Jungle Drum (song)
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"Jungle Drum" is the third single released from Emilíana Torrini
's third album Me and Armini
. It was released as a digital download on March 9, 2009 and later on June 19, 2009 as a CD single (in Germany only).
The song's title is often mistakenly mentioned as "Jungle Drums"
' reviewer Spencer Tricker called "Jungle Drum" the "catchiest tune" on the album
(alongside "Big Jumps
"), "every bit as good as the singles from Fisherman's Woman
". He also praised the song for boasting "an irresistible chorus that features some totally unexpected scatting". Matthew Allard from ARTISTdirect
stated the song "should be an iPhone
ad". Clickmusic reviewer Francis Jolley called the song "a sprightly, fun little gem, reminiscent of Nancy Sinatra
in her heyday" and "infectious Scandinavian pop". Both Popmatters and Clickmusic reviews praised the song's rhythm section calling it impossible "to not foot tap along" to.
's first season and in the episode "Dream a Little Dream of Me
" of the television series Grey's Anatomy
, when Cristina gets stubbed by an icicle and falls in love with Major Hunt.
In 2009 it also appeared in the Germany's Next Topmodel TV show. Thus, the song became very popular in German-speaking countries.
In the Finnish version of Pop Idol
the song was performed by Anna Puu.
In 2010 the track was used as a theme song in a video made for the Government of Iceland's official campaign "Inspired by Iceland" to lure tourists to visit Iceland
.
The chorus was used for the adverts for the second series of the CBBC
show Deadly 60.
and Iceland. The song also charted at number 84 in the Australian ARIA Singles Charts
.
Emilíana Torrini
Emilíana Torrini Davíðsdóttir is an Icelandic singer, best known for her 2009 single Jungle Drum, 1999 album Love in the Time of Science and for performing "Gollum's Song" for Peter Jackson's film The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers.-Early life:Torrini grew up in Kópavogur, where, at the age of...
's third album Me and Armini
Me and Armini
Me and Armini is the fifth studio album by Icelandic singer and songwriter Emilíana Torrini. It was produced by Dan Carey. The album was released on 8 September 2008, preceded by the digital single "Me and Armini" on 19 August...
. It was released as a digital download on March 9, 2009 and later on June 19, 2009 as a CD single (in Germany only).
The song's title is often mistakenly mentioned as "Jungle Drums"
Critical reception
Critics received the song very warmly; PopmattersPopMatters
PopMatters is an international webzine of cultural criticism that covers many aspects of popular culture. PopMatters publishes reviews, interviews, and detailed essays on most cultural products and expressions in areas such as music, television, films, books, video games, comics, sports, theater,...
' reviewer Spencer Tricker called "Jungle Drum" the "catchiest tune" on the album
Me and Armini
Me and Armini is the fifth studio album by Icelandic singer and songwriter Emilíana Torrini. It was produced by Dan Carey. The album was released on 8 September 2008, preceded by the digital single "Me and Armini" on 19 August...
(alongside "Big Jumps
Big Jumps
"Big Jumps" is the second single by Emilíana Torrini released from her third album Me and Armini. It was released as a digital download only on October 13, 2008...
"), "every bit as good as the singles from Fisherman's Woman
Fisherman's Woman
Fisherman's Woman is an album by Emilíana Torrini, released in 2005. The songs "Lifesaver", "Sunnyroad" and "Heartstopper" were released as singles.-Track listing:...
". He also praised the song for boasting "an irresistible chorus that features some totally unexpected scatting". Matthew Allard from ARTISTdirect
ARTISTdirect
Founded in 1994, Artistdirect, Inc. is an online digital media entertainment company. It owns several websites including Artistdirect.com, UBL.com and the Artistdirect Network...
stated the song "should be an iPhone
IPhone
The iPhone is a line of Internet and multimedia-enabled smartphones marketed by Apple Inc. The first iPhone was unveiled by Steve Jobs, then CEO of Apple, on January 9, 2007, and released on June 29, 2007...
ad". Clickmusic reviewer Francis Jolley called the song "a sprightly, fun little gem, reminiscent of Nancy Sinatra
Nancy Sinatra
Nancy Sandra Sinatra is an American singer and actress. She is the daughter of singer/actor Frank Sinatra, and remains best known for her 1966 signature hit "These Boots Are Made for Walkin'"....
in her heyday" and "infectious Scandinavian pop". Both Popmatters and Clickmusic reviews praised the song's rhythm section calling it impossible "to not foot tap along" to.
Appearances in media
The song was featured in the episode 11 of 9021090210 (TV series)
90210 is an American teen drama television series developed by Rob Thomas, Jeff Judah and Gabe Sachs, and the fourth series in the Beverly Hills, 90210 franchise created by Darren Star. 90210 is the first series produced by CBS Productions under the company's re-launch, but is now produced by CBS...
's first season and in the episode "Dream a Little Dream of Me
Dream a Little Dream of Me (Grey's Anatomy)
"Dream a Little Dream of Me, Parts 1 & 2" are the first and second episodes of the fifth season of the ABC series, Grey's Anatomy. The episodes are written by Shonda Rhimes and directed by Rob Corn. It aired on September 25, 2008.-Plot:...
