Harpo & Chico play Mama Yo Quiero

Another infectious performance. Snipped from "The Big Store".

[@srellison561]

My father worked at the Chicago Theater when he was 17 (1949). He got to meet the Marx Brothers who were performing there. (He met other celebrities, but the Marx Bros. were the only ones he talked about regularly). He talked to Harpo for quite a long time, because he was so astounded that Harpo actually talked.

[@LoneWombat2126]

Those two Marx brothers were not just musically talented, in more than one instrument, but were incredibly charitable with their time and talents. May God Bless them for all the good they brought into and shared with the world. You can even tell that Harpo is comfortable with playing the piano, because he hardly ever looks at the keys when he’s playing, and carries on with the skit and facial expressions involved, of course.

[@johndean4765]

Disagree look carefully Harpo very amatuerish playing piano at beginners stage.

[@thekevinjmiller]

Harpo started out playing piano.

[@andyjay9346]

You'd never in a million years see comedy talent like that these days. ❤👍

[@michaelwhisman]

Never again!

[@mikeyates7931]

VERITAS

[@leafyutube]

Harpo's facial expressions always crack me up.

[@turtlebackflapjack]

Harpo Speaks is an amazing book

[@stuartloudon1997]

Harpo's facial expressions...and the brothers clearly had affection for each other..you could see it years later when Harpo turned up on YOU BET YOUR LIFE with Groucho

[@rehobothwell]

The older i get, the more impressed with this set of brothers. What incredible gifts these men had and their movies still stand the test of time. I wish some of today's entertainers would take a hint: you don't have to be profane to be entertaining

[@jfmax2000]

The Absolute Amazing Musical Talent of The Marx Brothers Has Always Astounded Me... I Mean Just Listen and Look...Just WOW !!!

[@livitup05]

I'm glad to see others share the most uttermost admiration of the Marx brothers.

[@erzbet07]

How can you NOT smile - or laugh - when Chico and Harpo team for this one of a kind rendition of MAMA YO QUIERO (made famous by Carmen Miranda who sung it in Portuguese). Thanks for posting this marvelous clip from

[@katyevans5658]

No one is built like this anymore...these guys treasures...was brought up these guys laurel and hardy harold lloyd ❤

[@maggiewickwire2936]

The funniest comedy team of the 20th century. 😂❤

[@vickilaw]

The enormous talent that was hidden in humor is just so amazing.

[@erzbet07]

Genius never ages! Delightful entertainment then and now! Too bad what passes for "entertainment" today is so lacking!

[@LoneWombat2126]

I love the moments when they really act like brothers in the way they tease each other! It makes it so real.

[@algonacchick]

I love this! I love how Chico points his finger. He and Harpo seemed to genuinely enjoy themselves. It doesn't matter to me if the music was pre-recorded. It's fun to watch.

[@johndean4765]

Chico would be FAR more impressive if he was actually playing what you hear I believe most of it was pre recorded so he's miming playing the pieces.

[@esayli-vainio6698]

Chico was playing the soundtrack piano afterwards, mimicing the picture, or so I have heard.

[@smidget221]

The song is actually a Brazilian Portuguese song titled Mamãe eu Quero, made famous by Carmen Miranda

[@Kevilroo]

These guys are just amazing. It's really a shame that there aren't talented musicians/actors today like these guys. Thank you for posting!!!

[@LoverOfVenom]

I don't think anyone could play the piano like Chico did even if they tried. He was far too unique. All 3 brothers are one of my inspirations with music and comedy.

[@georgettebereni6322]

Genial

[@georgettebereni6322]

Te quiero

[@hempson1]

Harpo was actually a pretty good pianist. He could also play harmonica (both diatonic and Chromatic) and clarinet. Groucho was an extremely accomplish guitarist and Zeppo (who only appeared in the first five films) could play a pretty mean saxophone.

[@steffenrosmus9177]

Well they must be good musicians, the first years of their career they played at vaudeville shows and country fairs.

[@stephencox8177]

Let’s not forget the harp

[@RobertBlairKurtz]

Its so good you don't want it to end.

[@frediablo]

One of my favorite Chico/Harpo scenes.Beautiful piano with jokes thrown in.Classic!

[@shinigami518]

And this is one of the reasons why I wish I could play the piano half as good as Chico. Him and harpo in this are both amazing and hysterical here.

[@resonator_95]

In my eyes, Chico Marx is the ultimate piano player!

[@louswire]

All the women in the background were Chico's GF's... lol

[@virginiaconnor8350]

How come my piano teachers never taught me how to play like Chico did?

