The Oogum Boogum Song

Brenton Wood

About The Oogum Boogum Song

"The Oogum Boogum Song" was originally performed by Brenton Wood. It was released in 1967 on the album Oogum Boogum. It was written by Wood (under his real name, Alfred Smith). The song peaked at number 34 in the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 19 R&B. It was also a hit on the Canadian R&B chart, where it reached number 9."The Oogum Boogum Song" ends the film Devil's Due and is featured on the soundtrack of the 2018 movie, Love, Simon.


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2003
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Brenton Wood

Brenton Wood (born Alfred Jesse Smith, July 26, 1941, Shreveport, Louisiana) is an American singer and songwriter, best known for his two 1967 hit singles: "The Oogum Boogum Song" and "Gimme Little Sign". more »

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Release Date
"The Oogum Boogum Song" was released in the year 1967. The song gained considerable popularity with its easy-going melody and memorable lyrics.
Album Name
The song is a part of Brenton Wood's album "Oogum Boogum", which is named after the song itself.
Genre Classification
The song belongs to the R&B genre which was very popular in the 1960's. It also has traces of pop and soul music.
Record Label
It was released under the label Double Shot Records, a label famously known for releasing popular hit singles during the late 1960's.
Chart Performance
Brenton Wood's "The Oogum Boogum Song" performed well on the charts. It reached #34 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and #19 on the US Billboard R&B chart.
Additional Covers
The song has been covered by different artists over the years, notably Alex Chilton and Toni Basil who included it in their album releases.
Song Composition
The term "Oogum Boogum" is nonsensical - it doesn't have any particular meaning. It's a fun, playful term that goes along with the song's overall playful and light-hearted vibe.
Brenton Wood's Background
Brenton Wood, real name Alfred Jesse Smith, is a popular American singer and songwriter known for his soulful voice and catchy songs. "The Oogum Boogum Song" is one of his most popular songs till date.
Use in Popular Culture
The song has been used in various films and TV series due to its catchy tune and nostalgic feel. Some examples include "Devil's Due" (2014), "The Skeleton Twins" (2014), and the television show "American Dad".
Legacy
More than 50 years after its release, "The Oogum Boogum Song" continues to be enjoyed by fans of classic R&B and soul music. It solidified Brenton Wood's career and holds a special place in 1960's popular music.

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