Lola - MonaLisa Twins (The Kinks Cover)

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Hi Everyone,
We're posting this video on #LolaDay, the 50th Birthday of one of our favourite songs by one of our favourite British rock bands.
There is something so unorthodox, unapologetic and poetically blunt about The Kinks' music. The predecessor to punk. Untamed yet melodic, introspective, witty and observational in the most creative, captivating way. Nothing gives you a more vivid picture of parts of British culture than diving into a Kinks album. We love these guys.
We hope we did this song proud and that you enjoy our take on this classic. Us and Papa Rudi (on bass and keys) had an absolute blast working on it. Please leave a comment and share your thoughts with us.
A huge Thank You to Karen and Ray Davies for getting in touch and inviting us to take part in the #LolaDay celebrations ♥
Stay Groovy,
Mona & Lisa

[@leifmortensen895]

When you're soon to turn 73, a tune like this, so well presented by two lovely ladies, brings back memories from the past. That's a great thing we all need. Brings back the memory of when I fell in love for the fist time - and it was great and touching to think of the first wobbly steps you took. So big bow for my favorite twins and thank you.

[@tabithashipley9605]

I just recently found this song (I'm 21 next month), and I love how it embraces pansexuality and the steps that are taken when somebody falls in love with someone they didn't expect to be so different than what they're used to. From the beginning curiosity, to the confusion, to the love. It's all there. I'm a pansexual woman myself, and this song really hits home for me. These girls did a great job covering the song.

[@perrythomasmusic3709]

I love these ladies for many reasons, but one HUGE reason is that they are bringing new life into some of these great songs. I help out in a music store on occasions and I have noticed some many teens coming in now, asking me to show them how to play so many of these types of songs, especially songs by the Beatles, that these ladies have breathed new life into. I am thankful for that. They are very straight forward and talented.

[@gregcantwell2918]

I have to agree they are fresh voices in the music industry and they are fantastic ❤

[@tod3msn]

Great rendition of one of the greatest rock songs ever. The Kinks and Ray Davies I’m sure approve! Well done!

[@paulkruger491]

I'm a big fan of these girls. And I'm an old man that hates everything lol.

[@timcagney7690]

Wonderfully talented girls. Re-living my youth again (I'm 72) and loving every minute of it. Many thanks.

[@bmon4095]

I am 68, an old roadie from the 60s and 70s and all I can say is “damn kids these days just Gotta make an old man shake his head… in wonder” Keep it up ladies you’re truly some thing special. 💕🇨🇦💕

[@jameswilliams3883]

Another old roadie agrees 100%

[@BlueLightSpecial2023]

I think good ol' dad has a lot to with it, too. 😉

[@rcp2212]

One of the great rock tunes of all time. You ladies (and your papa) honored the tune with a GREAT cover!

[@sam7417]

One of the greatest lyric moments in pop "...but I know what I am and I'm glad I'm a man and so's Lola". Brilliant.

[@nevilledarman8n21]

Absolutely awesome I’m 75 and had to listen over and over again 👌😍😍😍🇦🇺❤️❤️❤️

[@tjvanpopta]

Same here, and i am 69 . There,s nothing like the classics !

[@colinhinds5186]

Good, clean copy - no gimmicks or auto-tune rubbish .. Old-School, the way it should be .. Well played girls.

[@liner011f7]

They always honor the real song.

[@ddow33gmailcom]

'and good support and accompaniment from pops too!

[@stevenclarke5606]

Very talented ladies

[@vinobody]

@@liner011f7 I'd like something more different than the original but...

[@madsmari]

Guys, listen to their originals if you haven't, and buy them. Support these ladies, they're making so much good happen

[@andymoore9977]

The originals are special. I can't stop listening to them. They are good but are 'getting better all the time'.....

[@rodneycaupp5962]

Neither has accepted my marriage proposal..., and i own a guitar or 2....... BTW that's a lovely tune

[@marvinbush5278]

@@rodneycaupp5962 You're funny.

[@altodds]

already ordred

[@MikeCalma]

Orange has some fabulous original tunes! I am stuck on the Duo Sessions. The clean, not overly produced cuts, are perfection!

[@johns.4331]

These 2 girls are absolutely totally gorgeous and so good at the music game. Hard not to LOVE!

[@jefferyohlwine8892]

Wow! Best cover of "Lola" ever! Unrivaled harmonies from Mona and Lisa, not to mention their awesome instrumental prowess and versatility! And their dad ain't half bad either! Whether classic covers or fresh originals, this family always impresses!

