OCR00775 - Final Fantasy VII 'Chocarena'

[Saunders]

I really get a kick out of this tune, I enjoyed the new melodies incorporated. There is much tunage here that I don't recognize as being from the original Chocobo tune.
And is that 'Wipeout' I hear starting at 2:49? That's nifty.
All in all I must say that this is a fun tune, would probably be good for dancing if you were into that sort of thing. I don't do dancing though.

But my sprite does!

I give it 4 dancing Robs.

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[Captain Red]

This mix rocks in multiple ways, and multiple directions. Definately need more from Draggor!

It's fast, it's peppy, it's fun... makes me smile. :¬)

The transitions to and from Wipeout(ish) is really great. I love this piiece. Definately going in my playlist.

If I had dancing Cappies, I'd give it a five out of dancing five.

*honken*

[Metasquares]

Nice stuff. I like the transition from Chocobo theme to Wipeout, and back to Chocobo theme. Very smooth transition. Very innovative. Very good dance music. Very good remix.

[Slackbot]

My lord. Whatever posessed anyone to combine these tunes?! It has damaged me, wormed its parasite-like way into my brain just like the original Macarena did.

I'm gonna go play it again now. :)

[EmptyMy]

Hey! the fun thing is, that it ISN'T Wipeout. It is the theme used in the FF7 snowboard sequence. I remember thinking it was a major rip-off the first time I played FF7.
Shame on you Nobuo!
:D
Cool remix.

[WhalePorn]

hahah, what a great mix! One way to define creativity is to look at things that are diffrent and find ways to combine them into totally new configurations. This mix reminds me in places of sonic the hedgehog bgm, (thats a huge compliment) in others it was very simple, but the use of electronic noise and constant musical quality and variation made this one danm fun. Highly recommended

[Tron Javolta]

anyone have that old midi of this that dj pretzel was talking about???

not to take anything away from the guy that did this remix... just saying.. it would be nice to have the original midi ...

anyone have a url for it? . .it was printed in EGM a long time ago.. i was looking for the mag, but i cant find it....

[uglee musashi]

:evil: :cry: hmmm.......
I at first nearly had a Coniption 8O when i first saw the title BC I have (had)
a midi by that exact name posted on :oops: aol's :oops:
hints pics & sounds since 97 :idea:
but listening to the first half second of this wonderful mix QWashed all thoughts of rage :mrgreen: it bears no resemblance whatsoever to my sorry attempt at a funny song :roll:
in any case if U like Square ...AT ALL!??! download it
if U liked the Macarena but refuse to admit it.....download it

:arrow: :arrow: :arrow: :twisted:

[Zeenbor]

Awesome mix... I don't see how it applies to Macarena other than maybe the drums... but anyway. The intro is great... and Draggor does a good job of not trying to get too repetitive with the main theme (by mixing up drums, etc.) -- that is until he starts with the snowboard theme. (My favorite part!!)

I got crazy nostaglia when the snowboard theme came in... I really liked how it became progressively more insane before going back to the Chocobo theme...

As if my OC remix playlist wasn't already large enough -- *adds to playlist* -- Thanks Draggor! :)

[Elex Synn]

This is a very nice amd happy tune.

It makes me visualize Kirby doing one of his 'end-of-stage-dances', and just getting down with his bad self on a surf board!

[Malefactor]

What a Groov-tacular mix! :lol: Great job Draggor! This mix makes me smile, and best of all, it makes me DANCE!!! Surfs up! 8)

[Ghetto Lee Lewis]

w00t!!

[Mae]

