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Why it worked

The humor in the band's response to a seemingly absurd question, implying they weren't invited despite their long career, creates a relatable and shareable moment.

Summary

The host of the Today Show questions the band Weezer about why it's their first time on the show after 20 years. The band humorously responds that they were never asked.

Structure

1Host questions Weezer's first appearance
2Band humorously claims they were never asked
3Host disputes the claim

Product placement

TODAY: appears as a channel/studio logo on screen. Removing it would not change what happens in the video. WEEZER: appears as a band name on screen. Removing it would not change what happens in the video.

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weezer's first time on today show: TODAY WEEZER What took what took 20 years to get you guys here? You've never been here? Yeah. I don't know, you never asked us. That is not true.

Transcript

What took what took 20 years to get you guys here? You've never been here? Yeah. I don't know, you never asked us. That is not true.