(1.) James Paul Marsden (born September 18, 1973 in Stillwater, Oklahoma, U… Read Full Bio ↴(1.) James Paul Marsden (born September 18, 1973 in Stillwater, Oklahoma, U.S.) is an American actor, singer and former Versace model. He is best known for playing the superhero Cyclops in the three X-Men films and for his roles in other commercially successful films such as Hop, Superman Returns, Hairspray, Enchanted, The Box, and 27 Dresses.

Marsden got his first job in 1993 on a series of episodes of The Nanny as Eddie, Margaret Sheffield's boyfriend.

In 2007, Marsden played Corny Collins in the film adaptation of the Broadway musical based on the 1988 John Waters movie Hairspray alongside Michelle Pfeiffer, Zac Efron, Nikki Blonsky, Amanda Bynes, Queen Latifah and John Travolta. There he also made his musical debut by singing two of the film's songs, "The Nicest Kids In Town" and "(It's) Hairspray." Both "Hairspray" and the film's soundtrack were critically acclaimed. The soundtrack has sold over 1,200,000 copies to date in the United States, and has been certified Platinum by the RIAA. His next role was in the Disney hybrid animated/live action film Enchanted, playing Prince Edward with co-stars Amy Adams, Susan Sarandon, Idina Menzel, Timothy Spall and Patrick Dempsey. He sang one song as a duet with Amy Adams at the beginning of the film and a duet with Idina Menzel that was cut from the film. '

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The Nicest Kids In Town
James Marsden Lyrics

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Hey there, teenage Baltimore!
Don't change that channel!
'Cause it's time for the Corny Collins Show!
Brought to you by
Ultra Clutch Hairspray! (Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)

Oh, rvery afternoon
When the clock strikes four

(Bop-bee-ba, ba-ba-ba-ba, bee-ba)

A crazy bunch of kids
Crash through that door, yeah
(Bop-bee-ba, ba-ba-ba-ba, bee-ba)

Go and throw off their coats
And leave the squares behind
And then they shake it, shake it, shake it
Like they're losing their mind
You'll never see them frown
'Cause they're the nicest kids in town
(Ooh, ooh, ooh ooh)

Oh, every afternoon
You turn your TV On, huh
(Na, na, na, na, na, na-na-na-na)

Yeah, we know you turn the sound up
When your parents are gone, yeah
(Na, na, na, na, na, na-na-na-na)

Then you twist and shout
For your favorite star
And when you've practiced every step
That's in your repertoire
You better come on down
And meet the nicest kids in town, woo

Nice white kids
Who like to lead the way
And once a month
We have our "Negro day!"
And I'm the man who keeps it spinnin' 'round
Mr. Corny Collins
With the latest, greatest Baltimore sound!(Woo)

So every afternoon
Drop everything, woo
(Bop-bee-ba, ba-ba-ba-ba, bee-ba)

Who needs to read and write
When you can dance and sing? Yeah
(Bop-bee-ba, ba-ba-ba-ba, bee-ba)

Forget about your algebra
And calculus
You can always do your homework
On the morning bus
Can't tell a verb from a noun
They're the nicest kids in town
(Ooh)

Roll call!

I'm Amber, Brad, Tammy, Fender, Brenda
Sketch, Shelley, IQ, Lou Ann, Joey
Mickey, Vicki, Becky, Nick, Jesse
Carla, Polly, Maureen, Doreen
And I'm Link

So, if every night you're shaking
As you lie in bed
(Pony pony, ooh, pony pony) shake it baby

And the bass and drums
Are pounding in your head
(Pony pony, ooh, pony pony)
Who cares about sleep
When you can snooze in school?

You'll never get to college
But you're sure look cool
Don't need a cap and a gown
When you're the nicest kids in town

Yeah, they're the nicest, nicest
They're the nicest, nicest
They're the sugar 'n spicest

Nicest kids in
Kids in town, woo!

Overall Meaning

James Marsden's song The Nicest Kid's In Town is a nostalgic tribute to the 1962 musical film Hairspray that tells the story of a charming but feisty teenager named Tracy Turnblad as she pursues her dream of stardom in the popular dance show "The Corny Collins Show". The lyrics vividly describe the madness and excitement that surrounds the show as teenagers from Baltimore gather around their TV sets every afternoon to watch their favorite stars dance, twist and shout to the latest, greatest Baltimore sound. As the song progresses, we learn that the show's popularity is not only due to the music but also due to its popularity as a platform for promoting social justice. The show's host, Mr. Corny Collins, proudly introduces the show's monthly "Negro Day" while the lyrics imply that the "nice white kids" in the show do not shy away from supporting their black counterparts. The song ends on a high note with the kids of all colors and creeds being hailed as the nicest kids in town.

Line by Line Meaning

Hey there, teenage Baltimore!
Greetings, young people of Baltimore!

Don't change that channel!
Do not switch to other TV channels!

'Cause it's time for the Corny Collins Show!
Because it's the schedule for Corny Collins Show!

