The Cog is Dead - Inspector Gadget [Theme Cover]

The Cog is Dead presents a cover of the Inspector Gadget theme song. Original here: • Inspector Gadget Theme...
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[@aleisterblacke]

Here's an interesting tid bit, and once I say it, everyone is going to hate me for the rest of eternity, plus 20 years. The next time someone plays "I Shot The Sheriff", "Inspector Gadget" matches up perfectly. I worked an outdoor concert, and the band started doing the reggee version of "I Shot The Sheriff", and all the other bartenders realized what I was actually singing along with. LOL

[@AdolphisMalomar]

The Doctor Who music (not the opening but the dramatic bit when the plot is ramping up) matches up with I Was Made for Loving You by KISS and I can never unhear it either.

[@ellugerdelacruz2555]

@@AdolphisMalomar What was its name?

[@MrRobot1984]

Robocop is just the rated R Inspector Gadget

[@ellugerdelacruz2555]

@@MrRobot1984 Or rather, Inspector Gadget is the G Rated Robocop

[@flaetsbnort]

thank you for this cursed knowledge, I shall put it to good use

[@electrobob992]

Great now I am thinking of a new Insepector Gadget series taking place in a Steampunk AU With cameos from various steampunk musicians.

[@Lawofimprobability]

That actually sounds like a really feasible idea. Steampunk gets a reliable (but sometimes small crowd), nostalgia junkies abound, and bands would likely participate for free or cheap since the advertising potential would be obvious. Parents also want kid shows that are better for kids than a lot of the dreck out there. Animation is cheaper than ever if you want to go with a cartoony style. You would just need it to written well and you see good independent creators who can certainly produce family-friendly content. I don't know how hard it is to get a license but I definitely see a good business possibility there.

[@NJM1564]

Not the worst idea. My thinking how a Inspector Gadget gundam would be cool is worse.

[@TheCentralofWoW]

I would so love that!

[@DrowSoldier33]

Steam Powered Giraffe?

[@terrylong8894]

GIVE IT TO ME!

[@FeketeDemon1000]

Damn, now I want to see a show of a steampunk Inspector Gadget.

[@researcherchameleon4602]

Something I just thought of is that, a steam punk inspector gadget would need a smoke stack, what if he had what looks like a cigar, but it is actually a disguised smoke stack

[@ZashaTheBear]

Tim Burton directing it... Was my thought along with yours

[@synthwavesoundscape1893]

@@ZashaTheBear with jo blankburg as the ost composer

[@WorldWalker128]

you and me both

[@DartTyler]

Constable Ratchet

[@shada0]

OK, now I just want a gritty Noir re-imagining of inspector Gadget. Something that tries to take the silly, fun work & try to run it with a straight face. Especially if they make Gadget tall robot hard boiled detective, but sill have him with his classic voice (or as close).

[@derultimativenachahmer74]

What if Inspector Gadget's transformations were portrayed as something akin to body horror?

[@nikfighter262]

I remember when Gadget just whooped TWO adult lions and threw them out of the window with no care at all. More of that would be nice, and for them to finally reveal that Dr Claw was the real Gadget all along!

[@adamb89]

Deadpan style, like Leslie Nielsen would work well. Inspector Gadget portrayed as a serious character who at no point acknowledges the absurdity of anything. Just like Frank Drebin.

[@tonymata8070]

@@adamb89 THIS RIGHT HERE!! ☝️ That's a great idea, Adam!

[@Apoc2K]

"Show me on the go-go-gadget doll where he touched you."

[@Mandemon1990]

You have no idea how hard nostalgia is hitting me right now

[@blastchambers2150]

This %100

[@SuperXxMarcosxX]

Vhs tapes just to watch a cartoon

[@ShiftersMidnightsun]

Seeing as I was born In 91 I think I just might

[@VME-Brad]

With that beginning I was expecting a full video. "You raised my hopes and dashed them quite expertly, sir. Bravo!" ―Tinny Tim.

