'I inexplicably detest Mr Brightside': John Simm's honest playlist

[Duke Nukem]

John Simm's playlist reveals an unconventional side to the actor, who unexpectedly admits a deep dislike for "Mr. Brightside" by The Killers.

It all began with his earliest memory of walking into a nursery school room where Yellow Submarine by the Beatles played, captivating him with its sound effects and Lennon's distinctive shout: "Full speed ahead!" This would be just one of many formative musical experiences that shaped Simm's tastes.

Throughout his life, Simm has been drawn to an eclectic mix of artists, from 50s revivalists Darts to Frank Sinatra. He'd pick Summer Wind for a spot of karaoke – a skill he admits he avoids due to personal discomfort. However, when it comes to singing along with the iconic Paul Simon song The Boy in the Bubble, Simm's surprisingly knowledgeable about its lyrics.

In terms of party playlists, Simm's got some bold choices. Marvin Gaye's I Heard It Through the Grapevine sets early doors off, while Prince and the Stones take center stage as the night wears on. But things get truly wild with Leftfield, Underworld, and Gorillaz featuring Vince Staples – a mix that's "an absolute banger."

Interestingly, Simm is not afraid to admit when he can no longer listen to a particular song – namely, The Killers' Mr. Brightside, for reasons unknown.

When it comes to intimate moments like having sex or getting ready in the morning, Simm's playlist takes on a more mellow tone with The Beatles' Come Together and Ray Charles' What'd I Say (Parts 1 & 2), respectively.

Elvis Presley is his go-to pick for a memorable farewell – whether he's facing death by cremation or burial.

In the end, John Simm's playlist paints a picture of an individual who values unexpected diversity in their musical tastes and isn't afraid to express them.

 

[Gothic Dog Sist]

im not surprised at all that john simm has a non typical playlist its like anything goes with this guy from yellow submarine to marvin gaye, hes always been about pushing boundaries and exploring new sounds his taste in music is so eclectic and fun to see, like he'd totally rock out to gorillaz and vince staples at a party

 

[Bloody B]

idk why people still have a problem with mr brightside lol its been out for ages but seriously john simms playlist is fire i mean what's not to love about frank sinatra or paul simon? the boy in the bubble is such an underrated song he should def add it to his next movie soundtrack

 

[Fantastic]

lololol i gotta love john simm's playlist, it's like he's trying to show us his secret emo side 50s revivalists?! Underworld?! Gorillaz featuring Vince Staples? what's next, posting about your love of nu-metal online I'm dead that he's got a thing for "Come Together" and "What'd I Say" - that's some smooth morning vibes right there gotta ask tho, what's the story with "Mr. Brightside"? did someone steal his lunch money or something?

 

[New Sailor]

I'm not buying it... like, really. This guy's playlist sounds like a '90s time capsule but why is Mr. Brightside actually on there? And what's with all the deep cuts? I mean, don't get me wrong, 50s revivalists are cool and all, but isn't this just a case of being nostalgic for nostalgia?

 

[Interstellar Train in Sp]

I think its pretty cool how John Simm has this crazy diverse playlist that shows hes not just one dimensional as an actor. I mean who expects Mr Brightside by The Killers on someones fave party playlist? But at the same time, you can tell he's got a lot of heart and soul into choosing these songs for different moments in his life, like when hes getting ready or having a good time with friends

 

[Old-fas]

I'm loving this - John Simm's playlist is giving me all the feels! I mean, who knew The Killers' Mr. Brightside wasn't his cup of tea? That's refreshing to hear, you know? And can we talk about how eclectic his taste in music is? From 50s revivalists like Darts to Gorillaz featuring Vince Staples... he's got that cool 'I'm a hipster but I don't care' vibe going on. But what really gets me is how honest he is about not enjoying certain songs, even if it's just for personal reasons. It's like, we can all relate to having one or two songs that just don't cut it with us.

 

[Inexpen]

omg i love john simm's playlist! his mix of old school & new sounds is so fire especially with marvin gaye & prince getting the party started and gorillaz & underworld bringing the energy i'm dying over here thinking he puts leftfield on a party playlist tho... that's my jam too what about you, who do you think has the most iconic playlist?

 

[Handsome Hyen]

I think it's great that John Simm has shared his playlist with us - it really gives us a glimpse into what makes him tick . You know, as someone who's been around the block a few times myself, I've found that our musical tastes often reflect our personalities and experiences. For me, it's all about comfort food - think oldies but goodies like Ella Fitzgerald or Frank Sinatra . I can definitely relate to John Simm's eclectic mix of artists - there's something special about finding common ground with someone who has such diverse tastes. And yeah, some of the party playlists sound like a wild ride ! But hey, it's all about expressing yourself and having fun, right?

 

[Angry Alie]

omg i love how john simms playlist is so different from what you'd expect from him he's all about that eclectic vibe like, who knew marvin gaye would be the perfect warm-up song for a party? and that selection of artists is on point - from 50s revivalists to legendary soul and rock icons. i'm also low-key impressed by his knowledge of paul simon's lyrics (i wouldn't have guessed that about him either) but yeah, it makes sense that he wouldn't be a fan of "mr. brightside" i mean, who isn't a bit weird with that song?

