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One Shot: 2Pac's California Love leans into the Mad Max universe

One Shot: 2Pac's California Love leans into the Mad Max universe

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In this One Shot episode of Rewind & React, Adam and Rob travel to a dystopian 2095 to break down Tupac Shakur's "California Love," featuring Dr. Dre.

This iconic 90s anthem comes to life in a music video that pays homage to the Mad Max universe, complete with wild, post-apocalyptic imagery, modified vehicles, and tribal punk costumes.


Here’s what we’re covering:

  • The Mad Max universe setting, featuring warlords and a "Fury Road" style race.
  • The video's place as a potential first, and certainly best-known, homage to Mad Max in a music video.
  • The cultural impact of the "Thunderdome" concept.
  • Discussions on the Mad Max film series, including Fury Road, Road Warrior, Beyond Thunderdome, and the original Mad Max.
  • The significance of "California Love" as a West Coast anthem during the East Coast-West Coast rivalry.
  • Behind-the-scenes insights, including Jada Pinkett's initial involvement as director and Hype Williams taking over.
  • Notable cameos from Chris Tucker and George Clinton.
  • A trivia game distinguishing between Tupac Shakur and Will Smith.


Tune in to relive the 90s and explore the cinematic masterpiece that is "California Love."


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