The radio series is a 6 part series, which won them the Douglas Adams Award for innovative comedy writing, it has never been awarded again!
The series was produced by Danny Wallace & first aired on BBC London Live.
The Mighty Boosh stars Julian Barratt as Howard Moon & Noel Fielding as Vince Noir; they play zookeepers in both the radio show & first television series under the scrutiny of bad-tempered Bob Fossil (played by Rich Fulcher).
Series 2 has seen them progress to living in a flat in Dalston with a Shaman named Naboo(Mike Fielding)& an 41-year-old ape called Bollo (Dave Brown).
In 2006 they have taken the boosh on the road once again to around 75 dates around the UK, mainly to the small venues. See www.themightyboosh.com for more boosh news & updates.
The DVD boxset including series 1&2,extras,a short film called 'Sweet' also starring Julian Barratt & Noel Fielding and much more was released November 16th 2006.
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Series Three just finished its run on BBC3
Future Sailors
The Mighty Boosh Lyrics
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We're future sailors
Electronic castaway
Digital stowaway
Cyborg sea-dog,
Tell me what you dream of
Future sailors
Oh yeah!
(Imposters interrupt)
Future sailors
Oh yeah!
Robot starfish
Nylon admiral
The lyrics to The Mighty Boosh's song "Future Sailors" are a representation of the band's signature style- it is a playful, surreal, and humorous commentary on the future that is both uncanny and bizarre. The lyrics open with "Future Sailors, We're future sailors" which can be interpreted as a futuristic version of sea voyagers. The reference to "Electronic castaway" and "Digital stowaway" further cements the idea that the song is about a futuristic voyage. The "Cyborg sea-dog" possibly represents the AI technology integrated into the ship.
The chorus "Future sailors, oh yeah!" is a celebration of the futuristic sailors and their potential. However, the song is interrupted by "Imposters" who introduce "Robot starfish", and "Nylon admiral," which goes on to show how things aren't quite as they should be. In a way, the imposters represent the ever-evolving technology that may cause disruptions during any futuristic venture. The lyrics end with a repetition of "Future sailors, oh yeah!" as though it is the band's optimistic message to look forward to an upcoming future full of technological advancements and advancements in the world of sailing.
Line by Line Meaning
Future sailors
We are the people of the future who will set sail to explore the unknown world.
We're future sailors
We belong to the future era and consider ourselves the sailors of the time yet to come.
Electronic castaway
Our minds might be lost in the digital world, disconnected from society and the real-life experience.
Digital stowaway
We might be hiding from reality in the digital world, avoiding the real-life challenges and experiences.
Cyborg sea-dog, Tell me what you dream of
We are cyborgs and an enhanced version of the sea dogs of the past. We dream of exploring the unknown and discovering untold riches.
Future sailors Oh yeah!
We are excited about our future adventures and feel confident that we will succeed.
Robot starfish
We have advanced robots, which can travel with us and assist us throughout our journeys.
Nylon admiral
We have synthetic and advanced material captain's hats for our leaders, symbolizing the advancements we've made in technology.
Contributed by Ryan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
iloveouranful
this has been my ringtone for 5 years
miked4309
i used to love this show....why is it not on anymore.?
Brown Electrons
DMCA takedown by pieface records
England Fan Dan
Same as mate! :D
Ben Jamin'
Me too!
Cassandra_Why156
iloveouranful this is the most joyful comment I've ever seen- well done
John Charlton
Mighty boosh taught a whole generation of people it was cool to be weird ❤
Paul Collins
The catchiest song ever, if this had come out in the 80s would be massive.
lily
Paul Collins you're not wrong😂
Thread Bomb
I kind of wish the Boosh would reform as a musical act. They had so many great songs!