It was voted #65 on Australia's prestigious triple j Hottest 100 of 2021. Notable Alternatives & Versions
The landscape of remixes for Men at Work’s 1981 classic is extensive, but the clear standout—and arguably the "best" in terms of modern cultural impact and critical success—is the 2021 Drum and Bass (DnB) remix by Luude , featuring re-recorded vocals from original frontman Colin Hay . The Reign of the Luude Remix (2021) down_under_men_at_work_best_remix
The Luude remix transformed the iconic "reggae-influenced" rock song into a high-octane DnB anthem. Its success wasn't just a fleeting TikTok trend; it achieved significant commercial milestones: It was voted #65 on Australia's prestigious triple
Unlike many bootlegs, Colin Hay loved the rework and recorded new vocals specifically for it. down_under_men_at_work_best_remix