as a masculine act......I could not imagine the courage it took to write and perform this song 40-plus years ago.

[@jonathanwright5338]

Society can be so demonizing and hypocritical. If you consider people like Liberace, Freddie Mercury, David Bowie, Prince…. all absolutely vital in shaping music. Did society simply accept them for their tremendous talent? Would society be so forgiving of them if they weren’t superstars?

[@dario_tatuador]

En esa época solo nos importaba la música no la vida íntima de nadie ..

[@user-xk8yv9po2t]

My brother loved this man’s music he was also Gay and Died of H.I.V. On SEPTEMBER 12th 1994 AGED 26 REST EASY DARREN. ❤

[@SpyxlerClips]

Sorry bout your loss

[@Lia_Diane]

Big hugs ❤‍🩹💞❤

Big hug's😢

[@Octopussyist]

OMG. I was right in the middle at the time - fortunately too shy and a late starter having sex which probably saved my life. But I remember how scared we all were.

[@Kung.Pao.Kitty.]

I had lost my uncle to the virus in 1996. RIP Uncle Joey.

[@paulturner2379]

It still sends a chill down my spine at the beginning when he first sings....

[@LV-ni3qs]

Yeah me too

[@AimericLafont]

After all these years, I still love this song

[@BibtheBoulder]

You're not alone. Timeless classic, and very poignant too.....

[@szajbkaszajbka2206]

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[@AndysGamingThoughts]

I wasn't beaten up :)

[@mrsding9131]

I love u too 😘

[@stseleie]

Same here! Lol

[@darranthomas1456]

Such an important moment in time. Some of us made it. My partner died last year and was 75. He fought his fight and it was greater than mine but he/we was strong enough together. I believe things have now changed for the better. But what do I know?

[@WillyM79]

I’m sorry for your loss

[@kylcvesmusic]

So sorry for your loss, wishing you the best x

[@AndyB1286]

I'm very sorry for your loss. But I know what you mean when you say "some of us made it" - you mean some of us survived the prejudice and discrimination, and - of course - the terrible illnesses that were claiming lots of lives in the '80s and '90s. Mark Ashton (R.I.P.) didn't survive, whilst Jonathan Blake - miraculously, it would seem - has 🙂

[@angelaandersons7918]

So sorry for your loss x

[@JenaSoderholm]

Me born in 1976: Just love the 80's music 🎧🎛📽🎬🎵🎶🕺

[@iris-tinabega3023]

Ich mit Jahrgang 1965 auch

[@LuisHernandez-ip2tr]

Who here from TikTok, old heads had good taste

[@lovepeace7008]

TT 4 Lyfe

[@HanielRios]

They were young before us buddy of course they would

[@mertkirdinli3356]

Slipped right in🎉

[@jimmychimbay5056]

No diddy.

[@frankisays2much]

Your generation needs to be stopped.

[@bessieray2331]

So brave and bold making this amazing tune in a time when prejudice was still so rife. They helped pave the way for generations of small town boys/girls to come. Big respect and love.

[@garybishop2444]

I do believe this young man is from peterborough UK

[@paulmasson3524]

Or Dundee

[@janiferassis4041]

Faço das suas palavras as minhas. Nasce no anos 70 era uma caretice só os corajoso se ousava fugir de casa aos 18 anos. Pai era militar dar pra ter uma ideia mundo que eu vivia 😅😅😅😅

[@andrewwilson5164]

He’s scotch

[@andrewwilson5164]

Glasgow

[@Toshackeegan1nil]

As a straight guy I'm so happy that this song gave some much happiness to everyone as it was written too. Love ❤️❤️❤️ love

[@Moniquehufkens]

❤🙌🏽

[@emmanate28]

Watching elders dance to this song brings tears to my eyes. Love this trend so much!!!

[@lucamorelliappendino]

JUNE OF 2024 ANYONE??

[@vanesaduque4608]

I am here

[@yosogut8075]

Me too 😅

[@joseluistrejoperez4582]

23 june my 65 years in the earth I remember when I was young 80s. Today 2024

[@Salloween8]

Me 😅😅😅

[@jnr6336]

Yo, desde España.

