A South Park Opera?! Vocal ANALYSIS of "Kyle's Mom" and more!!

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

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[@TheDoctorFlay]

The theme was actually performed by Primus, not the cast.

[@RussXnimbusX42]

Primus sucks!

[@wheelmanstan]

You GOTTA react to Stevie Ray Vaughan - Life Without You (live of course) Thanks in advance :)

[@PaulMcClellanmn]

Please review Coheed and Cambria Welcome Home or Mother Superior

[@RollingDutchmann]

I'm so glad you reacted to Chocolade Salty Balls

[@kirionDK]

The guy singing Kenny's line without laughing, what a legend

[@MisterHamiltonn]

I'd literally die laughing

[@thatonekidfromcalifornia]

​@@MisterHamiltonn Oh my god! They killed Kenny!

[@MisterHamiltonn]

​@@thatonekidfromcalifornia Holy shit your reply made my reply so much better thank you

[@Claire-tz8yl]

@@thatonekidfromcalifornia those bastard's!

[@sinjull2256]

I think he was laughing through the rehearsals all the time

[@The_Lonely_Texas_Pagan]

I can just imagine the singers coming in to audition for this and saying wtf, you want me to sing what?

[@andrewfowler6856]

Judging by their age, I'm willing to bet many already knew about/were fans of the series. So this was probably a ton of fun for them.

[@SonicMegaKing]

I can imagine them coming in having trained since childhood for this moment.

[@renoverant6510]

Imagine being asked to sing "Kyle's Mom" and not laugh when singing it

[@bluwolf098]

@@renoverant6510 Imagine being asked to sing Kenny's line in the theme song and trying not to laugh

[@keil97]

I'm hoping they all came up South Park fans

[@MrWhatdafuBOOM]

*00:36** - Theme Song* *03:38** - Kyle's Mum's A Bitch* *08:27** - Gay Fish* *12:09** - Jackin' It In San Diego* *16:31** - Chocolate Salty Balls* You're welcome.

[@juicyballs6351]

Thank you

[@scottkirkland6139]

They should of done Uncle Fucker, from the movie.

[@Sincyn241]

Doing the Lord’s work. Thank you. 😂😂

[@jjc5871]

I instantly jumped to Salty Balls. Just gold.

[@transwomenaremale]

@@scottkirkland6139 Uncle Fucka

[@panzerwolf494]

I think we need more of this in opera. Can you imagine an opera singer like Luciano Pavarotti stepping out on stage and singing something like Kyle's Mom

[@bitkarek]

Pavarotti did a metal song with Sepultura ;)

[@Yewtewba]

@@bitkarek It's nice to think he did

[@allanturmaine5496]

I can't imagine Pavarotti taking any steps, no.

[@defeqel6537]

@@allanturmaine5496 especially today

[@allanturmaine5496]

@@defeqel6537 heyo!

[@TerminalConcret]

I think the thing people forget sometimes is how talented Matt and Trey are at music

[@ANullAssault]

Their first movie was a musical, they've recorded an album, they made a musical for Broadway, and they've gone on record numerous times saying that they put a lot of hard work into the musical parts of the South Park movie.

[@jameshughes7946]

Stephen Sondheim was a big fan of both of their movies. Iirc he considered Bigger Longer and Uncut one of the best musicals of our generation

[@tsmitz8184]

Didn’t they write the Book of Mormon?

[@internetstranger3686]

Sia herself told them they would do great if they dedicated themselves to the music industry

[@huangjun_art]

Go watch their 25th Anniversary concert. They're singing all the songs themselves live.

[@GrunkleBearnison]

Idk if you knew this but Trey Parker and Matt Stone are musical nerds and all they ever wanted to do was write music :D The Book of Mormon is one of the most hilarious musicals out there

[@daniellysohirka5079]

bigger, longer, uncut is one long musical. Trey Parker does the Devil's voice and hits some high pitch singing. Fantastic singer.

[@Fredzeppelin15]

I’m here for some Book of Mormon reactions. That musical is a masterpiece!

[@Luckypants2113]

They also had a band called DVDA, which if you don’t know what that stands for….. ask your mother. Lmao Trey and Matt are demented in the best possible way.

[@jasondayton1581]

Book of Mormon is awesome. I've seen it a couple times.

[@JesuszillaCorp]

Not for nothing but Cannibal the Musical came out years before Book of Mormon.

