Top tracks — play these first
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Exodus (Noah's Ark 2001) (maxi version) Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Kalimba De Luna (US club mix) — This track exemplifies Boney M.'s ability to blend infectious rhythm with catchy hooks, making it a favorite in clubs during its release.
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Daddy Cool (anniversary recording '86 / special club mix) — As one of their most iconic songs, this version showcases how Boney M. revitalized their classic hit for a new generation while retaining its original charm.
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Dreadlock Holiday (Rap-Sody / top deck long version) — This long version expands on the reggae influences present in the original, highlighting Boney M.'s versatility beyond traditional disco sounds.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- party-ready anthems for dancing
- vibrant energy for celebrations
- nostalgic grooves for gatherings
- epic build towards climax
- long tracks for immersive listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A compilation of extended tracks showcasing Boney M.'s disco influence, not a primary entry point.
- Themes
- 1980s club culture· Eurodisco evolution· dance floor nostalgia
- Career context
- By the time 'Ultimate Boney M. – Long Versions & Rarities, Volume 3' was released in 2009, Boney M. had already established themselves as a global disco sensation since the late 1970s. This compilation features tracks from their later period, highlighting their evolution within the Eurodisco genre and their ongoing popularity well into the 1980s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kool & The Gang· Chic· Earth, Wind & Fire
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Kalimba De Luna (US club mix)
The chorus shifts to an upbeat chant that invites listeners to dance, creating a celebratory atmosphere.
The use of repetitive chants emphasizes communal joy, turning the song into an anthem for dance floors worldwide.
Tracklist
- 1 Exodus (Noah's Ark 2001) (maxi version) Start here 5:46
- 2 Wild Planet (maxi version) 3:43
- 3 Somewhere in the World (long version) 5:07
- 4 Future World (long promo version) 4:09
- 5 10.000 Lightyears (promo version) 4:22
- 6 Kalimba De Luna (US club mix) 9:40
- 7 Young, Free and Single (12" version) 8:09
- 8 Daddy Cool (anniversary recording '86 / special club mix) 9:10
- 9 Mother and Child Reunion (long version) 7:32
- 10 I'm Alive (long version) 5:14
- 11 Dreadlock Holiday (Rap-Sody / top deck long version) 11:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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