Let's see how many problems of California girls this song solves



The Narcissism: I don't know, at least this song seems to be talking about more diverse personalities than Katy Perry was.



The Awkward Rhymes: I have absolutely no idea.



Katy Perry's voice: Pinkie Pie's voice is provided by an actress who is obviously working at the top of her range, and doesn't have much room for finesse (I believe she also voices Fluttershy). Yeah, Pinkie Pie sounds like Diana Ross next to Katy Perry. Pinkie doesn't elevate herself, but she doesn't embarrass herself like like Perry (who must have the worst voice in pop music right now.



Music Video: It was mostly just clips of Friendship is Magic, so no frills. The embarrassing music video for California Gurls is considerably less sexy than it thinks it is.



The Rap Verse: Spike barely has any rap lines, so he doesn't have time to do anything badly. Snoop Dogg's verse on California Gurls is undoubtedly laziest thing he's ever recorded (he actually ripped off the Slap Chop guy).



So this is probably a better version, keeping the original song's strong points (sunny disco beat, slap bass) while erasing some of its weaknesses. Good job.