[@johndean4765]

Chico miming to pre recorded piano numbers most of the time

[@squishym]

As a pianist myself, these guys simply blow my mind! Perfect combination of comedy and musical talent.

[@johndean4765]

As a pianist yourself you should notice that Harpo was not a pianist.

[@bobbutler1]

There are millions of us who remember and love the Marx Brothers. 'May it be that they share an honored place in Heaven!

[@rainbowkeys711]

One of the greatest scenes ever...........

[@elizaconsuegra3069]

Wow, Harpo's facial gestures. Love him. That duet really crashes me

[@Gydinglight12]

The ladies in the background must have been having a ball watching this, especially the lady in the light coat on the left, who had to turn away from the camera for a second she was laughing so much. If the outtakes from this scene could be found somewhere sometime...

[@hempson1]

That lady may have been Harpo’s wife, June Fleming Marx

[@hempson1]

Sorry, Harpo’s Wife was called SUSAN Fleming Marx, and she was quite well known as a film star in her own right

[@jaec45]

I love this song ! Mama Yo Quiero (Mamae Eu Quero - Brazilian). Originally sung by Carmen Miranda in 1940. Others: Bing Crosby, The Andrew Sisters, The Big Store, Jerry Lewis, Tom and Jerry, I Love Lucy, Lemon Popsicle 2, Harlem Nights, and King Africa.

[@user-rj5ld7jh7n]

Sheer brilliance

[@nback11]

how come i never found this? absolutely beautiful...

[@LoneWombat2126]

I don’t think I’ll ever be able to watch this video and not smile with joy! That was the true gift that the Marx brothers had, bringing joy to those around them. God Bless them for all the laughs they’ve brought to us over the years! ❤😂

[@Jourell1]

a great performance by two talented guys. I've heard a story that once, when they were doing live theatre, they switched roles and played each others characters. This was mostly meant to be for the amusement of Chico's daughter Maxine but unfortunately Maxine had decided to skip that performance and get her hair done. She later considered that one of her biggest regrets, because they never did it again.

[@centerfirer]

i cant stop wistling this ! ! R I P the marx brothers ....

[@erzbet07]

I second ProCraigGuy's comments...Chico and Harpo are brilliant! What joy they brought to so many (and still do thanks to posters like you). Thanks!!

[@carloscharmy]

Harpo and Chico Marx's playful performance of 'Mama Eu Quero' is pure comedic brilliance. Their comedic timing, mischievous antics, and musical talent create a laughter-filled spectacle. With their charmingly absurd rendition, the Marx Brothers prove once again why they are comedy legends. A must-watch for a good belly laugh!

[@vova47]

Nobody made piano playing more fun!!

[@Crystalientje]

simply love the fast fingers!!!!

[@baddawg3697]

Love these guys!

[@SteveonLI]

this is great and will go viral. reminds me of my dad and my uncle, and me and my brothers. thanks for posting!! my dad came from the era of novelty piano and he had a few samples up his sleeve himself

[@eecorr]

this is what I call....entertainment & skills...I miss these things on tv..nowadays its all crap

[@macdaddynavy]

They were magic.

[@musicalmilieu]

This should make you smile!

[@parthkapgate]

It still does after 10 years of your comment .

[@Mirandamoose]

Brilliant! Very talented!!

[@louswire]

Now THAT'S Entertainment... it's just so much fun to watch.

[@marciaomattos]

"Mamãe eu quero". Marcha de Jararaca e Vicente Paiva (1936)

[@Gunslinger48]

Where did all the talent go? that is amazing stuff..and so entertaining.

[@johnwells9089]

You just can't get that level of entertainment these days, for love, nor money!

[@rodrigoraulsuarez]

I really love this guys. Made my life a lot easier.

[@GratefulCraig]

Wow. Incredible.

[@Gydinglight12]

Imagine being the lucky camermen who got to be right there filming this routine. The only luckier guy in old Hollywood was the WB sound engineer who got to record Mel Blanc's voice for Loonytunes.

[@gremlinuk1968]

want my kids to like this !!

[@jonnyfoilman4283]

Can I get a WITNESS???!!! They sure don't make stuff like this anymore. :(

[@johnjurkewicz9925]

He is Great to listening to and I love it

[@louswire]

so much fun to watch...

[@laura20022004]

omg i love harpo he is adorable and funny

[@TheCloakedOwl]

0:54 when Harpo breaks into the up-tempo vamp of the second chorus and Chico shoots him a dirty look LOL

[@steeplepossum39]

We love you !