[@christiano8088]

When this song came out there was no Internet or anything, I didnt know the video was a young guy on a train. But I remember listening to this song on my Sony Walkman, on the train to London, on my own for the first time to go and see if I coukd find any other gay people, go to a gay bar for the first time and discover myself. I was terrified but excited. Songs like this helped me believe, and cope. It was the beginning of my gay life and an amazing adventure. Hearing this song still takes me back to thst train journey to London, I even remember which seat I had. Now I feel my journey is coming to an end. And I'm so sad about it. I wish I could do it all again. Now living with hiv, fighting cancer, still afraid of being alone, I still love this song and the memories it evokes.

[@chula1298]

Nowadays there are many, many chances to still keep moving with life even having those diseases,, I met people also with both illness and are doing perfectly well .. I hope you also find that shinning light to help you and try be surrounded by good people.. Im sure there are still people who loves you out there :) .. Peace & Love ❤

[@Simon-kh2dd]

Keep fighting my friend, my wife has beaten Cancer a second time. I wish you all the best. It's a great song!

[@lourdesquintero9064]

God will give you confort.He loves you and wish you better.

[@soraya377]

Hope you're still with us. Wishing you peace and happiness wherever you are. ❤

[@m00remarie90]

I pray my Heavenly Father reveals himself to you and you meet the real Jesus Christ.I pray that he comforts you under his wings .psalm91.good news Bible.

[@salsylexhagen7423]

I love how listening to this still brings out the same emotions in me as it did all those years ago. To all small-town boys and girls out there I send my ❤

[@emma72676]

thank you 😢

[@nishiki7047]

❤️

[@BadcatV]

❤️

[@beverleytaillon5600]

❤

[@descartesdonkey4291]

to the only gay i the village - awww

[@brandigreen2138]

My mom probably loved this song. I was born in 1986. She passed away before i could find out. But i see her dancing to this because she loved a great beat and she loved to dance. Miss you mom ❤

[@nicolasdominguez5415]

Lo siento!

[@missnessia7534]

🤍🙏May the memories live on forever

[@123heydatsme]

😊❤

[@Kung.Pao.Kitty.]

Anyone here because of the Tik Tok videos of parents dancing to 80s music. 🙋🏽‍♂️🕺🏽

[@tajavillasenor5923]

🙋‍♀️

[@waynechamberlain5724]

Born and Raised in England and now live in America the beat and video itself reminds me so much of home and how much I love my country. A feeling of Nostalgia :)

[@deeday09]

Me too mate. Grew up in Aylesbury bucks. Now NY.

[@waynechamberlain5724]

@@deeday09 lol mate I'm glad I'm not the only one .I lived in East Dereham and Norwich and moved here at 22 in the 80s..Raised in a children's home the video of this song, the pictures,train ride and adventure outdoors has Britain all over it.

[@TheCaptain64]

59 going on 20 the age I was when this came out, 39yrs later a grandfather and still dancing to it, albeit granddad style, happy days great times n tunes the 80s, thanks Jimmy .

[@thekid770]

This hits 2024 blunt hits

[@sihemtellili9707]

Who's listening to this masterpiece in 26 may 2024

[@ivanrojas8568]

May 31st and yes we here!!

[@jagojuice9133]

6/1/24.. o7

[@samanthamckevitt9786]

Masterpiece x

[@samanthamckevitt9786]

Genius x

[@samanthamckevitt9786]

If you were to draw something, this is michael z of music x

[@torbendinesen7121]

love that voice, he doesn't need autotune, he sings and sounds just as good LIVE as in the studio

[@bobby1968100]

Diese Stimme war wirklich einzigartig😍

[@henriks.6190]

👍😀❤️🇩🇰

[@Verrill82]

You should check out a live performance from 2017 (I think!), the dudes still got it!

[@amriaye7593]

One of the most iconic songs that will ever be known

[@jamesmcquillan8616]

Bit gay though

[@carlwood184]

Absolutely ive jammed on it for years love the beat the vibe just love it.

[@sm9571]

Nice eyes amri

[@gerhardmeyer3408]

just flashed back in my youth, holy moly time flies!

[@christopherbrown6049]

Hell yeah 💣✌✌✌

[@l4luxor]

I was a Kid at 80's !! Beautiful moments in my life...

