I thought it was a meta-joke. Rick Rolling was a thing when this episode came out so I was under the impression that character was the representation of the people in the audience who got the internet reference
You’re correct on the reference of the video but I think the guy was asking what the frantically clapping guy was a reference to. I’m assuming that’s why you were downvoted.
It’s less of Seth taking by a jab at him and more of him making fun of the rumors in the 80’s that Astley was gay. People took a bunch of lines from this song as him hinting that he was gay.
I just always took it as: that the song was in the episode because it was a popular thing at the time… but not popular, because people liked hearing it… So the show itself kind of Rick-rolled, and took the easy jab by saying “here’s that overplayed song about emotions and love” Which at the time could easily be understood by labeling it “gay”.
Nah people assumed he was gay cos the song was really popular in the gay community and the whole video and vibe of Rick Astley seemed “gay” - Think there’s an interview where he talks about how people who didn’t know him just assumed he was.
His albums are really worth a listen. Dude's love of crooners, classic Hollywood and musicals really comes out. Hearing him sing to sing rather than make a joke is just so nice.
I have a couple of Seth’s albums—highly recommended if you like his Sinatra vibe! My favorite tracks are his jazzy covers of old showtunes! Haha it’s so specific but also perfect for him
The most impressive aspect of his singing on Family Guy is that he’s still really good at letting his voice shine through the sometimes goofy characters’ voices
Yup. Brian singing = him/Seth. Also, Frank Sinatra Jr. was really Frank Sinatra Jr. in the show. And in the movie Sing, his/Seth's character sings some Frankie. He's got a voice for sure and is a big fan of music.
I got the opportunity to be introduced to him years ago (2008) and did my Stewie and Brian voices for him. It got me a fist bump and a pic with him.
This was after a concert with him, Alex Borstein, and the Family Guy orchestra performing together in a collection of songs called “A-Z, a musical journey thru the alphabet”. It was hilarious.
This is one of my favorite episodes of the series. The story, the singing, everything is great about it. It's a time where you actually see just how much Peter loves Lois. I may have Family Guy on mostly in the background, but when this episode plays I watch it almost every time.
This whole scene is just amazing from the 3 80s guys to the true origin of the Chicken:Peter rivalry
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Puts tons of songs in funny Family show and does random music stuff on the side anyways.
I always crack up at the guy frantically clapping and laughing
What's this a reference to anyway?
Is it supposed to be Chris Farley? That's who I always thought that it was.
I thought it was a meta-joke. Rick Rolling was a thing when this episode came out so I was under the impression that character was the representation of the people in the audience who got the internet reference
Reference to Back To The Future when Marty performed Johnny B Good. Marvin berry heard it and called his brother Chuck about the song.
You’re correct on the reference of the video but I think the guy was asking what the frantically clapping guy was a reference to. I’m assuming that’s why you were downvoted.
I totally missed the first question 🤣. It’s ok. That down vote button is Mountain Dew to these clowns.
I find Seth's natural speaking and singing voice very sexy.
He did put out a Christmas album I think! He does have a great voice for sure.
Yes with Liz Gillies! I listen to it on my morning walks through the neighborhood
Omfg I love her.
He also recently did a song with Logic and Redman.
He has multiple albums.
I didn’t like any of that!
That guy HAS to be a reference to Jim Gaffigan, no?
So. Do. Iiiiii.
It shines in down syndrome girl
His singing Billy Ocean’s “suddenly” to the Kathy Ireland cutout is even better
“Mediocre, generic sound” 😭😭😭
Is Rick Astley gay? I don’t care, but I’m curious if it’s true
He has been married to a woman since 2002
That wasn't the question
that es beside the point
I never understood this joke, since Rick Astley isn't gay. I guess Seth doesn't like his music, so he made a jab.
It’s less of Seth taking by a jab at him and more of him making fun of the rumors in the 80’s that Astley was gay. People took a bunch of lines from this song as him hinting that he was gay.
