You know, I love the 80's. I'm an 80's baby, and the music is on point across the board, from New Edition to Kajagoogoo. One of the most popular shows during this time period was Punky Brewster, which was popular partially because of the guest appearances from numerous stars. I'm not a fan of the show, but I when I found out that one of my favorite artists, Debarge, made a cameo, I knew I needed to find a clip. I stumbled over this gem a couple years ago, and it still doesn't get old. See the paragon of the 80's and, please, come laugh with me.
First, let's talk fashion. What in the hell were these guys thinking?! James got a single braid with a stupid, weird barrette on it. Then Chico has the nerve to have a freaking puzzle piece in his ear! And I bet the hairspray it took on all of their heads caused 25% of the damage to the Ozone layer. Hell, all that product in Chico's hair is, I'm sure, why he went bald in the early 90's. In addition, Chico's pants are tighter than a car taking a group of frat boys to a strip club with free beer. You can't help but look at them and shake your head. I'm sure they're ashamed too, and they should be.
Now, let's look at the dancing. Start with :56 as James begins to sing "You're a Big Boy." What in the whoa is he doing? Then he takes it even further in the chorus. His shoulder looks like its having an epileptic fit. It's like he's dancing but standing still at the same time. It's confusing. El left the group and shit went to shame.
But don't count Chico out! He's wearing those tight jeans and can barely breathe, procreate, and pump blood, but boy howdy, he's going to shake his little narrow hips! At 3:40, he gets it in. Of course, the jeans choking the life out his veins prohibits one from really getting down on that funky stuff, but it won't stop Chico. He shakes it fast but watches himself...actually he shakes it slow and shows that's his only move, but whatever. Call the choreographer! Bring the Boom-kak!
I won't get started on the disbelief of those kids' acting chops or the unnecessary repetition of the lady passing out. I won't even start on the fact that the Debarges are even there to teach Punky that reading is important when they should have been telling her to stay away from cocaine. Anyhow, I'm sure you had a good laugh. Let's toast to the 80s (and stop black people from dying their hair platinum blond).
Now, let's look at the dancing. Start with :56 as James begins to sing "You're a Big Boy." What in the whoa is he doing? Then he takes it even further in the chorus. His shoulder looks like its having an epileptic fit. It's like he's dancing but standing still at the same time. It's confusing. El left the group and shit went to shame.
But don't count Chico out! He's wearing those tight jeans and can barely breathe, procreate, and pump blood, but boy howdy, he's going to shake his little narrow hips! At 3:40, he gets it in. Of course, the jeans choking the life out his veins prohibits one from really getting down on that funky stuff, but it won't stop Chico. He shakes it fast but watches himself...actually he shakes it slow and shows that's his only move, but whatever. Call the choreographer! Bring the Boom-kak!
I won't get started on the disbelief of those kids' acting chops or the unnecessary repetition of the lady passing out. I won't even start on the fact that the Debarges are even there to teach Punky that reading is important when they should have been telling her to stay away from cocaine. Anyhow, I'm sure you had a good laugh. Let's toast to the 80s (and stop black people from dying their hair platinum blond).
Which one is Bunny?
ReplyDeleteBunny is a girl. And although you'd be confused looking at these guys, she's not there.
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