Why I'm Not Afraid of Death

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[@MattColbo]

hey the video is still playing you jerk stop scrolling down here looking for entertainment I worked hard on that video GIVE IT A CHANCE

[@alexandertheok9610]

Nah

[@aeshaeshaesh]

Don't tell me what to do.

[@abcabc-oh9gc]

MULTITASKING

[@DG-mg9yn]

NEVER!!!! Anyway, hope you're holding up well Matt. Have a great day.

[@aferotorrington1909]

Sorry

[@PapaFlammy69]

The thought that you might fall off a cliff with your wonky ass chair at some point is scaring me the most ;_;

[@MattColbo]

pretty wobbly and on pretty uneven ground who knows Papa, I mightn't have long left

[@PapaFlammy69]

@@MattColbo ;_;

[@randaranatunga7259]

Knowing that the chair was wonky, Matt still gave us this amazing poetic masterpiece, I guess Matt truly is one with the all knowing And one agains the big fat bugs Yuck, no bugs please

[@sfdjk]

Papa flammy

[@MeChoonChannel]

@@MattColbo Almost got gadooshed into the oshun, bapa.

[@connorodonoghue7793]

I thought that this was the setup for a perfect ‘your mom’ joke, instead the punchline was so so much better

[@peacegirl9153]

I thought the same thing

[@taylorsessions4143]

I was actually looking forward to the cheap 'yo momma' joke.

[@qwfp]

Well, it still could be

[@rayhanrizkiramadhan586]

He always puts subtitles in "your mom" joke videos

[@NotaTechGuy177]

“Bug even bigger than your mom”

[@jmunt]

Therapist: “What is your greatest fear?” Me: “I don’t know, maybe, losing those I love?” Therapist: •pulling out a tarantula• “Guess again, idiot”

[@stevethompson222]

I instinctively read that in Dwight Shrute’s voice.

[@squ1dd13]

i hate to be "that guy", but just for the record, if you define "bug" as being an insect (as most dictionaries do), then a tarantula wouldn't count (since it's an arachnid). sorry everyone, please carry on enjoying the joke

[@MTGandP]

@@squ1dd13 A tarantula is not an insect but it is 100% a bug and I refuse to let anyone tell me otherwise

[@henrywheeler3928]

S-tier Comment

[@silphate9836]

@@MTGandP tarantulas, or even spiders in general biologically aren't not bugs or insects (despite what Pokemon and Nintendo want you to believe)

[@LaughBoys]

I’m here for Matt’s ability to intertwine comedy with poetry and consistently beautiful landscape imagery… But also eww bugs are like so icky

[@2462bf2]

True wordsmith

[@TheGKFront]

It's so interesting because for me, what scares me most... Is your mother Matt. She scares me so much. :(

[@smajet5640]

I was 100% expecting a yo momma joke.

[@asiltel]

What’s so scary about me??!!!!

[@CreativeIsolation]

Colbo’s mom replied to your comment!

[@TheGKFront]

@@asiltel I'm sorry Lisa :( I had to make a yo momma joke, the audience demands it now.

[@asiltel]

@@TheGKFront it’s all good…..I don’t mind at all!! Haha

[@John73John]

Last time I was this early, "Tom Scott" was standing in that shitty field in Russia.

[@nursetobee.]

That field scares me

[@John73John]

@@nursetobee. Well yeah it's probably full of big bugs.

[@MattColbo]

let's make this the last time that field is spoken about again

[@John73John]

@@MattColbo You're right, of course. Must I allow a big bug to crawl on me as punsishment?

[@dansihvonen8218]

@@MattColbo 😁

[@rei.of.sunshine]

We’re literally doing fear poetry at my school right now and I’m contemplating sending this to my teacher lmao

[@amrazing33]

I guess Matt approved

[@joshwantstotravel9516]

Record your own version of this

[@Praecantetia]

schools in other countries do that?..

[@grasje1]

Just do it!

[@samg7646]

do it coward

[@Danymok]

This is going to be one of those legendary videos that everyone rewatches for years to come, because it will always resonate with people. Because big bugs are freaky

[@NyscanRohid]

Dooby McFoosen

[@Lpow425]

Truly beautiful words. The informal rhyming pattern makes it almost come across as unintentional. And the joke takes it to the next level without ruining what came before. Well done

[@MattColbo]

Very kind Laura, thank you.

[@estebanabad2795]

Agree completely with you

[@GameWorldRS]

Plot twist: Matt is just a poet too afraid to publish his work so he makes funny videos with a joke at the end so people don't notice they just listened to his poetry

[@merrymerrymead7749]

Such a beautiful backdrop. The dude in the way was alright too i suppose.

