Joyce has in her baggage an extensive discography and about 400 recordings of her songs by some of the biggest names in Brazilian popular music, such as Gal Costa, Maria Bethânia, Elis Regina, Milton Nascimento, Ney Matogrosso, Edu Lobo, Emílio Santiago, Boca Livre, Mônica Salmaso, Leny Andrade, Nana Caymmi, Zizi Possi, Elizeth Cardoso, Simone and many others. Internationally, she has been recorded by big names like Annie Lennox, Wallace Roney, Omara Portuondo, Black Eyed Peas, David Sanchez, Jon Lucien, Claus Ogerman, Gerry Mulligan, Till Brönner, Flora Purim and others. Her compositions have been used in soundtracks for films (such as Robert Altman's "The Player" and "Legally Blonde"), animations (she participated in the soundtrack of the Japanese anime "Wolf's Rain" in partnership with Japanese composer Yoko Kanno), TV shows and theater performances.
She received 4 Latin Grammy nominations and has so far 34 individual CDs and 2 DVDs, besides compilations and participations. Currently, her work also follows an international path, with world tours every year and recordings of new albums in different countries, without ever losing her Brazilian-feminine identity. She performs annually on the Blue Note circuit in Japan, and in jazz festivals and tours in Europe, the United States, and Canada.
Chica-Chica-Boom
Joyce Lyrics
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That crazy thing, the Chica Chica Boom Chic
Brazilians found the Chica Chica Boom Chic
They like the sound of Chica Chica Boom Chic
It came down the Amazon from the jungles
Where the natives greet ev'ry one they meet beatin' on a tom tom
Boom chi-boom chi-boom, boom chi-boom chi-boom,
But it's immense, the Chica Chica Boom Chic
That's all you've got to say to chase the jinx away
Chica Chica Boom, Chica Chica Boom
Chica Chica Boom Chic! Boom Chic!
The lyrics to Joyce's song "Chica-Chica-Boom" describe the origins and widespread appreciation of a groovy, percussive rhythm called "Chica Chica Boom Chic." The song suggests that this rhythm is native to Brazil, where it was discovered and enjoyed by Brazilians who simply "like the sound of Chica Chica Boom Chic." The song's narrator explains that the rhythm came down the Amazon from the jungles where the locals greet everyone they meet by beating on tom-toms with a pattern that goes boom chi-boom chi-boom, boom chi-boom chi-boom. The chorus, with colorful, repetitive lyrics, acknowledges that the rhythm doesn't make sense but is, nonetheless, defined as immense. The chorus encourages listeners to sing the words "Chica Chica Boom Chic" and chase away any negative energy.
Line by Line Meaning
Come on and sing the Chica Chica Boom Chic
Encouraging the audience to participate in singing the Chica Chica Boom Chic.
That crazy thing, the Chica Chica Boom Chic
Referring to the Chica Chica Boom Chic as something unusual or unexpected.
Brazilians found the Chica Chica Boom Chic
Indicating that the Chica Chica Boom Chic originated from Brazil.
They like the sound of Chica Chica Boom Chic
Stating that Brazilians enjoy the sound of Chica Chica Boom Chic.
It came down the Amazon from the jungles
Describing the path that Chica Chica Boom Chic took to reach Brazil from the jungle.
Where the natives greet ev'ry one they meet beatin' on a tom tom
Depicting the indigenous people of the jungle greeting visitors by playing the tom tom.
Boom chi-boom chi-boom, boom chi-boom chi-boom,
Imitating the rhythm of the tom tom using onomatopoeic syllables.
It don't make sense, The Chica Chica Boom Chic
Acknowledging that the Chica Chica Boom Chic does not have a clear meaning or purpose.
But it's immense, the Chica Chica Boom Chic
Emphasizing the popularity and significance of the Chica Chica Boom Chic despite the lack of coherence.
That's all you've got to say to chase the jinx away
Implying that saying the Chica Chica Boom Chic phrase can bring good luck or ward off bad luck.
Chica Chica Boom, Chica Chica Boom
Repeating the Chica Chica Boom phrase for emphasis and memorability.
Chica Chica Boom Chic! Boom Chic!
Adding another layer of emphasis to the Chica Chica Boom Chic phrase through repetition and variation.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Mack Gordon, Harry Warren
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