Rick Astley - Never Gonna Give You Up (Glastonbury 2023)

[@staticmonkey8436]

The security doing that synchronized dance was honestly one of the best parts of this video!😂

[@m1t2a1]

My money is on the dancers that know how to shake it.

[@pseudopuppy160]

came here to say the same thing!!

[@spacenerd9499]

Best performance of the day!

[@Cat-es9op]

Yeiiiii love it! 😍👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🤣

[@zaldum386]

woke bs

[@tmalone2530]

People use the phrase “aged like wine” loosely but this guy is the best example. This song is almost FOUR DECADES old and his voice still sounds amazing if not better.

[@babalonkie]

Smooth, comes to mind.

[@mattsmith1173]

He's awesome...proper bloke not a dickhead like most of the "stars"

[@cheyenner.horner4443]

Rick Astley himself, aged like fine wine, as well

[@MrTmn2401]

I can only agree

[@donovan9564]

Rick Astley forever and ever

[@MilesVanlife]

Rick is so gracious. He’s not pretentious. The thing I noticed about this performance is he gives away everything to the audience and more importantly to the musicians/performers on the stage WITH him including the security and organizers. He’s such a class act. There are very few performers who do this.

[@EstebanFSoto]

He's a singer from another era, the artists from those times were built different

[@ginayoung130]

Agreed. He's a total class act. I have such a crush on the man! 🥰

[@ginayoung130]

@estebansoto9550 I have 2 words for you: Axl Rose. 2 more: Ozzy Osborne. The time period is irrelevant, you're either a humble decent person or you're Axl Rose.

[@EstebanFSoto]

@@ginayoung130 Oh, I apologize if I didn't quite explain myself there. See, what I was saying, I mean it more about the talent they showcase on stage. Yes, both Osborne and Rose weren't the best people exactly, but both Osborne and Rose were amazing performers aswell (at least when they actually put some effort to it) I can name various unforgettable gigs from the Gun's even though I don't really like their music. Those times, I feel like you had to be born with talent or put some serious effort to your music. Nowadays...not really.

[@ginayoung130]

@estebansoto9550 ahh okay, I do agree with you mostly. I definitely think most pop artists don't care to engage the audience and give them a great show. But I think a lot still do. Examples: Taylor Swift, Ethel Cain, Nothing but thieves and badflower (Both rock bands with great live performances), Hozier, Phoebe Bridgers, Noah Gundersen, even Miley Cyrus is a great singer and performer in my opinion

[@jamesrogers1554]

Rick is wild...the man has gone full circle from pop icon to joke meme to beloved singer in 40yrs.

[@pototoygaming23]

After you get rickrolled for more than 100 times,You know you love this song Rick is just a cool guy

[@therunawaykid6523]

Yeah ikr KZbin:hey wanna watch Rick Astley - never gonna give you up live from Glastonbury? Me: um…yes why not

[@MrJ0mmy]

im 32 and liked this song before it was rick roll

[@d3n122036]

When you like the song its a fabulous experience every time.

[@shesaesa]

@Bacon_Estea Heard him playing drums? Not his FIRST rodeo, I tell you....

[@GamerZ075]

What is Rick roll anyway it just fkng song

[@lineavictoria2631]

I find it insane how CLEARLY the crowd sang those lines together... thousands of people in unison ❤️

[@toadfan64]

Everyone from Boomers, to Gen X, and millenials have grown up with this song. We all know it by heart, no matter how old or young.

[@lineavictoria2631]

@@toadfan64 Exactly. Its so sweet 🥹

[@teresastolarskyj]

He probably thought so, too.

[@r_p_chuck]

It's just a British thing. Musical education on another level compared to other European countries. You can hear that on football stadiums too.

[@sjf1981]

With ease! And to perfection!

[@HaroldoCurti]

That's the vibe we need nowadays. Cheerful, happy, joyful, respectful... AND INSTRUMENT SOLOS.

[@MoPoppins]

Love Rick’s generosity in allowing his musicians to SHINE! ✨

[@RedBeardTattoo]

Agreed Brother, this is what the world needs. Was digging how security was dancing as well.....

[@mogacila]

this and more QOTSA

[@LexArias]

Yes🎉

[@piotrkanarek]

The question is... what respect means and wher are its boundaries?

[@nancy.nishino]

His voice is still so young 😭❤️

[@Notius]

More like he was already rocking that 40+ year old voice as a 20-something

[@lookingupwithwonder]

It's literally even better now!!!

[@MahiTanMazy]

He took like a 20 year break didn't he? So his vocal chords are probably still in good condition unlike other artists his age.