[@cyrilanderson]

Aye. Matt should try to wrangle a sponsorship from Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism. ;)

[@robbertvandermeijden]

Matt I don’t think you get enough recognition for how genuinely well you know your way around words. Good shit dude

[@C017ON]

I fully agree expected this to be another 'your mom' joke

[@notfunny3397]

I thought it was gonna be about my mom again. You betrayed my expectations. And I could not have been more relieved.

[@iwatchwithnoads7480]

tbh my mom is pretty scary

[@EricSundquistKC]

I'm definitely reading this at our Solstice poetry reading

[@swetac5764]

Lowkey disappointed that it's not a yo mama joke.

[@MrMighty147]

Some constructive feedback about this video that I liked very much: I get that this is a recurring joke that you do and they have been funny in the past. But - and I truly mean this, and not in a "I'm watching this at midnight and so everything feels more deep and more personally touching than it actually is" kind of way - *This is genuinely good poetry* Up until the end it carried genuine meaning and you could have very easily turned this into a serious poem. And I truly believe that this is something that you could do and maybe even *should* explore next to your comedy - which is excellent ;-) But you obviously have a talent for poetry as well, albeit only explored in the context of comedy so far - which is fine of course. I guess all I'm saying is: Do more of this. Maybe without it having to be comedic for a change? Or maybe if it is comedic try going through with it till the end and actually incorporate the punchline into the poem, instead of making "the poem abruptly ending and juxtaposing the meaningful contents of it with an obviously mundane and common phobia" the joke. I know that you can do that. And I of course also know that you don't need anyone to tell you what to do - let alone a random stranger. You are doing great and will go far. It's just my way too long comment because I really liked this poem. Hoping to "Not having a Cent left to spend" at old age was the line that really hit me. Great job.

[@mtsl7780]

I was just thinking this. Matt could definitely have some sort of future in emotive writing. You are really talented Matthew. However, I think snakes are arguably scarier than big bugs. Although spiders do quite scare me. In summary: I am weak. Back to the point. I conclude that Matthew is good at comedy. Matthew is also good at feelings.

[@theyohohoho6247]

I literaly read this comment on midnight

[@bcdm999]

I honestly was captivated by the poetry too. I knew it would end the way it did (okay, that's a lie, I thought it would end with a "your mom" bit), but I hope that he can make a fully serious one at some point And y'all are weird, wasps are the ones that are scary as hell

[@ncls.1371]

Also it's really funny when you don't know whether there'll be the comde9ic twist or not u till the very end

[@TheBlank8234]

Yeah I love these videos but I can't help but wonder what a serious ending could have been.

[@AlexSinclair]

I was waiting for a "Your mom" joke so much that I was actually caught off guard by this.

[@Lozoot2]

As a great man once said, "There is nothing to fear but fear itself. And giant mutant spiders. Those things are fuckin' terrifying, you ever seen them? God, we never shoulda funded that. Seriously, big mistake."

[@jimmygalpin6660]

Wow Mat your recent cigarette habit has really done wonders for your skin quality. I can see the limitless health benefits from such a productive habit written clearly all over your wondrous face. Thank you you beautiful man, you have inspired me to be better

[@ethanl9845]

“But then is then, and then is not now, so dwelling on then would be vain. Better to just do it all now, so when then comes around I can sit, and live now all over again.” Dang.

[@mickey4125]

Yeah that really stood out for me

[@pratik.7599]

Big bugs are scary and all but this, "it's better to just do it all now, so when then comes around i can sit and live 'now' all over again" damn

[@tarmopungas]

Incredible flow, Matt. Really bugs me.

[@vari1535]

The way you managed to keep the dialogue flowing so naturally while also including noticeable rhymes is just... *chef's kiss* beautiful poetry

[@Blazedancer1997]

Definitely thought it was going to be my mom

[@JonasBuechnerArt]

Same here, what happened to my mom?

[@nlmrpolo]

This, is what shall later be remembered as art that represents this century

[@logangrove4103]

What scares me most is not death or dying, not heights, not flying, not loss, not growing up, nor regret from not trying. And even though they all can be terrifying, they aren't what scares me most. What scares me most is not failure, rejection, or never again feeling genuine connection. I'm fearful of love, but just as all the above, it isn't what scares me most. I never want to see friends closest to me stop smiling if their paths become a little unclear. Nor do I, in five years, want to bumble into mom and dad's basement bathroom and see a flop standing in the mirror. It's weird that all I formerly feared seems so slight. Loud noises and light confrontation, standing on stage for my first graduation, a pretty first-world fear, first gear, but for some, as far as it gets. And that's fine. Just, I hope that if I'm lucky enough to reach gray and old, and a little less bold, alright, when I have nothing but to recall the past, I hope that by then, I've not a cent left to spend, or else I'd be truly aghast. But then is then, and then is not now, so dwelling on then would be vain. Better to just do it all now so when then comes around, I can sit, live now all over again. But other things still scare me more. Losing my dog, discovering that I'm not good enough, just falling off the edge of the coast. But none of that comes close to what scares me most, because what scares me most is like big bugs. You know when bugs are just huge, like they're flapping, they're creepy. Yeah, I can't stand big bugs. Am I right? Am I right? God, they're so gross. What are we talking about?

