OMC stands for Otara Millionares Club. Otara is a low demographic suburb in South Auckland, New Zealand with a high polynesian and Maori population. The vocalist Pauly Fuemana did become a millionare because of this song, but tragically passed away way too young. His Accent...its Kiwi, that is from New Zealand where Im from. Love you guys Brad and Lex
Everything ended acrimoniously too - Pauly just didn't know how to handle fame and fortune, and there was a lot of bad blood between his family and those who had tried to help him during his career. There's a first-hand account of it, Simon Grigg's book "How Bizarre", but it makes for very sad reading. (PS - greetings from down south in Dunedin!)
This song is such a guilty pleasure for a rock guy...it is so good and the story behind it crazy...those background singers send my ears into orgasms..so sultry and sexy
I hated this song when it was on the radio. But then after 20 years something flipped in my mind and I started to embrace it as I recalled the great memories that I had while it was playing. Ah nostalgia does things to you.
RIP Pauly Fuemana. NZ's greatest one hit wonder! Pauly died (about three streets away from me actually) of complications of a very rare medical condition similar to multiple sclerosis at the age of 40.
I don't think he was a one hit wonder. That album has insanely good songs. He was a real real talent. It's so sad to think about what could he chcieved if he doesn't passed away such a young age. I miss him every day.
The mix of south Pacific vibes and hip-hop is an example of the style known as Urban Pasifika, although this isn't really a good indication of how it normally sounds. It's popular among the Pacific Island population of New Zealand, where Pauly was from, with top artists such as Che Fu, King Kapisi, Scribe, and Nesian Mystik. "How Bizarre", with its slightly novelty feel and spoken vocals, became a huge hit both here in NZ and overseas. That "unknowun" pronunciation is a give-away that he's a New Zealander - it's quite common down here to pronounce words like "growun", "showun" etc.
Love this from OMC! I lived in western Pacific islands when this came out. These guys are Kiwi (New Zealanders), so that's their accent. Everybody in the islands rocked to this.
This is song more of a vibe than being about something. It's a summertime chill song when you're cruising around or at the beach. Just interacting randomly with the circus that is life. Interesting side note: This is a New Zealand band singing a Spanish inflected tune with rap-influenced vocals. In 1996. So a mashup. Which might account for the strange-sounding vocals. In the early days of of rap, it was a hoot to hear foreign singers try to mimic a "rap accent." This guy is trying to do that while also fronting as a Latin lover type too. A quintessential one hit wonder. First single from their only album, written, sung, and produced by the lead singer. But a global hit nonetheless.
Not sure about the "Spanish" bit, as such, more of a calypso-mexican vibe for me, and same for the 'rap' - "Ten Guitars" being almost a cultural staple here. It's not a "mimic", it's how some of the maori and Pacifica sing, depending on what part of the country your in. "Latin Lover"? Nope, a lot of folks would dress like that back in the day, especially if going into town for the evening - again, depends what part of the country you were in. Yup, global 'one hit wonder', he did have some other songs but nothing like as successful, even locally.
How Bizarre / OMC Brother Pele's in the back, sweet Zina's in the front Cruisin' down the freeway in the hot, hot sun Suddenly red-blue lights flash us from behind Loud voice booming, "Please step out onto the line" Pele preaches words of comfort, Zina just hides her eyes Policeman taps his shades, "Is that a Chevy '69?" How bizarre How bizarre, how bizarre Destination unknown, as we pull in for some gas A freshly pasted poster reveals a smile from the past Elephants and acrobats, lions, snakes, monkey Pele speaks "righteous, " Sister Zina says "funky" How bizarre How bizarre, how bizarre Ooh, baby (ooh, baby) It's making me crazy (It's making me crazy) Everytime I look around (look around) Everytime I look around (everytime I look around) Everytime I look around It's in my face Ring master steps out and says "the elephants left town" People jump and jive, but the clowns have stuck around TV news and camera, there's choppers in the sky Marines, police, reporters ask where, for and why Pele yells: "We're outta here", Zina says: "Right on" Making moves and starting grooves before they knew we were gone Jumped into the Chevy and headed for big lights Wanna know the rest? Hey, buy the rights How bizarre How bizarre, how bizarre Ooh, baby (ooh, baby) It's making me crazy (It's making me crazy) Everytime I look around (look around) Everytime I look around (everytime I look around) Everytime I look around It's in my face It's in my face Ooh, baby (ooh, baby) It's making me crazy (It's making me crazy) Everytime I look around (look around) Everytime I look around (everytime I look around) Everytime I look around It's in my face Ooh, baby (ooh, baby) It's making me crazy (It's making me crazy) Everytime I look around (look around) Everytime I look around (look around) Everytime I look around It's in my face Songwriters: Pauly Fuemana / Alan Jansson
This was a fun band and song during the '90s. It does have a Biggie Smalls rap cadence delivery to it lol. Their accent is Kiwi/Australian. They are from New Zealand and of Pacific Islander ancestry.