[@insanerhardstyle5872]

​@@MahiTanMazy and Thanks to one US. Marine who invented Rickroll he returned back as famous as ever

[@SatanSplainer]

Massive respect for this man for introducing his band like that!

[@christiandleyva9064]

A classy man indeed!

[@HangoverTelevision]

@TheLostAge well he knows without them he's just a singer.

[@wolvebuck]

The bassist fucking killed it too. What a performance.

[@thecustardguys]

A Queen solo ❤

[@eaglewolfzen]

​@@HangoverTelevision A lot of people are plenty epic with just their voices, but yes, it's like the magic of television, for whatever you don't see or at least don't notice is being done by someone with talent for your holistic entertainment experience.

[@ajcurran100]

Rick seems seems to be enjoying performing more now than he ever did in the 80’s. Was a joy to see him perform. He’s aged terrifically and his voice is fabulous ❤

[@blackwingvalleylover]

Looks great sounds great and love the solo he got out of the guitarist!

[@DieUnendlichkeit1]

Oh yes ❤ 👍 🤘

[@Argiriosk]

Indeed!!!

[@LSOK38]

I'll bet that he'll still be performing when he's in his 80's!!!!!!👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@EpicGamerzism]

It's so cool that Rick Astley completely embraced his status as a meme icon and that has allowed him to continue performing for huge audiences long after he had a couple hits almost 40 years ago

[@cngotham4111]

It helps that he actually had talent if he couldn't sing then he couldn't have continued his career.

[@xenogorwraithblade2538]

Can't drop a like on a magic number, but absolutely agreed. Fuck, I miss the old days of the web.

[@joeybaseball7352]

He got lucky by having a good meme. Not all memes are created equal. Some memes have destroyed people's lives.

[@RafitoOoO]

​@@joeybaseball7352his meme was just baiting people into his video. It was so inoffensive and he understood it and ran with it, another artist could've talked shit making it backfire.

[@tru3sk1ll]

Yeah, he didn't get all butthurt about it, he totally embraced it, what a chad, I love this guy, don't f around with Gen x

[@chayanbasu5790]

Just see the amount of people who genuinely wanted to hear him . That's a massive crowd for a legend❤

[@ryanjones8162]

Can we take a second to appreciate how immaculate the mix is. The sound engineers deserve props!

[@Dutch3DMaster]

Probably done afterwards with all tracks fully intact before processing through front-of-house. Yes, it absolutely still requires skills to mix it correctly, but I am fairly sure we are not looking at the exact live coverage, because there is a lot that can go wrong when mixing-for-television.

[@narinda108]

It’s shown “live” in fact with a good mix, probably a slight delay for getting it right, and censoring the odd f word in daytime

[@Fractalchemystical]

"Can we all just....?" NO. F*ck off.

[@chaycefletcher987]

They deserve an Oscar

[@jt.8144]

I agree!! Man this deserves an MP3 Audio Edit. Full Song. without the extra fill ins. 0:00 to 03:58

[@josemaria8177]

After being RickRolled a number of times, you just embrace Rick Astley

[@donwarrington4916]

1987 me hated being Rick rolled , it wasn't cool . 2023 me respects his journey and I don't give a shit what people think ...lol

[@TheAtticradio]

Totally !!

[@sarakissling93]

I've always liked him.

[@rosskgilmour]

It would be funny if Rick worked with another artist to Rick roll the festival.

[@gypsylee73]

Hell yeah. I rickroll myself to death

[@pip07200]

Really liked him back then, but honestly, of all the acts of the 80s, I didn't imagine then it'd be Rick Astley still getting crowds dancing what 35 years later ? Does put a smile on my face.

[@ronnybergersen]

I have been to a couple of "Back to the 80s" shows here in Norway with tons of acts on the bill. Rick Astley and Nik Kershaw always stands out. A lot of the other ones seem to just ble standing and waiting for the 5 min on stage to be over. While Rick and Nik (no pun intended) always puts on a good show and seem genuinly happy to be there.

[@tenthousanddaysofgratitude]

Too true.

[@bilogskii2216]

It's because people have been Rick rolled so many times that you just have to embrace it.

[@neilsun2521]

I bought his album on cassette from Woolworths as a kid and in fact I still have it! Somewhere...

[@MrPloxDa3rd]

Rick Astley must be protected at all costs

[@JonathanFann]

I'm not sure I would be able to do anything other than retire a song I wrote that became a meme. I massively respect Rick for just taking the ball and running with it. So much fun and makes me want to change my mindset about taking songwriting quite so seriously Keeping things fun! And letting his musicians have solos at Glastonbury. What a dude.

