Please react to "Word Crimes" from this same album. It really showcases his impeccable diction and voice clarity in a faster song, which has the added benefit that its not creepy and awful like the original lyrics.
Seeing someone discover Weird Al is always a joy. Especially when they're old enough to appreciate his talent as well as his humor. He's been doing this since the 70s, so you've got plenty of material for reactions as well as off-screen personal enjoyment.
Al doesn't do covers, he makes masterpieces. Madonna once said something like "you're no one until Weird Al does one of your songs". For the record, I believe he's done at least two of hers.
he actually has only done one full on spoof. "Like A Surgeon". However he has included at least 2 of her songs in 2 different polka medleys. Papa Don't Preach & Ray Of Light.
Back in the 80s, Weird Al was HUGE in geek circles and has always been. Seriously, it's hard to overstate how popular he was among the geek crowd. He is one of the very few artists who I will buy a new album of his without hearing a single song off it because I *know* it's going to be great... and that's been true since the 80s.
Hell yeah. in the late 70's or early 80's, I would listen to the Dr. Demento show on the radio every week and that's where I first heard Weird Al. Loved him from the first song I heard. The great thing about Dr. Demento was that he opened me up to a whole new world of funny radio, not just Wierd Al. Great acts like Kip Adotta, The Frantics, Joe the Love Potato, and so many others. I still have some cassette tapes I made from back then.
Yeah, I've been pretty obsessed with Weird Al since I was a kid (I've been a geek/nerd practically my whole life). I have mixed feelings about his popularity now. He deserves it, of course -- he should have been huge from the beginning. But now Weird Al is no longer a hidden treasure that geeks and nerds can appreciate and find camaraderie with.
@@jasonsmith9147 I still remember the tape with Kip Adotta, Bryan Bowers, Weird Al, and Rodney Dangerfield (among others). Did you ever notice that Rappin’ Rodney isn’t listed on the cassette? I’m pretty sure that’s on purpose, so he “gets no respect at all.”
I mean doubly so when you see the kind of people who make guest appearances in his videos. Even among the other celebrities of geek culture, his videos are something to be a part of.
It's funny how people like Beth (not that there is anyone like her ;) ) haven't heard of Al 40 + years after he debuted. But, 2 songs later, Beth has already figured out he's a genius, bravo!
@@SimoExMachina2 I would have suggested "Dare to be Stupid" from the same album. But come to think of it there are classics that have stood the test of time on the first two albums. eg. "Eat It"
The thing to keep in mind is while that Al is huge in the USA, that is pretty much the only place (and judging by his world tour locations also Canada). Sure, he has his fans in other countries as well, probably a few more in countries where English is either primary or a common second language (Canada, UK...). But people outside the US are far less likely to have heard of him, especially since his real boom (from my understanding) was the 80s and 90s. Not implying that he's not doing extremely well still of course, but that's when he had his own show and movie and all that.
@@efester That was more a shot at prince more than anything, I'm not a big fan of artists that have a huge ego (and boy did he have one). Coolio also wasn't happy about Amish Paradise, but he got over it.
@@Ironlantern723 think you've got to roll with it, and see it as a positive thing. Agree Prince definitely had a big ego (with unreal talent to back it up), I'd be well happy!
@@Ironlantern723 Yeah Al always gets permission to parody songs (even though he really doesn't have to) and there was some mix up on the Coolio one where he was told he was good with it when he really wasn't. But yeah he got over it.
One minor correction. He didn't "do" his hair for this. That's just his hair. I think you should also check out "Since You've Been Gone." It's not a cover or parody, but an original a capella song done in the 50's do-wop style.
I love that one from his Bad Hair Day album. My favorite painful example was "shove a red-hot cactus up my nose," but the best part is the punch line at the very end.
Fun bit of "Weird Al" trivia: Weird Al is one of only _5_ artists to have 4 Billboard Top 40 hits across 4 decades (the others being Kenny G, Madonna, Michael Jackson, and U2). That's at least one top 40 hit in each of the '80s, '90s, '00s, and '10s. Although arguably, Kenny G and Michael Jackson snuck in on technicalities (their music being included in a modern track via sample).
Congrats on discovering Weird Al. It's good that you started with The Saga Begins because that was a good showcase for his voice talents, which are often overlooked because of his clever lyrics and video. This parody shows off more of his creativity. Others show off his dancing and rapping skills. He truly is multi-talented, which is so rare.
Oooh, love me some Weird Al in the morning. Especially mixed with Beth. Please take a look at Weird Al's Word Crimes. It is absolutely hilarious and amazingly clever. You'll love it, i'm sure.
