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mef — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 19:51:47 GMT

This commercial is more than weird, it's just creepy. Who sings about a drug that helps them "up"?

It's unbelievable, and it's stupid.

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Les, Greer, SC — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 20:12:14 GMT

I HATE this commercial. I either mute it or change the channel.

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Hello!!!!!, Wenatchee WA — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 20:14:47 GMT

viagra commercials range from tacky to sleazy. The latest is only one in a long line. Then of course there are Cialis commercials (different company)that are not so bad but what's up with the his and hers bathtubs? Would you people get real out there. I believe in the age of enlightnment but some things should be private.

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Shannon — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 20:18:16 GMT

Incredibly creepy. Maybe they all take it and have a big orgy together.

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Tim Shepard — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 20:19:29 GMT

I find the judgemental tone of this article "Weird".

Like somehow, the author disapproves of taking a pill to help a hard-on, unless you are a septuagenarian.

What, exactly, is the problem here?

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pdw — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 20:20:40 GMT

Everyone is now familiar with Viagra and what it's for, so why do they have to advertise at all? Spend the money on research for new drugs for other important diseases or afflictions instead.

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Gehenna — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 20:23:19 GMT

The ad had me laughing. I don't think this ad tries to pawn Viagra off as a "party drug". Viagra isn't the only option to treat E.D. these days; and, as such, Pfizer needs to try new and innovative means to keep the drug on everyone's mind... especially those people who would benefit most from it. There's not that many young men in the band; rather, it's a wide mix of ages. The theme seems to be one that everyone, no matter what their age, should feel comfortable enough to admit they have a problem, and to speak with their doctor about it.

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Shannon, Indianapolis, IN — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 20:44:06 GMT

As with most of the ED ads, I find this one just dumb. I don't think it's creepy as much as unlikely (similar to a group of women sitting around talking about the health risks of taking a birth control pill and finding out one of them is a doctor - I don't know about you but I've never had a discussion like that with my friends). At least they're not as bad as the "Smiling Bob" commercials for the natural male enhancement ads -----TALK ABOUT SERIOUSLY DISTURBING!

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Mark — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 20:44:45 GMT

Give me a break. I see nothing wrong with this commercial. It's no more "unrealistic" than any of the others. Sure, it's cheesy, but in a way, it makes fun of men (again).

The first time I saw it, I thought that if I played in a cover band, I add that song (the Viagra version)to my playlist, as a joke.

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Bruce Parsons — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 20:48:38 GMT

I work in the addiction business and it has been known for some time that Viagra and Cialis are both taken with Ecstasy at raves by young males. This advertisement is providing social norms for doing this. In that sense it is spectacular ad. Unfortunately the interaction of the two drugs can lead to dangerous medical consequences and you wouldn't have any sense of that by watching the commercial.

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Dalton, Detroit, MI — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 21:09:04 GMT

Anyone who doesn't think that perfectly healthy men are taking viagra for an added bit of "endurance" in the bedroom are living in a fantasy world.

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Joel Halter — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 21:20:05 GMT

This commercial almost made me cry with joy. I thought I was the only one who sang about my boners.

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Joe, Seattle, WA — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 21:32:34 GMT

From an advertising perspective its very clever. It includes a catchy song that will keep playing in your head even when you wish it would stop. It markets directly to the 40-50 year olds and it ends with the guys running home excited about their newfound Love! Every guy who has used Viagra is pleased with the results and shouldn't feel ashamed hanging out and discussing it with their friends who all use it too! Give me a break!

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Betty, Denver, CO — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 21:33:36 GMT

This ad is stupid and offensive. Elvis would be flipping over in his grave if he knew his Viva Las Vegas song was going to be used like this. What kind of men are they anyway? They look like a bunch of guys that maybe are into each other rather than women.

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mike — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 21:42:25 GMT

i think viagra should be sold over the counter cheap

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David, FW Texas — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 22:08:38 GMT

To me the ad is tasteless. But let's get down to brass tacks. Viagra (and the other ED drugs) were developed to treat not ED but to treat the companies BOTTOM LINE. Remember sex sells. If you can get one on and having sex then you are doing good. But if you can get one on and keep it on longer and have more sex, you're doing great. Thus generating..wait for it A SALE or in this case multiple sales. Thus generating massive profits for the drug companies. I'm not privy to any research data but I'm under the firm (no pun intended) conclusion the epidemic of ED sufferers was created as a marketing ploy. It's also my understanding that most insurances will cover ED drugs but not birth control pills. Where do the insurance companies think these hard ons are going. Just my two bits.

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J.R. PRESCOTT, LEESVILLE, LA. — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 22:16:44 GMT

I'm a 54 yr old musician, and have NO problems in the ED arena. However, should I ever drag a couple of 20 something ladies home from the club, you bet your azz I'd bite the blue pill to keep the party going til dawn. After all, can't disappoint the FANS, right?

