Chris Hemsworth gives a dramatic (and hilarious) reading of Rihanna's 'Work'

Have you ever wondered what Rihanna's "Work" would sound like when the lyrics are being read by a sexy Australian? Well, today is your lucky day.

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Chris Hemsworth delivered a dramatic reading of the singer's latest #1 hit when he stopped by BBC Radio 1 this week. Filmed in black-and-white and with his deep voice booming through the microphone, the Thor star solemnly read out the lyrics – which features a healthy dosage of Barbadian patois – and only breaking out into a movie star-worthy smile a few times.

Chris Hemsworth reads Rihanna's 'Work' lyrics. Photo: BBC Radio1

"It's like I was at the Globe watching Shakespeare," host Nick Grimshaw giggled after Hemsworth finished his monologue.

"Yeah it brought up a whole lot of feelings and emotions and past experiences," the actor joked. "It makes you just want to get to work, doesn't it?"

Rihanna in the 'Work' music video. Photo: Hound Content

Speaking of work (work, work, work, work, work) – Hemsworth is currently in the middle of a press push for his latest film, The Huntsman: Winter's War, which hits theaters on April 22.

Maria Mercedes Lara writes for People.