Beth.... I Love Your Videos! Not just because they/You are so Fun and know so much, but You are a True Music Fan and it shows so easily! You make Your Reactions so Fun and Your Knowledge of Music and singing is o Amazing! I Am so Happy that I found You here! And Your Voice is So Beautiful as well! Thank You for sharing these with Us!! Rawr! ;)
Weird Al is a lyrical genius. I have loved listening to his songs since I was in junior high in the 80s. :D His video for "Tacky" is one of my favorites, because it is all done in one take, and the song is just so well done.
A genius and also one of the nicest, kindest people you can meet, He knows so many of his fans by name and remembers us and what we have been doing across many years. I have met him a dozen times and seen his shows both in UK and USA, He's so lovely!
I'd love to see more reactions to Weird Al. I don't think he's ever done a bad parody. And his videos are spot on with the original artists' videos. Especially the ones of Michael Jackson.
He's done some bad parodies, including one he admits was bad -- His Cyndi Lauper parody Girls Just Want to Have Lunch. He was forced by his record label to do a parody of Lauper because of how huge she was at the time. So he was forced into doing that parody and because of that it's not that good.
There is a video of MJ's "Bad" and Weird Al's "Fat" side by side - as his video is almost a shot by shot recreation. I think anyone in a cover band can appreciate the genius of Weird Al. So great.
Beth, I was listening to Michael Mcdonald again (Doobie Brothers, occasionally Steely Dan). His voice is astounding and he seems to keep his warm, dark chest voice sound all the way up into his highest notes. And he is a tenor but has a warm bass-like resonance. I really want you to do a show on his voice . Maybe "What a Fool Believes".
The man who made a career out of trying to never pronounce a hard consonant. In all seriousness he does have an amazing voice, she should look up some of his music.
Oh man, I remembered Patton Oswalt as the director, but I completely forgot about Thomas Lennon and Robert Ben Garant (Dangle and Junior from Reno 911) as the Men in Black. Love this parody, and love your reaction!
I was catching up on your videos the other day and saw you did Weird Al. Was so excited and hoped for more, including this one. Then this popped up in my YT suggestions! Also Al’s hair in this video is basically his natural hair btw.
Weird Al is just a genius from writing to planning it out but what really impresses me is the fact that he's able to closely mimic the singing style of any singer that he is parodying because he does so many different styles and of course each singer has their own vocal format and he's able to really do a solid impression of those different formats which I find really really impressive
Weird Al is the greatest. Period. I saw him on this tour and brought a big roll of aluminum foil with me so everyone around me could make ourselves hats
He’s a very underrated vocalist and he’s gotten better over time. He’s not so much an impersonator, but he’s able to shift tones to remind of the original vocalist.
So fun to see someone discover "Weird Al" for the first time. "Weird Al" will be your deepest and most fun rabbit hole journey. Put all his videos on post-it notes and stick them to your wall. Then blindfold yourself and throw a dart. Guaranteed you'll hit a great song, whether it's a parody or original (of which he has many).
I have often felt that Weird Al is one of the great artists of the modern era - not because I love his songs [though in general I do] but because he manages to copy so many styles of singing and also he matches so many music videos scene by scene but with the change to the new interpretation. He has done some amazing parodies of Michelle Jackson and so many others.
Weird Al is probably one of the greatest songwriters in history, and having had the pleasure of seeing him live in Glasgow a few years ago, I can confirm he and his band are some of the greatest showmen too. Also worthy of note is that his band has been pretty-much the same throughout his career - he joked that the keyboard player was "The new guy", as he ONLY joined in 1991. I heartily endorse you do a reaction to his song Albuquerque from the Running with Scissors album. There's no official video, but various folks have uploaded it to CZcams, including a few live renditions
Weird Al is the OG that hundreds or thousands of CZcamsrs have attempted to emulate. Everybody knows his comedy chops, but he's actually a versatile singer as well, as he demonstrates across a wide variety of pop/rock/rap/showtunes/younameit musical genres. Well done Beth!
The video had a copyright issue, so there are some censored videos of it without the credits included. That means some jokes don't make sense in the censored version.
no joke, Al is a genius. He has hundreds of songs on the internet. Try "Word Crimes" or see his parody of Bob Dylan's masterpiece "Subterranean Homesick Blues" Al named it "BOB" and every single line not only rhymes but is a palindrome..
Simultaneously funny and a great lyrical song. You are not alone, Beth. Apart from your other reaction video, I'd never listened to any of his work; I'd heard of him but, never was I around anyone that listened to him that i then in turn influenced me. Thanks for sharing.
