Steam Powered Giraffe's 17 Year Anniversary: Electricity is In My Soul (Original 2008 Music Video)

[@jacksonkemp9644]

God it’s crazy seeing The Jon and Upgrade again especially from such an early time in the bands life. It’s really interesting and amazing to see how much the robotic movement and makeup have come.

[@dr.lemonscribble648]

GOING ABSOLUTELY RABID OVER THIS VIDEO ITS BEEN ONE OF MY HOLY GRAILS OF SPG MEDIA THAT I COULD NEVER FIND HOLY SMOKES

[@stitchgor3]

YIPPEEEEE

[@andrewtaylor5820]

Absolutely rabbit

[@catvanburen2768]

I can’t believe that the band has been around long enough it could drive! Absolutely wild. This band feels like the bottom of my heart. I can’t believe it’s 17

[@saltyjr42]

I remember going to San Diego for a visit. We were randomly passing through Balboa Park and I saw these bots singing. We absolutely stopped and listened to their set. So many years ago. You keep chugging along and rocking! Thank you for years of music

[@rosealena4]

we are so back

[@NatsuDragn33I]

Wow, it's so insane seeing the old designs and hearing how far your harmonies have come.

[@ttuesdayy1]

How fun to see such a classic video! the sound seems a bit different, like it was "scarier" at this stage of the concept, but it still feels very SPG :)

[@jamesbates5384]

The nostalgia of the early 2000s. The special effects, grainy video, and just imperfect appeal really electrifies my soul.

[@joelbnorth]

The more French toast MORE FRENCH TOAST bit at the end automatically made me laugh out loud

[@Baron_Lio]

I too, was unprepared

[@dalg0n]

I saw you guys perform live at the San Diego Zoo with my aunt. Weather was hot, but you still had all the makeup and suits on. As soon as I got home, I looked the band up and I've been in love ever sense. Harmonics is still one of my favorites, But Hot On The Trail is the best. I'm glad you are keeping at it Hopefully, I'll get the chance to see you all at a live performance again sometime.

[@happybluedog]

I've only seen Upgrade in trekkiebeth's older vidoes before you had your own channel and always enjoyed her performance. It was such a nice surprise to see her and hear singing voice in this. What an overall treat thank you!

[@DismalWether]

I've been listening to yall for so long but I didn't realize it'd been THIS long!

[@gammabriarhound]

Thank you for helping me meet my wife- it's really truly thanks to you that I found who I was in life. I can never thank you as creators enough. She is the reason I can smile every day over the bittersweet memories I've left. Even as my head injury robs some memories and glitches others- I found I wasn't alone through your music. Your works made me realize my romantic writing wasn't alone in the wandering dreaming manners. Thank you - thank you so much.- Knil Hope

[@Kaiju_Bos]

has it been 17 years already?? Thanks to this extraordinary group I was finally able to bond with my mother over their music and it's so exciting to see them grow over the years! Thank you all for the music that has been with me through the roller coaster of my life.

[@tcsmagicbox]

Spine could star in his own horror movie back in the day. The makeup has definitely come a long way.

[@TeacherAnePolga]

Been loving this band since I was 9. I'm 22 and couldn't be prouder of you guys!!! Love you w my whole heart!!!! 🩷❤️💜

[@garrypierce8593]

Certainly an underated band hope you guys keep going for years to come

[@ScotHarkins]

So young...goodness!...and still working on the the details of the robot vibe. Y'all might be my next Tally Hall. I've prolly played the orig Honeybee over a thousand times by now, both video and audio. Worst earbug bite I've ever had. Been through the album collection only once so far. Honestly fun!

[@bootoons225]

I only discovered you guys not too long ago but your music genuinely means so much to me now. And seeing how far you all have come in this video is really something. from the music, movements and production. You guys are so awesome! Happy 17th anniversary!!

[@RandomCivilians]

Happy Birthday to the worlds greatest robot band! 🎉

[@chrissyvoegeli]

This made me cry happy tears. Hearing these raw harmonies and hearing Erin's voice with you on my still all-time favorite song of SPG plucked my heart strings. I love all of you so much. ❤

[@angusmchackbeil8361]

Oh...I never saw you guys in this Order. Been a while, since I heard Upgrade or Jon....nice to hear them Voices again! The first Time I saw you lot was,when my darling daughter was born....and a few years later,she was already singing "fire fire" And Honey Bee is a special Song for me and a very important person in my Life. Thank you for your Music! I really am grateful for it! To 17 more years to you lot!

[@pizzasinketchup1110]

I love you guys ive made tributes here in mexico translading the songs, giving you credits abd this was one of the songs i translated into spanish. I really admire you. Happy birthday from Mexican Robot H.A.P.Y.

[@davidalejandropadronvilla2206]

Y dónde podemos ver dichas traducciones?