[@aaronbarlow4376]

How they managed to sing those lyrics without cracking up....

[@bobd2659]

Sometimes it just takes rehearsal to the point where they aren't even words anymore!

[@WorthlessDeadEnd]

@@bobd2659 That's what I'm thinking. He'd probably sung those lines so many times that they literally stopped being funny to him.

[@mattroxursoul]

He is a man of culture and was being very serious

[@aaronbarlow4376]

@@mattroxursoul I mean who doesn't like girls with big fat titties and deep vaginas?

[@Dookiedoobie]

One of the singers do crack during the singing of chocolate salty balls

[@-Gax-]

The vocalists look like they are having the time of their life. Although it is silly, there's also an enjoyable experience singing something so ludicrous with such technical skill and ability. That can't be anything but extremely enjoyable for them.

[@QemeH]

Same reason, just on an entirely different level, we used to sing "Leck mich im Arsch" (K. 231) - yes, actually by Mozart - when the choir couldn't be serious enough for Camina Burana, the thing we were actually praticing for in our high school choir :)

[@forrestfey]

And the conductor

[@michaelbuckelew]

The unfortunate part of these being so short is they don’t get to yell, “JACKING FOR THE LOOOOOOORD!”

[@djbadlt]

I've said the same thing

[@cihojuda]

I'd love to get a full version of these.

[@ReallyAwesomeSauce24]

30th season

[@JJSS-vg1qs]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@DoroNijimaru]

this one specifically needed to be so much longer

[@danceswithmules]

Now I want translations for ALL of Kenny's lines 😆

[@craigory87]

I forgot which season but one of the translations is " I have got a ten inch penis, use your mouth if you want to clean it" 😂😂😂

[@worthless7653]

you can find them all if you search it up

[@packrat-y7j]

Back in the early days of the show, there was a website dedicated to translating Kenny

[@underthetrees4780]

On the DvDs the subtitles translate, at least that's how I remember it.

[@TheEman590]

The South Park wikia has transcripts to the episodes. This includes Kenny's lines.

[@capp00]

This was just fantastic. I sang along with these, as I grew up with them. "Kyles Mom" from an orchestra is just amazing.

[@LaughingSkull451]

A fucking classic remastered! 🤣

[@Aldarion65]

Good to see what you are doing while avoiding zombies Capp :)

[@jovetj]

I wish it was longer, with the center sections in the different fake-languages.

[@fla_panther1332]

It wasn't a musical observation, but I WISH she'd noticed and pointed out that Kyle's NOT clapping during that song! I seriously LOL'd when I noticed that. Excellent touch! Edit: And I'd LOVE to see the outtakes of the performers' practice sessions for Chocolate Salty Balls. You KNOW there had to have been some really good crack ups.

[@tattycakes2k2]

And Kyle looked so mad in the audience while cartman is loving it haha!

[@psychinteresting727]

Whoever arranged the vocals is crazy impressive, there’s so much chromaticism in all the songs when they could’ve made really basic harmonies instead: i love it

[@TheOystei]

I'm not sure what's more impressive, the quality of the performance, or the fact that they were able to get through the songs with a straight face.

[@nkervmedia]

Neither. The knowledge that any of these songs wouldn’t have made it REMOTELY close to air on literally any other show besides South Park.

[@rviaud]

Yes

[@Juide80]

​@@nkervmedia That is such a BS 😂

[@Bodyknock]

16:31 Lol, the amazing thing is Chocolate Salty Balls actually hit #1 on the UK charts, it was a full blown actual Isaac Hayes song that he performed in concerts. 😄

[@glennparker7028]

May he rest in peace!!!! 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@dissraps]

Why's that amazing? "Banger song is an absolute hit, surprising no one"

[@orvilleredenpiller338]

I really appreciate your deep analysis of the vocal stylings and technique on *checks notes* “Kyle’s Mom’s a B*tch”.

[@JBWJr]

Between Elizabeth blushing and giggling but yet getting "Serious" with her voice analysis. . . . . . . . Priceless. . . Loved it !!!

[@smoothmove7566]

Her name is Elizabeth? No wonder she has the same beauty as Elizabeth Montgomery.

[@anthonyclt]

This goes into the top three episodes ever!

