Taylor Tomlinson On How To Not Go To Hell | Taylor Tomlinson: Look At You

[@annafantasia]

"I'm just renting it from the guy upstairs" deserved a WAY bigger laugh, I totally lost it, and the metaphor only got better from there

[@jasonkrantz3643]

100%. Tomlinson’s extended metaphors hang together so much more than they have a right to. It’s effing art.

[@coolkumquats]

@@jasonkrantz3643 It's really amazing how she clearly puts a ton of work into finessing the script to make it perfect, but is able to give a flawlessly natural delivery that somehow sounds casual and off-the-cuff. She's very talented

[@profet1385]

Not a native speaker and not raised religious either. I think I may be missing the metaphor, could you explain it to me please?

[@markmac2206]

i wonder if the doorbell has a ring camera. sometimes i just stare at it wondering.

[@jasonkrantz3643]

@@profet1385 “The guy upstairs” is slang for God. “Flood the basement” in this context indicates female arousal. Many evangelical Christians have major hangups about sex, which is why she says that she will *not* get her security deposit back if she, uh, floods the basement. 😉

[@OfficialMattOBrienMusic]

It’s the boys in youth group yelling “WHY?!” That does it for me 😂😂😂

[@annafantasia]

And she puts some extra distance bt her and the mic 😂 slays me every time

[@papagrounds]

I love how angry the "why" comes out 🤣 That sums up growing up with testosterone.

[@reedmayhew18]

Me in youth group hearing that: "oh well" 🤣🤣🤣

[@suneuf]

That one definitely cracked me up lmao

[@brolymc9532]

pause.

[@travisinthetrunk]

I loved the “touch nothing but the lamp” line.

[@chaoswitch1974]

It wasn't "lamb"? I love lamp...

[@travisinthetrunk]

It was an Alladin reference.

[@sr.chiqitibum8607]

@@chaoswitch1974 Yeah, Netflix got it wrong in the subtitles (though not here on KZbin). Great line.

[@Silentbob1494]

That one took me like a half a second too long to really click to, lol

[@jsb331]

I sat here alone and slow clapped. Good one, lmao.

[@MichaelSiegel14]

The thing that makes her show so good is that she's not just funny; she's a delight. I had a big smile on my face for both special because she's just so much fun to watch and listen to. The way she engaged with the audience is like spending an hour with a really funny friend.

[@mog7501]

Yeah she's just really great. You can really enjoy the funny story telling, it's authentic, I'm happy I found this comedian

[@opossum632]

Okay simp

[@christoff124]

you should probably take a screen shot of her in the video. that way you can jack it without us having to hear about it.

[@לולי-כ6ל]

I love that comment

[@Alitawc1]

Yes you completely right I said the same in a recent message myself exactly to the words she's such a delight to watch and I love the way she engages with the the audience as well she's for me a breath of fresh air because I love comedians but to see one so young and so funny so witty so quick so sarcastic and so perfect!!

[@TheContrariann]

“Doorbell 🛎 is the only thing that matters! Nobody COMES inside without TOUCHING the doorbell” - Taylor Tomlinson, 2022 True Story !

[@calisongbird]

Yes, we all watched it. And it’s “Tomlinson.”

[@bigfoottroisiemepartielave1759]

@@calisongbird No, it is actually Tomilinson. You're thinking of another comedian.

[@b_mann3702]

Ding Dong...

[@WilliamEnclosure]

That's A BAR!

[@TheContrariann]

This just reminded me of Monica's "2,3,2.. 7, 7, 7 HEAVEN!!" scene from friends.. When the girls are explaining Chandler the 7 Erogenous Zones 🤣

[@SpanishLMMD]

"All my friends are like, you got to meditate, and I'm like, I think I do!" had me in stitches 😂

[@profet1385]

What does she mean?

[@patriarch7237]

@@profet1385 Because her mind goes completely blank when she has her "special time".

[@miscellaneousstuff2901]

Taylor is the master of extended metaphor.