[@KB2HSH]

When you own the narrative...the joke...the punchline...you become untouchable. Compared to someone like Vanilla Ice that should have stopped like 25 years ago...legend, indeed.

[@JoelWende]

This is a man who walked away from millions upon millions of pounds because the industry weren’t allowing him to sing what he wanted to sing and he had the integrity to step away. He totally deserves this!

[@AmbivertFellow]

Why he left?

[@BossySwan]

@@AmbivertFellowhe finally decided to run around and desert the industry

[@TheGotoGeek]

@@AmbivertFellowHe hated being a pop star, and just wanted to be home with his wife and kids. So he literally had the limo that was taking him to the airport turn around. Canceled the tour and spent the next many years being a house husband. Absolute Legend.

[@Moledmc]

@@TheGotoGeek got something in my eye 🥲

[@jamescarr4662]

God i bet he is so 'underrated' and 'humble'? Go on, steer into those fetishes...

[@ianskyvox]

Absolutely NAILS it. Embraces his meme-ness while still staying true to himself and giving an absolute top-tier performance. LEGEND!

[@mattliamjack3293]

More soul in my arse😂😂😂😂

[@Noobtrrol]

​@@mattliamjack3293*ass

[@Thrill_Hou]

@@TheDogGoesWoof69 in certain areas 🤧

[@sirfizz6518]

When he would have been relegated to a casino act like many 80s pop singers, and humbly content with it... The rickroll phenomenon completely rejuvenated his career and solidified his legendary status. It's the whole reason he gets to play Glastonbury 36 years after his massive debut. He was always gracious. In just working quietly in the studio, in getting to record, in having a big break, one superstardom, in his star waning, in playing smaller gigs and just getting to play with session musicians to intimate crowds for years... Of course he received his resurgence warmly. Cuz he's a righteous dude. 🎉

[@sirfizz6518]

​@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist2bruh stop spamming people with your cult propaganda. How would you like if you were watching videos of a Christian band and someone in the comments was pushing Scientology.

[@elessarvalandar9950]

Mr. Astley is so wholesome! He's elegant, not scandalous at all and above all, he's a bloody great performer! He owns this stage while staying graceful, truly a classy artist.

[@LS-fe4ob]

His voice is amazing !!

[@flaviuswestfall1718]

elegant is the best word to describe him

[@Ukraineaissance2014]

He came and played at our school to about 100 kids once

[@benmacdui9328]

Wholesome 😂

[@Argiriosk]

He is so talented and classy indeed!

[@SergioCastillo87]

He always had a great voice, no auto crap, so much better than most nowadays... Miss those times when a singer was really a singer... And I'm not old!

[@Sundae62]

I love how he embraces this and isn’t pretentious about it being his “big hit”. Some artists would block songs like this out of their memories.

[@Bassic92]

This comment reminds of the time when I saw Toto back in 2019. They finished with Africa (obviously), and before they started playing Luke asked the audience "You wanna hear THAT song?"

[@hahatoldyouso]

it's a BANGER

[@AlexeBriand2002]

@@Bassic92Hold The Line is better than Africa and gets no recognition

[@eyo8766]

Then again... Nirvana intentionally playing Teen Spirit horribly is pretty funny

[@meestuinier4486]

​@@eyo8766that was not because they didn't like the song. It was because MTV forced them to sing it over a backing track. Still solid gold tho 😂

[@leebatt7964]

Mad respect for this guy. He has talent, humility and kindness.

[@user-tc4yr5rk2t]

humidity?

[@aleloyola3564]

​@@user-tc4yr5rk2tmuy bueno very good buen chiste saludos desde el country de Messi 😅

[@ollieejay]

you tryna say he’s humble?

[@elio.dalterio]

@@ollieejay Humility is just synonymous with humbleness.

[@ollieejay]

@@elio.dalterio i thought humility was embarassing someone, no?

[@alifpr]

Things I love about this performance: -The tee on 1:14 is fucking amazing -The guards dancing at 2:37 -Every recent perfomance he's done, he always said "Since 1987" and it gets me nostalgic everytime. -The band introduction was so wholesome -The fantastic crowd -The man himself, Rick Astley!

[@Plettt]

bass solo? 6:58

[@neilkennethofficial]

That sneaky Sweet Child O' Mine lick at the end at 9:04!

[@QualityTuTz]

@@neilkennethofficial i fucking loved that so much!

[@Ellaslayyyyy]

Nah 1:14 is my teachers son 💀

[@thunderbirdice]

Didn’t notice the Tee. It’s ❤. How do the cameramen know?

[@Solemindband]

Everything about this performance is perfect. Just makes you happy to watch. Rick is a treasure

[@helloiamrob]

This entire set made me grin like an idiot. Massive respect to him.