[@jonahs92]

@@smoothmove7566 Simp

[@kellyalves756]

Especially the technical advice on how to properly sing “bitch”. 😄

[@kellyalves756]

@@jonahs92 She does kind of look like Elizabeth Montgomery, though.

[@heavenbound32566]

I so love that you're a classically trained opera singer, yet you appreciate so many diverse genres, and freely embrace South Park. You are a gem.😉💕

[@julieflannery5014]

Absolutely agreed. In addition to her musical knowledge, Elizabeth's approachability and likability is enthralling. I love that she treats every genre and vocalist with care and respect. Thank you for what you do, Elizabeth.

[@BassPlayer60134]

I increasingly find close-mindedness is a sure sign of an amateur.

[@Huesos138]

She's a sycophant. She obviously doesn't like every single thing she ever hears, even though she tries hard to give us that impression.

[@smoothmove7566]

If she was a Gem she'd be the Hope Diamond.

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

I do read these comments, H 1. There is music I don't like, and those videos I don't release. I find it very easy for people to be negative about everything in life, so there's no reason for me to ever tear down an artist for music that I just don't appreciate. Every video on this channel is my honest opinion. My first listen to Rob Halford of Judas Priest, I said "I don't know if I like his voice, but I respect it." I am a very honest person, and that's what you'll always get here.

[@Chromodar]

Fun versions but I miss the true ending of Kyle's Mom: "Kyle's Mooom is a Beee-ee-ee-eeeCHAH!". To me it's just iconic.

[@chrisyoder8985]

My favorite is the different language breakdowns

[@brendanrobertson5966]

With Kyle's mom standing behind him...

[@robin31165]

At the end…… Cartman‘s response: "What? Oh fuck...". 😂😂😂😂

[@skycap3081]

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[@scarymsmary]

"I really mean it!"

[@Y0G0FU]

I love how she takes a few seconds after the music ends to process the lyrics fully and then she just cant help but laugh.. so cute :D

[@stuartwalker9597]

In the original song they have different cultures sing it but was actually properly from English to Chinese, Dutch, French and Swahili which I personally found amazing

[@Sarc37]

This version of the song actually originated in the early seasons of the show, so they raised the stakes for the movie by singing it in different languages.

[@basedyui._.3775]

They sang the ver cartman sang in where Mr Hankey the Christmas poo first appeared

[@Tvuvtctoj46fck]

Trust me, there not a single Dutch word in that song.

[@reliantncc1864]

The "gay fish" segment has to be the apex of South Park. Everything about that episode and Kanye's failure to get the joke, ending with his acceptance of being a gay fish, was just perfection.

[@smileygladhands]

Best use of auto tune ever!

[@luisvila918]

AND the fact that real Kanye got pissed off about the episode is the cherry on top

[@jontraz5993]

@@smileygladhands I'VE BEEN SO LONELY GURL 😂

[@JoeMama-ly1kc]

She probably didn’t even know the gay fish song was just heartless by Kanye with different lyrics obviously

[@jontraz5993]

@@JoeMama-ly1kc that's not obvious lol I didn't know that lmao 😭

[@Not_A_Cat]

Bigger, Longer and Uncut. Best musical film ever made.

[@mikek9297]

LaResistance lives on !

[@randallharrison3254]

Cannibal the Musical is quite underrated.

[@MrBlackjimrogan]

I need to watch it again...its been too long

[@robertgallegly8267]

I wish they had used the movie version of "Kyle's Mom". The multi-linguistic lyrics would make it a challenge and the big production ending would make it priceless!

[@josemurtra3172]

Translation un spanish does not disapoint.

[@LucianDevine]

I was hoping for, "Jackin' for the lord!".

[@scott7610]

You have the most expressive face and eyes I've seen. It's a joy to just watch the look on your face during these videos

[@RollingDutchmann]

You should hear her giggle when something impresses her or makes her feel happy. Fucking cute as fuck.

[@jamesh2321]

Kudos to the guy who did Kenny's line for doing so straight faced. Wonder if that took more than one take in practice?

[@dzhellek]

Think about this. Kenny's been saying that every week for a quarter of a century.

[@bemasaberwyn55]

​@@dzhellekKenny is a naughty bastard 😂

[@goner.9989]

That salty chocolate balls song is absolutely amazing and I don’t care what anyone says. Also, the original theme was sung mostly by les claypool of primus, so that explains the monotone singing/rap thing.