I love this man so much!!! To be this consistent & entertaining for 40 years as the King of Parody is astounding. His facial expressions are honestly underrated in his videos, especially with Foil😂
Hello Beth, love seeing the weird al songs here. I want to tell you just how big he is here. MASSIVE. He has been a huge star for 40 years, he is way more then a parody guy. though of course that is his format. However the two songs you picked do not showcase his talents. Kirk Cobain said, You know you made it when weird al does your song. So i give you 3 songs for you to watch off video. "Bob", as is bob dylan (watch the signs closely) "Word Crimes" attention on grammar. "White and nerdy" just for fun and range, just beating out "all about the Pentiums". Al is a class act and has done every major artist/bands including Queen.
Back in the day it seemed like ery other Weird Al parody was about food. It got to the point when he asked Kurt Cobain about parodying 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' he replied "Sure.(pause) It's not going to be about food is it?" To which Al replied about how it was going to be about how nobody could understand their lyrics. So when all us old Al fans heard 'Foil' for the first time we thought Foil was going to be about food like the first verse. It made the conspiracy turn in the second half all the better.
Weird Al is also one of the most genuine nice people. I have met him a couple times and he's always just so friendly. You'd never guess he was a celebrity.
Fun (and cool) thing about Weird Al.. He always asks the artists before making the parody! And they are all so well thought out. They're not rude or nasty, they're just clever and fun :D
Most don't know that Weird Al also makes original songs. For all the fun I recommend Horoscope for the Day and Truck Driving Song. You can trust me, I live in Albuquerque..................
Coolio said no but the label said yes. There was someone who told All that coolio said yes, but later after it came out the artist said he never did. But All is nothing if not couteous. Legally he needs no permission just credit the writers of the original work, but he's always gone above and beyond. For Eat it and Fat Micheal worked with All to create the videos. Scene for scene and move for move. Micheal loved Al's work. That is class is what he demonstrates.
Weird Al has an uncanny ability to perfectly imitate the cadence and sound of anyone he parodies. Everyone is telling you the various songs to listen to next. If you're interested check out the songs he's parodying first then Weird Al's version then realize he does that every time. He's even developed serious skill as a rapper. As for my suggestion for next song, try his version of Classical Gas. You'll be amazed
Weird Al's parody of Dylan's "Subterranean Homesick Blues" in "Bob" is beyond brilliant, particularly once you get the carefully-crafted bigger joke behind the lyrics.
If you're going to react to more Weird Al, please give "Hardware Store" a listen. I think it's legitimately amazing. The artistry and technical skill is just off the charts in that song.
I loved how you can see the whole second verse came from Al going "Why does she say 'by the way I cracked the code?' That seems so melodramatic... and then bringing it back to FOOOILLLLL~ (foooiiilllll~)
Been said many a time: One knows they made it in the music industry when Weird Al does a parody with one of your songs... Weird Al: simply put is pure genius & creative talent. Saga Begins - my favorite.
Weird Al is not just a comedic genius and adept at parody... he's a talented musician, got an expansive vocal mimicry ability and is a really compelling actor ! I mean he SOLD that entire performance, from the dismissive restaurant patron to the banal infomercial host... and BAM ! ... to the conspiracy theory nutjob... just soooo convincing ! My favourite Weird Al parody yet... and he's got a lot of them up there !
I'm so glad you've discovered Weird Al. I think you'll freak out if you react to Weird Al's style parody of The Doors. It's called Craigslist and he does Jim Morrison, spot on!!
This man is a legend. The GOAT of parody. It's said that an artist hasn't really "made it" until Weird Al does a parody of their song. Now that you've seen a couple of his songs, I would love to see you react to: Living With a Hernia Like A Surgeon Germs Hardware Store Actually, ALL of his work, but that would take a bit of time. He's been doing this since the late 70's, early 80's.
A parody inside a parody. Only Al can pull this off. And so much better than the original. Have a listen/look at “Word Crimes” … the video on its own is unrivaled genius.
LOL, when a teenage Al Yankovic appeared on the Dr. Demento Show he was rocking the same holdover hippy hair. Gad, getting old is a pain, but I remember seeing Weird Al's "My Bologna" on television sitting in my dorm room.
Yep. Bona-fide genius. First time I ever heard him was 1981 on the Dr. Demento Show, a syndicated program featuring an assortment of offbeat oddball stuff. Al was a fan and sent in a tune. I don't know if that's the one I heard. The Dr. played 'It's Still Billy Joel To Me'...just Al and accordion. Brilliant. 👏👏👏👏👏
The most amazing thing about Al's voice (IMHO) isn't in his technique on any particular song, but rather just how many different styles he can adapt his voice to fit into. From Coolio to Nirvana, from Michael Jackson to Lady Gaga, his voice sounds as if it belongs in the song that you are listening to.
Weird Al was once quoted in an interview saying he came up with his lyrics while sitting in a bathtub filled with chocolate pudding so of course he is a genius.
