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Does Beyoncé’s ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’ Rip Off A Children’s Show Theme Song?

Author Dave & Chuck the Freak
Is Beyonce's new hit a rip of a popular TV show theme song? (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

I feel like as an artist, you never want your new hit song to be compared to a theme song from a popular children’s show. However, that’s what’s happening right now to one of the biggest artists in the world! So, does Beyoncé’s “Texas Hold ‘Em” rip off a children’s show theme song?

Many are people are saying it does! Including the guy who composed the original theme song! Is she going to be in trouble for this?

Does Beyoncé’s ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’ Rip Off A Children’s Show Theme Song?

Around here, we’re all too familiar with this show. You think we could let a theme song from a popular Canadian cartoon show go by unnoticed? I don’t think so! Social media is claiming that Beyoncé’s new hit sounds a lot like the theme song from Franklin!

Remember that show? The adorable little turtle with the hat and scarf thing? I remember him. I loved that show. Turns out, a lot of the internet remembers that show, too! Because it’s been put back in the spotlight thanks to “Texas Hold ‘Em.”

First, the song has been absolutely everywhere since it dropped in mid-February. It’s a bop. It’ll probably be one of the biggest songs of the year, seeing the way it’s already taking over TikTok. However, there could be a problem. Does the song rip off Franklin?

People were trying to figure out why her new song sounded so familiar. However, many couldn’t quite put their finger on it. Then, it clicked. Now, everyone is noticing it seems like. Including the guy who composed the original theme song!

Bruce Cockburn, the composer of the theme song, did notice the similarities between the two songs. However, he seems to support Queen B! Cockburn told PEOPLE, “I think Beyoncé’s ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’ is a good record. Unfortunately I can’t claim to have had any part in writing it. The rhythmic feel is similar to my theme song for the Franklin TV series, but to my ears that’s where the similarity stops. ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’ is her song, and I wish her success with it.”

That seems like a kind statement! It doesn’t seem like Beyoncé will have to worry about any lawsuits over this song. Check the two songs out below and compare them for yourself!

https://www.tiktok.com/@just_danilynne/video/7340502186163539246?q=franklin%20and%20Texas%20hold%20em&t=1709143393410

@jarredjermaine

People are saying Beyoncé “Texas Hold ‘Em” sounds like this song 🤔 #beyonce #music #texasholdem

♬ TEXAS HOLD 'EM - Beyoncé

6 Songs To Immediately End The Party According To Lisa Way

It is no secret that Lisa Way has a party past. Her occasional stories have become a thing of legend on the show!

As difficult as it is to believe now, she even once owned her own karaoke machine. Our Lisa of today, however, still enjoys a gathering, but she has her limits. And, if the party happened to be taking place at her house, she has we way to let everybody know that it’s time to go.

6 Songs To Immediately End The Party According To Lisa Way

Throughout the history of Dave & Chuck The Freak, Lisa has made several references to certain songs that she will put on at her parties in an effort to make her guests want to leave on their own.

I think we’ve all been there. It’s getting late, you’re getting tired, and the party is not dying down. What do you do? You could join in! Get your sleep another time. Additionally, you could turn off the music and tell everyone to “go home!” However, that won’t make you the most popular friend at the party. They will certainly be talking about you afterwards. You can’t do that. It’s not an option.

What you can do? Pretend to go along with it, while secretly sabotaging your own party. That’s right, it requires some self-sabotage. You get an awful playlist going that will make them want to leave. It’s the perfect idea. Can’t you just see Lisa executing this at a party? It’s a brilliant plan.

Right here, right now, for the first time ever, Lisa is revealing some of her go to party ending songs! Would any of these make you want to bail on a party? Check out the list of party ending songs below! Hopefully, you’ll stick around until the end. We don’t want the songs to be so bad that even the list makes you want to go home!

  • Kenny G - "Songbird"

    Wow. If this song comes on during the party, it’s definitely time to grab your coat. The party is over. There’s nothing left to see here. Great pick by Lisa.

  • Beach Boys - "Barbara Ann"

    No matter which version you prefer, this should get the job done. Nobody will want to stick around much longer once this starts playing. It’s a shame because The Beach Boys have many songs that would be great for parties. However, not this one!

  • Chicago - "You're The Inspiration"

    Just because there are some people at a party in the music video doesn’t mean your party is going to dig the song. Somehow, guests in the video didn’t leave immediately. Hopefully, things will go differently for you. Personally, I’m getting out of there if I hear this. I guess the same goes for pretty much any Chicago song, actually.

  • 4 Non Blondes - "What's Up?"

    If all goes right, your guests will be asking, “what’s going on?” when 4 Non Blondes come on. Sure, it’s a great road trip song. Maybe a good pick for the girls. However, the party in general does not want to hear this. It will upset them and they will leave. Just as you planned.

  • Simon And Garfunkel - "The Sound Of Silence"

    There are many different versions of this song out there. None of them should be played at a party. That is…unless you want your guests to leave. Which we do! So, play it loud and proud! Maybe even play it twice in case anyone misses any part of the song. Yup, that will do the trick.

  • Crash Test Dummies - "Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm"

    Oh, man. This would hurt to hear at a party. Actually, it could be dangerous how fast they all start running for the door. You’re going to want to make sure you’re somewhere safe and secure. They are going to leave, and they are going to leave aggressively. It will be like your home is Walmart on Black Friday. Only instead of trying to enter, they’re racing to leave.

Cort Freeman was born and raised in Metro Detroit. He was named Clarkston High School 2009 Class Clown 13 years after graduating. Totally normal thing to happen. That’s thanks to his time spent as an Intern at Comedy Central and Social Media Correspondent for The Colbert Report. Cort has done comedy across the country, both standing up and sitting down. When he’s not trying to make you laugh on-air and online, he’s probably at home enjoying his favorite shows like Seinfeld, South Park, and The Office. He’s also totally uncomfortable writing about himself in the third person. Cort enjoys writing about comedy, food, sports, and entertainment. So, basically anything and everything.

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