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L. Thomas — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 22:38:21 GMT

Maybe they're a group of gay or bisexual men - so it looks like we have quite a few gay-bashers here. On the other hand, could it be that "they doth
protest too much?"
Another angle is that there are some benefits of ED meds, even for those without significant ED problems. That secondary benefit is a pleasing new sense of "fullness" even during down-time. It's probably good for promoting overall blood circulation too....

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D Dye — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 23:03:03 GMT

Oh Moses!! This ad is takes the prize for ridiculous - although, the man who who decides to rinse off his vehicle with the garden hose because apparently his ED pill can't wait was a close second. The men in the ad sing about going home to "her" so clearly there is NO gay-bashing going on here. I don't think this ad markets viagra as a party drug - but, I do think it inaccurately tells men that today's working, professional, women is just sitting home waiting for her husband/partner to come home and screw her. Give me a break! In my opinion, Pfizer should put the money they spend advertising viagra towards more worthwhile and meaningful research.

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Elvis, Virginia Beach Virginia — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 23:03:53 GMT

The ad is okay. I just want to know when I'm going to get my royalty check! --The King

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Bobby Prada, Seattle, WA — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 23:05:36 GMT

it sounds like pfizer is once again breaking the law advertising viagra as a lifestyle drug. they just won't learn, will they?

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erin, seattle, wa — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 00:27:36 GMT

I would hate to be one of th actors in this commercial. To be recognized as the "Viva Viagra Guy" would be pretty embarassing. This new campaign is so odd and stupid!

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Annette Gallagher, Nashua, NH — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 00:43:02 GMT

It drives me crazy, that as other posters and the article mentioned, television shies away from ads for condoms but has no problem running cheesy ads for ED meds non-stop. They also seem to run birth control pill ads non-stop, and those are just about as stupid. Considering that CBS and FOX recently refused to air a condom ad that showed condoms "merely as birth control and NOT for disease prevention," one has to wonder about the standards which determine appropriate advertising.

As for one poster's comment about insurance companies not covering birth control pills while rushing to cover ED meds, this was explained to me (by an insurance professional) as being rationalized by the fact that ED is an illness so treatment should be covered by health insurance; the ability to get pregnant is part of being a woman rather than an illness, so it not up to the companies to help women prevent that. If that doesn't make you want to scream, I don't know what will.

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Irving C Pinkus, San Francisco — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 01:39:02 GMT

re: "not as bad as "Smiling Bob" ... SERIOUSLY DISTURBING!" ~Shannon, Indianapolis, IN
^---Hands off our Bob. Intentionally campy, one LONG pun, with wit. This one's just horrid.

"But if you can ... keep it on longer..." ~David, FW Texas
^---Big mistake, won't they then buy less; ref that latest chewing gum advert.

re: "a bunch of guys .. into each other rather than women." ~
Betty, Denver, CO
^---Boys just like to have fun TOO.

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Cate, Phoenix — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 01:39:24 GMT

I puzzled over this ad, and decided it's directed at the wives of men who might take Viagra. As in, "Have your husband get a Viagra prescription! It won't make him unfaithful, it will make him start a band and sing songs about you! Then have sex with you! And only you!" It also reminded me of Disney's Bear Jamboree, but that's a tangent.

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Dennis McClain-Furmanski, Dalworthington Gardens, Texas — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 01:39:43 GMT

What I find disconecrting is the fact that two fairly recently approved prescription medicines also became over-the-counter medecations in record time. I have little doubt it's because they treat two of the most important maladies of our time, erection problems and thinning hair. That is, they're the most important if you consider the opinions of the "sufferers", and consider the likelyhood that the relevant advertising is what convinced them to hold that opinion. It is intersting to note these products are for, and targeted towards men. While breast and female reproductive probme sdo receive attention, it's not nearly that of these products, and they are almost invariably prescription only. There's something economically and culturally inequal and unfair about this. What's more it illustrates the general sense of inferiority among men, whether inherent, advertising induced, or at least the matter preying on a tendency towards the former. This male-targeting marketing tendency is only the mindset that produces these inevitable, unsettling results.

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Wendy, Virginia Beach, VA — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 02:37:01 GMT

This is one of the creepiest, oddest commercials I've ever seen. The whole concept of a bunch of middle-aged guys sitting around a bar singing about their ED drug is just ridiculous. I think the "Viva Viagra" refrain is especially absurd. Elvis would be rolling in his grave! I would truly hate to be one of the actors in that commercial. Of course, I still don't feel that this is anywhere near as creepy as the Bob Dole Viagra ads...those still make me shudder at the thought of Bob Dole after he's taken the little blue pill...yechhh....

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Jon, Indiana — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 02:42:43 GMT

Crass commercialization ruins, as yet, another great song. Now Viva Las Vegas will be inextricably linked with that product.
Regarding the "creepy" element: Backwoods cabin, all guys, guitar/banjo playing guys...any body remember "Deliverance"?

