A Swingin' Safari
Bert Kaempfert · 1962
33 min · 12 tracks · jazz
Bright orchestral arrangements meet playful melodies in a lively celebration of global rhythms and carefree vibes.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Swingin’ Safari — The title track encapsulates the album's spirit with its upbeat tempo and catchy brass riffs, making it an enduring classic that defines Kaempfert's style.
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Afrikaan Beat — This track showcases Kaempfert's ability to blend exotic rhythms with big band instrumentation, creating a joyful atmosphere that highlights his innovative approach.
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That Happy Feeling — With its light-hearted melody and cheerful arrangement, this song perfectly captures the essence of the album’s playful nature and has become a fan favorite.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- uplifting background for gatherings
- danceable rhythms for celebration
- light-hearted tunes for relaxation
- short bursts of joyful energy
- for sunny afternoons
Maybe skip if you
- prefer deep lyrical content
- seek heavy emotional weight
Where this album fits
- Career context
- A Swingin' Safari was Bert Kaempfert's follow-up to his successful debut album, With the Wind and the Rain in Your Hair, released in 1961. By 1962, he had firmly established himself in the easy listening genre, blending big band instrumentation with tropical influences that would define his signature sound. This album marked a significant point in his career, solidifying his status as a leading figure in instrumental pop music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Henry Mancini· Nelson Riddle· Franck Pourcel
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Swingin’ Safari 3:10
- 2 That Happy Feeling 2:55
- 3 Market Day 2:33
- 4 Take Me 3:05
- 5 Similau 2:59
- 6 Zambesi 2:51
- 7 Afrikaan Beat 2:29
- 8 Happy Trumpeter 2:40
- 9 Tootie Flutie 2:11
- 10 Wimoweh 2:43
- 11 Black Beauty 2:38
- 12 Skokiaan 2:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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