See Jungle! See Jungle! Go Join Your Gang, Yeah. City All Over! Go Ape Crazy cover

See Jungle! See Jungle! Go Join Your Gang, Yeah. City All Over! Go Ape Crazy

Bow Wow Wow · 1981

47 min · 14 tracks · new wave

A vibrant fusion of punk energy and pop sensibilities, layered with tribal beats and playful lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • vibrant, playful energy
  • wave-like pacing experiences
  • immersive listening sessions

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album established Bow Wow Wow's reputation with hits like 'Go Wild in the Country.'
Themes
tribal rhythms· media culture critique· punk-pop fusion
Career context
Released in January 1981, this album marked Bow Wow Wow's debut full-length following their successful singles like 'I Want Candy.' The group was still under the guidance of Adam Ant's manager Malcolm McLaren, which heavily influenced their eclectic sound and visual aesthetics. At this point, they were establishing themselves within the new wave scene, combining punk roots with a more commercial pop appeal.
Stylistic neighbors
Duran Duran· A Flock of Seagulls· Roxy Music
If this clicks, go next to
I Want Candy — Continues the playful energy with catchy hooks and a pop-oriented sound.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Remain in Light by Talking Heads — Blends punk energy with world rhythms and playful, media-savvy lyrics, echoing Bow Wow Wow's eclecticism.
Wild Planet by The B-52's — Combines quirky pop sensibilities with tribal beats and a vibrant, fun atmosphere reminiscent of Bow Wow Wow.
Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo! by Devo — Shares a similar critique of media culture through a new wave lens, combining punk ethos with catchy hooks.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "Jungle Boy".

  • 1 Jungle Boy Start here 3:33
  • 2 Chihuahua (12″ version) 5:47
  • 3 Sinner, Sinner, Sinner (12″ version) 4:13
  • 4 Mickey Put It Down 3:01
  • 5 (I’m a) TV Savage 2:36
  • 6 Elimination Dancing 3:03
  • 7 Golly! Golly! Go Buddy! 2:35
  • 8 King Kong 2:19
  • 9 Go Wild in the Country (12″ version) 5:21
  • 10 I Am Not a Know It All 2:52
  • 11 Why Are Babies So Wise? 2:53
  • 12 Orang‐Outang 2:44
  • 13 Hello, Hello Daddy (I’ll Sacrifice You) 4:29
  • 14 El Boss Dicho (12″ version) 2:12

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