Gangster Rapper’s 1ST Time REACTION To Talking Heads -Psycho Killer

Quick Overview

Chris Calico, a multi-gold and platinum rapper, singer, songwriter, and producer, reacts to Talking Heads' "Psycho Killer," initially expecting a poppy song but finding it surprisingly funky and a mix of pop, rock, and funk. He enjoys the song's entertainment value and unique blend of singing and talking, despite his confusion over the seemingly nonsensical English lyrics and the unexpected French sections, ultimately concluding that music can be enjoyed even without understanding all the words.

Key Points: Chris Calico initially expected Talking Heads to produce "upbeat kind of poppy songs" and recalled seeing the lead singer "wearing the big suits" with "big shoulder pad High suits." He expressed confusion over the opening lyrics, stating, "I'm already confused he said I can't sleep because my bed's on fire," and noted it "didn't sound like it had anything to do with being a psycho killer." Calico identified the song as having "a little Funk to it," describing Talking Heads as mixing genres like "pop," "rock," and "Funk," calling "Psycho Killer" "actually super funky." He appreciated the lead singer's unique vocal style, noting, "he sing sings and kind of like talks at the same time," a technique Calico also uses in his own music. Calico recognized the song's entertainment value, stating, "This is super entertaining which is what Talking Heads was supposed to be about so I totally get it." He questioned if the singer was "singing in French" when he heard "KES KES," recalling a similar phrase from "Superman" and concluding it "definitely seems like a question." Calico emphasized that "sometimes music doesn't have you don't have to understand all of the words to enjoy it," comparing it to enjoying foreign music without understanding the language.

Context: Chris Calico, a multi-gold and platinum rapper, singer, songwriter, and producer, hosts a YouTube reaction series called "Closer to the Classics," where he reacts to various music videos. In this episode, he reacts to Talking Heads' 1977 song "Psycho Killer," a band he vaguely remembers from his childhood for their distinctive fashion. His reaction provides insight into his musical background and appreciation for diverse genres and song structures.