[Famous Songs of the World] A curated introduction to soul-stirring popular Latin mambo tracks
Born in Cuba in the 1940s, mambo has captivated the world with its passionate rhythms and dazzling sound.
Songs like “Bésame Mucho” by Mexico’s Consuelo Velázquez and “Mambo Italiano” by America’s Rosemary Clooney have continued to be loved by artists across borders.
With its powerful brass sections and lively percussion, and the innovative performance style of Tito Puente—known as the “King of the Timbales”—mambo remains as vibrant as ever, setting hearts dancing around the world.
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World Masterpieces: A Curated Selection of Soul-Stirring Popular Latin Mambo Songs (11–20)
Mambo No. 8Kinki Daigaku Suisōgakubu
Mambo No.
8 is one of Pérez Prado’s signature works, created around the same time as Mambo No.
5.
Compared to the faster tempo of No.
5, it has a slightly more relaxed, comfortable tempo that evokes a refreshing breeze.
This performance is from the Kinki University Wind Ensemble’s Pops Concert, conducted by Yoshitaka Fukumoto.
Mambo InJoji Gi Biggubando
Mambo Inn is a piece written by Afro-Cuban musician Mario Bauzá for the Machito Orchestra.
It became widely known after being adopted by the Count Basie Orchestra.
The performance here is by the George Gee Big Band.
Mambo SwingAndi & Hizu Faia Kurakkāzu
Mambo Swing is a piece by Scotty Morris, the guitarist and singer of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy.
The performance is by Andy & His Firecrackers.
The video shows a live performance at Takutaku, a live music venue in Kyoto.
Mambo ItalianoRosemary Clooney
“Mambo Italiano” is a work by American musician Bob Merrill.
It became a hit when sung by actress and singer Rosemary Clooney.
In Japan, it was covered by Peggy Hayama and Izumi Yukimura.
It was also used in an Italian film starring Sophia Loren.
Cerezo RosaPapī Fārauto
“Cerezo Rosa,” also known as “Cherry Pink Cha-Cha,” is originally a piece by the French musician Louiguy (Louis Guglielmi).
The recording by Pérez Prado’s orchestra featuring trumpeter Billy Regis became a hit.
Daddy Likes MamboSaitama Ken Keisatsu Ongakutai
“Papa Loves Mambo” is a collaboration by Al Hoffman, Dick Manning, and Bix Reichner.
It became a hit with Perry Como’s rendition.
It has also been used in a Suzuki Hustler commercial.
Performed by the Saitama Prefectural Police Band at a Police Concert.
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Ran-Kan-KanAfuro Kyūban Ōrusutāzu
“Ran Kan Kan” is a work by Tito Puente.
He played multiple instruments, including timbales, vibraphone, and keyboards, and was also a composer, arranger, and bandleader.
The performance is by the Cuban band Afro-Cuban All Stars.