[@generallylevel-headed9671]

"If I flood the basement, I do NOT get my security deposit back." What was with the "ooohs" from the audience?? I was cackling 😂 and don’t get me started on that doorbell 💀

[@StephanieTips]

they're from Boston 😅😂

[@Tesselation]

Took them too long to get it. That line was hilarious though!

[@smartalek180]

@@StephanieTips "they're from Boston" -- Puritans, amirite or amirite? And don't even try with Salem...

[@j0k1g]

I died at that too. Tylor's metaphors are amazing!

[@Tonytaylormusic]

She doesn’t hold back anymore, she was good before but now she will be a legend 🔥🔥🔥

[@L.ysergicSD]

65k views

[@stephaniejefferson6566]

I really think so, too! She’s taken the profession into next-level genius. Like the comedians who get the Mark Twain Award … she’s THAT caliber.

[@babapambazuka2845]

She has definitely transcended the Millennial-specific humor I used to associate her with.

[@trustaminerht5951]

​@@LegacyOfKain339 I love how that dude hasn't responded back to you, she fr is blowing up and I'm gonna say it because I am that person. I liked her before everyone else did and I love it! She is so funny!!!

[@tactrix1h]

She's so good at putting honesty, Disney, and double entendre's together.

[@mr.doctorcaptain1124]

Definitely lacking in the honesty department but she is funny

[@Qermaq]

She's a pro at being a little raunchy but still seeming wholesome.

[@dudedysseus]

That's weirdly accurate.

[@Fettclone1]

The old dirty-clean.

[@markmac2206]

its that round wholesome face.

[@modestproposal9114]

@@markmac2206 ...that makes men want to make a life with her

[@andrewweitzman4006]

Not just raunchy, but ultraviolet dark comedy at times. She's come up in my algorithm for some reason, and a lot of the clips have humour in them that is whiplash between how casually funny they are while being black humour at its finest.

[@Timothymukansi]

Taylor's evolution as a comic has been insane. She's arguably the best in the industry right now.

[@matthewfernandez2698]

In my opinion this is her finest bit I've ever seen. I genuinely believe she's a comedic genius; everything from 1:42, "Touch nothing but the lamp", "flood the basement get security deposit" and the doorbell. She is not only funny but a GENIUS in using verbal metaphor.

[@Mastikator]

"nobody comes inside without touching the doorbell" That's what they should be teaching

[@hkr0065]

As someone who is ex-religious, this shit is on point 😂😂

[@dmenace9483]

Fun fact, she actually got her start doing the Church circuit in comedy. She said a joke that crossed the line and they booted her.

[@Moviebro]

Well that just made me a bigger fan then I already was.

[@mtaur4113]

@@dmenace9483 There was a subplot of the loosely-autobiographical-but-not-really series Crashing (by Pete Holmes) about this church comic stuff. That kinda makes sense with that context. Like a lot of sense actually.

[@williamsmith6213]

@@dmenace9483 Yeah well now she has her own special on Netflix. Jokes on those idiots

[@skols64]

heyooo same

[@ninjacoffeebunny4659]

My church taught that the naughty thing for girls was anything "entering the door". Lucky for us gals you can just keep ringing the doorbell and leave and your personal wellness visit is accomplished just the same.

[@clawsoon]

Now I've got Garfunkel and Oates' "Loophole" on my mind.

[@ninjacoffeebunny4659]

@@clawsoon Lol love that. I once had to take down a tiktok with that song because a guy friend who dueted with me couldn't... Ahem, "perform" with his girlfriend for a good while; he was actually getting "frustrated" it wasn't me. Apparently, it's a dangerous song 🤣 P.S. I've put it back up since because I realized it was his problem more than mine 🤣

[@clawsoon]

@@ninjacoffeebunny4659 Sounds like you've managed to make your life plenty interesting despite church, lol...

[@ninjacoffeebunny4659]

@@clawsoon lol, indeed!!!

[@markmac2206]

how does the church feel about the back door? or the little door upstairs?

