Following the release of singles “Ruby,” and “The Song of The Masochist,” award-winning musician, writer and performer Tim Minchin today releases his latest track “I Wouldn’t Like You,” the third single from his forthcoming album TimMinchinTimeMachine, arriving 25 July via BMG.
“I Wouldn’t Like You” begins as a tender piano ballad, gently unfolding with Minchin’s signature lyrical wit and emotional nuance, before gradually building into a more guitar-driven, alt-rock finish. At its heart, the track is a wry and quietly romantic ode to loving someone exactly as they are, quirks, contradictions, and all. With lines like “I wouldn’t like you if you weren’t like you,” Minchin delivers a love song that’s both offbeat and sincere, playfully rejecting perfection in favour of authenticity. It’s equal parts dry humour and heartfelt truth, wrapped in a deceptively simple melody that swells with feeling as the track evolves. Listen and watch the official music video HERE.
Tim Minchin said: “Of all the tunes on this record that have been reinvented, this one has had the most successful vibe update. I always thought this was a keeper, but now with Evan’s loping groove, and the pure undeniable jank of Jak’s guitar in the chorus… I love it.”
The track adds a new layer to the growing portrait painted by TimMinchinTimeMachine, a curated anthology of previously unreleased material. This collection of 11 songs offers a glimpse into the mind of the songwriter Tim was before global acclaim, showcasing a raw, witty, and deeply human side of his artistry.
The album follows Minchin’s critically acclaimed 2020 studio debut Apart Together, which earned four stars from The Independent, hailed as “a tenderly considered pop album that subverts expectations.” Pre-order TimMinchinTimeMachine HERE.
In parallel with the album rollout, Minchin kicked off his brand-new live tour, Songs The World Will Never Hear, last night at Soho Theatre Walthamstow. The UK run continues through over 20 cities, including a trio of sold-out shows at London’s Eventim Apollo from 4–6 July. Remaining tickets are on sale now at TimMinchin.com.
Audiences can expect an evening packed with unforgettable songs and stories, as Minchin looks back on how a Perth cabaret pianist ended up building one of the most eclectic and extraordinary careers in entertainment. Delivered with signature blend of razor-sharp wit, musical virtuosity, and disarming honesty, the set list will draw from three decades of unique songwriting.
Following the success of Apart Together and his acclaimed live performances across the UK and Australia, TimMinchinTimeMachine signals a new chapter in Minchin’s musical journey, one that looks both backwards and forwards, capturing the beauty, complexity and absurdity of life through song.
TimMinchinTimeMachine Tracklist
1. Understand It
2. I Wouldn’t Like You
3. Ruby
4. The Song of The Masochist
5. You Grew On Me
6. Dark Side
7. Pop Song
8. Moment of Bliss
9. Rock n Roll Nerd
10. If All You Ever Had Was Love
11. Not Perfect
Songs The World Will Never HearUK Tour Dates
5 June 2025 – London – Soho Theatre Walthamstow
7 June 2025 – Plymouth – Pavilions
8 June 2025 – Plymouth – Pavilions
9 June 2025 – Birmingham – Symphony Hall
10 June 2025 – Leicester – De Montfort Hall
13 June 2025 – Sheffield – City Hall
14 June 2025 – Hull – Connexin Live
15 June 2025 – Cardiff – Utilita Arena
16 June 2025 – Nottingham – Royal Concert Hall
19 June 2025 – Blackpool – Opera House
20 June 2025 – Edinburgh – Playhouse
21 June 2025 – Glasgow – SEC Armadillo
23 June 2025 – Leeds – First Direct Arena
24 June 2025 – Newcastle – O2 City Hall
25 June 2025 – Newcastle – O2 City Hall
27 June 2025 – Manchester – Opera House
28 June 2025 – Liverpool – Empire
30 June 2025 – Oxford – New Theatre
1 July 2025 – Oxford – New Theatre
2 July 2025 – Brighton – Centre
4 July 2025 – London – Eventim Apollo Hammersmith
5 July 2025 – London – Eventim Apollo Hammersmith
6 July 2025 – London – Eventim Apollo Hammersmith
9 July 2025 – Birmingham – Symphony Hall
10 July 2025 – Birmingham – Symphony Hall
12 July 2025 – Manchester – Opera House
13 July 2025 – Manchester – Opera House
14 July 2025 – Bournemouth – Bournemouth International Centre
17 July 2025 – Sheffield – City Hall
18 July 2025 – Bath – Forum
19 July 2025 – Bath – Forum
20 July 2025 – Nottingham – Royal Concert Hall