[@adrianfennell3680]

Me too! Got tears in my eyes it's so good. Such an amazing vibe..

[@bdb000x5]

Same

[@Xiroi87]

Yeah, same thing here.

[@paulatreides6779]

You are not the only "idiot" here!

[@sapphirevaltiel]

Rick being such a hype-man for his fellow musicians is just an absolute class act. I love this dude so much.

[@GilesHellier]

I love that "rickrolling" gave this guy a part-2 to his career. I really think he deserves it. Edit: He absolutely KILLED this performance. What a dude!

[@Andy-lm2zp]

Have I just been Rick rolled?

[@prawnee9827]

@@Andy-lm2zpnah you Rick Rolled yourself. Doesn’t count.

[@chekkygurl182]

​​​@@Andy-lm2zpyes you have been....MASSIVELY 😂

[@bobabier5394]

cringy at its best^^

[@katl8825]

I feel like people forget that he's an actual, trained, professional singer from the back then :)

[@damnnerves24]

Rick is aging like fine wine! Such a talented singer 🤩

[@shininio]

The security crew dancing is one of the best things I've seen this year !!! Epic !!

[@mattdaaamon]

for real you should be the top comment. amazing!

[@tangfastic7075]

They're not security. There's big security fencing twenty feet back from the stage keeping fans back. They're just hand-picked as typically non-security types and they've been put in security t-shirts. If there was some serious security problems these people would be useless. But it's Rick Astley.

[@gergokerti2362]

​@@tangfastic7075false

[@jaycantrell8622]

​@tangfastic7075 No, they are 100% from the security team, if they werent theyd have better rhythm 😉

[@NezeliFagundes]

Seguranças ou não, eles mostraram rostos, idade, diversidade, enfim. Vcs notaram as meninas dançando? Também assim. Isso tudo é Glastonbury. Show de bola!!! 😍

[@kymkelly2513]

One of the most underrated performers, absolutely FANTASTIC, Security were great for this too. So glad everyone enjoyed Glastonbury, it looks great!

[@ElvarMasson]

Is he underrated? By whom, exactly? I've never heard (or even read) that before

[@imwelshjesus]

The most overused meaningless and unoriginal comment in the history of the internet, well done, you should congratulate yourself.

[@kymkelly2513]

@@imwelshjesus Aren't you just marvelous for your comment!- If you don't agree or like something, simply scroll on by, that obviously depends on the brain activity at the time though!!!

[@kymkelly2513]

@@ElvarMasson He absolutely should have more headline concerts, he is just fabulous!

[@imwelshjesus]

@@kymkelly2513 Shrug!

[@Zolega89]

Even in 2023, he sounds amazing

[@kwonas83]

hes voice aged very well, he is now even more confortable

[@Ama94947]

he sounds the same LOL

[@petersimpson9166]

Some Tom Jones accents in there.

[@sergiogonzalesYT]

True words.

[@misssweetcherry16]

And no skinny women

[@taunokekkonen5733]

Dang, all these one-hit wonders from back-in-the-day turn out to be really talented musicians.

[@nm7781]

rick wanted to be a one hit wonder, he didnt wanna be on the road constantly and preferably liked living a small time life..... theres a docu about the origins of rick roll and if he even knew thats why he ended up still being famous to this day

[@maxbryson9419]

This is what music should be always be about - no one taking themselves too seriously, smiling, dancing and being happy 😊. Rick is an amazing performer. Love him!

[@shahanshah7622]

How has his voice gotten even better, gotta give him credit for not destroying his voice with drugs or alcohol

[@entrega-para-o-universo]

👏👏👏😍😍😍🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@ciello___8307]

he took a hiatus for a couple decades before rick roll became a thing. saved his voice

[@munmunyee]

iirc he did struggle against cocaine during the 90s but got clean

[@MattSuguisAsFondAsEverrr]

happiest blud from britain

[@JoshyB_1608]

@@munmunyee did he?

[@Akirilus]

Damn dude. The level of confort he displays. He's not only a singer but also an entertainer.

[@ncard00]

Unpopular opinion: Together forever > Never gonna give you up

[@maccastellon2768]

That’s how artists from his era were. The whole package.

[@Kennaire]

If Aliens ask for our best tunes, this will definitely be on the list

[@ItzSneakyMinecraft]

@@ncard00 real

[@lookingupwithwonder]

Absolutely. I'm so glad he celebrated the RickRolling craze. He had the opportunity to show the next generation how talented he is!!!

[@cristianpeters8229]

Pure Peace and Happyness! This is fantastic! Greetings from Bonn/Germany Cristian Peters

[@Bellski]

Absolute legend not only for singing live, introducing his band and killing it but having an entire generation that wasn't even born when this song came out know all the lyrics!