[@tticusFinch]

As someone who has had a religious upbringing and still doesn't touch the doorbell, I loved Taylor's jokes. She accurately represented Christian beliefs and reasoning (which is already so much better than a lot of the comedians out there) while still delivering great comedy.

[@Subin_Roy]

As a Christian who tries to understand exactly what the Bible teaches, it disgusts me to see heavy burdens such as these, placed on us. The way the definition of lust is abused is just mind boggling. I hope the truth sets you free.

[@Subin_Roy]

@Cardboard Cape Well people define lust from; thinking "wow, she's a beauty", to actively planning on how to have sex with the woman unlawfully(biblically speaking). The latter is lust. The former isn't. Even imagining what it would be like to have sex with a person isn't wrong as long as you wouldn't actually do it unlawfully. The proper definition of lust is given by Paul as basically coveting(desiring to possess, typically unlawfully, what is not yours) in Romans 7:7.

[@A68061]

@Cardboard Cape my church most DEFINITELY did! You can’t think about sex which includes being “attracted” to someone. And you HAVE NO PRIVACY. God knows all your thoughts. Thinking of sin is sinful- is how they phrase it, and it’s HORRIBLE. I blame my religious upbringing for my anxiety & sexual aversion. It made me “weird” like Taylor said. Sucks.

[@z483gk]

@@A68061 I think religion is trying replace basic education and upbringing. It seems like they tried to solve a problem, that no matter what you tell to teenager, no matter what he tells you, you can't read his thoughts. And he can lie to you and do whatever he wants. So they made a rule, that god knows all your thoughts. So you wouldn't even think about things that elders don't want you to think. It really solves the problem usually, but aftereffects are anxiety and bad social skills. Elders don't care about that, as long as you did what they want while you were young, so they expect you to be the person they wanted you to be. They don't go through things that you will go through, like anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and etc. So, as adult, you constantly try to fight with those things, go to therapy, take pills and so on. You understand now, that there's no god, that always looks after you, it was just the method to affect you. But now you forced to fight with it till the gray hair. It is fucked up system, that has good intensions, but horrible aftereffects.

[@laurinha2892]

@@Subin_Roy Wait WHAT?! That's lust? That's it? Time to go read my bible ig

[@KxNOxUTA]

Honestly I'm so glad we're talking about female sexuality in the very best ways now and in the area of commedy, too! It's just wholesome to see that kind of normalisation. Thank you for survivig all of the ongoing mess to be where you are now, cause it makes quite a difference.

[@MaxL6297]

Right!

[@no-qo2rc]

100%

[@Stray..]

I’m right with her on the religious upbringing. I wasn’t able to hold out until adulthood though, I knew all about the “doorbell” long before then! I look forward to her being a household name. She is one of the smartest comedians around right now.

[@kennymos9007]

She already is a household name as you can tell. Smart girl.

[@Stray..]

@@kennymos9007 I’m talking about the levels of Wanda Sykes etc. She is just as funny.

[@kennymos9007]

@@Stray.. haven't heard much Wanda but the one bit I heard of hers was pretty good. Super good.

[@cerenk498]

What is door bell?

[@kennymos9007]

@@cerenk498 a door bell is this button you press at a house entrance so they know a guest has arrived, but she means the clitoris.

[@TonyTylerDraws]

I don't think I've ever seen a bad set from her. Years ago she was good and she just keeps getting better. She knows her audience, she has the delivery down tight, and her subject matter is specific but also relatable.

[@RyzNytch]

2:40 “Touch nothing but the lamp” absolutely SENT ME 😩😩😩🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jessessempijja]

Taylor Tomlinson just preached a whooole sermon🙌🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@okmega22]

The "I'm just renting this from the guy upstairs" is horrifyingly insightful about the indoctrination the church puts people through

[@jimmiller5600]

Hey, those franchises dreamed up Heaven and when that wasn't enough to fill the coffers they created Hell. Seriously good marketing departments.

[@Born_Yashish]

Unless it turns out to be true. In that case, it's just insightful.

[@jimmiller5600]

@@Born_Yashish Great sales pitch ya got there. Only costs 10% of your income? Sweet.

