WoW Moviewatch: Imma Tree
by Michael Gray 
Jul 9th 2010 at 12:00PM
Imma Tree is a music video parody of Imma Be by the American group Black Eyed Peas. The original song is a blend of two wildly different beats and flows; it moves from an interesting successor of My Humps into a thriving, throbbing dance floor epic. Imma Tree struggles to maintain some of that energy, but doesn't quite manage to see the effort all the way through.
For Lilydruid's first work, Imma Tree shows a lot of promise for the future. I can completely see where she was going with the video, and the concept could be a strong one. I think song choice was probably a factor here; Imma Be relies on certain DJ tricks and filters. Simply singing the lyrics leaves the music feeling hollow, which unfortunately plagued Lilydruid's effort.
I respect her effort in blending live action with the game's natural animation, as this is a style we don't see very often. I think a lot of people will enjoy the video, and I hope Lilydruid continues growing as an artist.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 7)
woecip Jul 9th 2010 12:02PM
Nice
Josin Jul 9th 2010 2:22PM
Yes, they are. Too bad the singing is horrendous. Boobs alone are not enough to make a video good, apparently.
But hey, thanks for sharing them!
The Giant Jul 9th 2010 4:22PM
Ammatri, ammatri, ammatri, geometry~~
Hollow Leviathan Jul 9th 2010 7:21PM
I feel like for her first work, she picked a song that wouldn't do her singing ability justice. The editing and costuming were very good, but since it was a first go, she couldn't successfully color herself Nelf colors. I'm looking forward to her parodying better songs with more experienced editing chops. This could really go places!
Arilyyn Jul 9th 2010 8:13PM
I will watch her make any video she wants. She had my undivided attention. :)
Xaklo Jul 10th 2010 12:47AM
Indeed, it was very bearable. Just gotta turn the volume down.
Sleutel Jul 13th 2010 8:16AM
Personally, I just want to know what makes this an "Official Video Parody." Did she get a signed certificate from the Black Eyed Peas? Did they willingly let her do such terrible things to this song?
Manbag Jul 9th 2010 12:05PM
Nah, JK. Imma Bear.
pyroroko Jul 9th 2010 12:08PM
I'm not sure what to think of this - I almost didn't realize there was other lyrics other than "I'mma tree" because they much quieter than my laughing out loud the whole video. And the video... It's a funny "wtf" moment, I would think.
odem Jul 9th 2010 12:18PM
Durid is bare! RAWR!
Moose Jul 9th 2010 12:19PM
Yeah...no...This is a trainwreck...I've seen kindergardners with better vocal skills...
A for effort, I guess...?
Numpty Jul 9th 2010 12:20PM
I'll be in my bunk.
wrathofzombie Jul 9th 2010 12:38PM
Nice Firefly Reference! :)
Berg Jul 9th 2010 3:46PM
Possibly the worst performance in a WoW music machinima ever. It sounds HORRIBLE. My ears are bleading. Make it stop, please.
Blunderwear Jul 9th 2010 12:28PM
Saying it's the "worst WOW music machinima ever" is like saying "that's the worst poop ever!" You really shouldn't have high expectations for either.
kevin cormier Jul 9th 2010 2:39PM
OMG, I spit milk out my nose.
Miz Jul 9th 2010 4:20PM
*shakes his head*
Singing?
*watches video again*
Ohh, right, she also sings.
Berg Jul 9th 2010 4:37PM
Blunderwear: There's poop. And then there's a big monster pile of horse manure. This would be in the latter category.
Banic Rhys Jul 9th 2010 12:20PM
Singing is sub par and one more thing...
*distracted by boobies*
epicboyz Jul 9th 2010 1:48PM
Agreed. She cant sing worth a damn but she sure is fine as hell. I'd raid Darnassus for loot like that.