Brought to you by Ultra Clutch Hairspray! (Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
Sponsored by Ultra Clutch Hairspray! (Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)

Oh, every afternoon When the clock strikes four (Bop-bee-ba, ba-ba-ba-ba, bee-ba)
Each afternoon when the clock reaches 4 (Bop-bee-ba, ba-ba-ba-ba, bee-ba)

A crazy bunch of kids Crash through that door, yeah (Bop-bee-ba, ba-ba-ba-ba, bee-ba)
A group of enthusiastic teens energetically enters the room (Bop-bee-ba, ba-ba-ba-ba, bee-ba)

Go and throw off their coats And leave the squares behind And then they shake it, shake it, shake it Like they're losing their mind
They take off their coats, let loose and dance without inhibition

You'll never see them frown 'Cause they're the nicest kids in town (Ooh, ooh, ooh ooh)
These young people always have a friendly smile because they are kind and amicable

Oh, every afternoon You turn your TV On, huh (Na, na, na, na, na, na-na-na-na)
Each afternoon you switch on your TV (Na, na, na, na, na, na-na-na-na)

Yeah, we know you turn the sound up When your parents are gone, yeah (Na, na, na, na, na, na-na-na-na)
We are aware that you pump up the volume when your parents leave the house (Na, na, na, na, na, na-na-na-na)

Then you twist and shout For your favorite star And when you've practiced every step That's in your repertoire
You dance and belt out your favorite actor or actress from the show, once you know all the moves

You better come on down And meet the nicest kids in town, woo
You should come and get to know these friendly young people

Nice white kids Who like to lead the way And once a month We have our 'Negro day!'
These young teens are usually Caucasian, but they have a monthly event where African-Americans are in the spotlight

And I'm the man who keeps it spinnin' 'round Mr. Corny Collins With the latest, greatest Baltimore sound!(Woo)
Corny Collins is the host who spins the tunes of the day's greatest hits in Baltimore

Who needs to read and write When you can dance and sing? Yeah (Bop-bee-ba, ba-ba-ba-ba, bee-ba)
Why waste time reading and writing when you can have fun dancing and singing?

Forget about your algebra And calculus You can always do your homework On the morning bus
Don't worry about math homework, you can always do it on the bus to school in the morning

Can't tell a verb from a noun They're the nicest kids in town (Ooh)
They may not be the best students but they are still the friendliest teens in town

Roll call!
Let's do a quick roll call

I'm Amber, Brad, Tammy, Fender, Brenda Sketch, Shelley, IQ, Lu Ann, Joey Mickey, Vicki, Becky, Nick, Jesse Carla, Polly, Maureen, Doreen And I'm Link
Each member of the show introduces themselves

So, if every night you're shaking As you lie in bed (Pony pony, ooh, pony pony) shake it baby
If you feel like dancing in bed (Pony pony, ooh, pony pony) go ahead and do it

And the bass and drums Are pounding in your head (Pony pony, ooh, pony pony) Who cares about sleep
If you can't sleep because the music is stuck in your head (Pony pony, ooh, pony pony), don't worry about catching some rest

When you can snooze in school? You'll never get to college But you're sure look cool
Why study hard when you can nap in class? You may not make it to college, but at least you'll look cool

Don't need a cap and a gown When you're the nicest kids in town
You do not need an academic degree to be part of this friendly group

Yeah, they're the nicest, nicest They're the nicest, nicest They're the sugar 'n spiciest Nicest kids in Kids in town, woo!
They are not just nice, they are also fun and engaging! These are the best kids in town!

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Marc Shaiman, Scott Michael Wittman

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Osiris White Munro

5y↑52

Lyrics 🤣
Hey there, teenage Baltimore!
Don't change that channel!
'Cause it's time for the Corny Collins Show!
Brought to you by
Ultra Clutch Hairspray!

Oh
Every afternoon
When the clock strikes four
(Bop-bee-ba, ba-ba-ba-ba, bee-ba)

A crazy bunch of kids
Crash through that door yeah
(Bop-bee-ba, ba-ba-ba-ba, bee-ba)

They throw off their coats
And leave the squares behind
And then they shake it, shake it, shake it
Like they're losing their mind
You'll never see them frown
'Cause they're the nicest kids in town

Every afternoon
You turn your T.V. on
(Na, na, na, na, na, na-na-na-na)

And we know you turn the sound up
When your parents are gone yeah
(Na, na, na, na, na, na-na-na-na)

And then you twist and shout
For your favorite star
And once you've practiced every step
That's in your repertoire
You better come on down
And meet the nicest kids in town

Nice white kids
Who like to lead the way
And once a month
We have our "Negro day!"
And I'm the man who keeps it spinnin' round
Mr. Corny Collins
With the latest, greatest Baltimore sound!

So every afternoon
Drop everything
(Bop-bee-ba, ba-ba-ba-ba, bee-ba)

Who needs to read and write
When you can dance and sing?
(bop-bee-ba, ba-ba-ba-ba, bee-ba)

Forget about your algebra
And calculus
You can always do your homework
On the morning bus
Can't tell a verb from a noun
They're the nicest kids in town

Roll call!