[@Virvepaulina]

That's true!!

[@walkinginfavor4383]

Lmao....

[@belenlg5978]

I chuckled a bit with her special, but mostly I was impressed at her openness on very hard memories. You could tell it was honest and personal, and I dont mean just this bit but on her mum and mental health struggles

[@stela9046]

What did she say about her mum? I saw the special I just can't recall what you're referencing.

[@raquelmarcalsantos]

@@stela9046 her mom’s death? Are you sure you watched it? She has two specials…

[@stela9046]

@@raquelmarcalsantos yes I haven't watched in a while but I saw both her specials. Now I can recall this but still can't recall the jokes. I'll have to watch it again!

[@raquelmarcalsantos]

@@stela9046 it’s worth it hahaha

[@Chuulip]

You know you're a genius comedian when half the audience isn't smart enough for half the lines. She deserved way more laughs! This is brilliant!

[@juliawitecka889]

As someone who grew up Catholic (with fairly relaxed parents, but ones that always reminded me of my background), I felt so validated and laughed so much 😂😭 it was a wonderful experience!!! Thank you Taylor ❤️

[@treetrain]

I'm so happy for her! She has worked so hard to get here. She deserves every bit of success

[@TassieDinkum90]

The ONE benefit of my religious upbringing is retaining biblical knowledge that comes in handy at pub quizzes.

[@johnvelas70]

Catholic grade school til the 8th grade. I can confirm her lecture on what "the" sin is. Also fun fact, 2 kids asked for absolution right then & there in the cafeteria.

[@rebeccajackson4984]

It was the double meaning of "flooding the basement" for me. 🤣👌

[@FeartheCyr611]

"I will back up" Physically backs up!

[@Kiwi-lime]

“Nobody comes inside without touching the doorbell” was hilarious

[@user-rz8lg7sp4t]

"Touch nothing but the lamp." Had me 😂😆😂

[@nicolelv1477]

Her make up is always on point…love her face it glows!!!

[@SteveSmith-os5bs]

Having left religion at age 59, I was surprised to see how much less stressful life is. I don't have to worry about the things we do that just makes us human and I don't have be judgmental about others. It's great I wish I had known about this in my twenties.

[@TheKillahKyla]

Sorry it took you so long. Were you raised in Christianity?

[@SteveSmith-os5bs]

@@TheKillahKyla yes

[@writerconsidered]

Well that's definitely an interesting story. Most people either lose it young or stay cemented in it for the rest of their lives. But to leave it at 59 is different. Can you do quick synopsis on how that happened?

[@SteveSmith-os5bs]

@writerconsidered I was raised LDS. I went on a 2 mission at 19, I was married in the Temple, and I was an amateur historian, like most Mormons, the church was the center of my life. At age 50, I took a deep dive into the rabbit hole that was LDS church. I also did a lot of study into Biblical history. So long story, short, I'm done, I am a lot happier being an agnostic.

[@mimafigueroa9022]

Sorry, but one day you will see that you were in the right place. I know it will be late and so much stressful for you. With all respect.

[@Wanderingartemis]

Comparing church to a frat house is both a hilarious read and the most painfully accurate description I've ever heard.

[@angelmatos9143]

Honesty makes the best comedy 🎭

[@kennymos9007]

Nothing destroys something like laughter.

[@AlvinLeowProperty]

This is the best of her jokes... Laughing non stop...

[@axylick]

"That's his move." "Is this your move?" The two somehow add up

[@richgreen5499]

Hooked on Taylor: timing, pauses, stories, transitions, facial expressions, body language. All the things that I want to learn/do in my purely amateur routines. What's interesting is that her humor and laugh lines are very different than those of the "Boomer" generation. I'll be fine, thank you, as long as I never, ever say: "When I was your age ..... " Rock on Taylor!

[@sunnytoppo7466]

Nobody comes inside without touching the doorbell 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 That was fcuking lit 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Moose92411]

"Touch nothing but the lamp" made me laugh out loud and also completely rethink my times watching Aladdin😂

[@Perissh1]

"Nobody comes inside without touching the doorbell" 😂😂

[@Whatarenargles]

What does it mean? Consent?

