'this is nor the time or place' is a classic Steve Martin delivery. He had used it on multiple occasions. Still feeling fresh, though.

@keesvdstaaij

2 жыл бұрын

Martin Short also uses it

@Scott-qe4wy

Жыл бұрын

And the line, "I don't use genius very often........I just thought I'd mention that.

@jerrydean1441

Жыл бұрын

@@keesvdstaaij f7

Every now and then, over the years, I've had to come back to this clip. Steve Martin was on fire that night.

@el7jake

3 жыл бұрын

@Maryln Mcvey And this matters to me because....Oh, that's right. It doesn't. And can we assume that you now have one less friend?!?

@roncoghlan8196

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely hilarious!!

@NewWorldDAO

Жыл бұрын

@@roncoghlan8196 You are going to jail for sucking Austin and Luke Francis dick all these years yes? Are you going to jail for sucking Prince Edward‘s dick all these years yes? are you going to jail for sucking prince prince Andrews dick all these years yes? are you going to jail for hanging out with princess Dianne all these years with her kids not knowing it?

@marklancaster2640

Жыл бұрын

@@el7jake u by no

@Maxid1

Жыл бұрын

So much so that Richard Pryor avoided him that night, and for about a week after.

“It’s been nice being a citizen.” That line slays me every time.

If your feeling down, Steve Martin with his with & charm & comedy tone he will cheer you up!

Paul's amused reactions to Steve's jokes show that he knows the guy too well.

THE best comedy speech EVER!!!!! I salute you, Steve Martin. You´re the best.

@Simonchez

2 жыл бұрын

Interestingly, Steve Carrell's Kennedy Center Honours speech for Steve Martin was better than this.

@poeha007

2 жыл бұрын

@@Simonchez Ofcourse you know that's not true.

@derkommissar785

2 жыл бұрын

guess you haven't heard 1. Jon Stewart tribute to Springsteen or 2. Rick Wakeman acceptance speech RnR Hall of Fame

@shadowdawg04

2 жыл бұрын

Steve Martin's speech for Tom Hanks AFI award...awesome.

@marc7491

Жыл бұрын

The best "speech" was Billy Crystal's eulogy of Mohammed Ali at his funeral.

Back in the days when a President could celebrate the accomplishments of someone else other than himself, especially our artists, our creative minds, and thinkers!

@el7jake

3 жыл бұрын

Well, I wouldn't have used "accomplishments" when writing about the person to whom you refer. I think "bragging about his PERCEIVED accomplishments" might have been more accurate.

@patrickmorgan4006

2 жыл бұрын

Back in the days when a President could remember the names of the people being honored.

@eagarde

2 жыл бұрын

From a time when a President wasn't a pedophile

@eclecticmusica

2 жыл бұрын

@@patrickmorgan4006 Why are you even here. Steve is a left wing liberal.

@patrickmorgan4006

2 жыл бұрын

@@eclecticmusica I thought this was a public website and everyone was allowed to comment. Sorry if I was wrong. It was an f-ing joke. Laces out Dan!

Steve Martin is the best! Love his delivery....what a master comedian

I think it’s a testament to how great Steve Martin is when an amazing man such as James Earl Jones is star struck.

@bossfan49

2 жыл бұрын

Was he star struck? I see a man laughing at another man's jokes.

@email4664

2 жыл бұрын

@@bossfan49 There was a clear admiration and sense of adulation, but you will likely spend more time looking up what that means than you will spend actually EVOLVING. Stay buried in your own colon

There two ways to be a comedian, Steve Martin's way and everybody else's way.

Love it. Also James Earl Jones seems to have the night of his life :)

"I don't often mention the word genius very often. I just thought I'd mention it." Up to that point I was simply chuckling at Steve. At that point I started laughing in my recliner and a tear formed.

@AndrewJens

Жыл бұрын

Oh dear; could you get it stitched?

