Song Info:
"The Lion Sleeps Tonight" by The Tokens was released as a single in 1961. The song, also known as "Wimoweh" or "Mbube," is a cover of a South African song originally recorded by Solomon Linda in 1939. The Tokens' version became a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
Artist Bio:
The Tokens were an American doo-wop group formed in 1955 in Brooklyn, New York. The group consisted of members Jay Siegel, Hank Medress, Mitch Margo, and Phil Margo. They are best known for their hit single "The Lion Sleeps Tonight," but they also had other popular songs such as "Tonight I Fell in Love" and "I Hear Trumpets Blow." The group's harmonious vocals and catchy tunes made them a prominent act in the doo-wop genre. The Tokens continued to perform and record music throughout the 1960s and beyond, leaving a lasting impact on the music industry.
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