[@OmegaII]

@@WhatarenarglesI am going with you are genuinely asking. So door bell = Clitoris

[@Whatarenargles]

@@OmegaII appreciate it, thanks!

[@Mackinstyle]

This whole set deserved far more laughs. Taylor is going to be HUGE. One of those comedians who comes by once in a generation.

[@katesclabassi3857]

Why is her "no lust, touch nothing but the lamp" exactly what my religious school inadvertently taught me too 😂

[@ekdaufin1485]

So brilliant! Marvelous! ❤

[@GarthDixson]

Personally, "If I flood the basement I don't get my security deposit back" was the best line. Best comedy writer and so young.

[@Cvfdsx]

Her control over her bodylaguish and facialexpressions is pure genius😂😂😂 I go across Europe to see her next tour😍

[@ShikiPirs]

Touch nothing but the lamp, I needed to watch it 3 times before I understood that's what Jafar said to Aladdin, haha

[@xshadowolf2]

Right before going into the cave of wonders no less

[@cherkovision]

Actually it was the Cave of Wonders itself, not Jafar, who said it.

[@LizAya22]

God it’s not just the jokes. It’s the personality and just the refreshing nature she gives off. The boys “WHY” to the metaphor of the house and her body to the INCREDIBLY WELL TIMED pauses and changes in her tone. She is hands down the best comedian out there right now. Always makes me just rewatch the video out of pure joy and laughter. P.S her analogies are NEXT level. Love Taylor so much! (Not swift)

[@ZachsMind]

"That joke makes it sound like I resent my religious upbringing... and I do. So I nailed it."

[@lullabysmokes7162]

And we were like "For Sure For Sure" Fucken hilarious ...

[@gabrielcalouro3136]

She’s gotten so much funnier. It’s so great to see comedians evolve.

[@mitchellclark4377]

Her extended analogies are my favourite thing about her comedy. Simply golden.

[@TheUnkindness]

''That joke makes it sound like I resent my religious upbringing. And I do, so I NAILED it.'' What a great pun that seems to have flown over everybody's head

[@lindamorris7332]

TOTALLY CRACKED ME UP!!!!

[@hejimony]

@@lindamorris7332 even her jokes have their own jokes.

[@jesssayin5986]

Clever and funny. It's the "touch nothing but the lamp" for me.

[@LucumLuftra]

nobody comes inside without touching the doorbell is a great line

[@roseconlon6773]

“Thank god for the freebie and have an awesome day” fucking DESTROYED ME 🤣

[@tamstastylife8149]

Yes she’s not only funny but I just love her happy gorgeous face to look at too

[@christopherjamesboudoir]

Oh my jeebus that is fucking great. I died at the "touch nothing but the lamp" line and thought it couldn't get any better. Then she comes with the knockout punch with the "doorbell"!

[@StevenBanks123]

Some very sharp writing here.

[@bw6138]

Ouch, I cut myself. That writing was too "sharp".

[@Scarliner]

"Nobody comes inside without touching the doorbell!" 😂😂😂

[@Mewse1203]

Her metaphors are just amazing.

[@StevesAfan]

What an insightful woman! Wow, I really love her capturing the truth of what she sees in life.

[@rtc3]

The clip ends too quick, "nobody comes inside without touching the doorbell" is such a good payoff.

[@geenadarling]

SHE SAID TOUCH NOTHING BUT THE LAMP! 🤣🤣🤣

[@LL-dl4df]

im so dead from this!! the girl looks like someone you want to be friends with. and I am glad people with nice cheeks are finally represented! she looks like my sister LOL

[@MicroMidas]

😂 She's _so_ funny! And her delivery is always *on point!*

[@guilhermeluvuisa1940]

My favorite one was, "nobody comes inside without touching the doorbell"

[@ekdaufin1485]

This is SO smart and great and funny!🎉

[@karakarabonita]

I swear Taylor Tomlinson is one of the smartest comedians of the modern era

[@thechippedtoothsurfercts528]

On my life the next advert that came up on KZbin was for Ring Doorbells. I nearly died 😂

[@tritone11]

Taylor T. went from “meh” to “absolutely epic” in my book. She is so free now, it’s awesome.