[@jrw3353]

Keep being awesome. Fantastic delivery and pace!

[@CyningofLindum]

This ain’t gold, this is platinum

[@dumoulin11]

I always love how superbly written your videos are.

[@dy2980]

Relatable. Especially the last one.

[@rachelpanth5527]

In my many years of KZbin wisdom I have discovered many gems, they come and they go but this channel may be the greatest of them all.

[@FBI-dr4bk]

Love coming back to this video. You made a real special video Matt.

[@2462bf2]

You genuinely have an amazing way with words. Poetry at its finest. Keep doing what you're doing 👌

[@tylertyndal3423]

Every time with these I start reflecting on life and getting thoughtful then about half way through I remember who I'm watching and then feel silly the whole time knowing that I'm gonna get whiplash if I don't prepare myself for the joke that's coming

[@reyagopal]

oh my gosh matt this is beautiful. the staccato of the words turned into a flow that rhymes so sweetly. u r a very lovely writer.

[@Tomahawkist_]

your poems are great, the rhymes, the conclusion, everything

[@TempusViator]

Man I BELIEVED you. That poem was so touching and I was waiting for the joke and FINALLY you convinced me it was actually a serious video... only to betray me

[@pancakel8275]

I just want to say that it's REALLY sweet that the background colour for the credits was synced up to the KZbin dark theme. Next level blending in. Love it! Also, your poetry is beautiful.

[@reyrick01]

I love the rhyming poem structure of these videos so much ❤️ Comedy AND quality

[@markuszuegg8256]

Honesty love your vids so much, brighten up my day every time

[@sidehoe3370]

Greatly appreciate the fact that it takes a genuinely well-written and interesting buildup to make a punchline like that possible.

[@PY11235]

Love it! I swear I always come to these videos knowing I'm gonna leave with a big ol smile on my face.

[@draxter_07]

Matt, you really deserve much more attention than the one you've got. I get really happy seeing your numbers getting bigger (pp size hasnt increased though) and more and more people getting driven to this channel. In videos like that, one can appreciate a lot of dedication and effort, a lot of time dedicated to the thought; one can see a work of art, a punchline that, besides being actually funny, does not take away the deepness of the main speech. A mind can experience sadness and be driven directly to happiness in one single video; although the laugh may care some yet-to-come reflection. This kind of content is sparse, and earlier in this earth would be treated as it should. Hope to see you as big and popular as you deserve friend matthew, thanks!

[@MattColbo]

that is very kind Draxter, thank you my friend

[@Millie-um2bi]

This is my favourite type of video you make. Thankyou

[@Toastie1305]

Every video you make is literal art. Thank you.

[@atomsofstardust]

Subversion of expectations by not telling “your mamma” joke! What a classy individual!

[@ClassicDannyboy]

This was the first video i watched of matt, and i had no idea what i was in for. im glad this got recommended to me on KZbin so i could hang around for all the amazing videos in the future.

[@boloreynoso3054]

“I hope that if I’m lucky enough to reach gray and old and a little less bold, when I have nothing but to recall the past, I hope that by then I’ve not a cent left to spend or else, I’d be truly aghast. But then is then and then is not now, so dwelling on then would be vain, better to just do it all now, so when then comes around. I can sit and live now all over again…” best piece of poetry ever

[@mizzle3595]

Matt I must say these are by far my favorite videos. I don’t know if their numbers are better, or if you enjoy making them as much as the others but they’re BANGERS.

[@whatskraken3886]

It was a matt colbo video so i knew it was gonna end with a meme but the bit before the meme was genuinely impressive and really beautiful writing

[@MrEdshep]

As ever, brilliant. Thanks.

[@DomeShot52]

Oh he got BarZZzzZzzz. You're the man, an absolute Legend! Thanks for all these videos, they are awesome!

[@mehnottoday]

This is so relatable, thanks for speaking up about it

[@spacemanspif2]

nicely done my dude

[@damonwayne7760]

I was literally thinking for myself that you haven't uploaded in a while thank you for this nice poem frend Matthew XD

[@7921kenny]

I love this format!

[@joshualouttit2141]

bro you're actually mad talented fr

[@cookieshop_4668]

I love this type of content. You never know what you're gonna get but you know there will be some kind of joke at the end. Every video like this I sit there anticipating the joke and every time it still catches me by surprise.

