Megamix

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About Megamix

"Megamix" is a 1988 single by German band Boney M. The single peaked at #1 in the French charts and was a minor success in the UK where it peaked at #52. The megamix is a medley of remixed Boney M. hits, "Rivers of Babylon", "Sunny", "Daddy Cool" and "Rasputin", the 12" version being extended with "Ma Baker" and "Gotta Go Home". The B-side of the German single, a remix of the group's 1978 hit "Rasputin", was issued as an A-side in the UK where the Megamix was backed with a remix of their 1978 chart-topper "Mary's Boy Child - Oh My Lord".  


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By the rivers of babylon, where we sat down
Yeah we wailed, remembered Zion
By the rivers of Babylon, where we sat down
Yeah we wailed, remembered Zion
When the wicked carried us away in captivity
Required from us a song
Now, how shall we sing the lord's song in a strange land

Sunny, yesterday my life was filled with rain
Sunny, you smiled at me and really eased the pain
The dark days are gone and the bright days are here
My sunny one shines so sincere
Sunny, one so true, I love you

Freeze
I'm ma baker, but yer han"s in the air an' gimme all yer money

She's crazy like a fool
What about daddy cool
Daddy, daddy cool daddy, daddy cool
Daddy, daddy cool daddy, daddy cool
Hey hey hey
Hey hey hey hey
Hey hey hey hey
Hey hey hey
Hey hey hey hey
Hey hey hey hey

There lived a certain man in russia long ago
He was big and strong, in his eyes a flaming glow
Most people looked at him with terror and with fear
But to moscow chicks he was such a lovely dear
He could preach the bible like a preacher
Full of love, ecstasy and fire
But, he also was a kind of teacher in them put desire

Ra ra rasputin
Lover of the russian queen
They put some poison into his wine
Ra ra rasputin
Russia's greatest love machine
He drank it all and said I' ll be fine
Ra ra rasputin
Lover of the russian queen
They didn't quit, they wanted his head
Ra ra rasputin
Russia's greatest love machine
An' so they shot him 'til he was dead
Oh those russians

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Boney M.

"Boney M." began as a Euro-Caribbean vocal group created by German record producer Frank Farian. Originally based in West Germany, the four original members of the group's official line-up were Liz Mitchell (lead singer) and Marcia Barrett from Jamaica, Maizie Williams from Montserrat and Bobby Farrell from Aruba. The group was formed in 1975 and achieved popularity during the disco era of the late 1970s. The group's catalogue has sold more than 150 million albums and singles worldwide with most sales in the UK and Germany. After celebrating Boney M.'s 10th anniversary in early 1986, the group officially disbanded, splitting into two groups with an original member in each, both bearing the 'Boney M' name. The male lead, Bobby Farrell, appeared as da… more »

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Written by: TRADITIONAL, FRANK FARIAN

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Megamix" by Boney M. is a pop/dance track, amalgamating various popular songs by the group into a single continuous piece.
Release Timing
The song was released in 1988, nearly a decade after the band's initial wave of popularity in the late 1970s.
Chart Success
Despite its late release, "Megamix" found global success, charting high in numerous countries. It reached number 1 in France, also charting in the top 10 in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, Switzerland, and the UK.
Inclusion in a Compilation Album
The song is included in the album "The Greatest Hits" which was also released in 1988.
Song Composition
"Megamix" includes remixes of multiple Boney M's songs including "Rivers of Babylon", "Daddy Cool", "Rasputin", and "Sunny".
Artist Background
Boney M. is a euro-disco group created by German record producer Frank Farian. The group had four members: Marcia Barrett, Liz Mitchell, Maizie Williams, and Bobby Farrell.
Farian's Contribution
Frank Farian, apart from producing the group's songs, also provided vocals for some of their tracks. However, it's not confirmed if he sang in "Megamix".
Visual Appeal
The group was known as much for their music as their flamboyant, often outrageous costumes, and energetic dance routines, which became a defining aesthetic of their brand and were part of their performances of the songs included in "Megamix".
Awards and Accolades
While "Megamix" itself did not win any specific awards, the tracks it comprises include some of the group's biggest hits that have received numerous recognitions.
Cultural Impact
The spectacular success of Boney M.'s songs, including those in the "Megamix", played a significant role in defining the disco genre and influencing the sound of pop music that followed.

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