I am Noodle from Gorillaz! Ask me and Little Simz anything
Reddit, October 2017
Jessori: I got 2 clothing questions!
Lil Simz: Did Russel give you beanie advice? That red beanie looks great.
and Noodle: What does OPE on your hoodie mean?
Simz: he actually preferred the blue, but I went for the red
Jabajub: Hey Noodle, If you weren't the lead guitarist of the band and just an average everyday Joe, would you like Gorillaz anyway?
Noodle: That depends. Is Murdoc still in it?
NativeArtistMonticia: Noodle and Little Simz, Your guy's thoughts on cats and dog's?
Simz: cats over dogs. I feel like dogs are bit unpredictable. cats are chill. me and noodle's cat get on really well
Luisito117: How did you guys met each other and when did you decided to create garage palace? Pt: I love you both!
Simz: Biggie Smalls, Andre 3000, Lauryn Hill. My top 3.
newqenious: Hey Noodle, Happy birthday! I know meditation is a big part of your life, and I was wondering if you have any tips you might share about staying at peace in a chaotic environment?
Noodle: I've got lots of tips - being on tour with these guys can be a special kind of hell. So I like to take some time out for myself and study astrophysics. Practise hand to hand combat. And troll anyone on Instagram who posts pictures of food they eat.
imamiah: how can i be a queen like you?
Noodle: YAAAAAAAASSSSSSSS
imamiah: noodle either made fun of me or supports me and i couldn't be happier
Noodle: I am serving Lucy Liu from Kill Bill vol. 1 meets Eleven from the climax of Stranger Things season 1 meets anyone who snatches their rival's weave during Drag Race and you'd better know it
Choco-Floof: Happy Birthday Noodle I hope you're having a wonderful day!
Question for Noodle: Do you have a specific dish you'd eat on your special day today? or are you laid back and just go for the cake! :D if so what type of cake?
Question for Simz: How long have you known Damon Albarn? How did you guys meet c:!
Question for both Noodle and Simz!: If you were to go somewhere right now where would it be and why? Girls night <3!
Love ya both !
Simz: I've known Damon for about half a year, Kano put him onto my music and then I was invited to the studio and we made Garage Palace.
plasticTape_: Little simz, whats it like being on tour with gorillaz?
Simz: it's definitely been a highlight of my life and career so far. Learning so much. One of the best experiences I've ever had.
zaminizjammin: Noodle who would you cast to play you in a film? Also if you were to write your own film what genre would you choose?
Noodle: Charlize Theron, but Charlize from Mad Max: Fury Road, so maybe just Furiosa. But in a romcom.
danny22210: Both: what's your dream collaborator that hasn't happened yet? Also what are your favourites of your own songs? Little Simz: do you feel that part of the reason you haven't been embraced by the hip hop community as of yet is due to gender? In my opinion you're on a level with a lot of current rappers such as Kendrick Lamar, and I certainly wouldn't say your beat selection or lyrics are especially un-radio friendly, but you still seem to be a niche audience (I will say this is from the perspective of a Scottish hip hop fan, maybe it's different elsewhere?).
Noodle: any clues as to what we can expect from the television show, e.g; do you speak often now or are you still a woman of few words?
Finally, what's your Halloween costumes this year?
Simz: I'd like to work with Daughter, and I'd like to work with Andre 3000 for sure.
petegaveglia: Simz, what are your favorite gorillaz songs of all time? so excited for garage palace, seeing you at the Meadows was so amazing !!
Simz: Dirty Harry. Clint Eastwood. Kids With Gunz
lillaz: Noodle! Happy birthday and happy Halloween! Making a trip to Japan soon. Any recommendations for places that you especially like to visit?
Noodle: Ryoan-ji, a Zen temple in Kyoto. Every day, under the cherry trees, the abbot rakes little pebbles into lines. It shows the mystery of life. Something we are not meant to understand, but that we should try to contemplate. Much like the enduring mystery of Murdoc's sex appeal.
daviak: Simbi, in your opinion, what's the best song you ever made? much love from Brazil <3
Simz: That's a difficult one. I'm really proud of all of them.
SIMWAK: Little Simz, what is your favourite: TV show, Album and Movie of all time ?
Simz: Right now...Game of Thrones, Nick Hakim - Green Twins. I don't really watch films these days.
colourfulsailors: Hey Little Simz and Noodle (Happy birthday!), Little Simz, how has your experience been with the band memebers? And what is the best moment you've had with them so far?
Simz: every time I'm onstage with them is my best moment. The highlight was making Garage Palace, we clicked and there was a chemistry there which really made the song
petrifiedllama: Who's best at table tennis backstage?
Noodle: Benjamin Clementine. He's the only one who's even come close to beating me. No one else stands a chance. I imagine Grace Jones would be good too, but she's too busy doing handstands and hula hooping to commit to a whole game.
Jessori: What are your shared interests besides music? And happy birthday to you Noodle!
Noodle and Simz: we both like the colour green!
kawaiibells21: Simz if you are gonna be In the new Gorillaz TV show would you rather be a cartoon or live action?
Simz: cartoon. for sure.
