There seems to be a whole lot of recent developments in science fiction-based user generated content on the Internet these days. This still picture video by Ultra-Geek and Star Trek fanatic Klenginem is by no doubt way up there with the most unusual.
In this video, Germany’s Klenginem translates Slim Shady’s Hip Hop hit ‘Without Me’ from English into the official Klingon vernacular.
After listening to this bizarre rap remake, I’m thinking that this guys phaser might be set to stunned. How do you say nerd in Klingon?
Klingon Rap Remakes
Klenginem Translates Slim Shady for Trekkies
Trend Themes
1. User-generated Sci-fi Content - The rise of user-generated science fiction-based content on the internet presents an opportunity for businesses to tap into this growing fan community and offer collaborative opportunities.
2. Foreign Language Translations of Popular Music - The trend of translating popular music into foreign languages as demonstrated in this Klenginem video presents an opportunity for businesses to explore language-based partnerships with artists and to expand their reach internationally.
3. Crossover Fan Fiction - The emergence of crossover fan fiction content, as demonstrated in this video, presents opportunities for businesses to leverage popular franchises to create collaborative and cross-promotional content with other brands and industries.
Industry Implications
1. Music Industry - The music industry can benefit from the trend of translating popular songs into foreign languages to expand their reach and grow their fanbase beyond traditional markets.
2. Entertainment Industry - The entertainment industry can leverage the rise of user-generated science fiction-based content to tap into this growing fan community and offer opportunities for collaborative projects and cross-promotions.
3. Language Services Industry - The trend of translating popular songs into foreign languages presents an opportunity for businesses in the language services industry to provide translation services for the music industry and other related fields.