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Allen Linnel — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 03:47:43 GMT

People are talking about it, and that makes it at least somewhat effective. Pfizer does not expect the ad to make you run out and try to acquire the product. Their goal is to get the name positioned in your head, so that when the other elements of the marketing effort line up, the awareness is there. If you never ever use Viagra, but you think of it whenever you think of or hear about E.D., the ad has done its job well -- it's the rest of the marketing plan that didn't work.

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Debbie Hatt, Helper, UT — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 03:58:34 GMT

The "problem here" is the commercials themselves. They are aired on all the basic channels at all hours of the day. I don't like trying to explainin what "those guys" are singing about, or why grown-ups are taking baths outdoors in the middle of the day, etc. to an 8yr old! These commercials are nothing more than offensive marketing. Everyone in the world already knows that ED is a horrible, life threatening disease that must be treated immediately, and how/where to get a prescription. Enough already.

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Robert, Cincinnati, Ohio — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 04:24:22 GMT

What is the big deal about this ad? Virtually all television commericials present an unrealistic view of life. All products are advertised in such a way as to create the impression that one's life will be immeasurably better and happier if only one purchased the product in question. Viagra is one of the few recent product innovations that has substantially changed the lives of men AND women for the better. Indeed, I think most men, after using Viagra, would like to celebrate its benefits. It amazes me that too many Americans are either sexually repressed prudes or just too embarassed to openly express the satisfaction and joy of a healthy, vibrant sex life.

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E, Memphis TN — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 05:10:11 GMT

forget the royalty checks...just send over some more pills ... but make them 100mg this time.
- The King

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Teresa, VA — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 07:33:50 GMT

I hate this commercial as much as I do the one for Stanley Carpet Cleaners with the dog. Why has advertising gone from funny to disgusting?

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Bob Queen — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 07:49:44 GMT

Geez, don't any of you have more important things to do than sit around and whine about commercials? And what's wrong with his and hers bathtubs, anyway? Get a life.

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Tim,Kaneohe,HI — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 10:04:59 GMT

The guys in the ad seem kinda "happy." It's funny, but perfectly OK.

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Mike Kinnard, Alliance, Ohio — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 11:06:42 GMT

I am tired of all the E.D. advertisements. I flip the channel when one of these commercials come on due to family present. If a person has any medical condition they can talk to a doctor, we don't need ads to remind us. I am glad these medicines exist for those who need them, but feel these types of commercials should not be aired based on the uncertainity of the audience.

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Herb, Ocala Florida — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 12:30:46 GMT

I'm 80 years old and don't have ED. Men that do, I suspect, have a general health problem that probably affects more than just ED. You'll never hear this from the drug companies. Get healthy and ED will go away.

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Tee, Washington, DC — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 12:45:28 GMT

It seems to me that the ad did it job by having everyone talking about it. This ad isn't anymore offensive to me than making me listen to tampon commercial in prime time.

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Frances USA — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 13:01:32 GMT

Like all drug ads on television, this ad is simply designed to get the unthinking masses into their doctor's offices to be treated for their latest "condition". I am SO SICK of drug commercials. Anyone with any awareness of the serious illnesses whose treatments and potential cures are put aside in the interest of drug co profits, shoudl feel just as ill. It's such a racket and so many poor suckers fall for it.

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Pat Columbia SC — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 13:12:19 GMT

My problem is that we allow ads like this but want to deny planned parenthood's ad for the use of condoms for birth control. It is ok to advertise condoms to prevent disease but not as birth control. But ED well Hell Yeah Advertise all you want to. Just not fair and very very hard to understand. I hope I live to see the day when a bunch of women are laughing about having a bunch of sex with a new pill - not going to happen, the double standard is alive and well.

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michele, st. petersburg, fl — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 13:33:34 GMT

Get a grip, folks. It's just a commercial. Besides, it obviously served its intended purpose - love it or hate it, it got your attention and the silly song plays in your head long after the commercial's over.

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Ben, Duluth, Minnesota — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 13:38:47 GMT

Same goes with tampon, maxi pads and all the feminine hygene products. All the ladies know what they are and where to buy them so WHY do I need to know when you aren't feeling fresh?

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Tom, Pittsburgh — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 13:41:05 GMT

I watched the add for the first time a minute ago, online. I was expecting some offensive, campy tripe. Sorry, I didn't see it. I'm having difficulty seeing why so many are so worked up. I didn't see any connection to Ectasy or homosexuality or any of the other "issues" listed in the comments. The comments are much more revealing of the writers than of the product. It seems many of them are simply looking for a reason to be offended.
And Ms Linn, there is no such thing as too young for ED. There are many causes of the problem from surgery to illness to psychological to unknown. Trying to stir controversy for the sake of controversy seems to be the raison d'etre for the news media.
Thank you.

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Amy — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 13:54:52 GMT

My 13 year old son and I were watching the NFL Network and this commercial came on EVERY break. After the second time, he says, "Well, that just ruined that song for me." That about summed it up for me, too

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Dave the I.T. Guy — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 14:32:33 GMT

YIKES! That commercial made me cringe a little. OK, it made me cringe a lot.
It was worse than Smilin' Bob's All-Natural Weiner Pills.