I'm Amber!
Brad!
Tammy!
Fender!
Brenda!
Sketch!
Shelley!
I.Q.!
Lou Ann!
Joey!
Mickey!
Becky!
Jesse!
Carla!
Polly!
Maureen!
Doreen!
And I'm...Link!

So, if every night you're shaking
As you lie in bed
(Mony-mony, ooh, mony-mony)

And the bass and drums
Are pounding in your head
(Mony-mony, ooh, mony-mony)
Who cares about sleep
When you can snooze in
School?

They'll never get to college
But they sure look cool
Don't need a cap and a gown
'Cause they're the nicest
Kids in town

They're the nicest, nicest
They're the nicest, nicest
They're the sugar 'n spicest
The nicest kids in...
Kids in town

All comments from YouTube:

Ro Butler

12y↑1.1K

I always laugh when he says "Who cares about sleep when you can snooze in school? You'll never get to college but you'll still look cool!" What a perfect message to send to kids :P

Tami

2y↑122

It's funny because TV hosts of that era actually said things like that.

Nicholas Lawrence

1y↑13

@Tami Really?! I thought TV censorship was pretty strict in the 1950s

pokemonmanic3595

1y↑40

@Nicholas Lawrence This was the 60s, when counterculture to the conservative foothold on American began to gain traction

Auspicious93

@pokemonmanic3595 wow big words

Charlotte Farrell

1y↑1

I really hope that you're joking.

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jess

3y↑851

James Marsden was perfect for the role. He can really look and act like a 50/60's tv host/celebrity! Great characterization and acting! And singing of course. ❤️

Horror Monster

7y↑7.1K

Ok no tea no shade BUT this will forever be the best representation of Hairspray!!!!

Margaux

7y↑209

O Grimes YES I'm glad someone agrees.
Link will always be Zac Efron

Alice

7y↑152

Zac as Link makes me weak

Tobie Bailey Bailey

7y↑9

Little mix songs

Todd Donna Anonson

7y↑3

so true

NYCButterfly24

7y↑2

O Grime

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I _

4y↑192

I want to personally give whoever choreographed this movie a MASSIVE hug because damn they did well

ricardo

8y↑4.5K

This movie is so well directed.

Shonny’s Lab

4y↑41

ricardo facts 💯

atrapforfools

4y↑227

this movie does not get the credit it deserves for its choreography, set design, and costumes as well.

✨I’m a gay banana🍌

3y↑48

@atrapforfools yes!!! Both of my parents grew up in the 60s, and both of them love this movie, especially because of how accurate the feel of the 60s is captured.

Andria♡

3y↑5

@✨I’m a gay banana🍌 me and my M.T class is doing this for one of our “assignments” and I have to be Amber 🥲

Jer_bear_stare

Adam Shankman is one of the best!

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Jesus Alonso

3y↑245

This scene is cinematic perfection and one of the best examples of how to translate a stage musical into cinema (and I mean PURE CINEMA, the transitions, the choreography, the framing, the build up of some characters and conflict, how subtlely Corny Collins moves to the background in favor of the kids, who are the real stars of the show, and what the audience should be mainly paying attention for... the enthusiasm of the girls at home... it's not only great music and perfectly written lyrics...it's cinema at its purest). I am still in shock this film had zero nominations to the Oscars despite the critical and audience acclaim... jelaousy? It was a deeper film than the two may Oscar contenders (There will be blood and No country for Old Men), and as impeccably directed as them, but just more fun to watch, and making something complex - to handle discrimination, segregation, and the bigotry - look easy, while never falling into patronizing the audience. One of the best movies of the Century so far (and one of the most rewatchables)

LadyoftheLab

52w↑3

I agree strongly, with the exception of your poor take on No Country For Old Men, widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time, and incredibly deep for the portrayal of a villain who seems to appear as an unstoppable portent of death whilst also being innately fair, in the form of Anton Chigurr. Hairspray is pretty rad, though.

Jesus Alonso

52w

@LadyoftheLab poor take? Nope. NCfoM is a masterpiece but it doesn't have the poignancy that Hairspray overall achieves in themes, scope and ambition. NCfoM is introvert and Hairspray is extrovert, let's say. Therefore, Hairspray's ambitions are to reach as much people as they can with their message, while NCfoM is basically reflective and therefore one has to dig into it. Obviously I think Hairspray is the most important film out of both (and actually the best, as it is also an instant genre landmark)

LadyoftheLab

52w

@Jesus Alonso It is worth acknowledging my own biases here - I much prefer NCFOM, which is obviously obvious. I disagree that having to read deeper into the film makes it inherently worse than Hairspray, because they talk about very different issues - Hairspray tells an obvious-in-hindsight point about segregation and bigotry, which, while undeniably important issues to speak about, and done in a landmark fashion, are still sort of common issues to speak of (the idea of speaking about them isn't groundbreaking in and of itself, and no racist is going to watch Hairspray and come out not still being a racist). NCFOM's depth exists because the film isn't just the surface-level narrative. It asks questions, and is food for a great deal of thought. It asks you, the audience member, about the nature of evil - Hairspray does not ask, it tells you the nature of its key evils. Whilst it does achieve the stated goal (reaching as many people as it can with the message it has), it won't be remembered for its message as much as it will be remembered for being a great time to watch.

