Is Singapore the perfect city? The Garden city explained.

[@kianyong3295]

Was awaiting for this video to come out tbh😂 One of the better videos of Singapore I've seen, great edit btw! And it was nice meeting you at the Skyville@Dawson!👍🏻👌🏻

[@AndyMBurgess]

Ahhh thanks dude!!! Means a lot from a local 🙏Great to meet you too. Can't wait to come back 🇸🇬

[@angeluscorpius]

@@AndyMBurgess To follow up on Andrew Smith's comment, here is the news clipping: heresthenews.blogspot.com/2015/03/when-cia-tried-to-bribe-lky.html

[@p72029]

Yes Rong , this video was the best by far...

[@sonyadelhou1882]

U didn’t stop him flying the drone😳 it’s illegal over CBD area and most part of the island

[@JTan7788]

@@AndyMBurgess I am glad that you like your visit to Singapore.

[@leongyet9896]

I think Singapore is the only place where people goes to the airport for leisure even though they are not taking any flights,lol

[@AndyMBurgess]

Agreed!

[@Jack-hy2ki]

I am Singaporean and I totally agree with u. This is also why foreigners and even opposition & supporters always say Singapore is a dictatorship country. Actually its not. We the citizens voted them in. Why change it when the gov have not done any major mistake.

[@jugemujugemugokonosurikire4735]

Yeah, locals go to changi airport just to shop (guilty as charged)

[@aniumar5964]

I love my airport...when its hot n hazy n i hv time on my hands...i sometimes spent it at d airport...shop eat catch a movie ...chill.😁

[@teng756]

If there’s a Super like button on this comment, I’ll click it. I literally just got home after shopping and dining in Jewel. 😂

[@caleb-fg1nl]

As a Singaporean, I was really surprised at how well detailed and accurate your information was about Singapore! I'm also really impressed that you took the time to read up about Singapore's history to understand how the country got to where it is today. I hope you enjoyed the food in Singapore as much as I do and also hope to see you back in Singapore soon :D

[@AndyMBurgess]

The food is amazing should of made a video on just that

[@brandenongkp]

Agree , very pro.

[@exiliar4093]

321 likes

[@alfredosauce5351]

The fact that we dont have street food

[@JTan7788]

I agree

[@Putt-Putt]

FYI, that sky garden that you went is actually public housing.

[@Numberonesorabjifan]

I can see it from my room and I keep forgetting that it's not a condominium. That place is lit.

[@clean1325]

i stay there:-)

[@kagamikagami]

The sky bridge.. I went there and it was just so calm, there were hardly any people there and some cool playgrounds for kids.. I miss Singapore

[@jau3668]

I am so happy he included Skyville @ Dawson instead of The Pinnacles. Skyville is free and open to public, a truly democratic space whereas at The Pinnacles you have to pay to go up!

[@wwbren]

This is not a normal travel video. A whole production team might not have done better. Kudos to all ur research done.

[@inspiritshawolelf]

Accidentally stumbled on your video in my recommended page and being my narcissistic self, I knew I had to watch because, hey, it’s a video about my country from an outsider’s point of view. I extremely love how this video is educational and you took the time and effort to talk about our brief history! The thing with lots of laws in Singapore, it comes with a logical reasoning that can’t be really argued against. Sure it may seem excessive, ridiculous and people may still be upset about some of the laws we have - no eating/drinking in trains, cars being expensive, lack of free speech, etc, but such laws are in placed to keep Singapore clean, to minimise traffic jams and delays (Singapore is small) and to prevent hate speech from being thrown around. Haven’t we been taught, “if you have nothing nice to say, don’t say anything at all?”. But all of that aside, such a high quality and informative video and I deeply respect the obvious time and effort put into creating this video :)

[@KuwaraKat]

I was abt to comments something like this but you've already said it all hehe 😆 thanks so much for taking the time to do research on our little red dot, mr burgess!

[@yakisoba2191]

TL:DR : epic video

[@Kermitgene]

I like the fact he’s not imposing on his western liberialism on Singapore’s lack of free speech. It was balanced I feel.

[@keretaman]

Same. A lot of times, it's hard to watch a video about Singapore because they come from a negative angle about our drug laws, petty chewing gum laws, lack of free speech, anti-homosexuality laws... but there's a results-based system behind all of that. For the homosexuality part, the law is actually going through changes right now. As I was saying, this positive video about Singapore is awesome

[@geraldboon7624]

Freedom of speech has been cracked down on in western countries by extremist liberals (social justice warriors) it’s not as free as it once was

[@havenprice]

I never thought the theories I read about ultra free speech would come true

[@karimsonglin8841]

i think he is?? like i don't consider Singapore as a country without freedom of speech at all. My bf keeps complaining about the Singaporean government all the time. I guess it's not the problem of free speech, things just work differently here from other typical western countries. If people don't trust their government in the UK, maybe it's because the government itself is untrustable..