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Jim keeler — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 15:29:16 GMT

Weird? I think this ad is cool... Some buddies riffing on how fun it is to get that amazing juice Viagra adds to your erection whether you have ED or not, and when Viagra works, it is a trip. Totally normal.
It would be weird if there were a woman present.
Men understand there are some things best keep just between themselves...but definitely.
Gay implication? Nah...except as a smear tactic by jealous girls or the anxious whinings of "insecure" men.

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John (filthy green) Cash — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 15:53:58 GMT

I can't believe that EPE (Elvis Presley Enterprises-Priscilla) allowed Pfizer to butcher "Viva Las Vegas", but then again, it's all about the cash, isn't it?

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Jane Smith, Trussville, Alabama — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 16:40:54 GMT

My 10 year old son was singing this song to me and when I asked him where he heard it, he said Cartoon Network. Do you think they are trying to market this to a very young crowd, or is it just me?

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KF, Pittsburgh PA — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 17:28:57 GMT

Most men that want (note that I said WANT not NEED) ED meds shouldn't take them due to other medical conditions like high blood pressure and heart problems. I agree that the ads for these meds and their ilk are to improve the pharmaceutical companies' bottom line.

I have heard that many wives were grateful when the old man couldn't perform in bed any more because their sex lives were worthless. Viagra and its ilk have led to numerous divorces and other problems.

Why bother with the meds anyway? Take Cialis and it might work for 36 hours. She goes shopping or visits family for 40 hours. Take Viagra and it might work for 4-6 hours. She will roll over and go to sleep. We can't win!

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Steve Mills, Saluda, SC — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 18:11:09 GMT

The only thing "creepy" about this whole discussion is the people that think this ad is "creepy"! And especially those that think the Bob Dole ad was creepy. Yep, we have some creepy people out there.

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Ben - Texas — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 19:54:57 GMT

Just wait till your 4-year old starts singing Viva Viagra at just the right time.

Overall, a dumb commercial ... but catchy.

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Alec Grey — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 20:33:52 GMT

My guess is that they are trying to reach out to the gay community with this one.

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mike young Destin, fl. — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 22:45:06 GMT

If the drug companies really need free market high profits in order to invest in R & D for new drugs, why do they spend all this advertising $$$ on Erectile drugs, we all know about them, what about R & D ?? Michael Moore " Sicko" would he be right ??

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kwame, detroit — Thu, 02 Aug 2007 09:07:21 GMT

Kids will laugh and laugh if they watch that commercial on any channel. Kids are familiar with the Elvis Presley song and nowadays kids might sing that parody song in grade school.

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Nancy C. — Thu, 02 Aug 2007 16:06:31 GMT

This is one of the most disgusting ads I have ever seen! There are people in this world who have no money for medications for terrible illnesses and these slimeballs are happily singing about having sex? YUCK! Drug companies are absolutely shameless.

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Nancy C. Portland, Maine — Thu, 02 Aug 2007 16:06:56 GMT

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kwame, detroit — Thu, 02 Aug 2007 20:48:46 GMT

Kids will become pervs if they watch that commercial on TV. And they would sing and share the Elvis Presley parody song to their friends in school.

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jm, hawaii — Thu, 02 Aug 2007 20:55:03 GMT

If Elvis was still alive until today, Elvis will be hurt because Viagra wasn't around his time, and he might file a lawsuit to Viagra that someone is making fun of Elvis' song. But the whole song is parodied and is not a violation of the copyright law. Think of Weird Al Yankovic, he makes fun of songs.

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Rbragg, hinton wv — Thu, 02 Aug 2007 23:05:43 GMT

I suffer from mental priapism and restless penis syndrome and I have found this song and the product it advertizes agrevates both conditions

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B. J. Morgantown Kentucky — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 19:24:41 GMT

It seems to me drug companies should be investing more time and effort into drugs for life threatening illnesses. These commercials are offensive, and so are the ones for femine hygeine products. These commercials promote the idea that all we care about is sex.

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Paul Limberis, Littleton, CO — Sat, 04 Aug 2007 10:17:26 GMT

That commercial sucks. It's irritating. the guy with the glasses looks like he has dentures readxy to go a-flyin'!

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Paul Limberis, Littleton, CO — Sat, 04 Aug 2007 10:22:26 GMT

Man is that clip annoying. They even have the token black guy (on percussion, naturally), and the dude with the red bandanna who doesn't get to sing. Oh, brother.

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Susana, New York — Sat, 04 Aug 2007 12:24:31 GMT

I found the ad ridiculously cheesy but not offensive or creepy in any way. The men in there were not that young, as suggested by the author. I didn't perceived any insinuation to gay sex, since they were singing about how dear their women were to them. It is also false that the setting was a party or invites to party, the guys were just singing together in an empty bar.