Jrulez8: For Noodle, What'd you think about the new Stranger Things season? For both of you, what are your favorite games? Love ya both, thanks for making some great music
Noodle: Not many people know this, but Millie Bobby Brown and I are actually BFF's. We both like to send each other pictures of cats we see on the street on our travels. I haven't seen any of season 2 yet though - saving that to binge watch on tour while Murdoc parties with whatever reprobates he brings back to the bus.
DrFartsparkles: Lil Simz: I really love your live performance of We Got the Power. Whose idea was it for you to do this song, and is there any chance of a studio version?
Simz: it was actually the bands idea, and I'd love to do a studio version. Maybe we can make that happen..
placidyn: Little Simz, how did that battle against the Budai go? Did ya win?
Simz: you've gotta insert more coins to know!!
FreedomFallout: Happy Birthday Noodle!
I’ve always been curious to ask why the Gorillaz homes always end up so messy, though the new pad is looking alright.... for now.
And Little Simz! What’s the creative process behind your lyrics? They’re a constant stream of kickass.
Noodle: I'm not sure what you're talking about, because my space is always neat and tidy. Life is chaos, so I need my room to be zen. I never even eat soba noodles in bed, as much as I'd like to sometimes. That's dedication for you.
Prof_Gutnacht: To Noodle: how's your birthday been? To Little Simz: can you recommend any underrated MC's?
Simz: Smino, J.I.D
Maresia876: Happy Birthday Noodle! So I was wondering, what's your favorite noodle flavour?
Noodle: Chilli chicken, with extra chilli oil and a sprinkling of fresh chillies on top. The more fiery the better, naturally.
TickerTapeRhinestone: Happy birthday, Noodle Doing anything to celebrate?
Little Simz, doing anything fun for Halloween? :)
Simz: I'm gonna be on a tourbus to Luxembourg for Halloween!! There might be a bus party for Noodle's birthday..
SouthSouthLondon: Fancy dabbling in to Grime?
Noodle: Of course! There needs to be more girls in grime. I'd lead the revolution.
KawaiiGuroCandy: Konnichiwa, Noodle! My question is, how did you learn to dance so well like in the DARE music video?
Noodle: 2D taught me. Don't read anything into that by the way. It wasn't the horizontal mambo.
imamiah: Noodle! you've always been such a glorious role model. what do you think has had the biggest impact on you becoming such a strong woman? how can i become a stronger woman? <3
Noodle: Thank you. I think working with Grace Jones was incredibly inspiring. Anybody who can do handstands and discuss philosophy and own her sexuality is good by me. And my advice is always to believe in yourself. Be confident and try different things and don't ever let yourself feel small.
Lil Simz: Did Russel give you beanie advice? That red beanie looks great.
and Noodle: What does OPE on your hoodie mean?
Simz: he actually preferred the blue, but I went for the red
Jabajub: Hey Noodle, If you weren't the lead guitarist of the band and just an average everyday Joe, would you like Gorillaz anyway?
Noodle: That depends. Is Murdoc still in it?
NativeArtistMonticia: Noodle and Little Simz, Your guy's thoughts on cats and dog's?
Simz: cats over dogs. I feel like dogs are bit unpredictable. cats are chill. me and noodle's cat get on really well
Luisito117: How did you guys met each other and when did you decided to create garage palace? Pt: I love you both!
Simz: Biggie Smalls, Andre 3000, Lauryn Hill. My top 3.
newqenious: Hey Noodle, Happy birthday! I know meditation is a big part of your life, and I was wondering if you have any tips you might share about staying at peace in a chaotic environment?
Noodle: I've got lots of tips - being on tour with these guys can be a special kind of hell. So I like to take some time out for myself and study astrophysics. Practise hand to hand combat. And troll anyone on Instagram who posts pictures of food they eat.
imamiah: how can i be a queen like you?
Noodle: YAAAAAAAASSSSSSSS
imamiah: noodle either made fun of me or supports me and i couldn't be happier
Noodle: I am serving Lucy Liu from Kill Bill vol. 1 meets Eleven from the climax of Stranger Things season 1 meets anyone who snatches their rival's weave during Drag Race and you'd better know it
Choco-Floof: Happy Birthday Noodle I hope you're having a wonderful day!
Question for Noodle: Do you have a specific dish you'd eat on your special day today? or are you laid back and just go for the cake! :D if so what type of cake?
Question for Simz: How long have you known Damon Albarn? How did you guys meet c:!
Question for both Noodle and Simz!: If you were to go somewhere right now where would it be and why? Girls night <3!
Love ya both !
Simz: I've known Damon for about half a year, Kano put him onto my music and then I was invited to the studio and we made Garage Palace.
plasticTape_: Little simz, whats it like being on tour with gorillaz?
Simz: it's definitely been a highlight of my life and career so far. Learning so much. One of the best experiences I've ever had.
zaminizjammin: Noodle who would you cast to play you in a film? Also if you were to write your own film what genre would you choose?
