Vengaboys are a eurodance band that came to prominence in 1997. They were f… Read Full Bio ↴Vengaboys are a eurodance band that came to prominence in 1997. They were formed by Dutch DJ's Danski (Dennis van den Driesschen) and Delmundo (Wessel van Diepen), who toured Spanish beach parties in a bus. They formed in 1992 and gained four dancers during 1995-96. Some of their most successful singles include "Uncle John from Jamaica", "We're Going to Ibiza", "Boom Boom Boom Boom" and "We Like to Party". Like in Spanish, the V is pronounced with a soft B sound, as such- "Bengaboys", which could be translated as "The 'Come on' Boys". A guest-singer from Spain, for the producer's previous project Nakatomi, kept repeatedly singing "¡Venga!" ("Come on!") in their songs. This led to the name 'Vengaboys' as their following project.

Never critically acclaimed, the group continued making records that were distinctly "Eurodance", following in the footsteps of previous Dutch-Dance sensations 2 Unlimited. The ploy worked and by the beginning of the year 2000, the group had achieved 4 top 10 entries, including 2 number ones (Boom Boom Boom Boom and We're Going to Ibiza). The group's success continued throughout the beginning of the 21st century, with the "Platinum Album" (their third album release) going top 10, spawning 3 big hits (Kiss, Shala Lala and Uncle John From Jamaica) and 2 lesser known tracks (Cheekah Bow-Bow, which included their fifth cyber-member Cheekah, and the ballad Forever As One, which gained more notoriety for its video, which was banned after the group used unlicensed pictures of them meeting pop group Westlife). By mid-2001, after nearly 10 top 10 hits, the group partly disbanded and went back to working on the club scene.

Members
* Robin Pors (Sailor outfit) (1997-1999)
* Kim Sasabone (1997-2004)
* Roy Den Burger (Cowboy outfit) (1997-2004)
* Denise van Rijswijk (1997-2002)
* Yorick Bakker (Sailor outfit) (1999-2002)
* Mark (2002-2004)
* Lilly (2002-2004)
* Travis McQueen (2000-2001)

1997 2001 2007

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Airplay Mix
Vengaboys Lyrics

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We like to party
We like, we like to party
We like to party
We like, we like to party
We like to party
We like, we like to party
We like to party

I've got somethin' to tell ya
I've got news for you
Gonna put some wheels in motion
Get ready 'cause we're comin' through (comin' through)
Hey now, hey now, hear what I say now
Happiness is just around the corner
Hey now, hey now, hear what I say now
We'll be there for you

The Venga bus is comin' and everybody's jumpin'
New York through San Fransisco
An interstate free disco,
The wheels of steel are turnin' and traffic lights are burnin'
So if you like to party,
Get on and move your body

We like to party
We like, we like to party
We like to party
We like, we like to party

Hey now, hey now, hear what I say now
Happiness is just around the corner
Hey now, hey now, hear what I say now
We'll be there for you

The Venga bus is comin' and everybody's jumpin'
New York through San Fransisco
An interstate free disco,
The wheels of steel are turnin' and traffic lights are burnin'
So if you like to party,
Get on and move your body

The Venga bus is comin' and everybody's jumpin'
New York through San Fransisco
An interstate free disco,
The wheels of steel are turnin' and traffic lights are burnin'
So if you like to party,
Get on and move your body

We like to party
We like, we like to party
We like to party
We like, we like to party
We like to party
We like, we like to party
We like to party
We like, we like to party (bus is comin')

The Venga bus is comin'
The Venga bus is comin'
The Venga bus is

The Venga bus is comin' and everybody's jumpin'
New York through San Fransisco
An interstate free disco,
The wheels of steel are turnin' and traffic lights are burnin'
So if you like to party,
Get on and move your body

The Venga bus is comin' and everybody's jumpin'
New York through San Fransisco
An interstate free disco,
The wheels of steel are turnin' and traffic lights are burnin'
So if you like to party,

Get on and move your body
The Venga bus is comin'

Overall Meaning

The song "We Like to Party" by Vengaboys is an energetic and up-tempo dance song that encourages listeners to let loose and have fun. The repetition of the chorus, "We like to party," reinforces the idea of enjoying life and participating in social activities. Throughout the song, the lead singer expresses excitement and anticipation for an upcoming event, and encourages others to get ready and join in.

The lyrics mention the "Venga bus," which represents the party lifestyle and the idea of being free and carefree while enjoying life. The transportation theme is used as a metaphor for the journey we take in life, and how we should enjoy the ride and make the most of every moment. The references to different cities across America, such as New York and San Francisco, suggest that partying is a universal experience that is enjoyed by people from all walks of life.

Line by Line Meaning

We like to party
We enjoy engaging in social events and celebrating

We like, we like to party
We find great pleasure in attending parties

I've got somethin' to tell ya
I have important information to share with you

I've got news for you
I want to inform you about something exciting

Gonna put some wheels in motion
We are planning and organizing for a fun event

Get ready 'cause we're comin' through (comin' through)
Prepare yourself, as our celebration is about to happen

Hey now, hey now, hear what I say now
Listen closely to what I am saying

Happiness is just around the corner
Joy and excitement are close at hand

We'll be there for you
We will be present and supportive during the event

The Venga bus is comin' and everybody's jumpin'
Our transport vehicle is approaching, and people are excitedly bouncing with anticipation

New York through San Fransisco
We will be traveling from New York to San Fransisco