I don't get what is the big buzz about the ad, unless it comes from its competitors.

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Dewain Randolph, NJ — Sun, 05 Aug 2007 03:31:54 GMT

If any people should have a problem with this commercial it should be Bruce & The E St. Band. Am I the only one who sees the obvious attempt?

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JC, Independence, TX — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 00:02:26 GMT

I mute all commercials and hurl if this one starts up before I press mute. Talk about drug abuse!

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darlene allison, corpus christi, texas — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 21:57:20 GMT

That sound you hear is Elvis turning over in his grave. When and where will it end? Can't we go back to the good ole days of privacy, modesty and talking with your doctor.

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AEO — Tue, 07 Aug 2007 14:57:02 GMT

First of all... I'm 53yrs old, and play guitar with the fellas too... I can't help but think what the room would be like... if I suggested we do a song (someone else's song) about an E.D. medication. Please...
I don't know about you, but I do know most men I know don't really talk about their sex lives, except for the one they would like to have, and I don't think it's likely I'll ever hear them sing about it either...
Ok... here's the deal from one musician to another... if your junk doesn't work... now there's medication for you... OK? But please don't assassinate another perfectly fine Elvis tune to get that point across... Isn't anything sacred anymore?
P.S. If your going to sing about anything related to E.D.... Sing about that blessed four hour erection... Now that... will get the girls a cryin...

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Frank, Boston MA — Tue, 07 Aug 2007 16:17:02 GMT

Many don't realize that Viagra is the drug that is prescribed for those recovering from prostate cancer surgery. Due to the trauma caused by surgery, the drug is used to help restore some blood flow to your penis, a preventative measure to help restore "normal" circulation. The effects of prostate cancer surgery can take 18-24 months for even partial recovery, and this drug provides therapeutic value. Without it, erections are virtually impossible, and it's possible that atrophy of the penis could occur if you don't maintain a Viagra regimen. And yes, I'm speaking from experience.

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Lois M, Ft. Lauderdale, FL — Tue, 07 Aug 2007 18:03:59 GMT

There was a time when you couldn't show a married couple sharing a bed. And look how far we've come. Perhaps a little too far. I'm not a prude--believe me, I've sewed more than my share of wild oats. But enough is enough. As to this particular spot, how stupid. A lot of advertising is what is called "lifestyle", that is creating a picture into which the viewer wants to put himself. I can honeslty say that no one I know would be jamming to Viva Viagra.

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Marti, R.N. — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 20:53:52 GMT

I haven't seen the ad but I can tell you I'll probably exercise my right thumb if/when it comes on. I am sick of the constant awareness of how much money pharmaceutical companies are spending on ads to a public who don't even have the option of choosing and picking them off a shelf - HELLO?!?! A doctor must prescribe them and it should be up to only him or her exactly what drug you may need to treat your ED, high cholesterol, allergies, dry eye, or whatever else ails you. Do you realize drug companies spend more in marketing than they do in R&D? Then they justify the price of meds by saying they're so expensive to develop. What BS. All this advertising should be illegal and the money the drug companies spend should be used to offset the hideous price of drugs in this country.

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David J, Eastern Oregon — Sun, 12 Aug 2007 11:07:47 GMT

It's embarrassingly awful, and I'm not even talking about the subject matter. It just makes me cringe how cheesy it is. Does somebody really think guys relate to that little "jam session"? Ya sure, real guys act like that all time. And then you listen to the lyrics and it just makes it that much worse. I change the channel or mute.

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Red, New Jersey — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 06:00:29 GMT

The add is effective as an add for many reasons; no disagreements there.

However, I find something bothersome about this add. In this commercial we see a bunch of "buddies" gathered in a dusty bar, hangin out bragging about whats most important to them, sex with thier significant female partners. It subtly portrays men as being insensitive and having only about three things on thier mind, hanging out with "buddies" in a bar, thinking/bragging about sex, and driving away in thier pickup/motorcycle. It's degrading to men and insulting to our intelligence. Does sitting in dusty bar, bragging about the sex you have or are going to have, and then driving away in your pickup/motorcycle make you a man? Any guy who gets sucked into this fantasy that this comercial portrays is really shallow if these are what he sees as the most important things in his life because that is what every other "real" guy is like.

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premierwv` — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 14:11:32 GMT

me and my wife laugh about the young men taking viagra i thought it was for oldmen on medication. but the young just kept up with the old folks. ha ha bet you the gays love this with the men folks wishing they were there.

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Charlie Smith, Atlanta, GA — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 17:13:58 GMT

I saw a dead lizard outside the house last week. I turned to my wife and said "Look, a reptile dysfunction."

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donn viviani, arlington — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 20:29:32 GMT

if there's anyone who is faithful to their wives...it's musicians on the road

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Newswatcher, wisconsin — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 20:40:46 GMT

I really found odd the commercial for one of them (Cialis, Levitra, Viagra) where all the men on the street were singing "We are the Champions" and there's not a single woman in the ad. Of course that song was made famous by Queen, whose lead singer, Freddie Mercury, died of AIDS. Gave me an idea for another new slogan: Viagra, it's not just for heteros any more....