@PlanetEarth3141

Жыл бұрын

@@AndrewJens No. It's a very cheap recliner bought for delivery from Amazon. It's probably made in China. It's a super thin imitation of black leather. It's not repairable. I'll probably cover it with a blanket to keep the already growing damage from spreading until I can get a better quality recliner.

@AndrewJens

Жыл бұрын

@@PlanetEarth3141 (I was considering a tear to your person.)

@PlanetEarth3141

Жыл бұрын

@@AndrewJens 😂

This is timeless. I've lost count the number of times I've viewed this. Again and again.

@1godonlyone119

Жыл бұрын

Same here -- I laugh so hard every time!

@jplmedley

Жыл бұрын

because it's perfect

I can watch this over and over watching James Earl Jones busting a gut laughing. 😂😂😂

His timing is so sublime...The master of setting up the audience....!!

Steve Martin such a master on stage

The Streisand line is still remarkably funny. Only twenty years ago when we could still laugh at each other.

@AndrewJens

25 күн бұрын

I'm not from the US, so I was wondering about the background behind the Bush/Steissand line?

@Stevedrums741

24 күн бұрын

​@@AndrewJens : Streisand was a very vocal critic of President Bush following 9/11 and has always been involved in 'Leftist Activism'. The joke inferenced that Bush - who was a Streisand fan artistically - couldn't be seen enjoying her music as it would upset his base.

@AndrewJens

17 күн бұрын

@@Stevedrums741 Ah; thanks for explaining.

Steve is so good at these occasions, among other events, such as Oscar hosting.

I don’t use the word “genius” very often.....I just wanted to mention that....also...Steve Martin is the greatest comedian of all time ..just wanted to say that

I've seen Paul Simon in concert I think maybe 3 to 4 times and he is absolutely fantastic

I have seen many Steve Martin clips on KZread over the years… the guy always delivers… what a brilliant comedian!!

He knocks it out of the park with he first sentence, and then keeps them coming -- genius!

Classic Comedy! I've watched this 20 times already and always come back for one more time! This is what a genius sounds like!

If I need a good laugh-out-loud complete with tears, I always come back to Steve

never a dull moment with Steve Martin, can play music, act, even dance. His Pennies from heaven movie literally and pleasantly surprised me.

@chasbodaniels1744

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, PFH was remarkable, especially given his wild and crazy guy image at the time. Very sweet and touching film.

@briane5706

2 жыл бұрын

His work in The Jerk, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, L.A. Story and especially Dead Men Don’t Wear Plaid has set him as a great actor as well.

Steve Martin's speech shows why he got the Mark Twain prize for comedy. By the way, many people mention Mark Twain, but few have read more than books of his we were forced to read in school. Try reading his LETTERS FROM THE EARTH to see the range of his wit and knowledge. It's online for free.

@scottcurrie

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, and his biography of Joan of Arc

He totally killed it!! Great job Steve!

Not sure why this came into my feed but it's pretty cool. The whole cast of characters looking much younger than they are today. I even saw a younger Burt Bacharach, RIP. Steve Martin is hysterical.

Priceless speech! It is funny, cute and honorable to one of the greatest American composers. I have always enjoyed his music either solo or with art. Heard his songs many times on the radio. Have his greatest hits and Graceland lol. The reactions from the audience shows their love for Steve's speech. Thanks utube

One of the greatest songwriters of all time!!!

@The22on

3 жыл бұрын

He may be, but this is neither the time nor the place to mention it! :)

@canalkevinjordan

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, his hit King Tut will be cherished for ages to come

@jamessgian7691

Жыл бұрын

Steve Martin is okay on the banjo, but greatest songwriter of all time is a bit much. 😊

@chrimespayce982

9 ай бұрын

yes of course. and Paul SImon too.

What a terrific tribute! Humor mixed with the usual accolades. I'm glad Paul Simon counts Steve Martin among his friends, such that he could do it, to the huge enjoyment of the audience then, and us now.

Steve Martin's delivery is the best and I never get tired of listening to him, in fact, I just want to slip a slice of baloney in each of my shoes so I feel funny just listening to him!!!! Thank you Steve.

yet another Steve Home Run -- and at The Kennedy Center no less!