[@user-be5iz4sx6v]

My son who is only 26is with his wonderful partner there is a 36year age gap hes seen alot of changers in that time to all the gay gentlemen this is one mum that loves and are proud of all of you wonderful human beings and the haters go rot❤❤❤❤❤

[@patrickryan5570]

This song that saw me leaving my small town and heading for the big city in the 80s - It was probably the most important song in my life for it still makes me very emotional - It was a call to arms for so many as it inspired them to become whoever they needed to be in a world that could be very cruel. Jimmy is the only member of Bronski Beat still alive as the other two band members are longer with us as both their lives were cut short through illness.

[@petermroczko7416]

is he gay

[@P8290970]

I really hope times have changed, I'd be distraught if i ever thought my son had to leave home just because he was gay. I know I don't have an issue with it at all. I really like this song but blimey does it make me sad.

[@freeformcklok9862]

Heart

[@michelangelofatta7315]

A

[@GG-vy1oy]

I should have stayed on the farm I should have listened to my old man

[@breebw]

I used to be a tutor at a university. We had just two requirements, you had to complete each of the three assignments and get at least 30% in the exam in the paper I taught.. The 2nd assignment was due two weeks after first semester break. For some reason, students that were gay went home during the semester break, and many decided thats the time they would come out to parents. It invariably went really badly. I always remember collating those that had handed in the second assignment and 30% were missing. Some would apply for extension after student counseling. It was always nearly all the same reason - parents disowned them, cutting off money, and family support. Some parents had even bought a house close to university. In one case the girl was kicked out and the house sold. She was never to make contact with the family again. Student counseling couldn't get her back on track. I had to mark her DNC(did not complete). I wonder to this day, 20 years later, what happened to her. I think about that girl every time I see, or hear, this song.

[@Aikisbest]

People like that literally needs to go die in a hole. (The insensitive ones I mean).

[@billywizz1965]

I knew from the age of 2 my son was gay, when he eventually told me at the age of 17 the look on his face was priceless. I love my son unconditionally, I’m more protective of him now more than ever due to some who would hurt him for simply being himself, I ❤️my son xx

[@breebw]

@@billywizz1965 You son is lucky to have a loving and understanding father. Back then you were a minority. Perhaps things are improving today.

[@nairobichik]

So heartbreaking 💔

[@jenniferrojas4227]

Doesn’t matter if your gay or not the 80’s music I feel was the best 😊

[@aceci760]

Fue la mejor época ❤❤❤🎵🎵

[@GiorgioMunoz-yl6tw]

I'm 57 this is a real dance club music from back in the days

[@johnpender8770]

This song Small town boy means so much to me and all the other Small town boys and girls all around the World the lyrics and Jimmy Somervilles vocals are truly Amazing rip Steve Bronski

[@AleXander-uc7lo]

What about gays of the capitals? They also have probs to reveal

[@johnb.dambrosio2286]

And rip Jimmy Somerville (the singer).

[@luckyhunter5291]

@@johnb.dambrosio2286 is he dead

[@johnb.dambrosio2286]

@@luckyhunter5291 The Guardian has an article 23 December 2021 stating he died in a Soho flat fire, but there is nothing else. I just found this and am trying to find further information, that will give any further attention to that.

[@luckyhunter5291]

@@johnb.dambrosio2286 ok

[@arieljesuscerecedadelgado1099]

Lyrics : You leave in the morning With everything you own In a little black case Alone on a platform The wind and the rain On a sad and lonely face Mother will never understand Why you had to leave But the answers you seek Will never be found at home The love that you need Will never be found at home Run away, turn away, run away, turn away, run away Run away, turn away, run away, turn away, run away Pushed around and kicked around Always a lonely boy You were the one That they'd talk about around town As they put you down And as hard as they would try They'd hurt to make you cry But you never cried to them Just to your soul No you never cried to them Just to your soul Run away, turn away, run away, turn away, run away Run away, turn away, run away, turn away, run away Cry, boy, cry You leave in the morning With everything you own In a little black case Alone on a platform The wind and the rain On a sad and lonely face Run away, turn away, run away, turn away, run away Run away, turn away, run away, turn away, run away

[@TheHoneyfunk]

The music is always a call to arms babes xx

[@Steaks652]

Excellent, thanks.

