In addition to their web presence, Rhett & Link are also musicians and filmmakers, and have worked in network television as hosts. They own and operate a video production company, Rhett & Link, Inc.
Rhett & Link met in 1984 in Buies Creek, North Carolina at their elementary school. The two became best friends and began producing content for release in 2000.
Internetainment
Rhett & Link have developed an international following through their collection of over 500 web videos. Their music videos, non-scripted reality videos, and sketches have been seen over 100 million times. Rhett & Link have also created original video series for NBC Universal and TV Guide Broadband.
Since January 2011, Rhett & Link produced Good Mythical Morning, a daily talk show. Originally starting out as Good Morning Chia Lincoln, the show features Rhett and Link discussing various topics. The show runs for a couple months before taking short breaks, usually around a month, and then returning with the next season.
In April 2013, Rhett & Link began their weekly half-hour program The Mythical Show, which ran for twelve episodes. The future of the show is currently unknown.
TV
Their show Rhett & Link: Commercial Kings debuted on IFC on June 24, 2011. Based on their hit web series iLoveLocalCommercials, this non-fiction comedy series follows their travels to small towns across America where they develop and produce commercials for local businesses using local talent.
In 2010, Rhett & Link produced and starred in a national television commercial for McDonalds and Coca-Cola, T-Shirt War 2.
In 2009, Rhett & Link served as musical correspondents for the Science Channel’s Brink. They wrote songs and made music videos for three episodes. Songs included the Space Junk Song, Robot Girlfriend, and Hello (the S.E.T.I. Song).
In the fall of 2007, Rhett & Link hosted a prime-time TV show on the CW called Online Nation. The half-hour show featured popular web videos, introduced by Rhett & Link, Stevie Ryan and Joy Leslie.
Film
Rhett & Link have completed two award-winning films, including a short film, One Man’s Trash, and a feature-length documentary, Looking for Ms. Locklear. Both films have screened at festivals across the country. Visit the films page for more information.
Brand Integration
Rhett & Link have created custom videos and series (click each brand for examples) for McDonalds and Coke, Dentyne Gum, Taco Bell, Alka-Seltzer, Starburst, and Hummer, as well as integrating smaller brands such as AJJ Cornhole and iRESQ. The Alka-Seltzer Great American Road Trip, done in partnership with Proximity, won the AdWeek Buzz Award in the online category for best online campaign of 2008. Rhett & Link are actively seeking to partner with agencies and brands to create high-quality branded content. For more information, visit the services page.
Music
Music is an important part of nearly everything Rhett & Link produce. The duo has written close to 100 original comedy songs and independently released 5 albums.
Many of Rhett & Link’s songs have been the source for wildly popular web music videos, like the Facebook Song, the Unicorn Rap, and the American Idol Theme Song, just to name a few.
External Links
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Freelance Fireworks Hall of Fame
Rhett And Link Lyrics
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Not to look down a Roman candle when you light it
He lost his right eye, but you know
He′s a better looking guy without it
And that jumbo bottle rocket Don lit in his pocket
Would've flew if it weren′t for his beltloop
We were listening to Elvis when it shattered his pelvis
This song is for all our pyrotechnical heroes
What they lacked in discretion they made up in combustion
The ones who lit the fuse and wound up dead, injured, or lame
We salute you
The fallen founding fathers of the Freelance Fireworks Hall of Fame
But the best has got to be Bill′s ingenuity
With a man-size rocket, duct tape, and a lawn chair
Well, he did good, I reckon
He rode a full eight seconds without spilling one drop of his beer
This song is for all our pyrotechnical heroes
Risking mutilation all for detonation
They ignited the firestorm, now we fan the flame
And we salute you
The fallen founding fathers of the Freelance Fireworks Hall of Fame
The lyrics to Rhett and Link's song "Freelance Fireworks Hall of Fame" pay homage to the brave individuals who engage in the risky and often dangerous world of fireworks. The song begins by mentioning Bobby, who serves as an example of what not to do with a Roman candle. Despite losing his right eye in an accident, the lyrics suggest that Bobby's appearance has improved as a result. This highlights the irony that sometimes the very accidents that occur during fireworks displays can lead to unexpected positive outcomes.