It's true, however, that cinema does not need to be challenging or revolutionary, and indeed Hairspray is one of the greatest musicals of all time. But to claim, as you did earlier, that it is 'deeper' than NCFOM, is a complete mistake. There is no depth in Hairspray - it tells you exactly what it wants you to hear. There is no "deeper" to go.

José Miguel Varela Tecuatl

33w↑1

If you say this about it, you'll blow your mind when you see Chicago.

Jesus Alonso

33w

@José Miguel Varela Tecuatl 2002's second best film after Bowling for Columbine

Ίρις Γεωργιάδου

7y↑6.4K

Why is James Marsden so hot? He can sing, he can dance and he's gorgeous. Damn, some people def won the genetic lottery.

jess deleon

7y↑58

I so agree

Fandom girl

7y↑49

yes i totally agree. i always thought this

Brian Moore

7y↑224

And yet in every role he's in, he plays a guy who gets screwed over royally. This movie is the only one where he doesn't.

Optica

4y↑15

Μαρια Γεωργιάδου I always thought he was so handsome since I was 10 haha

Lior

4y↑7

i lost miserably

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Thatsmileonyourface

8y↑2.9K

the dance at 3:20 always gets me hype

oauseer

8y↑144

Lmao yes! I wanna get down with them

Au Revoir

8y↑21

yeaaaah

Hill

8y↑298

Especially James Marsden; he's all chill with it. Everybody else is all hype and cheesy

Deanna Ford

8y↑50

that was my favorite 😁

Berin

6y↑16

Is there a name for that move?

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Nick

2y↑58

As musicals go, Hairspray itself is about a solid 7/10 for me. But this film is a soft 10 and the best iteration of Hairspray, period. Musical or not. And this scene is a perfect sample of everything that’s so great about the film as a whole. 1) Perfect casting all around. 2) Beautiful and creative directing. It’s just satisfying to watch. 3) it captures the essence of the time period so well. 4) the choreography that looks so fun. It makes you want to get up and dance which is perfect because that’s exactly what is being done in the context of the story.

Probably one of the best movie musicals, especially musical film adaptations ever.

Ezel Francisco

1y↑3

5) actually made the right changes. If you compare this to the stage show, it’s actually tighter and fixes some of the flaws. They removed some songs. Changed the context of some songs. And my two personal favorites, have Little Inez win the show and have Corny announce that his show is integrated

jamir gordon

44w

@Ezel FranciscoThe only consistency I dislike is I don’t think Inez entered the contest so.. how did she win the show when nobody had a person to vote for?

Ezel Francisco

43w

@jamir gordon Honestly, I just chalked it up to this being a musical. Musicals are just going to be unrealistic.
You’re right, tho

Air tempest

6y↑144

I just love how Shelly sticks it to Amber the whole movie when they're recording. It honestly gets a laugh out of me.

Emily Gilmet

10y↑6.1K

Am I the only one who watched this and has my eyes on James/Corny? Like really look at him. He's very aesthetically pleasing

brokenTV 99

6y↑153

Emily Gilmet when i was younger he was my actual crush

ITS SHARLAM

6y↑4

Oh please its just a movie gosh

katie

5y↑136

He literally looks like a 1950s-1960s tv host

janeswurld

5y↑56

I was little when I watched this movie too and watched it for James and Zac but I did keep my eyes on James cuz he looked better dancing lol

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Pablo Cardona

4y↑137

"They'll never get to college but they sure look cool" gets me every time

CL1225

8y↑13.3K

Lets be honest, James Marsden was way hotter than Zac Efron in this movie.

Mia7189

8y↑540

I was just going to post that😀Screw Zac Efron. I'm crushing on James Marsden.

Guy in Purple

8y↑174

PREACH

ella c acciacca

8y↑117

PREEEEAAAACCHHH

Katies Kastles

8y↑64

Let's be honest isn't it Zac Efron

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tyra bailey

9y↑1.3K

if this was a real show I would watch it

Alex Converse

8y↑8

+tyra bailey I would too It's so awesome!!

Greta

8y↑87

Have you people forgotten the end to the movie?! It gets blacks people on it and obviously they rewrite the song. I think what Tura means shed watch the show because it changed at the end of the movie. Yeesh people it's not nice to call people "bitches".

Michelle

8y↑11

Greta No one's forgotten but that is why they were calling her out of her name. Which is why I said I would only watch if AFTER it had been integrated.

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Antella

3y↑412

James marsden is underrated in every film he’s ever been in.

MusicalTheatreFan2K22

2y↑1

Even as Hitch Trailblazer

RMCG Productions

2y↑1

sanic

Fagioli

2y↑1

The Notebook

Matthew Allen

2y↑1

Hop.