[@umitsever1692]

Kinda hard not to know it with all the rickrolls

[@AnyRoadAnyTime]

Rick Astley is more Rock-N-Roll than any of us ever gave him credit for. Hats off to that man and his band. He absolutely owned it.

[@Fractalchemystical]

Pathetic

[@ddouble.rri0]

more like rick and roll

[@mateus_3k2]

​@@ddouble.rri0LOL

[@bretkindell6887]

100 %...Rick is a true pro..Glastonbury is so lucky to have him

[@matrixphijr]

@@ddouble.rri0 GOTTEM! 🤣

[@chekkygurl182]

Amazing how this song is 35 years old yet its fantastic seeing the younger kids singing the words even ❤😮

[@andysorensen1737]

Heck my 5 year old loves Rick’s music. Not only are we Rick rolled often, but we know the deep cuts like Together Forever, It Would Take a Strong, Strong Man and Cry for Help.

[@raksObk]

​@@andysorensen1737Tell your 5 five year old his music taste is amazing and also together forever is such a good song.

[@DjAtmaWeapon]

This man is a pur legend. Embrassed the dark pass of its own and turned it into light. He could denial all of this if he would stay on his bad feeling.

[@matteoromenghi]

Monster hit of 1987. #1 in 25 nations. Danced worldwide. I love it!

[@eracli0]

What a class act. That was amazing! Introducing the entire band, thanking the security, venue and dancers.. this man is impossible not to love!

[@fuppz6419]

Gotta love how the guitarist snuck ‘Sweet Child O’ Mine’ in at the last second lmao All said aside, Rick is a legend x

[@kakeych]

LOL @ 5:50 "He wanted to play Sweet Child O' Mine but I wouldn't let him" - Astley

[@AllPileup]

Slashroll😂

[@fenderberg]

Great callback!

[@heidiwerbrouck5563]

It's Queen!

[@fuppz6419]

@@heidiwerbrouck5563 listen closely to like the last 2-3 seconds of the performance, he slips the riff from ‘Sweet Child O’ Mine’ in there

[@TheNikolaYo]

This is what legend looks like.

[@paulatreides6779]

and act like

[@Wammus85]

I love it how even all the security guys are dancing.

[@badsamaritan8223]

They were probably told to. Lol.

[@LadySilver-ty]

Doesn't matter it they were paid extra to dance...they still were fun to watch

[@jpants5144]

wow, if u though that was real you're destined to be conned by someone soon. Please becareful.

[@gregorB92]

​@@jpants5144its not that serious

[@andysalter7192]

It's a bit cringe ! That's not why they are there .

[@sockmagnet]

I started to cry!! I love Rick so much! His voice hasn't lost ANYTHING!! And I LOVE the dancing Security. Never saw that before!!

[@Susanne-sweden]

I agree with you on everyhing !! I'm so so happy to have seen this 🥹🥰❤️

[@sockmagnet]

@@Susanne-sweden I don't even know why I was crying! I was just so happy for him!

[@Torahboy1]

I blubbed my way from the start….. then, when I saw the dancing security I totally lost it !!! Rick has always been a classy guy.

[@DameTremonti]

It's your prescribed medicine that made you cry. Look a little deeper into yourself.

[@sockmagnet]

@@DameTremonti Whoa. That is SO over the Top. Have no idea if you are being supportive or a snot! But...okay!

[@god563616]

HIS VOICE IS STILL STUNNING!! UNBELEVABLE! As a Millennial most of our artist voice are shot to hell and we are only in our 30's! Absolutely Insane he is still AMZING!!!!

[@eddiezweers4158]

If they use their real own voice, mind you, and not some sort of voicebox. Refrase, they all use voicebox or some sort...All of them. P.S. I meant singers from your generation, not Rick's voice. Cheers, take care.

[@beth12svist]

Probably - at least in part - because he did not just start out singing trying to be a frontman, he started out singing in a choir. And in a choir, if it's any good, you learn things like you warm up your voice gradually first before trying to outsing a church (or a crowd). (ETA: Incidentally, Bruce Springsteen mentioned somewhere that he doesn't have any proper vocal training but that that's exactly the reason why he will often come out on stage before the concert actually begins and sing just with an accoustic guitar for the people who have been waiting there for hours. If you do a workout, you stretch first. You do the same with your voice.)

