Beastie Boys' "Sabotage" w/ Nick Kroll - One Song

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Listen all y’all, it’s “Sabotage” this week on One Song. To help break down this 1994 Beastie Boys classic, Diallo and LUXXURY are joined by the incredibly talented actor, comedian, writer, and producer Nick Kroll. On this episode, they discuss the impact of the iconic (and hilarious) music video directed by Spike Jonze, unpack why not all white rappers are built the same, and learn how Beastie Boys producer/engineer Mario Caldato Jr. served as inspiration for the lyrics. Plus, Nick tells the guys about the time he performed a cabaret version of “Sabotage.” One Song Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/40SIOpVROmrxTjOtH7Q1yw?si=f5e3eb90a58549a0 This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ONESONG and get on your way to being your best self. Songs Discussed: "Sabotage" - Beastie Boys "Cooky Puss" - Beastie Boys "Fight For Your Right" - Beastie Boys "Paul Revere" - Beastie Boys "Remote Control" - Beastie Boys "So What'Cha Want" - Beastie Boys "When the Levee Breaks" - Led Zeppelin "Rhymin & Stealin" - Beastie Boys "The Big Beat" - Billy Squier "Sweet Emotion" - Aerosmith "Killing in the Name" - Rage Against the Machine "LA Deli" - Sloppy Secondz "Get It Together" - Beastie Boys ft. Q-Tip "Intergalactic" - Beastie Boys "Tezeta" - Mulatu Astatke "A Day In The Life" - The Beatles "Sex Machine" - James Brown "Family Affair" - Sly & The Family Stone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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