[@warricklow4218]

@@karimsonglin8841 i dont know why people complain so much. you can bring chewing gum into singapore if in small amounts. I am happy that there are no drugs. the government is doing things, even if somethings are slow. Our MRT is good (people keep complaining that it breaks down but its much better than other places). If you oppose the government, make a party instead of just ranting and shouting at a park. our food is good and can be cheap. I think singapore should only improve on environmentalism laws and regulations and getting rid of anti- homosexuality laws.

[@titleatptitleinsertcoordin3701]

Dude:Singaporeans speak 2 language Me: sorry I live in Singapore and when we curse, the pros can curse in 5 languages

[@Ianovich22]

True

[@25_kylie16]

HAHAHA

[@mrurle296]

get on my lvl limbu can curse in 7

[@titleatptitleinsertcoordin3701]

@@mrurle296 show me

[@RubixPsyche]

@@mrurle296 Sir please teach a class

[@putrazo]

he knows more about singapore than i do. and im a singaporean..

[@roychan588]

Same

[@miachew7074]

Lol same

[@jooniethebest2022]

Same here

[@kaisen8827]

Same lol

[@sophiec2120]

Same even though we are all saying the SaMe thing lmao

[@hobiwater4192]

"Singaporeans speak 2 languages" *Yes. Singlish and English.*

[@mvashvin3666]

Lol

[@Leaftigger]

I totally agree

[@Jack-hy2ki]

I speak 5 languages. English, Chinese, Cantonese, Hokkien and Singlish.

[@ikmai]

@2016 LEE_JIE-SHI_ERICA_JANE not everyone

[@rai5411]

+ our own mother tongue

[@againstthetypical]

The only place where we can use all 4 local language to order 1 drink. “Aneh satu milo peng”.

[@Insorainity]

Noice

[@clivechiam]

FML 😂😂😂

[@arthurljt]

hilarious! you made my day....

[@musicgenrejas]

I realised another irony.. "Lagi Worst!" -often used by Chinese ppl.

[@vincecarlo]

True That 👍👏👏

[@gerardvong]

Wow your content and depth of research admirable made me proud to be a Singaporean thank you

[@AndyMBurgess]

Oh damn thank you! Singapore really is an incredible country 👊

[@aceotaku1]

The KZbin Algorithm did its job well and recommended this masterpiece of a video. Congrats on 2K subs and hope it keeps rising!

[@AndyMBurgess]

Thank you!!!

[@brandenongkp]

This island is small but it's like a giant in many ways . Their systems works,people are highly educated,impressive.

[@edib3lastname882]

Thank you for this wonderful introductory video on Singapore. I would like to comment a little on the point about freedom of speech (or, more generally, expression). At the end of the day, I think it boils down to what is included in the term 'expression'. In Singapore, freedom of expression is restricted by laws that protect the larger community's safety and security. So, expressions that are irresponsible, are irrational, and intentionally propagate falsehoods are excluded, i.e. heavily penalised. Because these sorts of expressions, if allowed to take place freely, will harm and tear apart the community. Personally, I think this is a better version of freedom of expression. Why would you advocate for a version of freedom of expression that permits, for example, hate speeches? As long as you are a rational and responsible person that can tell truths from falsehoods, then there is nothing to fear about speaking your mind in Singapore.

[@AndyMBurgess]

Hey thank you so much for clarifying this point and leaving such a detailed and interesting comment. I really appreciate it 🙃👊🇸🇬

[@Jjjjjjccccc]

Edib3 Last Name on point! We also recently introduced the Protection From Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act, which allows government to order websites to take down or correct information deemed to be factually misleading. Even then, there are mechanisms that allow the poster to cheaply and swiftly challenge the government’s order in a special court set up for this purpose.

[@dzakir_]

@Rxx x As far as i know, a way for the government to counter corruption is by having a high paying salary. The highest paying job in singapore are ministers so for people to be a minister takes years of education and not forgetting the high competition. So if youre a minister, means you are highly qualified, thus, things such as exploitation of policies will unlikely occur

[@redjacket7177]

Singaporeans lack many other freedoms beside speech such as freedom of press.

[@ashygfriend6784]

You still cannot make reasonable criticisms of religions, but religious communities are free to propagate their faith to every corner of the island, how is this fair or just for the non-religious community?

[@nyvlem3184]

Literally every foreigner: *looks at the immense amount of development in such a short span of time* Hot diggity damn Singapore is so (good stuff) Singaporeans: Aiya no lah garment cant do shit now dont let me ride my PMD

[@hobiwater4192]

But garment just want to keep us and ang moh safe

[@nyvlem3184]

@@hobiwater4192 just exaggerating out these people I dont actually think this way lol

[@1293aloy]

I believe that it is all just a matter of perspective. I think us Singaporeans tend to take the important things that we have for granted.

