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

While it looks exotic, it was actually filmed in the hills of Simi Valley, California . 2. The "Mexican Wedding" Version (Directed by Marcos Siega)

Only three band members (Rivers Cuomo, Brian Bell, and Patrick Wilson) appear.

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 Weezer - Island In The Sun (Official Music Video)

The most notable feature of Weezer's music video is that there are actually two distinct official versions with completely different concepts and directors. 1. The "Animal" Version (Directed by Spike Jonze)

This version features all four original "Green Album" members , including Mikey Welsh. While it looks exotic, it was actually filmed

Bassist Mikey Welsh was missing because he had left the band and was hospitalized just before the shoot.

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 "Animal" Version (Directed by Spike Jonze) This

The original video features the band playing at a wedding reception for a Mexican couple.