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{{Infobox | |image = S3 Band Grizzco Industries.png | ||
|title = ''Happy Little Workers - 24/7 Mix'' | |||
|artist = [[Grizzco Industries|Grizzco]] | |||
|in s3 = [[Salmon Run Next Wave]] (Grizzco lobby)<br>[[Jukebox]] | |||
|album = {{Splatune 3}} | |||
{{ | |bpm = 126 | ||
|track no. = 21 (''Splatune 3'' Disc 1) | |||
|audio = [[File:Grizzco Industries.mp3]] | |||
}} | |||
{{Infobox/Music | |||
|image = S2 Band Grizzco Industries.jpg | |||
|artist = [[Grizzco Industries]] | |||
|in s2 = [[Salmon Run]] (Grizzco building)<br>[[Arcade machine#Splatoon 2|Squid Beatz 2]] | |||
|album = [[Splatune 2 (Splatoon 2 Original Soundtrack)|''Splatune 2'']] | |||
|track no. = 31 (Squid Beatz 2)<br>32 (''Splatune 2'' Disc 1) | |||
|bpm = 126 | |||
|length = 1:48 | |||
|audio = [[File:S2 Salmon Run Happy Little Workers Sample.oga]] | |||
}} | |||
'''''Happy Little Workers''''' is a [[Music|song]] performed by [[Grizzco Industries]]. | '''''Happy Little Workers''''' is a [[Music|song]] performed by [[Grizzco Industries]]. | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
''Happy Little Workers'' has a very unorthodox production and is very similar to the other ''Splatoon 2'' Grizzco song, ''[[Ever Further]]''. It features a lot of abstract sound effects and heavily edited vocals, all combined with various pipes and drum beats. The intro contains percussion accompanied by Mr Grizz's laughter, then the pipe instrumentation begins. What seem to be heavily edited [[Inkling]] vocals sing an unusual syncopated melody, then transition into the verse where they repeat the same melody, this time accompanied by percussion and a higher-pitch pipe instrument. After the verse Mr Grizz's laughter is repeated as a lower-pitch instrument plays throughout a second verse, after which the song loops. ''Happy Little Workers'' plays in the Grizzco building in [[Inkopolis Square]], where the player chooses which mode to enter. It can also be heard in [[Arcade | ''Happy Little Workers'' has a very unorthodox production and is very similar to the other ''Splatoon 2'' Grizzco song, ''[[Ever Further]]''. It features a lot of abstract sound effects and heavily edited vocals, all combined with various pipes and drum beats. The intro contains percussion accompanied by Mr Grizz's laughter, then the pipe instrumentation begins. What seem to be heavily edited [[Inkling]] vocals sing an unusual syncopated melody, then transition into the verse where they repeat the same melody, this time accompanied by percussion and a higher-pitch pipe instrument. After the verse Mr Grizz's laughter is repeated as a lower-pitch instrument plays throughout a second verse, after which the song loops. ''Happy Little Workers'' plays in the Grizzco building in [[Inkopolis Square]], where the player chooses which mode to enter. It can also be heard in [[Arcade machine#Splatoon 2|Squid Beatz 2]], with a maximum score of 91 and 166 in Normal and Hard modes, respectively. | ||
==Remixes and covers== | ==Remixes and covers== | ||
=== | ===''Happy Little Workers - 24/7 Mix''=== | ||
In ''[[Splatoon 3]]'', a remix of ''Happy Little Workers'' is used in place of the original. While the instrumentation and melody are the same, the initial vocals are replaced with different heavily distorted and slightly off-pitch vocals. The song eventually transitions into the original vocals accompanied with new elements. The intro starts with percussion accompanied by Mr Grizz's laughter, which differs from that heard in the ''Splatoon 2'' version of the song. The pipe instrumentation begins, but is now accompanied by dissonant harmonies, and its measure is much longer, creating the effect of "stalling" before resuming the regular flow of the song. New distorted, off-pitch vocals with a new mumble-like melody accompany the intro. The vocals that follow the syncopated melody from the original song return following the intro, now accompanied by many different vocal and instrumental harmonies, making it sound even more chaotic. Distinct prolonged vocals similar to [[Shiver | In ''[[Splatoon 3]]'', a remix of ''Happy Little Workers'' is used in place of the original. While