[@calanon534]

The guy doing Quimby looked almost exactly how I'd expect a live-action Quimby to look.

[@RaphaelFrog]

Inspector Gadget was one of my favorite cartoons and characters and his opening theme always brings me a lot of nostalgia. You did such an wonderful job with this cover, keep it up guys!

[@godofthetranses3183]

You should do some worldbuilding and invent some episodes for it! Go full nerd on this idea!

[@apex2000]

All these years, shows just how well made the original theme was, that it warrants such covers.

[@frontrowattheshitshow8849]

Anyone ever think about how Inspector Gadget and Robocop might make a cool crime-fighting duo? They're even similar! They were both fully human, suffered extensive bodily injury, and were reassembled into a bionic android. Their functions and abilities fill the gaps in the other's skillset. Robocop has durable armor and an automatic weapon, he's built for combat situations. Inspector Gadget is built with a bunch of niche functions, he can handle everything except combat. Additionally, Gadget is more articulate with language and thoughts, so he handles persuasion better, while Robocop handles intimidation better; literally made for good cop/bad cop.

[@thetribunaloftheimaginatio5247]

They'd also make for a fantastic "Straight Man/Wiseguy" duo... Alex Murphy is an intelligent super-cop, and Gadget... is a moron.

[@kylerbelshaw7042]

"Wowsers, I thought I was the only one!" "I HOPED I was the only one. So, what was it, a bomb injury?" "Actually it was a banana peel." "What?" "Don't ask."

[@Daniel-wu6pl]

👍

[@dragonmaster2004313]

@@kylerbelshaw7042 you are hilarious

[@Zankoran]

Robocop: Why is that girl and that talking dog following you around? Gadget: "Oh that's just Brain and Penny. Don't worry about them they're fine." Robocop: "What I mean was are you aware she's doing your detective work better then you... Maybe I should team up with her instead"

[@CteCrassus]

Fun fact: The original French Inspector Gadget opening had bonafide lyrics that, for some reason, were never translated into English (or any other language as far as I know). It'd be fun if someone doing a cover actually took a stab at them.

[@GorTesK]

german version has actual lyrics too

[@GorTesK]

German Lyrics: Inspektor Gadget Wer ist wieder da? Inspektor Gadget! Wer hat eine heiße Spur? HuHo Ja, natürlich er, Inspektor Gadget! Das ist doch ganz klar, Inspektor Gadget! Hat 'ne heiße Spur, Huho Weiß auch, wer es war, Inspektor Gadget! Das ist doch ganz sonnenklar! Ja ja, bei ihm macht's Klick, Gadget hat den Röntgenblick! Gadget hat Mut! Kein Wunder, mit dem Hut! Schreckt vor nichts zurück, Ist ein tolles Stück, HuHo Er ist ganz enorm, Inspektor Gadget! Ist in Superform! Ja ja, jetzt macht's Klick, Ab und zu kommt's auch ganz dick, Gadget geht ran, Zeigt euch, was er kann! Wer ist wieder da? Inspektor Gadget! Wer hat eine heiße Spur? HuHo Ja, natürlich er, Inspektor Gadget! lyricstranslate.com German Lyrics if you were to translate them to English: Inspector Gadget Who is back? Inspector Gadget Who has a hot scent? HuHo Yeah of course he Inspector Gadget That is clear Inspector Gadget Is having a hot scent Huho Also know who it was Inspector Gadget! that is evident! Yeah, yeah he got the clue Gadget is having the X-ray Vision Gadget is having Courage! No wonder with the hat! Is not afraid of anything Is a perfect Piece HuHo Is enormous Inspector Gadget! Is in great shape! Yeah, yeah he got the clue From time to time it is Close Gadget goes Forward Is showing you what he can do! Who is back? Inspector Gadget Who has a hot scent? HuHo Yeah of course he Inspector Gadget lyricstranslate.com

[@CteCrassus]

@@GorTesK Here in Spain we just got the original French lyrics, which is rather odd because most other cartoons of the time got fully voiced lyrics even when the original show didn't have any, like the Sherlock Holmes cartoon. P.S.: Apperently, the *was* a Spanish version of the lyrics, but I never saw it as a kid. Maybe they were only shown in Latin Amercia or something.