[@TBUB123]

I discovered Steam Powered Giraffe like 6months ago but wish i discovered them 17years ago. I just love this band

[@Togaoki]

This absolutely had the energy of the late-00s and I'm very thankful for a reupload. It's always nice to hear the original songs the band has made!

[@Diana2112Gaming]

Holy geeze, haven't seen Upgrade in forever! Really grate to see her again. Also, happy Anniversary you guys. I've been saving this for a "pick me up" kind of day (today has been rough), and it put a smile on my face, even though I'm... anyway. Thanks. You guys never fail to impress.

[@aw8885]

I am sobbing over this. thank you for putting this on KZbin.

[@jasdesgs]

this was beautiful! and david that solo was so soft and smooth omg

[@Stands-In-The-Fire]

I know it's a silly thing, but watching this again made me nostalgic for the original SPG bass. That thing starred in some great videos back in the day. 😄

[@asmogorna]

Unironically one of my favorite spg music videos Simply because it gives me a headache each time i watch it

[@nekopuppet]

oh wow, it's crazy seeing upgrade on here

[@Aliraldd992]

Love that a lot of this is still in the newer music and videos

[@elliep8774]

This has been one of my all time favorite SPG songs since I was a kid, and it makes my heart so warm and full to see the sheer progression of not only this song, but the evolution of the band 🫶

[@animalnumber43]

Its so surreal to be able to see these old videos, It really brings a tear to my eye to just see how far everything has come. Thank you all

[@CecileTellier]

Love ya'll! We discovered you in 2013, and you had such an impact in our family for a variety of reasons. Love ya'll!

[@CecileTellier]

Also, my youngest who adores you and has since age 5 was born when this was made lol. Your lore is great!

[@prettyhalo2girl]

I've been with you guys since about 2012

[@hyperquasar]

One thing i enjoyed a lot was walking through balboa park on my lunch breaks and getting to watch you perform live.

[@Random_Atom]

Wow. What a beautiful throwback of memories

[@jasyjascat5125]

Watching this feels so surreal.

[@krysanthemum6528]

Oh my goodness! Was not expecting this today!!! A wonderful surprise! Love all the versions of this song, and it’s lovely to get these verses in a video!

[@EnmberiAccount]

I am honestly surprised how long Steam Powered Giraffe has been around. good job :D

[@jaydoggy9043]

The fact that this was your first video shows stellar songwriting/composition skills. The instincts were there. Thank you for this blast from the past!

[@valeriafernandez8378]

Happy bday guys! I’ve been a fan since I was a kid. Thank you for being unapologetically yourselves and letting kids like me be as creative and different as possible. 🎉✨

[@SistrenLikkleLioness]

Seventeen years of wonder, I hope you guys never stop bringing us you wonderful art !!

[@silverphantomme99]

It got it's charm. Like you guys still got, and have cultivated.

[@XUNsc]

Electricity - Frequency - Vibration Fun mental terms of the universe

[@luaninhas]

happy birthday my dearest robot band

[@dr.radic_ghost9289]

Thank you so much for the opportunity to listen and enjoy your craft, some times it feels so heavy in my life but when I hear y’all’s music it reminds me what it’s all about, you guys inspire me to be an artist and make my art better, I hope one day I’ll see y’all live in person

[@jamiegreene850]

Wow original came together awesome

[@lazylazylane]

Nearly 10 years of watching now! A formative part of my 20s. Congrats on an amazing 17 years. I truly hope to catch you all live sometime (North California show one day? ;;;)

[@RosieTheTransGirl]

Im literally about to scream I am obsessed with this silly band I have been yapping about this band all day

[@Themumf]

It's really cool to see as a point of reference for how far the band has come, and to hear the original take on this song as well.

[@bhardasullivan720]

One of my favorite songs you kids ever did. Thank you.❤

[@shoulderpants2008]

Happy 17th anniversary, Steam Powered Giraffe! You guys somehow always manage to make me smile and laugh, even when I'm down. I went to your show last January, and it will always hold a special place in my heart. Let there be many more years of robo fun, joy, and laughter! 🦒⚙

[@IsaFer0203]

Happy Anniversary Guys!!! 🎉❤ For these and more years together ❤ 🇨🇴🇨🇴🇨🇴 ❤️

[@--Twisted]

I’m loving all the older videos!!!

[@barbaraarnzen5181]

What a truly fabulous group!! ❤🎶🎶🎶

[@WGSXFrank]

17 years already?! HOLY! I was a bit late on the train, as I'm on the east coast. But I remember first coming across some Balboa Park recordings here on youtube about 14, maybe 15 years ago. I've been HOOKED ever since. Never has a band resonated with me as much as y'all did. I was in my mid 20s, still finding myself. Your lyrics, banter, and overall sound drew me in immediately. I'm 40 now, and still have SPG on my regular rotation for driving and relaxing.