" of the television series Grey's Anatomy
Grey's Anatomy
Grey's Anatomy is an American medical drama television series created by Shonda Rhimes. The series premiered on March 27, 2005 on ABC; since then, seven seasons have aired. The series follows the lives of interns, residents and their mentors in the fictional Seattle Grace Mercy West Hospital in...
, when Cristina gets stubbed by an icicle and falls in love with Major Hunt.
In 2009 it also appeared in the Germany's Next Topmodel TV show. Thus, the song became very popular in German-speaking countries.
In the Finnish version of Pop Idol
Pop Idol
Pop Idol is a British television series which debuted on ITV on 6 October 2001. The show was a talent contest to decide the best new young pop singer in the United Kingdom, based on viewer voting and participation. Two series were broadcast - one in 2001-02 and a second in 2003...
the song was performed by Anna Puu.
In 2010 the track was used as a theme song in a video made for the Government of Iceland's official campaign "Inspired by Iceland" to lure tourists to visit Iceland
Iceland
Iceland , described as the Republic of Iceland, is a Nordic and European island country in the North Atlantic Ocean, on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. Iceland also refers to the main island of the country, which contains almost all the population and almost all the land area. The country has a population...
.
The chorus was used for the adverts for the second series of the CBBC
CBBC
CBBC is one of two brand names used for the BBC's children's television strands. Between 1985 and 2002, CBBC was the name given to all the BBC's programmes on TV for children aged under 14...
show Deadly 60.
Covers
- In 2009, the song had been covered by German band The BaseballsThe BaseballsThe Baseballs are a German rock and roll band founded in Berlin in 2007. They became popular with rock cover versions of modern hits such as "Umbrella" by Rihanna and "Hot n Cold" by Katy Perry. The band members are only credited by their first names...
and is featured on their cover album Strike! Back!. - In 2009, Austrian hip hop artist ChakuzaChakuzaPeter Pangerl , better known as Chakuza, is an Austrian rapper. He lived in Berlin from 2006 to 2010 and was signed to Bushido's label ersguterjunge. In November 2010 he left ersguterjunge for Beatlefield Productions...
sampled the song on his free track "Jungle Drum Mix".
Chart performance
The song debuted on the German Singles Chart at number 12 and has peaked at number one on its fourth week, where it stayed for eight consecutive weeks. It stayed on that chart for a total of 35 weeks. The song also reached number one in Austria, BelgiumUltratop 50
Ultratop 50 singles, often just Ultratop 50, is the weekly chart of fifty best-selling singles in Flanders, Belgium, and is produced and published by the Ultratop organization. The chart has existed since March 31, 1995...
and Iceland. The song also charted at number 84 in the Australian ARIA Singles Charts
ARIA Charts
The ARIA charts are the main Australian music sales charts, issued weekly by the Australian Recording Industry Association. The charts are a record of the highest selling singles and albums in various genres in Australia. ARIA commenced compiling its own charts in-house from the week ending 26 June...
.
Charts
| Chart (2009) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Austrian Singles Chart | 1 |
| Australian ARIA Singles Chart ARIA Charts The ARIA charts are the main Australian music sales charts, issued weekly by the Australian Recording Industry Association. The charts are a record of the highest selling singles and albums in various genres in Australia. ARIA commenced compiling its own charts in-house from the week ending 26 June... |
84 |
| Belgium (Flanders) Singles Chart Ultratop 50 Ultratop 50 singles, often just Ultratop 50, is the weekly chart of fifty best-selling singles in Flanders, Belgium, and is produced and published by the Ultratop organization. The chart has existed since March 31, 1995... |
1 |
| Belgium (Wallonia) Singles Chart Ultratop 40 Ultratop 40 singles, often just Ultratop 40, is the weekly chart of best-selling singles in Wallonia and Brussels Capital Region, the french-speaking parts of Belgium. Its equivalent covering the Flanders region is Ultratop 50. Both charts are produced and published by the Ultratop organization... |
45 |
| Czech Republic Singles Chart IFPI The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry is the organisation that represents the interests of the recording industry worldwide. It is a not-for-profit members' organisation registered in Switzerland... |
37 |
| Dutch Mega Top 100 | 57 |
| European Hot 100 Eurochart Hot 100 Singles The European Hot 100 Singles has been compiled by Billboard and Music & Media magazine since March, 1984. The chart is based on national singles sales charts in 15 European countries: Austria, Belgium , Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden,... |
5 |
| Finnish Singles Chart | 5 |
| German Singles Chart | 1 |
| Icelandic Singles Chart | 1 |
| Swiss Singles Chart | 11 |
| End of year chart (2009) | Position |
|---|---|
| German Singles Chart | 2 |
| Swiss Singles Chart | 40 |
Decade-end charts
| (2000–2009) | Position |
|---|---|
| German Singles Chart | 25 |
Certifications
Chart procession and succession
Release history
| State | Date | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Worldwide | March 9, 2009 | digital download Music download A music download is the transferral of music from an Internet-facing computer or website to a user's local computer. This term encompasses both legal downloads and downloads of copyright material without permission or payment... |
| Germany Germany Germany , officially the Federal Republic of Germany , is a federal parliamentary republic in Europe. The country consists of 16 states while the capital and largest city is Berlin. Germany covers an area of 357,021 km2 and has a largely temperate seasonal climate... |
June 19, 2009 | CD single |