[@marc-antoinequessy5388]

Having an orchestra and classical singers make an interpretation of a Primus song is the most insane plottwist of the history of music.

[@Ichthyodactyl]

@@marc-antoinequessy5388 I think Les would approve.

[@Infyra]

Salty Chocolate balls was actually a number 1 hit for a few weeks here in the netherlands.

[@janihaavisto79]

Thatmsalty chocolate balls, lol and my in game name in Rise of Kingdoms is actually SaltyCornFlakes. Lol

[@zulawoo]

I still have the original single of that song. It also included Oh Holy Night sung by Cartman while being hit with a cattleprod.

[@virus640]

It's amazing when you realize that in the originals, Matt and Trey are singing in the voice of the boys. The funniest is still Kenny learning to sing opera, and his first lesson is some basic vocal warm ups and then Con Te Partiro in its entirety.

[@erichbrough6097]

Kenny and Con Te Partiro sounds utterly insane!

[@virus640]

@@erichbrough6097 there's some other things that are happening at the same time, I won't spoil it, but hoo boy, it's a doozy.

[@Juide80]

​@virus640 I remembered right away what happened during that singing and it was comical, pleasurable and absurd at the same time and finally also tragic but still funny like South Park always is 😂

[@th3d3wd3r]

It was isaac hayes. Mind, the story there was awful. He sent the creators of south park a terrible letter. Denouncing everything about south park as evil. It turned out he'd had a stroke and was in a very bad way. The church of scientology actually sent the letter to matt and trey. Turns out he really loved his time on south park. Sadly he'd passed away before he had the chance to tell matt and trey. Heartbreaking stuff

[@johnjohn37371]

To expand a bit, it was specifically the Tom Cruise scientology episode that had supposedly upset Hayes and he did have unflattering things to say at the time about the show. ( now whether that actually came from him or not, or if it was a press release or a letter from the church, I don't know. I do know that the statements were absolutely attributed to him at the time ) Enough anger was generated to prompt Stone and Parker to create the "Chef's a raging pedophile" episode, using snippets of Hayes' voiceovers to haphazardly piece together Chef's dialogue for the episode. I am glad you included the bit about Hayes not knowing and actually enjoying his time there as I never knew if that was actually factual...I had seen that somewhere, but didn't know if it was true. If nothing else, leaves me with a much better feeling about the legendary Isaac Hayes...so thanks for that.

[@MrBlackjimrogan]

@@johnjohn37371 it did always seem odd that Issac Hayes suddenly turned on South Park after being so deeply involved, I guess we will never know. But RIP Chef.

[@johnjohn37371]

@@MrBlackjimrogan Agreed. I still say his role as Gandolph Fitch on the TV show The Rockford Files was right up there with Chef. He was Rockford's old cell mate from prison and called him Rockfish...the cat was 😎!

[@Dr.Spatula]

@@MrBlackjimrogan It actually made sense to a point because it wasn't until they insulted his "religion" that there was an issue. Humans are notoriously hypocritical. Up until that point he did unquestionably love his job.

[@blairphifer1554]

@@MrBlackjimrogan Years later, it came out that Isaac Hayes had fallen ill and that's what caused him to leave the show (unknown to the creators at the time); Scientologists wrote the letter not by Chef. They were more pissed off than Chef.

[@darksideofthemood]

I love this content on SP's part because it values their work, make opera more accessible and just.... everyone can just laugh at this, it's so positive and simple. CHILD-LIKE really

[@ciroaldorisio8034]

this video feels like your middle school music teacher having fun teaching you stuff during a lesson it's lowkey nostalgic

[@gregoryhuffman3071]

I love the conviction and commitment of these performers!

[@joshuaking34]

The South Park movie (South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut) was nominated for, and won several awards for its music.

[@slick2500]

I still remember Robin Williams performing Blame Canada a the Oscars.

[@Memorex996]

Blame Canada should've won

[@JefAlanLong]

I personally think Satan’s musical number ‘Up There’ is one of their greatest. Fantastic songwriters, even back to Chef’s numbers in the first few series

[@robin31165]

“When did this song become a marathon?”…….

[@_ac39]

@@JefAlanLong I still go back and listen to that song a few times a year. It's just soooo good and I can't get enough trying to mimic the end register and winding up in an uncontrollable coughing fit.

