Kong Foo Sing

Regurgitator

About Kong Foo Sing

"Kong Foo Sing" is a song by Australian rock band Regurgitator. The song was released in April 1996 as the second single and first single from the band's debut studio album Tu-Plang. The single peaked at number 33 in Australia. The song ranked at number 15 on Triple J's Hottest 100 in 1996. Ben Ely said "the song was about how Quan Yeomans had sent Janet from Spiderbait a box of the Kong Foo Sing fortune cookies in an effort to get her to go out with him."


Year:
1997
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happiness is a kong foo sing
with good fortune that it brings
so quit your moping
and crack one open
smiles abound
the cookie has spoken

ah the kong foo sing
yeah the kong foo sing
ah the kong foo sing
it's the king

the kong foo sing is a holy scripture
i heard the word i got the picture
ancient wisdom in a cruncy treat
the place where the faith and the flavour meet

tasty biscuit holds a ticket
never did i ever feel so uplifted
i once was nothing now i rock the stack
when i was young i got the foo sing contract

ah the kong foo sing
yeah the kong foo sing
ah the kong foo sing
it's the king

the kong foo sing can you say no?
do you see how to be getting with the flow?
no one to be shown within the wrapping of the dough
crack 'em by the stack and then you won't be feeling low

ah the kong foo sing
yeah the kong foo sing
ah the kong foo sing
it's the king

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Regurgitator

Regurgitator is an Australian rock band from Brisbane that consists of Quan Yeomans (lead vocals, guitar), Ben Ely (bass, vocals), and Peter Kostic (drums). The band formed in 1993, its original line-up consisting of Yeomans, Ely and drummer Martin Lee. Regurgitator's debut studio album, Tu-Plang earnt the band a significant following, before the release of their second album, Unit in 1997 that propelled the band into mainstream success, winning the ARIA Award for Best Album of 1998 and going three times platinum. more »

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Written by: BEN ELY, MARTIN LEE, QUAN YEOMANS

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12 facts about this song

Creation
"Kong Foo Sing" is a song by Australian rock band, Regurgitator. It was released in 1996 on their debut studio album, "Tu-Plang".
Track Listing
On the album "Tu-Plang", "Kong Foo Sing" appears as the third track.
Chart Performance
Despite being a relatively obscure track at the time of its release, "Kong Foo Sing" later became one of Regurgitator's most successful songs. It reached #37 on the Australian ARIA Singles Chart.
Song Theme
The song is known for its unusual combination of rock and hip-hop, blending contemporary rock arrangements with Chinese-themed lyrics.
Unique Elements
Regurgitator is known for their eclectic style, and "Kong Foo Sing" fits this mold with its unique sampling from various genres, including pop culture references and soundbites from kung fu movies.
Influence
The track "Kong Foo Sing" shaped the unique blend of sounds that Regurgitator would become known for, setting precedent for their future releases.
Music Video
The music video for "Kong Foo Sing" features the band performing in a Chinese restaurant while engaging in various martial arts-inspired moves, emphasizing the song's kung fu theme.
Recognition
In the year 2009, "Kong Foo Sing" was voted into the Triple J Hottest 100 of All Time list, gaining widespread commendation.
Live Performances
"Kong Foo Sing" remains a popular choice during Regurgitator’s live performances because of its infectious energy and catchy chorus.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics were co-written by all three members of Regurgitator, making it a collaborative effort. It’s an anthem about embracing one’s unique identity and not conforming to societal norms.
Cultural Blend
"Kong Foo Sing" is an example of Regurgitator's blend of Western and Eastern music, combining rock, hip hop, and electronica with cultural elements taken from their Asian-Australian background.
Album Success
The release of "Kong Foo Sing" contributed to the overall success of "Tu-Plang". The album went on to achieve double platinum sales in Australia.

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