Oscar Isaac, the acclaimed actor known for his roles in Dune and Star Wars, recently charmed audiences on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. While his magnificent Dune beard and anecdotes about bonding with Jessica Chastain are noteworthy, the highlight of the interview was undoubtedly Oscar Isaac’s performance of “The Hippopotamus Song.” Warning: this song is incredibly catchy and may get stuck in your head!
But what exactly is “The Hippopotamus Song”? The song emerged during a conversation about how Isaac developed his on-screen relationship with Dune co-star Timothée Chalamet. Jimmy Fallon inquired if Isaac, who sings lullabies to his own children, serenaded Chalamet. This led to the revelation of Oscar Isaac’s original guitar songs, particularly “The Hippopotamus Song,” a favorite among his children.
Despite being described as a lullaby, “The Hippopotamus Song” is anything but calming. It’s an energetic and playful tune that’s guaranteed to bring joy, especially to children. In fact, the song is so infectious that Fallon himself joined in, singing along as Isaac enthusiastically played the guitar.
Watch Oscar Isaac perform 'The Hippopotamus Song' on YouTube – a funny and energetic tune that delights audiences For those eager to sing along, here are some of the memorable lyrics:
Hippopotamus. Hippopotamus. Hippopotamus. Ahhhhhmph. I’m a hippopotamus. I like swimming, but I’m dangerous. If you get to close to me, I might just bite your feet. Hippopotamus. Hippopotamus. Hippopotamus. I’m a hippopotamus. I’m a hippopotamus. I’m fat and dangerous If you don’t understand, I might just bite your hand. Hippopotamus. Hippopotamus. Hippopotamus. Hippopotamus.
The world needs a music video for “The Hippopotamus Song,” featuring Oscar Isaac, his guitar, and perhaps even a cameo from Jimmy Fallon. Imagine a hippopotamus co-star grooving to this delightful song! Until then, we’ll keep this catchy tune on repeat.
