I Go Ape
Neil Sedaka
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The moon is bright above Oh, what a night for love And as I hold you near I whisper in your ear I go ape everytime I see you smile I'm a ding-dong gorila and I carry on cave man style I'm gonna bop you on the head And love you all the while Well, I'm a monkey's uncle Who's a cousin to a chimpazee Like I was reelin and rockin And swingin from a coco-nut tree Oh, honey can't you see You bring out the monkey business in me Orangotango ring-ting-tong I'm related to old King Kong Honey won't you say you're mine With no hunky dunky monkey shine When you hold my hand I'm a pre-historic man I go ape! Like a barrel of monkeys On an aba-da-ba honey moon I go squealin and screechin and howlin Like a big baboon Well, baby I'll explode If you don't come and kiss me soon Yeah! Ooh! Ohh... Honey you know that I'm gonna be true to you I'll keep you in bananas and bring you coco-nuts too And we'll settle down In the nearest county zoo Orangotango ring-ting-tong I'm related to old King Kong Honey won't you say you're mine With no hunky dunky monkey shine When you hold my hand I'm a pre-historic man I go ape!
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Written by: HOWARD GREENFIELD, NEIL SEDAKA
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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7 facts about this song
Release and Charting Success"I Go Ape" was released by Neil Sedaka in 1959 as a single.
- Despite its catchy tune and playful lyrics, "I Go Ape" was not a big commercial success, peaking at only 42 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Career InceptionThis song was among the earliest works of Sedaka after signing with RCA Victor.
- "I Go Ape" played a role in establishing Sedaka's stylish, youthful image at the start of his career.
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Lyrics and SoundThe song's lyrics are full of playful, humorous animal metaphors which make it memorable.
- "I Go Ape" features a lively, uptempo beat which was characteristic of many of Sedaka's hits.
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Composer CollaborationSedaka co-wrote "I Go Ape" with lyricist Howard Greenfield, a collaboration that resulted in many hit songs over the years.
- Their partnership began in high school and continued professionally until Greenfield's death in 1986.
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Cover Versions"I Go Ape" was also covered by British singer Cliff Richard in 1963 and the Swedish band Hep Stars in 1965.
- Each cover version added a unique spin to the song whilst maintaining the fun and light-hearted spirit of the original.
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Continual PopularityEven though "I Go Ape" was not a significant commercial success, its catchy tune and fun lyrics have kept it alive amongst Neil Sedaka's fans.
- The song often features in compilation albums and greatest hits releases, underlining its enduring popularity.
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Influence on Later Works"I Go Ape" showcased Neil Sedaka's knack for creating catchy, memorable pop music.
- It laid the groundwork for his later successes, including hits like "Oh! Carol" and "Calendar Girl."
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