As previously said it's always fun to see or be present when someone discovers Weird Al. He's been at the very top of the spoof genre for decades. There's no one close. My favorite album title is even funny! "Running With Scissors"
Hey Beth, he's barely scratched the surface of his genius. You don't have to listen to him all but just Google his catalog. It will blow your mind. that was fun You're awesome raaaaaaar❤️💚☘️
There are people who have had a hit maybe even two with a parody song, but Weird Al has made an entire career out of it. And he only seems to be getting better as he ages.
Your reaction videos are an incredible treat. I love it. This one and your first Weird Al reaction had me in tears you're so joyful to watch. No kid in my elementary school didn't know who Weird Al was, he was very much a huge part of the 90s at least in my circle growing up. Wonderful thank you:)
Please react to "Word Crimes" from this same album. It really showcases his impeccable diction and voice clarity in a faster song, which has the added benefit that its not creepy and awful like the original lyrics.
Oh, yes! Please, I've been waiting for this.
" its not creepy and awful like the original lyrics." - Yes... he took the "Date Rape" song and turned it into something palatable and awesome.
Another vote for "Word Crimes", it's absolute genius!
@@newgrl "weird al has a big dic...tionary" always makes me giggle
Please Beth! Word crimes!
Beth: "This just seems such good advice"
Weird Al, a bit later: "Oh by the way, I cracked the code..."
That's how they rope you in, by seemingly being logical... 😂
Seeing someone discover Weird Al is always a joy. Especially when they're old enough to appreciate his talent as well as his humor. He's been doing this since the 70s, so you've got plenty of material for reactions as well as off-screen personal enjoyment.
Weird Al is an international treasure :-).
Holy fuck, that means Al will hit 50 years as a performer this decade....
I'm not ready to feel that old.
If an musical artist has their song parodied by Weird Al, that's the sign that they've truly become successful in the music industry.
@@justinchristoph3725 Coolio apparently didn't get the memo
@@rollingmetal949 Some people just can't handle being parodied.
The comic timing of “…I’m protected ‘cause I made this hat” never fails to crack me up 😂
Al doesn't do covers, he makes masterpieces.
Madonna once said something like "you're no one until Weird Al does one of your songs". For the record, I believe he's done at least two of hers.
he actually has only done one full on spoof. "Like A Surgeon". However he has included at least 2 of her songs in 2 different polka medleys. Papa Don't Preach & Ray Of Light.
Unless you're Prince. But yeah, the rule applies to everyone else.
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i think you mean the artist formerly known as prince.
@@sabin97 I'm pretty sure he changed it back before he died so he's actually the artist known again as Prince. :D
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didnt even know he died.
Back in the 80s, Weird Al was HUGE in geek circles and has always been. Seriously, it's hard to overstate how popular he was among the geek crowd. He is one of the very few artists who I will buy a new album of his without hearing a single song off it because I *know* it's going to be great... and that's been true since the 80s.
Hell yeah. in the late 70's or early 80's, I would listen to the Dr. Demento show on the radio every week and that's where I first heard Weird Al. Loved him from the first song I heard. The great thing about Dr. Demento was that he opened me up to a whole new world of funny radio, not just Wierd Al. Great acts like Kip Adotta, The Frantics, Joe the Love Potato, and so many others. I still have some cassette tapes I made from back then.
Yeah, I've been pretty obsessed with Weird Al since I was a kid (I've been a geek/nerd practically my whole life). I have mixed feelings about his popularity now. He deserves it, of course -- he should have been huge from the beginning. But now Weird Al is no longer a hidden treasure that geeks and nerds can appreciate and find camaraderie with.
@@jasonsmith9147 I still remember the tape with Kip Adotta, Bryan Bowers, Weird Al, and Rodney Dangerfield (among others). Did you ever notice that Rappin’ Rodney isn’t listed on the cassette? I’m pretty sure that’s on purpose, so he “gets no respect at all.”
80's? Sure, but we listened to him on the Dr, Demento Show on...(wait for it)...radio... in the 70's. Yup.
I mean doubly so when you see the kind of people who make guest appearances in his videos. Even among the other celebrities of geek culture, his videos are something to be a part of.
It's funny how people like Beth (not that there is anyone like her ;) ) haven't heard of Al 40 + years after he debuted. But, 2 songs later, Beth has already figured out he's a genius, bravo!
True on both counts.
She's got a lot of catching up to do.
@@blindleader42 Starting from "Like A Surgeon".
@@SimoExMachina2 I would have suggested "Dare to be Stupid" from the same album. But come to think of it there are classics that have stood the test of time on the first two albums. eg. "Eat It"
The thing to keep in mind is while that Al is huge in the USA, that is pretty much the only place (and judging by his world tour locations also Canada). Sure, he has his fans in other countries as well, probably a few more in countries where English is either primary or a common second language (Canada, UK...). But people outside the US are far less likely to have heard of him, especially since his real boom (from my understanding) was the 80s and 90s.