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Fred Grnkl, Indainapolis, UT — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 21:33:54 GMT

I have a question about Cialis... are those outdoor bathtubs optional? And what happens if the neighbors drop by... do you invite them in?

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The Real Elvis, Kalamazoo, MI — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 22:39:54 GMT

Please send my royalty check to my correct address. Thank you, thank you very much...

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Blu Starz, Philadelphia, PA — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 12:02:49 GMT

Great... grown men singing about their erections... and on the other hand, grown women discussing birth control pill options .. doesn't anyone have any class these days? Why do pharmaceutical companies have to be "in your face" with their advertisements? Maybe it wouldn't be so bad if the advertisements were in good taste. Quite frankly I find it rather embarassing, not only for me but my young child who is exposed to this garbage.

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Greg, Houston — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 13:29:37 GMT

Here in Texas, us REAL MEN don't need such silly drugs. This must be an East Coast/West Coast issue.

What's wrong with you guys???

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Emily N, Washington, DC — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 14:06:53 GMT

It also seems like this commerical's underlying message is that, without Viagra, they would "stray" and be unfaithful to their wives in order to have exciting new sex. So.. it's their wives' fault that they otherwise couldn't have sex in these loving relationships without drugs??

Viva Viagra?

JV, Rochester, NY — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 15:50:15 GMT

To all the woman who think Elvis is turning in his grave, let me tell you if Elvis ever had ED he would be the first person singing Viva Viagra.

Viva Viagra?

Nancy, North Wildwood NJ — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 22:46:47 GMT

To me, it's ridiculous and gross. Bunch of middle-aged guys smiling and singing about a drug that helps them ****. Whoo hooooo!!!! Oh, with their wives, of course -- they managed to get that in there. It's completely insulting to women who have to watch this crap.

Viva Viagra?

Andy Moen, Redmond, WA — Fri, 17 Aug 2007 15:58:36 GMT

This ad brings to mind a Saturday Night Live sketch about RPS (Restless Penis Syndrome) - I am sure that after the erectile dysfunction ads have had their run, we will see an upsurge in RPS.

Ridiculous Men!

Viva Viagra?

Hannah Tao — Sat, 18 Aug 2007 03:59:07 GMT

It's very creepy how the guys are smiling in the commercial - it's wierdly off - the wrong kind of smile for this.

Viva Viagra?

steve lafayette Co — Sat, 18 Aug 2007 12:50:39 GMT

This is the dumbest commericial I ever saw. I think you should fire who ever came up with this stupid marketing ploy

Viva Viagra?

Jutta, Tucson, AZ — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 20:39:19 GMT

I couldn't think of a witty name for my fantasy football team until I saw that commercial. Thanks Pfizer! Oh and ¡Viva Viagra!

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Lynda, Naugatuck, CT — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 19:08:24 GMT

I think the ad's great! It's not filthy, creepy, disgusting. It addresses a human condition. If it doesn't apply to you, then that's great. But it may apply to your best friend, your brother or the guy next door. *walks out the door, humming the jingle...*

Viva Viagra?

C. Smith, Hurst, TX — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 20:06:32 GMT

Personally, I was struck at how energetic and talented the band was. It was a great group!
I don't care what they were singing about.

Viva Viagra?

Steve — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 22:04:48 GMT

Oh, come on everyone. Lighten up. It's just a fun commercial!

Viva Viagra?

Joan Loewen, Lewistown, PA — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 23:38:57 GMT

I'm an elementary school music teacher, and I hate to think how many of my students will be singing this song when they come back to school this September...
Joan, Lewistown, PA

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Arlene Muedock White Water California — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 04:51:14 GMT

I like the Viagra Commercial, it reminds me of
Mae West who said it is hard to find a good man but better to find a hard man.

Viva Viagra?

Dan, New Castle, DE — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 07:35:43 GMT

To me, the commercial is nothing more than 4 retards singing about erectyle disfunction of the mouth. The worst of them all is the goofball that starts off with the singing. I can't stand his horse teeth. He looks like Mr. Ed strumming a guitar. Please viagra, get rid of that commercial. it's the worst of them all. Viva viagra, oh brother !! To make matters worse they degrade a good Elvis song in that commercial..

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Scoop,Ft. Lauderdale Fl. — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 13:27:40 GMT

The ad for Viagra is ridiculous, What does the Elvis
entorage think. If Iwere taKING Cialis and had a four
hour erection I would not be calling my Dr. I would
call the National Enquire.
These type of ads should be kept between DR. & patient.

Viva Viagra?

Elizabeth Wu, Chicago, IL — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 14:05:58 GMT

wow, i've never heard of this ad until reading this blog. how creepy! honestly, how many guys sit around sining about their ED drugs?? This commercial is even creepier than the ones for Cialis, another ED drug, where at the end of each of their commercials there's always an old couple who each sit naked in a bathtub outside.