[@kirschblute115]

Thank you ❤

[@tristanderey4126]

Dziękuję za tekst.

[@le__graveuronyoutube]

'Mother will never understand Why you had to leave But the answers you seek Will never be found at home ....' These lines, especially the last two are very poignant and powerful for me. A true masterpiece well done and well written that stands the test of time!

[@gemarbejb]

Class of 1988 Still listening to the best of the 80's. ❤

[@whisperingdeath308]

❤❤❤❤❤❤...me too!!!

[@BambinosDallas]

Summer 2024 anyone??? ☀️☀️

[@dianegypsysoul]

YES AND ALWAYS 💜🎼💜🎼💜🎼💜🎼💜🎼💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃🎼💜

[@jarekceman738]

​@@dianegypsysoulthis is Great music

[@tajavillasenor5923]

🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️

[@RicoJuarez-ek4xm]

115 in Phoenix

[@valentinryngert2439]

🎉🎉🎉 yeah boy !

[@almalipovaca8978]

The most cruel people are the people who do not understand the other. I come from Bosnia and I am an Muslim Bosnian woman. For my part, everyone can be, whatever you want to be.

[@lovyrituraj]

Your people have seen so much suffering and never ending hatred hope the Balkan people learn to forgive and move on with life

[@sandrarezzonico5804]

❤❤❤❤

[@stephenw4577]

As a straight teenager in the 80's, I guess there was a total lack of understanding and empathy towards people who were different and thankfully the world has changed, in alot of places anyway, to remove hate - brilliant tune

[@Mr.bllunt]

I'm not gay but the beat it's awesome

[@martinbrisco7056]

Did you know that this is the same beat that is used in the song "I can change"?

[@martinbrisco7056]

I love it to, the beat is glorious (I'm not gay, just in case)

[@Mr.bllunt]

@@martinbrisco7056 who sing I can change?

[@diceros69]

Sure anout that 😂

[@jonblom]

... 🤷

[@eddiefernandez2992]

July 2024 Anyone?😂

[@zanthony1286]

NOPE

[@yellow_girl5128]

YESSSSS🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@user-mu4nd8zk2o]

Yeah it's hit

[@alunread433]

Loved it when it first came out and it's still a great tune today

[@AleXander-uc7lo]

I guess you love anything that is 'Coming out'

[@oni741]

@@AleXander-uc7lo lol your sarcasm ain't so trivial and biased not at all! XD

[@AleXander-uc7lo]

@@oni741 Haha I didn't mean 'coming in' 🍌🍩 That'd be b-anal 🍆🍩🌭lol

[@yvonnemendez3075]

Yes still a great club jam

[@westernhandsfashion105]

Like if you got here because of the Mom 80s dancing Tiktok Trend! lol

[@Jwirihana]

Sad if you didn't know this song before the trend. Known this song for years due to having a 80s parent 😂

[@franciscocorral3306]

I got here because my mother raised me with this music and now i cant live without it

[@flakkg7590]

Seen it on ig but yeah

[@marialetiziachisci8421]

Hahahaha ditto

[@fuzzyh1ghland3r28]

dont matter how we got here just matters we did

[@aixcracker]

Not many of my friends did listen to this back in the days. Later many have understood pretty nicely what they missed. The 1980's wheren't the easiest time to grow up.

[@scottnever8732]

what era was fun to grow up? everyone has a storey we all have problems and issues, we overcome them and just respect THE JIMMY

[@isabellemendes5355]

Sabe aquela saudade,aquela vontade de regressar no tempo?É isso que sinto toda vez que escuto essa música,meu coração dispara,paro no tempo e viajo no passado curtindo esse som inesquecível .🤗❤🎶💕

[@michelapagano2281]

HAI.RAGIONE.UNA.STRUGGENTE.E.DOLCE.MALINCONIA.DEL.DOLCEPASSATO.CHÉ. NON.TORNA.PIU.

[@michelapagano2281]

VERISSIMO.MERAVIGLIOSI.ANNI.OTTANTA

[@lecastoraplumes9655]

Ça nous manque ces années passées

[@CarlosRoberto-re9gu]

Boa tarde

[@antoniaserrano167]

Que épocas tan lindas. Si pudiera volver el tiempo. Sería genial 😁 💕 soy d argentina

[@iancoles1349]

What a track.80s don't we all miss those days.

