The South Park Mystery: The Rock Band Song Behind Cartman’s “Poker Face”
After 14 years, a mystery from South Park in 2009 is finally solved, thanks to the efforts of numerous social media users.
A once elusive South Park mystery that has baffled fans for a whopping 14 years has finally been unraveled!
Cartman performing “Poker Face” with Kyle and Kenny in the Rock Band episode of South Park. Image Source
For 14 long years, fans of both South Park and Rock Band have been plagued by a mystery – what was the actual Rock Band song being played in the infamous episode featuring Cartman’s rendition of Lady Gaga’s “Poker Face”? Well, the wait is finally over, and the answer is both surprising and satisfying.
The Episode that Started it All
Back in 2009, the Season 13 episode of South Park titled “Whale Whores” aired, and it featured one of the most memorable Cartman performances to date – “Poker Face.” In the episode, Cartman is joined by Kenny on the drums and Kyle on the guitar. The scene even includes actual gameplay footage from Rock Band, throwing a curveball to viewers since the Lady Gaga song wasn’t available in the game until 2010.
A Sneaky Rock Band Song
Now, here’s where the mystery deepens. The footage of the gameplay in the episode was not of “Poker Face” but another Rock Band song entirely. Twitter user aWiseMoose sought the community’s assistance in identifying the song, and thanks to some sleuthing, the identity of the mysterious song was revealed.
In a TikTok video by JasonParadise, he shared that the South Park episode offered a clue – part of a guitar solo. This clue led user ahelpfulhamster to share a spreadsheet of every Rock Band song with a guitar solo. User PuppetMasterIX used this valuable resource to narrow down the possibilities and, at last, discover the truth. The song chosen to represent Lady Gaga’s “Poker Face” in the South Park episode is none other than “Street of Dreams” by Guns N’ Roses. With this revelation, the 14-year South Park mystery is finally solved!
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A Blast from the Past
For those lucky enough to still have Rock Band 4 and its plastic instruments, you can relive Cartman’s epic performance by purchasing his version of “Poker Face” for just $1.99. While the game’s store is still active as of now, it’s uncertain how long it will remain accessible. So, make sure to grab any desired songs while you still can.
A Glorious Revival?
The iconic Guitar Hero game may make a comeback in the future. Image Source
But that’s not all! There’s hope that the golden era of rhythm games, led by Rock Band and Guitar Hero, could make a triumphant return. Microsoft’s acquisition of the Guitar Hero IP has sparked interest in reviving the beloved franchise. As for Rock Band, it has found new life within the world of Fortnite. Harmonix, the developers behind Rock Band, have created the Fortnite Festival, a music/rhythm game available within Fortnite. While it currently lacks official plastic instrument support, it is expected to arrive in 2024.
South Park’s Undying Presence
Meanwhile, South Park continues to make waves in the video game industry. Recently, the co-op game South Park: Snow Day was announced, slated for release on March 26, 2024. So, if you’re a fan of South Park, there’s plenty to look forward to in the gaming world as well.
Q&A
Q: What was the name of the South Park episode featuring Cartman’s “Poker Face” performance?
A: The episode is called “Whale Whores,” from Season 13.
Q: Why did the Rock Band gameplay footage in the episode show a different song instead of “Poker Face”?
A: The episode aired in 2009, a year before “Poker Face” became available in the game. Hence, a different Rock Band song was used.
Q: What song was it that represented “Poker Face” in the South Park episode?
A: The song that played in the episode was “Street of Dreams” by Guns N’ Roses.
Q: Can I still purchase Cartman’s version of “Poker Face” in Rock Band?
A: Yes, you can still purchase it for $1.99, but make sure to act quickly in case the game’s store gets shut down.
Q: Is there a chance that Guitar Hero will make a comeback?
A: There is interest in reviving the Guitar Hero franchise now that Microsoft owns the IP.
Q: What about Rock Band? Is it still active?
A: Rock Band lives on, thanks to its integration with Fortnite and the upcoming Fortnite Festival.
Q: When is the South Park co-op game, South Park: Snow Day, releasing?
A: The game is set to release on March 26, 2024.
References:
- South Park episode announcement and trailer
- The best musical instruments in Baldur’s Gate 3 – ranked
- Major Warcraft features coming to Fortnite
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