Stephen Hawking is one of the most famous astrophysicists of our time. So who better to record a brand-spanking-new cover of Monty Python's "Galaxy Song" than someone who really gets what the tune is all about?
"Galaxy Song" was first recorded by Monty Python member Eric Idle for the comedy group's 1983 film The Meaning of Life. However, never has there been a more perfect rendition of this song than Hawking's cover. Hawking's iconic computer-generated voice sings the lyrics to this ditty all about how when life gets you down, just remember all of the wonders and miracles of the universe to pick you right back up again. Sure, it's not the most accurate description of how the universe actually works, but it is catchy.
Hawking recorded the song in honor of this year's Record Store Day on April 18 when 1,000 physical copies of the 7-inch vinyl single for "Galaxy Song" will be available for purchase. However, you can buy a digital version of the song now in the iTunes U.K. store.
There's also a music video for this song, which includes clips from a pre-recorded video Hawking appeared in with British particle physicist Brian Cox for Monty Python's string of live shows at London's O2 arena in 2014. The video also features clips of the live show, in addition to behind-the-scenes moments from the documentary about this special set of performances. But mostly, the video just shows Hawking floating through the universe, and it is completely rad.
And if all of that wasn't too cool for school enough for you, you can also also play a new version of the classic 1980s arcade game Asteroids featuring a "a rocket propelled, heavily armed Stephen Hawking" in the place of the spaceship, according to The Guardian. The asteroids have also been changed to now be the heads of the members of Monty Python.
Check out the full video below, and let your hilarious intergalactic journey begin.
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