In 1981 Bolland & Bolland establish their name internationally with the release of the album The Domino Theory. The album contains the single In The Army Now, which becomes a small hit. Together with Austrian singer Falco the Bolland brothers write and produce the single Rock Me Amadeus. Although it fails to enter the Dutch charts it does become a number one hit in both the UK and the US. The duo receives the Exportprijs ('Export Award').
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Ooh La La
Bolland & Bolland Lyrics
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I'm gonna leave all my troubles behind
I got a smile on my face so I know in any case
When I see a pretty girl I just smile
Baby, now
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-wanting you
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-kissing you
So, nananana
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-wanting you
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-kissing you
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-needing you
Ooohooo
And at the break of day I just be on my way
I see the moon and the stars up above
And all the people I see will all smile at me
When they are singing this happy song of love
Baby, now
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-wanting you
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-kissing you
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-needing you
So-o, nananana
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-wanting you
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-kissing you
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-needing you
Ooohooo
I'm gonna walk through the rain 'till the sun comes again
I'm gonna leave all my troubles behind
I got a smile on my face so I know in any case
When I see a pretty girl I just smile
Baby, now
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-wanting you
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-kissing you
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-needing you
Ooohooo
Lalala...
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-wanting you
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-kissing you
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-needing you
Ooohooo
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-wanting you
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-kissing you
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-needing you
Ooohooo
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-wanting you
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-kissing you
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-needing you
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-wanting you
The lyrics of Bolland & Bolland's song "Ooh La La" express a carefree, joyful attitude towards life. The singer proclaims that he will walk through the rain until the sun comes again, leaving all his troubles behind with a smile on his face. He seems to take pleasure in life's simple pleasures, such as seeing a pretty girl and receiving smiles from people while walking under the moon and the stars. The refrain of the song, "Ooh La La," suggests a feeling of excitement, as if the singer is anticipating something delightful that is yet to come.
The use of "Ooh La La" throughout the song gives the impression of a playful, flirtatious interaction with the object of the singer's desire. The repetition of the phrase 'baby, now' perhaps suggests a sense of urgency and desire for immediate gratification. The upbeat, pop sound of the instrumentation further accentuates this jovial mood.
In summary, the lyrics of "Ooh La La" are about being carefree and happy, enjoying the simple things in life and being flirtatious with someone the singer desires. It’s about embracing all the beautiful things of the world and living happily, without worrying about problems.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm gonna walk through the rain 'till the sun comes again
I will face difficulties until the time it gets better.
I'm gonna leave all my troubles behind
I will not let my problems hinder me from moving forward.
I got a smile on my face so I know in any case
I remain optimistic and positive despite any obstacles.
When I see a pretty girl I just smile
I am easily pleased by the presence of a woman.
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-wanting you
I am attracted to a woman and I desire to be with her.
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-kissing you
I have an intense desire to kiss the woman.
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-needing you
I feel a sense of dependency on the woman.
And at the break of day I just be on my way
I continue on with my journey in life at the start of each day.
I see the moon and the stars up above
I am in awe of the beauty of the night sky.
And all the people I see will all smile at me
People respond positively to my positive and optimistic outlook.
When they are singing this happy song of love
The joy I bring to others resonates through their celebration of love.
Oooh, lala, baby, I'm a-wanting you
My attraction to a woman remains strong.
Contributed by Isabelle L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Deze song zit goed inmekaar, Jazz liefhebbers zoude dat moeten weten! Groet G Ruiter Friesland The Netherlands