Busted have released a throwback lyric video for 'MMMBop 2.0' with Hanson
The song is out now
Last updated 1st Jun 2023
Busted have released a new version of Hanson's 1997 hit 'MMMBop' with the band who originally released it, called 'MMMBop 2.0'. Matt Willis, James Bourne and Charlie Simpson also shared the lyric video.
Busted announced the release of their new song by sharing the artwork for 'MMMBop 2.0' writing: 'MMMBop 2.0 BUSTED x HANSON is out now! Link in bio to go stream. It's such an honour to sing this 90’s classic with the band who made it 25 years on from original release. Something a bit different that we hope will bring some happiness to all of you and we cannot wait to have HANSON out with us on tour in September around the UK & Ireland @hanson #Busted20'.
Is there a music video for 'MMMBop 2.0'?
No, there isn't a music video yet, however there is a lyric video! The lyric video features old footage of both bands.
How did they announce the new song?
Taking to Twitter, Busted shared the news with fans on 22nd May. The band wrote: 'MMMBOP 2.0 BUSTED X HANSON 💥Out this Friday 26th May! Pre-save now ➡ https://slinky.to/MMMBop #Busted #HANSON @hansonmusic.'
'MMMBop' was released by American pop rock band Hanson in April 1997 and was the lead single on their 1997 album 'Middle of Nowhere.' The track was nominated for two Grammy awards and reached the Number 1 spot on the UK Chart.
Meanwhile, Busted are set to head off on their '20th Anniversary and Greatest Hits Tour' this September. The tour will see the much-loved band reunited after three years and perform their biggest hits to fans across the country.
Hanson have been announced as special guests for the tour, along with New Hope Club and The Tyne.
When will 'MMMBop 2.0' be released?
Busted and Hanson's collaboration 'MMMBop 2.0' was released on Friday 26th May.
Are Busted going on tour?
Busted will be going on their '20th Anniversary and Greatest Hits Tour' later this year, with the band set to perform at arenas across the UK.
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