Viva Viagra?

Jay Dutton — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 15:43:36 GMT

Is nothing sacred? Sorry Elvis. Is this re4ally something to sing about? Is it really necessary to advertise this anyhow? Believe me if a man is malfunctioning he's going to go to the doctors. (Got to anyhow for the script). I really hate this commerical. The reasons are too numerous to mention.

Viva Viagra?

Bostick — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 16:20:02 GMT

I am sure that chemists all over the world are feverishly trying to invent a pill that makes womens boobs grow bigger. When that is discovered you better hold onto your hats.

Viva Viagra?

Crystal — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 04:00:25 GMT

I think they are marketing it to gay men. A new approach to selling their drug.

Viva Viagra?

Anne Lewis, Pierre SD — Sat, 25 Aug 2007 04:04:57 GMT

Anyone else wondering about the dog?

Viva Viagra?

Dorry Tuttle, Decatur, Illinois — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 13:07:10 GMT

I have been tring to find out who does the "Viva Viagra" commercials. I thought they looked like old rock singers. I thought the guitarists looked like Bruce Springstein. Is this true or did they do this to get people attention. Not unlike other famous actors doing commercials.

Viva Viagra?

Odyssey67, Nowheresville, Az — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 15:46:36 GMT

This commericial is stupid all the way around. The setting couldn't be any more far-fetched. I mean, is that a bar, or one of those oh-so-common abandoned Wild West saloons, or just the new Our Gang Clubhouse? ('I know, fellas - we'll put on a show!'). The actors/men look ridiculous - like someone told them to play 'dress-up' in whatever costume they think MANLY MEN look like. And the song (insert 'rolling eyes' here) ... the song utterly sucks. The message is 'don't worry ladies - your man will get it back up AND be more faithful to boot'! As if the two have anything to do with each other (sorry, but cheaters cheat for psychological reasons - it has nothing to do with Y chromosomes or hormones or drug imbalances).

Plus, I'm surprised no one has mentioned the most creepy line of the whole "song": "Now this lonesome toad is just sick of the road - I can't wait - I can't wait to go home ..." Whaaa? "Loansome Toad"? As in 'Horney Toad'? Hahahaha! And what exactly is he "sick" of - all the groupies? 'Yeah, I've f***** enough strange women - time to be faithful to my wife!' Or is "sick" in reference to some communicable disease this jackass has picked up in his many travels? Hey! Great idea: Have this Viagra dude also star in that herpes ad!! The two drugs can cross reference each other in their spots, taking advantage of market synergies, and thus achieve even greater commercial penetration (pun TOTALLY intended).

Or we - as a society - could just stop being such sheep and demand that the government go back to BANNING THESE ADS. Nothing you buy that requires a prescription should be subject to the same level of inane hawking as soap. If it requires a doctors say-so, it requires a deeper level of consideration than a 30 sec jingle - even the best - could ever provide.

Viva Viagra?

Mike, Memphis, TN — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 22:22:33 GMT

I hate this commercial more than anything currently on TV. This scenario would never happen in a million years in real life...a multi-cultural bunch of middle aged dudes hanging out in some off-the-beaten-path roadhouse having one heck of a time jamming with other while basically singing "long live my boner medicine".

I cringe every time I hear this. Thanks Pfizer for ruining one of the better Elvis songs.

Viva Viagra?

Karen, Louisville KY — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 22:49:47 GMT

There seem to be no restrictions on when ED commercials are aired. What we are going to have in the next few months are a bunch of five year olds singing "Vivaaaaaaaaaaaaa Viiiii agra." And I thought the Iraq war was awful.

Viva Viagra?

T, Lafayette, La — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 14:37:27 GMT

I don't think I heard of that commercial. But I don't think that people from New Orleans wants to relive that disaster. I understand that people are trying to show concern but leave it alone.

Viva Viagra?

Pat Cooper — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 21:11:30 GMT

I change the channel as soon as this add comes on, I can't even go into all the reasons for it being irritating. And shame on you Steve in SC in saying Bob Dole is creepy, I bet he is sorry now for opening up this can of worms for what he thought would be a service announcemnent to help his fellow man.

Viva Viagra?

Monty, Virginia — Thu, 13 Sep 2007 01:05:21 GMT

The ad is funny since there is just a bunch of guys however I think the media should focus on perhaps some important issues and not concern themselves with whether or not the wrong people out there are achieving erections. Whats criminal is that NBC calls any program it has "news".

Viva Viagra?

Robin, Cleveland, OH — Sun, 16 Sep 2007 14:44:41 GMT

The ad is utterly stupid and annoying.

For the record - EPE does not own the license to "Viva Las Vegas", and therefore did not sell the rights or approve of the ad. In fact, Lisa Marie refers to it as REVOLTING

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nocrap in South — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 02:46:49 GMT

Looks like a bunch of Gays singing about ED. No Women anywhere so they must be gay.