Quacker NUMBER 1# RARIJACK ENTHUSIAST

2y↑2

Sonic

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Bo Bosschert

7y↑7.6K

Anyone else notice how James sings "nice white kids" with a rasp on "white"? It creates just enough dissonance to indicate that something is wrong in that part of the song but not to ruin the mood of the song.

Suzette DuPont

6y↑662

I showed this movie to my mother who was born in 1917 Alabama....she picked up on the "white" right away! She said; "did he say white?"

gavin

5y↑198

Alexis Potvin-Sabourin did you completely miss this comment?

lynne f

5y↑58

The sky is blue.

Sophie E.

5y↑24

@Alexis Potvin-Sabourin r/ woooosh

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Nathan Johnson

8y↑4.8K

"I'm tryna arn here" - Best Travolta line in any movie ever

Stephanie A

6y↑51

Nathan Johnson omg i was looking for this comment! That's one of my favorite parts lmao!

Sabrina BRUVV

5y↑2

Nathan Johnson ikr

itsjemmabond

5y↑27

Baltimore accent!

anonymous person

Macy Baldwin omg yes!!

Riley Hanson

5y↑6

Omg I read this comment right when it said it in the song

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Julie Annelisse Hyland

7y↑1.6K

I always had this thought: How did Link, Amber and all the kids who were in the show get to the station early, if they were in the same class as Tracy?

Zokijo

7y↑317

JulieAnneHyland1 they probably got to leave early

valentina

7y↑222

JulieAnneHyland1 that episode Penny and Tracy were watching wasn't live, the only one that was live was the Miss Teenage Hairspray.

Elisha Fonseca

7y↑182

They leave early it shows it in the movie

Andrea Surcharge

7y↑276

All of the episodes were live, one of the girls even said so when Tracey went to audition, it's a line in "Miss Baltimore Crabs"
"are you scared we're on live?"
"No I'm sure I can cope"
"Well this show isn't broadcast in cinema scope!"

They got to leave early, there's a scene at the end of "I can hear the bells" that shows all the Nicest Kids getting on a bus while Tracey looks from her last class

cutiecassiie

7y↑16

Tracy was in detention

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Delores Emeagi

9y↑3.2K

Who cares about sleep when you can snooze in school. You'll never go to college but you'll sure look cool who needs a cap and a gown when you're the nicest kids in town!

Meredith Foster

9y↑176

Can't tell a verb from a noun? They're the nicest kids in town

Ainsley Stewart

9y↑123

Forget about your afternoon calculus you can always do your homework on the morning bus!

Delores Emeagi

9y↑6

Haha

John Smith

8y↑19

+Ainsley Stewart *algebra and calculus ;)

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Kim Phan

8y↑2.4K

I love how Link just drops Amber and didn't give a damn

Charlene Rafferty

6y↑166

Link larkin really isn't interested in amber he just with her probably for his career now Tracy turnblad is a different story he totally into her cause of the kind of person she is loves her for her qualities her self confidence her sense of humour and inside beauty

Jane Mary

3y↑28

That dance crew was full of narcissists (the characters, I mean).Camera hogs ,many of them.The dancing was good though.😕

Brody Spivey

3y↑5

Then they way they all laughed right after he mouthed 😬

Jeremy Solomon

2y↑7

That is so mean :(

lulanomn

2y↑11

he dropped her and ran

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Konstance

8y↑84

You can tell all the side characters/dancers really loved their parts. They put so much personality into it, even when they aren't front and center.

nag champa

5y↑50

I remember having this ENTIRE soundtrack on a little CD when I was younger. I'd sit on my floor and just listen to it for hours. Timeless.

howlamethyst

4y↑136

James Marsden can sing, dance AND has a hedgehog for a son. 10/10.

boojunkles

5y↑77

James absolutely killed it!
HIS VOICE IS SO SMOOTH

Karen Ruiz

8y↑5.1K

Am I the only one laughing? Because they were all being rude to Amber lol

scj

7y↑508

Karen Ruiz even the white people hate amber

Babalaura

7y↑34

Karen Ruiz omg I loved it

verkaforever

6y↑172

When Brad shoved her out of the way I laughed!

Keniyah Turner

6y↑72

@verkaforever haha, Move out the way, Amber! 😂It's pretty sad her own race doesn't even like her!

nightmare 16

No me to

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E Jae

7y↑708

I love the way he says college in the lyric "You'll never get to college, but you'll sure look cool."

Kristine LouDs

7y↑12

Ethan Jae ikr lol

Sodapop246 8

8y↑32

I love this movie! This is probably one of the best movie intros of all time! (I know it's actually not the opening song) but this song is what starts the story!!

Claire Baire

2y↑117

1:04 you can see Corny Collins praying before going on the air. Most wholesome character in any film. He really did care eventhough Velma was crummy

YelenaSkunky

2y↑11

I really like this little detail.
That's why this movie gets better with every rewatch. So much attention to the smallest things.

