Coco Jamboo


"Coco Jamboo" is a song by German Eurodance group Mr. President. It was released in March 1996 as the lead single from their second studio album, We See the Same Sun. The song was a hit in many European countries, reaching number one in Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Sweden, and Switzerland. It also enjoyed success in the United States, peaking at number 21 on the Billboard Hot 100 in September 1997.
Mr. President won the 1997 Echo award in Germany for the best Dance single with "Coco Jamboo".

Critical reception

Aberdeen Evening Express noted "Coco Jamboo" as "Ace of Base-style Euro-pop that has already done the business on the continent." Larry Flick from Billboard wrote that "once again, the European dance scene spawns a potential stateside smash. With its balmy bassline and spirited chorus, this single offers a way-familiar pop/dancehall sound à la Ace Of Base, but with a rugged hip-hop edge. The blend of wispy female vocals and throaty male rapping contributes to making this an easy programming bet." Porcys listed the song at number 100 in their ranking of "100 Singles 1990-1999". They said, "Of course, summer is a season of banalities, but beautiful and joyful, and one of the functions of popular music is to enrich our gray lives with beauty and joy."

Music video

The song's music video, released in April 1996, was directed by John Buche. It features the band's members walking on a beach and performing the song. It was filmed in Carúpano, a small city located in the Venezuelan coasts.
The video specifically shows Playa Medina and Plaza Santa Rosa, two touristic places in Carúpano, and also part of the Carnival of Carúpano, one of the most iconic Carnivals in Venezuela.

Track listings

; CD maxi - Europe
  1. "Coco Jamboo" - 3:37
  2. "Coco Jamboo" - 5:42
  3. "Coco Jamboo" - 6:02
  4. "Coco Jamboo" - 3:10
  5. "Coco Jamboo" - 6:15
  6. "Coco Jamboo" - 6:17
  7. "Coco Jamboo" - 3:33
  8. "Coco Jamboo" - 3:17
;CD single - Europe
  1. "Coco Jamboo" - 3:37
  2. "Coco Jamboo" - 5:42
;CD maxi Remixes - Europe
  1. "Coco Jamboo" - 4:14
  2. "Coco Jamboo" - 3:42
  3. "Coco Jamboo" - 5:46
  4. "Coco Jamboo" - 5:03
  5. "Coco Jamboo" - 6:36
  6. "Coco Jamboo" - 3:38

    Christmas Version

During the 1996 holiday season, a Christmas-themed version of "Coco Jamboo" was released by the band, featuring new lyrics and festive instruments. It is currently viewable on YouTube.

Cover versions

Romanian performer Inna recorded a song called "Rendez Vous" for her fourth studio album, Inna, which samples elements from the recording.
Israeli singer Netta Barzilai performed a cover of the song for the first episode of her youtube show, NETTA's office.

Charts and sales

Weekly charts

Year-end charts

Chart Position
Australia 24
New Zealand 24
UK Singles 53
US Billboard Hot 10092

Certifications and sales