It’s a Kiwi accent, a little different to the Ozzie accent. They don’t like to be lumped together…I know this because I was married to a New Zealander and lived in Melbourne for a bit.
He's Describing Different Bizarre Things That Happened..Like A Cop Pulls Them Over & Then Just Wants To Ask,, "Is That A Chevy '69"? (Which It Is)..Realizing That The Officer Only Pulled Him Over To Admire His Classic Car.
Such a great blend of unusual instruments together. Never get tired of hearing it. Forget about his voice, take in the totality of it all 💖 His voice better than any rapper.
I love seeing reactions to one-hit wonders haha. This song was weird even when it came out, but that doesn't stop it from getting stuck in your head. I still randomly think of it even to this day. Especially when I see something bizarre.
It’s just a fun driving song, kinda like “Love Shack.” When I was running my bakery this would come on and we all broke into song! It’s hard to listen to this and not smile. I think that this was used in a car commercial a couple years ago.
I think the chorus was used recently in a commercial. Also, it was all over Tik Tok in 2021. It was big enough that it merited mention on the songs Wikipedia page.
My mother used to think it was "how was I?" Lol Wasn't until about 5 years ago I played the song over the speakers in our house. She sings along and starts saying How was I? Didn't know what she was talking about and had to tell her it was How Bizarre lol
@@brianburton1843 I can see how you heard that. I listened to the song with "How was I" on my mind and if you think that's what is being said it sure sounds like it.
An internet search says that this song from the 3 minute mark uses a sample from *Tag Team* - _Whoomp! There It Is (instrumental)_ from their 44 second mark. Namely the drum/bass track.
Haven't watched this video yet, but just want to say i loove this song, I was a teenager mid nineties in the UK and this was played on MTV alot and on the request show around afternoon/the time
When this song first came out I hated it and they played it continuously Non-Stop on the radio. But hearing it tonight I kind of liked it it was uplifting
Man, i remember this would get the whole vibe going way back when in Nightowls club in Ranelagh, they used to show it on laser disc...was supposed to be the next big thing lol (a bit like the band). Cant believe its 26 years old.....thats mean im ancient lol
OMC stands for Otara Millionares Club. Otara is a low demographic suburb in South Auckland, New Zealand with a high polynesian and Maori population. The vocalist Pauly Fuemana did become a millionare because of this song, but tragically passed away way too young. His Accent...its Kiwi, that is from New Zealand where Im from. Love you guys Brad and Lex
His brother also passed away too
My Aunt lived in Otara
This was one of my fave 90s jams..thanks for the insight on the group.
Everything ended acrimoniously too - Pauly just didn't know how to handle fame and fortune, and there was a lot of bad blood between his family and those who had tried to help him during his career. There's a first-hand account of it, Simon Grigg's book "How Bizarre", but it makes for very sad reading. (PS - greetings from down south in Dunedin!)
Loved this tune back in the 90’s! Thanks for sharing some background! I had no idea!
I've loved this song since it first dropped back in the day. It's just such a unique vibe.
This song is such a guilty pleasure for a rock guy...it is so good and the story behind it crazy...those background singers send my ears into orgasms..so sultry and sexy
I hated this song when it was on the radio. But then after 20 years something flipped in my mind and I started to embrace it as I recalled the great memories that I had while it was playing. Ah nostalgia does things to you.
@@billkeithchannelI used to sing this along really loud as a kid 😂😂😂
A couple of brothers who died at 41 and 40. Luckily for us, one of them created this unique song before he left us
RIP Pauly Fuemana. NZ's greatest one hit wonder! Pauly died (about three streets away from me actually) of complications of a very rare medical condition similar to multiple sclerosis at the age of 40.
