Why Did This Razorlight Song Flop?
I have discovered that Razorlight have released a new song! However, their music video only at the time of recording this has about 3k views. What?! How can this be? They were a staple of the 00s. Here is a link to the video, please let’s help their video get the recognition it deserves: https://youtu.be/aeTby9NmovE
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@minkrediblegeneral
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Pretty fucked up i agree
@minkrediblegeneral
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Just my two pence worth. Johnny boreal is a legend
@johnchadwick8145
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Bloody good song always playing it
@jonhill134
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Before The Libertines had a record deal and before they were famous Johnny Borrell used to be a bass player in The Libertines. Hardcore Borrell fans probably already know but just thought I'd write it incase some people don't know. He left the band before The Libertines became successful 👍
@sobster123
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Isnt that the man from the darkness?
@theall-rounder9471
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Andy burrows is singing in the first verse
@darkowlfilms4306
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
All I hear is love cats
@misscogito9865
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Have you ever thought of releasing a solo acoustic album?
@misscogito9865
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
That’s so kind of you Justin to promote them:) sounds like they’ve had a bit of a creative struggle for some time and the latest video on their channel shows this.
I think that song was different from their usual style, but bands often evolve their sound and I was quite saddened that their new song didn’t take off.
Johnny Borrell is an artist and artists are dynamic creatures. Let’s not trap them in their past and let them surprise us a little, eh? 💚
In case you haven’t heard, the new album is coming out now 😊
@Doesit101
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Razorlight is the perfect example of a band who are/were very talented but just didn't get on well enough to sustain any longevity. Thanks for Golden Touch though, one of my all time favourites.
@samsteele1786
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Big 3 when I was growing up: Maxïmo Park, Razorlight and The Libertines. I've had the pleasure of watching all of them live. But every time I hear anything from any of the 3 it takes me back to my youth.
@leonemumford9866
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Just wanted to say been blasting the new razorlight very loud as you do lol.
I appreciate you giving the band a push i thought there were way more of us man.also had the darkness blasting at my 21st a few moons ago.much love god bless all you guitar band loving people.
We will all live forever 😂😂❤
@chiefkc1306
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Listening to Razorlight now. Thought I would look them up to see what happened to them. Goodness, what wasted potential. They never kicked on.
@kingeatking
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
I listened to their Up All Night album yesterday and it reminded me how brilliant they could be. Cracking album 👍
@scottslater7704
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Razorlight did some great songs. Many good artists from a while back are not being played or talked about
@iliketrains3495
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
They just played this song on Radio X, so I think the song's getting more recognition…
@julie_uk
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
'welcome to the human heart' may refer to the fickle nature of the human heart?
@julie_uk
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Great to see Jo ❤️
@Baseballnfj
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
This is fucking great…. love this song. I've always been a sucker for catchy piano hooks though…
@slyasleep
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
I once interviewed Johnny Borrell, only interviewee who ever literally made my skin crawl.
@xhannahshaw
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
I heard the lead singer was an arrogant knobhead. Although Morrissey seems to get away with it.
@steveh4873
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Your take on it reminded me of blackbird by the Beatles, in places.
@MichaelODay313
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Great song, view count 39K as of today.
@intothedepthscoco
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
"Trapped in a glass case of emotion!" 🙏 I just can't 🤣😍
@intothedepthscoco
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Ah Hedi Slimane, nice touch with the jacket, yeah.
@michelecilano1710
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Thanks Justin
As always bringing attention
Where it needs it!
Great to see a musician supporting
Other bands!!!A scholar and a Gentleman.
C
@mchamberlain7408
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
I just remember the singer saying something stupid about Bob Dylan and being really arrogant? Great songs though.
@End-Result
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Jsyk Justin it’s Andy singing during the first verse, not Johnny Borrell
@chrisharper6088
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Justin, just listen to Andy Burrows, Who Are You Now, his solo albums are excellent
@richardjohnson783
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Razorlight are so underrated but they went under the radar after they split. Seen them 3 times and love them
@KrisTherese
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Johnny Borrell’s voice (and Razorlight’s musical style) is reminiscent of Neil and Tim Finn (atleast to my ears).
Would love to see you do a breakdown of some Split Enz songs! 😁
Split Enz are an absolute all time fave!
@indefatigable6176
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Johnny is is own worst enemy (just look at his new haircut) but I always loved their music. First 2 albums are top shelf indie rock n roll. Easily up there with the best of the last 20 years. Third album was pretty poor but had a couple of decent tunes. then the resurrection album back in 2018 actually has some bangers on there. If you havnt heard it, 'Japanrock' is epic as in 'Carry Yourself'.
@definepoetic
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
This might be the most passive-aggressive video I've ever seen
@maryellenshea1055
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
That song has more hooks than a fishing trawler. Catchy as all get-out.
@saraalden5294
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
All I hear when this song plays is Lovecats by The Cure
@charlesbrownell6318
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
My band The Buzzkill Romantics opened for them in San Diego back in 2004 and remember their ‘Golden Touch’ had a guitar riff very similar to ours and I never heard from them before…or after. Good to see them back. Ha, maybe my band, Swive, can open this tour. Hope they do tour…
Thanks for doing this bit, Justin.
@Crown_Unfiltered
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Andy Burrows (drummer) sings the first verse 😉
@ghostofguy
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
The first two albums were great! After the third they disappeared for no reason.
@CaptainAndy
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
You’re a lot nicer about Razorlight than they were about the Darkness.
@djb5841
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Don't encourage this, Justin.
@jonny5times286
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Saw them in May at Warrington for some nostalgia and they were fantastic. Borrell was on top form.
@firsttimecaller5069
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Hi Justin. Would love to hear your thoughts on Tears for Fears and their successful recent reunion ?
@torinoscaletunes
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
The Kooks, bit older and with much better songs. I love and hate them at the same time.
@WesleyJH
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 am
Thanks for this ! Big Razorlight fan. Tight musicians. Song is refreshing to hear.