[@wzr3293]

The garmant is my under-garmaant

[@N00b1eass]

Garment only take action when election come so can "satisfy" us and get votes from us.

[@jesdecruz8383]

We do have freedom of speech. But it’s must be a responsible freedom of speech. You cannot be cursing and dissing other races or religions for example, just for the sake of free speech.

[@jugemujugemugokonosurikire4735]

Use freedom of speech but with construction of sentences, I think other countries should adopt this idea too! If we keep yelling and shouting nothing gets done, we must settle our differences in a professional way.

[@keteru3453]

A lot of people might argue that restricted freedom of speech isn’t really freedom of speech. Although not enforced there has been cases of people being arrested for speaking against/ having different ideas from the government mostly Politicians of such. Also if you get on the bad side of the government, they would do whatever legally possible if not take things as far as they can as long as it does not cause a big backlash from the public to fuck your life up. My uncle has participated in an opposition political party once in his lifetime and has since been banned from any government related work opportunities E.g. teaching( as most schools are government owned) and denied full Citizenship only until recent years and it is considered that he has gotten off lightly

[@keteru3453]

Rxx x what I meant from opposition party is not in the sense of in opposition of the government, it just the name we give other political party that is big enough to be relevant. Singapore has been ruled by the same political party for 50 years so any new rising political parties not necessarily with opposing ideas but maybe also constructive ones are just known as opposition parties ((if I’m not wrong)

[@keteru3453]

Rxx x Honestly I don’t know. I am not really kept up with the whatnots but as far as I know, the currently ruling party has done a phenomenal job for the people and the country although there have been some incidences that got some people’s faith in them wavering after the death of our founding father, claiming that they have lost their vision.

[@sarahxskies]

We don't have freedom of speech, Jes. Our constitution has placed restrictions on our freedom of speech and press with ambiguous acts that can be used at the government's discretion so there really isn't anything "free" about it.

[@khaitucklee4676]

Honestly, I really enjoyed this video. Your comments about Singapore are well weighted and you don't assume things base on your own values (like a lot of westerners do, no offence). You actually took the time to talk to locals and find out what they think about the "rules" in Singapore and the rationale behind them. You've also learnt so much about Singapore in just a week which was really impressive. Things we Singaporeans are sometimes oblivious to or take for granted. On a side note, about freedom of speech, I would say Singapore has freedom of speech, just not freedom of hate speech. If the things you say can be backed up by evidence, then you can say anything you want.

[@wenceslee1701]

Wow, honestly I was just expecting a travel vlog. But I was pleasantly surprised, cause your video is a lot more than that! Thanks for providing a neutral & fair perspective of Singapore. No city is perfect, but you portrayed your objectivity in a way that's respectful of the city you are showcasing. Apart from great video editing (you have fantastic shots by the way), you obviously did some historical background homework, which is why your video is refreshing and amazing. I almost thought you had a production team with you along the way! 😄 Have sub your channel. 😀

[@AndyMBurgess]

Thanks Wences, so glad you were surprised, I don't want to just make a travel vlog , I want the story to have some meaning so I'm so glad this resinated with you. And no production company just me haha.

[@xinhui071869]

Don’t worry I once saw a mom use her phone to reserve a seat at Macs in Singapore

[@skirtrunning]

😂😂😂

[@kuma-kun9777]

Honestly thats just being stupid not gonna lie. No one does that like. What the hell. Just use a packet of tissue or an umbrella xD

[@isadragon9585]

*drops bag off at the table, goes off and takes my time deciding what to eat*

[@kuma-kun9777]

@@isadragon9585 that's exactly what alot of people does nowadays except they don't put their valuables inside so yeah. But still, most people use a packet of tissue to reserve seats because it's like a singaporean thing I guess

[@markysparkyandfriends]

Extremely Salty Player I wouldn’t say that’s the cause. It’s important to distinguish wealth and ethics, although I’m fortunate to say that Singaporeans are, relative to global wealth levels, very affluent. But more than that, Singaporeans are honest people.

[@seankaiser11]

Awesome! I am Singaporean and it is always interesting to hear what foreigners think about my country! Interesting! Yes indeed we trust our government a lot. But what they did and do for the country speaks tons, that's why that trust. Also the government here seems to think about the longer term for the country. I studied overseas twice. Once in the UK. Sure there are lots of views and voices, but how does it translate to better policies for the country for a long term? Something for all of us to think about?

[@AndyMBurgess]

I really loved how Singapore are thinking long term. I think that is so important and that's reflected in the culture and Singaporean life. Thanks for your great comment Kaiser

[@jefft5672]

Sheeple. Hopeless sheeple

[@TommoCarroll]

Gahd damn Andy. Gahd damn! This was worth the wait! I still can’t believe you don’t/barely use after effects, the transitions are ON POINT. This 10 minutes flew by, loved it from start to finish! Plus I learnt so much about Singapore that I had literally zero knowledge on before. Nice.