the instrumentation and melody are the same, the initial vocals are replaced with different heavily distorted and slightly off-pitch vocals. The song eventually transitions into the original vocals accompanied with new elements. The intro starts with percussion accompanied by Mr Grizz's laughter, which differs from that heard in the ''Splatoon 2'' version of the song. The pipe instrumentation begins, but is now accompanied by dissonant harmonies, and its measure is much longer, creating the effect of "stalling" before resuming the regular flow of the song. New distorted, off-pitch vocals with a new mumble-like melody accompany the intro. The vocals that follow the syncopated melody from the original song return following the intro, now accompanied by many different vocal and instrumental harmonies, making it sound even more chaotic. Distinct prolonged vocals similar to [[Shiver]]'s style of singing are heard throughout the song. This version lacks the verse where the "main" vocals self-harmonized, skipping straight to the verse without vocals, during which the lower-pitch instrument returns from the original, albeit somewhat distorted. After the instrument's melody, other prolonged vocals are heard. Each instance of Mr Grizz's laughter is intact. | ||
=== ''Bear with Me'' === | |||
{{Main|Bear with Me}} | |||
The main melody of Bear with Me is derived from that of ''Happy Little Workers'', another song associated with Mr. Grizz. | |||
==Other Versions== | ==Other Versions== | ||
===[[Media:Inkopolis Square Speakers C. | ===[[Media:S2 Inkopolis Square Speakers C.mp3|''Happy Little Workers'' (Inkopolis Square)]]=== | ||
In [[Inkopolis Square]], whilst near the Grizzco building, a version with higher bass and echo is heard. | In [[Inkopolis Square]], whilst near the Grizzco building, a version with higher bass and echo is heard. | ||
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==Etymology== | ==Etymology== | ||
;Happy Little Workers | |||
''Happy Little Workers'' refers to the diligent [[Salmon Run]] workers. The track's title use of "happy" is likely sarcastic or intentionally misleading, as the dangerous nature of Salmon Run shifts and subsequent difficult gameplay are intentionally hidden from prospective employees. | |||
;Happy Little Workers - 24/7 Mix | |||
''24/7 Mix'' refers to {{S3}}{{'s}} [[Salmon Run Next Wave]] mode being continuously available, unlike its predecessor. | |||
===Names in other languages=== | ===Names in other languages=== | ||
{{ | {{Localized name | ||
|color=Splatoon 2 | |color=Splatoon 2 | ||
|title=Happy Little Workers | |||
|Jap=カガヤクンデス・マーチ | |Jap=カガヤクンデス・マーチ | ||
|JapR=Kagayakun-desu Māchi <ref group="note">A pun on "[[Wikipedia:Death march (project management)|death march]]".</ref> | |JapR=Kagayakun-desu Māchi <ref group="note">A pun on "[[Wikipedia:Death march (project management)|death march]]".</ref> | ||
|JapM="You'll Be Shining" March | |JapM="You'll Be Shining" March | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{Localized name | |||
|color=Splatoon 3 | |||
|title=Happy Little Workers - 24/7 Mix | |||
|Jap=カガヤクンデス・マーチ24h | |||
|JapR=Kagayakun-desu Māchi 24h | |||
|JapM="You'll be Shining" March 24 Hours | |||
}} | |||
=== Translation notes === | === Translation notes === | ||
<references group="note"/> | <references group="note"/> | ||
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[[Category:Music]] | [[Category:Music]] | ||
[[Category:Splatoon 2 music]] | [[Category:Splatoon 2 music]] | ||
[[Category:Salmon Run music]] | [[Category:Salmon Run music]] | ||
Revision as of 21:55, 11 March 2024
| Artist | Grizzco |
| Game | Splatoon 3 |
| Heard in Splatoon 3 |
Salmon Run Next Wave (Grizzco lobby) Jukebox |
| Album | Splatune 3 |
| Track list no. | 21 (Splatune 3 Disc 1) |
| BPM | 126 |
| Audio file |
| Artist | Grizzco Industries |
| Game | Splatoon 2 |
| Heard in Splatoon 2 |
Salmon Run (Grizzco building) Squid Beatz 2 |
| Album | Splatune 2 |
| Track list no. | 31 (Squid Beatz 2) 32 (Splatune 2 Disc 1) |
| BPM | 126 |
| Length | 1:48 |
| Audio file | File:S2 Salmon Run Happy Little Workers Sample.oga |
Happy Little Workers is a song performed by Grizzco Industries.