SimplyJoelz

2y↑4

@YelenaSkunky but didn’t he get a teenager pregnant (Brenda)

YelenaSkunky

2y↑4

@SimplyJoelz, yeah, it may be interpreted as such. Once again, it's in the details.

SimplyJoelz

@XAZZY are you really stuttering in a text😭

Myka Ruest

@SimplyJoelz Wait what? Where was that in the movie?

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iResonate

10y↑844

Ok, James Marsden killed everyone here! Who would've thought he was that good at singing and dancing?

Jamie

4y↑21

I remember specifically memorizing all the names in the roll call scene, and THAT'S IT. I memorized the beat, the way each one said it, and their little action. I'll never forget how obsessed I was lmfaooo 💀

eddieranks

8y↑1.4K

I cracked up when he said "Nice WHITE kids." I love the sense of humour there.

Autumn Martin

8y↑193

It's because hairspray was based off the 1960's where segregation was still prominent in Blatimore.

Charlene Rafferty

6y↑40

Corny has a sense of humour but Tracy turnblad has great sense of humour

Keniyah Turner

6y↑3

😂

Keniyah Turner

6y↑12

It's making it like ALL white kids are nice! 😂

mareorocks Jenk

6y↑6

@Autumn Martin it spelled Baltimore

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TheHilikus89

7y↑52

As a die hard Zac Efron fan i've got to say casting James Marsden and John Travolta was the best thing about this musical

Hm hm

8y↑90

They are all in outstanding physical shape to be able to dance at such a high level for 3 minutes.

Flower Faerie

1y↑7

They’re all high school kids, most kids have more energy than us crusty old folks.

Digital Britt

7y↑469

3:19... Iconic dance move and lyrics honestly lol I'm obsessed

Peachy 3.14

5y↑31

The dance is called "stricken chicken" in the script 🤣

TheGrimSmile

12y↑29

This movie was so incredibly well done.

Cee Cee

3y↑62

I'm here for Corny's dance @ 3:22. He was KILLiN' IT! None of the other guys could even come close.

Kate

9y↑5.6K

Everyone's all, "Zac Efron!"
And I'm like, "James Marsden!"

lovelygirl18

9y↑13

+Katie Herzig In that case I'll have miss Snow ;)

Kate

9y↑3

hahaha, have at it! :)

Shaeghlyn LeRoy

9y↑42

Same! He's my favorite. Dat voice. 😍😍

cookiecuttergirl33

9y↑59

For years I have not known that man name but he is one of the finest white man I have ever seen...

Emma Mueller

8y↑14

OMG same I didn't like zac efron in this that much (tbh I think it would have been amazing if Aaron tveit was link in the movie)

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solomona85

2y↑14

I cannot believe this movie has been out for 15 years, I loved it when it first came out and still love it now! James Marsden killed this song!

Gentleman Brain

James Marsden killed my 15 year old wife and daughter in a drunk driving accident!

Colonel Kandi

9y↑4

I freaking love this musical! I saw it in New York before it was taken off of Broadway.

Erika Belliveau

7y↑5

Honestly, Amber is a pretty good dancer. Sure, she would have taken the lead on the show during the musical because nepotism, but she took the actual loss as a "well what can you do theres always next year" and was clearly horrified that her mother was trying to rig the voting for her. And all of her slip-ups while dancing are due to the other dancers messing her up - Link dropping her, Tammy shoving her, and one of the guys veering out of the choreography to try and get closer.
Basically Ambers not really the villain, she's more of just in the wrong place, and the victim of some questionable parenting, which she was clearly starting to question herself, going by how well she took Inez beating her and integrating the show.
And I mean when she freaked out at the start of You Cant Stop The Beat fucking of course she did the announcement of her win was literally crashed by Tracey. She got Kanye'd. And her "WHAT!?" response to Inez winning was completely justified, considering that five minutes ago she was the winner by a landslide, and now some kid that had never even been on TV before just scooped it. That's a fucking twist, I don't blame her for the reaction. Especially considering she didn't know about the rigging yet.
Also I think its worth mentioning that Link never actually broke up with Amber so from her end her boyfriend of some time had just cheated on her on live television that would do a lot to ruin someones mood honestly.
Basically Amber gets more shit than she deserves and is the character I didn't expect to like but I do. I mean did you see her reaction to getting hoisted to the fucking ceiling? After figuring she wasn't being let down anytime soon, she dropped down about a story, in a poofy dress and heels. And then got up smiling despite being in pain. Thats fucking professionalism right there.

Winona

1y↑10

“My mom says I’m not allowed to perspire” kills me every time.

ayf1983

3y↑16

This is song is just dripping with satire, but disguised as a jumpy tune. Love it.

Benja Lopez

7y↑20

omg this scene gives me chills the choreography is so good

The Man who loves Food

34w↑2

I love how she made sure to say hi to her dad even when she rushing to the TV.

Juan Garcia

3y↑2

I will forever pray they drop the choreo for this(and you cant stop the beat). I’ve wanted to learn it ever since I first saw it 13 years ago and still do, it looks like so much fun

Louden Walker

2y↑10

I love James Marsden's singing voice. You're the best, James.

