Buy a thing sell a thing never ever throw a thing
When you buy a thing sell a thing
Bought a new thing that’s tingled your bones
Flog that thing you’ve definitely outgrown
It’s a simple idea chuck nothing away
Sell it on Ebay make some ones day
Buy a thing sell a thing is what you should do
Like a boomerang the love comes back to you
Buy shiny shiny new thing sell some one your old thing
You can even make some ching ching ching
Cause that thing could be some ones everything
Watch the eBay Advert
Behind the Song: eBay & David Goo
The eBay Advert Song, titled “Buy A Thing Sell A Thing,” is a rare example of a track composed specifically for commercial use that caught the public’s ear. Composed by David Goo and recorded in an in-house studio, the song serves as a playful, catchy anthem for the circular economy. Its jaunty rhythm and literal lyrics reinforce eBay’s core mission: encouraging users to find value in second-hand items rather than letting them go to waste.
eBay was founded on September 3, 1995, by Pierre Omidyar and is currently headquartered in San Jose, California. The “Buy A Thing Sell A Thing” campaign highlights the platform’s versatility as both a marketplace for “shiny shiny new things” and a place to “flog that thing you’ve definitely outgrown.” By using a bespoke track, eBay successfully created a brand identity that is both accessible and relentlessly optimistic, turning the act of clearing out a closet into a “ching ching” opportunity that might make someone else’s day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the song in the eBay ‘Buy A Thing Sell A Thing’ advert?
The song was specifically composed for eBay by David Goo and is titled “Buy A Thing Sell A Thing.”
Who founded eBay and when?
eBay was founded by Pierre Omidyar on September 3, 1995.
Where is eBay’s headquarters located?
The company is headquartered in San Jose, California, USA.
What is the main message of the ‘Buy A Thing Sell A Thing’ campaign?
The campaign promotes sustainability and the circular economy, encouraging people to sell items they no longer need so they can find a second life with a new owner.
