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COFFEE BREAK | Violinist Lara St. John takes on ‘Anaconda’ by Nicki Minaj (Video)

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(via) Released just today, virtuoso violinist Lara St. John has taken up the challenge to rework Nicki Minaj’s latest hit “Anaconda”. Renaming it “Anachorda”, St. John hired out a number of well-known Vancouver musicians to help her bridge the great style divide. Her approach was to focus on the rhythmic element,  rather than the controversial lyrics, which have received some criticism. The original is inspired by Sir Mix-a-Lot’s Baby Got Back, which is all about celebrating a “big butts”.

To compare the two, see here. (Warning: some readers may find this video and lyrics offensive, and is not appropriate for work).