Peter Kay is a name of at least two artists: 1) An English comedian, comedy… Read Full Bio ↴Peter Kay is a name of at least two artists: 1) An English comedian, comedy writer, producer, director and actor. 2) A New Jersey, USA composer / arranger / producer / remixer, best known as Epitone.

1) An English comedian, comedy writer, producer, director and actor. After leaving Mount St Joseph High School, Kay took several menial jobs, including working in a toilet roll factory, Netto supermarket, Cash and Carry, and a bingo hall, which later inspired episodes or sequences in That Peter Kay Thing. He attended the University of Salford where he studied a Higher National Diploma in Media Performance. This involved a stand-up course at which he excelled. His first stand-up was a competition in Manchester, hosted by later co-star and co-writer of Phoenix Nights, Dave Spikey. Peter was last on the bill and won the competition, beating fellow stand-up comedian Johnny Vegas.

Kay's earliest TV appearance was an interview with Granada Television in which he listed the contents of his room, as well as detailing his experience meeting Jimmy Savile. This would later be used in That Peter Kay Thing, in the role of Leonard De-Thompkinson.

Kay's experience working at the Manchester Evening News Arena inspired him to wear the official yellow jacket of the MEN Arena for the final performance of his Mum Wants a Bungalow tour. Kay has said that he sought a career in comedy. During his time working as a cinema usher, he experimented with stand-up, participating in several local events, as well as others at the Comedy Store in Manchester. After losing his job at the cinema, Kay was presented with the choice between finding another menial job or moving into comedy. After being told by several of his family that he was talented, he chose stand-up. Kay also states that he became a comedian partly to clear debt - though this is believed to be a joke, referring only to the fact that he was out of work.

After he entered and won Channel 4's So You Think You're Funny contest in 1997, his first semi-professional stand-up appearances were at the 1998 Edinburgh Fringe festival, where he received a prestigious Perrier Award nomination. During this time, he also appeared at various other clubs, such as London's influential Comedy Store, and the Barracuda Club in Lincoln. Although this led to a certain level of public recognition, it was only after his heavily-promoted show Live at the Top of the Tower in 2000 that Kay attained mainstream recognition.

During this period, he appeared on several chat shows, such as Parkinson and Friday Night with Jonathan Ross, where he had previously been a warm-up man. Production also began on Phoenix Nights, which was to see him achieve critical acclaim as well as mainstream success. Subsequent advertisements for John Smith's Bitter, which imitate the realistic style of Phoenix Nights, saw Kay develop his now much-repeated catchphrases "'Ave it!" and "Two Lamb bhunas".

In 2003, he was listed in The Observer as one of the 50 Funniest British Comedians. In addition, he made an appearance in a 2005 poll of comedians and critics to find The Comedian's Comedian, a search for the 50 greatest funnymen of all time. In March 2005 he also came top in a survey sponsored by the Jongleurs comedy club chain to find Britain's favourite comedian.

In 2006, a Channel 4 television show voted him as number two in 100 Funniest Moments, most notably for his stand-up act, and in particular for his description of a family wedding.

On 18 April 2006, Channel 4 broadcast a "Peter Kay Night", showing out-takes from Phoenix Nights (previously featured on DVD), a behind-the-scenes documentary of the Mum Wants a Bungalow tour and also the whole Peter Kay Live in Manchester show. During this evening, Kay was seen in character as Max (from Max and Paddy's Road to Nowhere & Phoenix Nights) discussing the tribute with Paddy (Patrick McGuinness). Max stated that he disliked Peter Kay and thought that Channel 4 was going downhill for dedicating an entire night to him. Paddy wondered why ITV have not snapped up Kay. Max is shown to be ignorant of current events, failing to realise that civil partnerships are now legal and that Elton John has made use of it, to controversial news stories involving Michael Barrymore, Gary Glitter, Diana, Princess of Wales and Michael Jackson. Channel 4 repeated the "Peter Kay Night" on 25 March 2007.

On April 21st 2007, it was revealed that Peter will team up with Craig Cash, of The Royle Family, to write a new sitcom in which Peter will play a binman. They are currently in talks with broadcasters.

2) A New Jersey, USA composer / arranger / producer / remixer - best known as Epitone.

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Road to Nowhere
Peter Kay Lyrics

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Don't no where we're going,
Got no way of knowing,
Driving on the road to nowhere

Sponging for a living,
Checking out the women,
Riding on the road to nowhere

And we don't take shit from anyone,
All we wanna do is have some fun

We're Max and Paddy,
Paddy and Max

And best of all we dont pay council tax!

Overall Meaning

In these lyrics from Peter Kay's song "Road to Nowhere," the overarching theme seems to be a sense of aimlessness and carefree abandon. The singer expresses uncertainty about their destination, stating they have "no way of knowing" where they are heading, highlighting a lack of clear direction or purpose in their journey. This feeling of drifting is emphasized by the repetition of being on the "road to nowhere," underscoring a sense of being lost or adrift in life.

The mention of "sponging for a living" and "checking out the women" suggests a hedonistic and unburdened lifestyle, where the characters prioritize enjoyment and leisure over traditional responsibilities or societal expectations. The mention of women also adds an element of escapism and pleasure-seeking to their journey, indicating a desire for enjoyment and frivolity along the way.

The lyrics convey a rebellious and carefree attitude, with the characters asserting their independence and refusal to be controlled by others. The statement, "And we don't take shit from anyone, All we wanna do is have some fun," reflects a sense of defiance and a rejection of societal norms or constraints. This rebellious spirit aligns with the overall tone of the song, emphasizing a free-spirited and non-conformist approach to life.

The closing lines introduce the characters Max and Paddy, who are presented as carefree and irreverent figures. The mention of not paying council tax further emphasizes their disregard for societal conventions and rules, further solidifying their image as rebellious and free-spirited individuals. Overall, these lyrics paint a picture of two individuals embracing a spontaneous and unconventional lifestyle as they navigate the "road to nowhere."

Line by Line Meaning

Don't no where we're going,
We are uncertain about our destination and have no clear direction in our journey.

Got no way of knowing,
We lack the means to predict or determine what lies ahead.

Driving on the road to nowhere
Navigating through life without a defined purpose or goal.

Sponging for a living,
Depending on others for financial support or living off the generosity of others.

Checking out the women,
Observing or admiring women in a casual or flirtatious manner.

Riding on the road to nowhere
Continuing down a path that lacks direction or significance.

And we don't take shit from anyone,
We refuse to tolerate mistreatment or disrespect from others.

All we wanna do is have some fun
Our main desire is to enjoy ourselves and engage in pleasurable activities.

We're Max and Paddy,
Identifying ourselves as the characters Max and Paddy mentioned in the song.

Paddy and Max
Emphasizing the companionship and camaraderie between Max and Paddy.

And best of all we dont pay council tax!
Highlighting a sense of rebelliousness or disregard for societal norms, specifically regarding tax obligations.

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