He looks about 40 in this clip! He's a pup here.
RIP PAULY! 🫂
I don't think he was a one hit wonder. That album has insanely good songs. He was a real real talent. It's so sad to think about what could he chcieved if he doesn't passed away such a young age. I miss him every day.
@@xyrius I meant he was a 1 hit wonder internationally. Not in NZ. It was a tragedy for sure.
@@kilgh Totlly agree!
It's cute how Lex was reacting when she was listening to the song, love it.
If I had a dime for every time this song was played on the radio back in the 90's I would be a VERY wealthy man.
You'd also have gotten more than the band did lol
Summer, 1997...good times!
For years this song had randomly popped in my head and I'll sing it for hours. Normally when anyone says Bizarre.
same here (when i hear 'Bizarre' - i come back HOW Bizarre?)!
He’s indigenous Māori from New Zealand. Yes he has an accent.
No, he's a Samoan New Zealander
This is the sound of driving around during the summer in Tempe, Arizona in the late '90s.
The mix of south Pacific vibes and hip-hop is an example of the style known as Urban Pasifika, although this isn't really a good indication of how it normally sounds. It's popular among the Pacific Island population of New Zealand, where Pauly was from, with top artists such as Che Fu, King Kapisi, Scribe, and Nesian Mystik. "How Bizarre", with its slightly novelty feel and spoken vocals, became a huge hit both here in NZ and overseas. That "unknowun" pronunciation is a give-away that he's a New Zealander - it's quite common down here to pronounce words like "growun", "showun" etc.
The guitar and horns are straight outta Tiajauna. Comprende amigo? LOL!
@@billkeithchannel They're also very Pacific Island - mariachi is popular in several parts of the Pacific.
this song was huge when I was travelling in New Zealand in 1996! It’s def a vibe.😂
While I am a Kiwi, I was in the UK when this song came out, and it was everywhere over there as well. Couldn't turn a radio on without hearing it.
😂😂❤
This song will be in your head now, forever
One of THE catchiest tunes ever made. The whole album that this in on is great.
Love this from OMC! I lived in western Pacific islands when this came out. These guys are Kiwi (New Zealanders), so that's their accent. Everybody in the islands rocked to this.
I hear You Brad I hear a little "Biggie Smalls" in his delivery good ear guy👍
This is song more of a vibe than being about something. It's a summertime chill song when you're cruising around or at the beach. Just interacting randomly with the circus that is life.
Interesting side note: This is a New Zealand band singing a Spanish inflected tune with rap-influenced vocals. In 1996. So a mashup. Which might account for the strange-sounding vocals. In the early days of of rap, it was a hoot to hear foreign singers try to mimic a "rap accent." This guy is trying to do that while also fronting as a Latin lover type too.
A quintessential one hit wonder. First single from their only album, written, sung, and produced by the lead singer. But a global hit nonetheless.
Not sure about the "Spanish" bit, as such, more of a calypso-mexican vibe for me, and same for the 'rap' - "Ten Guitars" being almost a cultural staple here.
It's not a "mimic", it's how some of the maori and Pacifica sing, depending on what part of the country your in.
"Latin Lover"? Nope, a lot of folks would dress like that back in the day, especially if going into town for the evening - again, depends what part of the country you were in.
Yup, global 'one hit wonder', he did have some other songs but nothing like as successful, even locally.
it's a NZ Maori accent, bra.
A shout out to another kiwi band. Stellar*
Thanks random Facebook reel, for this song. 1:15- My favorite part "Pele speaks righteous. Sister Zina says funky. How Bizarre!!"
How Bizarre / OMC
Brother Pele's in the back, sweet Zina's in the front
Cruisin' down the freeway in the hot, hot sun
Suddenly red-blue lights flash us from behind
Loud voice booming, "Please step out onto the line"
Pele preaches words of comfort, Zina just hides her eyes
Policeman taps his shades, "Is that a Chevy '69?"
