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Meaning
The speaker is saying that parodies need some subtlety to work well. If the joke is too direct, it can feel cheap rather than clever.
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Originally said in English.
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About Randy Rainbow
American comedian, singer and actor
Randy Stewart Rainbow is an American comedian, singer and actor. He is known for his satirical videos and spoof interviews, which he publishes on YouTube, often mixing political commentary with musical parody. He has 100 quotes on the site. His work is usually shaped by a left-leaning political point of view, and it has brought him repeated recognition in major awards circles. He has received six Emmy nominations, five for executive producer of The Randy Rainbow Show and one for performance, and he has also had one Grammy nomination.
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