[@faceless_anbu]

If someone had told me years ago that I would hear South Park songs being broke down by an opera singer….SO GLAD I am but the whole idea is just crazy 🤣

[@critkeeper6376]

Couple days late to the party, but I was having my morning coffee when this drifted across my recommendations. Saw these promos when they first showed up and got a good laugh, but It never even crossed my mind that Elizabeth might break them down. After a few near spit-takes, the coffee is abandoned and I don't care. Just too damn good, and just knowing how much time these amazing singers have spent learning and practicing and polishing their craft to this level of skill... And they're using it to sing -this-. Just gives me life, it really does. I'm ready for my day now. Bless you.

[@sunsetter3334]

Her shocked face when she first hears Jackin’ it in San Diego was very amusing

[@davedivoky2114]

All these artists, the orchestra included, had to have had such a difficult time keeping a straight face with all the vocal shenanigans going on! I mean the content is so silly they deserve an award just for maintaining composure! Loved the review though amidst the laughter.

[@joergojschaefer3521]

From Throat Cam to South Park Opera...Only Elizabeth can do that, anyone else would fail miserably! And Kraken Count or Killkenny Count? 😁 And the pun of the day: A Kilkenny for every Killed Kenny ? 😁

[@janihaavisto79]

Both counters needed. 🤘

[@erichbrough6097]

.... the bastards!! 😜

[@janhofmann3499]

I loved this channel anyways but, today killed it.

[@janhofmann3499]

I mean.. "i missed mr hanky.."😂just brilliant..

[@joergojschaefer3521]

@@janhofmann3499 I think if you put all the song titles together in one sentence... so NC-17++ would probably be appropriate! (and Mr. Hanky ​​isn't even there yet!) 😂😂

[@enlightendbel]

Chocolate Salty Balls was played on the Radio and music television in the late 90's like any other song. And it was hella big. You have to realise that song was a chart topping single in the UK and and number 2 for the Christmas Chart only beaten out by the freakin Spice Girls by 5000 sold copies. Saying it was hella big is an understatement.

[@JosiahGould]

It was enormous in the US as well. Having Isaac Hayes surely helped. I remember hearing the song on the radio and not long after my "cool" uncle let me watch South Park since he was the only one with a satellite. I was 10 or 11...

[@enlightendbel]

@@JosiahGould You have to love cool uncles. Mine let me watch Toxic Avenger on CANAL+ at that age. When mom complained, said he thought it was just another superhero movie :p

[@RetroKnight216]

"Sail Away" with Cartman was on the radio back then too. 😂 I remember recording it on a cassette back then lol.

[@env0x]

didn't the Blame Canada song win a grammy or something?

[@w33dsm0k3r]

I have a cd from the 90s with there songs. From the movie

[@erikperez4829]

You can tell the performers where having a blast singing these songs amd i love that

[@ghadrackpotato960]

Can you imagine how much fun the orchestra and performers had preparing for this? Once in a lifetime opportunity to goof around professionally and create joy for pay.

[@Liambic]

That laugh when Cartman blew on the French horn was ADORABLE. Love your open mindedness and enthusiasm for all things music. This channel is a little bit of light in an all-too-often dark world and deserves every sub.

[@arrongumbrell539]

The movie version of Kyle's Mom is also brillant. Then again all the songs from the movie are great.

[@kylemiller2920]

Agreed and anyone who tries to say they don't like musicals but like that movie I call a liar haha

[@MrSmith-rk4jq]

@@kylemiller2920 the only musical I like

[@SinHurr]

WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEELL--------

[@robin31165]

Oh my god yes, when they go into all the different languages, kids from other countries singing along……… I’ve seen it 20+ times & it doesn’t matter how many times I watch it, I laugh harder than I did the first time.

[@salvadorjimenez2872]

The opening intro for South Park is performed by Primus & they have their own deadpan delivery. If you've never reacted to anything by Primus, you really should give their work a listen. I dont think you'll be disappointed. KZbin really does need to add a ❤ emoji. This video with all these seasoned professional opera singers & dressed up for the part & singing these ridiculous raunchy songs is priceless, & so was your reaction to it all.

[@MattIon]

100% support this! Honestly, I don't think there's much analysis to be done of Les Claypool's voice (I think he has a range of about half an octave), but the sheer musicianship of the entire band is on another level.