The song then moves on to Don, who had a jumbo bottle rocket in his pocket. Unfortunately for him, it didn't take off due to his belt loop, resulting in a potentially dangerous situation. The lyrics mention that they were listening to Elvis when this incident occurred, specifically during the song "Don't Be Cruel." This adds a touch of humor and portrays the resilience and acceptance of those involved in these mishaps.
The chorus of the song is an ode to all the pyrotechnical heroes who may have suffered injuries, lost their lives, or became permanently impaired due to their passion for fireworks. While they may not have exercised caution, they compensated for it with their enthusiasm and willingness to take risks in pursuit of their explosive artistic endeavors. These individuals are celebrated as the "fallen founding fathers" of the Freelance Fireworks Hall of Fame.
The lyrics then highlight the ingenuity of a man named Bill, who managed to ride a man-sized rocket while seated on a lawn chair, held together with duct tape. This displays both Bill's resourcefulness and his ability to maintain his composure, successfully navigating the exhilarating experience while not spilling a drop of his beer. This serves as a testament to the dedication and skill of those involved in the world of fireworks, even if their methods are unorthodox and potentially perilous.
Overall, the lyrics of "Freelance Fireworks Hall of Fame" celebrate those who dare to participate in the risky artistry of fireworks, acknowledging their contributions and sacrifices with a mix of admiration and humor.
Line by Line Meaning
Bobby taught us by example
Bobby's actions served as a lesson for us
Not to look down a Roman candle when you light it
We should never face danger directly when taking risks
He lost his right eye, but you know
Despite the loss, he ended up looking better
He′s a better looking guy without it
His appearance improved without his right eye
And that jumbo bottle rocket Don lit in his pocket
Don foolishly ignited a large rocket inside his pocket
Would've flew if it weren′t for his beltloop
The rocket would have flown if it wasn't trapped by his beltloop
We were listening to Elvis when it shattered his pelvis
While enjoying Elvis' music, the rocket shattered his pelvis
But it was cool 'cause it blew right at the end of Don't Be Cruel
Despite the unfortunate event, it had a cool timing coinciding with the end of the song Don't Be Cruel
This song is for all our pyrotechnical heroes
This song pays tribute to those brave individuals involved in fireworks displays
What they lacked in discretion they made up in combustion
Even though they were not cautious, they compensated with impressive explosions
The ones who lit the fuse and wound up dead, injured, or lame
These are the individuals who ignited the fireworks but ended up dead, injured, or handicapped
We salute you
We honor and show respect to these individuals
The fallen founding fathers of the Freelance Fireworks Hall of Fame
They are the pioneers who established the renowned Freelance Fireworks Hall of Fame but unfortunately faced tragic outcomes
But the best has got to be Bill′s ingenuity
Among them, Bill's creativity stands out as exceptional
With a man-size rocket, duct tape, and a lawn chair
Bill managed to create a contraption using a large rocket, duct tape, and a lawn chair
Well, he did good, I reckon
He performed admirably, I believe
He rode a full eight seconds without spilling one drop of his beer
Incredibly, he successfully balanced himself on the contraption for a full eight seconds, not spilling any of his beer
Risking mutilation all for detonation
These individuals took the risk of getting severely injured for the sake of explosive displays
They ignited the firestorm, now we fan the flame
Their actions started the intense excitement, and now we continue to fuel the passion
And we salute you
We express our admiration and respect to them once again
The fallen founding fathers of the Freelance Fireworks Hall of Fame
They are the esteemed individuals who created the Freelance Fireworks Hall of Fame but experienced tragic outcomes
Writer(s): Rhett Mclaughlin
Contributed by Colton K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.