saturday 9

Mambo No. 5

Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here.

 

1) Lou Bega namechecks a lot of women in this song. Is there an Angela, Pamela, Sandra, Rita, Monica, Erica, Tina, Mary, or Jessica in your life? there is are two Jessicas

 

2) Can you think of a song that includes your first name? yes, by Elvis Costello

 

3) Lou sings that flirting is like a sport. Do you enjoy flirting? no, I'm too awkward

 

4) While Lou Bega's recording became a big hit worldwide, it enjoyed great popularity, where it was used during televised cricket matches. Do you know anything about the game of cricket? nothing

 

5) When Lou was riding high with "Mambo No. 5," Cher invited him to open for her on her 1999-2000 tour. Cher has more than 50 hit records, two television series, a Broadway show and an Oscar under her belt. Can you think of another performer who has succeeded in so many areas of entertainment? Rita Moreno pops into my mind

 

6) Lou turned 50 in April of this year. Are you soon celebrating a big birthday (one that ends in a 0 or 5)? I am turning 60 in 18 days!

 

7) In 1999, when "Mambo No. 5" was on the radio, the movie American Pie premiered and was so popular it inspired three sequels. Have you seen any of the American Pie films?  somehow I missed it/them

 
8) Also in 1999, Walmart opened its first store in the UK. Do you often shop at Walmart? it is the only store around here...

 

9) Random question – Have you recently fallen asleep somewhere other than your bed? If yes, where did you doze off? on the couch