Weezer | - Island In The Sun (official Music Video)

This is the more famous version, often seen on MTV and YouTube. It features the band members interacting with wild animals on a sunny hillside.

The original video features the band playing at a wedding reception for a Mexican couple. Weezer - Island In The Sun (Official Music Video)

MTV executives reportedly disliked this version, prompting the band to hire Spike Jonze (who also directed their "Buddy Holly" video) to create a second one. Comparison Table: Video Versions Version 1 (Wedding) Version 2 (Animals) Director Marcos Siega Spike Jonze Band Members All 4 members 3 members (No Mikey Welsh) Primary Theme Mexican wedding reception Nature and wild animals Popularity Less common/obscure Most recognized version This is the more famous version, often seen

This version features all four original "Green Album" members , including Mikey Welsh. This is the more famous version