[@AndyMBurgess]

Cheers dude, so glad you got something from it. P.S when I finally get time to master After Effects I think it will blow my mind

[@abbyiscoool]

I was JUST in Singapore 2 weeks ago! Went there from Thailand and it was crazy what a difference it was, it’s such a well planned, beautiful city, and the people were all so welcoming. The food 😍 the architecture 🥰 the vibes 🙏 just everything was so amazing to experience. Great video!!!!

[@nathunderr]

I'm a Singaporean and each time an international friend asks me what is there to do here, I always find myself at a loss for words... But now I think I can just simply send this video to them for starters. ;p This is such a great video - clearly shows how much effort you poured in it. I'm now subscribed!

[@Jjjjjjccccc]

Brilliant production and very well researched! Singapore is not a perfect country and there’s loads more we can do to become a more gracious society, but most of us are grateful for the extraordinary state of political and social affairs what we have.

[@archonixm]

comparing to their neighbours, singaporean must be feeling blessed..

[@AlexPettitt]

Absolutely class! So much I never knew about Singapore and now you've made me want to book a ticket!

[@AndyMBurgess]

Thanks Alex, then I guess I’ve done my job 🙌

[@leongyet9896]

We welcome you to visit us!

[@AndyMBurgess]

@@leongyet9896 Let's go @Alex Pettitt!

[@redjacket7177]

It's hot as hell and it keeps gettin hotter

[@paperpuddingTV]

Time is inevitable no lol you’re exaggerating

[@JavierCS]

This channel deserve way more subs than 1.5k. The production quality, the time you took to do the research instead of enjoy yourself by just doing a travel vlog, and the detailed but short introduction to this country is way more in-depth than what I was expecting but yet without brain fatigue. Awesome video, looking forward for more!

[@crimsontaintedsin]

Too bad you showed the Supertrees but didn't talk about them, they're not just decorative but used to collect rainwater which is then channeled for use in Gardens by the Bay! Thanks for the wonderful and pretty balanced video! Feel like it's a good introduction to Singapore not just as a tourist hub but also as a very brief overview of us as a nation :)

[@LindieBotes]

This was so well-made! Thank you for introducing Singapore in such a positive light. Your editing and typography skills are beautiful too - all round a great watch! And I'm so sorry you were here during the haze :(

[@thLilJinx]

I normally get scared seeing people vlog about Singapore because usually information is either blown out of proportion/flat out wrong (whether its good or bad), this video on the other hand is SOOOOO WELL RESEARCHED. Thank you, thank you thank you

[@angeluscorpius]

We trust our govt because it has delivered. For over 50 years. So it would be irrational or illogical to distrust the govt. As you noted, the SG govt plans long term, and this is a luxury that few other democratically elected govt has. Most democratic govt can only plan up to the next election. It makes them short-sighted, and plan for the short term, and to get the best "deal" they can get from the electorate in the present. BUT.... it is impossible to explain SG govt to a UK or US or other citizen of Western democracies because there are no (are there?) long ruling, stable government in the west (that has successfully planned long term) for a citizen of the west to identify with and understand. So SG and the SG politics comes across as weird or exotic or unreal or some distortion of reality. It works against all your understanding of how the world is supposed to work. And that will either freak you out or pique your curiousity. [If it helps, we don't understand Brexit.]

[@AndyMBurgess]

Thank you so much for this extra insight it's really fascinating. P.S I also don't understand Brexit it's a mess.

[@hoifeikwok7457]

Absolutely agree (as a fellow Singaporean). However, the government should be a bit more relax about opposition parties and some of the tactics used to suppress them are morally doubtful and not necessary. The opposition parties, as far as I can see, have not come up with a good alternative and so most people will still support PAP anyway.

[@hoifeikwok7457]

@@AndyMBurgess And Brexit may not be a bad thing. I personally will prefer a looser cooperation with EU (a bit like the ASEAN). EU now consists of countries with vastly different economies and needs. Trying to enforce the same policies will be too burdensome. Brexit is now a mess because the remainers and remainer MPS will not accept the vote and do not believe the country can survive out of EU. Have a bit more self belief. Singapore can make it out of Malaysia. Why can't UK? Setting aside, the problem of UK, as a democracy, is that political parties are trying to please the electorate rather than doing what is right for the country in the long term. You can see it in the current election campaign, even the country is deep in debt, every party offers to fund this and fund that, very often by borrowing. Singapore's constitution will not allow that. Any government must balance their book over the term (from one election to another). This helps to prevent politicians to bribe the electorate. (as a Singaporean living in UK)

[@Jordantzd]

Andy Burgess do head down to the HDB HQ(?) building in Toa Payoh in future. I think they release information on masterplans for the future (30-40 years) ahead. Infrastructural changes and all that. So yeah, very forward looking country

[@msb12]

Andy Burgess Do you support brexit

[@birdhasnomotivation]