[@Zfrk]

I suddenly feel like I cannot die happy if I don't see an analysis of Wynona's Big Brown Beaver

[@MattIon]

@@Zfrk YAAASSSSSSS!!

[@slick2500]

@@Zfrk Lol

[@stinger9894]

@@Zfrk The thought of this gives me life

[@hardcorecurtsey5005]

every once in a while god smiles down on us......... Thank you Matt and Trey and everyone who made this

[@JackTheRiffer024]

I love you, Elizabeth. Thank you for reacting to my absolute favourite cartoon ever. 1. There's a song called "Blame Canada" that was supposed to win the 2000 Oscars but it lost to Phil Collins. Now imagine what they did to Phil Collins in one of their later episodes. 2. Isaac Hayes' Chocolate salty balls song actually reached #1 on the UK charts, you should DEFINITELY react to it. I could go on forever regarding the South Park Iceberg, but I don't want to spoil it all in case you react to more songs.

[@Rick-el2ph]

Elizabeth loves metal, rock and shows she has a great senses of humor. What a gem. Kirk is a lucky man!

[@toeman89]

Now i have the Kyle's Mom song stuck in my head. Gonna be all day

[@shadowproductions969]

welllllll...

[@schmollischolle2641]

@@shadowproductions969 you son of a kyles mom

[@amyfox369]

Back in the 90s my husband had the computer set up so that every time you logged in Kyles Mom played before you could do anything else SO fun!

[@jayhom5385]

Kyle: "Shut up Cartman....I'm warning you."

[@unmemorablehero]

The Book of Mormon Musical has some bangers. It definitely shows off their songwriting skills, and insanely offensive (but true), yet weirdly sweet songs (it does help to see the whole musical to find the full meaning). Hasa Diga Eebowai is my personal favorite.

[@wilburthemagicalcow]

fun fact! the black woman is princess tiana's voice actor!

[@bemasaberwyn55]

😂😂

[@MattSamma]

Singers: say "bitch" 20 times in one minute. Us: LOL Elizabeth: Look at their technique, what they do with the palate, posture, intonation, diction.... Love this channel

[@bravosix6999]

The musicians have a tempo on the stave "4/4. 20 bitches per minute. Funny."

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Hahaha! I thought, "this is incredibly difficult. I HAVE to talk about it!"

[@Sasfoot]

I know, she's great!

[@DrewBledsoe07]

@@TheCharismaticVoice You should see the original ending to this song, where it suddenly transitions into a full on burlesque musical style ....Im sure you'd laugh your head off

[@MisterRlGHT]

@@TheCharismaticVoice I was disappointed they omitted the bridge from the movie, where children around the world take turns disparaging Kyle's mom with a string of remarkable multilingual countermelodies.

[@Churchcantor]

This is hilarious! My main problem in my college and grad school voice lessons (as a theory/comp major, so that was a problem in itself) was that I could never relax and be myself. With a teacher like you and a repertoire like this, might really have opened me up...kudos for "going there." You know, Sondheim said "Bigger, Longer, and Uncut" might be the great American musical...

[@cased19]

I wonder how long and how many times these musicians laughed during their first rehearsal together... Had to be hard keeping a straight face.

[@kmzoilus2486]

For 25+ yrs I had no idea what Kenny said in the opening and never bother to look it up. I can't believe that's what he says 🤣😂😅

[@JDGansGaming]

Would really like to hear her analysis of clips from the South Park concert done in Colorado with Matt and Trey singing the songs in character.

[@killdozer3464]

The South Park Movie is one of the greatest musicals of my generation. Was even nominated for Musical of the Year. The movie is so outrageous and funny that most people don't realize they are watching a musical. Throughout the whole movie, the story is told and developed by musical numbers, from beginning to end. Worthy of a reaction from a professional like you.

[@joshuaboniface]

I'd absolutely agree. It's crass and crude, but it's commentary is still as relevant in 2022 as it was in 1999. And the musical numbers are absolutely top-notch. Trey and Matt said they were trying to spoof a Disney musical, and they damn well pulled it off.

[@shadowrider7072]

I was having a horrible day... this made me laugh so hard that I almost fell out of my chair! I needed this.

[@Mo.inthedeepend]

Same

[@robin31165]

Ditto

[@littlee4620]

I’ve seen all these videos and can’t WAIT for the reaction!! The singers in each of these songs are possibly the happiest any professional singer has ever been!