[@theharshtruthoutthere]

@@beth12svist All prayers from Righteous SOULS aka Born again Christians, have power. Sinners prayers GOD hears not. Unless we REPENT and born again and LIVE HOLY, GOD hears none of our prayers. Prayers have power, but these must come from Changed hearts. Proverbs 15:29 The LORD is far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous. Psalms 119:155 “Salvation is far from the wicked: for they seek not thy statutes.” (Many souls(unsaved souls), believe falsely and pray in vain).

[@GG-zt1nt]

@@eddiezweers4158 wtf do u mean by voicebox?

[@28Pluto]

@@theharshtruthoutthere If you think spreading your faith in youtube comments is the correct way to be a Christian, you have failed. You live in sin.

[@LiamMcMahon-f8v]

Rick - the star of Glastonbury 2023.

[@VenusSantaCruz]

“You’ve been gorgeous, I’ve been Rick Astley” he’s a treasure ❤️

[@lukedaley17]

This is Rick Ashley’s greatest live performance of his iconic hit. He nails it here at Glasto. Love how security got involved in this performance.

[@PapagenoMF]

You're kidding, right? He didn't sing much of the song - took the lazy singers way out and held the microphone out to the audience. And the interruptions and talking were infuriating.

[@jeeemmm]

​@@PapagenoMFlol

[@McRiccoEST]

@@PapagenoMF ure kiddin? Its a live show of retro singer.....he performs better than most of singers of his time...dont be ridiculous

[@Abkeda]

Specialized Security, love this.

[@Johnniebhoy83]

​@@PapagenoMFCry more 🥹

[@HollowDolly]

It's so wonderful to see people of all ages singing this song. And Rick's voice still sounds great as ever!

[@goretti-canterburg-rainfor9813]

Awesome ❤ love this song. We're in 2023 still going strong. After all those years his voice hasn't changed.

[@elsongs]

This is unironically awesome. A lot of '80s singers struggle to re-create their heyday voice. But OMG Rick Astley actually sings *even better* than he did back in the day. Not to mention a real tight backing band. If he ever takes his act to the USA, I'm totally going.

[@Dana9437]

me too....

[@michiganharborstudios]

Rick Astley is STILL an incredible performer and vocalist. BUT what I love the most about seeing him perform this song, is how he makes it all about the fans. He's clearly there to serve his audience and help them have a good time. He's a legend.

[@alwaysblake148]

It took him a lot of years to get to Glastonbury, but once he got there he gave two of the greatest sets ever performed there. His own set was brilliant, but his set with the Blossoms singing the Smith's songs went into the stratosphere. Legend, indeed.

[@skellam8010]

His voice just gets better and better!

[@Pyrrhic537]

I like how the crowd are so open-minded. He's an incredible singer and performer. First time I heard him since the 80s. He could even start some indie band or indie cover band. He respects his musicians too and were top class too.

[@leighgabriel6824]

Like The Smiths?

[@filipedias7284]

I think he started in a post-punk-ish band actually

[@AngryBillie]

I’ve only seen him in a meme but it turned out he has a humble, energetic, glowing personality 🥹🥹🥹what a star to be willing to share so much stage time with the band❤❤❤

[@randolphsavage9760]

I'm more of a metal/punk guy but I love the positive vibes and energy Astley gives in this performance. Sometimes you just need that kind of music and I got this the older I got (was "that guy" that shat on pop music in high school).

[@HammerHeart3229]

Yeah I'm in the same boat as you to be honest. I'll still be a Metalhead first and foremost until the day I die but as time has gone by my 'Death to all but Metal' attitude has mostly evaporated. Ultimately, good music is good music regardless of genre!

[@yeahnoonecaresifyouarefirst]

So what you're saying is we've successfully taken you to zhe dahk side dahlin? 😂❤

[@sergiogonzalesYT]

Same here )) Old punk-rock/metalhead, but Rick is just great.

[@bobross4449]

@@sergiogonzalesYTyeah same but love Rick and so much more

[@papajupri1070]

hear hear!

[@artisan06]

This is the song that put Rick Astley on the map throughout the world! They’re still playing it in the clubs today, after 36 years!

[@didierlegroe6561]

Usually I use to listen to hardrock or metal, but Rick Astley is an absolute groovin' and funky musician. Like his songs since the 80's. So, never give up Rick and keep on rocking !! The bassman is playin' like hell !!!

[@lulashepard3253]

I also listen to a lot of different stuff: Rock. Metal. I even have a favorite K-Pop group. I’ve loved Rick since he broke through in America, and see him in concert whenever he comes to town, especially since I missed his early shows here. He really is a fine performer, and seems to be a genuinely nice guy. I think that getting off the showbiz carousel helped him in the long run because he got to spend quality time with his family, and it gave him a good perspective when the opportunity to re-enter the business presented itself.

