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The most popular version of "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" was recorded by The Tokens in 1961. The song was originally recorded by its author Solomon Linda (his group called The Evening Birds) in 1939.
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β 10y agoIt was Karl Denver (South African) in the early sixties, then The Tokens after that but don't know of any 80s recordings.
A group called 'Tight Fit' released a version in 1982 in the UK.
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β 13y agoThe song was written by Solomon Linda, Hugo Peretti, Luigi Creatore, George David Weiss, and Albert Stanton.
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β 13y agoThe song was written by Solomon Linda, Hugo Perritti, Luigi Creatore, George David Weiss, and Albert Stanton.
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β 14y agoSolomon Linda
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β 14y agoi think it was the Tokens
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β 15y agothe Tokens
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β 14y agoThe Tokens
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Popular song sept 1959
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What was marcel the monkey from friends favorite song?
"The Lion Sleeps Tonight", the Awim away song!!
What year did toto release the lion sleeps tonight?
I don't believe Toto ever released a cover of 'The Lion Sleeps Tonight'. The Tokens recorded the song in 1961.
What is the genre of The Lion Sleeps Tonight?
The overall genre of The Lion King is the animation genre.
What is the song in the opening scene of the sandlot?
Finger Poppin' Time - Hank Ballard Smokie Part II - Bill Black's Combo The Lion Sleeps Tonight - The Tokens There Goes My Baby - The Drifters This Magic Moment - The Drifters America The Beautiful - Ray Charles Green Onions - Booker T & The MG's Tequila - The Champs Wipe Out - The Surfaris
What was the number one song on January 31 1972?
In the USA:"I Wish" by Stevie WonderIn the UK:"Don't Give Up On Us" by David Soul
Is the song the lion sleeps tonight about communism?
No
Song in the jungle the mighty jungle?
The name of the song is "the Lion Sleeps Tonight" and was a #1 hit for the Tokens in 1961.
What was marcel the monkey from friends favorite song?
"The Lion Sleeps Tonight", the Awim away song!!
What year did toto release the lion sleeps tonight?
I don't believe Toto ever released a cover of 'The Lion Sleeps Tonight'. The Tokens recorded the song in 1961.
What is the genre of The Lion Sleeps Tonight?
The overall genre of The Lion King is the animation genre.
What is the name of the song with the lyrics 'In the jungle the mighty jungle the lion sleeps tonight'?
This song was written and performed by Soloman Lindo in 1939 under the title "Mbube," which means "lion" in the Zulu language. In 1951 a version was released by Pete Seeger and the Weavers, who called it "Wimoweh." In 1961 The Tokens released a version called "The Lion Sleeps Tonight."
Who wrote the song 'The Lion Sleeps Tonight'?
Written by George David Weiss, Hugo Peretti, and Luigi Creatore
The lion sleeps tonight notes for the clarinet?
Its played gababcbagbagaba dcbadcbagabagba Q Shouldnt the lion sleep to night note be on a staff because I dont no the notes?
Who beat boxes to the lion kings the lion sleeps tonight?
I Believe you are on the wrong , err jungle trail. the song (The Lion Sleeps Tonight) also known as wimoweh, was originally recorded by the Tokens. unfortuneatly for its (Sleep tight, the situation is secure) motive, Lions, like most jungle animals tend to prowl about int he nocturnal hours! Lion King is an atheist Disney production. The song Lion sleeps tonight was recorded by the Tokens and I believe also Robert John which was actually a group.
What's the name of a club song that goes like i am waiting for?
In the jungle, the mighty jungle, the lion sleeps tonight.
Is the lion sleeps tonight a south African folk song?
Yes, it is. The song originated from "Wimoweh", a South African Zulu folk song written by Solomon Linda.
I am looking for a Cd for the song wimoweh or the lion sleeps tonight?
It was performed by The Tokens. Try amazon, it may even be on a collection of other songs.
