Thievery Corporation - The Richest Man in Babylon (Acoustic Version)

Members of Thievery Corporation perform "Richest Man in Babylon" live from Montserrat House in Washington D.C. on Dec 15th 2018. Video features Rob Garza, Puma Ptah, Hash Vyas, Jeff Franca, Robbie Myers, and Frank Orrall.

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Video shot and edited by: Brian Liu / ToolboxDC
Audio mixed by Jeff Franca

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[r.]

And now we all want an Acoustic album :)

[PerkyQuail]

I watched this video when it was uploaded, and still today after 4+ years, I still keep coming back to this masterpiece! Thank you Thievery Corporation for making my day best with your music.

[elveszettszikla]

Somewhere a rasta guy called Robert Marley is listening you guys with a proud smile on his face.

[evlazarev]

Лайк кто слушает этот шедевр в 2023 году.

[guillaumeaudru]

That's great! We all need an unplugged album followed by an unplugged tour.

[ludwigvonn]

Whoever is humming that high-pitched hum, was genius lol... love you guys since 2000

[Stalitsaxx]

There is no guidance in your kingdom
Your wicked walk in Babylon
There is no wisdom to your freedom
The richest man in Babylon
Your beggars sleep outside your doorway
Your prophets leave to wonder on
You fall asleep at night with worry
The saddest man in Babylon
The wicked stench of exploitation
Hangs in the air and fingers on
Beneath the praise and admiration
The weakest man in Babylon
There is no hope left in your kingdom
Your servants have burned all their songs
Nobody here remembers freedom
The richest man in Babylon

[MsGhostofficial]

Gentlemen, thank you so much!!! You just made my night. Incredible!!! I went to Montserrat 20 years ago and my sister and I hiked to the top of the monastery (and tram) we both made a wish, and they both changed our lives forever. I need to go back now, for a refresh : ) and maybe some ghost-hunting. Love love love!!!

[kakistocracyusa]

The percussionists of Thievery Corporation are the wonderful glue.

[julesjules]

As awesome as always!!! Over a decade being a fan of yours!!!

[truesonofliberty]

I listen to this when I count my money.

[jamesmcclain]

Just saw them in P'cola with maybe 300 people. They played as if 30, 000 was in the audience. One of the best bands I've witnessed live! Thank you for an amazing show.

[isreal]

Thievery Corporation is awesome... my favorite band. Pure music for the soul.

[joethecounselor]

This song is SO APT today. Especially sung in DC! Keep it up, Rob Garza, Puma Ptah, Hash Vyas, Jeff Franca, Robbie Myers, and Frank Orrall! You really know how to groove.

[robmoloney]

Prophetic words from some of the greatest bards of our time!! Released in 2002!!
Awesome!

[aliasoma]

43 dislikes from people who were upset they weren't in the room to experience this live.

[daciuk]

Just discovered you guys. brilliant 👍🇬🇧👍

[rameswese]

This is how i came to know Thievery Corporation, the first time i listened to "The Richest Man in Babylon" in 2006 at the airplane. i am in love with you Guys ever since. best regards from Palestine

[АлександрВласов-пг]

С этой песней хочется плыть.Не важно куда главное плыть и плыть только вперёд.

[nestortomaselli]

The collective talent and musical genius shared between these 6 guys, these CATS, is pure magic. Also, the singer’s voice makes me feel like it’s a God from ancient Mesopotamia singing through him.