From one legend to another. Fantastic tribute.

A small guy but a huge, boundless musical talent....love your music Paul, with or without Art. Keep it going!!

Classic. Genius. I go back to this clip all the time.

No greater honour than a Steve Martin tribute

So delightful.. and funny.. we salute Paul Simon..and.. yes..Steve. :)

@maxharrison257

Жыл бұрын

Hello there Sharon Nice meeting you here

World's best comedian, ever.

George, James and Paul loving every bit of this.

This is one of the best speeches ever.

If this is not one of the funniest bits ever recorded I'll eat my hat!

Who doesn't love Steve!! He's a total Blast!!

Love me some Steve Martin.

Paul should really give Steve some credit for helping him to be so successful!

Steve Martin: “Thank You” Me: AHHHHH MY HEART!!!

A legendary artist paying tribute to a legendary artist. I will continue to rewatch this amazing entertainment.

What a genius...we don't have many left

i dont use the word genius,, i just thought id mention that ,, kills me everytime ,thanks steve martin you sir are a comic genius, and one more thing i just adored your work in dirty rotten scoundrels, that was pure artistry

Even his entering stride is precision. Jones and others smile in anticipation - - they know the quality coming.

Steve Martin is ALWAYS funny.

Holy shit that was a good set

“I just thought I’d mention that.” How Steve said that with a straight face I’ll never understand.

I met Steve once many years back. Not much of a conversation becuase, at the time, he was holding a banjo. That was an exceptional moment, as well. He's a wild and crazy guy.

Steve knocked it out of the ballpark with those funnytributous jokes!!!!!!!!!

Paul is a genius an so is Steve Martin

Steve is so 1-derful !!! Timing is the most important element in comedy and this guy is the Master, the absolute best !!! Every aspiring comedian should learn some lessons from this video.

@chasbodaniels1744

2 жыл бұрын

There can be only one Steeevee, however.

@luishumbertovega3900

2 жыл бұрын

@@chasbodaniels1744 Agreed !!! That crazy guy is unique, so talented !!!

Steve Martin you are a GENIUS COMEDIAN!!!

Paul Simons reactions are priceless!

Comedy genius!

Wow. The audience had a sitting president, two presidential nominees and an actual Kennedy that was a direct relation to a president.

1:14 Love how EVERYONE is in stitches. Men, women, democrats, republicans...

Genius

"nice being a citizen" 🤣🤣

Brilliant. Steve Martin is great!

Brilliant speech.

Legends seem to hang out with each other.

I’m just having fun spotting the same celebs in these clips no matter what year...I’ve spotted Glenn close and Christine baranski in nearly all of them

flawless!

I have never understood Steve's comedy but this... THIS is absolute gold...

@jkta97

Жыл бұрын

I've always preferred the Steve Martin persona more than his actual stand-up routines, and his personality here is hilarious.

Steve Martin you are the Genius !!!

Steve Martin is Comedy Gold

i would be so honored to have steve martin give a speech about me

There can be no fire without fuel. That Paul Simon's humorous song should serve as decent cattle fodder enough to inspire and to draw out some of the best comedy lines that a front-runner if not in-fact also a trail blazer of modern day comedy has delivered, is in itself a true testament to the versatile lyrical genius and ability of Paul Simon. Work always speaks for itself, and although there is much said about grace and even if it not be apart from work, not much of it is any good.

@patrickmorgan4006

2 жыл бұрын

I think you meant "cannon fodder", not "cattle fodder"?

@sundareshvenugopal6575

2 жыл бұрын

Thank goodness , I didn't.

@patrickmorgan4006

2 жыл бұрын

@@sundareshvenugopal6575 I don't think you understand the meaning of the terms.

@sundareshvenugopal6575

2 жыл бұрын

If it means what it really means, which hopefully is also what the dictionary defines it to mean, then I don't think you do. But it is more like shining in reflected light.