[@ChrisAdler512]

If you listen to metal. Definitely you can listen to other genres. Especially Rick Astley. 🤘

[@SalveASMR]

An actual artist that acknowledges his band, you can tell that he really just love MUSIC.

[@tonym7194]

I'm glad that Rick in his 50s is embracing his talent and musical back-catalogue. Such an amazing artist!!

[@mickzed6746]

Just seen a vid not too long ago of him playing the drums, while singing and playing the guitar..... Super talented artist.

[@teresastolarskyj]

I mean, in fact, he still looks 22 or something enviable like that! On ya, Rick, well done!

[@Nebulasecura]

Damn he looks amazing for being in his 50s. Talk about aging great, vocally and physically

[@marjtierney]

He is an absolute legend ❤❤❤

[@mayelfrondajel9017]

Omfg, what a performance, what a bassist, what a crowd, this is awesome! Thanks for rick roll us since 1987 Rick Astley!!!

[@chasing_dragons]

I miss the 80's and early 90's really bad. This singer deserves full praise for making one of the most iconic feel good happy songs to rely upon. Thank you Rick.

[@delzworld2007]

Superb performance by Mr Astley and a flash of inspiration having all the security guards primed for their very own performance. Loved it!

[@AR18123]

I loved that part with the security guards!

[@BaileysMariner]

Pyramid security team does this every year as far as I know :-D

[@moow950]

Wow, Rick sounds and looks fantastic!!! Fantastic!!!!!!

[@DialogDontArgue]

This man let this meme cook for 15 years until it became a part of internet culture and then he finally performed live so that it wouldn't look like he was just trying to live off the meme. what legend.

[@NetSraC1306]

Pretty sure he performed it live all the time. Just because that song is a banger

[@chandraabudiman]

This is one the legendary moments in music history! Rick sounded amazing and his interaction with the crowd and the band is great. Love the dancing security guards. And loved it very much when he gave the band members their own solos and time to shine. What an amazing performance all in all! And this show probably wouldn't have happened at all if it wasn't for the song becoming a meme. Once again, the power of internet!

[@raevan72]

Anybody who doesn’t find joy in that great performance has no soul. What a performer he is - professional, humble, talented. Who’d have imagined 36 years ago that this song would be a highlight of Glasto in 2023.

[@maratonlegendelenemirei3352]

Fancy paying 340 quid to escape the real world and stand for 3 days in a field with other whyte woke lefties crying because none of their blax friends can afford to attend?

[@jimbanda]

Yup, a true survivor 👏👏

[@bara7331]

@@jimbanda oh stop it

[@jimbanda]

@@bara7331 I dint say he was any good , I said "true survivor" , obviously in the industry. What's not to like about that ??

[@peterandben1]

exceptional performance by a high quality professional and enjoyed by so many over the last 30 years. If you dont understand you have no soul survivor completely ridiculous comment doesnt understand class when you see it

[@irenedontoh9692]

This man is a gem. Artists of today should sit back and take notes from artists like him.

[@simonhodgetts6530]

That was an absolute joy! What a lovely, humble man. And blimey, can he sing! If I didn’t know the origins of that song I’d say he was a 70s soul singer. Thanks Rick - you’re a true artist and a lovely human!

[@kimchi_b]

Legend has it he was the tea boy or some sort of junior office assistant at SAW until they heard him sing!

[@pauljordan4452]

​@@kimchi_bHe recorded this when he was 21.

[@lulashepard3253]

Pete Waterman signed Rick after seeing him perform with a local band in the north of England and had him work as an assistant in the studio, supposedly to help him learn about the business and overcome his shyness. I find it hard to believe that Pete would bring this guy over and hang around, and not have his two partners hear his voice. But, they eventually did listen, and decided they needed to do something with him.

[@reeenji]

Bro rickrolled an entire festival, mad respect.

[@rinzler4841]

bruh shut up

[@heckabluntstho]

😂

[@visheshl]

They came to be Rick rolled... willingly 😂

[@ArianesDrawingPH]

Yeah

[@TheUderfrykte]

​@@visheshlpaid money for it too😅

[@franjones5312]

That was all around enjoyable. What a smooth voice and how generous he is. Giving his band solos and even shouting out security. Love it.

[@johnsonken96]

His voice has matured so well. I think if he re-recorded this as a single celebrating an anniversary, it could trend again.

[@DandanGallagher]

This fills my heart with joy. I'm so happy and emotional watching this! Fantastic band, fantastic artist, fantastic crowd, everything coming together with a great song. Can't get much better than this. Massive respect to Rick for introducing his great band and letting them shine. This is what music should be about. Melody, feeling and having fun!