[@leladelagarza1266]

There's never been anyone like Chico Marx...

[@MarleneWolf91]

wow excellent!!!

[@hebneh]

Carmen Miranda’s first appearance in a Hollywood film singing this song was such a smash that it not only immediately inspired numerous satirical versions of her - usually by men in drag - but also made the song itself popular enough for the Marx Brothers to use it in this comedy scene.

[@PianoGesang]

Harpo is at least partially mimicking his piano playing, but his ability to make it look real is just as ingenious!

[@LatoLato66]

Full of skill amazing

[@FrankTerpoorten]

echt geweldig

[@jennyflorio7844]

It’s funny the way Chico and Harpo play the piano. I think they’re a hoot.

[@johndean4765]

Jenny from what I see Harpo couldn't play the piano.If people think he can then they've been fooled.

[@jimupp2235]

I love those guys, all 4 of them. I wish I was Jewish so i could meet them in Jewish heaven. They were the best!

[@johndean4765]

Jimupp you talk rubbish if there is a heaven religions won't be segregated .

[@EvanTheStig]

TOM AND JERRY ROCKS!!!

[@Maddog-tb3bp]

To see anyone do this skit today would be amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@pejmankooklanfar2674]

88 years later still these Awsom🎥🎞️are still funny & not Compared to any of stuff like MI8 really Same s*** No 🎥🎞️can replace these👎

[@sammygrewe]

How could Anyone who loves music Not Respnd!!!!????

[@colinwood387]

Shear Brilliance

[@marcparella]

Don't let these two anywhere near a piano store.

[@Islandsprincesas]

Jajajajajajajajajaajajajaj!!!!! Uy que arte más grande!!!! Jajajajajajajajajajajaja!!!

[@tutulove718]

THESE ARE MY PEOPLE

[@EmilioDx]

1:00 i love how Harpo imitate chico with the JAJAJA, and ends so funny

[@RAMLIA1]

♥♥♥

[@alive726]

awesome chicks always dig muscicians

[@WimGrundy]

Thanks to KZbin, this will be enjoyed by all with InfoSuperhighway access as long as there is paving! All Hail Comrades Marx!

[@clabersuarez5253]

Genios😂👏

[@Allotmenteer2]

such amazing skill..most concert pianists couldn't do that..playing while hopping about and clowning like that

[@johndean4765]

You've been fooled most of the time the recording playing and chico miming.

[@patrickroux694]

c genial.....

[@tomgarza1355]

i am just absolutely speechless. thumbs up if you plan on watching this in 2013 lol

[@qwertyklopy1631]

Still here 2019 never give up, GOT these as well now. 😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@marcparella]

That's how you get somewhere in the world: be original.

[@Nico_Tena]

That was during a time when those putting out the entertainment product, no matter how they were involved, cared about giving us quality and the viewers demanded it. Today, they care about how much money they can make, the quality has been watered down and the people have been dumbed down to accept what they give us!

[@lisa-mariegray5510]

True. Chico could only play with his right hand, so he faked the left hand. Harpo could play 2 songs: Love Me And The World Is Mine and Waltz Me Around Again Willy.

[@dplomin1954]

@Spongenat you are so right!

[@gke610]

nice😁

[@dharmaseed]

Harpo's face at 0:54...lmao!!

[@geraldojorgedalmaschio9648]

Is not Mama yo quiero (in spanish). The correct is Mamãe eu quero (in portuguese). This is a brazilian Song.

[@Spongenat]

@joemaffei In Harpo's autobio (from what i've read so far) he could only play two songs. But he would play them in different keys to make them sound different. Chico was supposed to teach Harpo how to play the piano but went gambling instead so Harpo learned to play on his own :)

[@VicNyke92]

@Hammerzeiterr What kind of sense of humour have you? This is comedy at it's best!

[@lovepussycat]

These guys always have sounded better "screwing around" than anything put out today. Quotations emphasized; their act was meticulously choreographed.

[@isopath1]

Love their touch. Deserving of a beautiful grand to play on

[@marielortiz6433]

nice

[@jacobsamorodin9937]

Chico Marx inspired Freddy Mercury of Queen who used similar piano style in a song like Lazing on a Sunday Afternoon.

[@dennisg69]

Mamãe eu quero tocar piano assim!

[@BeccaLovesSRK]

Chico was taught by an old lady who could only play with her right hand and Harpo only knew two songs which he figured out on his own.

[@sparrowhawk5673]

When comedy had no sexuality or violence. 🤗

[@carlosalbertomurillomartinez]

is mama, i want to