Not implying that he's not doing extremely well still of course, but that's when he had his own show and movie and all that.
The best thing about this video is knowing what's coming, and watching Beth discover it for herself.
*pauses 2 seconds before things go entirely off the rails*
"You know, this is just really good advice!"
It really is, I was just waiting for it. It's funny seeing people react to the calm beginning thinking it's going to stay that way.
yes
Yeah the fact she stops RIGHT before it gets weird and says it's good advice lol
Weird AL was my very first concert. I was 8. He was the opening act for the main band I went to see, The Monkees.
Having a song parodied by Weird Al is one of the greatest honors a recording artist can get
Some don't see it that way. Prince had a high opinion of his music and thought he was too good for a Weird Al parody.
@@Ironlantern723 Kurt Cobain was well happy when he parodied Teen Spirit
@@efester That was more a shot at prince more than anything, I'm not a big fan of artists that have a huge ego (and boy did he have one). Coolio also wasn't happy about Amish Paradise, but he got over it.
@@Ironlantern723 think you've got to roll with it, and see it as a positive thing. Agree Prince definitely had a big ego (with unreal talent to back it up), I'd be well happy!
@@Ironlantern723 Yeah Al always gets permission to parody songs (even though he really doesn't have to) and there was some mix up on the Coolio one where he was told he was good with it when he really wasn't. But yeah he got over it.
One minor correction. He didn't "do" his hair for this. That's just his hair.
I think you should also check out "Since You've Been Gone." It's not a cover or parody, but an original a capella song done in the 50's do-wop style.
Yup, that is what his hair has looked at for quite a few years now.
That's a good one but... "One More Minute" is probably the best of his bad breakup/relationship songs.
I love that one from his Bad Hair Day album. My favorite painful example was "shove a red-hot cactus up my nose," but the best part is the punch line at the very end.
@@kerim.peardon5551 Mine was "I'd rather jump naked on a huge pile of thumbtacks". 😬
Fun bit of "Weird Al" trivia:
Weird Al is one of only _5_ artists to have 4 Billboard Top 40 hits across 4 decades (the others being Kenny G, Madonna, Michael Jackson, and U2). That's at least one top 40 hit in each of the '80s, '90s, '00s, and '10s. Although arguably, Kenny G and Michael Jackson snuck in on technicalities (their music being included in a modern track via sample).
if it's a sample in someone else's song, then it's not your song.
so those who "snuck" didnt really sneak. they failed.
Weird Al is the parody GOAT... Don’t miss his “Word Crimes” video...
Congrats on discovering Weird Al. It's good that you started with The Saga Begins because that was a good showcase for his voice talents, which are often overlooked because of his clever lyrics and video.
This parody shows off more of his creativity. Others show off his dancing and rapping skills. He truly is multi-talented, which is so rare.
Actually, you’re spot on. He IS a genius. He started kindergarten a year early, skipped second grade and graduated valedictorian at 16.
"I think this is just good advice!"
You may have spoken too soon.
Oooh, love me some Weird Al in the morning. Especially mixed with Beth. Please take a look at Weird Al's Word Crimes. It is absolutely hilarious and amazingly clever. You'll love it, i'm sure.
Beth.... I Love Your Videos! Not just because they/You are so Fun and know so much, but You are a True Music Fan and it shows so easily! You make Your Reactions so Fun and Your Knowledge of Music and singing is o Amazing! I Am so Happy that I found You here! And Your Voice is So Beautiful as well! Thank You for sharing these with Us!! Rawr! ;)
Weird Al is a lyrical genius. I have loved listening to his songs since I was in junior high in the 80s. :D
His video for "Tacky" is one of my favorites, because it is all done in one take, and the song is just so well done.
You can't go wrong with Weird Al. Word Crimes is also brilliant!
Word Crimes are fun... but Party at the CIA is the best !
A genius and also one of the nicest, kindest people you can meet, He knows so many of his fans by name and remembers us and what we have been doing across many years. I have met him a dozen times and seen his shows both in UK and USA, He's so lovely!
I'd love to see more reactions to Weird Al. I don't think he's ever done a bad parody. And his videos are spot on with the original artists' videos. Especially the ones of Michael Jackson.
Funny you should mention Michael Jackson, because Al did do a "Bad" parody--"Fat". 🧐😁😁
Like A Surgeon 💯
He's done some bad parodies, including one he admits was bad -- His Cyndi Lauper parody Girls Just Want to Have Lunch. He was forced by his record label to do a parody of Lauper because of how huge she was at the time. So he was forced into doing that parody and because of that it's not that good.
