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Lou Bega

Musician

Born: German

David Lubega Balemezi, known professionally as Lou Bega, is a German singer. His 1999 song "Mambo No. 5", a remake of Pérez Prado's 1949 instrumental piece, reached no. 1 in many European countries and was nominated for a Grammy Award. Bega added words to the song and sampled the original version extensively. Bega's signature musical sounds consist of combining musical elements of the 1940s and 1950s with modern beats and grooves.

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German singer

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  1. Lou Bega is born

    Lou Bega, German musician, known for german singer, was born on 1976-04-13. David Lubega Balemezi, known professionally as Lou Bega, is a German singer. His 1999 song "Mambo No.

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When was Lou Bega born?
Lou Bega was born on 1976-04-13 (German).
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German singer
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