[@billroberts7881]

I swear, there hasn't been even ONE song (original AND covers) that isn't top notch and superbly done. Thank you for ANOTHER well done offering, Mona, Lisa, and Rudi!

[@wacky85]

Gorgeous , classy and Superb ..., Monalisa Twins forever.....

[@jonnewman6332]

Sometimes the KZbin rabbit hole takes you to somewhere wonderful. Today I discovered the MonaLisa Twins. Amazing.

[@John-gv2ug]

Winners of the DNA lottery - talent, personality, charm and charisma.

[@johns.4331]

These 2 girls are just so beautiful and so talented. I Love Them to Death!

[@philt1771]

You two are no Lolas, you're all woman. What's not to like, two beautiful women who can really jam to one of the most recognizable songs in music history. You did The Kinks proud on Lola's 50th anniversary!

[@LesbianVampireLover]

Wow, so good. This is almost as good as the original and an old guy like me was around way back in the day when it first came out. Just wow. Like so many other retro-loving people are saying, these gals are bringing us so much joy with their covers of the old songs. More!!!!

[@tomcalvo]

Absolutely Amazing. Perfect celebration for Lola's 50th birthday. 💖💛

[@georgehays4900]

Really good. One of my favorite songs of all time. They killed it.

[@LesbianVampireLover]

Hit it out of the park. Gets better every time I listen to it.

[@michaelrafa100]

I was lucky enought to see the Kinks live way back when. This version is so much more fun and better with beautiful Mona and Lisa singing these lyrics!! You two really ROCK!!

[@balazsnemeth3883]

You are not just imitators of the Beatles but gorgeous musicians, good luck to You.

[@barrycowan3540]

I just had a smile on my face throughout this whole video - this was so enjoyable.

[@gregdent123]

“Lola” EXPLODES at 0:34, and I play it loud over and over. Whooof! Love the way Papa Rudi’s bass picks you up and carries you like an undercurrent off into the song. Of the contagious things in the world, I'm so grateful I've contracted the Twins and “Lola” and not that other thing. Every time I see this, which is often, I just want to jump up and make fabulous music myself. Every time! And every time, mine's not that fabulous, but I can't help myself.Thank you!

[@foghorn13]

I love their cover of "Lola". Whenever I see Mona flip that tambourine and smile it always brings a big smile to my face. I think Rudy was especially cool in this video. I would love to see Michaela perform again.

[@jotadickinson]

Can't understand why I stayed so much time without hearing these wonderful twins singing the classic covers.

[@elliyahugenesove9777]

This is the most brilliant rendition of this song I've ever heard. Your voices mesh perfectly and your enthusiasm puts your version over the top

[@theasiebert1707]

Yay to that enthusiasm! One can feel it!

[@ShortysSportsGrill]

Check out their covers of Beatles tunes. Especially the ones played live in the Cavern Club where the Beatles started.

[@CountBlackula6]

Check out the cover by Lake Street Dive.

[@trishbullock6754]

@@CountBlackula6 Yes, that cover is absolutely brilliant. But I have never been disappointed with anything these two girls do; they are absolutely fantastic!

[@kevinb3812]

@@CountBlackula6 Can I say I love them both!?

[@raymondirvine7068]

So much fun!!!

[@joesobaski1966]

These two are so joyful.

[@rbpenn]

I've listened to this song literally several hundred times between the original and live versions and it's so ingrained in my head that hearing this version is like getting slapped in the face. But in a good and necessary way, like when someone is delirious or comatose and that slap wakes them up or saves their lives, this really woke me up and got my attention! Weird Al did a brilliant take, but that of course was parody. This is a true tribute. So refreshing and so different! And, like many others, I just get a big smile from the bottom of my soul when Mona makes that happy face with the tambourine.

[@gaian2000]

It melts my old heart to see the music of my generation passed on by talented musicians like MLT! Rock on!

[@meffdog]

love it love it love it. dad is now in assisted living and this is just what i needed. God save the Kinks-God save the MonaLisa Twins

[@souldavidthompson4854]

Way to go Mona and Lisa! Your cover of The Kinks' "Lola" is magnificent!! Lisa, I love your little Fender 🎸, and Mona's fun and funny expressions are priceless ☺️ Kudos to your Papa Rudi as well 😃 Thanks for the smiles and happiness 😁

[@Overnity]

Wow , here we go again.... one of my favourite bands and songs... Go Gals... who can equal you ?