[@susanboyd3260]

memories, freedom, the music was awesome, staying out all night dancing until 3 am on Saturday, sometimes Friday too, meeting cute boys, dressing up in cute clothes, lived at home with my parents and i didnt have to worry about bills.

[@michelenunes7468]

legal ver que todos nós temos coisas semelhantes...

[@yosoyninjaweii5438]

Who here from tik tok? Song all over my fyp 😊😮

[@Mecca188]

Same

[@nobudysbee1220]

Me!

[@brookejohnson7255]

Me 😂😂

[@johnpender4025]

This Bronski beat song Small town boy is a Amazing wonderful song with lyrics that mean so much to me and all the Small town boys and girls all over the World 🌎 from a 59 years old Irish Smalltown boy ❤️

[@cor2250]

❤

[@johnpender4025]

This Bronski beat song Small town boy is truly a masterpiece of music it means so much to all the Small town boys and girls all over the world like me a 60 years young Irishman Small town boy from Dublin 🇮🇪

[@anthonysmith2714]

I was raised in the same housing scheme as Jimmy Summerville (Ruchill, Glasgow) & this song reminds me of the struggle he went through being gay & I take my hat of to him. "Go on son"

[@petermroczko7416]

Yess agree

[@meistresavalon8932]

To all who struggled with just being you, you are perfect, loved, and you deserve to have everything you ever needed. Bless you always.

[@derikkelm1397]

man the 80's beat was just something else .

[@lisamartin5873]

The notes this guy can hit is incredible

[@MrDanjacs]

This is really a great track, it is of its time but still sounds fantastic.

[@marisapalladino6115]

Grazie di cuore a tutti❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jennyjackson2336]

One of my all time favourite tunes

[@cocopops6201]

it sounds even better and fresh now. coming from a kid in his mid 20s 🤙

[@siobhankavanagh5759]

Absolutely brilliant

[@ChristianMohammedCohen]

you re right - it s of it s time .. but hence it reflects it s time ... indeed!

[@keletsoncube4708]

Baby reindeer 🦌 brought me here

[@Jay_Silvia]

I been here cause of GTA5 but baby reindeer as well did very good show.

[@flufifinch1526]

It was by far the courageousest song and video of the 80'. They risked their whole career for it. We loved it for the cult music AND for the courage to show the problems of homosexuality from then officially.

[@trixiedelight9874]

I heard this when it was first released...my best friend was gay and we really loved each other...but I'm a girl, so that wasn't in our cards, and so when I listen to this, it reminds me of that special time and very unique relationship 💜

[@maxmaexchen4445]

I was 8 listening to this song for the first time. I liked the beat, the voice,all of it. It took me years to understand what this song really was about. And i love it

[@dc79music98]

Same here, DOB 1979 as a kid from Stranraer

[@renb6133]

As a young person, I didn’t appreciate how unique, brave & original Jimmy Somerville was. He was the countertenor of counterculture 80s club music & his songs had powerful messages behind them (like this one re: being different & rejected). I wish I’d understood this more in my teens but, as they say, “youth is wasted in the young.” A few more years, a lot more lines & life experience, unfortunately, are what we need to “get it.” If only we could be both cute & wise, alas, it seldom works that way.

[@marketing_news_switzerland]

"Smalltown Boy" is a popular song by the British synth-pop band Bronski Beat. It was released in 1984 as the lead single from their debut album "The Age of Consent." "Smalltown Boy" is characterized by its powerful and poignant lyrics, soulful vocals, and infectious synth melodies. The song addresses themes of alienation, identity, and the struggles faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in a small town environment. It conveys a sense of isolation and the longing for acceptance and understanding. The track's emotive vocals by lead singer Jimmy Somerville, coupled with the catchy synth-pop sound, struck a chord with listeners. The song's electronic beats and melodic hooks made it an instant hit, resonating with audiences across the globe. "Smalltown Boy" received critical acclaim for its honest portrayal of LGBTQ+ experiences and its ability to connect with a wide audience. It became an anthem for the gay community, shining a light on the challenges and triumphs of queer individuals. The song's music video, directed by Bernard Rose, added to its impact. The video tells the story of a young man grappling with his identity and his eventual escape from his small town. It became iconic for its powerful imagery and representation of LGBTQ+ struggles. "Smalltown Boy" remains a classic in the synth-pop genre and a standout song in Bronski Beat's discography. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its emotional resonance, catchy melodies, and its role in raising awareness of LGBTQ+ issues.

