They Might Be Giants - Doctor Worm (Official Music Video)

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[jacqland]

I graduated with my phd yesterday. Over the last few years thiis song had become a weird anthem, where belting "I'M NOT A REAL DOCTOR BUT I AM A REAL WORM" became a kind of inspirational mantra to finish. In the car ride home from the ceremony I had to play this car so I could finally sing the lyric dishonestly.

[lordrosemount]

According to the Giants, this is the only song they're contractually obliged to play at every concert they ever perform. Well, that's what JL said the last time I was at one, and much as I'd take anything they say with a Giant pinch of salt, I can very well believe it!

[ScrimmyBingus]

The finale of this song is so triumphant and light-hearted, it makes me smile every time.

[zaprowsdower]

Music video: nothing to do with worms and some to do with doctors.
Song: Nothing to do with doctors and some to do with worms.

[pandanurse]

The part at 1:56 really hits me emotionally. Like I think it earnestly connects to how people have these secret dreams and aspirations and talents that theyre hoping will someday be acknowledged and fulfilled. But sitting around dreaming of it and doubting if it will ever come to fruition is such a lonely feeling. And in the music video especially, John's face and the edit they used really packs that emotional punch.

And i have absolutely no clue if that is intentional and/or if anyone sees it that way lol

[danny_perez]

This is the type of song you'd have a dream about, lyrics and all.

[redpanada]

This song just lives in my head rent free and I'll never complain about it.

[enkibumbu]

The stream of consciousness of the lyrics is the real deal. Wakeful dreaming. Automatic writing. Tapping the unconscious. Whatever you want to call it. The poetry is high level stuff.

[pauljohnson]

I love both Johns, but meeting and shaking hands with John L. was one of my best moments ever. Such a genius.

[brokentoaster]

Good song to be a worm to especially if you're a worm that isn't a doctor

[IaeyanElyuex]

Any time someone says someone's not a real doctor, I ask if they're a real worm and if they like to play the drums.

[argusgoose]

I love this song, it reminds me of when I lived in Omaha and I had participated in the walkouts that day. The They Might be Giants concert was that day, and they mentioned the walkouts mid set and I was so ecstatic to hear the band of my whole childhood (I grew up on Lincoln) was proud of something I participated in. It helped me gain the confidence in what I believe in that I have today.

[sheenthisma]

This has always been my favorite song, and every time I listen to it, I feel a sense of joy and emotion that I don’t think I feel listening to anything else. I’ll always have a deep sentimental attachment to this music video.

[AfterPartyAlex]

I feel like sitting for two hours in my kitchen watching TMBG videos is a very important task for today, for life.

[theoriginalchefboyoboy]

Fun Fact: Doctor Worm once built a bird house for his soul in his mom's basement using parts found around home...

[tommygarson]

I am 18 years old and I only recently genuinely considered trying to pursue somewhat of a living in the arts after being told I should do so by so many people. I feel like Dr. Worm, I think I'm getting good, but I can handle criticism, and one day they'll all call me by my stage name. it will be hard to do if I wanna be a total renegade artist but dammit thats what I want

[juliabeatlemaniac]

This is my highschool orchestra teacher's favorite song. He plays this almost everyday at the beginning of class.

[juliabeatlemaniac]

This is my orchestra teacher's favorite song and he plays this song everyday in class.

[KillaB]

I feel like every time I watch the music video for this song, there's a new segment that I have no memory of whatsoever

[raetimothy]

Found a dead vole in my yard and sent my husband a picture "oh, no! He was supposed to play the solo!"