Who here is Singaporean and just watched this to see how ppl think of Singapore. l V

[@crosbyong]

Thank you for your kind comments. Our survival is probably what drives us, and thankfully, our founding leaders worked resolutely to enable us to achieve what we’ve achieved, thus far. However, like everywhere else, we’re not perfect. Hopefully, we’ll continue to grow be a sustainable city where people can live respectfully, harmoniously and peacefully together. As you’ve rightly mentioned, we have almost no natural resources (except human resources) and are literally dependent on others in many ways. This will always present challenges to us. For the sake of our future generations, I hope we’ll continue to mature and be positively contrarian to preserve the tremendous socioeconomic geopolitical infrastructural that we have. PS, if you’re ever back and want to interact with locals for additional perspective, I’ll be happy to help.

[@AndyMBurgess]

Thank you Crosby for this great comment. Would love that next time, thanks!

[@jefft5672]

Why there are foreigners beating up our local taxi drivers? Drunk and never pay. Trying to escape ? And bullying the security guards? No regards for our laws? Why???

[@Sandaayyyy]

A well researched, interesting and respectful video! Its so nice to hear a foreigner’s view of Singapore and the video quality is top notch too:) Best video on visiting Singapore I’ve seen so far hope you enjoyed your time here!

[@endi4654]

Wow. The cinematics, the narrative, graphics.. Top notch production. Hats out to you!

[@AndyMBurgess]

Thanks, Muhammad. Glad you enjoyed it. I have a few others in a playlist called "Stay Curious" that you might also enjoy in that case 😬

[@centrepiecefurnishing8322]

This is so informative! We are a reupholstery sofa local business at a workshop and have worked with many UK expats. Simply love how friendly UK are in Singapore.

[@davidliu2243]

2:50 every Singaporean's question at the back of their heads xD

[@smilefenn4813]

David Liu HAHAAH f u c k

[@davidliu2243]

fenn oof.

[@Leaftigger]

... I'm the one that wears a jacket at whatever temperature in Singapore

[@Insorainity]

Me: *laughs in wears sweatpants and long sleeves in singapore*

[@Insorainity]

@@Leaftigger same I wear sweatpants and Long sleeves in singapore...... until I stopped going out and now rarely even buys long sleeves and sweatpants because my mom said I looked terrible😭

[@kahheng9635]

I'm a Singaporean and I can't believe there's still stuff I'm learning from your videos. Well done!

[@feili1316]

Thanku for liking our country as we love it dearly. Yes indeed. Our founding father Mr Lee Kuan Yew is a giant in all our hearts and we endear him dearly. Thank you for paying respect to him by mentioning him. Without him.. There will never be a Singapore.

[@francesmatthews8753]

Yes, l truly admire the founder of Singapore, Mr Lee Juan Yew. He worked hard for the people of Singapore. Miss him dearly..

[@yoonhosong1385]

Fantastic video man, production quality is top notch. Really surprised your channel isn’t bigger.

[@jiyongiesleftpinky1672]

i wish people knew that this is all the “pretty” side of Singapore. students are struggling to settle down. we work so hard, only to watch our money flow down the drain because everything here is super expensive. we are known as a “harmonious” country but we constantly have racial tensions within one another. don’t get me wrong i love my country, but i wish people knew that living in the 3rd richest country also has it’s downsides. we’re constantly drained.

[@sophiec2120]

I know, I always struggled in school but I've moved from Singapore to Canada and the work level is a lot better and there isn't much strain

[@limyilin2812]

You’re wrong bro

[@limyilin2812]

Generally he’s right as he’s taking everything in consideration but you’re pointing out specifics

[@sophiec2120]

@@limyilin2812 which is still an important part of Singapore

[@jiyongiesleftpinky1672]

lim yi lin i didn’t say he was wrong. he IS right. i love all the research he has done on Singapore but all i said was i wish people knew the ugly side of this country.

[@WYZJayson]

Being of Singaporean descent, I can say with confidence that you've done an amazing job with this production. A lot of the statistics are spot on! I'll look forward in viewing your other productions!

[@chengwailiau7203]

Keep doing your thing Andy; your editing is amazing! With love, from Singapore :) Not just because this is a video about Singapore, but honestly, the quality of the video is (using my local way of saying) "Solid lah" 👍

[@AndyMBurgess]

Thanks Cheng! That's so nice of you, I hope you enjoy the future videos :)

[@wavecentral]

Great video. Been travelling regularly to Singapore since the early 80s. I would put the transformation of the country as faster than 54 years - by the mid-90s Singapore was already well and truly a first world country. From 3rd world to first in 30 years is pretty impressive.

[@NowhereMenTV]

Learned so much from this video, and also raises so many questions. There's almost some cognitive dissonance about the value system of Singapore vs. the US where we are from. Need to learn more. Thanks for producing such a thoughtful video!

