Dead or Alive’s career-defining hit, “You Spin Me Right Round (Like A Record),” entered a new era when Flo Rida and Ke$ha covered the tune back in 2009. But when Jimmy Fallon and Hollywood actor Paul Rudd unexpectedly tried out a Dead or Alive cover of their own, the hilarious video went viral with over 11.4 million views to date!
For this Tonight Show skit, the star duo didn’t just cover the track; they recreated the entire music video! Paul Rudd takes the spotlight as the band’s lead singer Pete Burns, donning the exact same outfit as in the original music video, complete with the iconic eyepatch and classic dad dancing.
A 1980s haze grains the video to convince you of its vintage authenticity; a disco ball shimmers as Paul and Jimmy re-enact the video scene by scene, including the Thousand Arm Dance, ribbon unraveling, and golden flag waving. All the while, Jimmy Fallon impersonates Dead or Alive bandmate Steve Coy and looks unexpectedly fantastic in his long, strawberry blonde wig.
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It isn’t only the visuals which are spot on in this cover. The pair even parody Pete Burns’ trademark singing style, exaggerating Pete’s flamboyant tonal quirks in ways that will make any Music Man reader cackle. Compare the boys’ cover to the ’80s original below!
But perhaps the most hilarious part of the vid is seeing how effortlessly Paul dives into his character, capturing an absurd level of confidence and clearly having a blast on the video shoot, all while Jimmy hovers wistfully in the background.
Paul’s legendary skill at character acting shouldn’t come as a surprise, however. The seasoned New Jersey-born actor has been reprising the role of Ant-Man in the Marvel movies since the superhero’s 2015 screen debut; spent the noughties starring in rom-coms including “Forgetting Sarah Marshall,” “The 40-Year-Old Virgin” and “Knocked Up,” and scored his very first acting role in the major ’90s flick, “Clueless.”
Paul’s fans have been going crazy for this clip and spreading their love in the comments section. One fan wrote, “Paul Rudd knows how to seriously commit to a bit. He just goes for it. One of my favourite actors,” while another brought the house down when they commented, “This is part of Paul Rudd’s rituals of maintaining his youth.”
But one viewer hit the nail on the head when they wrote, “The hilarious thing about this other than their spot on rendition, is that they are in no way exaggerating the original performance or video.”
Jimmy Fallon and Paul Rudd’s nostalgic homage to Dead or Alive’s iconic music video is a delightful tribute, capturing the eccentric essence of the original with comedic flair. Their hilarious recreation is a testament to the enduring appeal of the 1980s classic. If you’re eager to experience this viral sensation and dig deeper into the entertaining world of these talented stars, be sure to explore the links provided below.