User blog:Jared DiCarlo/Hoop-Dee-Doo: A Look Back

Here are my full thoughts on my second favorite Wiggles video. Basically, it was made to commemorate The Wiggles' 10th Anniversary in 2001. To make sure it stays timeless, they never bring this fact up, which is a good choice.

The Writing: Still as good as it's ever been. In fact, I would consider this to be their all-time funniest video.

The Choreography: Even though Leanne Halloran is gone, the songs are still well-choreographed.

Songs: I'm going to focus on each one individually.

Wiggly Party: Gets the video off to a good start! The shot at the end of the song with the balloons falling on everyone is one that is permanently ingrained in my mind.

Hoop-Dee-Doo: Until recently, I had no idea that this was a cover song. I've got a real soft spot for polka music, and this song is no exception. Every time I hear it, I can't help but dance along. By far, one of my favorite Wiggles tracks.

Little Children: I don't know what this song has to do with a party, but I still like it.

Move Like an Emu: The Wiggles really excel at writing songs about animals.

La Cucaracha: Another all time classic party song, Wiggles style! This is another track on the album I keep finding myself coming back to over and over again. The guest stars, Fernando and "Little Fernando" Moguel, pull in a fine performance, and the footage of Captain Feathersword clowning around in the recording booth is a hoot.

Captain's Magic Buttons: This is my favorite song on the video. Best of all is the long intro sequence of The Wiggles (and Wags) messing with the buttons.

Dance the Ooby-Doo: I don't really care for this one, but I don't hate it, either.

Play Your Guitar with Murray: Another iconic song. It's a lot of fun seeing the other characters try their hands (or paws, or tentacles) at playing a guitar just like Murray does. This was always a song I got up and danced along to when I was younger.

Marie's Wedding: This song is a lot of fun, and a little bit tear-jerking. The video of the song is another example of the excellent choreography that The Wiggles do so well. Captain Feathersword is a riot here, as he gets a little too excited about taking pictures of Dorothy and Wags (who I must admit make a cute couple...perhaps I said too much).

Zoological Gardens: This song is told in the form of a story about The Wiggles having a bad day, until their Irish friend Morgan Crowley takes them to the Dublin Zoo. I really like the illustrations in this song, although I wish they credited the artist.

Continued in Part 2....