[@Growthunlimited]

Why don't you put it into some concrete question here in the comments? I trust that a lot of Singaporean will pass by and give you some insight into what it is. Many Singaporeans study, work or travel extensively all over the world.

[@moonsister3515]

Quite an acurate dipiction of Singapore. Good job to you. Hope you publicise gour next trip here.

[@rahmanabdul2267]

As singaporean, I can verify, the information in your video is highlight accurate!, great job!!!

[@RobPlumb]

Wow you certainly did your research, excellent amount you managed to cover in 10 minutes. I’ve been visiting Singapore for over 15 years and constantly researching what makes it such an amazing place. Every time I visit I discover and learn something new.

[@cmonachino]

This was top notch, man! Definitely adding Singapore to the “must travel” list👌🏼

[@AndyMBurgess]

Monachino!!! Thanks man, 100% do, if you're ever taking a long trip and need to have a layover try do it in SG and take a day or two to look around. More than enough time

[@leongyet9896]

Singaporeans welcome you!

[@davidliu2243]

We'll be waiting for you!

[@keretaman]

Come, come! Our food is yours!

[@25_kylie16]

The Merlion will be gone 😭

[@TheSIGHTREADINGProject]

Really well presented. Loved the footage and thought your discussion was well balanced - Regarding Garden City - There is a wonderful book Garden City Singapore - The Legacy of Lee Kuan Yew. Everything was planned to provide beauty and shade. Consideration was also given to green 'corridors' to enable wild life to move around without feeling exposed. They even considered constructing a flame around street lights for plants to grow up, but this was found to be uneconomical when the streetlamp needed maintenance or to be replaced. There is a particular kind of vine which was named the Lee Kuan Yew creeper. When you see vines hanging down from buildings or growing up gantries holding up expressways, it is no random coincidence. They tried many vines out before finding one which could withstand the fierce heat and still grow up concrete. Similarly with trees, for example down the middle of roads and alongside pavements you will see many 'rain trees'. These were identified because of the large canopy and shade they provide. Once you begin looking you might also notice that plumeria (frangipani) are planted at cross roads where their flowers provide welcome colour. I'm in awe of this Island and of the work and thought that has gone into making it what it is in such a short space of time. I've spent nine happy years here.

[@Thebass26]

Your editing is superb man, you've got a new subscriber from a fellow singaporean..👍👍

[@AndyMBurgess]

Thanks dude!! So glad you liked it enough to subscribe 😬

[@tbnpTP2711]

great video mate, as a singaporean student this is really an eye opener and when someone on the outside is observing and thinking about Singapore they always show it as a holiday or just a stop-over. But you’ve managed to capture all the good and many of the bads in a very comprehensive and visually pleasing video 🤩. If u ever come back, u should totally talk to more locals!

[@dennisng3786]

One of the best video I’ve ever seen! Very well done

[@AndyMBurgess]

Yo Dennis, that's a crazy lovely comment to hear! I'm stoked you enjoyed it!

[@r.perrie2032]

I'm sharing this video with my students! One of the more well balanced, well researched and well shot videos of our home country.

[@sayurik]

Thank you for the amount of research you’ve put into this! This was very in depth and accurate compared to an analysis from a casual tourist. Hope you’ll come back to Singapore soon! ☺️

[@frozenizevon6801]

Nicely filmed and storyboard it's clear. Tbh, as a Singaporean, I never thought about the air flow part in the infrastructure consideration... Interesting! I learnt smthg new about my own country from u. 😊

[@sbs2798uu]

Appreciate you putting in the effort to find out the little details about Singapore such as our political system and pollution from Indonesia

[@AndyMBurgess]

My pleasure, I love the story of Singapore as was fascinated to find out more

[@leograce7734]

An absolutely delightful watch! As a local, I think it’s always fascinating to listen to a foreigner’s POV of Singapore. The research was amazingly done and there are definitely pros and cons but I reckon every country has that as well. Regardless, I do appreciate what we have in Singapore. Also, loving your editing style!!! Absolutely splendid.

[@欧阳霖峰]

wow your production value is OUT OF THIS WORLD!

[@KingYongHong]

Thank you for this wonderful video about my beautiful country Singapore 🇸🇬. I love it!

[@SCP-up4ot]

"Education in SG is great" Me : getting 60% overall for all terms

[@Leaftigger]

Shhh I nearly failed :)

[@SCP-up4ot]

@@Leaftigger big oof well, gl for whatever major exam u take next, PSLE, O or A levels my guy.

[@airilyyy]

Me: Straight Us for my econs HAHAHAH

[@SinSnxpes]

The student stress here is bullshit imo wtf so many people commit suicide cuz of it here

[@havenprice]

50-60% here is like 90% overseas. About a year ahead or something like that so I heard

[@zyrob3435]

Thank you for this video! It's always nice to see a youtube vlogger genuinely researching and understanding a country without bringing in his preconceived notions. I would just like to make some minor clarifications though. The haze situation is indeed bothersome but it doesn't happen every year. The last time it happened was 4 years ago. Thankfully the haze only lasted for about a week or so this year and the rain washed it away quickly. Singaporeans respect LKY a lot because he dedicated his whole life to Singapore and we owe our success to him and his team of ministers. But you won't see any monument dedicated to him in Singapore as he was against personality cults, believing that they impede the growth of the country.