[@Mark-v7y8t]

You're awesome, Taylor. Attractive, hilarious, intelligent and courageous. Keep up the great work!

[@PlzPr3sspl4y]

This wonderful woman hits it out-of-the-park every time. If you don't find this humorous, you probably lack intelligence and/or a sense of humor. Keep em' coming Taylor. Great work!

[@kennymos9007]

Lol

[@sandman5973]

No one said she’s not funny?

[@woooooooo9061]

Lacks intelligence? It's hardly rocket science ffs. But funny? It is not.

[@kennymos9007]

@@woooooooo9061 lol

[@PlzPr3sspl4y]

@@sandman5973 Read through the comments section.

[@loud_and_immodest]

"Touch nothing but the lamp" I DIED 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jamesalexander5025]

This is just so smart and so funny that I can’t help but be impressed and laugh. Signed, a Christian Minister 😂

[@L.ysergicSD]

"Signed, a brainwashed soul"

[@natiaron8617]

@@L.ysergicSD it's nice to see a Christian minister who is based enough to enjoy the comedic aspect.

[@L.ysergicSD]

@@natiaron8617 women aren't funny

[@a.a9021]

@@L.ysergicSD Someone woke up on the wrong side of the bed this morning

[@basstt5615]

@@L.ysergicSD when your just like the people you try to criticize

[@johnrobinson4445]

I now know that I must be sure to touch - caress - the old doorbell before entering.

[@bigdaddyjoe2819]

Loved the whole special!!! Can't wait for the next one!!!

[@eilsmile8732]

Her facial expressions says a whole lot!!!!!!!😅

[@jenniferholmes9718]

That’s hilarious! This was so good. She’s such a great comedian

[@RascalRoscoe]

I get down on the Aladdin reference. "Touch nothing but the lamp." 😂😂😂😂😂

[@cyasmiles4613]

She had made my path to healing an absolute joy at times.

[@theresaandrade8261]

Her analogies are so witty and hilarious. I love her comedy so much.

[@ShikiPirs]

omg, her metaphors are just ANOTHER LEVEL) DOOR BELL you guys)

[@jrdnaris9447]

She’s making her way to being my favorite comedian

[@davidlucey1311]

I was raised a staunch Irish Catholic… my therapist drives a Porsche. Draw your own conclusions.

[@LanaKennedy121]

Was that an Aladdin quote I heard? “Touch nothing but the lamp” When Jafar send la Aladdin into the cave of wonders 😂

[@IMatchoNation]

Taylor has Carlin-levels of potential, I'm keeping an eye out for sure! Much love from The Netherlands!

[@SpicyMayoVegas]

Classic. Earned the Ribs and Cheeks hurting from laughter the good ol’ fashioned way. ❤️‍🩹 🧸📸❤️‍🩹

[@SonGoku56245]

She is incredibly brilliant and funny.

[@calico27]

The metaphors in this were all top class!

[@georgelelandturner]

Tight metaphors Taylor, well done

[@id104335409]

"Touch nothing but the lamb" lololol I'm having that tattooed under my belly! So when she asks...

[@punishmentforall]

Very clever piece - she's a great talent and at the beginning of a long and illustrious career.

[@calliedaly1940]

💀 laughed soooo freaking hard. “ only touch the lamp”. 💀💀💀

[@thewayhobibrokeitdowninhan6083]

That house allegory was amazing!

[@katiechisholm]

“Touch nothing but the lamp” 🤣

[@freddybenelli9100]

I mean I knew she was funny, but this material is so polished you can see your reflection. Great bit.

[@bryanmlally]

She has rapidly cemented herself next to Mitch Hedberg and John Mulaney as one of my favorite comics.