Tim Minchin WAAPA Speech 

“It’s not only lonely at the top but populated by unnecessary chairs” - I love you Tim.

I love you so much!

God I love Tim, what a wonderful a world we'd have if we had more Tims in this fruited up world.

Like everything Tim does, this little talk is worth listening to over and over and over.

My daughter worked in the arts field in a front of house job and I always remember her coming home and telling me what a " lovely, kind and warm person Tim is. You always walk the talk Tim, and that is extraordinary. Thankyou for being kind to my daughter.

What I loved about this is about being Kind. I am an educator on an anti bullying team. I wish I had you talking about this in general terms Tim to show to our high school students. Here is a successful person who is kind and advocates the value of kindness. That is worth so much to the world.

He might add "Being a friggin genius doesn't hurt your chances." He's a good case for studying the classics - literature, philosophy, history, music - and then applying them all to a trade. One can see his knowledge of these things supporting his comedic talents, putting him on a different plane than most of those considered his peers.

Thank you. This is something I really needed to hear; I've been practicing art for 21 years, and I've only just recently believed my work is worth being sold. I think your words were the final push I needed to start showing the world what I can do, because I'm the best at being me ❤

I'm so glad Tim got and gets the recognition he deserves for all of the incredible things he does

Few artists will speak at commencement ceremonies. They aren't glamorous. They are often tedious and require you to sit through the graduation of hundreds of strangers. Tim, however, speaks often, especially at his alma mater(s). What matters to him is how young people are launched into their careers. His remarks are works of art. He plainly invests much time, thought, and heart into crafting his words of advice. Those words are as sensible and practical as they are lyrical. In everything he says you can hear the rhythm of the artist. If you saw Tim on the street, with his shaggy hair, beard, and unusual clothes, and if you did not know who he was, you would probably not guess that he is a brilliant, artistic humanist, with a love of family and a heart of gold. The man is awesome.

"Be kind, and if in doubt, double down". What a wonderful way to live one's life. ❤

I’m not artistically inclined in any of the ways that Tim rambled through in this speech. I’m sort of a scientist, I played at being a pharmacist for 30 years. And much of the advice Tim offered was perfectly suited to my career. Most of what he said is just good advice on how to be a good human being. We need more of those.

Tim, I love the fact that you're such a decent human being.

What an amazing speech. This could really be beneficial to people going through anything...

Tim Minchin! One of the best humans EVER!!! Talent, beauty, humor and intelligence, all rolled into a sweet genius! Love and Peace

This is so incredible, and I can't thank you enough for being everything you are. I'm inspired by you!

Congrats to tim, having such success and a career that allows him to do what he enjoys for the most part and to get an honorary degree means that you mean a lot. Then I'm here enjoying all the wins and inspirational moments of these great speeches.

Why did I just just now discover this guy now? I have spent 4 hours today watching your videos. What an amazing person you are.

What this man says resonates with my entire career, even though I am a retired scientist; but never in a thousand lifetimes could I express them better. The world needs more Tim Minchin.

Great speech! Looking forward to your concert tonight!❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🖤 Yep, awesome! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

Thank you. I just graduated and got into a field where no one realistically makes any money, but I love this field. Even if I already knew it all deep down I really needed to hear what you said. Thank you Tim

This is my favorite speech from Tim. He is so modest for someone so accomplished.

Thank you Tim, for your uplifting and entertaining wander down memory lane, and advice for those who, like you, choose to take the road less travelled. I loved the emphasis on authenticity and kindness delivered in Tim's usual gracious, witty and perspicacious way. Be yourself, because everyone else is taken and in the end, only kindness matters. In a world where you can be anything, be kind.

Amazing life advice, this man continues to amaze me as a real human. Thank's for the inspirational speech Tim.

Thank you for sharing. This was lovely. As a college student getting nearer to finals, I needed that ❤

This is just what I needed. Thank you.

If there's any single one person that can speak from one's soul, it is Tim. Thank you for being genuine and kind...always. Your soul speaks to the depths of mine.

"It's not only lonley at the top but populated by unnecessary chairs" That's gotta be the best damn quote of the century

Consume everything this man outputs. It is golden on so many levels.

Thank you for everything you do and everything you are, Tim. You're making this world a better place

This is something that I needed to hear, packaged by Tim. It resonated more with me this time. Well done.

Tim is absolutely amazing. I think he’s one of the best poets in our generation.

Inspirational. Thanks Tim, you're a legend.

You are amazing, talented, & funny, & such a joy and inspiration. Thank you for being you.

Thank you. That was perfect.

Beautifully said as always Tim. Congratulations on your unexpected, yet obviously well considered and applauded Honorary Doctorate.

Brazil loves you, Tim! What a great speech and advices! Congrats! (:

Being kind to the crew is the best advice! If you are kind we (the crew in black) will (most of us) bend over backwards and go the extra mile to make you shine this little bit more (or just make your life a little easier). If you are a pr!#k... harder for all

You, Tim, renew my optimism that there are still truly good people in this world. Thank you.

Love your honesty Tim...truly an amazingly talented human being. 💕

Tim only seems to get younger with time

Great thoughts, expressed well. Many points of your speech, touched receptive places in my brain. I'm so glad/grateful I can enjoy what you share, and that you continue to share it. You inspire me to be a better, more authentic, kinder, me. Best wishes for your future success, and that you feel the warmth you put out into the world, reflected back on you. Happy Trails...

This is a lovely speech with some great advice, thanks a lot.

"Be kind" is the gold in this Tim ❤

Legend! Nuff said! You make me proud to be an Aussie, thanks.

Lovely speech! At times had the crowd wondering whether to laugh or take into deep consideration. Probably did both at times!

