Lou Bega
German singer with 'Mambo No. 5'
Born
April 13th, 1975
49 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Germany
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Born in 1975, this German singer gained fame in the late 1990s with the hit single 'Mambo No. 5 (A Little Bit of...)'. The song, which blends pop with mambo and jazz influences, reached the top of the charts in multiple countries. The artist's distinctive style incorporates a lively mix of genres, making it a staple of the era's pop music. Beyond the debut single, several other tracks and albums followed, contributing to a career characterized by catchy melodies and danceable rhythms.
Released the hit single 'Mambo No. 5'
Achieved international chart success
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