Kate Bush - Them heavy people

[@nijmegen1964]

Great singer, song-writer, dancer, producer, choreographer, non-publicity seeking and an all round wonderful entertainer. Truly one of a rare breed that makes her so special.

[@BedlamAndBones]

One of the most original artists that ever lived. I love her so much!!!

[@jkoff76]

While I can't call myself a Kate Bush fanatic. I can't think of an artist I respect more than her. You can tell she is a totally representation of her own artistic sensibilities. Yes, you can tell from her songwriting and her performances that she studied the right people. But to be able to synthesize those influences into original material and have the conviction to stick to her guns! Record executives probably called her all sort of of names behind her back. She is truly fearless and modern female artists owe her a debt of gratitude.

[@patriciathewisher2315]

A true artist

[@patriciathewisher2315]

Amazing that ppl these days go pay hundreds to see Madonna shakin her skinny ass n singing (sic) badly

[@DeanOrff]

I agree with all that -- Plus I'm a Kate Bush Fanatic !! :) .. Her Ninth Wave medley of the Hounds of Love album alone is one of the greatest pieces of music ever written in the history of mankind....IMHO.

[@leoboyle]

This is a rare classic ! I remember watching this, acutely, as a child, when it first appeared on TV (It was 1979, on Kate's own TV special). I was allowed to watch it, as my parents already had the first two albums on vinyl and played them often. What do I remember most about it? The dance routine. A female singer and two "Heavies" in trenchcoats and hats. And that swinging light bulb! I was four years old and that indelible memory lingered on for decades to come. We didn't have a video recorder back then and DVDs and digitial streaming was a long way in the future, so it was just my memory that replayed that performance, leaving it's mark. Kate continued to be a huge inspiration to me, even at an early age!

[@intuitivediane]

Wow what a truly beautiful memory. Love it.

[@chrischoppas]

In 1978 The Kick Inside Cassette was what I played over and over again to the unborn twins.Now one of the twins aged 34 to this day still loves this being my fav ever album of all time - still playin you kate-thank you for your music from Perth Western Australia xx

[@areyoureceivingme]

This was THE song that made me sit up as a child and say I am going to start buying records!

[@leehitchman5648]

AttractiveCo this song woke me up in 1979

[@lemonkooler]

All of Kate's videos are so theatrical and dramatic, and a PERFECT compliment to her music, which is also dramatic and full of emotion and heart. I feel like every Kate song/album could be its own Broadway show!

[@elmobolan4274]

We were an Americans family stationed in England back in the late 70s.....thats where I was 1st introduced to her music when they played her videos on Top of the Pops, her music was and is amazing!!!!

[@hatchetinhead]

Amazing voice! Not just a voice a cabaret performer also

[@LorraineAshby]

Kate so delicate but such a force of nature.......

[@albertchavez2693]

+Lorraine Ashby You are spot on about Kate Bush , one only one Kate :)

[@albertchavez2693]

Hi its been a long time my sister Lorraine How are you and your loved ones

[@LorraineAshby]

***** Everyone seems to be fine - life has it's ups and downs - spread the joy when it's up and grit your teeth when it's down lol!! How about you dear Cesar - how is life treating you?

[@tracehazarrrrd]

I love Kate Bush. I only found out about her a year ago, but about 3 months in I bought everything I could find of her on vinyl. She somehow touches an ethereal spot in my soul, she makes me yearn for talent and nostalgia. She really makes me think of the wonders of childhood, her voice carries a kind of child-like wonder. I'm at once extremely attracted to her and in awe of her artistic genius. The world needs more artists like this!!!

[@babyblue1878]

No one could come within a country mile, Talent, Imagination, Beauty, She had the lot!! No one will ever better this!! :)

[@DAYGLOUKNOUKNO]

KATE KATE KATE....Launched at 17...18???? with a talent uncomparable.....a voice untouchable.....and a beauty of rare proportion.....man this goddess is the whole package....she raised the bar for female pop stars back in 1978..and still no one comes close.....THANK U FOR BEING A RECORDING ARTIST AND SHARING YOUR TALENT WITH US...WE R THE LUCKY ONES.....AND WE KNOW IT!!!!!!!! KATE EVEN OWNS ALL HER OWN MUSIC AND NOT THE RECORD COMPANY..THIS WAS HER FAMILYS CHOSEN METHOD SINCE DAY 1..1 WORD..WOW

[@rxd1979]

WOW! The moves from about 1:04 till 1:19. It's priceless. I start studying on them. She is really one of a kind.

