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by Michael Gray 
Aug 5th 2010 at 12:00PM
There's a new joke every few seconds in this video, and the lyrics do more than just parody LL Cool J's original verse. Nananea took the time to drop some unexpected humor into the words, and even performs some subtle critiques of the PVP game. For all that one might wish for a more skillful lyricist (or "flow," I have been told the hip, new kids call it), I think this performance nailed a wonderful line of parody and criticism.
Also, this video has forced me to realize the original Mama Said Knock You Out is 20 years old. My god.
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Reader Comments (Page 3 of 3)
Omegan01 Aug 5th 2010 7:05PM
This is actually the first machinima I've seen in awhile that managed to hold my attention all the way to the end.
I liked it! It was nicely shot and showed some good skill with the visuals. I do think the sound work could have used a little tweaking, so I'd recommend working -just- a little bit more on it next time.
The lyrics were a little strained at times, but they were clever and creative enough to keep me chuckling while I listened. I liked the little coda at the end with the credits and the 'live to win' shoutout.
The part that got the biggest laugh out of me by far was that 'how to make a pvp video' bit. I just about choked.
Bonus points for not being a blood elf!
Also bonus points for some Alliance love. I don't think the blue faction gets enough screen time amongst the machinima community.
Looking forward to your next video.
Kordwar Aug 5th 2010 8:06PM
Shut it off when i watched a paladin trinket frost nova.
Nananea Aug 6th 2010 12:18AM
Agreed, was bad...but I think his HoF was on CD
Kordwar Aug 6th 2010 7:43AM
Maybe cleanse was on CD too.
Vareesa Aug 6th 2010 7:57AM
I'd say stick to PvP _if_ you're so good at that. Just don't attempt to sing, rap or make a mediocre machinima to tell everyone. Because, girl, this can't possibly be what your mama wanted you to do.
Heather Aug 6th 2010 9:30AM
Instead of putting down someone who actually, you know, put the time and effort into actually doing something...why don't you get off your butt and make a better video?
Not that I expect to see that. Armchair pundits, and all that.