Despite McShane being the focus, the songs were mostly written and sung by Italian vocalist Maurizio Bassi, although controversy exists (as in many 'studio'-based groups) over McShane's level of co-singing and co-songwriting. The songs are considered a key example of the "italo disco" sound.
Baltimora first appeared during the summer of 1985, sweeping over Europe before finding release in the United States via EMI. The time it took for EMI to finally break "Tarzan Boy" in America resulted in the song earning a six month stay on the Hot 100, ultimately peaking at #13 in the early spring of 1986. His first album, 'Living in the Background', arrived some time later. The group, despite successful touring and frequent dance club plays, quickly fell off of the radar.
However, "Tarzan Boy" made a second run up the Hot 100 in the spring of 1993, climbing to #51 thanks to its appearance in the movie 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III'. No such resurgence occurred when the song appeared again in a movie a few years later in the 1997 Chris Farley comedy 'Beverly Hills Ninja'. "Tarzan Boy" did catch the attention of millions again in a Listerine commercial, which featured the song playing (minus the lead vocals) while a computer-animated bottle of blue minty mouthwash swung around on vines in a colorful digital jungle.
Jimmy McShane died on March 29, 1995 as a result of AIDS complications. Maurizio Bassi remained involved in the music industry, although finding mainstream success elusive. His son, Matteo Bassi, is also a musician.
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Baltimora is also the stage name of Italian singer-songwriter and record producer Edoardo Spinsante (born 2001), most known for winning the fifteenth season of the Italian talent show X Factor.
Woody Boogie
Baltimora Lyrics
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I can feel electric heat,
All right, all right,
Shiny sparkle in her eyes,
As she's moving in disguise,
All right, all night...
I am losing my control,
Tonight, all right,
Body spinning all around,
Don't know if I'm up or down,
I'm on fire...
Woody Woody Boogie, Woody Woody Boogie
Woody get down tonight, Woody get down tonight
We're on the go-o-o
Woody
People jumping in the air
Going crazy everywhere
All right, all right
I keep staring at her face
When the clock begins to race
All night, all night
Breaking up the night, oh-oh-oh
Shaking up the night, oh-oh-oh
Breaking up the night, oh-oh-oh
Come on, it's time to hit the floor
You can be sure you won't get bored
In Baltimora's song "Woody Boogie," the singer describes a powerful attraction he feels towards a woman. He can feel the electricity between them every time she looks at him, and her movements are mysterious yet mesmerizing. The singer feels as though he is losing control of his body and senses when he's close to her, and he's on fire with passion.
The song is upbeat and fast-paced, with a driving beat that encourages people to dance. The chorus encourages listeners to let loose and dance the night away, with the repeated refrain of "Woody Woody Boogie," which serves as both a call to action and a reference to the woman who is the object of the singer's desire.
Overall, "Woody Boogie" is a high-energy song that celebrates the power of attraction and encourages listeners to lose themselves in dance and passion. The catchy melody and driving beat are sure to get people up and moving, while the lyrics speak to the primal urge to connect with others in a physical and emotional way.
Line by Line Meaning
Every time she looks at me,
Whenever she looks at me, I sense a strong feeling of excitement
I can feel electric heat,
I can feel the intense energy and passion that she brings to me
All right, all right,
I'm feeling good and confident about this situation
Shiny sparkle in her eyes,
Her eyes exhibit a bright and captivating shine, making her even more attractive
As she's moving in disguise,
She is dancing and moving her body with a sense of mystery and seduction
All right, all night...
This high energy and electricity is going to last all night
I am losing my control,
I am feeling overwhelmed and unable to contain my emotions
May be time to take a hold,
Perhaps it's time for me to try to regain some composure and take control of the situation
Tonight, all right,
I feel ready for whatever the night may bring
Body spinning all around,
I am moving and spinning with the music and the energy of the room
Don't know if I'm up or down,
I'm feeling so disoriented and dizzy that I can't distinguish which way is up or down
I'm on fire...
I'm feeling so hot and passionate that it's as if I'm on fire
Woody Woody Boogie, Woody Woody Boogie
The music is encouraging us to do the Woody Boogie dance
Woody get down tonight, Woody get down tonight
The music is urging Woody (possibly a person or a representation of the dance) to dance tonight
We're on the go-o-o
We're moving and grooving to the upbeat music and energizing atmosphere
People jumping in the air
Other people in the room are jumping and dancing, caught up in the excitement
Going crazy everywhere
The energy and excitement is palpable and contagious
I keep staring at her face
I can't take my eyes off of her and keep admiring her beauty
When the clock begins to race
As time goes by quickly, the intensity and excitement of the night only increases
All night, all night
This wild energy and feeling of liberation is going to last all night
Breaking up the night, oh-oh-oh
We're infusing the night with a sense of excitement, passion, and freeing energy
Shaking up the night, oh-oh-oh
We're bringing an earthquake-like vibration and intensity to the night, shaking up all senses and emotions
Come on, it's time to hit the floor
It's time to let go of all inhibitions and dance like nobody's watching
You can be sure you won't get bored
With all the electrifying energy, passion, music, and dancing, you won't have a single dull moment
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MAURIZIO BASSI, NAIMY HACKETT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@harysuper
So glad this video was uploaded (a good version)! It's been 35 years since the song dropped!
@majinpvegeta
Here is an extended version (official) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDLUpIcR1W4
@danacribillero3620
Bendecidos 80's!! Recuerdo que la primera vez que escuché a Baltimora (con Tarzan Boy) fué a los 6 años aprox, mi papá adora la música ochentera, fué inevitable. Tengo 22 y nunca dejé de escucharla, gracias Pa :D
@madonnabravo1874
Yo tengo 30 gracias a mis padres soy rock pop y lo mejor y envidio a los que vivieron lo mejor oro brillante para mis oídos que viva los 80. Saludos Desde Lima Perú
@Gioagla
Those were the greatest times of the human kind.....
@sandracanio4244
Cómo los 80'no habrá otra época ni siquiera la actual...vivan los 80'....💋💔💔💔💔
@djmartzperu
Este mix esta hecho para los amantes de los 80s 👇🤘Mix Rock 80s
inglés-MarTz DJ
https://youtu.be/Ok7VkDqNqqc
@erikapozo5919
los 80 eran geniales salíamos a la disco , recuerdo que nos íbamos con los amigos caminando por las calles a las tantas , tirando la talla nos sentíamos libres
@PrincipeFernando
Jimmy por siempre.!
gracias sr. Bassi.
@antalienc
LEGEND R.I.P ⚘🌟