I remember when “Like A Surgeon “ and “Fat” ( redo of “Bad”)were released ! He has some great songs!
There is a video of MJ's "Bad" and Weird Al's "Fat" side by side - as his video is almost a shot by shot recreation.
I think anyone in a cover band can appreciate the genius of Weird Al. So great.
I remember those. He sealed the deal as an icon for GenX when he did Amish Paradise though. Then The Saga Begins made him a LEGEND.
Like a Surgeon and Fat are my favorites also "White and Nerdy" "Eat it" "Smells Like Teen Spirit" He's great!
You should react to Hardware Store, an original piece by Weird Al
How on Earth have you not listened to Weird Al in your lifetime?! I a m so shocked. "This man" has been making genius music for decades.
"There can be only one" actually doesn't refer to the Highlander, but to Weird Al. He is one of a kind! 🙃
Weird Al is always a win!
Watched 'the videot from uhf' last month again, it's awesome
I think it is funny that everyone who does a reaction to this song always pauses the song right after Al says "a refreshing herbal tea."
Beth, I was listening to Michael Mcdonald again (Doobie Brothers, occasionally Steely Dan). His voice is astounding and he seems to keep his warm, dark chest voice sound all the way up into his highest notes. And he is a tenor but has a warm bass-like resonance. I really want you to do a show on his voice . Maybe "What a Fool Believes".
OOOOH YES 🙌
The man who made a career out of trying to never pronounce a hard consonant. In all seriousness he does have an amazing voice, she should look up some of his music.
Oh man, I remembered Patton Oswalt as the director, but I completely forgot about Thomas Lennon and Robert Ben Garant (Dangle and Junior from Reno 911) as the Men in Black. Love this parody, and love your reaction!
For anyone that doesn't know, Patton was the voice of Ratatouille. He's been doing comedy for decades.
I was catching up on your videos the other day and saw you did Weird Al. Was so excited and hoped for more, including this one. Then this popped up in my YT suggestions!
Also Al’s hair in this video is basically his natural hair btw.
Weird Al is just a genius from writing to planning it out but what really impresses me is the fact that he's able to closely mimic the singing style of any singer that he is parodying because he does so many different styles and of course each singer has their own vocal format and he's able to really do a solid impression of those different formats which I find really really impressive
About to go to bed (HST , -11 GMT) and this pops up. "Oh, this will be a delight. What a combo!"
"I feel like this is...really good advice!"
Oh Beth...just wait
He's being doing this since the 80's, and doing it well!
Maybe you should try one of his non-specific parody songs. My favorite is "One More Minute." He parodies 50's vocal groups.
Weird Al is the greatest. Period.
I saw him on this tour and brought a big roll of aluminum foil with me so everyone around me could make ourselves hats
That is some dorky nerd shite and I wish I had been there to join in!
His live shows are amazing. Seen him several times and it's always a blast. I hope he tours again.
He’s a very underrated vocalist and he’s gotten better over time. He’s not so much an impersonator, but he’s able to shift tones to remind of the original vocalist.
"Foil" reactions are the best. No one ever sees the transition coming. I love that you paused and commented at the perfect moment.
So fun to see someone discover "Weird Al" for the first time. "Weird Al" will be your deepest and most fun rabbit hole journey. Put all his videos on post-it notes and stick them to your wall. Then blindfold yourself and throw a dart. Guaranteed you'll hit a great song, whether it's a parody or original (of which he has many).
I have often felt that Weird Al is one of the great artists of the modern era - not because I love his songs [though in general I do] but because he manages to copy so many styles of singing and also he matches so many music videos scene by scene but with the change to the new interpretation. He has done some amazing parodies of Michelle Jackson and so many others.
"I feel like this is just good advice"
everyone watching; "Oh boy, here we go!"
Handy is my new Weird AL fave, but Amish Paradise is a close 2nd.
I'm partial to "All About the Pentiums" myself. But, really, you can't go wrong with any of them.
Weird Al is probably one of the greatest songwriters in history, and having had the pleasure of seeing him live in Glasgow a few years ago, I can confirm he and his band are some of the greatest showmen too. Also worthy of note is that his band has been pretty-much the same throughout his career - he joked that the keyboard player was "The new guy", as he ONLY joined in 1991.
I heartily endorse you do a reaction to his song Albuquerque from the Running with Scissors album. There's no official video, but various folks have uploaded it to CZcams, including a few live renditions
You would really enjoy "Word Crimes". If you do, pay attention to every word of the lyrics. Pure genius!
Weird Al is iconic. Enjoy listening to his work the first time.
Watching Beth smile when she gets the parody genius of Weird Al makes me smile every time.