[@googleposti]

Amazing! I have an old compact cassette that is about 30 years old. All the song titles and band names are missing. This was one of the songs but I would have guessed she was the singer! Now it makes sense when I listen to this. By the way, Kate Bush is the greatest female popular music artist of all time. IMHO.

[@bigmagic96]

I was at one of the Bham shows and still remember what a triumph it was. Kate deservedly gets the credit but i'd like to congratulate her band aswell. They have never put a foot wrong, when it really mattered, and have made an unmeasurable contribution to the Kate phenomenon.

[@wasabuful]

Fascinating fascinating fascinating woman.

[@jayman181]

Heard this in 1979 during my college days at UGA, Athens GA. Had a "heavy friend" in my Drama class, and this was her "Anthem". She did a dance routine along with singing it, and brought the house down, and got a standing ovation from us all! She was kind of a female John Belushi, highly animated and physical for her degree of "plumpness". Amazingly sexy to watch her do this routine, so I guess Kate's lyrics were spot on with: "I must work on my mind, for now I realize, Everyone of us, has a heaven inside". So true!

[@hyrdrogenalpha]

To see her doing this song on Saturday Night Live in1979... I bought her album the next day!

[@munsterfloyd]

OMG she is so good. This is a gem of a performance. Thanks for posting.

[@sebastianrodriguez2934]

I love her first record dearly. The arrangemets may be the best ever laid to a Pop record. Needless to say that she is matchess.

[@jalaneperry7643]

I saw this video on top of the pops In 1978 when i was living with my Uncle william Perry and i remember when it first aired i was 14 years old in 1978 living in my Uncle's house 1 and 2 Oakland's Cottages in Allington Lane. The older generation in my group Except my mom didn't like her music I remember my aunt winnie pike Didn't like kate bush she called her Screecher my moms cousin Winnie pike said everytime Screecher comes on totps she turned the tv off. I found myself doing that when Jonnie Mathis and Denise Williams Sang too much too little too late Singing its over it used to drive me Nuts on a little transistor radio

[@Fakieflps]

When most people were copying each other then, Kate and her music really stood out.

[@floydave]

i agree with you. been listening to kate since 77. quality lasts. how many of todays so called singers will be around in 30 years. she is class

[@iheartsupernatural]

i grew up on kate bush, and shes beautiful. and a magical singer. I could never compare anyone to her.

[@soflophoto]

Kate Bush was always on the cutting edge of music. This song clearly illustrates that. With a little fidgety studio magic, "BAM" this thirty year old song could be in the top 10 today!

[@Neptuneman07]

This is another reason why I love Kate soooo much. The dance moves are fanstastic.

[@hongkongfooyHAZE]

the brilliant kate bush... magnificent.

[@jasonsbrain2]

I remember seeing her perform this song on the American TV show "Saturday Night Live" in the late 70's. I was about 14 at the time. She also sang "The Man With the Child In His Eyes" sitting cross-legged on a grand piano. That was my introduction to Kate Bush. No one in the USA had heard of her yet, and I think it was her first appearance on American television.

[@halvaman3]

ive never seen this before. you are a real talent kate. and yes them heavy people have been occupying my mind for years too. love you

[@stevepaul6955]

In 1978, Kate appeared on Saturday night live where she performed this song which went over the heads of the people who were expecting to see someone like Pat Benatar or Laura Branigan. People in America didn't pick up on Her which is unfortunate because She's absolutely brilliant.

[@antonspivack3928]

+Dan Coronado She performed in December 1978, in the fourth season. She sang "The Man with the Child in His Eyes" first, kneeling on a piano, and this second, wearing a hat and trenchcoat.

[@DeeDeeRanged]

I was a 16 year old kid that was mesmerized by Kate Bush, that Saturday Night Live performace was the first I had ever heard of her. I have been a fan ever since. Kate Bush rates somewhere in the top five of my all time favorite artists.

[@jayman181]

+Steve Paul Absolutely agree with you. Kate was a singular phenomenon, in vocal ranges, and theatrical elements in her shows. Americans (most of them anyway) didn't know what to make of her, or how to classify her. She didn't fit into any "genre" they had ever experienced. And that's precisely why I found her so marvelous and mystifying. She was simply "Kate". Beautiful inside and out! Exquisite!