[@spinballpac-man]

@@CteCrassusApparently,you did have the original French intro at first,but I believe,by the 2000’s onwards,a translated version was shown instead

[@lordjinnai]

i've lost count to how many times I've listened to this. Make an extended version! The fans demand it.

[@twistytwine1628]

Your guys' style pairs so perfectly with the theme!! You make it sound sinister, cartoonish, playful, yet brash and catchy.

[@kaptainmanslaughta7887]

Ah the childhood nostalgia is smashing down the door with this cover. One thing that I think would be beautiful is a stop motion version of inspector gadget, I mean the armatures used would be perfect for creating the inspector.

[@hdofu]

Better than anything that Disney did to the character.

[@TheFilmReel1930]

Oh. My. Sweet. Mercy. Now THAT is some nostalgia right there! I never expected to see Inspector Gadget of all things here... BUT OH LORD, am i happy it exists! Used to watch this show all the time, even when i got tired of TV and focused on watching things on KZbin. Plus its one of those shows that have a theme song that keep ya goin'.. Other examples could be "Kirby: Right Back At Ya" or "Ducktales". Wonderful job! Keep the cogs'a turnin'! Go-go-Gadget Like Button! (... Also ill say, i always wondered why English doesnt have lyrics... i mean, i probably find it weird cuz i watched in French all the time, and that version has lyrics! But oh well-)

[@AwesomeJCR]

Well, I'll be darned. This song may be short and sweet but it still hits well. I know I've fallen out a bit on your covers but this one reminded me why you're still one of my favorite musical artists.

[@joeyginise6051]

I want a version of Inspector Gadget where he just investigates a series of murders, and the ending is him fighting the serial killer and putting him in jail. Think of the potential! He could have all the forensics equipment in his body!

[@calanon534]

While I like the idea, it completely defeats the slapstick comedy of the show's premise. What would be funnier is a series of fruit heists, making Gadget think back to how he had to be turned into a Cyborg. Done right, even something as tragic as that can be hilarious.

[@user-rd1tn8qm7t]

I like to think that police work is a family thing for the Gadgets, and this is what Inspector Gadget's dad was vibing with when he was Inspector

[@2LaneTraveler]

Simultaneously nostalgic and fresh, well done!

[@WieldingEminator]

Damn, I love this cover! You know, this video has given me an idea: a steampunk live-action series of Inspector Gadget! Or an animated steam-punk series of Inspector Gadget! Either way, this cover has GOT to be used!

[@typhonplume9374]

Can't afford Patreaon, but you guys are one of my fav bands, so look forward to hearing more of your work in the future.

[@gideonbrown4215]

This showed up on my recommended. I don’t know why, but I’m VERY glad it did.

[@cephalopodman2467]

GO GO GADGET THEME SONG COVER

[@FurryWhoGames]

The only other person to cover this theme so well was the great man Dr Steel

[@4nim4l_L0k0]

Holy moly, another one who knows

[@thetribunaloftheimaginatio5247]

I salute you, fellow Toy Soldier!

[@MrPhoenixQuill]

Toy soldiers unite!

[@DiasKull]

And it was this song that pretty much ended him, they went after him hard for it.

[@4nim4l_L0k0]

@@DiasKull really ?

[@marcusflatt9084]

Great cover. I can easily see a steampunk version of this character. I do want to give props to the person who did your thumbnail. The bit of scruff on his face and the curly hair under the hat make for a slightly darker version of him, which I like, for some odd reason.