[@andy.h5988]

Elizabeth. 🤩 No analysis needed... just laughing your bloody socks off was analytical perfection! I totally love how you reacted to these gems ... you have a wicked sense of humour that is a pre-requisite for enjoying South Park. You made me laugh just watching your face ....You just about kept it together whilst giggling like a toddler but it was close...🤣🤣You ... are ... a fabulous woman!! 💕⭐

[@Slamstarproductions]

It's really fun to watch how animated you get talking about music. Thanks for all you do :)

[@roykliffen9674]

"Chocolate Salty Balls" was sung by Isaac Hayes, one of the most influential Soul singers around that became famous for the "Shaft" theme-song.

[@joergojschaefer3521]

A Suggestion for Elizabeth? The Theme from "Shaft"? Where can i sign in? *throws money on the phone*

[@MaFo82]

He also did the voice for "Chef", the character performing this song in South Park.

[@skarin4247]

@@MaFo82 But only until the Scientology Episode, after that he was hypnotized by the super adventure club to be a child molester and killed by a bear + puma. I miss him somehow..., and his saltyness.;)

[@ghjong001]

It's a shame we lost him to the Super Adventure Club...

[@David_Camerwrongun]

If you like soul music check out the phenomenal UK soul artist Lynne Jackaman 🤯

[@SilentBob731]

I've been a South Park fan since its debut and had no idea these existed. Thank you so much for bringing them to my attention and for a great reaction, you and your channel Rock!. 😊

[@ewrekzz7360]

You made me so happy with this reaction. South Park is often met with disapproval by "appropriate society" - but the level of their composing and social satire is so great.

[@Engineer284]

Of all the shows I've watched this is now my fav. The conductor is so animated, the band is all into this video and the singers are awasome. Most of all the fun you are having with this is also awesome. Great video. I will watch again. Thank you.

[@jessicagalligan870]

I couldn't help but get the giggles with you. This was one of the best reviews you've done yet😂

[@johnrust592]

Elizabeth doing serious analysis of South Park songs!?! Something I never would have imagined, but I'm glad it now exists.

[@haldon12]

I absolutely love when music crosses genre like this. Whether it's orchestras performing 8-bit video game music, rap artists remixing classical ballads, or pop stars covering songs from entirely different genres, it's almost always a delightful experience. Music is so magical - I love that I found your channel so I can appreciate the artistry better!

[@paulsmf9577]

Priceless!! Now you need to analyze "Knights of the Round Table" from Monty Python's Holy Grail movie.

[@davidayers7796]

Camelot is a silly place

[@BessieRiggs]

Though many times, we dance and rhyme, with footwork impec-able!

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Kirk is a HUGE Monty Python fan, and quotes a line at least three times per day. Not five, but three!

[@benzion7640]

what. Is. Your. favorite. Color?

[@aricsanders938]

DO IIIIIT!!! Lmfao

[@papahamdrew9962]

Chef’s Chocolate Salty Balls has always been my favorite and they some how made it even better. RIP Chef and Issac Hayes

[@MaxDamage13]

A Masterpiece 👍 I would very much like to go to the Opera. Where can I buy Tickets 😁

[@clayhighwind]

I didn't expect you, someone who seems very wholesome, to react to South Park music 😆 This literally made my day as I am huge South Park fan and seeing your reaction to something this mature while also analyzing the singing is just priceless. Keep being you Elizabeth, you rock!

[@boester69]

I honestly didn't know this existed, it is AMAZING, would defenately go watch them on tour!

[@kirbys1370]

Hi Elizabeth, I haven't watched South Park since the late '90s/early '00s. Thank you for the fun video and putting a smile on my face today!!! 💙

[@almahperditae]

Dude... So, you never watch South Park when they become the greatest show of all time? Don't get me wrong, early South Park is amazing, just amazing. But then... They changed. And it was so much better!!! You really are missing the greatest show ever made for television. It's amazing how much better they become with time. Sooooo much better!!! Go watch!!! Immediatly!!!!

[@radsnax]

Kennys line on the intro seriously goes hard

[@patricklowder3280]

🤣 I've watched southpark for years, I would have never thought of having real vocalist and symphony do the songs. OMG the after show must have been fun as hell.