[@RUDYNATACHA]

+Steve Paul I saw that show but I was already a huge fan.

[@stevepaul6955]

+RUDYNATACHA I have to say, I rediscovered Kate many years later and I'm glad I did. She's great.

[@healfdeane]

Wow, she's mesmerizing. You barely notice those backing-dancer's faces until she's out of shot near the end. Great vid.

[@laalki80]

Just can't help but smile when watching Kate :D

[@Spankypenguin1]

Before Kate's ground breaking the state of music for female "pop" singers was dire. Her lead gave record company bosses and producers the courage to let their vocalists loose.

[@HarryFlowerrs]

Beautiful,talented and English-the perfect combination!

[@rickytleg]

Half Irish!

[@RicardoMartinez-jy5lo]

Look at the British culture now!

[@Immasx]

Kate was is and will be one of the most brilliant musical artists Ever.

[@Laroling]

This video is timeless. Kate Bush is timeless :).

[@Neptuneman07]

The best musician and the most beautiful woman on earth!!!!

[@dma33]

Kate bush is one of the greatest, agree with you i couldn't give a toss what its all about, just love her to bits.

[@chrismiller9962]

Developed a crush on Kate Bush the first time I saw a video!(ExperimentIV) ! Any time I need a lift, I listen to Kate's music and my day is suddenly better! She is the sexiest and most talented woman to ever perform in the music industry! She is one of a kind! No one before or since can compare to this amazingly beautiful and original artist!

[@baratheda777]

Agreed!

[@jackgriffin4530]

Me too, the first time I saw her on MTV...that was a long time ago

[@VeronicaMartinez-hx9sj]

I started studying George Gurdjieff back when I was in college just because of this song. This woman literally changed my life with her music! Thank God for putting her on this Earth.

[@mariajukejax9649]

Romantic, poetic, beautiful and enigmatic lady. Hugely talented. Inspired me greatly.

[@fabricelegascoin2485]

I love this video. Only discovered it this year. So fresh, original and funny. I was listening to the song in the early eighties but never saw it on TV at the time. Thanks for posting it!

[@joeoconnor5400]

Thank you for this. I have not heard this version for years!

[@badwolf1234]

i can listen to her songs sooo many times a day and i never get tired of them like i do with other songs

[@laikalynx]

Such a great actress / dancer / singer / writer! UGH.

[@stayjit1]

Great video.great performance. great chereography. great music and song.. (sniff) I lurv her.

[@whu58]

This is Kate at her most expressive!,..........what a great talent she is!

[@35sixer]

Always loved Kate Bush.. I did not know she had a new album out.. glad she kept going.. so under rated in her time..

[@maxshade6936]

I adore this ladies music. Its such a shame we do not see her that often.

[@Vandal49]

I never saw this before. Man, this is all kinds of craziness. Go Kate!

[@Erictheeviltwin]

SO beautiful!

[@meriel5240]

wow, just look at her- she was no heavy person at all and those lyrics are timeless. I just love that foxy kate

[@mongoosie]

I love the dance-fight at the end.. it looks like fun!

[@Grotomode]

Wow, all that in one single shot and its brilliant.

[@rapharapha1]

I love her moves! xD She's a GREAT singer! Divine! *-*

[@crimsonkng1]

She's so cute. One of my favorite Kate songs.

[@ekaminska8]

Awesome artist!!

[@beelen1112]

oh Kate Bush.. impressive...still smashing ! Wow...Full of respect for you..!!

[@shupdawupidy]

watching in 2019 still amazing :)

[@cosmicheather]

most inspirational person ever and also best facial expressions ever

[@DavidDatura]

So happy go lucky here - wonderful!

[@imaginary92]

One of the best artists ever...

[@earthpet]

I saw her perform this on Saturday Night Live in the U.S. in 1978. It was strange and unforgettable. I didn't think about her much until I saw the Live at the Hammersmith Odeon performance on t.v. in the mid 80s. I became a fan then. BTW, planking at 02:13.

[@wonenergy]

Kate is the ultimate performer...true genius.