[@IseAxon]

It's AI generated I believe

[@researcherchameleon4602]

Something I just thought of is that, a steam punk inspector gadget would need a smoke stack, what if he had what looks like a cigar, but it is actually a disguised smoke stack

[@katielancaster6178]

My god I remember the entire theme of Inspector Gadget. I remember at my old school we had old VHS tapes and I remember clearly on watching it. This was my shit, and still is! Thanks Cog!

[@mythiclys]

Thank you for reminding me of one of my favourite childhood cartoons. Awesome cover!! :)

[@FGCLovesYou]

This is so good. Great cover! Definitely following y'all from now on.

[@edorasmarauder5761]

I’m so glad I’m not the only one who remembers this fever dream of a movie or show. Whatever it was.

[@skeletonwarrior9393]

Steampunk Gadget just makes sense. I don’t have a clue why, it just does.

[@ryanschannel606]

Nostalgic Is Coming back ahh the old days

[@intognito5146]

Finally this is the best Cover of this theme song I heard. I salute you all

[@Just_a_commenter]

Now this is something I didn't expect to see in my recommended but am I ever glad it did. A hit of nostalgia with some audio that genuinely slaps... bravo, this is awesome!

[@SodaPopBarbecue]

Best recommendation I've got from the algorithm in a while. It worked for once. Also, I second Steampunk Inspector Gadget.

[@MagusMirificus]

Not really sure why Hollywood felt the need to give us Grimdark Superman when Grimdark Inspector Gadget is still just sitting there screaming for money.

[@jesusreal379]

Pressed like button even b4 the song started

[@marthagilbert3459]

I only known about The Cog Is Dead for a few years, and I already love them ; I want their music to be a jukebox musical animated series, with the same title as the band name, and it shouldn't be in CGI, just regular 2-D animation, and each episode should be titled after each song.

[@kaliek5281]

GO GO GADGET NOSTALGIA!

[@ElijahCarrows]

I could be SUPER happy if someone made a Steampunk Inspector Gadget and was allowed to use your song as the opening theme!

[@Eryklawyd]

Man this is so amazing.Brightened my day listening this, make me feel so nostalgic and remembered my childhood when I watch this cartoon here on Brazil. I love ur work guys.

[@octakhan4673]

This song is the most fun you can have listening to an app!

[@decepticonleadermegatron5239]

The opening had me thinking of a live action gritty Inspector Gadget show or movie

[@TheCentralofWoW]

This is glorious! I've always been an Inspector Gadget fan!

[@dominikdickey4906]

" *I'll get you next time, Gadget. NEXT TIIIIME✊!!!* "

[@Dave-ks9fi]

I once envisioned him as becoming a serial killer and terrifying with his drill, this cover fits it, but doesn't have the bridge of "No Gadget No" that it would need.

[@carloblanch3893]

Beautiful! Thank you

[@justinweber4977]

I did not expect something like this to pop up in my feed, but am happy it did!

[@protoborg]

It's about time someone did this. IG needed a new variation. This was amazing.

[@InOnesGraveDed]

AWESOME!

[@Carstuff111]

Thank you so much for making my night better with this! Awesome!!!!!!!!

[@blastchambers2150]

Ohhhhh my Childhood is so happy right now.

[@prototypedrakon9899]

I love this. I almost wish the skit at the start had gadget show up, but I loved it too!

[@barsnacker]

Those darn memories

[@blusasuke87]

I really want a music video for this in which Gadget is being built in the first half. With him being up and running for "Go, Gadget, Go" and action scenes for the rest.

[@mikeedens6240]

Great cover!

[@erinesque1889]

I feel like this is the perfect song to end my birthday on!!

[@0SC2]

Wowzers!

[@keresztes813]

There is no way you just did that. My childhood just face-slapped me and told me to have a nice day after I heard this.

[@ashfaul6272]

oh I know im two weeks late but this is brilliant! you need to know your music puts me in the best mood keep doing what you do!

[@alanadamoondemon4ever]

Inspector Gadget is ironically my favorite cyborg cartoon to watch lol

[@GBRyker61]

Okay, now I want to see a live action Inspector Gadget series.