[@lancasterjones8653]

My son came out of course I accept him it's not a crime to love who you love. My son is better 4 it.

[@beerlover7460]

When music was still good. I miss the 80’s

[@mikerieck306]

Me too and unfortunately they're not coming back.

[@karenaldred3645]

This was the song that made my brother be himself in the 80s hes now married to the love of his life

[@megataurus7779]

So he is a gay?

[@karenaldred3645]

@@megataurus7779 yes

[@ritaveronicaelvakerhaande7623]

❤

[@fuzzyh1ghland3r28]

it doesnt matter how we got here it just matters that we did

[@sebastiangeib8067]

The song is captivating and eloquent, and describes the feeling of strong alienation, of being a foreign body in this world. And finally, you don't have to be gay to understand this great song, you just have to be an outlaw or an outsider

[@rahvavaenlane]

what a song... both lyrics and melody - sad and uplifting at the same time - they invoke an emotion but also tell a story. and the video totally fits and is also amazingly well done - down to earth visual language helps one to identify with characters, and it tells a whole (back)story in under 5 minutes. sometimes it all just comes together.

[@megane230f1]

im 45 and in all of my years of listening to music i always thought jimmy was a fantastic singer 🔥

[@alunroberts1439]

Me am old at 50

[@skumsters2323]

I love this dude, Jimmy Somerville !! First (obvious) gay video I remember on MTV. This channel saved me from my catholic bullocks. This smalltown boy ran as hard as she could. Love ya Jimmy, sweet dude.

[@robsonpaulinolopesrobsonpa2931]

fui adolescente nos anos 80's sinto saudade daquela época a melhor de todas as décadas.

[@kekkomeli9997]

C puoi scommettere.

[@filosofosincero]

Que época boa em! Bom ver brasileiros por aqui!

[@jean-noel4593]

Going from left to right but not sitting in moving direction. From the first seconds, this video makes the history. Incredibly well done. I saw it at 14 without paying attention. Now, I am 52 ans I realize how it was visionary.

[@jhonnymuller4097]

Sou de 91, mas quando ouço essa música, eu viajo, parece que volto aos anos 80, sinto que em outra vida participei dessa década espetacular, não só com essa música mas como outras, a melhor década sem dúvida!

[@mazinha8003]

Sim. Essa canção fez muito sucesso em 1985, tocava muito nas rádios!🎶🔝

[@jaimenicodemus8805]

concordo, excelentes músicas!!

[@selvineypereira]

Concordo com vc amigo! Bate uma vibe boa na cabeça,e como viajar no tempo ☀️

[@anibalrocha3]

SOU DE 81, E VIAJO MAIS AINDA, NÃO EXISTE TECNOLOGIA QUE POSSA OFERECER UMA ÉPOCA ONDE A INTENSIDADE HUMANA ERA MAIOR QUE A INTENSIDADE MATERIALISTA. EU PREFIRO ESPERAR 1000 ANOS PARA NASCER EM UMA GERAÇÃO PARECIDA DO QUE NASCER AMANHÃ PARA CORRER ATRÁZ DE DINHEIRO.

[@user-su9ut7iz7m]

Господи дай мне ещё раз прожить в эпоху музыки во вечно и веков аминь .

[@AlejandroMS67]

Family isn't just what you're born into. Family is also a choice you can eventually make on your own.

[@shawntallman6263]

When black people made awesome music. As a child all I listened to was motown and r&b hits. This crap nowadays suxs.

[@danielturner2005]

I love this even tho I’m 17 and this is from the 80s but this is my type of music thank god I got my mothers music taste

[@junenan5405]

Yes I like that granny 74 lov it ❤❤🥳

[@darreneaston582]

Forget the "I'm not gay" statement - it is just a great song....

