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While Christopher Walken has dazzled audiences with countless unforgettable acts, one standout moment that often comes up is his mesmerizing dance in Spike Jonze’s video for Fatboy Slim’s “Weapon of Choice.”
Those who were not too captivated by Walken’s performance might have caught the lyrics’ subtle nod to “Dune”: “Walk without rhythm and you won’t attract the worm.”
During a conversation with GQ’s Gabriella Paiella, it was revealed that Walken was previously unaware of the reference.
“No, you know, that’s the first I’ve heard of that. You telling me right now is the first time I’ve heard that. You mean the lyrics of the Fatboy Slim song refer to … yeah, in the movie they kind of do that slide and dance, when they walk in the desert, they do that kind of ice skating thing.”
Indeed, Mr. Walken, although no one emulates that movement with the grace you do. Fortunately, this gives fans yet another reason to revisit this iconic music video masterpiece.
FAQs:
- What is the “Dune” reference in the Fatboy Slim music video?
The lyrics “Walk without rhythm and you won’t attract the worm” is a reference to a survival technique used in the “Dune” universe. - How did Christopher Walken react to learning about the “Dune” reference?
Walken was surprised, as it was the first time he’d heard of the connection when it was pointed out to him during the GQ interview. - Has Christopher Walken seen “Dune”?
It is unclear from the interview whether he’s seen the movie, but it seems he didn’t make the connection between the film and the music video lyrics.
Conclusion:
Christopher Walken’s contribution to the music and film industry is rich with notable performances, but sometimes, even the performers themselves miss the subtle connections in their work. The “Dune” reference in the lyrics of Fatboy Slim’s “Weapon of Choice” is one such detail that Walken overlooked, only to be enlightened years later. This charming anecdote adds another layer to the acclaimed music video, encouraging fans to delve deeper into the art they admire and continually discover new facets, intentional or not.