Noodle: Charlize Theron, but Charlize from Mad Max: Fury Road, so maybe just Furiosa. But in a romcom.
danny22210: Both: what's your dream collaborator that hasn't happened yet? Also what are your favourites of your own songs? Little Simz: do you feel that part of the reason you haven't been embraced by the hip hop community as of yet is due to gender? In my opinion you're on a level with a lot of current rappers such as Kendrick Lamar, and I certainly wouldn't say your beat selection or lyrics are especially un-radio friendly, but you still seem to be a niche audience (I will say this is from the perspective of a Scottish hip hop fan, maybe it's different elsewhere?).
Noodle: any clues as to what we can expect from the television show, e.g; do you speak often now or are you still a woman of few words?
Finally, what's your Halloween costumes this year?
Simz: I'd like to work with Daughter, and I'd like to work with Andre 3000 for sure.
petegaveglia: Simz, what are your favorite gorillaz songs of all time? so excited for garage palace, seeing you at the Meadows was so amazing !!
Simz: Dirty Harry. Clint Eastwood. Kids With Gunz
lillaz: Noodle! Happy birthday and happy Halloween! Making a trip to Japan soon. Any recommendations for places that you especially like to visit?
Noodle: Ryoan-ji, a Zen temple in Kyoto. Every day, under the cherry trees, the abbot rakes little pebbles into lines. It shows the mystery of life. Something we are not meant to understand, but that we should try to contemplate. Much like the enduring mystery of Murdoc's sex appeal.
daviak: Simbi, in your opinion, what's the best song you ever made? much love from Brazil <3
Simz: That's a difficult one. I'm really proud of all of them.
SIMWAK: Little Simz, what is your favourite: TV show, Album and Movie of all time ?
Simz: Right now...Game of Thrones, Nick Hakim - Green Twins. I don't really watch films these days.
colourfulsailors: Hey Little Simz and Noodle (Happy birthday!), Little Simz, how has your experience been with the band memebers? And what is the best moment you've had with them so far?
Simz: every time I'm onstage with them is my best moment. The highlight was making Garage Palace, we clicked and there was a chemistry there which really made the song
petrifiedllama: Who's best at table tennis backstage?
Noodle: Benjamin Clementine. He's the only one who's even come close to beating me. No one else stands a chance. I imagine Grace Jones would be good too, but she's too busy doing handstands and hula hooping to commit to a whole game.
Jessori: What are your shared interests besides music? And happy birthday to you Noodle!
Noodle and Simz: we both like the colour green!
kawaiibells21: Simz if you are gonna be In the new Gorillaz TV show would you rather be a cartoon or live action?
Simz: cartoon. for sure.
Jrulez8: For Noodle, What'd you think about the new Stranger Things season? For both of you, what are your favorite games? Love ya both, thanks for making some great music
Noodle: Not many people know this, but Millie Bobby Brown and I are actually BFF's. We both like to send each other pictures of cats we see on the street on our travels. I haven't seen any of season 2 yet though - saving that to binge watch on tour while Murdoc parties with whatever reprobates he brings back to the bus.
DrFartsparkles: Lil Simz: I really love your live performance of We Got the Power. Whose idea was it for you to do this song, and is there any chance of a studio version?
Simz: it was actually the bands idea, and I'd love to do a studio version. Maybe we can make that happen..
placidyn: Little Simz, how did that battle against the Budai go? Did ya win?
Simz: you've gotta insert more coins to know!!
FreedomFallout: Happy Birthday Noodle!
I’ve always been curious to ask why the Gorillaz homes always end up so messy, though the new pad is looking alright.... for now.
And Little Simz! What’s the creative process behind your lyrics? They’re a constant stream of kickass.
Noodle: I'm not sure what you're talking about, because my space is always neat and tidy. Life is chaos, so I need my room to be zen. I never even eat soba noodles in bed, as much as I'd like to sometimes. That's dedication for you.
Prof_Gutnacht: To Noodle: how's your birthday been? To Little Simz: can you recommend any underrated MC's?
Simz: Smino, J.I.D
Maresia876: Happy Birthday Noodle! So I was wondering, what's your favorite noodle flavour?
Noodle: Chilli chicken, with extra chilli oil and a sprinkling of fresh chillies on top. The more fiery the better, naturally.
TickerTapeRhinestone: Happy birthday, Noodle Doing anything to celebrate?
Little Simz, doing anything fun for Halloween? :)
Simz: I'm gonna be on a tourbus to Luxembourg for Halloween!! There might be a bus party for Noodle's birthday..
SouthSouthLondon: Fancy dabbling in to Grime?
Noodle: Of course! There needs to be more girls in grime. I'd lead the revolution.
KawaiiGuroCandy: Konnichiwa, Noodle! My question is, how did you learn to dance so well like in the DARE music video?
Noodle: 2D taught me. Don't read anything into that by the way. It wasn't the horizontal mambo.
imamiah: Noodle! you've always been such a glorious role model. what do you think has had the biggest impact on you becoming such a strong woman? how can i become a stronger woman? <3
Noodle: Thank you. I think working with Grace Jones was incredibly inspiring. Anybody who can do handstands and discuss philosophy and own her sexuality is good by me. And my advice is always to believe in yourself. Be confident and try different things and don't ever let yourself feel small.