Nintendo Music Meets Hip Hop: Asianae's Bold Move (and Bars)

In the ever-evolving universe of music, iconic beats often find themselves reincarnated in the unlikeliest places. This time, the spotlight shines on a nostalgic Nintendo tune making waves in the hip hop scene.

Late last week, American rapper, Asianae, dropped a Nintendo-themed track, "Motion" that lends a lot of inspiration from the gaming company.

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Asianae's "Motion" Official Music Video (Clean)

Here's the kicker—it's not just a cheeky coin sound tossed in the mix. Nope, this track dives straight into the deep end, sampling the unmistakable Super Mario Bros. theme by maestro Koji Kondo. For the skeptics, a quick listen to the 'Clean' version, still floating around YouTube, confirms Asianae's daring choice.

A Mario-Inspired Visual Feast

But Asianae doesn't stop at the music. With a dash of avant-garde flair, she rocks a signature Mario cap in the track's video, showcasing her skills on the arcade classic, Mario Kart GP. And let's just say, it's a far cry from your regular Nintendo tie-in—with a sassier, edgier vibe (and a fair share of tiny-pants booty-jiggle).

Word to the wise: if edgy is your jam, there's an 'Explicit' version lurking online. Just be prepared for some raw, unfiltered lyrics—it's not your grandma's Mario track. Craving a listen? It's still on Spotify's roster.

Countdown to a Nintendo Showdown?

Contrary to popular belief, Nintendo doesn't always play it cool when artists dabble with its goldmine of classic tunes. One burning question remains: How long before Nintendo plays its legal card?

With a history of fiercely guarding its IP, will this bold track face a Mushroom Kingdom-sized cease-and-desist? Time will tell. But for now, this Nintendo hip-hop track makes for one electric combo...I may have listened to this a few dozen times already...

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