[@benters3509]

I have never been one for parenthood. But when I see these two beauties, I kind of envy Papa for bringing them into the world. Well done Papa!

[@greatnortherntroll6841]

You two have Never failed to put a BIG Smile on my face! I wish I could see you live, in concert! 😁 😘 😁

[@ricktwomey8439]

Friday June 26, 2020...My Guitar Gently Weeps tops 4 million views ...Congrats to the Twins for another milestone..and...later today or tomorrow Drive My Car will top 4 million....thank you girls for giving us some great music!!!!

[@thezanzibarbarian5729]

What more could you ever want? Two gorgeous young ladies and a great song sung and played brilliantly. Oh! And we can't forget dad too. Nice one pops ;-))...

[@Rick-tt6yq]

I've watched this video close to 50 times now and I still get a chuckle out the heavy emphasis on the second syllable of Lo-LA...they really kick that out. GREAT JOB ladies...Bravo!!!! Definitely a favourite video of mine.

[@dicktaylor9054]

Isn’t this wonderful? A brilliant new twist on one of the great 60s classic numbers. The seemingly effortless perfection can only come from a huge amount of hard work over years. Thank you for this.

[@HrSookoll]

The best thing about Mona and Lisa is that when they do covers, they dont try to create some new kink or cuisine but they play the song like it originally was created. Not trying to do something new or different, but the same! Wonderful :)

[@piggly-wiggly]

When they do make changes, they're usually pretty subtle. Almost always it's taking out something that maybe was faddish when the song was recorded by is now just dated. Listen to their cover of the Paul McCartney "Wonderful Christmastime" and compare to the original. They got rid of the heavy 80s keyboard sound and made the song fresh without destroying its identity as Paul McCartney's song.

[@timtv2826]

The only thing they add are those gorgeous MonaLisa harmonies. Mona's velvety lead and Lisa's high harmony are pure heaven on this.

[@johnnypee]

This is my wife’s favorite MonaLisa Twins cover. I can not choose a favorite. If you like this, listen to any of their original songs. This band sounds like they just jumped out of the past, and luckily landed right here for us to enjoy. Bravo!

[@scottrowe533]

Well, I'm not the world's most musical guy But I listen lots and they blow my mind MonaLisa, mo-mo-MonaLisa mo-mo-MonaLisa... Very nice indeed, ladies. Thank you. Stay safe and take care of those you love.

[@KoalaGardens]

it's so great to see young people bringing back some of the classics as though they are fresh spanking new songs. great version ladies!!!

[@thomasodetto4670]

These gorgeous two ladies must have put a spell on me. I have been listening to their music religiously the past several days. Just kidding, I thoroughly enjoy your recordings. Best Wishes from the USA 🇺🇸.

[@billloraff9132]

Well I am watching this again just love it and there is one proud father.

[@aBeatleFan4ever]

Wonderful performance ladies. Nice to see Mona taking some of the lead vocal again. Would love to see you do "Sunny Afternoon" someday. Thanks so much for making this video for us. Good to see Rudi on bass and keyboard. Hope you all stay safe and keep on being so sweet and adorable.

[@granthurlburt4062]

AND WATERLOO SUNSET!

[@BenjWarrant]

After 12 weeks of self-isolating that was just what I needed - colourful musical fabulousness! Thank you.

[@lesralphs9200]

Brilliant. Version of A classic Song Xx😉👍😀

[@Collwila]

They can take an old classic and absolutely nail it. Great harmonies. Just shows the Kinks were way ahead of their time. Know what I mean

[@howardbedwell6429]

Another awesome cover from Mona and Lisa. And so nice to see Papa Rudi joining in on bass and keyboards on this wonderful fiftieth anniversary cover of a Ray Davies’ classic. He would no doubt be impressed. I just love Lisa’s outfit here. There should be more Orange in this clockwork, lockdown world. Also great to see Lisa playing the electric mandolin and Mona continuing the recent trend of her taking lead vocal duties. Thank you Rudolf for also including some of her drumming in this video. Mona, your father would no doubt be impressed with your acting skills. You've obviously had an excellent mentor. 💛❤️

[@horrendus]

I just realized its #LolaDay when looking up the original. Great hearing Mona sing lead vocals,great cover...with your clear english its the first time that I really listened to the lyrics and the story of the song :)

[@niranthbanks3595]

Man, this group has matured into something amazing! I’ve enjoyed the ride and am looking forward to see (and hear) what’s next.

