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Lou Bega

German singer · Germany · Musicians · Born 1975 · age 51

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David Lubega Balemezi, known professionally as Lou Bega, is a German singer. His 1999 song "Mambo No. 5", a remake of Pérez Prado's 1949 instrumental piece, reached no. 1 in many European countries and was nominated for a Grammy Award. Bega added words to the song and sampled the original version extensively.

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Awards

Echo Pop Award for the Hit of the Year2000
NRJ Music Award for International Song of the Year2000
Amadeus Austrian Music Awards

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David Lubega Balemezi, known professionally as Lou Bega, is a German singer. His 1999 song "Mambo No. 5", a remake of Pérez Prado's 1949 instrumental piece, reached no. 1 in many European countries and was nominated for a Grammy Award. Bega added words to the song and sampled the original version extensively. Bega's signature musical sounds consist of combining musical elements of the 1940s and 1950s with modern beats and grooves.

Country
Germany
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
living
Dates
Born 1975 · age 51

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