"Hey, my name is Chacarena........" okay, thats about as much I'll try to sing!
The remix is AMAZING! :D I enjoyed the remix so much, that the night I found it I played it about 5 times, told a freind, and then...I got up out of my chair...and...started to dance the Macarena to it!!! :oops:
Keep 'em comin' Draggor!



~~~~~Yuffie Mae~~~~~

[Daanieru]

"sweeeet" as cartman would say... :D

[Hamu-Sumo]

Wow! By the first half you MUST dance so peppy is it! I like this remix very much and I'm glad to see the next remix from Draggor!

9/10 (1=worst; 10=best)

[ThatsmyTrunks]

8O Well, I've downloaded many many songs here, and this s my first review. I always loved the great chocobo songs in the final fantasy series, and this is a great remix. Just go download it, I listened to it for an hour! Enjoy the great work. Peace!

[Dougzee]

Okay this is like my first time posting here and all..and I gotta say..I was having a bad day until I heard this remix. As soon as I heard it, a smile flashed up onto my face. As soon as the Snowboard music kicked in, I couldnt help but clap my hands along with it. Great remix..I just wish there were more Chocobo theme remixes.

-Doug

[Asterin]

:D :lol: :D :lol: :D :lol:

This piece rocks! I must say, the idea of combining the Macarena, WipeOut, and the Chocobo theme was brilliant, and makes for one of the most fun songs I've downloaded.

8O :D :lol: :D :lol: :D

[AdmiralDala]

Draggor is, as proven in this song, completely stupid and a complete genius at the same time. Completely stupid for thinking the thing up in the first place, and a complete genius for pulling it off masterfully. The transitions are flawless and fun at the same time, and the choice of instruments is perfect for the song.

This song made me smile a bit. The first smile comes at the very beginning with that schnazzy guitar that repeats, the second at :15 when the Chocobo theme starts, the third when the hand claps come in with what can only be called the chorus of the chocobo song at around :30 or so. #4 comes at 2:12 just cuz its cool how that harmony comes together with this song, five at 2:49 when the wipeout starts, perfectly blended from the theme. Six and seven are at 3:12 when the chocobos come back to us, and 3:30 as that tune 'slides' up the keys and the main theme. 3:58 brings 8 as the tune is slightly modified, and when the song ends, we get a resounding "smile wiped off of face while being replaced by a look of dejection as we say 'NO!!' as 'in it can't end' as we scramble back to our mouse to click repeat".

So, for a rating this gets 8 nostalgic smiles and an addictive factor of "starts running through your head while playing Beethoven at your piano recital." Download at your own risk and the risk of those around you, but if you don't you may never forgive yourself as you die of curiousity.

[Landon]

Sounds good. Not really what I was looking for in this mood, but I'm sure I'll love it tomorrow morning! *claps his hands with it and gets down with the Latin beat, yo* 8 out of 10.

[Aveneer]

WOHOO!

If you're looking for a song that makes you wanna do the HAPPY DANCE pretzel-style, this is just the song for you!

Grooooo~oooooooovy!

[RedXIII]

:D two words and nothing more:LOVE IT!!! :D

[Kaleb.G]

Hey Draggor, your so awesome! Your original Dragon Trek soundtrack has already made you worthy enough, but now remixing?! I'm speachless. This is an awesome remix! The instruments are great, and I love how you encorporated different themes together such as Racing Chocobos, Electric de Chocobo, and even Mods de Chocobo from FF8. Keep it up, Rob!

[Kaseijin]

Many arrangements of the chocobo theme become overwhelmed by the melody, but Draggor skillfully avoids this pitfall. He begins this track with an energetic guitar line reminiscent of "Mods de Chocobo", adding bass, drums, and a generous allotment of hand claps to form an accompaniment strong enough to support the first 2'30". Another danger in a chocobo arrangement is repetition, but Draggor provides variety by interspersing "The Man with the Machine Gun", "Racing Chocobos ~ Place Your Bets", and of course The Surfaris' "Wipeout" via "Electric de Chocobo". After the increasingly frantic "Electric", he returns to the chocobo melody and brings the track to a satisfying conclusion.

All in all, an very fun and well-executed remix. It set my toes tapping from the first bar and sustained that vitality for the better part of five minutes and over several plays; DJP's description of it as "an instant classic" is well-deserved. I look forward to hearing more from Draggor.

[Redlight]

Draggor, I know you've heard this before, but you are a musical genious. (No offense if you're good at other things too:D ) First of all, the chocobo music is already one of my favorite reacurring melodies from Final Fantasy, its very energetic and...uplifting. But you took that song to "the next level" with Chocorena. Its now my favorite song and I have to listen to it every day. You overcame noticeable repitition and had a great opening- that definitely earns you some "points". The variety keeps me listening and awaiting your next songs.

By the way, I first heard this song on Flashplayer.com from 8-Bit Theater and instantly loved it. Because of your song, I got introduced to OCR!

[Fira-Flame]

Wow, this peice is so nice. It's just bouncy enough to think it was actually in the game. The beat just makes me want to clap my hands!! :P

[Archdeco]

It should be noted that this song is used as the title theme for the flash adaptation of 8-Bit Theater. I consider it it's official theme. Every time there's a new episode I have to break out this song.

