He changed it to a Y for that extra 90's edge, I guess. Todd (VO): Ok, the dude's real name is Randall Kiper, with an I. Todd: Ok, let's see what little we have to go on here. Todd: Let's play some tic-tac-toe everyone. really basic rhyme flows and, sweet, sweet dance moves, well I've got just the song for you. Todd: But hey if you like really uncreative sampling such as was popular in the 90s. Todd (VO): Cause, there's no interviews with the guy, not a lot of footage out there I am flying blind folks. To see if I can get an entire video out of someone this obscure. Todd: I'm honestly just, kinda, doing this for the episode as an experiment. But once I did hear it, I've never forgotten it. I don't even remember how I came across it. Todd (VO): I've certainly never heard it played anywhere I'm, guessing almost none of you have either. Kyper: Tic-Tac-Toe is a game I used to play ![]() Todd: And what else do I know about this song? Not a goddamn thing! (Video for "Owner of a Lonely Heart" by Yes) That is in fact a sample of "Owner of a Lonely Heart" by the band Yes. Yes, it samples (Logo for the band.) Yes. Yes, it was a hit it reached number 14 in the autumn of 1990. (Video for "Tic-Tac-Toe" plays while Todd just dances along) I just want to assure people that, yes, was in fact a real thing. So, why don't we take a moment to explore this piece of ephemera I've picked up today, which. But every so often, I feel like reminding everyone that, not every one-hit wonder stands the test of time. mostly to explore the one-hit wonders that people still remember, not the ones. (A collage of shots showing various one-hit wonder artists) And I will admit, One Hit Wonderland is set up. Todd: Welcome back to One Hit Wonderland, where we take a look at bands and artists known for only one song.
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