2014's Hit Songs Sound Even Hotter With Pillows, Beer Bottles And Balloons

2014's Hit Songs Sound Even Hotter With Pillows, Beer Bottles And Balloons

The best way to commemorate the top songs of 2014 is by banging a pair of shoes together -- just ask Andrew Huang.

The musician, also known for his "Jingle Bells" remix with office equipment and "99 Red Balloons" with actual red balloons, remixed some hit songs of 2014, including "Rather Be," "Happy," and "Shake It Off," with household items like pillows, shoes, beer bottles, rubber bands and balloons.

"I was invited to perform on German television last month where they wanted me to put together a similar year-end hits medley with found sounds, which included some German songs as well as their suggestions of 'Timber,' 'Happy,' and 'Prayer in C,'" Huang told The Huffington Post. "For the version for my channel, I wanted to replace the German songs with ones that were more internationally recognizable ... so I added 'Rather Be,' 'Shake It Off' and 'Bang Bang.'"

As for where he got his instruments, they're just about as random as they seem.

"I was staying at a friend's house in the Netherlands when I made this video ... so other than the balloon which I had with me because of this video, it's all his stuff," he continued. "I just looked around to see what I could use to recreate enough of the parts of each song so they would sound passable. Imitating drums is easy, you just need to hit stuff."

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At The 2014 Billboard Women In Music Luncheon
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The laser-cut skirt is EVERYTHING.
At The 2014 KIIS FM's Jingle Ball
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Gold and black are the colours for the holiday season. Of course, Tay is all over it.
At The 2014 KIIS FM's Jingle Ball
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Tay looks festive in this black sequin two-piece.
In New York City
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Prada bag? Check. Gorgeous oversized blue coat? Check. Perfect winter style? Check.
In New York City
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That outfit is all about the plaid coat.
At The American Music Awards
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A sleek and sexy Michael Kors gown is the quintessential minimalist dress.
In New York City
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Tay took a cue from Blake Lively and rocked a gorgeous blanket coat.
In New York City
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Ok we need that sweater. Now.
In New York City
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Those tights, though!
At "Good Morning America"
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She looks like a Faberge egg, in the best way of course.
At The We Can Survive Concert
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High-waisted shorts have never looked so good.
At The 2014 MTV Video Music Awards
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Only T Swizzle could get away with wearing a Mary Katrantzou onesie at the VMAs.
At "The Giver" Premiere
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Simple elegance at its finest.
At The Teen Choice Awards
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Tay keeps rocking two-pieces like it ain't no thang.
In New York City
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We love everything about this peach ensemble. That loose t-shirt belongs in our wardrobe.
At The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
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Angels? What angels? Tay stole the show in this lace number.
In New York City
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Tay kills it in a floral jumpsuit and a dainty purse.
In New York City
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Pastel separates will be huge next year.
At The Met Gala
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Bringing the drama to the red carpet!
At The Academy of Country Music Awards
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A thigh-high slit gives this monochrome ensemble a much-needed edge.
At The Vanity Fair Oscar Party
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She could totally fit right in on "Dynasty."
At The Grammy Awards
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One of our favourite looks of the year.
At The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show After Party
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It's all about that leg.

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