Description
Happy Little Workers has a very unorthodox production and is very similar to the other Splatoon 2 Grizzco song, Ever Further. It features a lot of abstract sound effects and heavily edited vocals, all combined with various pipes and drum beats. The intro contains percussion accompanied by Mr Grizz's laughter, then the pipe instrumentation begins. What seem to be heavily edited Inkling vocals sing an unusual syncopated melody, then transition into the verse where they repeat the same melody, this time accompanied by percussion and a higher-pitch pipe instrument. After the verse Mr Grizz's laughter is repeated as a lower-pitch instrument plays throughout a second verse, after which the song loops. Happy Little Workers plays in the Grizzco building in Inkopolis Square, where the player chooses which mode to enter. It can also be heard in Squid Beatz 2, with a maximum score of 91 and 166 in Normal and Hard modes, respectively.
Remixes and covers
Happy Little Workers - 24/7 Mix
In Splatoon 3, a remix of Happy Little Workers is used in place of the original. While the instrumentation and melody are the same, the initial vocals are replaced with different heavily distorted and slightly off-pitch vocals. The song eventually transitions into the original vocals accompanied with new elements. The intro starts with percussion accompanied by Mr Grizz's laughter, which differs from that heard in the Splatoon 2 version of the song. The pipe instrumentation begins, but is now accompanied by dissonant harmonies, and its measure is much longer, creating the effect of "stalling" before resuming the regular flow of the song. New distorted, off-pitch vocals with a new mumble-like melody accompany the intro. The vocals that follow the syncopated melody from the original song return following the intro, now accompanied by many different vocal and instrumental harmonies, making it sound even more chaotic. Distinct prolonged vocals similar to Shiver's style of singing are heard throughout the song. This version lacks the verse where the "main" vocals self-harmonized, skipping straight to the verse without vocals, during which the lower-pitch instrument returns from the original, albeit somewhat distorted. After the instrument's melody, other prolonged vocals are heard. Each instance of Mr Grizz's laughter is intact.
Bear with Me
- Main article: Bear with Me
The main melody of Bear with Me is derived from that of Happy Little Workers, another song associated with Mr. Grizz.
Other Versions
Happy Little Workers (Inkopolis Square)
In Inkopolis Square, whilst near the Grizzco building, a version with higher bass and echo is heard.
Salmon Run Opening
A version of Happy Little Workers plays in the opening for Salmon Run. The song uses the main melody for the original track, played on a piano-like instrument with a heavy echo.
Salmon Run Next Wave Opening
A version of Happy Little Workers plays in the opening for Salmon Run Next Wave. It is the Splatoon 3 version with a radio-like filter, implying that it is playing on the helicopter where the opening takes place from.
Etymology
- Happy Little Workers
Happy Little Workers refers to the diligent Salmon Run workers. The track's title use of "happy" is likely sarcastic or intentionally misleading, as the dangerous nature of Salmon Run shifts and subsequent difficult gameplay are intentionally hidden from prospective employees.
- Happy Little Workers - 24/7 Mix
24/7 Mix refers to Splatoon 3's Salmon Run Next Wave mode being continuously available, unlike its predecessor.
Names in other languages
| Language | Name | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
 Japanese |
カガヤクンデス・マーチ Kagayakun-desu Māchi [note 1] |
"You'll Be Shining" March |
| Language | Name | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Japanese |
カガヤクンデス・マーチ24h Kagayakun-desu Māchi 24h |
"You'll be Shining" March 24 Hours |
Translation notes
- ↑ A pun on "death march".
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