Chica Chica Boom Chic

Xavier Cugat

About Chica Chica Boom Chic

Chica, Chica, Boom, Chic is a song composed by Harry Warren and Mack Gordon (lyrics in portuguese by Aloysio de Oliveira) and recorded by Carmen Miranda for her 1941 film That Night in Rio. A recording by Xavier Cugat and His Waldorf-Astoria Orchestra (vocal by Lina Romay) briefly reached the Billboard charts in 1941 in the No. 26 position. Other recordings in 1941 were by Bob Crosby and His Orchestra (vocals by Bonnie King and The Bob-o-links), Dick Jurgens & His Orchestra (vocal by Buddy Moreno), Leo Reisman and His Orchestra (vocal by Anita Boyer), and by Carmen Miranda.  


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1993
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Come on and sing the Chica Chica Boom Chic
That crazy thing, the Chica Chica Boom Chic
Brazilians found the Chica Chica Boom Chic
They like the sound of Chica Chica Boom Chic
It came down the Amazon from the jungles
Where the natives greet ev'ry one they meet beatin' on a tom tom
Boom chi-boom chi-boom, boom chi-boom chi-boom,

It don't make sense, The Chica Chica Boom Chic
But it's immense, the Chica Chica Boom Chic
That's all you've got to say to chase the jinx away
Chica Chica Boom, Chica Chica Boom
Chica Chica Boom Chic! Boom Chic!

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Xavier Cugat

Xavier Cugat (Catalan pronunciation: [ʃəβiˈe kuˈɣat]) (1 January 1900 – 27 October 1990) was a Spanish-American bandleader who spent his formative years in Havana, Cuba. A trained violinist and arranger, he was a personality in the spread of Latin music in United States popular music. He was also a cartoonist. In New York, his was the leader of the resident orchestra at the Waldorf-Astoria before and after World War II. more »

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Written by: MACK GORDON, HARRY WARREN

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11 facts about this song

Song Origins
"Chica Chica Boom Chic" is a popular song that was written by Mack Gordon and Harry Warren for the 1941 movie "That Night in Rio."
Artists
The song has been covered by numerous artists and bands over the years. However, it is most famously associated with Carmen Miranda, Bob Crosby, and Xavier Cugat.
Carmen Miranda's Performance
Carmen Miranda, the Portuguese-Brazilian samba singer, danced and sang "Chica Chica Boom Chic" in "That Night in Rio," bringing the song international acclaim.
Miranda's Influence
Carmen Miranda's energetic performances of the song helped to popularize Brazilian music in North America.
Bob Crosby
Bob Crosby’s cover version of "Chica Chica Boom Chic" also received widespread popularity. Crosby was a renowned American jazz singer and bandleader, often leading his own big band, the Bob Crosby Orchestra.
Xavier Cugat's Interpretation
Xavier Cugat, a Spanish-American musician typically known for his contributions to the spread of Latin music in the US, did his own rendition of "Chica Chica Boom Chic".
Song's Popularity
The song became so popular that it was even remixed in the year 2011 by Barry Manilow and featured in his album "15 Minutes".
Cultural Influence
"Chica Chica Boom Chic" remains a cultural icon and is still played to represent the golden era of samba music and big band jazz in the US.
Musical Style
The song is characterized by its catchy rhythm, vibrant brass arrangements, and lively vocal performances, encapsulating both the energy of samba music and the classic sound of big band jazz.
Song Lyrics
Despite its Brazilian samba roots, the lyrics of "Chica Chica Boom Chic" are sung primarily in English, with only a few Portuguese terms incorporated into the song.
Cinema Influence
The song has been included in numerous films and television series including the recent hit animated film "Minions". It was performed by the Minions in the movie and was also included in the official soundtrack.

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