[@BrendonChase_2015]

At 5:25 the unisono "Whoo!" was just brilliant. Kinda hoped for a children's choir doing the "na-na-na-na" backing vocals, but man.. this was a son of a b- stellar delivery! Ty orchestra for the laughs and kudos to The Zhar for reacting to it. Brilliant! Cheers from Amsterdam

[@Andromedex]

The "Whoo!" is what is killing me each time in the original haha

[@BrendonChase_2015]

@@Andromedex Same here. Forgot to mention the sung-spoken "..to all the boys and girls" which rivalled the perfect phrasing of the original ;)

[@32a34a]

This was tremendous. All I needed was Cartman's Poker Face which of course is a take on Lady Gaga's version. One of my all time favorites. Tamar was really great here. I hope that KZbin sends you something special for this reaction Elizabeth. Making people smile and laugh hysterically for several minutes is something that should always be rewarded.

[@cytwc]

The fact that they can keep a straight face is amazing. I'd be laughing and wouldn't be able to pronounce anything.

[@sleepydragonzarinthal3533]

they're so genuine about it! glad people have fun performing these songs, Matt and Tray probably never imagined this outcome haha

[@schweedies4597]

I've never seen these. I'm fucking crying. EMOTIONS

[@peachteatina]

I loved that you reacted to this! South Park is my favorite show. Would love to see just the songs from the movie performed live. That would be a treat!

[@jameswiblishauser9745]

the hours and dedication to put together this ridiculous perfomance together is truly inspiring.

[@LordAmerican]

"Kyle's Mom" is one of my favorites of these orchestral renditions simply because of how ridiculous it is. Here we have a full orchestra, with performers dressed to the nines and singing in a more classical style - all things that we associate with the fancy and sophisticated - and here they are using all that just to insult someone's mom. Perfection. You summed it up pretty well with the shock value. My other favorite is Chocolate Salty Balls. You can just tell how much fun the vocalists were having with that one. It deserves a full cover.

[@MikeDCWeld]

Your reactions to the songs is almost even better than the songs themselves.

[@dennislbrown]

Their "South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut " was nominated for a lot of awards, and took home a few. As you likely know, it is considered an exceptional musical by many critics, as well as an important film on censorship, even while pushing good taste to the breaking point and beyond. Matt and Trey are definitely musicians in the broadest terms.

[@countk1]

I would love to have seen the rehearsals. Amazing that they deliver it without laughing. Not laughing must have been the greatest challenge I assume, haha! For you too btw :p

[@wombat6]

I have to say. This video was way cooler than I thought it would be. They made actual orchestra arrangements for these songs that are mostly meant to be silly jokes. They found singers who put their heart and soul into learning to sing these silly lyrics with a straight face, and you BET they practiced this whole set together for hours and hours and hours. It just goes to show how big of a cultural impact South Park has had that such a project was even considered, but they also just DID it. And absolutely nailed it, by the way.

[@jennilocke]

The only thing about Kyle's Mom is i miss the movie version with the kids singing 'la la la' in the back, for some reason it makes the song so over the top and hilarious

[@WHMAGuy]

The vocal quality is so amazing. I really think Matt and Trey found the best voices possible that would be willing to sing these lyrics.

[@Marvin111Leader]

I was today years old when i finally found out what Kenny was saying. Worth it 😂

[@BoG_City]

I would go to a concert with just South Park songs, they are so catchy!

[@danlewis2249]

I love how she tried to explain everything about each piece while actively working hard not saying any of the lyrics themselves… priceless

[@Mizraab2912]

I AM SO GRATEFUL FOR LIVING IN THIS ERA!!!!!

[@scottfarrell3609]

I'm pretty sure the black guy is ChrisTopher Joyner. He sang in my opera company in the 2017-18 season, and the voice is remarkably similar. Physically resembles him, too.

[@principialibertatistheprin1171]

I like that you actually know the context for these songs.

[@renlessard]

I think the technical explanation of singing the word "bitch" might be the finest moment I have ever spent on your channel :)

[@weefek]

Yes it was Isaac Hayes and Yes you have an amazing memory and Yes you're that much more awesome for remembering this and watching south park.

[@no2freakshow]

I don't think I have ever heard you laugh so much in your reaction videos! All Hail Matt & Trey!

[@barnababatani1186]

I just love them. I hope there is a full version of this, i'm in for the 4 hours of this.

[@tobbele1010]

The way you listen to this shows how passionate you are about music/singing and it’s very adorable, keep it up!