Jungle Boogie
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In 1994, Jungle Boogie was repopularized on the soundtrack of the film Pulp Fiction.[3] It was also used in promo packages by wrestling promotion Extreme Championship Wrestling in the mid-1990s.
In 1992, Madonna sampled Jungle Boogie in the song "Erotica".[4]
In 1996 german rap group Rödelheim Hartreim Projekt sampled Jungle Boogie in the song Türkisch from their album Zurück nach Rödelheim.[5]
Background
The spoken main vocal was performed by the band's roadie Don Boyce. An instrumental version of the tune with an overdubbed flute part and additional percussion instruments, titled "Jungle Jazz", appeared on the album Spirit of the Boogie. There is a Tarzan yell at the track's end and grunting, panting and scatting heard throughout.
Track listing
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Certifications
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In other media
- The song was used in the teaser trailer for Dunston Checks In.
- This song was played in films such as Pulp Fiction, The Lion King 1½, Undercover Brother, Ready to Rumble and Beerfest.
- This song was featured in the setlist for Rock Band Blitz and subsequently playable as both import and DLC track in Rock Band 3.
Charts
| Chart (1973–1974) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Billboard Hot 100[7] | 4 |
| US Hot Soul Singles (Billboard)[8] | 2 |
References
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