EJofLA

4y↑14

Watched it three times- addictive enthusiasm, tune, lyrics, choreography and JAMES!

Sloth 86

1y↑10

Zac Efron looks like he’s really enjoying himself, he should do more musicals.

Anya Carpenter

10y↑121

"I'm trying to 'aron' here" slow clap for Travolta for perfectly capturing Mrs. Turnblad and every other mother ever. clap... clap... clap

Bunny

2y↑14

James’ voice is everything. 😭💯♥️

WDWFanatic55

12y↑11

"My mom says I'm not allowed to perspire." LOL I just love those lines you can easily miss. Oh Penny/Amanda! :)

Rochelle Hendrix

3y↑12

I'd rush home from school to watch this show too if James Marsden was the host. I love this movie and I love when he says "shake it baby" lol.

LoveFlatfootin1

7y↑32

So true! We teen girls never ever missed the daily American Bandstand show so we could learn all the new dances from the "regulars." Great times.

Jordan Becker

6y↑30

James Marsden is one of the best singers in this movie and that’s just facts

charlie gardner

12y↑8

that moment when you realize that James Marsden isn't only a brilliant actor and one of the hottest guy ever, but he can also sing and dance and you're like - MY BODY IS READY

Celia Maria

Que filme lindo!!!!!!
Vi hoje.
Amei!
Brasil-RJ/2021/01/25

Kat Arabella

7y↑52

"Can't tell a verb from a noun they're the nicest kids in town!" Hahahaha

Bebe Enderson

4y↑9

I actually really love this Hairspray better than the older one

John Vargas

1y↑5

“They must think my ears are garbage cans… WILL YOU TURN THAT RACKET DOWN!? I’m tryina iron here” loved her entrance 😂

Disneyfan1955

7y↑15

I LOVE THIS MOVIE SO MUCH!, I did watch Hairspray Live tonight.
I know they worked hard on it & its from the play.
But I had a hard time with it, its just not the same as the movie!
Just watching this clip, now I remember why I love this movie so much!
Every frame of this movie is perfect! I could watch it over & over!
I don't understand why it did not become a midnight movie, like RHPS.
Please let me know here, what you like better this movie, or tonights TV show.
Ps. I LOVED THE FIRST MOVIE TOO!, David From Calif.

Jørgen Lykke S.

7y↑2

Disneyfan1955 I love the movie to death but Hairspray Live was way better for me. Idk, the entire cast in Hairspray Live is perfect, the work they put in was incredible, etc, etc. I love the movie but the live version is definetly just as good! God bless Hairspray.

Disneyfan1955

7y↑1

Hi! Ana! Thanks! for getting back to me!
Sorry I feel the opposite, I think the movie
is the best! & the Live show was good.
But Happy Holidays to you!
Just had to ask, Any thoughts on the movie
Rocky Horror Picture Show?, The Rock Group
The Beatles, The Place Disneyland in La?
David from Calif.

chesiregirl

12y↑9

I love how Tracy makes such a big deal about being "late" and says "We're missing it!" but they get into her apartment and it's starting just as they turn on the tv.

jslasher1

4y↑1

Loads of talent on show. JM is simply the best.

afreakbynature

12y↑3

i wish he sang more in the film </3 he has an amazing voice :)

Mako4474

2y↑13

I love how Zac Efron was supposed to be the teenage heartthrob, but it is CLEAR from the comments that everyone is in love with James Marsden MYSELF INCLUDED

SailorMatata Wong

11y

I just performed this song for appreciation day in school today! Damn am I gonna miss it. This song is so fun to dance to! :/

Agustina Romero

4y↑4

«You can always do your homework on the morning bus»... I mean, who could ever sing a more exciting line than that? So iconic.

Derrek Lee

9y↑755

This movie made me fall in love with James Marsden! He's so suave

boba Ttea

4y↑1

"Like a midnight cat traveling through the night" -colesprouse

letimoore

4y↑2

When he helped Amber up i was dying

Jessica 9812

4y↑4

Yess this and Enchanted

xBlueDreams

4y↑5

I fell in love with him in enchanted 💗

Kucing Garong

The Best Of Me.. you should watch

Alizeica

3y↑23

I wish I could time travel to the 60's (without all of the racism/misogyny/homophobia/bigotry)- I adore the music, clothes, and the dances!

TheKitKatLizard

Mmm nah I enjoy modern medicine and owning a washing machine

TheKitKatLizard

Evelyn Greene yeah, but this is in the early 60s, and in my country all the technology came later than in America... and washing machines were expensive as shit for most of the country. We were a bit busy recovering from being a warzone lol.

Eden Rimmer

2y↑1

I'm watching this over and over again because I'm in the ensemble of a Hairspray production in my town!! I'm trying to really catch the amount of energy I need to show during this song😅

Caroline

4y↑126

I have watched this an unhealthy amount of times during quarantine

Sam Breyer

3y↑3

Same...

Annie RG

3y↑3

me too....

