Le Banana Split

Lio

About Le Banana Split

"Le Banana Split" is the debut single by Belgian pop singer Lio. It was a very big hit when it was first released in 1979, selling 700,000 copies. It is considered today Lio's signature song.


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2012
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Ca me déplairait pas que tu m'embrasses
Na na na
Mais faut saisir ta chance avant qu'elle passe
Na na na
Si tu cherches un truc pour briser la glace
Banana banana banana

C'est le dessert
Que sert
L'abominable homme des neiges
A l'abominable enfant teenage
Un amour de dessert
Banana na na na na banana split

Les cerises confites sont des lipsticks
Na na na
Qui laissent des marques rouges sur l'antarctique
Na na na
Et pour le faire fondre une tactique
Banana banana banana

Baisers givrés sur les montagnes blanches
Na na na
On dirait que les choses se déclenchent
Na na na
La chantilly s'écroule en avalanche
Banana banana banana

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Lio

Lio (born 17 June 1962, in Mangualde, Portugal) is a Belgian singer and actress who was a pop icon in France and Belgium during the 1980s. more »

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Written by: ERIC VERWILGEN, JAY ALANSKI, MARC MOULIN

Lyrics © EMI MUSIC PUBLISHING FRANCE

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10 facts about this song

Background
"Le Banana Split" is a French pop song by the artist Lio, a Belgian singer and actress who became popular in the 1980s.
Chart-Topping Success
The song was released in 1979 and became a huge success not only in France but also in several other European countries. It topped the French charts for weeks, selling over a million copies.
Album Debut
"Le Banana Split" was the lead single from Lio's eponymous debut album, which was highly appreciated for its catchy pop melodies.
Unique Content
The song, along with the music video, is popular for its suggestive double entendres and innuendos that were considered quite scandalous for its time.
Songwriting and Arrangement
The song was written by Jay Alanski and Jacques Duvall, a Belgian songwriter known for his collaboration with Lio on numerous songs. The iconic pop-punk beat was produced by musician and producer Marc Moulin.
Iconic Style
The piano accompaniment, coupled with Lio's innocent, bubbly voice, gave 'Le Banana Split' a unique, tongue-in-cheek vibe that became her signature style.
Long-Term Popularity
Decades after its release, "Le Banana Split" continues to be Lio's most recognized song and is a staple in her live performances.
Cultural Impact
The song has been covered by many artists and has appeared in several films, commercials, and television series, proving its lasting impact on pop culture.
Controversy
The song has sparked controversy due to its explicit lyrics and suggestive video. Despite this, it continues to be a fan-favorite.
Music Video
The music video for "Le Banana Split" is iconic, featuring Lio dancing in between two large bananas while wearing a banana split outfit, fitting with the song's suggestive theme.

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