Walk Like an Egyptian

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About Walk Like an Egyptian

"Walk Like an Egyptian" is a song recorded by the American band the Bangles. It was released in 1986 as the third single from the album Different Light. It was the band's first number one single, being certified gold by the RIAA, and became Billboard's number-one song of 1987.


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All the old paintings on the tombs
They do the sand dance don't you know
If they move too quick (oh whey oh)
They're falling down like a domino

All the bazaar men by the Nile
They got the money on a bet
Gold crocodiles (oh whey oh)
They snap their teeth on your cigarette

Foreign types with the hookah pipes say
Ay oh whey oh, ay oh whey oh
Walk like an Egyptian

Blond waitresses take their trays
They spin around and they cross the floor
They've got the moves (oh whey oh)
You drop your drink and they give you more

All the school kids so sick of books
They like the punk and the metal band
When the buzzer rings (oh whey oh)
They're walking like an Egyptian

All the kids in the marketplace say
Ay oh whey oh, ay oh whey oh
Walk like an Egyptian

Slide your feet up the street bend your back
Shift your arm then you pull it back
Life is hard you know (oh whey oh)
So strike a pose on a Cadillac

If you want to find all the cops
They're hanging out in the donut shop
They sing and dance (oh whey oh)
Spin the clubs cruise down the block

All the Japanese with their yen
The party boys call the Kremlin
And the Chinese know (oh whey oh)
They walk the line like Egyptian

All the cops in the donut shop say
Ay oh whey oh, ay oh whey oh
Walk like an Egyptian
Walk like an Egyptian

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Bangles

The Bangles are an American all-female pop-rock band that emerged in the 1980s. They gained significant popularity with hits like "Walk Like an Egyptian," "Manic Monday," and "Eternal Flame." The group's sound is characterized by catchy melodies, harmonies, and a mix of pop, rock, and jangle-pop influences. The Bangles are known for their strong vocal performances and their contributions to the mainstream pop music scene of the 1980s. more »

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Written by: Liam Hillard Sternberg

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9 facts about this song

Release and Reception
"Walk Like an Egyptian" was released as the third single from the Bangles' second album "Different Light". - It topped the Billboard Hot 100 in December 1986, becoming the band's first number one hit in the United States.
Writing and Composition
This single was written by American singer-songwriter Liam Sternberg. - The lyrics are told from the perspective of people watching life on the streets of Cairo.
Music Video
The music video for "Walk Like an Egyptian" was nominated for Best Group Video at the 1987 MTV Video Music Awards. - Clips were filmed around parts of New York City and it notably featured people from all walks of life walking like Egyptians.
Worldwide Success
The song was a number one hit in several countries apart from the US, including the UK, Australia, and Canada.
End of Year Charts
"Walk Like an Egyptian" was ranked as the number one song of 1987 in the United States by Billboard on their year-end Hot 100 chart.
Use in Pop Culture
The song was featured prominently in the 1999 film "The Parent Trap", where Lindsay Lohan’s characters dance along to it at a camp talent show. - It was also used as the ending credits song for the 1986 film "Terror at Tenkiller" and on various other TV shows and movies.
Cover Versions
Numerous bands and artists have covered "Walk Like an Egyptian", including British pop singer Justine Washington, French pop singer Alizée, and American indie rock band The Pains of Being Pure at Heart.
Controversy
In the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks, "Walk Like an Egyptian" was placed on the list of post-9/11 inappropriate titles distributed by Clear Channel.
Impact and Legacy
In 2011, the song saw a resurgence in popularity during the Arab Spring as internet protesters adopted it as a symbol of change. - "Walk Like an Egyptian" continues to be a popular throwback hit and is commonly played on 80s-themed radio stations or events.

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