hakuna matata
‘The Lion King’ fans ridicule “Hakuna Matata” remake ahead of release
We’re a week away from the upcoming live-action remake of Disney’s The Lion King. Earlier this week, we finally got a sneak peek at one of the most well-known songs from the film — ”Hakuna Matata.” However, not everyone loves the new version. Read more: Underoath release anthemic new track from deluxe version of ‘Erase Me’ […]
‘The Lion King’ revamps “Hakuna Matata” in new teaser
The countdown continues as the next Disney live-action remake of a beloved classic, The Lion King, quickly approaches release. To keep anticipation high, the film dropped yet another teaser showcasing a classic element from the original animated version. Last month, we got a taste of Beyoncé, who plays Nala, and Donald Glover/Childish Gambino, who plays Simba, […]
Kenyan band claim Disney stole trademark phrase “Hakuna Matata”
Kenyan band, Them Mushrooms, are threatening Disney with legal action after accusing the company of stealing the phrase “Hakuna Matata.” Speaking with TMZ, frontman John Katana insists his band popularized the phrase in 1982 through popular single, “Jambo Bwana.” Disney trademarked the phrase in 1994 to protect Lion King-related merchandise. Read more: Disney trademark “Hakuna […]
Disney trademark “Hakuna Matata” elicits negative reaction
Disney has come under scrutiny because of their trademark on the Swahili phrase “Hakuna Matata.” The Lion King quote roughly translates to “no worries” in East African. Of the complaints regarding Disney’s trademark, the main issue seems to involve the idea that Disney is commodifying part of the language. Read more: ‘Nightmare Before Christmas’ gingerbread […]
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