Weird Al is the OG that hundreds or thousands of CZcamsrs have attempted to emulate. Everybody knows his comedy chops, but he's actually a versatile singer as well, as he demonstrates across a wide variety of pop/rock/rap/showtunes/younameit musical genres. Well done Beth!
The ladies with the BIG hair are a special touch. Mad good skills. Al is the GOAT of parody. He has endless talent.
I think you will really appreciate Weird Al's opening song to Spy Hard. He does something at the end that will blow your (and his) mind.
The video had a copyright issue, so there are some censored videos of it without the credits included. That means some jokes don't make sense in the censored version.
One thing I like is how his backup singers show their professionalism by rolling with the change in narrative direction...
He's such a goofball loved by all. And so damn talented.
no joke, Al is a genius. He has hundreds of songs on the internet. Try "Word Crimes" or see his parody of Bob Dylan's masterpiece "Subterranean Homesick Blues" Al named it "BOB" and every single line not only rhymes but is a palindrome..
Weird Al Yankovic is a Legend and should get a Grammy every year just for being so Awesome. 👍✌❤
Simultaneously funny and a great lyrical song. You are not alone, Beth. Apart from your other reaction video, I'd never listened to any of his work; I'd heard of him but, never was I around anyone that listened to him that i then in turn influenced me. Thanks for sharing.
He has a song that is original called "Hardware Store" you should check out. The vocals are fast paced with some interesting harmonies.
Word Crimes is simply genious. I have never seen anything quite like it. Amish Paradise too - you don't have to know the original to enjoy them.
I love this man so much!!! To be this consistent & entertaining for 40 years as the King of Parody is astounding. His facial expressions are honestly underrated in his videos, especially with Foil😂
Hello Beth, love seeing the weird al songs here. I want to tell you just how big he is here. MASSIVE. He has been a huge star for 40 years, he is way more then a parody guy. though of course that is his format. However the two songs you picked do not showcase his talents. Kirk Cobain said, You know you made it when weird al does your song. So i give you 3 songs for you to watch off video. "Bob", as is bob dylan (watch the signs closely) "Word Crimes" attention on grammar. "White and nerdy" just for fun and range, just beating out "all about the Pentiums". Al is a class act and has done every major artist/bands including Queen.
Back in the day it seemed like ery other Weird Al parody was about food. It got to the point when he asked Kurt Cobain about parodying 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' he replied "Sure.(pause) It's not going to be about food is it?" To which Al replied about how it was going to be about how nobody could understand their lyrics. So when all us old Al fans heard 'Foil' for the first time we thought Foil was going to be about food like the first verse. It made the conspiracy turn in the second half all the better.
Mr. Yankovic does, indeed, have fabulous locks.
Weird Al is also one of the most genuine nice people. I have met him a couple times and he's always just so friendly. You'd never guess he was a celebrity.
Fun (and cool) thing about Weird Al.. He always asks the artists before making the parody! And they are all so well thought out. They're not rude or nasty, they're just clever and fun :D
Most don't know that Weird Al also makes original songs. For all the fun I recommend Horoscope for the Day and Truck Driving Song. You can trust me, I live in Albuquerque..................
Weird Al's rabbit hole is filled with party and wit! You would enjoy it
"He who is tired of Weird Al, is tired of Life" - Homer J. Simpson.
Weird Al is a legend, I respect him for asking the artists permission to parody their songs. Who would say no to him.
I think prince turned him down
@@darrenfalconer3267 Thinking about it I do vaguely remember a couple of people who said no, but luckily most (it seems) say yes.
Coolio said no but the label said yes. There was someone who told All that coolio said yes, but later after it came out the artist said he never did. But All is nothing if not couteous. Legally he needs no permission just credit the writers of the original work, but he's always gone above and beyond. For Eat it and Fat Micheal worked with All to create the videos. Scene for scene and move for move. Micheal loved Al's work. That is class is what he demonstrates.
It was so fun watching you react to this, not knowing what he was going to sing next.
Weird Al has an uncanny ability to perfectly imitate the cadence and sound of anyone he parodies. Everyone is telling you the various songs to listen to next. If you're interested check out the songs he's parodying first then Weird Al's version then realize he does that every time. He's even developed serious skill as a rapper.
As for my suggestion for next song, try his version of Classical Gas. You'll be amazed
Weird Al's parody of Dylan's "Subterranean Homesick Blues" in "Bob" is beyond brilliant, particularly once you get the carefully-crafted bigger joke behind the lyrics.
If you're going to react to more Weird Al, please give "Hardware Store" a listen. I think it's legitimately amazing. The artistry and technical skill is just off the charts in that song.
