Mondo Bongo
Joe Strummer & the Mescaleros, Joe Strummer
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There's something there (La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la) (La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la) I was patrolling a Pachinko Nude noodle model parlor in the Nefarious zone Hanging out with insects under ducting The C.I.A was on the phone Well (La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la) Such is life (La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la) Latino caribo, mondo bongo The flower looks good in your hair Latino caribo, mondo bongo Nobody said it was fair, oh (La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la) (La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la) (La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la) (La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la) Latino caribo, mondo bongo The flower looks good in your hair Latino caribo, mondo bongo Nobody said it was fair (La, la, la, la, la, la) (La, la, la, la, la) (La, la, la, la, la, la) (La, la, la, la, la) (La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la) (La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la) Latino caribo, mondo bongo The flower looks good in your hair Latino caribo, mondo bongo Nobody said it was fair For the Zapatistas I'll rob my sisters Of all the curtain and lace Down at the bauxite mine You get your own uniform Have lunchtimes off Take a monorail to your home Checkmate, baby God bless us and our home Whereever we roam Now take us home, flaquito Latino caribo, mondo bongo The flower looks good in your hair Latino caribo, mondo bongo Nobody said it was fair Latino caribo, mondo bongo The flower looks good in your hair Latino caribo, mondo bongo Nobody said it was fair Latino caribo, mondo bongo
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Written by: Pablo Cook, John Mellor Strummer, Scott Shields, Martin Paul Slattery, Tymon Dogg
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Mondo Bongo" is notably a diverse fusion of reggae, punk, and world music, drawn from Joe Strummer's love for various music styles.
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Album AppearanceThis song is a track from the album 'Sandinista!' by "The Clash", an English punk rock band. Strummer was one of the main members of this band.
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Song DurationThe original version of "Mondo Bongo" runs for 6 minutes and 14 seconds, making it one of the longer songs on the 'Sandinista!' album.
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Language DiversityThe song is primarily sung in English but features a French verse by Joe Strummer, reflecting his multi-cultural influences.
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Pop Culture Appearance"Mondo Bongo" was used in the film, "Mr. and Mrs. Smith", a 2005 action-comedy film starring Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt. It was played during an intense, romantic dance scene.
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Critical ReceptionWhile 'Sandinista!' received mixed reviews, "Mondo Bongo" was commended for its experimental lyrics and fusion of musical styles.
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LegacyDespite the mixed initial reception of the album, "Mondo Bongo" has since grown to be considered as one of The Clash's underappreciated gems.
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Song MeaningWhile the song's title and lyrics seem vaguely nonsensical, "Mondo Bongo" speaks of a chaotic, global “bongo” where everyone participates in a chaotic, yet harmonious rhythm of life.
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InstrumentationThe song is marked by extensive use of drums, setting a tribal undertone which is complemented by Joe Strummer's distinct vocals.
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Performance HistoryThough "The Clash" performed several songs from 'Sandinista!' live, there is no recorded evidence that "Mondo Bongo" was ever performed live.
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