[@lynnnewcomb8396]

Funny you should say that. I just watched Mona singing "Twist and Shout" as a thirteen year old. She was good then, now she's great. They both are. I really really hope I can see them live someday. I'll put it on my bucket list.

[@dt8787]

One of the coolest songs ever. Didn't think they could actually be sexier!

[@mcmp59]

Mona and Lisa write their own songs and are brilliant, They also cover a huge range of other peoples classics and deliver with great reverence to the originals. Lola is another of these great covers by them.

[@JackNado50]

Can't get enough of them, their music is so tight, oh and thanks Ladies and the band for bringing back the music of my time, all you guys, your father all the band are making that music...what it was, is, and will be. Peace Love Y'all...coming from Canada.

[@paca_bill4863]

Wow! Today, Mona & Lisa showed up in my music browsing, as they have similar music to an artist I follow on KZbin. So far, I must have watched 20 videos of theirs today. I am super-impressed with everything I've seen, and a bit sad I've never heard of them before today. I've been a long-time follower of the Indigo Girls from since 1988 or '89, when they first emerged. Mona & Lisa, with their original music, catch that same vibe which drew me to the IG. Amazing!

[@gdholmfirth]

Just when you think these two cannot get any better, they produce something like this. Wow.

[@stephcooper5998]

Mona and Lisa Happy Pride from Toronto Canada. Lola is a fun girl being her true self. Great cover. Love and peace to you ❤️ Steph

[@JamesNewsomeCaiLeighAnna]

Absolutely wonderful cover of Lola. It's like a new song again.

[@gregdent123]

“Lola” EXPLODES at 0:34, and I play it loud over and over. Whooof! Papa Rudi’s bass is a big part of it and a big part of a lot of MonaLisa Twins music. He comes in hard and high in the mix (he said, as if he knew about mixes) but without being intrusive. The tone is beautiful in a way I'd like to know more about, and it picks you up and carries you like an undercurrent off into the dreamy realm of the song. Thank you!

[@kobo59]

Every song these immensely talented ladies have put out impresses me. Mona and Lisa are the real deal.

[@michaelbeckwith6177]

I've always loved The Kinks and I've always loved this song and I especially LOVE THE MONALISA TWINS!!!!

[@joerosa8378]

Me too

[@carlteacherman194]

Best cover version I've seen. So crisp and clean. You hear every word. Well done for a great production. I was a student when the original came out, which I have on vinyl. I'm a teacher now, and it's fantastic to see current students appreciate this song.

[@bobmoslow4636]

The twins are so talented and fun! Really uplifting. Parents are so supportive. Good feeling story!

[@thomascampbell2624]

These two ladies are both incredibly talented. I have to say, I'm happy to see Mona take lead on this one and I hope she does more in the future. She is too talented to stay in the background. I love her voice. These two make music as it should be...pure.

[@jaytribett4677]

Great performance of this great song, I was just a teenager when this was popular.

[@rck60s]

You ladies never cease to amaze me. after 55 years in the music business and work with countless artists I can say with all certainty that your fan base will continue to grow.Wonderful take on a great song

[@mathill6869]

Blimey you two are at this time the very best. Also hello Dad nice to see you.

[@mattsokol6380]

WOW! What an awesome song! IN this day and age too! Ray Davies and LOLA are psyched! and hopefully everyone else who stumbled upon this and watched and listened! That kinda really looked like JOY OF MUSIC STYLE STUFF TO ME! I am gonna watch it again!

[@midi510]

Most excellent performance and production. I'm so in love. Ear and eye candy. Props to dad, too.

[@billisenberg2460]

These ladies are so talented. Please support them. This video is just a sample of how good they are. And their original music is in a class by it self. As they both say ...stay groovy!

[@shughy1]

Such lovely production on this, I've heard countless covers of this song over the last 40 years and this is one of the best 👍

[@ARichardP]

I remember when this came out in 1970. Loved it then. Love it now. Probably my favorite Kinks song. Great performance. Really brings alive the great music from that era. Looking forward to listening to “Tired Of Waiting For You”. 👏🏻

[@markblackford7271]

Not seen this much talent for a long time

[@craigcarpenter3578]

Wow!! Must have been quite an honor to have Ray Davies get ahold of you! This is an awesome cover! (my favorite) 50 year anniversary?? WTF?? am I that old? (guess so) Thanks my friends!