[@leongyet9896]

Welcome to Singapore Glad that you like it and thank you for the kind words. We are not perfect but we will keep improving. Hope you can visit us again soon!

[@AndyMBurgess]

I will be back!

[@ShawnKoh]

Wow such a great short documentary on Singapore! Love the way the whole story was edited and told. Information was good and accurate and u really took time to know our country before making this video! Loved it! Subscribed!!!!

[@catorui]

the filming is beautiful ! this is a cinematic masterpiece 🥺💞

[@Jnightingale_]

One of the best anf accurate video of Singapore as a Singaporean perspective. Thank you.

[@lucaschahuneau7612]

What a video man! That was as good as a Vox Borders episode. Amazing quality and really interesting topic 👏

[@AndyMBurgess]

Damn, what a compliment. 😱Thanks a lot Lucas glad you enjoyed the topic

[@lovemesomeisha8024]

man you're amazing the amount of EFFORT and SKILL that went into this was unbelievable. this video definitely made me feel proud as a singaporean. thank you for giving our country its appreciation and respect

[@wandereview]

I am amazed by your editing skill. Solid! New fan here :)

[@AndyMBurgess]

Thanks dude!!!!

[@xmarkspot]

As a millennial from Singapore, I thank you for such a wonderful video on my city. You've given me a unique perspective about my country and new knowledge I didn't even know. Keep up the great work!

[@cooper1819]

Great video you did really summarize Singapore. Hope you have another chance to visit to do more videos here. And here is some explanations to some of your doubts in Singapore. Since Lee Kuan Yew was top Cambridge trained lawyer, he used the rule of law to drive some of the changes in behavior and values. And many of the laws were introduce when Singapore was very much third-world, had bad habits and was very poor. So there are tough laws on littering, keeping the place clean including not eating and drinking inside MRT. The high taxes on cars is one way to "tax the rich" and channel the revenue to building world-class public transport for rest of population. There is also high "sin tax" on alcohol and cigarettes to discourage these habits. On trust of government is delivered in sort of empowering way. Unlike elsewhere, like UK, with high income taxes and "trusting their government" to redistribute well. Singapore focus on self (Individual) financing instead state redistribution - The CPF is compulsory comprehensive savings plan for retirement, healthcare, housing and even tertiary education for their children. This forced savings of 37% monthly wages of limit SGD 6,000 per month wages helps to finance the key personal financial obligations, enabling relatively low income & corporate tax rates. Individuals have personal freedoms within limited choice to choose where to allocate their money. Lastly on freedom of speech, there is need to provide facts and evidence rather than opinions. There is against law to criticize another race and religion, you can say good things. This help maintain social harmony in multi racial and religion society. And more importantly, keeping religion and race outside of politics. I think this aspect is often overlooked by visitors to Singapore, looking at the greenery, buildings, food, shopping... is one of few places with different religious places share the same street(s).

[@AndyMBurgess]

Calvin thank you so much for all this detail. This is what I love about KZbin that we can all share this knowledge here in the comments

[@danbakes9602]

Glad that you liked singapore. Hope you enjoyed the amazing variety of food available here. We don't have a lot of natural wonders to offer and Andy, We're quite far from perfect, but we try to make the most of what we have and try to move forward in a way that we will not become obsolete on the world stage.

[@jeffstroud8298]

This is great Andy! You've done a wonderful job putting this together. Understanding the system of the country, it's innovations in sustainable living etc.

[@AndyMBurgess]

Cheers Jeff 👊

[@aegis408]

The time spent on this video just deserved you a subscriber

[@jemchan]

Thanks for loving my country!

[@hsmloverzanesssa]

SUBSCRIBED!!! I love how you present Singapore objectively yet insert your own opinions without offense or shoving your own values down. I love that you bothered to research properly on the background of our history, infrastructure, etc too!!! Makes me appreciate Singspore a little bit more :-)

[@spacedweeb4351]

Why does the footage here look so much better and cleaner than where I live- And I like how you call it subway instead of MRT like me lol-

[@potatimonster]

Thank you so much for this video Andy! As a Singaporean, I am rly proud of my country n I rly appreciate you for reading up our history n explaining our culture so well! This quality of this video is amazing, shots are beautiful!! You’ve earned a sub:)

[@MatthewVandeputte]

Those hypers though!! Great video dude!

[@AndyMBurgess]

All on the DJI OSMO pocket 😱

[@Marcus.and.Chelsey.]