[@davidhindle970]

Don't confuse your struggle with that of a gay fella in 1980s Manchester

[@noemigutierrezgarcia-cuenc6869]

July 2024. And missing the amazing eighties... ❤

[@Icemansmom]

I didn’t care what this song was about in the 80s and I don’t care now. Just Dance

[@erikswine]

One of the best songs ever written, performed and produced... period.

[@flatsouffle810]

Born 68, it took us 30+ years to understand this song. I'm straight and feel so, so sorry. Seriously.

[@BboyToxicKushFam]

"How did 3:13 they dance in the 80's" fb video brought me here 🤣🤣 had to hear the whole song been a while since I've heard it 💚💚💚 miss you momma and I love you!

[@massimilianotagnani3532]

Credo la piu bella canzone che ho ascoltato nella mia vita !!! A 53 anni ancora mi da i brividi !!!

[@BluesRockTommy]

This song makes me remember the good old days 💕💯

[@betulapendula7661]

🎉😊😅me too,I'm 60 y.old girl.❤

[@johnpender4025]

This Bronski beat song Small town boy is for all the Small town boys and girls all over the world 🌎 from a 60 years young Irishman Small town boy from Dublin 🇮🇪❤❤😊

[@leeest3103]

Justin Long made this song famous again!!!

[@oh8wingman]

Every time I hear this song it reminds me of something from the past. His name was Joey and this is his story. Back in 1989 I met a man named Joey in an AIDS hospice where my girlfriend at the time worked. Over the course of time Joey's life became tragic. When with his family he was always "Uncle Joey" and his nieces and nephews adored him as he did them. His siblings always thought the best of him. Joey knew that he would probably never marry and children were definitely out of the question so being with his family was important to him and gave him something stable in his life. Joey was diagnosed with HIV in September of 1988. He might have been able to hide it but Joey decided that he had to be upfront with his brothers and sisters as to his condition. So one November evening he called them and arranged to have a Family meeting with them. Upon hearing the news, his siblings were initially sympathetic, supportive, and understanding and he thought things were going to be alright. Joey spent a great deal of time in the next month or so picking out Christmas gifts for all of his family members. About December 15th he phoned his sister to find out whos home they were going to for Christmas. There was a pregnant pause and then his sister told him that he was not to come around to anyone's home ever again. She explained they had had a meeting they all agreed that they didn't want a sick gay man around their children so he was persona non grata and he was no longer welcome with any one of them. Needless to say, Joey was heartbroken. In addition to being sick, his anchor in life had now been taken away. He was now adrift and rudderless. Even though the emotional trauma that he was experiencing was painful to say the least, Joey still made it a point to have all of the gifts he had bought and wrapped couriered to his brothers home. They were delivered back to his apartment the following day unopened, no note, no letter. In late January of 1989 joey's doctor informed him that he had gone to full blown AIDS. Although it was never confirmed many thought that the cause was how he felt emotionally after he had been crushed by the only people he cared about. Joey went downhill very fast after that. When I met him in August of 1989 he was nothing but skin and bones and he seldom left his room in the hospice. Joey and I would sit in his room in the dark and have conversations on every topic imaginable and he became a great friend to me. His views on life were a credit to him all things being considered. He bore his lot in life like a man and never complained. Joey died peacefully in his sleep just before Christmas that year. There were 11 people at his funeral and not one of them was a relative, just other people and patients who knew him from the AIDS Hospice. When ever I hear this song I always think back to that year and thank the powers that be for my good fortune in life. I don't believe in God and the afterlife. For me when you die all that is left is a carcass, a bunch of crap that no one wants, and the memories that those who knew you have. But I have to be a bit of a hypocrite when it comes to Joey. I sincerely hope that he went on to a better place where no one could ever hurt him again.

[@curlyjen1507]

Very sad and poignant. As beautiful as the 80s may have been in retrospect, dealing with HIV and AIDS patients was cruel. Very tragic how his family treated him. Luckily he still had people around him who cared about him.

[@stephansong]

Such a sad beautiful song of past years. We take so much for granted. This melody . The harmonics. Spot on

[@user-hs7fm4ku5s]

The first and only 2000 Olympian ❤❤

[@stephansong]

​@@user-hs7fm4ku5s On top of all this. Wow.