Viva Viagra?

pamela creasey — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 12:14:12 GMT

catchy tune,, where is the viagra for women?

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Kimberly Moore, Albuquerque, NM — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 09:35:54 GMT

I am so tired of all of the personal product commercials. My young daughter asks me what an erection is. What am I supposed to say? She asks what a tampon is. What am I supposed to say? She asks what genital herpes is. What am I supposed to say? I believe she is to young to hear all of this. It's just too much information. It's hard to get to the remote in time. You can screen the t.v. for programs easily enough, but not for commercials. Now they're even advertising this kind of stuff on Nickelodeon. I wish the advertisers would stop this madness already. I want my child to have a childhood. The media is taking away our children's innocence. No wonder society is so screwed up.

Viva Viagra?

John Anthony, Ventura, CA — Sun, 18 Nov 2007 13:39:47 GMT

Only in America, Land of the Free and Home of The Brave!
Society's last fling before the melts down and heats up
and "heavy duty" problems like ED will soon be seen
as insignificant problems. All these ED ads on TV, besides
being offensive and juvenile, are indicators of tangential
thinking in our society. Why are we not putting our energy
toward much more serious issues instead of making drug
companies richer? And do you really believe that so many
men really "suffer" from this dysfunction? Of course not.
It is just a campaign by drug companies to make more money
and set the idea into men's minds that maybe they can keep
"it" up longer and compensate for their lack of purpose
in a man's feeling of his proper place in a confused society.
Just try to imagine how much money it takes to run all these
ED ads! Besides preying on the mindsets of confused men,
it is really all about money. These are weird times we are living in.
It is sort of a souped-up Roman Empire type of thinking.

Viva Viagra?

Angie Martin — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 01:06:12 GMT

Can we band together to ban the personal products being advertised in prime time? We can't watch a football game or a family drama without this trash! Is anyone convinced to buy these products from hearing these disgusting commercials? Our tv goes to a different station when one airs.

Viva Viagra?

Double dipper Ellison, In. — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 00:54:10 GMT

Viva Viaraga staring the "Road Toads" the most anoying commercial of '07

Viva Viagra?

Alan Cummings — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 17:52:21 GMT

Cialis is not only weird, it's downright confusing. What is with those bathtubs? In a meadow, down by the shore, in the desert, and now with an umbrella? What the hell does it mean? And we have the freaky Viva Viagra ads also.

Viva Viagra?

Gene Douglas, Midwest City, OK — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 22:44:02 GMT

The lyrics go by too fast. I'd like to see a printed version of the lyrics, and maybe even add some more, if they aren't complete beyond the few phrases in the ad.

Viva Viagra?

Lother DeBerry, San Francisco, CA — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 20:55:25 GMT

This is not such a fun-type-jingle when repeated by an 8-year old; walking around the house, singing. It is kind of sickening . . . Really!!

Viva Viagra?

St. Jacques — Sun, 18 May 2008 22:20:43 GMT

I didn't read all of the comments on the "Viva Viagra" commercial, so this may be redundant, but...is that guy carrying his daughter up the stairs to the bedroom or his wife????

Viva Viagra?

dr.bill — Fri, 23 May 2008 06:44:04 GMT

The lead singer in the Viva Viagra commercial looks and sounds like Livinston Taylor.
dr.bill

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Shelley Law — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 09:26:17 GMT

I'd like to see equal time for a commercial with the wives of these creepy grinners sitting around complaining about how many times they had to haul their husband to the doctor because of an erection that lasted more than four hours! Funny how they never seem to ask the wives how they're feeling about the whole thing....betcha most of them would just prefer to be left alone

Viva Viagra?

Mac Mckinley — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 21:20:59 GMT

Some people need to get a life! I sing along with that commercial when they are on. At 71 years of old I need the extra help but not all the time. It has made new MAN out of me which I thought I Had lost for every.

Viva Viagra?

Viagraman — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 18:17:10 GMT

I love this commercial!

Viva Viagra?

nini — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:05:48 GMT

Uh, is this Viagra ad included in the 2007 Gunn Report? :)

Viva Viagra?

Bruce W. Baltimore Maryland — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 21:40:15 GMT

I wonder about the people that have time to ponder a Viagra ad. I think they need to get a life. I also wonder about the quality of their own sexuality. Uptight mabye.

Viva Viagra?

lk, ss, MD — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 20:37:30 GMT

msnbc & nbc plays the cialis ads ttooo damn much!
please STOP !

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lk, SS MD — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 20:48:32 GMT

hey nbc & msnbc:
Does your research show that your viewers are older men who have have penis erection disfunction/ED? EVERY AD is that annoying cialis ad. Those ads p*ss me off! pls show variety!

Viva Viagra?

Generic Viagra — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 13:08:53 GMT

Wow, I never knew that Viva Viagra? . That's pretty interesting...

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Buy Avodart — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 06:17:20 GMT

its a stupid ads.