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Tribute (to the greatest lip-sync in the world)

October 28, 2014 By Emily 33 Comments

Have you ever done something and thought, “Oh my goodness. I can’t believe I just did that!”?

Or perhaps done something that made your husband shake his head in disbelief, shrug his shoulders and say, “I don’t get it.”?

I did something that made both of those things happen. And instead of pretending it never happened, I’m going to share it here. And then run and hide.

What did I do? I filmed myself lip-synching to Tenacious D’s Tribute. I did it for a few reasons: because why not?; because I thought it would be fun; because I love that song; and, because I couldn’t think of a better way to make a YouTube debut.

But mostly, I did it to cheer someone up. Someone I’ve not met in person, but feel like I know.

If you haven’t met Eden Riley of Edenland, go and meet her. (But not until after you’ve finished reading this post. Otherwise, I’ll have lost you – you’ll spend the rest of the day reading through her posts instead.) She’s had a tough year. A tough couple of years. And October is a particularly sucky time for her.

So here’s my entry into Eden’s first annual international lip-sync awards. Enjoy. Or just laugh. It’s the same thing, sometimes.

(And if the video below doesn’t work, you can view it at YouTube.)

Have you entered? What song would you choose to lip-sync to?

Filed Under: Rewrites, Songs Tagged With: #edenland, Eden Riley, lip-sync, music, Tenacious D, tribute

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Comments

  1. Mystery Case says

    October 28, 2014 at 7:29 am

    My video isn’t working. I will be back later when I’m on the computer. Can’t wait to see this.

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 15, 2014 at 7:37 pm

      I can’t decide if I hope you came back, or if I’m glad one less person has seen it!

      Reply
  2. Renee Wilson says

    October 28, 2014 at 7:31 am

    Haha. You are awesome. I love this. I am actually working on my entry for this comp. It’s a very fast rap. I’m struggling with the lyrics at the moment, but will get it down pat before the comp closes. I hope!!

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 15, 2014 at 7:37 pm

      Thank you! And man, I hope to see your rap. I hope they let you post it eventually!

      Reply
  3. Bron Maxabella says

    October 28, 2014 at 12:02 pm

    You’re freaking it and a bit, Em! Loved it – I started belly laughing when Carl appeared and then I totally lost it throughout. THANK YOU for giving me that most awesome of experiences when the sound of your own rumbling laughter is the only sound you can hear. x

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 15, 2014 at 7:38 pm

      Thank you so much! Glad it brought you joy.

      Reply
  4. Jodi Gibson says

    October 28, 2014 at 12:41 pm

    Aw I love this sooo much! Awesome Em!

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 15, 2014 at 7:39 pm

      Thank you Jodi!

      Reply
  5. OneSmallLife says

    October 28, 2014 at 2:34 pm

    Freaking Hilarious! Great job. x

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 15, 2014 at 7:44 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  6. EssentiallyJess says

    October 28, 2014 at 2:56 pm

    I love this song so much! You are so funny! Kyle also deserves a stellar mention 🙂

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 15, 2014 at 7:45 pm

      He steals the show, doesn’t he? (But the ego on him, GAH!)

      Reply
  7. Pinky Poinker says

    October 28, 2014 at 7:47 pm

    Brill Emily! My husband saw a thing on Facebook the other day. It was a Tribute car with a sticker that said, “This is not the greatest car in the world. This is just a tribute.” Hehe.
    Good job 🙂

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 15, 2014 at 7:45 pm

      Best. Bumper. Sticker. EVER.

      Reply
  8. Emily @ Have A Laugh On Me says

    October 28, 2014 at 9:25 pm

    Cracker – Tegan from Musings of Misguided did the same song – LOVE LOVE this – mine was way more embarrassing!!! Yours is funny, clever and AWESOME -Em – also visiting as part of #teamIBOT

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 15, 2014 at 7:46 pm

      Thanks Em! You did two, though – you win!

      Reply
  9. Emily @ Have A Laugh On Me says

    October 28, 2014 at 9:26 pm

    Just had to say I watched it again for a laugh!!

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 15, 2014 at 7:46 pm

      Nawww, thanks love!

      Reply
  10. Tegan Churchill says

    October 28, 2014 at 10:20 pm

    I joined in on the Lip Syncing as well. I did it on a bit of a whim so I didn’t prepare at all. I lip synced to Tribute as well, but no where near as well as you did!

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 15, 2014 at 7:46 pm

      I’m so sorry we did the same song! I only looked at the others after posting mine. But hey, we have great taste!!

      Reply
  11. Aroha @ Colours of Sunset says

    October 29, 2014 at 6:49 pm

    omg, this is fantastic. I am loving these videos. But no, I am not making one. Sorry Eden, love ya guts still.

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 15, 2014 at 7:47 pm

      Fair enough, it’s not for everyone! (I would have thought that included me, to be honest, but there you go!)

      Reply
  12. Carla says

    October 29, 2014 at 8:08 pm

    Love it! You are so clever. We love this song and you had us laughing all through it!

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 15, 2014 at 7:49 pm

      Thanks Carla!

      Reply
  13. Sandra Kelly says

    November 1, 2014 at 1:21 am

    Oh you are incredibly AWESOME! You’ve missed your calling! 🙂

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 15, 2014 at 7:50 pm

      Yes, if only I could make a career out of lip-synching to comedic tunes with teddy bear props!!

      Reply
  14. Vicki @ Knocked Up and Abroad says

    November 2, 2014 at 8:55 am

    That’s not just some ace lip sinking that’s quite a performance! LOL. How fun. I have considered joining in too, but alas I’m feeling a bit too shy…. fancy that, me who used to do this stuff for a living?!?

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 15, 2014 at 7:50 pm

      I hope you changed your mind! I’ll have to jump back on youtube and see what’s there.

      Reply
  15. Lisa @ Random Acts Of Zen says

    November 3, 2014 at 6:10 pm

    Awesome Em, one of my favourite songs, and you did it brilliantly!! x

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 15, 2014 at 7:51 pm

      Thanks Lisa!

      Reply
  16. Cybele Masterman (Bele) says

    November 5, 2014 at 9:36 pm

    Oh, I love, love, love this sooo much. Go you good thing. Goodness what a great choice too x

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 15, 2014 at 7:51 pm

      Thank you so much, Bele!

      Reply

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