Why this album works
'Ladies and Gentlemen' features the hit single 'Just a Gigolo / I Ain't Got Nobody,' which reinforced Bega's presence in pop music and charted in several countries. The album received mixed reviews but solidified Bega's status as a novelty artist in the early 2000s, influencing a wave of similar genre-blending pop acts.
- Best for
- playful party atmosphere steady groove for dancing infectious melodies for sing-alongs
- Context
- By the time 'Ladies and Gentlemen' was released in 2001, Lou Bega had already achieved international fame with his debut album, 'A Little Bit of Mambo' in 1999. This follow-up sought to capitalize on his initial success while experimenting with more varied musical styles, showcasing his versatility beyond the mambo sound that defined his breakthrough.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Erika Ender· Danna· Thalía
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Just a Gigolo / I Ain’t Got Nobody Standout 3:49
- 2 You Are My Sunshine 3:30
- 3 Calling Her 0:52
- 4 God Is a Woman Standout 4:05
- 5 Club Elitaire Standout 5:03
- 6 Money 3:08
- 7 Lady 3:27
- 8 Gentleman 3:26
- 9 People Lovin’ Me 3:51
- 10 Crash 1:10
- 11 Shit Happens 3:23
- 12 Angelina 3:17
- 13 Yeah Yeah 3:51
- 14 My Answering Machine 0:50
- 15 Lonely 3:39
- 16 Baby Keep Smiling 3:36
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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