http://www.nuklearpower.com/

[Babysoft-chan]

I am officially obsessed with the Chocobo theme now 'cause of you, Draggor. ^^ This is the best Chocobo remix I've heard so far, and I'm certain it's going to remain my favourite. It actually sounds like it belongs in Gold Saucer, and not all of the remixes sound like they 'belong' in the game. Great work! ^_^

[metal_kitsune]

this is by far the most creative and well-done Chocobo theme remix on the site. when I first heard it, I wanted to get up and do a happy little dance.
the arrangement is good and well-paced, everything is decently balanced, and I love how the main theme was kept in the MIDI-style beep form. the "wipeout" segment was icing on the cake, giving the feeling that you're getting two remixes for the price of one download. all in all, it makes me want to thank Squenix for Chocobos until the end of time.

bravo, Draggor. you are most certainly teh roxxors.

[Gasdyf_Warefayer]

When I started listening to this Remix, a strange image formed in my head: Cloud walks into a Chocobo Stable, a big boombox held on his shoulder. This song starts playing. All the chocobos start bobbing their head and stomping their feet to the music...it's weird, but that's what happens...

[Platinus]

There aren't any words in any language to describe the noise I made when I first heard this song. It's soooooooooo good. GAH! I just wish more Final Fantasy characters had a mystical love children with one hit wonder pop. Just imagine it. Moogles mate with...um...lets see...nevermind, the children of everything are just too frightening. But this child, the Chocerana, this child is the most adorable kid I have ever seen/heard. Great job.

[Valruz]

Hi.

I just heard this song via the animation of 8-Bit Theater, and I came to look for it, but it's gone. Could someone please inform me as to why?

-Valruz, Caian Warrior

[Bummerdude]

There aren´t many instrumentschanges compared to the original, but DUUUUDE, this still rocks. First time I heard, I just downloaded it right away. Those who reads this knows or will probably know why.
Thanks again Draggor. 8)

[The_Wind_Waker8]

I first heard this one on 8-bit theatre, and I loved the tune. So I actually watched through the credits just to see what the song was, so I could then search the internet for this song. Definitly downloading this one, and I'll play it over and over again! :D

[lady zelda]

This one is just plain fun. Love that slow-down and speed-up part around 2:50. Somehow, everything just falls perfectly together. It really gives me a picture of a day at the amusement park. Just letting the wind take your hair as you ride up and down the roller coaster or simply walking and talking with your buddies. Good for a sunny day.

[link14]

This one is just plain fun. Love that slow-down and speed-up part around 2:50. Somehow, everything just falls perfectly together. It really gives me a picture of a day at the amusement park. Just letting the wind take your hair as you ride up and down the roller coaster or simply walking and talking with your buddies. Good for a sunny day.
I couldnt have said it better myself. I dont know if this is for da playlist but its a good one!

[Square-EnixLover]

I love all of the chocobo-chocobo remixes, but this one is the best by far. I love how you did the background music, it kind of reminds me of double dragon games. You also didn't just stay with the normal chocobo tune, you mixed it up, but in a good way.
Yeah, it's just overall a great song, listen to it almost every day. Mmmmyup

[sefirosu]

"HEYYY CHOCARENA!"

Woo!
Love it.

I turned it on, put it on my stereo system, cranked it up and danced!

*Listens and dances some moar*

Yep, still awesome.

[42]

"HEYYY CHOCARENA!"

Hahaha Oh Snap!

This is amazing. It has this chippiness to it that I haven't heard since Pokemon Gold & Silver.
I imagine the dance moves to this would be a cross between the Macarena and the Chicken Dance. :<
It's chocobo, it's fun, it's get down and shake it on the dance floor. One just can't listen to this and not smile.

[OA]

Lots of claps! Everyone clap!

A pretty cute remix that holds up decently, with some good interpretation. Production gets a little messy, but I can't fault this track for having a good time. :-)

[SoulinEther]

a little interpretive, but on the whole not too impressed. the melody could stand out more and perhaps be a more driving force in the song to pump you up / get you energized / dancing. second half has more energy - but melody presence problems continue.

i still can't see "carena" without thinking "hey ocarina!"

[MechaFone]

A bit wonky here and there, but not a bad mix. I like the surfer feel coming in at 2:50, got my head a-noddin'.

[Holy Land]

Haha, this makes me smile. The cheerfulness is infectious. At first I thought it could use a little bit more of interpretation and focus, but once the second half/soloing kicked in I was sold.

...and it left me wanting some more of that "Wipe Out" section. Good stuff :-P

Thumbs up.

[Codamadius]

Holy Land: "Haha, this makes me smile. The cheerfulness is infectious. At first I thought it could use a little bit more of interpretation and focus, but once the second half/soloing kicked in I was sold.

...and it left me wanting some more of that "Wipe Out" section. Good stuff :razz:

Thumbs up."

I completely agree with Holy Land. No matter what mood I'm in listening to this remix always makes me smile and feel better. I even laugh a little sometimes it's so cheerful ;-) good work on this piece.