Spouse: Catherine Arena (2000 - present) 2 children
Daughter Rose & Son Mario with Catherine Arena.
STAND-UP COMEDY
Jimeoin – Acclaimed for his brilliantly funny wit, his charming observations on the absurdities of everyday life and his exceptional rapport with Australian
audiences – they just love this hilarious Irishman.
TOURING
Jimeoin’s regular appearances at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Adelaide Fringe Festival and his widely successful Australian tours, attract sell-out advance bookings.
Internationally, Jimeoin has toured his compelling humour from New Zealand to Europe and the U.K., the Middle East, the Far East and Canada’s Montreal Festival. He’s a regular at the Edinburgh Festival where, in 1994, he was awarded the highly acclaimed “Critics Award”.
TELEVISION
A familiar face on Australian television, Jimeoin has appeared on the top variety and comedy Television programs.
His self-titled and immensely popular show “Jimeoin” aired nationally on the Seven Network for three series
during 1994-1995.
Jimeoin has also made guest appearances on top-rating overseas television programs including The Des O’Connor
Show (UK) and USA’s Late Night with Conan O’Brien (a viewing audience of over 13 million).
His one-hour “tea towel” tour of Ireland documentary was a quirky, self-styled travel special, inspired by constant
touring and a love of his native land. The program aired nationally in Australia on Network Ten in 2001. He also
hosted two one-hour documentaries highlighting the 2001 “Just for Laughs” Montreal Comedy Festival, which aired
nationally on Network Ten.
FILM
In 1999, Jimeoin wrote and starred in his own feature film titled “THE CRAIC” (Village Roadshow). In its opening weekend, “The Craic” became the second highest grossing box office movie in Australian-produced film history. It has since been released on video/DVD throughout western speaking countries, including his native Ireland.
In 2005, Jimeoin released his second feature film, “THE EXTRA” (Macquarie Films/Hoyts), a romantic comedy about an average guy who aspires to be a move star.
Written by, and starring, Jimeoin, cast included Rhys Muldoon, Bob Franklin, Shaun Micallef and Kristy Hinze.
Also….
In addition to the above, Jimeoin has produced three CD’s, “Goin Off”, “The Craic” & “Forklift Truck”, as well as the live performance “All Over the Shop” video/DVD (filmed in Dublin) and “Third Drawer Down” DVD.
A keen fisherman and golfer, constant touring enables Jimeoin to enthusiastically experience new outdoor
adventures. Never a man to sit still for long, tackling every medium with renewed vigour, he has packed so much
into his colourful and humorous career. And to think…. there’s many, many more laughs to come.
third draw down
Jimeoin Lyrics
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'Sgot cutlery: knives, forks, spoons the lot
Second draw down's got big knives and an egg whip
Things that should go in the first draw - but they just don't fit
But the third draw down
From the top
Is just full of shit
Aha... And there's tons of it...Elastic bands and tally-hos that don't stick
Dried up glue, false teeth, something stolen from a hotel
Things that are broken that you know you'll never fix
But you put them in the third draw,
'cause you just don't got the heart to throw them away,
It's the third draw down
From the top
An' it's full of shit
Bum-bup-a-bum,
Bum-bup-a-bum-bum-bum,
Bum-bum,
Blu-tac and cellotape that's been hit by a truck
One chopstick, an ashtray from Canada
Paid bills and envelopes
Things that you think'll come in handy - but they just never do
It's the third draw down
From the top
An' it's full of shit
Bup-a-bum-bum-bum,
In the third draw,
It's full of shit...
And the fourth draw down
(that's the one below the third)
It's got plastic bags in it
Jimeoin's song "Third Draw Down" is a humorous take on the typical household clutter that accumulates in one's kitchen drawers. The song is an anecdotal reflection on the different types of items that can be found in each drawer. The first draw has traditional cutlery, the second draw has items like egg whips and larger knives, which should fit in the first draw but don't. The third draw, however, is packed with loose, unorganized items that don't belong anywhere else in the kitchen. These items range from elastic bands to tally-hos that don't stick, dried-up glue tubes, false teeth, and small items stolen from hotels. The song notes that these items are often placed in the third drawer instead of being thrown away because one can't bring themselves to discard things that have some sentimental value or may be of use in the future.
