Benny Harvey Rip

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Limmy's Show, a surreal and darkly comic sketch series, aired from 2001 to 2015. It was during this time that the highly popular Benny Harvey RIP sketch was born, spawning the widespread "Benny Harvey RIP" joke.

The Origin of the Joke

The "Benny Harvey RIP" joke originates from a scene in Limmy's Show featuring Benny Harvey, a fictional character played by Limmy's friend Jamie McDee. In this scene, Benny performs a cover of the song "Manhattan Skyline" by a-ha on an MTV Unplugged-like show.

At the end of the performance, Limmy (in character) makes the joke, "Benny Harvey! RIP!" while waving over a grave. This seemingly random and out-of-place joke has become an iconic moment in Limmy's Show and a popular meme in British culture.

The exact significance or meaning behind the joke remains unknown, contributing to its enigmatic and humorous nature. It has become a staple of Limmy's Show, often referenced and imitated in various contexts.

For further entertainment, watch the official video of a-ha's "Manhattan Skyline" song from their 1986 album "Scoundrel Days."