Your the best Tim, makes me feel happy humans such as you exist.

This is the most rewarding video I have watched in 2020

Heart warming and motivational.

At freshman orientation, one of the professors in a group lecture accidentally said "if you can live without being a musician, you shouldn't be here." The other professors quickly jumped in to silence her - she'd just told the customers not to buy the product if they don't really need it. But she was absolutely right. One by one, as the next four years passed, all the students that were there because they didn't know what else to do, or because their parents had convinced them to be there, or because they just wanted to express themselves and weren't interested in technique - they all left. Sometimes I wish I'd left, too. But music was never a choice for me. I've been a professional for over thirty years now, and sometimes I still wish I was good at something that makes more money. But I'm here, I've survived. I've worked with amazing talents, made such astonishing art that, if I never sing again, I can die proud. It didn't make me famous, it didn't make me rich, it didn't win me friends. Most of my friends don't even know or care that I sing. But I have the respect of my musical peers, and I have self-respect because, like Tim, I am the best at what I do. I'm the best at being me. And I just wish it hadn't taken me so long to realize the truth of his words.

Thanks Tim-really inspiring

You are the best human!

Amazing words from a brilliant human x

This could be four hours long and I still wouldn't press pause to get a drink, run to pee, have a quick ciggie or stir my spaghetti sauce I would be planted in my chair just listening. PS....when does the extended version come out?

congrats!

Thanks Fieldy!

His cadence is so beautiful, I could listen to him for hours

May we always be as humble as Tim

Best speech I've ever heard.

Tim's a great argument for cloning.

When I thought I couldn't like this guy more, he throws a HIMYM reference iin the middle of this speech and... Gosh you are awesome!!!. Hope one day I'll be able to watch one of your shows live, greetings from Argentina!!

Wonderful speech.

Congratulations @Tim Minchin. Great speech. Wouldn't changed a Word. I would have been so proud if I ever make one as a good as this, or even close. It is never to late to learn reading and writing notes. I am starting now, being 50+, and 60-, years old. 😜

Great speech, Tim.

Love you Tim. Congrats!

You’re the best Tim! Love ya!❤️😘❤️

I love listening to him speak

I've been thinking of becoming a voice actor for the past few years now. A professional at a panel on that industry at Tennocon last year said much the same thing: be proud of your voice. I get it, now. Thank you, Tim, and Nef Anyo.

Great speech Timothy.

Thank you so much this has helped I'm an actress and I try to be who I'm not but thank you I need to be myself a kindhearted person you are my inspiration love you so much tim you are an amazing person ❤️

I love you Tim, you're amazin x3 your speech isn't just for artists ^^ it's for everyone

You could be reading the fine print on an insurance contract and I'd show up for it. Thank you for being you and for your uploads. =)

Keep it up Tim!

what a wordsmither! And still straight to the point

I think I have figured out which voicing he is talking about at ~ 4:34. In C-Major, if we take the voicing E,F,A,B, then those notes are: 1. the 13, b7, 9 and 3 of Gdom13 2. the 9, b3, 5 and 6 of Dm6/9 3. the #9, 3, #5 and b7 of a Db dom#5#9 and 4. the 7,1,3 and #11 of a Fj7#11 :) what's cool is that you can do a diatonic IV-II-V-bII7-I without ever changing the upper structure of the chord (except for the resolution to I), e.g. Fj7#11 - Dm6/9 - G13 - Db7#5#9 - C6 :)

That speech was immaculate!!

When Tim put Tim first, and out there; People loved Tim. And Tim loved Tim, though not as much as the fans loved Tim. Now both fans and Tim love Tim so much, other people, strangers to Tim, love Tim also. The love of Tim May one day disrupt the rotation of Earth if distributed evenly around the globe. Help Tim save the planet by listening and laughing at silly things...

Love Tim Minchin. First heard of him when he sang my fav song. COME HOME CARDINAL PELL. 🌷💜👍🍸

Quality speech buddy, Especially the Be Kind.

What a legend. Can't wait to see him on the BACK tour

Such a beautiful man.

Thankyou Tim Minchin

what an exquisite human being

This guy.... ❤️

Tim Minchin is such a shining example of what 'being' a human 'being'... is. We are inherently born to be social and to share ideas. We find a cause to live and the only barrier to this is always the jealousy of others who don't want to make the effort to be a better human being tomorrow, than you were today.

Brilliant

Yeah, that guy is really deep :-) Seriously, just listen to him. This is probably the best video on YT, maybe even the whole web - and definitely my favorite.

I love you so very much.

Well done tim....well deserved! X

As a Yank, it seems that my countrymen have completely given up on the entire concept of kindness. I stumbled across Tim on youTube and have been following him for years now. I'm so glad to hear him talk about kindness. I think it may be too late for my country at this particular juncture, but it's nice to see that it really isn't the entire world that's out-of-sync.

He is amazing

Holy shit that was brilliant!

i feel like someone being a wizard on the piano should be more than enough talent for one person without also being incredibly good with words. tim has been double-dipping in the talent trough. save some for the rest of us!

What an inspiration. I'm not an artist and never will be, but I think anyone and everyone can take something from Tim's words.... The question is, am I smart enough to apply it?

'Be Kind' 👍👍👍👍

Lovely.

Such a genuine and compassionate speech! I think even Christians would agree with everything you said here.

You deserve it. 👍👏✌️

"be good (at what you do), be authentic (to yourself), be kind (to others)" - I think I'm gonna write it down for the bad days :)

Why am I not already subscribed to this channel? Shame on me. Gonna put that right, it only takes one click. Love Tim Minchin. "Storm" is genius.