The song is a humorous take on everyday life, but it also touches on a true human tendency to hold onto things we don't necessarily need. People often hold onto items for the sake of nostalgia or because they could be useful someday in the future. However, they end up contributing to clutter and disorganization. The song offers a light-hearted and relatable reflection on this tendency while also making us chuckle.
Line by Line Meaning
In my kitchen there's a draw at the top
There is a drawer at the top of my kitchen.
'Sgot cutlery: knives, forks, spoons the lot
This drawer is filled with cutlery, including knives, forks, and spoons.
Second draw down's got big knives and an egg whip
The second drawer down contains larger knives and an egg beater.
Things that should go in the first draw - but they just don't fit
Some items should be in the first drawer, but they do not fit.
But the third draw down
The third drawer down is different.
From the top
This is the third drawer from the top.
Is just full of shit
The third drawer is filled with useless junk.
Aha... And there's tons of it...
There is an overwhelming amount of useless junk in this drawer.
Elastic bands and tally-hos that don't stick
The drawer contains elastic bands and low-quality rolling papers that won't hold up.
Dried up glue, false teeth, something stolen from a hotel
The drawer also contains dried up glue, dentures, and stolen hotel items.
Things that are broken that you know you'll never fix
This drawer is also home to things that are broken beyond repair.
But you put them in the third draw,
Despite their uselessness, you can't bring yourself to throw them away and instead place them in this drawer.
'cause you just don't got the heart to throw them away,
You're unable to dispose of these items due to an emotional attachment or sense of obligation to them.
Bum-bup-a-bum,
A musical interlude.
Bum-bup-a-bum-bum-bum,
Continuation of the musical interlude.
Bum-bum,
Concluding the musical interlude.
Blu-tac and cellotape that's been hit by a truck
This third drawer also contains damaged blue tac and scotch tape.
One chopstick, an ashtray from Canada
The drawer includes a single chopstick and an ashtray from Canada.
Paid bills and envelopes
There are some paid bills and envelopes that have been saved.
Things that you think'll come in handy - but they just never do
This drawer also holds onto items that were believed to be useful, but ultimately proved useless.
It's the third draw down
This is still the third drawer down.
From the top
Reiterating that this description still applies to the third drawer down from the top.
An' it's full of shit
Once again, emphasizing that the drawer is full of useless junk.
Bup-a-bum-bum-bum,
Another musical interlude.
In the third draw,
Continuing to describe the contents of the third drawer from the top.
It's full of shit...
Stating once again that the third drawer is full of useless items.
And the fourth draw down
Moving onto the fourth drawer down.
(that's the one below the third)
Clarifying which drawer is the fourth.
It's got plastic bags in it
The fourth drawer is dedicated to holding plastic bags.
Contributed by Parker Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@karlozols816
Forget We Are The World and Heal The World. This song unites each and every one of us!
@orlajudge3581
Still awesome in 2020 👌 Mon man give us a other one please ❤️❤️❤️❤️🇮🇪
@BWater-yq3jx
This was EXACTLY how I had the drawers in my previous houses,
but where I am now only has TWO drawers, and it's a problem! 😆
So basically, the cupboard under the kitchen sink
is full of sh!t
... and plastic bags.
@greggstevenmiller8110
Love Jimeoin. A funny song that tells a true story.
@perkcartel3473
Two fish in a tank, one says to the other, who's turn is it to drive? You are one the greatest Jimeoin! Plastic bags in my fourth drawer, flag folded!
@beekind5704
Let’s be honest we all wish we still lived in that house with the third draw full of shit 🥹
@jollyjumpnjellybeans3028
Marvelous! Just marvelous 😊👍 made my day!
@markjeffers4663
Going to see him Friday night can't wait he's just so frigging funny
@raccoonman14
OMG....thats sooo acurate....the exact same thing with my drawers....the last one's full of plastic bags from countdown
@thedolphin5428
I'm amazed at the Aussie relatability of this song. Is the 3rd draw down just an Aussie phenomenon??? . Or do Germans, Japanese, Russians all have such a thing? 😂 Please let me know.