How bizarre
How bizarre, how bizarre
Destination unknown, as we pull in for some gas
A freshly pasted poster reveals a smile from the past
Elephants and acrobats, lions, snakes, monkey
Pele speaks "righteous, " Sister Zina says "funky"
How bizarre
How bizarre, how bizarre
Ooh, baby (ooh, baby)
It's making me crazy (It's making me crazy)
Everytime I look around (look around)
Everytime I look around (everytime I look around)
Everytime I look around
It's in my face
Ring master steps out and says "the elephants left town"
People jump and jive, but the clowns have stuck around
TV news and camera, there's choppers in the sky
Marines, police, reporters ask where, for and why
Pele yells: "We're outta here", Zina says: "Right on"
Making moves and starting grooves before they knew we were gone
Jumped into the Chevy and headed for big lights
Wanna know the rest? Hey, buy the rights
How bizarre
How bizarre, how bizarre
Ooh, baby (ooh, baby)
It's making me crazy (It's making me crazy)
Everytime I look around (look around)
Everytime I look around (everytime I look around)
Everytime I look around
It's in my face
It's in my face
Ooh, baby (ooh, baby)
It's making me crazy (It's making me crazy)
Everytime I look around (look around)
Everytime I look around (everytime I look around)
Everytime I look around
It's in my face
Ooh, baby (ooh, baby)
It's making me crazy (It's making me crazy)
Everytime I look around (look around)
Everytime I look around (look around)
Everytime I look around
It's in my face
Songwriters: Pauly Fuemana / Alan Jansson
Ah! 90s what a time it was.I used to sing this at the top of my voice 😂😂😂 especially the “ooh baby” part.
"Every time I turn around it's in my face" ooh baby😀
Dang, forgot about this one, lol. How bizarre!
Road-tripping to Rock Fest ‘97 at Texas Motor Speedway. Aaaah this takes me back…
I've always loved this song. So fun.
It reminds me of Sugar Ray.
Yo! When its over and Someday are some of my fav throwbacks!
Love this tune!! Just a ton of fun song!!
RIP Pauly. Lost so very young. Love this song :)
This was a fun band and song during the '90s. It does have a Biggie Smalls rap cadence delivery to it lol.
Their accent is Kiwi/Australian. They are from New Zealand and of Pacific Islander ancestry.
It’s a Kiwi accent, a little different to the Ozzie accent. They don’t like to be lumped together…I know this because I was married to a New Zealander and lived in Melbourne for a bit.
He's Describing Different Bizarre Things That Happened..Like A Cop Pulls Them Over & Then Just Wants To Ask,, "Is That A Chevy '69"? (Which It Is)..Realizing That The Officer Only Pulled Him Over To Admire His Classic Car.
Cause of polices pulling over of Polynesian and Maori people(bit like blacks in UK or USA)
@@petesmart1983 Agreed & That As Well.
dope old school
This song was all over the radio in the 90s.
OMFG i loved this song back in the day. Could you please check out Fastball - The Way?
Pauly Fuemana is lead vocal. He's from New Zealand. Song is definitely a little Bizarre but I, being Hispanic, love the music with its Spanish flare.
Such a great blend of unusual instruments together. Never get tired of hearing it. Forget about his voice, take in the totality of it all 💖
His voice better than any rapper.
The San Francisco Bay Area Misses you Brother Pauly.....
I agree with the Biggie-comparison. Very similar.
Big worldwide hit number one in 5 countries.
I love seeing reactions to one-hit wonders haha. This song was weird even when it came out, but that doesn't stop it from getting stuck in your head. I still randomly think of it even to this day. Especially when I see something bizarre.
These guys must have been Cake's favorite band.
You should check out “April Sun in Cuba” by Dragon. They are another great band out of New Zealand
And their best song out of a long list of hits.
Great tune
I LOVE THAT SONG. It may be that it came out when i was very young and it was catchy, but i always loved it. Sad he died so young.
Such and interesting and unique song. I've always liked this one.
It’s just a fun driving song, kinda like “Love Shack.” When I was running my bakery this would come on and we all broke into song! It’s hard to listen to this and not smile. I think that this was used in a car commercial a couple years ago.
Wife here..Memories!!!
If you want to know more, buy the rights, like he said in the song. LOL. Never had a clue what this song was about but it gets stuck in your head.
I think the chorus was used recently in a commercial. Also, it was all over Tik Tok in 2021. It was big enough that it merited mention on the songs Wikipedia page.
I believe he played all the instruments and did the mix as well.
Perfect summer song.
My mother used to think it was "how was I?" Lol
Wasn't until about 5 years ago I played the song over the speakers in our house. She sings along and starts saying How was I? Didn't know what she was talking about and had to tell her it was How Bizarre lol
When I first heard the song a few times without knowing the title. I thought he said. "How am I How am I " .