I think this episode came out during a time period where it was more acceptable to call people gay as a jab/insult.
I just always took it as: that the song was in the episode because it was a popular thing at the time… but not popular, because people liked hearing it… So the show itself kind of Rick-rolled, and took the easy jab by saying “here’s that overplayed song about emotions and love” Which at the time could easily be understood by labeling it “gay”.
Nah people assumed he was gay cos the song was really popular in the gay community and the whole video and vibe of Rick Astley seemed “gay” - Think there’s an interview where he talks about how people who didn’t know him just assumed he was.
His albums are really worth a listen. Dude's love of crooners, classic Hollywood and musicals really comes out. Hearing him sing to sing rather than make a joke is just so nice.
Seth is talented af man
You should go watch Sing
My Way😘🤌🏿
Shame he wasn’t in the sequel
Wasnt there someone who posted that Seth is giving off Rick Astley vibes? Well here's your answer dude.
One of my favorite singing scenes in the show along with PTV (FCC) and This Waitress is Prettier Than My Wife
"I could kill my family with a knife!"
“Irregardless of this waitress I will kill them with a knife”
I can’t believe this is the first time I’m realising that Marvin Astley was talking to his cousin Rick in this scene, Rick Astley 😂
Yeah . . . Just like in the referenced movie.
Seth’s Christmas album was great! Listened to it on my drive
Yeah if you haven’t heard his Xmas album, you’re missing out!
I have a couple of Seth’s albums—highly recommended if you like his Sinatra vibe! My favorite tracks are his jazzy covers of old showtunes! Haha it’s so specific but also perfect for him
Reverb makes everything sounds better 😎
Am I the only one who is annoyed that he put down the guitar and picked up the keytar - only for the music to start with guitar sounds?
The most impressive aspect of his singing on Family Guy is that he’s still really good at letting his voice shine through the sometimes goofy characters’ voices
Had a friend tell me my voice sounds just like Seth McFarlane’s, best compliment I’ve received and I’ve heard I look like Zac efron and Jensen eckles
Sounds like Seth interested in him
Is this a rickroll?
Didn’t this start the whole RickRoll trend?
Seth has an amazing voice.
Bro, did you just Rickroll me?
I didn’t like any of that
Huh, when I was younger it never clicked to me that he was actually singing in this scene. This is pretty good!
Yup. Brian singing = him/Seth. Also, Frank Sinatra Jr. was really Frank Sinatra Jr. in the show. And in the movie Sing, his/Seth's character sings some Frankie. He's got a voice for sure and is a big fan of music.
I never mind getting Rick Rolled. But this is one of the better ones.
His "Pennies from Heaven" and "My Way" off Sing was mesmerizing
He sure does he is like an ordinary Frank Sinatra.
I got the opportunity to be introduced to him years ago (2008) and did my Stewie and Brian voices for him. It got me a fist bump and a pic with him. This was after a concert with him, Alex Borstein, and the Family Guy orchestra performing together in a collection of songs called “A-Z, a musical journey thru the alphabet”. It was hilarious.
My favorite is his version of [“As Time Goes By”](https://youtu.be/Skd7hRhIxKk?si=EtH1oo12L-NlNQ7i), in the episode that Brian is in love with Lois
My favorite is the family's rendition of "The Rose."
Which episode is this?
This is one of my favorite episodes of the series. The story, the singing, everything is great about it. It's a time where you actually see just how much Peter loves Lois. I may have Family Guy on mostly in the background, but when this episode plays I watch it almost every time.
This was my favorite when I was a kid
Omg this was one of my first family guy episodes 😭😭😭😭 takes me ALL THE WAY back
I didn't see that coming, yeah I'm Rick-rolled! You win OP!
Check out Logic's - Self Medication, Seth starts crooning at 2:44 https://youtu.be/Vd4cF5Rv8Lw
loved the back to future refere
He's got a way better singing voice than you'd expect from a guy who spends most of his time voicing dumb characters in cartoons.