We’ve heard several renditions of AC/DC’s “Thunderstruck” before, but to play this rock song on a Chinese guzheng? Now that’s a first.
YouTube sensation Moyun has captivated audiences worldwide with her masterful rendition of AC/DC’s “Thunderstruck” on the guzheng, a classical Chinese string instrument. This Hong Kong artist showcases the guzheng’s versatility by skillfully combining the roles of rhythm and lead guitars, vocals, and even drums.
Her channel, 墨韵 Moyun Official, boasts over 362,000 followers and has amassed 3.9 million views for this cover alone. Viewers can witness her talent and creativity in action as she explores the full spectrum of the rock classic using the guzheng’s broad range.
The diverse musical genres prove no challenges for Moyun, as she offers her audience a rich tapestry of guzheng covers that span rock, pop, classical, soundtracks, hip-hop, and traditional Chinese compositions. Her eclectic mix has attracted over 25 million views in total on YouTube, with each video featuring Moyun in various thematic costumes, though she remains faceless to the audience.
Among her collection, this guzheng rendition of The Eagles’ “Hotel California” stands out, enchanting viewers with its unique sound and accumulating ten million views in the process. This cover not only highlights Moyun’s guzheng prowess but also her talent in percussion. The Eagles would be proud of this unorthodox cover.
Moyun’s cover of “Thunderstruck” is her second most popular video. AC/DC dropped the song as the lead single of their 1990 album The Razors Edge. The song has become a firm fan favorite over the years and is currently their third most streamed song on Spotify, with 1.2 billion streams. Since its release the track has been played at nearly every single AC/DC show.
“Thunderstruck,” Moyun’s second most popular video (just behind “Hotel California”, honors the 1990 hit single from AC/DC’s album The Razors Edge. A beloved track among fans, it ranks as the band’s third most-streamed song on Spotify with 1.2 billion plays as of now. The Young brothers, Angus and Malcolm, crafted this song with Angus devising the memorable guitar intro. Despite the song’s straightforward lyrics, its title draws inspiration from a childhood toy, the Thunderstreak, revealing a nostalgic touch to the rock anthem.