We’re incredibly thankful for the astounding number of talented bands and artists that have teamed up with us to pay tribute to the music of this iconic system, and I personally couldn’t be happier with the result. Some of the most beloved themes in all of video game history were born on this console from the minds of great composers like Koji Kondo, Grant Kirkhope, Robin Beanland, Kazumi Totaka, Graeme Norgate, and so many others. One of the driving forces behind the timelessness of these games is the music. Obviously video games continue to reach new heights today, but at the time, that jump to 3D was so impressive it made a major impact on an entire generation of gamers. I’d been a gamer all my childhood, but during that inaugural adventure through the vibrant and expansive world of Super Mario 64 on Christmas morning of 1996, I felt like we had reached the apex of human achievement. For us, and I’m sure for many of the contributors involved, playing the Nintendo 64 for the first time was an unbelievable experience. “As soon as CeCe and I realized that the Nintendo 64 was turning 20 this year, we knew exactly what the subject of our next compilation album was going to be. You can’t turn back just embrace the urge Time to face the punishments they’ve earned Step aside unless you’re asking for a fightīefore you know it your life is on the line Grapes, Melons, Oranges, and Coconut Shells! Aw yeah! He’ll make you smile when he plays his tuneīut Kremlings beware ‘cause he’s after you! HUH! With his pistols out, he’s one tough Kong! He can fly real high with his jet-pack on This crazy Kong just digs this tune! HUH! With a skip and a hop, she’s one cool Kong! HUH! If you choose her, you’ll not choose wrong She can float through the air and climb up trees She’s quick and nimble when she needs to be This Kong’s got style, so listen up dudes
He’s the leader of the bunch, you know him well Put your hands together if you want to clapĪs we take you through this monkey rap! HUH! If you know the words, you can join in too! So they’re finally here performing for you