Bongo Bong
Manu Chao
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Mama was queen of the mambo Papa was king of the Congo Deep down in the jungle I started bangin' my first bongo Every monkeyed like to be In my place instead of me 'Cause I'm the king of bongo, baby I'm the king of bongo bong I went to the big town Where there is a lot of sound From the jungle to the city Looking for a bigger crown So I play my boogie For the people of big city But they don't go crazy When I'm bangin' in my boogie I'm the "king of the bongo, king of the bongo bong" Hear me when I come King of the bongo, king of the bongo bong They say that I'm a clown Making too much dirty sound They say there is no place for little monkey in this town Nobody'd like to be in my place instead of me Cause nobody go crazy when I'm bangin' on my boogie I'm the king of the bongo, king of the bongo bong Hear me when I come "King of the bongo, king of the bongo bong" Bangin' on my bongo all that swing belongs to me I'm so happy there's nobody in my place instead of me I'm a king without a crown hanging loose in a big town But I'm the king of bongo baby I'm the king of bongo bong King of the bongo, king of the bongo bong Hear me when I come, baby, King of the bongo, king of the bongo bong
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10 facts about this song
Song Genre"Bongo Bong" by Manu Chao is classified as a song that blends reggae, salsa, and French pop, showcasing the musician's unique music style.
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Song HistoryThe song was initially a part of the medley "Je Ne T'aime Plus", the seventh track of Manu Chao's debut solo album, titled "Clandestino", released in October 1998.
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Song OriginThe version of "Bongo Bong" by Manu Chao is a reworking of a song by the band "Mano Negra", fronted by Chao himself, first released on their album called "Casa Babylon" from 1994.
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Song Lyrics MeaningThe song's lyrics represent a story told by a monkey, living in the jungle and playing his bongo, until "KO" comes along, jealous of the monkey's bongo. It's interpreted as a critique on western modernization.
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Song Accomplishment"Bongo Bong" charted significantly well in the UK, making it up to the 47th spot in the UK Singles Chart.
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Cover VersionBritish musician Robbie Williams covered "Bongo Bong" in a mashup with "Je ne t'aime plus", both by Manu Chao. This version, under the title "Bongo Bong and Je ne t'aime plus", was released in 2006.
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Song Popularity"Bongo Bong" is considered a signature track of Manu Chao and is often recognized for its distinctive style of blending traditional Latin flavors with international influences.
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Use in Other Media"Bongo Bong" has been featured on the soundtrack for several films and TV shows, including "Daria" and "Brooklyn Nine-Nine".
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Unique StyleAs with many of Manu Chao's tracks, "Bongo Bong" is notable for its fusion of musical styles, including elements of reggae and world music, along with lyrics that blend English, Spanish, and French.
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Success of the AlbumThe album "Clandestino", which features "Bongo Bong", is considered as a successful solo debut for Manu Chao, selling over 5 million copies worldwide.
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