[@Dante-Balisk]

Would be nice seeing a more serious take on an Inspector Gadget series, perhaps with the quality of Hellboy?

[@Progearspec]

Wowzers !! Not a bad cover of the inspector gadget theme song.I grew up on the show one of dic entertainment best.

[@Beedo_Sookcool]

Love it!

[@martigar1]

Amazing, I love it! ♥️

[@JustAPersonWhoComments]

IF THIS BECOMES A LIVE ACTION MOVIE IN 2023 THEN IM DEFINITELY WATCHING THIS

[@chrishill3536]

dam now i want to watch the cartoon again thanks.

[@The_Disturber]

this reminds me of when Dr. Steel covered the Inspector Gadget song as well in steampunk version (kinda)

[@vladimirkovacevic1656]

Awesome song

[@TheNobleSocietyofPuddingOwners]

Wonderful!

[@g0ldfishh_o]

This hits hard.

[@4nim4l_L0k0]

That reminds me of Dr Steel but with a happy beat

[@KillerCaitie]

Oh how fun!

[@knkade]

amazing job.

[@vladimirkovacevic1656]

i love this song and tv show and movies

[@madarchmage1151]

I like this. Thank you

[@PineappleDealer37]

It's gadget time.

[@mr.clockwork]

Go go gadget catchy theme song

[@reaper6870]

Yeah

[@BelmontClan]

To mustache or not to mustache that is the question.

[@PunadianOfficial]

My childhood! I love this.

[@thetobi583]

"I'll get you next time, Gadget! Next time"

[@Wraithfire27]

Anyone else seeing the old intro playing? Like in their head as they listen to this?

[@jeffwolcott7815]

I'LL GET YOU NEXT TIME GADGET, NEXT TIME!!!! Rawwwwllll!

[@RockinRocketScience]

Nice one!

[@eternal3279]

Wowsers!

[@knightwolfpro4494]

The image for gadget used here really made me want to see a steam punk inspector gadget.

[@mariawiertel6123]

I really thought for a minute there that Inspector Gadget had a reboot where someone died due to the band title.That said,It's a pretty god cover!

[@henrydupuis5648]

I've had tears in my eyes listening to this!Thank you guys for this jawsometastic cover yo best cover of this song ever yo yeehaw! 🖤🌹🎄🍺🤟😎🤟🎶👽🥁🤖🎮🎹🎧📢🎤🎸🎼ps.My childhood nostalgia really needed this yo yeehaw!

[@tagnrunart]

Great remake, I love the cartoons and Movies, just to put one out there remember the old Disney Movie Home of the Range? the song: "Yodel-adle-eedle-idle-oo" I think would be amazing in the Steampunk style. Also LOVED THE PINK ELEPHANTS

[@zooshilobuno1096]

AAAAAMAZING

[@TwesomE]

Wow imagine a new inspector gadget movie in a more steampunk environment,it would be so matching!

[@jamesspinner7764]

That cover pic makes me believe that an Adult version of Inspector Gadget would be pretty entertaining... Gadget as Sherlok Holms instead of Get Smart ...

[@warlockpaladin2261]

Another prototype from Stark Industrial Partnership, et Co.

[@arsenalxa4421]

Yo, this slaps but good. You just got a new subscriber.

[@zendell37]

Reminds me of when TWRP did a short cover. That talk box really sells it.

[@UnclePengy]

"Bad Man is still my favorite.'" - Uncle Pengy

[@Mr_Emoticon]

I'm really itchy for a gritty macabre humor steampunk/dieselpunk retelling of inspector gadget now.😩 that would made a wonderful comic run!

[@kyoobot6827]

What the heck awesome

[@jackchatfield5464]

not bad, i actually like it. its like a future robotic detective show theme

[@astatine5117]

prefect version of the theme

[@jessicaharkild7093]

Love it 😀