Yes Sir, I Can Boogie
Baccara
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Mister Your eyes are full of hesitation Sure makes me wonder If you know what you're looking for Baby I wanna keep my reputation I'm a sensation You try me once, you'll beg for more Yes Sir, I can boogie But I need a certain song I can boogie, boogie boogie All night long Yes Sir, I can boogie If you stay, you can't go wrong I can boogie, boogie boogie, all night long No Sir I don't feel very much like talking No, neither walking You wanna know if I can dance Yes Sir, already told you in the first verse And in the chorus But I will give you one more chance Yes Sir, I can boogie But I need a certain song I can boogie, boogie boogie All night long Yes Sir, I can boogie If you stay, you can't go wrong I can boogie, boogie boogie, all night long Yes Sir, I can boogie If you stay, you can't go wrong I can boogie, boogie boogie, all night long Yes Sir, I can boogie But I need a certain song I can boogie, boogie boogie All night long Yes Sir, I can boogie If you stay, you can't go wrong I can boogie, boogie boogie, all night long Yes Sir, I can boogie If you stay, you can't go wrong I can boogie, boogie boogie, all night long Yes Sir, I can boogie If you stay, you can't go wrong I can boogie, boogie boogie, all night long
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Written by: RUSSEL JON BRADLEY, DAVID ROSS BRIDIE, TIMOTHY CHARLES THOMAS COLE, ROWAN DAVID MC KINNON, JOHN KEITH ANDREW PHILLIPS, JAMES FRANCIS SOUTHALL
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15 facts about this song
Early Success"Yes Sir, I Can Boogie" was a super success from the start. It was released in 1977 and quickly became a big disco hit.
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Record SalesThis song sold over 16 million copies, making it one of the top-selling singles of all time worldwide.
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Top of the Charts"Yes Sir, I Can Boogie" hit number one on the UK Singles Chart and stayed there for a week.
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International ReachNot only did the song achieve success in Europe, but it also gained popularity in Asia, notably in Japan and South Korea.
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Language VariationWhile the original version was in English, there were also versions made in Spanish and French, showcasing the song's international appeal.
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Song Composition"Yes Sir, I Can Boogie" was composed by Rolf Soja, and lyrics were written by Frank Dostal.
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Eurovision ConnectionThe duo "Baccara," which performed the song, represented Luxembourg in the 1978 Eurovision Song Contest, though they didn't perform this song.
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Rediscovery after DecadesThe song gained renewed popularity in 2020 thanks to the Scottish Football Team who adopted it as their unofficial anthem.
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Usage in Marketing"Yes Sir, I Can Boogie" was also used for advertising campaigns, notably a popular Cadbury's chocolate TV ad in the UK.
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Cover VersionsMany artists and groups have covered "Yes Sir, I Can Boogie," across decades and various music styles, evidencing its timeless charm.
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Comedic UsageThe tune has been used in several comedy sketches, demonstrating its influence in pop culture.
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Baccara's Signature SongDespite the duo's various releases, "Yes Sir, I Can Boogie" remains as Baccara's most recognized and popular song.
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Movie SoundtracksThe song features in several film soundtracks, including the 1998 British comedy film, "The Match."
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Revival in ChartsIn 2020, due to its adoption by the Scottish Football team, the song made a return to charts, peaking at number three on the UK iTunes chart.
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Influence on New ReleasesA dance remix of the song was released in 2021, titled "Yes Sir, I can boogie again," highlighting the song's lasting influence on the music industry.
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