Internet Meme of the Week: Galactic Empire State of Mind"

There is no better way to get laughs online than by simultaneously parodying both contemporary rap music and classic science fiction. CollegeHumor's recent spoof, "Galactic Empire State of Mind," co-written by Owen Parsons '08, does just that. The latest in a string of "Empire State of Mind" parodies such as local favorite "Granite State of Mind" offers a recap of the original "Star Wars" trilogy set to the Jay-Z chart-topper. The result is a video with remarkable production value, incredible vocals (featuring Darth Vader and Princess Leia as lead singers) and hilarious lyrics brimming with "Star Wars" puns. With break-dancing Ewoks and an appropriate amount of Moff Tarkin references (just one), "Galactic Empire State of Mind" sets a new standard for online parodies.