[@Ruediger_Hasenpusch]

What a Man,what a Voice,what a Band,what a Party! 😊 Stunning

[@DrWoofOfficial]

Rick didn’t let his guitarist play Sweet child o mine then he plays it a little at the end 😂 Perfectly orchestrated performance

[@ashleyartus1193]

Good to see him back. Still current. Slick..great vocals...loads of class...sorely needed today...lovely stuff...xx

[@axis1198]

The lead playing "sweet child" at the end even though rick banned him from playing it was the cherry on top for this performance. What a blast! 😂❤

[@dizzyupthefool5180]

That was genius and so subtle.

[@JP_Wu]

When did he banned him?

[@CeeJay254Art]

Hahahahaha.

[@CeeJay254Art]

@@JP_Wu he stated he told him no while introducing him

[@glennoc8585]

​@@JP_Wuit's probably bit of a joke

[@ruaraimckenna]

Unbelievable vocals, so much respect for this guy as a performer

[@vn8600]

his acapella was gold.

[@DavidBranco75]

Rick Astley is an absolute legend. Great singer and lovely human being.

[@Temirbekuly]

Good old Rick, hot chicks on the stage, security guys dancing, solo performances from the band, nice crowd, sunny day - could this be any perfect???

[@DAVEBLISS2007]

Rick can still out perform most singers today, his Smiths tribute with The Blossoms was also great. I love the way he shows off his band members. A real Artist.

[@juliantsenkov1585]

Rick Astley kills it every time even after 35+ years. And he is still down to earth talented guy who makes the people happier with his music.

[@gerrymccullogh665]

My opinion of Rick Astley has never changed. I’m just glad that many others finally appreciate how good he is

[@mrterry1756]

Rick Astley has been 21 years old since 1987 And still he is, until he's 100 y/o

[@champagnexoxo1198]

Such an icon. I don’t get tired of this song and it’s so iconic. He has such a deep beautiful voice

[@EmYush]

That guitar is simply superb. The grove, the tone, the transition. Damn!!

[@smj7246]

His transitions are GOLD. Solid stuff 👍

[@regroberts325]

Nile would be very flattered

[@mellel5594]

His voice is as rich as ever!! Where has the time gone?! It's been well over 30 years since this song charted!! I can hardly believe it!!

[@Xiroi87]

Closer to 40 than 30, actually

[@quazar912]

actually in the middle - 35 years 😁

[@Xiroi87]

@@quazar912 36 since 1987, actually

[@johnrichardson5713]

Fantastic performance, band is tight, his voice is still as strong as ever, decent frontman too. Appears I'm a Rick Astley fan after all, who knew!!!

[@m4ssee]

It's kinda heartwarming how this song sneakily became the GOAT of 80's pop music.

[@infaride]

There's a lot of trouble in the world but this, gives me hope.

[@gerryredmond6085]

Yes der is but this ain't giving me hope the other ppl replying are at the gig!

[@johnxywu]

It truly does, feeling hopeful and sanguine after this.

[@gerryredmond6085]

What hope does it give you Cause things Are only going to get worse be truthful here!

[@gerryredmond6085]

@@johnxywu how hopeful are u? And about what??

[@Whistler4u]

There's way more good. We tend to focus on the worst.

[@BBROPHOTO]

I’ve now finally watched a lot of the sets from Glastonbury 2023 with Rick’s being one of the first I saw... and his entire set is still one of the best from the weekend. His passion, energy, humility and class is just incredible! What a guy. I’m so happy that a meme put him back into the spotlight and eventually led to this Glastonbury performance. He deserves this so much!

[@WessexBladesHandMadeKnives]

Rock and Rick Roll!!! Introducing the band members, 7:10 especially(6 string bass player myself) letting the refrains breathe, thanks to crowd at every opportunity, smiles to dancers...top Man!

[@oliverjacktaylor1020]

World record for most amount of people rick rolled in seconds.

[@amymcmahon3179]

I'm so happy Rick is getting the recognition he deserves 🎉 Lovely guy and knows how to entertain an audience. The Smiths set with Blossoms was amazing 🫶

[@angiejohnson6666]

Rick always had a strong and soulful voice. I like how Rick involved the crowd in his act and gave his band and workers at the event a chance to shine.

[@jackgreaves8277]

What an absolute legend. Wholesome, polite, shared the spotlight with his band and still has a great voice.

[@therunawaykid6523]

Even played this song with the foo fighters!

[@dashingwomble]

Wow. Still a great performer. Rick has certainly come a very long way in his career. I remember the day that he walked into our garage in Wimbledon to get his car serviced. Such a shy young fella at that time when the career was all relatively new to him. Well done mate. 👍