@@brianburton1843 I can see how you heard that. I listened to the song with "How was I" on my mind and if you think that's what is being said it sure sounds like it.
🤣🤣
such a catchy odd ball 90s song! ♥
An internet search says that this song from the 3 minute mark uses a sample from *Tag Team* - _Whoomp! There It Is (instrumental)_ from their 44 second mark. Namely the drum/bass track.
A totally bizarre song choice!! :)
This is a BIG New Zealand flashback memory for many of us from the mid 90s
Lol it's not that bizarre, it was a hit in the US.
Never heard a song like this before or after. Classic '90s jam. Great mix of hip hop, pop and all types of genres.
Haven't watched this video yet, but just want to say i loove this song, I was a teenager mid nineties in the UK and this was played on MTV alot and on the request show around afternoon/the time
I used to think the band Cake did this song lol. Definitely sound alike.
I bungee jumped to this song 😂😂😂 worst thing I ever done but the song takes me back 🎉🎉🎉
This is a great album. Another cool Kiwi band. Love from across the ditch.
There is something that always me make smile when I listen to this song. Great song.
Kia ora from New Zealand, shot for this kiwi classic 😁👍
This was big, in San Antonio, TX, probably, due to the many Trumpet playing Mariachi, and Cruising Latin Lover vibe.
In one of my playlist ❤
I am 67 years old, and I Loved this from the first time I heard it,,and Still do! yea I am a bit diff.
this played endlessly along with sublime, third eye blind, and smash mouth. good time
Memories of high school and young adulthood.
I can remember sitting on the couch listening to this when MTV was still about music
Love This album this song is fantastic
This song was everywhere
Love the reaction's there's a lot of Kiwi music you should listen to try theses guys
silly love by songs Ardijah
If the hook sounds familiar, it might be because the song was all over Tik Tok a year or two ago.
I love that song. A one-hit classic.
Such a great vibe with this one
You probably have heard this song before. It's one of those tunes that's on in the background in random places.
Reminds me of car rides to and from middle school. Simpler times.
Maori have a very distict accent which comes through when singing. Might be hard for non south pacific people to understand.
U gotta LUV 🎸🎸🎸🎶
This song will be playing while the world us crumbling....A MASTERPIECE SONG
Yall should check out "Once were Warriors" opened my eyes in the early 90's.
If you get a chance charcoal out Right On by OMC. another funky cool jam from the 90’s
that song reminded me of "Someday" - Sugar Ray
This song gets stuck in my head all day 5hanks 😮
When this song first came out I hated it and they played it continuously Non-Stop on the radio. But hearing it tonight I kind of liked it it was uplifting
Alice Ivy does a cool live cover of this song for Like A Version here on RUclips...
Catchy one-hit wonder!
They had a quite a few hits in NZ were there from just not in usa
They had few other hits overseas like "On The Run", "Right On", and "Land of Plenty. Check out those videos.
Our band in the 90s played this after it came out Always went over and fun little tune
It may be random but what is the matter...love the beat love to sing along...riding in a car in the summer wind in your face and hair...
Nice car...
Man, i remember this would get the whole vibe going way back when in Nightowls club in Ranelagh, they used to show it on laser disc...was supposed to be the next big thing lol (a bit like the band). Cant believe its 26 years old.....thats mean im ancient lol
Haha Brad taking the piss of the kiwi accent without even realizing it. Brad your impression was actually spot on bud! 😂
Absolutely classic Kiwi summer jam.
How bizarre.
Excellent song!!
Totally a staple in high school and early college (l999 - 2001) 😂 Great reaction 💖🦋
This takes me back to 6th grade 😁
They’re from New Zealand
A period piece I like
You should check out brimful of asha by cornershop (Norman "fatboy slim" Cook Remix)
Ahh yes. "Everybody needs a bosom." Great remix.
Cruising down the freeway in the hot hot sun ..
This Track Comes With A Surprise Ending,,
Oran "Juice" Jones "The Rain" (Official Music Video ONLY!!))
YOU MUST REMEMBER MOST SONGS MEAN NOTHING OR JUST FOR FUN AND SOME JUST LOVE SONGS, OR WORDS ARE POETIC LICENSE TO MAKE WORDS FIT THE MUSIC
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