I'm a Wonderful Thing, Baby

Kid Creole & the Coconuts

About I'm a Wonderful Thing, Baby

"I'm a Wonderful Thing, Baby" is a 1982 song by Kid Creole and the Coconuts from their album Tropical Gangsters. It was the first single released from Tropical Gangsters and their first major hit reaching a peak of no. 4 in the UK Singles Chart. It also reached no. 18 on the US Club Play chart. In 1993, the single was remixed by Brothers in Rhythm and released as a single to promote the compilation album Cre~Olé: The Best of Kid Creole & the Coconuts.


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1990
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Hello, open the door
Guess who's gonna ring the chimes
That's right, lend me a paper
You know I've change you right

Oh, girl, make it a quick one
I'm only here tonight
I know, sadder but wiser
I'm still the same old guy

Take a look at me
See, I couldn't look no better
Girl, I'm at my peak
And that's a fact, that's a fact

Take a part of me
You know it couldn't feel no better
Take it all with ease
Before you break your back
Or get a heart attack

I'm a wonderful thing, baby
Such a, such a
(Wonderful)
I'm a wonderful thing, baby
Such a, such a

Goodbye, sorry I can't stay
But I don't have my style
I've got a dozen or more babes
To see before I fly

Hot stuff, beggin' to see me
Why should they really pry?
Come on, give me your blessin'
You're still the first in line

Take a look at me
See, I couldn't look no better
Girl, I'm at my peak
And that's a fact, that's a fact

Take a part of me
You know it couldn't feel no better
Be sure that you breathe
Before you break your back
Or get a heart attack

I'm a wonderful thing, baby
Such a, such a
(Wonderful)
I'm a wonderful thing, baby, baby
(Wonderful)

I'm a wonderful thing, baby
Such a, such a, such a wonderful thing

Wait a minute, wait a minute, wait a minute
Okay, alright, go home
Let's just, let's just start with the A's
I just want you to show you something
Just start with the A's, alright?

Now Aida, right? Anna, right?
Anita, Anita too
Abby, you remember Abby
Abby, this is Abby, Abby Long

Abby Long, I'm goin' up, eh
Something Boulevard, hey, hey
You remember Abby, no? Right

And there's, eh, Amanda, Amanda Blue
Amanda Blue, hi, Amanda
How many is that? I ain't countin' no more
There's, eh, Sophie

Ho-hold it, ho, ho, ho
Who is Sophie?
Why don't you talk about the A's?
(I'm a wonderful thing, baby)

Hold it, hold it, hold it
(I'm a wonderful thing, baby)
Vincent, are you ready for some more B's?
Hahaha

(I'm a wonderful thing, baby)
B's, there's Bonnie, Becca

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Kid Creole & the Coconuts

Kid Creole and the Coconuts is an American musical group created by August Darnell with Andy Hernandez and Adriana Kaegi. Its music incorporates a variety of styles and influences, in particular a mix of disco and Latin American, Caribbean, and Calloway styles conceptually inspired by the big band era. The Coconuts are a trio of female backing vocalists/dancers, founded and originally choreographed and costumed by Kaegi. more »

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Written by: August Darnell, Peter Schott

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10 facts about this song

Origin
"I'm a Wonderful Thing, Baby" is a song by American musician Kid Creole and his band, Kid Creole & The Coconuts. The band is primarily known for its fusion of Latin, jazz, and funk music with theatrical performances.
Success
Released in 1982, "I'm a Wonderful Thing, Baby" is one of the band's most successful hits. The song reached number 4 on the UK Singles Chart and stayed in the charts for a total of 11 weeks.
Band Line-Up
The band Kid Creole & The Coconuts is comprised of several various artists. The mainstay of the group and lead vocalist is August Darnell, aka Kid Creole.
Creation
The creation of "I'm a Wonderful Thing, Baby" displays the diverse skill set of Kid Creole as he was the song's main writer and producer.
Post Release
After its release, the song has been remixed and covered by several artists. It has also been included on numerous compilation albums.
Style of Music
Like many of Kid Creole and the Coconuts' songs, "I'm a Wonderful Thing, Baby" is upbeat and catchy, combining elements of dance, funk, and pop with a distinct Latin flavor.
Album
"I'm a Wonderful Thing, Baby" is a part of the album "Tropical Gangsters". This album also boasts of other popular songs like "Stool Pigeon" and "Annie, I'm Not Your Daddy".
Lyrics
The song's lyrics are reportedly a satirical take on male boasting - a theme Kid Creole often explored due to his fascination with masculinity and Latin machismo.
Music Video
The song's music video showcases the band's eccentric stage persona, featuring lavish costumes, vibrant set design, and choreographed dance routines.
Live Performances
"I'm a Wonderful Thing, Baby" has become a regular part of Kid Creole's live performances. It usually serves as a high-energy number that engages with the audience.

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