[@ariraki]

Fantastic ! The best version ever from this song. It+s nice to see father Rudi too on piano, bass and camera ! Happy Lola Day Mona and Lisa ! Stay groovy !

[@lonica966]

Absolutely a wonderful version of this classic song I just love it and I can't stop playing it

[@sallyannbeck7804]

WOW will be buying all your albums!!!!!!!!! AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@normawhitehead3286]

The Davis brothers would have no problem giving their thumbs up for your version of this,absolutely outstanding.T and N

[@usmc12345678910]

i am in love with Mona

[@pteddie6965]

What a good job of a great old Kinks tune. I bet a lot of coots like me sat up and listened to this one. All the garage bands of the 60's loved the Kinks. My mom and dad got more than they wanted of Kinks' songs. Thanks for sharing this well done version with us. You ladies are quite special. I love listening to you.

[@ttullis1]

Ladies I love your covers of songs from my younger days and how well you do them. I know that a dose of Mona Lisa Twins can always brighten my day.

[@dbstanton9717]

Listening to Lola since 1970 and you girls nailed it. Great song and great video!

[@mickeyfrancismcdaid]

MonaLisa Twins have stopped me in my tracks. Like listening to the songs for the first time in brand new brilliance. Fab! It’s going to be hours before the landings, stairs and hallways get mopped. Don’t tell the Mayor.

[@Stephjam63]

Love Lola! and Love the MonaLisa Twins....Great job!

[@koustavdutta4849]

What to say....when you, two girls sing , I feel a peaceful mild breeze covering my inner soul....just wonderful....

[@smittysmith4746]

Best cover so far I have listen to this well over a hundred times and it makes me smile every time!

[@MikeCalma]

One of my favorite MLT videos. First, a great song selection! Second, you cover all the instruments - with a helping hand on keyboards, bass and video from Papa Rudi! Third, you girls look like you are having so much fun while producing this! EX-cellent on all levels. Keep the music coming MLT!

[@mavericklane6206]

MonaLisa twins two very multi-talented musicians and singers and great cover tunes artists. Amazing passion for rock and pop songs. Bravo!

[@user-ss7vp8vz4r]

MonaLisa you are beautiful ❤️ girls and beautiful performers! Love 💖 you.

[@lonica966]

This is a truly wonderful version of this song.it s just right for your incrediable harmonies well done Ray Davies must so happy

[@jerrychamness6299]

I absolutely love, love, love your cover of "Lola" by the Kinks. It's one of my favorite covers. It is so energetic and fun. The vocals are awesome, but that's a given on any song you do. Love Mona's guitar rhythm and her tempo drumming; spot on. Also love Lisa's picking a little guitar and a lot of guitar! The video is great work showing, not only your talents, but also how much fun you are having. I always have fun watching this video and it always cheers me up. A fantastic cover!!

[@theraven6836]

Real musicians, playing real music on instruments. ❤️

[@alanhatfield8643]

You killed it. Thank You. Brought back of flood of '70's memories. Dedicated it to a former girlfriend on Facebook. Stay safe. God Bless. Rock On. Tour the US.

[@DanielCPurdy]

Ray Davies has to be really happy with. I know that I am. I was 23 then so have loved this song for 50 years. Well done, as always. It has to take a lot of work to put out a video like this. A whole lot of forethought and planning. One shot of the whole song and many shots of the different segments that are incorporated into the video. I guess that Papa Rudi does that computer work. These videos look seamless.

[@tjvanpopta]

I was 20 years old at that time. This song is 50 years old. Only something that good can live through the years!

[@armadillotoe]

18, and I enjoyed the song but it really confused me. I was very naive.

[@bradroberts7938]

A Classic and a great rendition👍🎶old songs can be a little confusing 😂😎✌️

[@Rickimusic]

@@armadillotoe What is confusing? You use past tense with naive so honestly, your post confuses me. lol :)

[@randomvideosbymark8095]

Excellent song choice and you both have done a phenomenal job on this amazing song with your beautiful voices!!!!!! Thanks for this awesome song 💖🤗👌

[@reader1956]

You ladies are SO great and quite wonderful. Terrific musicianship and voices. I love listening to you.

[@wardschuler9044]

Absolutely beautiful twins with so much talent that GOD had to make two for justice in the music world & real life !