[@TheGrayKPlays]

I've never heard this version been a fan since 2011 but I have to say I think I like this version more than the album version because you can really hear that this is the beginning the style isn't quite worked out and its so much more raw GREAT VIDEO an absolute Gem!

[@AitheinOfQuartz]

I listen to every version of this song I can find back to back all the time. I'll add this one to the front end. Thank you for sharing. What a ride.

[@androidisaloser]

wow, I'd never heard this song before. The chorus harmonies are gorgeous!

[@repugnanced]

I am crying at my desk, SPG has been the music of my soul for over a decade now, i’m only 20. This song always resonated so deeply me and to have this show up on my lunch break feels like a gift lol.

[@HannahRainbow88]

Happy anniversary, and thank you for sharing this with us 💗

[@LuisAlvarez-mm5oh]

No way, this is so cool wtf Helps me appreciate all the different iterations of the song a lot more

[@ronbailey5687]

Just recently discovered steam powered and at first wasn't sure but after a few videos I'm hooked.

[@seraphvalkyrie170]

This is awesome. Such a throw back. Glad ya’ll have stuck around for so long and keep on movin’.

[@likenokia4207]

as a fan since 2012 i would say, this is some good content

[@Creeping_Shadow]

Wild transformation. The band has come so far!

[@MarionetteFox41]

Really great vid of one of my favourite songs. I always loved the harmonies and honestly I think these harmonies are at times better than the official 2009 track. Also… More French Toast!

[@sunshinesideofdarkside]

I hope to always love you all. ❤ this band has been so formative for me.

[@AuDHDKenz]

oh my god congratulations on 17 years!! its crazy to see you all here, and to hear a different version of one of my absolute favorite songs by you lot! i will forever be happy to have found you guys through hearing honeybee on an edit i saw on insta a couple years back, and deep diving into your band lore within the past year or two. you guys are certainly my favorites and i cant wait for more. lots of love to the whole lot of ya!

[@hapexamendar1093]

Wow. Just crush it already! Holy Heck, 10 out of 10. The greatest thing I've seen in a while by anybody!

[@LadyLegz]

I cannot believe I watched this for the first time 17 years ago!! This band is one of the most underrated. Man I love them!!!

[@balbet13]

Such a sweet memory! Really impressive stil)

[@Skirt553]

It's amazing to see how far y'all have come from where y'all started.

[@camt2203]

1:05 omg is that a special guest appearance from Jenny the toaster?

[@aglassbrightly]

The flood of memories, jamming to the early Steam Powered songs with my sister. The good times ^__^

[@mcpooch]

Happy 17!

[@somewhere-here6276]

I’ve only heard of this video from other people’s stories of it!! I’m so glad I get to see the original!

[@x-blade6437]

Just what I needed to start the day! Happy anniversary, I love you guys!

[@21HiddenDragon]

Wow! This version delightful. It's amazing to see how you guys have changed and grown from yeara ago to now.

[@Baron_Lio]

This is absolutely beautiful. Thank you all for sharing, what is is like for you all, looking back on this? (Yall are still crushing it, here for another 17, and another 17.....)

[@michaelhartman6041]

Good to see where you came from and how well your music has greatly improved.

[@sovietbiscuit9918]

I cannot express how much better my day just got

[@woogmaximus4075]

Nice to see a throwback! Hope there are many more years to go

[@catpmarga]

Happy Anniversary!

[@very_fishy913]

Happy 17th anniversary!! You guys deserve the world. Thank you so much for making the most beautiful music I’ve ever heard ❤❤

[@nyuchu]

I love you guys!! congrats on 17 years :)

[@Character_OS]

HAPPY 17 YEARS SPG!!

[@brittaneyanne3511]

Wild to be here after all this time... I discovered you guys after seeing the initial opening of this music video as a GIF set on Tumblr. Cannot believe that started my SPG journey. I will hold onto getting to see you perform at Orlando Nerd Fest in 2014 so closely to my heart.

[@heli88]

What a cool flashback! Thank you for sharing!

[@goldholz]

Wonderful to see the bands glow up

[@reinaweis]

This was great to see, thank you for posting it :)

[@charliiebarkin]

Thank you for your work!

[@spookyscaryskeletons09]

OH MY GOD I KNEW THIS EXISTED AND WAS ALWAYS HOPING I’D GET TO WATCH IT IM SO HAPPY i love this song so much!

[@DawnsRage]

This brings back memories.

[@Fabioman3]

Let them eat French Toast! 🤣 Great video! 🥰

[@gabrielscarborough]

Jenny!! Glad to see some cameos from then-future song characters, love this blast from the past, amazing to see how this banger started, never stop guys!!😁😁😁

[@noxy393]

Oh my gosh, the throwback! I like seeing the fun everyone had with the band back in the day too :D

[@redthepale]

Absolutely a masterpiece.