I Played the Forbidden Riff in ALL Guitar Stores (on BASS)

Summary

In this hilarious prank video, the myth of forbidden guitar riffs is put to the test in guitar stores across Singapore. The creator plays overplayed riffs like *Stairway to Heaven*, *Smoke on the Water*, and *Can't Stop*—but on bass instead of guitar. Armed with only a bass guitar and a lot of humor, they visit seven music shops, getting reactions from amused store staff and players. Despite the heat and unexpected challenges, the mission is a success, proving that bass riffs are actually appreciated. It’s an epic 24-hour bass adventure, all wrapped up with a playful twist.

Takeaways

• 😀 There's a myth that every guitar store has a secret list of 'forbidden' songs that are overplayed, like 'Stairway to Heaven' and 'Smoke on the Water'.
• 😀 The challenge is to test this myth by playing these 'cursed' riffs on bass in every guitar store in the country, within 24 hours.
• 😀 The country selected for this challenge is Singapore, a city-state small enough to cross in a short amount of time.
• 😀 Singapore has a small number of music stores selling bass guitars (only seven), compared to those selling pianos and violins.
• 😀 The journey starts in the east of Singapore, with the narrator visiting different stores to find bass guitars and play forbidden riffs.
• 😀 The video includes some humorous moments where the staff in the stores recognize the narrator, but he still manages to complete his mission.
• 😀 The narrator tests various forbidden riffs like 'Smoke on the Water' and 'Can't Stop' on bass, surprising staff and customers alike.
• 😀 There's a humorous interaction where the narrator gets a guitar signed, despite it being a bass-themed challenge.
• 😀 The heat in Singapore is unbearable, and the narrator expresses frustration about the hot weather during his journey between stores.
• 😀 The final conclusion is that nobody stops him from playing the riffs on bass because people actually enjoy hearing them in a different way.
• 😀 The challenge ends with the narrator celebrating his success and giving thanks to the music shops he visited, mentioning that the whole thing was staged as a prank.

Q & A

What is the main myth explored in the video?

The video explores the myth that every guitar store has a secret list of 'forbidden songs'—riffs that are so overplayed that they annoy the staff and even the instruments themselves.

What challenge does the creator set for themselves?

The creator challenges themselves to play every 'forbidden guitar riff' on bass in every guitar store within one country in just 24 hours.

Why did the creator choose Singapore for this challenge?

They chose Singapore because it is both a city and a country, making it small enough to cover in a day while still having multiple music stores to visit.

What are some examples of 'forbidden songs' mentioned in the video?

Examples include 'Stairway to Heaven,' 'Smoke on the Water,' and 'Can't Stop.'

How many music shops in Singapore did the creator find that also sell bass guitars?

Out of many music shops, the creator found that only seven sell bass guitars.

What was humorous about the creator’s approach to the challenge?

They humorously pointed out loopholes in their challenge rules, such as choosing a small country to make the task possible and joking about Singapore’s hot weather and small size.

How did people in the stores react to the creator’s performances?

Most people were amused or supportive; some recognized the creator, while others took photos or asked for autographs.

What twist does the creator reveal at the end of the video?

They reveal that parts of the challenge were staged and that the video was meant as a humorous prank rather than a fully serious mission.

What conclusion does the creator draw about playing 'forbidden riffs' on bass?

They conclude that no one minds hearing these riffs on bass because they sound enjoyable, implying that bass players are more appreciated in this context.

How does the video’s tone contribute to its entertainment value?

The tone is comedic and self-aware, using exaggeration, irony, and playful commentary to keep the viewer engaged while parodying common music store stereotypes.

What overall message or takeaway can be inferred from the video?

The video celebrates the fun and humor of music culture, suggesting that even overplayed songs can feel fresh and enjoyable when approached creatively—like playing them on bass instead of guitar.