Yummy Yummy Yummy

Ohio Express

About Yummy Yummy Yummy

"Yummy Yummy Yummy" is a song by Arthur Resnick and Joey Levine, first recorded by Ohio Express in 1968. Their version reached No. 4 on the U. S. Pop Singles chart in June and No. 5 on the UK Singles Chart. It has since been covered by many artists. Ohio Express was a studio concoction and none of the "official" members appear on the record. Joey Levine sang lead vocals. Joey Levine sang "Yummy Yummy Yummy" live for the first time ever in Henderson, Tennessee at the Caravan Of Stars XV, on May 17, 2008. Time Magazine included it in its 2011 list of songs with silly lyrics. It ranked No. 2 in Dave Barry's Book of Bad Songs. 


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2004
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Yummy, Yummy, Yummy,
I got love in my tummy
And I feel like a-loving you.
Love, you're such a sweet thing,
Good enough to eat thing,
And that's just a-what I'm gonna do.
Oh love, to hold ya,
Oh love, to kiss ya,
Oh love, I love it so.
Oh love, you're sweeter,
Sweeter than sugar,
Oh love, I won't let you go.

Yummy, Yummy, Yummy,
I got love in my tummy
And as silly as it may seem.
The loving that you're giving
Is what keeps me living
And your love is like
Peaches and cream.
Kind-a like sugar,
Kind-a like spices,
Kind-a like, like what you do.
Kind-a sounds funny,
But love, honey,
And honey, I love you.

Yummy, Yummy, Yummy,
I got love in my tummy,
That your love can satisfy.
Love, you're such a sweet thing,
Good enough to eat thing
And sweet thing, that ain't no lie.
I love to hold ya,
I love, to kiss ya,
Oh love, I love it so.
Oh love, you're sweeter,
Sweeter than sugar,
Oh love, I won't let you go.

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Ohio Express

The Ohio Express was a musical recording unit, mainly active from 1967 through 1970, and occasionally since that time. more »

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Written by: Arthur Resnick, Joey Levine

Lyrics © CARLIN AMERICA INC, Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs

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15 facts about this song

Band Origin
Ohio Express was a studio concoction and initially a bubblegum pop band formed in Mansfield, Ohio in 1967.
Famous Hit
"Yummy Yummy Yummy" was the band's most popular song, achieving international recognition and fame.
Chart Success
The song reached No. 4 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and No. 5 on the UK Singles Chart in 1968.
Songwriters
The song was written by Arthur Resnick and Joey Levine, the latter of which provided the track's vocals.
Record Label
"Yummy Yummy Yummy" was released under the Buddah Records label.
Genre Classification
The song is classified as Bubblegum Pop, a genre of pop music with an upbeat sound contrived and marketed to appeal to pre-teens and teenagers.
Commercial Success
The track sold over one million copies globally, earning a gold disc awarded by the Recording Industry Association of America.
Song Length
The song has a relatively short duration, lasting just two minutes and twenty-one seconds (2:21).
Album Placement
The song is the opening track on the band's second album titled "Ohio Express".
Cover Versions
"Yummy Yummy Yummy" has been covered by many artists throughout the years, including Julie London and Baccara.
In Pop Culture
The song has been featured in several movies and TV shows, including "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" and "The Simpsons".
Controversy
Despite its popularity, "Yummy Yummy Yummy" was criticized by some for its repetitive and simplistic lyrics.
Song Misconception
Contrary to common misconception, the song is not about food but it's rather intended as a metaphor for love.
Karaoke Favorite
With its catchy and straightforward lyrics, "Yummy Yummy Yummy" has been a popular choice for karaoke.
Not a One-Hit Wonder
While Ohio Express is often considered a one-hit-wonder because of "Yummy Yummy Yummy," the band actually had several other charted singles, including "Chewy Chewy".

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