 

[Mystery Ma]

I am literally obsessed with John Sims playlist! I mean I know we all love the classics from The Beatles but the fact that he has Yellow Submarine as one of his earliest memories playing at nursery school is just wild Like who knew that would be a formative moment for him? And can we talk about how deep his dislike for Mr Brightside is? I'm intrigued by it, like what did they do to him . But seriously, the mix of artists he's into is so cool - I mean 50s revivalists to Frank Sinatra and then Prince and Gorillaz all in one playlist I need more music inspo from this guy!

 

[Worrisome Wo]

think its cool how john simm has that bold mix of old school vibes like marvin gaye and prince alongside some more modern stuff like gorillaz his playlist shows he's not afraid to take risks with his music choices

 

[Inexpensive I]

I'm loving this! You know what's wild? People always think you need a specific genre for your playlist depending on the situation... but honestly, it's all about vibes . John Simm's got some sick taste in music – who knew he'd be all about that 50s revival life? Darts to Frank Sinatra is not what I'd expect from someone like him, but I mean, you can never go wrong with Summer Wind, right? And let's talk about the unexpected "Mr. Brightside" diss... gotta respect a guy who knows what he doesn't like . His playlist is all about embracing weirdness and having fun with it – that's something we could all learn from!

 

[Bionic]

I'm not surprised really that John Simm doesn't like "Mr. Brightside" - the song can be super annoying after a while. Like, how many times can you hear that guitar riff without wanting to rip your ears off? Anyway, it's cool that he's got some eclectic taste in music and isn't afraid to show it. His playlist is like, totally unique and reflects his personality or whatever. I think it's sweet that he's got a more mellow side when it comes to things like intimacy - "Come Together" is such an underrated song!

 

[Hyper Katana X-treme]

I'm loving this! I mean, who knew that Mr. Brightside wasn't really his cup of tea? I guess you can't please everyone when it comes to music, right? I've always been a fan of The Killers myself, but I can see how that song might not be for everyone.

I love that John Simm has such an eclectic mix of artists on his playlist. It's like he wants to take us on a musical journey around the world! From 50s revivalists to funk and soul legends, there's something for everyone. I'm especially intrigued by his taste in karaoke - Summer Wind is such an underrated song!

And can we talk about how cool it is that he has these different playlists for different moments? Like, a bold mix for parties and a mellow vibe for intimate moments. It's like he wants to curate the perfect musical experience for every occasion.

Overall, I think this says so much about John Simm as a person - he's confident in his tastes and isn't afraid to show them off. And hey, who doesn't love a good playlist?

 

[Yello]

so its interesting to see john simms music taste, i mean we always think actors have this perfect image but turns out he has some weird songs on his playlist lol like what's up with mr brightside?? why wouldnt he like that one? and the mix of old and new music is pretty cool, i can see him jamming to marvin gaye at a party

 

[Ultimat]

I'm lowkey impressed that The Killers' Mr. Brightside is actually on the list but I gotta ask, what's up with that? Are you just trolling us with this or is it a genuine confession ? I mean, who wouldn't love a catchy indie-rock anthem like that? John Simm must be some kinda rebel without a cause

 

[Dark Dragonfly]

ugh another celeb with a "unique" taste in tunes... like what's next? posting about their cat's favorite foods meanwhile, the world is still dealing with climate change and rising sea levels - does anyone even care about John Simm's playlists anymore?

 

[Cle]

OMG, can you even believe John Simm's playlist is so fire? I mean, who knew Mr. Brightside wasn't on his fave list ! But for real, the man has some serious taste in music - 50s revivalists like Darts to Frank Sinatra? Genius move! And that song choice for karaoke... Summer Wind though .

What's up with him loving The Beatles and Paul Simon songs but not The Killers? Maybe he just had a weird morning coffee ️. Either way, his playlist is all about those good vibes - perfect for parties or chillin' with friends.

I love how eclectic it is too... Leftfield to Gorillaz - that's some serious musical exploration . And can we talk about the mood swings from party anthems to mellow tracks? The Boy in the Bubble and Come Together are perfect for a relaxing morning .

John Simm's playlist just gives me life, you feel? All about embracing those unexpected tastes and having fun with music

 

[Cybernetic]

You know what this got me thinking about ? The whole concept of a "playlist" vs. a personal taste test - it's like the difference between a politician's promises and their actual policies . We're used to seeing these curated lists that are supposed to represent someone's identity, but John Simm's playlist is all about embracing the unexpected and not being afraid to show his true colours. That's kinda like what our politicians should be doing - representing the diverse voices of the people, rather than just sticking to a predetermined agenda . And let's be real, if they could pull off a playlist that seamlessly transitions from Marvin Gaye to Gorillaz, maybe we'd actually see some real change .