Whirly Girl
Oxo
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Let me tell you 'bout the girl I know She's been to Paris France And she can dance Like a spinning top She's got no stop She picks you up and then She lets you drop Listen Oooh Let me tell you 'bout the girl I know 'Cause she's really hip And she can go go go Like a straight shooter she's got her downs Won't hesitate to put you on the ground She's been with the Rolling Stones On their tours And in their homes Won't tell you where she's bound 'Cause she ain't lost and don't want to be found But Oooh, maybe tonight Yeah, she'll find the time To give me her phone So I can call her at home But she's so whirly Whirly whirly whirly whirly girl (yeah yeah) Whirly girl (yeah yeah) whirly girl Whirly whirly whirly whirly girl Whirly girl whirly girl Let me tell you 'bout the girl I know She's been to Paris France And she can dance Like a spinning top She's got no stop She picks you up and then She lets you drop This girl just combs her hair And takes her tea With millionaires She's sitting in the latest styles With open legs And mysterious smiles Oooh, maybe tonight Yeah, she'll find the time To give me her phone So I can call her at home Hey Oooh-oooh Whirly whirly whirly whirly girl Whirly girl whirly girl Whirly whirly whirly whirly girl Whirly girl whirly girl Ooo, whirly whirly Ooo, whirly whirly Whirly whirly whirly whirly girl Whirly girl Watch her go go go Watch her go go go, oh Watch her go go go Watch her go go go, oh
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Written by: ISMAEL ANGEL LEDESMA
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7 facts about this song
Artist History"Whirly Girl" was delivered by the American band OXO, which was formed in the early 1980s.
- Ish Ledesma, the lead vocalist, founder, guitarist, and songwriter of Oxo, had previously been a member of the band Foxy.
- Oxo was split by the year 1985, making "Whirly Girl" their only notably successful hit.
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Song PopularityThe song "Whirly Girl" was released in 1983 and rapidly gained noticeable attention.
- "Whirly Girl" became a significant hit, and it peaked at number 28 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1983, making it Oxo's most successful single.
- It is widely known and regarded as a classic example of 1980s pop and New Wave music.
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Song Composition"Whirly Girl" was written and composed by Ish Ledesma, leading to its distinct sound.
- The song displays the typical upbeat, energetic rhythm synonymous with 80's pop and new wave genre.
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Media AppearanceThe song "Whirly Girl" was featured in a variety of films and TV shows, helping to broaden its reach and popularity.
- One prominent example is its appearance in the 1984 comedy movie "Bachelor Party," starring Tom Hanks.
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Cover VersionsDespite Oxo's dissolution, "Whirly Girl" remains a vibrant part of popular culture and has been covered by various artists over the years.
- An example of this is the cover by the band Cinema during the 80s, which managed to bring the song further into the public's consciousness.
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Personal BackgroundThe song "Whirly Girl" was written about Ish Ledesma's wife. In interviews, Ish often refers to his wife as his "whirly girl."
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Influence and LegacyThough Oxo was only active for a short period, "Whirly Girl" has continued to captivate audiences and is often played on 80's, pop, and New Wave radio stations.
- The song's catchy tune and melody continue to be a nostalgic icon of the vibrant and eclectic music scene of the 1980s.
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