Love the drone shots of my city man. Glad to know you enjoyed this city :)

[@basso2012]

I think this is your best video so far bro! Amazing 🙌🏼🙌🏼 great job as always 😎🤜🏼

[@AndyMBurgess]

Thank you Angelo. I’m really happy with this one, glad you enjoyed it

[@BltchErica]

I really wanna go there, it's so dreamy, but it's a shame they don't really have any completely natural spaces like mountains and meadows since it's so small, and I think it would feel a bit suffocating after a while, but the fact that the city is so green makes it way more bearable.

[@木可-r8v]

There's no mountain but there are many nature parks and trails full of flora and fauna that you will be amazed. The free roaming otters, wild boars, Iguanas and even crocodiles that you can easily sight, not to mention that the botanical garden is part of UNESCO's world heritage.

[@26diggo13]

Thank u this really helped me on my homework

[@keretaman]

Hey man thank you very much for this video. Really grateful for all the research and work put into this. I didn't even know about the buildings being built according to the wind. As a Singaporean, I'm very happy about this video!

[@jonhattan.beatbox]

7:02 i have never heard that rule that u cant sing on the train

[@Insorainity]

Same I have literally heard people blasting music in there but not too loud

[@salbenrosli707]

Err... Just now someone sang CNY song in the train and never get caught.

[@joannasoh8633]

@@salbenrosli707 i mean... the people must have enjoyed then :)

[@warbler4954]

Great to see the comments section being so civilised! Exactly the Singapore the world wants to see!

[@BlackForesterSUV]

Awesome video on a great city of the future. But this comes at a price where western politics critic a lot on how this island is being govern. Fortunately, it has been punching above its belt and today, it is well recognised globally as the best and most competitive country to do biz with by WEF. Result of a govt with vision and accountability.

[@AndyMBurgess]

Hey thanks for sharing this comment with everyone, that's great news to hear about it's biz success. Can't wait to come back 🇸🇬

[@mirmured]

I'm so glad this was in my recommended videos! I'm from Singapore and thank you for making this amazing video. Your editing skills are top-notch!!

[@CiaraHillyerVlogs]

Oh, this is cracking. Well done my friend.

[@AndyMBurgess]

Thank you dude!!!

[@someonesaveme6179]

I am a Singaporean myself and im happy to see that u enjoyed urself so much in Singapore. And that u searched up so much and knowing so much our past. And it amazing that u are trying to blend in into the city. I hope that u will come back to Singapore and discover the hidden parts of Singapore :)

[@ahbong5823]

this video is so underrated, you should be getting more views and proud to be a singsoorean

[@anonymousperson6713]

I think your channel is just too underrated considering that you make really good content covering about travel and other countries. I really love your cinematography and the way you narrate the video. Keep up the good work! 👍🏻 I need more travel videos from you

[@AndyMBurgess]

Thank you! New one coming in the next week or so

[@phy8822]

Impressive video editing! Great work.

[@AndyMBurgess]

Thanks Phy, glad you liked the edit 👊

[@NavyAng]

Please make more vids. Maybe even about Singapore. Your content is one of the best I’ve seen. Its awesome!

[@p72029]

Hey! Andy , this Lovely video clip is the best by far I've watched... To me , Singapore is a Socialist Democracy , a philosophy work on within the framework of a liberty democratic political a Capitalist mixed Economy. Economically efficient but politically unpopular. ( but we accepted it) 91.50 % of Singaporean has a roof over your head and financially average of us is doing alright, so no complaints or making noise abt it. A well presented and on point video...Thks! Mate

[@AndyMBurgess]

Hey Philip thanks for watching and for this great comment on the democracy

[@omni3910]

how do you only have 2.7k subs, amazing video editing and visuals keep it up!

[@K_Shuuji]

I'm not sure if it's just me but everytime the haze comes to Singapore, my whole class would just wish the PSI would go up so we don't have to go to school lmao

[@Leaftigger]

HAHAHA I'm the type that just prays to which ever god to raise the PSI

[@bobisded6498]

Aye same

[@airilyyy]

Meanwhile the JC students continue to go to school even when PSI reach hazardous levels🤣🤣

[@jessiejessie2596]

I really appreciate how you make it a point to dive into the history of Singapore and learn about who and what made our city state what it is today, i absolutely love this video about my country!! Thank you for all the accurate information

[@belinda8304]

I am extremely proud to be a Singaporean, and I am also EXTREMELY grateful to Lee Kuan Yew for his amazing and wonderful contributions. Fun fact, Lee Kuan Yew's son is now Singapore's prime minister :) Anyways, I really enjoyed this video and love from Singapore! It was a bummer that u came during the haze period, the air is normally extremely fresh :) Anyways, hope you enjoyed your experience in Singapore! 🇸🇬🇸🇬

[@matthcw]

Awesome video. It’s great that even someone so far across the world can put his time effort and care and appreciate Singapore. Amazing speech and amazing research done on Singapore, awesome video. Keep up the great work