[@maimai-se2rv]

Your right!!! Thank you so much it really helps me to know i'm not alone

[@MrTitanicfanatic2]

Idk how but you've accidentally become one of the most wholesome channels on this platform. Grade A cinematography, genuinely poignant and emotional poetry, and one of the most wholesome senses of humor I've ever seen.

[@Obrodo]

I don't catch all the videos anymore since I'm busy. But when I do, its honestly a highlight of my day. Thanks fam.

[@clovisje9439]

this inspirational message with the wind in the background really hits different.

[@hyethere7162]

You are truly amazing matt, I am not saying this to console you - I'm speaking genuinely from my heart. I am just so thankful that you share your talent to the world, and I'm able to see them. I have to go to school right now so I have to end this comment here, and that's a shame because this doesn't convey half of my love and support for you. You are great really. Hope you have a great day matt.

[@elias_martinelli]

I can see the wind finally did calm down. At least for those 3 minutes, I hope you did not have to wait for too long.

[@bsnow304]

I can see my name from here! Proud to support such a wonderful poet

[@TheCrossx6]

trully a masterful performance. very nice

[@GreenDave113]

Honestly you have quite the skill for writing poems.. disregarding the joke, I really enjoyed the rhymed part, I love your style.

[@HyphenatedReality]

This reminded me October Poetry Writing Month is coming up, and now I'm feeling pumped to write something every day

[@smahmed95]

You're the best Matt!

[@acrella]

Simply perfection.

[@torobeb]

damn, this was much more relatable than I expected

[@exploringtheplanetsn]

Totally sounds like one of the conversations I would have, definitely deep line of thought until it started getting to the bug part.

[@katherineh3206]

It's always now, Matt.... Garter snakes. They're innocuous enough, but I am forced to dance every time one crosses my path. Did it twice in a row when the first one appeared right around the bend from a first one I met on a lonely asphalt path, the second one obviously pregnant and moving slow without a single indication it wanted to harm me. I did the brain dance both times, choreographed with the same exact moves (moves I couldn't replicate consciously if I tried), something between an Olympic quadruple Salchow and you meeting a really big jumping insect, involving spinning and moving all my limbs erratically. But the same exact neurological dance each time. Observers told me that. From my vantage point I was just the center post in a merry-go-round that had stripped it's gears and whose horses weren't fond of snakes either. Don't be scared, Matt, subbed from the West Coast, USA. Enjoy your original take on the world. It's there for the picking, but it's you that's picking it. We enjoy your friends' contributions, too. We've decided they all must be very intelligent...or something, but they get points for helping you out like good friends do.

[@catdogman23]

Not for a second did I think there wouldn't be a punchline, but it was long enough that I was invested in the realism of the poem and still laugh at the ending. bravo

[@colin3504]

Nice one Matt!

[@ppmico]

you're an artist!

[@vinwey]

you are great writer. And a great chooser of backgroudn also.

[@secretcraimbow8571]

I decided to go full screen to watch this, was not disappointed

[@grayzelfx]

God bless you Matt Colbo. Honestly I think you'd do a great one man show.

[@goodboi650]

Fully expected that thing you absolutely know what I'm talking about.

[@jacquesstrauss6975]

I love your content!!!!

[@tommysan64]

Matt this is truly beautiful!

[@xlloydx7414]

I’m so glad you took our piece of advice to tell the wind to die down!

[@Natalie-101]

The beginning of this was genuinely beautiful

[@user-fu8mm9lh8o]

Yo this is genuine good poetry

[@markcontreras6453]

That was simply amazing.

[@hernerwerzog9700]

okay but that location is marvelous

[@leakypipe3348]

Good shit bro

[@robowealthy820]

'What were we talking about?'

[@Gilb0matic]

thank you

[@davi.mousinho]

Dude, besides the joke, that's beautiful! I mean, loved the joke, but man, your writting is really great! Also, I am scared of big bugs as well! Peace!

[@DriverScottieC]

THANK YOU!

[@nathanyein9968]

i was waiting for that yo mama joke. but this... this is better. You're amazing.

[@samkonstan5254]

Okay but you could be such an amazing poet

[@matthewmedeiros5533]

This felt like an original tribute to Norm. I know he's your 1st/2nd favorite comedian and I know he'd laugh at this joke. Well friggin done

[@AryanSingh-hw3kg]

You had us in the first half💀

[@AryanSingh-hw3kg]

PS : I hate big bugs too (in my code💀)

[@zeenoyb]

God, that was deep... I've seen way too many in my life, I'm fucking traumatised man so like I totally get it 😔 stay strong, we'll get thru this together 💪🏾🤍

[@emosewasikcin]

I appreciate the fact you made your end card the same color as the youtube dark mode background 👌