SotWoodz

3y↑1

Good!

Dwain Pannell

3y↑1

I have the entire movie an unhealthy amount of times and I don't intend to stop

Brianna // Love Yourself.

10y↑22

"Who cares about sleep when you can snooze in school? You'll never get to college but you'll sure look cool!" Favie part.

Alessanda Martin-Adams

5y↑1

Probably one of my favourite scenes ❤

Midnight_Cas

8y↑2.2K

"And I'm... Link."
"and I'm Zelda."

꒰ঌ kei. ⋆.ﾟ

8y↑29

Lmaoooo!!! 😂😂

Alyssa Mathews

7y↑66

I cannot watch this movie or ever hear the word "link" without picturing our hero in green XD

MicheleKoi

6y↑6

Didn't see that coming.

TheEmeraldWalrus

6y↑27

Sounds like a pick-up line. They should've put that in the movie:
"And I'm... Link"
"OH LINK, LET ME BE YOUR ZELDA"

Sam

6y↑3

Alyssa Mathews SAMEEEE

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sillysia63377

11y

"My mom says I'm not allowed to perspire!" That lines makes me lol every time.

Liver 🖤

1y↑2

I love this character. Corny can sing, he can dance, he's gorgeous, he's polite, he's considerate of the people on his show, and he puts Velma in her place

Roxy Ibarra

1y↑6

This movie doesn't get enough love fr this is phenomenal

haironfire m

8y↑78

James Marsden KILLS this. He is soooo good. Esp at 1:50.

Camilla Eld

1y↑1

I remember having to watch this 20 times to remember the lyrics when I was cast as one the nicest kids in town in a community theater production of Hairspray when I was 13

Kayla

8y↑5K

"And I'm Link!"

And I'm single 🖐🏼

melonade

6y↑49

Kayla He’s mine! Back off girlfriend!

Chxxrsss

6y↑25

I'm a taken bacon

ROBLOX MUSICAL PRODUCTIONS JG JN

6y↑16

he's Tracy's girlfriend

Nicole Desaulniers

6y↑13

Kayla I know Zac Efron!

doratheexplorer_.

5y↑16

Kayla This actually made my day 😂😂

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Mauri Hawkins

I LOVE THIS MOVIE SO MUCH THEY REALLY NEED TO MAKE ANOTHER ONE

Trailhia Cabano

9y↑131

When Zac says "Link!" ahhhh that was a fangirl moment!!!

Nyesha Jordan

7y↑1

Came to this video in light of the new one to say that this will forever be the best version of hairspray ever!

joan jordan

12y↑1

buen baile y buen ritmo nice nice que vivan las peliculas musicales goood goood goooooods

Fabio Vaz

5y↑63

3:20 Corny dancing better than all the teenagers!!! James Marsden kills it!!! Who would think X-Men's Cyclops could dance and sing

xBlueDreams

4y↑6

Have you not seen enchanted. He sings in that 😊

Fabio Vaz

4y↑3

@xBlueDreams yes I have. He is amazing

xBlueDreams

4y↑1

Fabio Vaz yes he is. That’s the movie I fell in love in with him. His too good 💗

marguriette

3y↑40

I’m black but for some reason I will always scream “Negro Day” like I’m white😭

Valley Guy

11y

You kind of have to love it, there is nothing bad in it :D

Denise Smith

7y↑2

lmao I love Corney's weird little dance move at 3:20 😂

Maisie Patricia

6y↑31

1:20 Is anyone else obsessed with this transition

Jason Leaf

One of my favorite musicals of all time

Elizabeth Yates

10y↑118

I love Hairspray, but I'm mainly here for James Marsden/Corny Collins. My intention was to watch it once, but ended up watching it seven or eight times...

Jody Snowball

4y↑1

I love this so much. Best show ever. I still remember it....

Sodapop246 8

I LIVE FOR THE Shelly and Amber rivalry!!! Such a subtle detail but I love it!!

Thomas H. Smith

2y↑3

You know how is James Marsden not like a super-duper star. He's incredibly talented and funny, can sing and dance, is probably one of the most handsome guys on the planet, and also seems super nice.
Yet he's always cast as loser type characters (except in this) who never gets the girl.

Osiris White Munro

5y↑52

AidanPlayzYT

1y↑1

I love this song!

j

9y↑322

I feel bad for the people that don't like hairspray

Evelyn Huerta

9y↑6

My theatre director

Mickell10

4y↑4

Me, If i was in this movie i would dieeeeee!!!

letimoore

4y↑3

I feel bad for the grease haters

timtamz

4y↑1

never heard of this movie but i lost brain cells watching this

Edward Jacobus

4y↑1

@timtamz Lol

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Courtney Dean

12y↑1

I absolutely LOVE the move at 3:20 !!

Jordyn Whitfield

3y↑5

This gotta honestly one of the best song in this movie 😂😂

HogwartsEditsAndMore

3y↑1

I love penny’s voice it’s amazing

Freddyfootlong

11y

This movie makes me happy, and John Travolta is just awesome :)

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