I loved how you can see the whole second verse came from Al going "Why does she say 'by the way I cracked the code?' That seems so melodramatic... and then bringing it back to FOOOILLLLL~ (foooiiilllll~)
I love Weird Al, been listening to him since the early 80's on Dr. Dimento. I hope I spelled that right!
Dr. Demento, is the correct spelling. I remember, "Nature Trail To Hell", and many others, coming across the radio, on that show.
Been said many a time: One knows they made it in the music industry when Weird Al does a parody with one of your songs...
Weird Al: simply put is pure genius & creative talent.
Saga Begins - my favorite.
Weird Al is a vocal and stylistic chameleon. He catches all the small details that give a certain flavor to music.
On top of his quick wit and comedic timing, they say that he is one of the nicest people to his fans
A musically inclined wordsmith, don't find that often enough
You are adorkable, and I love ya for it. Keep up the great reactions!
Super glad that you enjoyed that! Weird Al has been a treasure for many of us. :) I'm very glad that you're in it now! :)
Welcome to the DOCTOR DEMENTO SHOW! :):) Next up, Weird Al Yankovic with "Another One Rides the Bus". Ahhhh... nostalgia.
Weird Al is not just a comedic genius and adept at parody... he's a talented musician, got an expansive vocal mimicry ability and is a really compelling actor ! I mean he SOLD that entire performance, from the dismissive restaurant patron to the banal infomercial host... and BAM ! ... to the conspiracy theory nutjob... just soooo convincing ! My favourite Weird Al parody yet... and he's got a lot of them up there !
Please react to more Weird Al Yankovich, I love his parodies. His versatility is amazing.
I'm so glad you've discovered Weird Al.
I think you'll freak out if you react to Weird Al's style parody of The Doors. It's called Craigslist and he does Jim Morrison, spot on!!
This man is a legend. The GOAT of parody. It's said that an artist hasn't really "made it" until Weird Al does a parody of their song.
Now that you've seen a couple of his songs, I would love to see you react to:
Living With a Hernia
Like A Surgeon
Germs
Hardware Store
Actually, ALL of his work, but that would take a bit of time. He's been doing this since the late 70's, early 80's.
Living with a Hernia! Germs! Great parodies of different singing styles.
1:57 *stops video at the perfect time*
"I feel like this is just good advice!"
lol
An older song of Al's that explores different stories in each verse is called "Constipated" The last verse has quite a plot twist.
This is awesome seeing you discover Weird Al. I think though you'd really enjoy Word Crimes, just feels like a song I think you'd love a lot.
A parody inside a parody. Only Al can pull this off. And so much better than the original.
Have a listen/look at “Word Crimes” … the video on its own is unrivaled genius.
You need to do his song "Hardware Store"!!! It has a 30-second segment that was done in one take in a single breath. It's incredible
LOL, when a teenage Al Yankovic appeared on the Dr. Demento Show he was rocking the same holdover hippy hair. Gad, getting old is a pain, but I remember seeing Weird Al's "My Bologna" on television sitting in my dorm room.
Yep. Bona-fide genius. First time I ever heard him was 1981 on the Dr. Demento Show, a syndicated program featuring an assortment of offbeat oddball stuff. Al was a fan and sent in a tune. I don't know if that's the one I heard.
The Dr. played 'It's Still Billy Joel To Me'...just Al and accordion. Brilliant.
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Love you Bethroars! So happy when I see u react to stuff I like! You are great!
Please do more Weird Al songs, he really is an amazingly gifted performer and comic genius. His non-parody songs are great too!
The most amazing thing about Al's voice (IMHO) isn't in his technique on any particular song, but rather just how many different styles he can adapt his voice to fit into. From Coolio to Nirvana, from Michael Jackson to Lady Gaga, his voice sounds as if it belongs in the song that you are listening to.
Weird Al was once quoted in an interview saying he came up with his lyrics while sitting in a bathtub filled with chocolate pudding so of course he is a genius.
As previously said it's always fun to see or be present when someone discovers Weird Al. He's been at the very top of the spoof genre for decades. There's no one close. My favorite album title is even funny! "Running With Scissors"
Every couple of days, I hear Beat It on the radio and can't not think about Eat It, and that hilarious music video.
I do that for every song Al parodies
Hey Beth, he's barely scratched the surface of his genius. You don't have to listen to him all but just Google his catalog. It will blow your mind. that was fun You're awesome raaaaaaar❤️💚☘️
There are people who have had a hit maybe even two with a parody song, but Weird Al has made an entire career out of it. And he only seems to be getting better as he ages.
Your reaction videos are an incredible treat. I love it. This one and your first Weird Al reaction had me in tears you're so joyful to watch. No kid in my elementary school didn't know who Weird Al was, he was very much a huge part of the 90s at least in my circle growing up. Wonderful thank you:)