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:
A more traditional club-oriented house version featuring Colin Hay. 80s Disco/Club
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)
It hit #1 in New Zealand , #5 in the UK , and the Top 10 in Australia .