@patrickmorgan4006

2 жыл бұрын

@@sundareshvenugopal6575 Whatever you say.

Steve Martin is a comical genius.

Well done, Mr. Martin!

Steve is GREAT!

"I don't use the word genius very often. I just thought I'd mention that."

His best movie was when he was raised by another family. I laughed throughout the whole movie. We need to laugh more. This is 2020 and many people I see are angry. Few people I see have s smile.

@lsmoulton

2 жыл бұрын

'The Jerk'

@pamelacass9642

2 жыл бұрын

I own a copy of The Jerk and The 3 Amigos. I don't know why.😏

Very good 👍

I'm not gonna pretend to know the reason for paul and art splitn up but i'm happy for the time they did have together cause they gave us some of themost beutiful songs ever and that my freinds is the straight up truth. No argument, paul is absolutly one of the best ever on his own but still the pair will never be outdone. Just an opinion of s music lover

That is one wild and crazy guy.

God I love him

Many years ago a good friend of mine was teaching school with Paul Simon's father. Every afternoon his father would sit in the teachers' room and kvetch about him. "My son Paul is a very bright guy. I want him to go to law school, he would make a wonderful lawyer. Instead he sits around the house all day playing his guitar and writing songs. I tell him Paul, you're wasting your life."

@mariamesaiashvili8040

2 жыл бұрын

Nice story :)

@vogparis09

2 жыл бұрын

@@mariamesaiashvili8040 Paul finally did go to Law School but quit after a few months. Thank G-d. NYC had enough lawyers and Paul's career was exemplary. He certainly did not waste his life.

@mariamesaiashvili8040

2 жыл бұрын

@@vogparis09 Sure I agree. It is just another proof that parents do not always know what is best for their children :)

@vogparis09

2 жыл бұрын

@@mariamesaiashvili8040 You have an interesting name. Only matching name I could find is a Prof. who at one time went to Fordham. Presently in Georgia (not U.S.). However I hope you appreciate Ray Charles singing "Georgia."

@mariamesaiashvili8040

2 жыл бұрын

@@vogparis09 Yes, I am from country Georgia, currently live in Georgia and indeed went to Fordham for some professional courses :) I appreciate Ray Charles, he visited Georgia BTW, but I love Paul Simon and the Boss :)

James Earl Jones reactions are the best part of this.

What an opening line/delivery - wonder if this came to Steve right away - or he considered a lot of different ways-to-go. Fooled the shit out of me, as I thought Steve was going down the dignified/ceremonial Road.

I'll use it, "genius!"

I love the fact President Bush has such a great sense of humour.

@chasbodaniels1744

2 жыл бұрын

For all his political failings, he’s supposed to be one of the coolest guys to have a bee…. whoops, he’s a recovering alcoholic, so let’s say “coffee” instead.

No way that Garfunkel shouldn't have been there with him!

i like it when the camera cut to Newt Gingrich and Mitt Romney after that hilarious line "... i love her music but can't be seen buying it"

@seattlewa8500

3 жыл бұрын

It was Kelsey Grammer and Romney.

@ISYETUNKNOWN

3 жыл бұрын

@@seattlewa8500 i meant the guy (one shot) before Romney.

@mikebradshaw6484

2 жыл бұрын

@@ISYETUNKNOWN That was Ted Kennedy. He was the designated driver for the night.

"I'm cooking a chicken". I hope he got royalties. 😂😂

Holy crap it's Mitt Romney (3:57)

@janetaldrich7747

2 жыл бұрын

And before that Ted Kennedy ...

Super

Elizabeth Taylor didn't seem to know what was going on

20 years

Lennon/Mcartney Paul Simon best ever

@mikebradshaw6484

2 жыл бұрын

Brian Wilson may have topped 'em all.

Comedy at it's best!

Steve's delivery was masterful. I don't use the word genius often. Just saying.

"I don't use the word genius very often. ..................pause............. I just thought I'd mention that." Prize winner!

Done like a classic roast, love to see something like this today