Lou Bega - Bongo Bong Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally wrote the song 'Bongo Bong'?

   'Bongo Bong' was originally written by Jose Manuel Chao, also known as Manu Chao. It is a remake of his earlier song 'King of Bongo' from his band Mano Negra.

2. What album features Lou Bega's cover of 'Bongo Bong'?

   Lou Bega's cover of 'Bongo Bong' is featured on his 2021 album titled '90s Cruiser'.

3. Which artists have covered or remixed 'Bongo Bong'?

   'Bongo Bong' has been covered by Robbie Williams and Lily Allen, and Lou Bega. It has also been remixed by breakbeat artists Cut & Run, drum and bass duo Ed Solo & Deekline, the band Noisia, and German singer Max Raabe.

4. What inspired the original version of 'King of Bongo/Bongo Bong'?

   The original version was inspired by the 1939 jazz song 'King of Bongo Bong' by Black American trumpeter Roy Eldridge. Additionally, it draws musical elements from Black Uhuru's song 'Bull ina di Pen'.

5. In what context does the character in 'Bongo Bong' find himself?

   'Bongo Bong' tells the story of a monkey who was once king of the jungle but moves to a city where he struggles to gain recognition for his music. Despite being a king without a crown in the big town, he remains proud of his title as King of Bongo.