The music video for "
Ricky", directed by
Janet Greek, was filmed majorly in black and white to resemble the television sitcom
I Love Lucy. Yankovic plays the role of
Ricky Ricardo, originally played by
Desi Arnaz in the television show, complete with an affected Cuban accent. To more closely resemble the character, Yankovic appears without his iconic look of glasses, moustache or long curly hair. He is also seen briefly in several scenes as himself with his band, playing the accordion and appearing in his normal moustache and curly hair, temporarily using a
Double for Ricky. Scenes with his traditional appearance were filmed initially, and then removed his moustache for the scenes following.
Tress MacNeille plays the role of Lucy, giving an impression of
Lucille Ball's somewhat raspy voice and her typical mannerisms such as her unique way of crying. Near the end of the video, a cheerleader can be seen dancing in the crowd. This is a direct reference to the music video for "
Mickey". The video (and song) ends with a segment of the
I Love Lucy theme played on guitar rounding out with Ricky on accordion, followed by Ricky doing his trademark "Huah! Huah! Huah!" laugh.
Dr. Demento makes a cameo appearance at the very end, wearing a top-hat and beard, dancing. == Personnel ==