[@northlakes34]

she is fantastic i aint heard this one for ages

[@stluno]

100 comments in 1 year and almost all (including #100) ecstatic about both the song and the video, works of art in the best sense. The song was a high point of the first album, which was a succession of high points, and the video really amplifies the song by embodying both the exhiliration and the comic intensity of that initial encounter with new ideas. Genius inded, of the rarest sort.

[@JoelLessing]

An amazing song..I saw a performance of this live 20-25 years ago and never knew the name of the song until her name popped up in an unrelated search on You-Tube. I've never forgotten that opening lyric "Rolling the Ball..."

[@eggy1962]

yes i have that 4track ep, this track plus james and the cold gun a big wow sound for live performance

[@LeBronistheKIng]

This song is about spiritual awakening through the words of great teachers

[@paulwall1981]

She is like a wingless angel, with a voice and look to match. She should be reguared as pop star for the masess and should never leave our hearts and minds.

[@MrGGinblack]

Kate, your forever Fabulous!! I love you since Wuthering Heights and it will never end!

[@Morganasnotarobot0]

❤️❤️❤️So beautiful Kate! in Wuthering Heights! ❤️ 💘💘One Of her Greatest Ballads & Beautiful Dancing! 💖💃💃💃💖💖Xxxxxxxx lovely! As! Always And... ⭐FoREVer!!!⚟⭐ Rockkk On Kate! Great Peformer! Beautiful✨ Vocalist! Love Y'all! 🌄 Cheers! ✨Have A Great day! Beautiful Nite! ✨ 🌙 ✨ 🌛✨🌛Y'all Best Wishes For Kate's Songs Of Beautiful Melody! 🎶 ⭐ FoREVer⚟ ⭐ L O V E !

[@zack11993]

Me too! We were huddled together like sardines on the train today and I'm sure they could hear me listening to Don't Push Your Foot On The Heartbrake!

[@floydave]

brill. i,d crawl over broken glass to see her live. please kate tour one last time please

[@clickbaitcabaret8208]

"I love the beauty of rare innocence. " I love that lyric.

[@Rogapol]

I love this version. God know what the clip was all about....

[@msqared80]

I've never seen Kate have 'fun' before and play. oh, god bless her!

[@DebbyTessy]

I could listen it the whole day if i don't must to go to school because it's such a great song! Every song of her by the way

[@bolder2009]

Kate is endlessly fascinating!

[@xalias1982]

OMFG this video is absofuckinglutely fantastic what a concept!!! what a performance!!!

[@lgb4788]

neat performance and so creative....

[@hansiwalker]

An outstanding song and an amazing video. A real gem!

[@Pacquaio]

haven't seen this in an awfully long time still great after all these beers etc

[@deltic1964]

Ive listened to kate before her famous hits as some people would say but for me shes a huge hit from her first to the last :)

[@jeffblack5024]

These glimpses of Kate live that most of us didn't get to see confirm how great she was and how huge she could have been. Please come back to the stage.

[@Neptuneman07]

In a few words: The best female singer!

[@Buckblacket]

Her songs are just so varied unlike a lot of artists who are a bit samey-samey. A true sign of talent if ever there was one.

[@uzzunov]

*Pure and authentic form of Art = Kate Bush*

[@PlantbasedRooster]

December 24 Kate music stands the test of time Still brilliant 👏

[@Chomin35]

Additive video, song and woman: Kate Bush is big; love her from many years ago

[@dalethomas2466]

I just love how at 2:03 she goes from the cutest face in the history of the universe to a hard-as-nails, don't-mess-with-this-bitch grimace in an instant.

[@francoisnoufnouf8347]

What an artist !!

[@williamwellington8668]

Unique. ..........love her to bits........

[@neilmalloy5830]

kate is gorgeouse and i love all her music she will always be a favorite

[@3lisa]

I love the dancing hehe!

[@TheOrientalNightFish]

Its so refreshing to see a female star with a sense of humour! Shes so deliciously charming, sensual without being deliberate or lurid, exquisite, playful and captivating! God bless her, true true talent! ;-)

[@ccm800]

there is so much substance to just the music and lyric that everything else is secondary - so unlike many artists who are all schtick.

[@darrinmam]

right on!! you nailed it!!

[@theglowisred]

once again. superb.

[@MrFRANK5678]

haven't seen this for years - I think this is the routine from her 1979 tour - I was lucky to see one of the concerts